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CHAPTER SEVEN
TYPES OF SCHOLARSHIPS OFFERED BY THE SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
Types of Scholarships Course of Study Value of Award Eligibility
The Singapore Police Force ( SPF ) Scholarship
The Singapore Police Force ( SPF ) Scholarship is awarded to outstanding candidates who have shown outstanding academic performance and leadership qualities , and wish to play the role of protecting our country , community and loved ones through a career in the Singapore Police Force .
The scholarship is tenable for undergraduate studies at both overseas and local universities .
To prepare scholarship holders for a career in the Singapore Police Force , there are a series of developmental programmes during their years of undergraduate study . Scholarship holders will also have the option of pursuing a full-sponsored Master ' s degree , if they fulfil the requirements .
Most Disciplines except Medicine , Dentistry and Architecture .
Full salary for the duration of studies ( including bonuses )
Tuition fees and other approved charges
Maintenance and other allowances
Return airfare ( if applicable )
Sponsorship of PSC development programmes , approved student exchange programmes , summer programmes and CCAs
Sponsorship of Master ' s degree ( if requirements are met )
Tuition and other approved fees
Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Resident who is willing to take up Singapore Citizenship
Strong leadership qualities and potential
Good academic and Co-Curricular Activities ( CCAs ) records
GCE ' A ' Levels , International Baccalaureate ( IB ), Polytechnic or NUS High School Diploma , or other high school diploma / certificate . You may apply prior to receiving your final examination results . Should you be found suitable for a scholarship , you may be made a provisional scholarship offer that is subject to confirmation upon the release of your results .
Singapore Merit Scholarship
The Singapore Merit Scholarship ( SMS ) is awarded to promising students to pursue undergraduate studies at renowned universities . Upon the completion of your studies , you will be groomed to take on key positions in the Singapore Police Force , where you will play an integral role in protecting Singapore .
* Applicants intending to pursue a degree in Law will not be called to the Bar .
Maintenance allowance
Pre-studies allowances e . g . computer
Return economy class airfare ( for those who pursue their studies in overseas universities )
Sponsorship for masters and exchange programmes ( if requirements are met )
National Service disruption
Singapore Citizens or Permanent Residents who intend to take up citizenship
Outstanding academic results - GCE ' A ' Levels ( with at least 10 academic units ), International Baccalaureate ( IB ) or Polytechnic Diploma ( with Merit ) or equivalent
Good CCA records
Candidates should excel in Officer Cadet School ( OCS )
Full salary for duration of studies
Singapore Government Scholarship
Home Team Science and Technology Scholarship
Local Merit Scholarship
The Singapore Government Scholarship ( SGS ) gives you the opportunity to pursue undergraduate studies at a reputable university . Upon the completion of your studies , you will embark on a rewarding career and play an integral role in protecting our country , loved ones and way of life in the Singapore Police Force .
The Home Team Science and Technology Scholarship gives you the opportunity to pursue undergraduate studies at a reputable university . Upon the completion of your studies , you will embark on a rewarding Home Team career to play an integral role in protecting Singapore , with specific deep specialisation in science , technology and engineering .
The Local Merit Scholarship ( LMS ) helps you take your first steps towards a meaningful and rewarding career with the Home Team , beginning with an undergraduate education at a local university . Upon the completion of your studies , you will take on a career as an officer in the Singapore Police Force to play an integral role in protecting Singapore .
Science Disciplines : Biology , Biochemistry , Biotechnology , Chemistry , Computer Science and Physics .
Engineering Disciplines : Computer Science & Engineering and Electrical & Electronics Engineering .
Most Disciplines except Medicine , Dentistry and Architecture .
* Applicants intending to pursue a degree in Law will not be called to the Bar .
Tuition and other approved fees
Maintenance allowance
Pre-studies allowances e . g . computer
Return economy class airfare ( for those who pursue their studies in overseas universities )
Sponsorship for exchange programmes ( if requirements are met )
Tuition and other approved fees
Maintenance allowance
Pre-studies allowances e . g . computer
Hostel allowance
Sponsorship for exchange programmes ( if requirements are met )
Singapore Citizens or Permanent Residents who intend to take up citizenship
Outstanding academic results - GCE ' A ' Levels ( with at least 10 academic units ), International Baccalaureate ( IB ) or Polytechnic Diploma ( with Merit ) or equivalent
Good performance in National Service
Good CCA records
Find out more about our scholarships at : www . police . gov . sg / join-us / police-officer / scholarship www . mha . gov . sg / join-mha / scholarships
Apply through the PSC Gateway at : www . psc . gov . sg / apply-for-scholarships
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