新加坡国立大学、曼彻斯特大学最新PhD奖学金项目信息!

本期为大家推荐新加坡国立大学、曼彻斯特大学2026最新奖学金项目介绍。

1、新加坡国立大学

Assess and manipulate biological nitrogen fixation in legumes

National University of Singapore | Department of Biological Sciences

博导：Dr Jieshun Lin

截止日期：November 15, 2025 周六

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About the Project

Develop rapid and reliable methods to assess biological nitrogen fixation (BNF); Apply these methods to elucidate the molecular mechanisms regulating BNF efficiency; Manipulate key regulatory mechanisms to enhance BNF performance in legumes.

Applications

All applicants must possess at least four years of undergraduate study or three years of undergraduate study with a Masters degree. We consider an applicant's Grade Point Average (GPA) an important factor in assessing their suitability.

As the medium of instruction at NUS is in English, applicants whose native tongue or medium of undergraduate instruction is not English, should submit TOEFL/IELTS (Academic Test) scores as evidence of their proficiency in the English Language. The minimum TOEFL score is 580 (Paper-based Test), 260 (Computer-based Test) and 85 (Internet-based Test). The minimum IELTS score is 6. Candidates are strongly encouraged to submit GRE (minimum score of 320 [Verbal+ Quantitative] and 3.5 [Analytical Writing]).

You may apply via Graduate Admission Systems (GDA3) at https://gradapp.nus.edu.sg/apply

The January 2026 registration has already closed. The next intake is for August 2026. Please apply from 1 August 2025 onwards.

Please submit the required documents (transcript, TOEFL) via onlinebefore 15 November 2025. We highly encourage you to submit the required documents preferably before the end of October 2025. This will allow us to evaluate your dossier in advance and ensure a smoother process moving forward.

Kindly prepare the following documents/item to upload in the application system:

• Singapore NRIC (for Singapore Citizens or Singapore PRs); Passport information page (for International applicants)
• Certified true copy of official Bachelor’s or Master’s transcript (with the grading scale provided)
• Certified true copy of official Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree certificate
• Other academic certificates (if applicable)
• Valid TOEFL/IELTS score (Applicants whose native tongue and medium of university instruction is not completely in English should upload the official score sheet of TOEFL (≥85) or IELTS (≥ 6.0) as evidence of their proficiency in the English language. TOEFL/ IELTS scores are valid for 2 years from the test date and should not have expired at point of application. Expired scores will not be considered for the application.)
• A certified copy of GRE (Candidates are strongly encouraged to submit GRE)
• Two academic referee reports
• CV (A summary of your education, work experience, co-curricular activities, community service, etc.)
• Personal Statement of around 2 pages (You may include your broad research interests, previous research accomplishments and personal vision of future career.)
• Financial Statement or Sponsorship Letter (if you have opted for ‘Self-Finance’ at point of application)
• List of publication details: The number of papers you have published; Whether you are the first author or a co-author for each of your publications; Whether the journals are local, regional or international
• Passport size photograph following the specifications listed here

Information on scholarships and financial aid is available at:

https://nusgs.nus.edu.sg/scholarships/

https://nusgs.nus.edu.sg/financial-aid/

Go to 'Staffs', then ‘Faculty by Research” and you will be able to see the research areas of our academic staff.

http://www.dbs.nus.edu.sg

Tuition Fee:

https://www.nus.edu.sg/registrar/administrative-policies-procedures/graduate/graduate-fees

Department Code for GRE:

https://www.science.nus.edu.sg/admissions/graduates/research-programmes/frequently-asked-questions/

2、曼彻斯特大学

Robotics and AI - Cloud robotics/Networked Systems

The University of Manchester | Department of Computer Science

博导：Dr Philip Zhao

截止日期： 全年可申

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About the Project

This PhD project is in the areas of robotics and AI with the focus of networked/cloud robotics system. The student is expected to develop a new system architecture and software for future robotics systems. We also expect the student to test and validate the new design via hardware platforms (robotics system and cloud service). The student has the opportunity to work with some key industry partners via placement/internship.

Eligibility

Applicants should have, or expect to achieve, at least a 2.1 honours degree or a master’s (or international equivalent) in a relevant science or engineering related discipline.

Funding

This 3.5 year project is funded by the The Department of Computer Science, supporting both UK and overseas postgraduate researchers. The start date is October 2025.

Additional funding is available. For more information, visit our funding page or search our funding database for specific scholarships, studentships and awards you may be eligible for. Please discuss funding options with Dr Zhao.

Before you apply

We strongly recommend that you contact the supervisor, Dr Philip Zhao (philip.zhao@manchester.ac.uk) for this project before you apply Please include details of your current level of study, academic background (CV) and any relevant experience and include a paragraph about your motivation to study this PhD project.

How to apply

Apply online through our website: https://uom.link/pgr-apply-2425

When applying, you’ll need to specify the full name of this project, the name of your supervisor, if you already having funding or if you wish to be considered for available funding through the university, details of your previous study, and names and contact details of two referees.

Your application will not be processed without all of the required documents submitted at the time of application, and we cannot accept responsibility for late or missed deadlines. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

After you have applied you will be asked to upload the following supporting documents:

• Final Transcript and certificates of all awarded university level qualifications
• Interim Transcript of any university level qualifications in progress
• CV
• Supporting statement: A one or two page statement outlining your motivation to pursue postgraduate research and why you want to undertake postgraduate research at Manchester, any relevant research or work experience, the key findings of your previous research experience, and techniques and skills you’ve developed. (This is mandatory for all applicants and the application will be put on hold without it).
• Contact details for two referees (please make sure that the contact email you provide is an official university/work email address as we may need to verify the reference)
• English Language certificate (if applicable)