Want to gain hands-on research experience in one of Singapore’s renowned institutes? Well wait no more as applications are open for the Singapore Wang Gungwu Visiting Fellowship for the year 2025. A prestigious, fully funded fellowship hosted by the ISEAS Yusof Ishak Institute is inviting applications from self-motivated and dynamic postdoctoral researchers and mid-career professionals from all around the world to apply and experience real-time research under the supervision of renowned professors. The application window for the fellowship is currently open and will be accepting applications till July 30th, 2025.
The objective of the fellowship is to cultivate the next generation of future leaders by supporting policy-relevant research on how major power dynamics, particularly involving the U.S. and China, affect Southeast Asia. The duration of the fellowship is a minimum of 2 months and a maximum of 6 months, depending on the subject to approval by ISEAS. The fellowship program provides comprehensive financial support that covers airfare tickets, a Monthly stipend, accommodation, and much more.
An exciting opportunity for the students and mid-career professionals to immerse themselves in real-time research in one of the leading higher education institutions of Singapore. In this post, we will cover all the details regarding the fully funded fellowship in Singapore that includes priority areas of research, eligibility criteria, benefits, and application process. Stay with us, read the complete post, and apply.
Details of Singapore Wang Gungwu Visiting Fellowship 2025
| Host Country | Singapore |
|---|---|
| Host Institute | ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute |
| Duration | 2–6 Months |
| Coverage | Fully Funded |
| Application Deadline | 30th July 2025 |
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Wang Gungwu Visiting Fellows BenefitsÂ
If you get a chance to be a part of this fellowship, then you will get the following benefits;
- Competitive monthly stipend
- Accommodation
- Round-trip airfare (economy)
- Access to cutting-edge equipment
- Access to IT services, office space, libraråy, and other facilities available at ISEAS.
- A chance to meet professors
- Self-funding and Co-funding of proposals will be considered.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants fulfilling the following criteria are eligible to apply:
- Wang Gungwi fellowship is accepting applications from all nationals
- Possesses an excellent academic record
- Have a strong interest in Southeast Asian studies.
- You are a postdoctoral researcher
- Mid-career policymakers and researchers are also eligible
- If you have not completed your PhD degree, then you must make sure you have an appropriate level of experience.
Priority Areas of Research
- US-China Relations – and their impact on Southeast Asia
- Asia-Pacific Security – which includes China-ASEAN relationsÂ
- Economic Cooperation – Progress of BRI, RCEP, and other regional/global initiatives.
- China’s Rise – and its impact on Southeast Asian societies and communities.
- Digital Influence – How media/technology shapes perceptions in the region.
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Application process
All interested candidates must gather the following documents before applying;
- Cover Letter
- CV
- Research Statement (it should be at least 3 pages and double-spaced)
- Proposal for self and Co-funding (if applicable)
- Two reference letters
How to Apply?
All interested applicants meeting the required criteria need to follow the following steps to apply:
- All applications must be submitted by July 30th, 2025
- The applications need to be submitted via email to development@iseas.edu.sg with the subject title Application for ISEAS Wang Gungwu Visiting Fellows Programme 2026 – [First Name and Last Name]
- Applicants need to provide 2 letters of reference via email to  development@iseas.edu.sg with the subject:
Application for ISEAS Wang Gungwu Visiting Fellows Programme 2026Â
For more details, visit the fellowship’s official link below.
