SAF Medicine Scholarship

The SAF Medicine Scholarship is an exclusive scholarship programme for those who aspire to become military doctors. This scholarship allows individuals to pursue medical studies locally and subsequently develop as officers to hold senior positions in the SAF.

The SAF Medicine Scholarship offers scholars opportunities to be involved in operations that directly contribute to the peace and security of Singapore.

Value of award

• Monthly Salary

• Full Tuition Fee Coverage

• Book Allowance

• Computer Subsidy

• Accommodation Subsidies Based on Local Twin-Sharing Hostel Rates

• Sponsorship of Overseas Electives

Pre-requisites

• Singaporean citizen

• Secure a place at the National University of Singapore or Nanyang Technological University to study Medicine

• Qualify for Officer Cadet School

• Good Co-Curricular Activity Record

Length of Bond

• 6 Years

• The serving of the bond will begin from the day you return to SAF upon successful completion of studies. SAF bond runs concurrent with the 5-year MOH bond which is mandatory for all Medical students. The SAF bond will be suspended during periods of specialty training and hospital postings.

Application window

• Males: Now till 11 April 2025

• Females departing for studies the following year: Now till 24 August 2025

Contact us

SAF HQ Medical Corps

Tel: 6477 2513

Email: hrchqmc@defence.gov.sg. Please contact us by email or phone to indicate your interest for the SAF Medicine Scholarship.

To know more about the SAF Medical Corps please visit the SAF Medical Corps page.