Syed Isa Semait Scholarship

Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura (Muis)

Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura (MUIS), also known as the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore, was established as a statutory body in 1968. The role of MUIS is to see that the many and varied interests of Singapores Muslim community are looked after.

Vision
A gracious Muslim community of excellence that inspires and radiates blessings to all.

Mission
To work with the community in developing a profound religious life and dynamic institutions.

Syed Isa Semait Scholarship (SISS)

an 'A' Level / IB / NUS High Student

Singapore Citizen, Singapore PR

Application Cycle Closed

Tenable Universities / Institutions

Renowned Overseas Universities

Term

Full Term

Locations

Overseas

Description

The Syed Isa Semait Scholarship (SISS) honours the distinguished legacy of Singapore's former Mufti, Almarhum Shaikh Syed Isa Semait, who was renowned for his exemplary public service, profound religious leadership, and contributions to interfaith harmony.

Established in 2015 as the Syed Isa Semait Scholar Award, the scheme served as a research grant for studies on Asatizah and religious matters affecting the Singapore Muslim community. In 2022, it was reconstituted as an undergraduate scholarship for Islamic Studies at overseas universities and renamed as SISS.

The SISS is designed to attract and nurture exceptional madrasah graduates within the religious sector and to develop a pipeline of future senior religious leaders for our key institutions such as MUIS, Registry of Muslim Marriages (ROMM), Syariah Court and the upcoming Singapore College of Islamic Studies (SCIS). This initiative continues the late Shaikh Syed Isa's vision of dedicated service to both the Singapore Muslim community and nation.

Course of Study

Bond Period

Please enquire

Value of Awards

Up to $240,000 over four years; inclusive of:

Full coverage of tuition fees and monthly living allowances
Travel benefits including return airfare and travel insurance
Relocation allowance
Textbook and laptop allowances

Development opportunities
Scholars Development Programme (SDP) to build competencies based on three main thrusts: Intellectual Development, Religious Career Immersion, and Community Engagement

Career development and placement

Direct placement upon graduation in a structured programme designed to nurture asatizah talents and strengthen their leadership capabilities
A six-year bond with MUIS upon graduation which includes personalised development plan and job rotations with MUIS

Requirement/Conditions

Must be a Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident
Outstanding academic performance throughout full-time madrasah education in Singapore, with excellent O/A-Levels or IB Diploma results
Must have graduated from a Singapore madrasah within the past 5 years
Must demonstrate strong leadership potential and exemplary personal conduct

All applicants undergo the same thorough assessment process and may be awarded either the SISS or MS based on their demonstrated leadership potential. However, not all applicants will be awarded scholarships and MUIS’s decision is final.