The next phase of Singapore's development as a biomedical sciences research hub will focus on translational research, in which the discoveries made by basic scientists are used to develop new ways of detecting, treating or preventing disease. In this way, new scientific knowledge is translated from the bench to the bedside in the hope of improving human health.

The MBBS-PhD scholarship has thus been established to train clinician scientists who will be able to apply their clinical knowledge and skills in carrying out world-class translational research.

The scholarship will support 3 years of undergraduate studies, followed by 5 to 6 years of MBBS and PhD or intercalated MBBS-PhD in the UK (A*STAR's continual support is subject to scholars meeting yearly academic requirements).

Outstanding MBBS graduates from NUS will also be given support for their PhD studies in the UK or US under this scholarship. 

Scholars will be allowed to proceed to clinical specialist training in Singapore, subject to their academic performance, aptitude and the research needs of A*STAR.

• Singaporeans, Singapore Permanent Residents and ASEAN Nationals. Successful candidates who are not Singapore Citizens are expected to take up Singapore Citizenship.
• For Outgoing 'A' Level Curriculum: Candidates should have at least 4 distinctions in relevant 'A' level subjects and at least 1 'S' paper merit
• For New 'A' Level Curriculum 2006: Candidates must offer 11 units or more at A levels. They must offer, and have obtained As in 3 H2 content-based subjects out of Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Candidates must also have obtained *at least 1 H3 merit in the sciences or mathematics
• Candidates are expected to take SAT I (minimum score of 2100) and SAT II (minimum score of 1400). Those who have not taken SAT yet may also apply
• Candidates should demonstrate a strong interest in both research and clinical studies 
• Candidates must obtain an offer from any of these selected UK medical schools, namely Imperial College London, King's College London, University College London, University of Cambridge, University of Edinburgh and University of Oxford. They must also apply and gain admission into NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine
• Outstanding final year medical students or MBBS graduates from NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine who demonstrate a strong interest in pursing a clinician scientist career are also welcome to apply for PhD support

*Candidates without the relevant H3 subject, but have 4 H2 content-based subjects in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology, are also welcomed to apply.

1. Successful candidates will be given support for up to 9 years of academic pursuit, leading to a PhD or intercalated MBBS-PhD degree.
2. Sucessful candidates from NUS YLLSoM will be given support for their PhD studies only for up to 5 years. 

• Full tuition fees and annual book allowance
• Monthly sustenance allowance
• Additional allowances will be given in the PhD phases
• Annual return airfare 
• Computer allowance
• Warm clothing and settling-in allowance 

^*All rates/allowances vary according to country and university, and are subject to adjustments by A*STAR from time to time.

1. The MBBS-PhD scholarship comes with a 6-year service commitment, which is inclusive of the 1-year Housemanship in Singapore.
2. The PhD scholarship awarded to MBBS graduates from NUS YLLSoM comes with a service commitment of up to 4 years.

1. The selection of MBBS-PhD scholars will be done in conjunction with the NSS(BS) scholarship, i.e. of the pool of NSS(BS) candidates, a selected few will be considered for MBBS-PhD studies in the UK. The closing date for applications is 31 March 2008.
2. MBBS students from YLLSoM can apply during their final year of MBBS studies or during their housemanship. Applications are accepted throughout the year.

Candidates should explain why they are suited for a clinician scientist track.

Please click here to apply.  The application form, together with supporting documents, are also to be submitted by post to:

A*STAR Graduate Academy
Agency for Science, Technology and Research
20 Biopolis Way, #07-01 Centros
Singapore 138668

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

A*GA Scholarship Officers 
Felicia Goh 
Bun Swee Bee