Last Updated: 19 February 2021
Teaching Scholarships and Sponsorships
Our scholarships and sponsorships prepare students for the Education Service. Learn about the different scholarships and sponsorships, and how to apply.
Overview
Our scholarships and sponsorships prepare students with strong interest in teaching for a career in the Education Service. In addition to sponsoring your studies, you would also be sponsored for teacher training at the National Institute of Education (NIE).
Select your qualification attained to find details of the scholarships and sponsorships available:
MOE Kindergarten Teaching Award
For Year 1 or Year 2 students taking an Early Childhood Education Diploma at a local polytechnic.
In addition to sponsoring your diploma studies, you will be given internship opportunities at MOE HQ and MOE Kindergartens.
Application window
The application window is currently closed. It typically opens in January.
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Art and Music Teacher Training Sponsorship
The Art and Music Teacher Training Sponsorship is a 4-year diploma programme training you to teach art or music at a primary school.
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Chinese Language Teacher Training Sponsorship
The Chinese Language Teacher Training Sponsorship is a 4-year diploma programme training you to teach Chinese Language at a primary school.
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Tamil Language Teacher Training Sponsorship
The Tamil Language Teacher Training Sponsorship is a 3 to 4-year diploma programme training you to teach Tamil Language, either at a primary school or MOE Kindergarten.
Public Service Commission Scholarship (Teaching Service)
For undergraduate studies at overseas universities, local autonomous universities or NTU-NIE.
After completing your undergraduate studies and teacher training, you will be placed on the Public Service Leadership Programme. You can look forward to a career that will include policy formulation and leadership roles in the Education Service and wider Civil Service, depending on your performance and potential.
Application window
13 July 2020 – 15 March 2021
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Teaching Scholarships
For undergraduate studies at overseas universities, local autonomous universities or NTU-NIE.
There are two tiers of Teaching Scholarships:
- Education Merit Scholarship
- MOE Teaching Scholarship
After completing your undergraduate studies and teacher training, you will be given developmental opportunities to groom you for senior positions in the Education Service, depending on your performance and potential.
Application window
13 July 2020 – 15 March 2021
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MOE Teaching Award (A-Level/Diploma holder)
For undergraduate studies at local autonomous universities or NTU-NIE.
After your undergraduate studies and teacher training, you will be given developmental opportunities to groom you for key positions in schools, depending on your performance and potential. Those who exhibit strong potential will be given opportunities to be deployed to MOE Headquarters.
Application window
19 February - 15 March 2021
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MOE Teaching Scholarship (Undergraduate)
For undergraduate studies at overseas universities and local autonomous universities.
After completing your undergraduate studies and teacher training, you will be given developmental opportunities to groom you for senior positions in the Education Service, depending on your performance and potential.
Application window
13 July 2020 to 15 March 2021
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MOE Teaching Award (Undergraduate)
For undergraduate studies at local autonomous universities.
After your undergraduate studies and teacher training, you will be given developmental opportunities to groom you for key positions in schools, depending on your performance and potential. Those who exhibit strong potential will be given opportunities to be deployed to MOE Headquarters.
Application window
The application window is currently closed and will open in September/October 2021.
Selection process
Shortlisted applicants will undergo the following 2 stages in the selection process:
1. Selection interview
The interview comprises 3 components:
- Written task
- Short presentation
- Discussion with the panel
You can expect to spend about 2 hours at MOE. You will need to bring the original copies of all your certificates and supporting documents for verification. We may ask you to submit additional documents, based on your shortlisted subject and teaching level.
2. Other assessments
You may be required to undergo the following:
- Medical examination
- Entrance proficiency tests
- Additional interviews or auditions
- Psychometric tests and related assessments
- School stint
Undergoing any of the above does not indicate that you have been selected for the scholarship or award.
Note: Applicants who are shortlisted to teach Physical Education (PE) are required to attend a mandatory Physical Proficiency Test (PPT).
Applicants who are unable to attend the session will have their application considered and processed in the next recruitment cycle.
Learn how you can prepare for the test with the Physical Proficiency Test training guide.