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At the Dr. Richard K. M. Eu-�鶹��Ƶ���� Social Entrepreneurship Centre (RESSEC), we believe that a student’s potential to shape a better world should never be limited by their starting point. Every young person with a heart to serve deserves an equal opportunity to lead, innovate, and create lasting social impact.

If you are actively dedicating your time to volunteering, or if you are running a social enterprise to uplift communities, we want to support your journey. We are looking for up to 15 passionate students to receive our financial commitment of up to S$10,000 (disbursed in two tranches) to help ease your financial responsibilities so you can focus on what truly matters: growing as a future changemaker.

Eligibility Criteria
We encourage all eligible �鶹��Ƶ����GE students who embody the spirit of service to apply:

• Nationality: Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Household Income: Per Capita Income (PCI)* of up to S$1,750 (Priority will be given to applicants with a PCI of S$1,000 or less).
• Track Record of Impact: Demonstrate active and regular participation in community projects or the running of a social enterprise.
• Academic Timeline**: Have at least 12 months remaining in your full-time or part-time programme duration at the time of application. Students on Leave of Absence will not be considered..

*PCI is computed based on the average monthly gross household income divided by the total number of household members living in the same residential address

**Calculation of programme duration stops at the last lecture/tutorial date according to the class schedules published in �鶹��Ƶ����Connect, not inclusive of exam periods and waiting time for results release.

Required Documents
•    To ensure a smooth evaluation process, please prepare and upload the following documents. Incomplete applications cannot be processed.

1. Online Application Form: Submitted via the official application link below.
2. Household Income Verification: For ALL household members living at the same address:
   • CPF statements showing transactions for the recent 12 months AND
   • If employed: Itemised payslips.
   • If self-employed or retired: Latest Income Tax Assessment Notices.
3. Proof of Community Impact: Testimonials or certificates from your school, non-profit organizations, or community leaders highlighting your service contributions.
4. Academic Records:
   • Commencing Students: Certificate and transcript of your prior  qualification.
   • Continuing Students: Most recent transcript of your current diploma or university programme.

Previous Support: Your past �鶹��Ƶ���� GE bursary award notification (if applicable).

Key Dates (*any delays will be notified)
Application Closing Date:                           31 July 2026
In-person Interview :                                   11 to 13 August 2026 
(Only shortlisted applicants will be notified)
Award Notification:                                       12 September 2026
Award Ceremony:                                        17 September 2026
Learning Journal Presentation:                1 March 2027
First Tranche Disbursement:       By end October 2026
Second Tranche Disbursement:  By end April 2027

Important Information

• Bank Details: Please ensure your bank account details are fully updated in �鶹��Ƶ����Connect before submitting your application.
• Fees & Enrollment: Awardees must pay their course fees in FULL and have an active enrollment before the bursary funds can be officially disbursed.
• Publicity: Awardees must consent to �鶹��Ƶ���� featuring their social impact stories to inspire the wider student community.
• Milestone Requirements: To qualify for the second tranche payment, awardees must:
  • submit a learning journal;
  • complete a self-development module online;
  • attend at least 60% of RESSEC events;
  • volunteer at one RESSEC event; and
  • deliver a presentation by 1 March 2027 showcasing the key deliverables and impact of their community project or social enterprise.

Refund Policy: The bursary must be refunded in part or in full if the awardee discontinues their studies within one month of disbursement or any failure in adherence to the spirit of the award.

Application Form (via Mymail account only) 

Please submit application form and all required documents before 31 July 2026.

Please note:

• Applications or document submissions sent via email will NOT be processed.
• Multiple submissions through the official link are allowed but only the latest submission will be processed.
• Email ressec@sim.edu.sg if there is problem accessing the Application Form.

The �鶹��Ƶ���� Study Abroad Award offers financial support to eligible �鶹��Ƶ���� Global Education (�鶹��Ƶ���� GE) students participating in approved overseas exposure programmes. These short term international experiences allow students to broaden their worldview and develop global perspectives through immersion in different cultures, communities and education systems.

Award Value
The award amount is determined by the �鶹��Ƶ���� Study Abroad Award Selection Panel, based on academic merits, Per Capita Income (PCI) tiered financial need, and active involvement in �鶹��Ƶ���� student life and community engagement. Please note that not all eligible applicants are guaranteed an award. Applicants who fall under Tier 1 may be considered under Tier 2 should Tier 1 be oversubscribed.

PCI Based Tier Structure (Effective 2026)

Name of Award	Met eligibility criteria and the Per Capita Income (PCI) range	Reimbursement Amount (airfare and accommodation only)
�鶹��Ƶ���� Study Abroad Award – Tier 1	S$0 – S$600	Up to S$7,000
�鶹��Ƶ���� Study Abroad Award – Tier 2	S$601 – S$3,000	Up to S$4,000

Definition of PCI:
PCI = Total Gross Monthly Household Income ÷ Number of Household Members
(Gross income includes salary before CPF, overtime, allowances, bonuses, commissions.)

The award covers return economy airfare and basic accommodation, subject to terms and conditions, and are given on a reimbursement basis, up to the approved awarded cap and not exceeding the actual eligible expenses.

Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet all the following requirements:

• Be a Singapore Citizen or Singapore Permanent Resident
• Be a current �鶹��Ƶ���� GE student pursuing an eligible undergraduate programme listed in Table 1
• Have enrolled and commenced classes
• Be formally accepted into an approved exchange, study abroad, summer school, or immersion programme.
• Fall within the PCI bracket of $3,000 or below
• Demonstrate strong academic performance 
• Possess outstanding records or show active involvement in �鶹��Ƶ���� student life and community engagement. External volunteering is considered a bonus but does not replace �鶹��Ƶ���� based involvement.
• Maintain good conduct with no serious disciplinary cases

Students who have received �鶹��Ƶ���� scholarships or bursaries are eligible to apply, subject to declaration. They must continue to fulfil all existing obligations and conditions attached to any bursary, scholarship, or award previously granted.

Study Abroad Programmes
Table 1: Exclusively for current students from these programmes only

University	Programmes	Study Abroad Programmes	Country
University of London	UOL EMFSS BSc Programmes	LSE Summer School	London, UK
University of Birmingham	Bachelor of Science (Honours) International Business (Top-up)	BSc IB Study Abroad Programme	Designated universities stated by UOB
	Bachelor of Science (Honours) Business Management suite of programmes (excluding International Business and Accounting & Finance)	Spring School	Birmingham, UK
	Bachelor of Science (Honours) Accounting and Finance	Summer School	Birmingham, UK
University of Stirling	All undergraduate programmes	Semester Abroad Summer School	Stirling, Scotland, UK
University at Buffalo	All undergraduate programmes	UB Bound	Buffalo, US
RMIT University	All full-time undergraduate programmes	Inter-location Mobility Programmes	Melbourne, Australia
University of Wollongong	All undergraduate programmes	UOW Exchange Programmes	Wollongong, Australia

Note: The programmes listed are subject to periodic review and may be updated or changed by �鶹��Ƶ���� GE.

Tenure Period and Conditions

• The award is tenable only for the duration of the approved study abroad programme at the designated universities.
• No repayment is required unless the student discontinues the study abroad programme, or breaches any of the terms and conditions stated in the �鶹��Ƶ���� Study Abroad Award Agreement, in which case a partial or full refund may be imposed.

Expected Contributions

• Awardees need to successfully complete the study abroad programme.
• Awardees are to serve as Student Ambassadors at �鶹��Ƶ���� GE Open Houses, Education Fairs and/or other events.
• Awardees are to serve as Peer/Alumni Mentors/Ambassadors for a minimum period to be determined by the Sponsor in one of the �鶹��Ƶ���� mentoring programmes, such as Peer Assisted Learning (PAL) leaders, ISO Buddies, Student Learning Assistants, etc.
• Awardees are expected to support �鶹��Ƶ���� marketing efforts by contributing photographs, video and other recordings relating to the �鶹��Ƶ���� Study Abroad Programmes.  

Application Period

Application Period	Closing Date	Processing Period	Notification
9 February – 13 March	13 March	Mid March – End April	May
17 August – 18 September	18 September	Mid September – End October	November

Application Process

1. Prepare required documents.
Click for the full checklist (PCI proof, programme acceptance, etc.).

2. Apply via �鶹��Ƶ����Connect by following the path below:
My Apps → Self Service → Campus Finance → Financial Aid → Apply for Bursary/Award → �鶹��Ƶ���� Study Abroad Award

3. Enquiries
For any enquiries, applicants may email: higher-ed@sim.edu.sg

Students who participate will gain valuable cross-cultural experience, expand their global perspective, and apply their knowledge in real-world settings while making a positive impact through volunteering in international community projects. 

Additionally, students with a Per Capita Income below S$1,750 will be eligible for a funding of $450.

For more information, please contact us at:
sdev@sim.edu.sg

The Association of Muslim Professionals (AMP) was established on 10 October 1991, offering core programmes in education, human resource development, social development and research.

The AMP Education Bursary offers monetary assistance to diploma and degree students from less privileged families of all races, recognising the recipients’ academic achievements, alleviate their financial load and be a source of motivation for them to strive harder in their higher education.

Enquiries & more information
Email: corporate@amp.org.sg

Lembaga Biasiswa Kenanga Maulud (LBKM) was formed in 1965 with the concerted determination and commitment of the leaders of about 70 Malay/Muslim organisations. They felt the need to have an organisation that can cater to the financial needs of the needy students.

Since its establishment, LBKM’s focus has been to provide financial assistance in the form of bursaries to needy students.

• Open to Singapore citizens 
• Also open to applicants under 21 years old with at least one parent who is a Singapore citizen

Enquiries & more information
Email: enquiries@lbkm.org.sg

Muslimin Trust Fund Association (MTFA) is a registered charitable Muslim organisation in Singapore. It aims to provide financial assistance to Muslim students from lower-income families in Singapore, as well as to orphans who wish to further their education in various fields. 

• Open to Muslim students from low-income families who are pursuing full-time pre-tertiary and tertiary education 

Enquiries & more information
Email: ihsanaid@mtfa.org

The Sivadas-HEB Education Fund, a fund established by the trustees of the Estate of the Late Sivadas Sankaran, provides needy Hindu children with financial assistance to get a good education.

The Fund invites Hindu students from low-income families pursuing tertiary education to apply for a Tuition Subsidy to help them meet the cost of their education.  

• Open to Hindu students from low-income families pursuing tertiary education