Want to spend 2 to 3 months conducting hands-on research in Singapore while having your accommodation and travel covered? Applications for IRIS@NUS (Internship and Research Immersion in Singapore) for January–May 2027 are officially open, but you need to act fast before the upcoming deadline.
1. Overview & Who Can Apply (International & Indians)
- International & Indian Applicants: Yes, absolutely. The programme is open to international undergraduate and master’s students worldwide, meaning scholars from India and other global institutions are fully eligible to apply.
- Target Audience: Highly motivated students looking to gain practical, hands-on research experience, build an international academic network, and explore graduate study opportunities at the National University of Singapore (NUS).
2. Program Structure & Time Commitment
- Duration: An intensive 2 to 3-month research attachment running between January and May 2027.
- Location: On-site at the National University of Singapore (NUS) campus in Singapore.
- What You Actually Do: Work closely with NUS faculty and researchers on cutting-edge projects, attend networking events, and experience life as an elite researcher in one of Asia’s top-ranked universities. Be enrolled full-time in a degree-granting undergraduate or master’s program and maintain student status at your home university throughout the IRIS@NUS program.
- Have a minimum overall or major GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale.
3. Funding, Stipend & Hidden Charges
- Zero Application Fees: Applying and participating in the IRIS@NUS programme carries no application or administrative fees.
- Fully Funded Perks: Unlike many unpaid attachments, this is a financial support-backed opportunity. Selected participants typically receive:
- A monthly living stipend (e.g., SGD 1,200/month).
- A travel allowance to help offset flights.
- Complimentary on-campus accommodation for the duration of the attachment.
- Out-of-Pocket Realities: While the core expenses are covered, you will need to handle personal incidental costs like visa processing fees, passport fees, personal travel insurance, and daily personal meals not included in the stipend.
4. Application Process & Interview
- No Formal Multi-Stage Interviews: Selection is primarily profile- and merit-based, evaluated through your academic transcripts, personal statement, research interests, and faculty references.
- Application Requirements: Prepare your academic records, a strong statement of purpose showing why you want to research at NUS, and referee contact details.
5. Key Deadlines & Official Link
- Application Deadline: August 28, 2026.
- Program Dates: January to May 2027 cohort.
- Official Application Portal: IRIS@NUS Application Portal
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