SPH Media - Temasek Foundation Journalism Scholarship

SPH Media and Temasek Foundation share an interest in building up a core group of talented journalists with knowledge of Singapore and the region. We invite young people with an interest in pursuing journalism as a career to apply for a bond-free scholarship aimed at developing news media professionals, to secure the future of credible journalism as a public good.

Scholarship Details

Eligibility Criteria 

The SPH Media-Temasek Foundation Scholarship is open to Singaporean/ASEAN youths who are 1) commencing full-time undergraduate studies in 2026 OR 2) currently pursuing full-time undergraduate degrees at either of the following institutions:

  1. Nanyang Technological University
    - Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information
    - Public Policy and Global Affairs
     
  2. National University of Singapore 
    - Department of Communications and New Media
    - Economics and Data Science
    - Political Science

 

Requirements

  • Excellent academic record, including A-level (or equivalent) results and be on track for graduation with at least a CGPA of 4.0 (for applicants who are currently pursuing full-time degrees)
  • Good CCA and / or NS record
  • Interest in news and current affairs
  • Enrolment in journalism and/or multimedia content creation modules

Benefits

Financial Support

  • Tuition and other compulsory university fees
  • Monthly living allowances

Career Development

  • Internships: Experience the newsroom firsthand through immersive internships
  • Development & Enrichment: Scholars have the opportunity to pursue co-curricular activities and developmental programmes to broaden their skills and experiences.
  • Participation in Temasek Foundation Youth Alumni Network and its activities

Post-Graduation Obligation

  • Post-graduation traineeship at SPH Media newsrooms for 1 year upon completion of studies

Selection Process