NUS Amgen Scholars Program 2027 in Singapore: Fully Funded Undergraduate Summer Research
Summary
The NUS Amgen Scholars Program 2027 is a prestigious, fully funded summer research internship hosted by the National University of Singapore (NUS). Designed for undergraduate students enrolled at eligible Asian universities, this eight-week program offers hands-on laboratory experience in cutting-edge biomedical and biotechnology research. Selected scholars receive a comprehensive financial package, including an SGD 6,000 stipend, provided accommodation, travel grants, visa fee support, and participation in the annual Amgen Scholars Asia Symposium in Japan.
Program Details Overview
| Program Name | NUS Amgen Scholars Program 2027 |
|---|---|
| Host Institution | National University of Singapore (NUS) |
| Host Countries | Singapore (Research) & Japan (Symposium) |
| Academic Level | Undergraduate Students |
| Funding Status | Fully Funded (Stipend, Travel, Housing, Visa) |
| Research Duration | 8 Weeks (31 May – 30 July 2027) |
| Symposium Dates | 3–5 August 2027 (Japan) |
| Application Deadline | 1 February 2027 (6:00 PM SGT) |
Designation
Successful candidates participate under the official title of Amgen Scholar / Summer Undergraduate Research Fellow at the Department of Biological Sciences, National University of Singapore.
Research Area
The program focuses primarily on life sciences, with specialized project opportunities across key sub-fields, including:
- Biomedical Sciences: Cancer biology, immunology, neurobiology, cardiovascular sciences, and developmental biology.
- Biotechnology & Bioengineering: Molecular biology, synthetic biology, functional genomics, and structural biology.
- Drug Discovery & Therapeutics: Pharmacology, chemical biology, and translational medicine.
Location
The research internship takes place at state-of-the-art research facilities located at the National University of Singapore (NUS) in Singapore. Upon completing the eight-week lab residency, scholars will travel to Japan to participate in the Amgen Scholars Asia Symposium.
Scholarship Description & Benefits
The NUS Amgen Scholars Program provides complete financial support to ensure participants can focus fully on their research projects and professional development.
Financial Package & Support
- Living Allowance: A generous stipend of SGD 6,000 to cover living and personal expenses throughout the program.
- Accommodation: On-campus housing arranged and fully provided by the National University of Singapore.
- International Travel Support: Airfare coverage or travel grants up to SGD 1,500 for eligible international travel to Singapore and return travel from Japan.
- Symposium Travel: Round-trip airfare and accommodation support for attending the Asia Symposium in Japan.
- Visa Assistance: Coverage of required Singapore visa application fees.
- Academic Enrichment: Access to cutting-edge university laboratories, scientific seminars, networking sessions with world-class faculty, and career guidance for graduate studies.
Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications
To qualify for the NUS Amgen Scholars Program 2027, applicants must fulfill the following criteria:
- Academic Status: Must be currently enrolled as an undergraduate student at an accredited university located in an eligible Asian country or territory.
- Academic Record: Demonstrates high academic achievement, intellectual curiosity, and strong potential for biological/biomedical research.
- Fields of Study: Strong background or declared major in biological sciences, biotechnology, medicine, chemistry, bioengineering, or related life science disciplines.
- Program Commitment: Must be available to participate in the entire 8-week research program in Singapore and the subsequent 3-day symposium in Japan. Participants cannot take additional courses or maintain outside employment during the fellowship.
- Language Proficiency: Applicants must demonstrate sufficient English proficiency through one of the following:
- IELTS Academic overall score of at least 5.5.
- TOEFL iBT score of at least 72.
- An official Medium of Instruction (MOI) letter confirming that English is the primary language of instruction at their home university.
Eligible Asian Regions
Students enrolled in universities across East Asia, Southeast Asia, South Asia, Central Asia, and Western Asia are invited to apply, subject to the official regional university criteria established by the Amgen Foundation.
Required Application Documents
Applicants must assemble and submit the following credentials through the official online portal:
- Official University Academic Transcripts.
- Enrollment Verification / Student Status Certificate from the current university.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) outlining academic history, honors, and skills.
- Personal Statement describing research interests, career goals, and motivation for joining the program.
- Proof of English Language Proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL, or MOI letter).
- Two Academic Recommendation Letters from faculty members familiar with the applicant’s academic and research abilities.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should complete their registration using the official online application system by following these steps:
- Access the official portal via the NUS Amgen Scholars Program Application Page.
- Review the list of available research projects and participating principal investigators at NUS.
- Complete the preliminary online registration form with personal and academic details.
- Upload all required supporting documents, including academic transcripts, CV, personal statement, and language proof.
- Provide contact information for two academic referees who will submit recommendation letters directly through the portal.
- Submit the completed application prior to the published deadline.
Last Date for Apply
The deadline to submit online applications for the NUS Amgen Scholars Program 2027 is 1 February 2027, at 6:00 PM Singapore Time (SGT). Late submissions or incomplete applications will not be evaluated.