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MOE GEB Science Research Programme (GEB SRP) – Mathematics

Run by MOE Gifted Education Branch / NUS / NTU / Polytechnics

In personNUS and established research centres, SingaporeFrom May of JC1 (IP Year 5) to Feb-Mar (H3) or Apr-May (enrichment) of JC2, with regular mentor meetings and at least 2 weeks full-time in the mid-year or end-of-year holidaysHighly selectiveHigh effort

About this opportunity

<p>The Science Research Programme (SRP) is a research attachment jointly run by MOE's Gifted Education Branch and the NUS Faculty of Science, opening up real, supervised research to selected JC1 / IP Year 5 students. Projects span mathematical, scientific, medical, information technology and engineering fields, with the Mathematics strand hosted under NUS Mathematics with additional support from NTU and the polytechnics.</p><ul><li>Eligibility: JC1 H2 or IP Year 5 students with demonstrated interest and aptitude in scientific / mathematical research</li><li>Entry: students apply to the Research Methods Module (RMM); selected participants continue into the H3 SRP (examinable) or enrichment (non-examinable) track</li><li>Students work under academic mentors on either lab-based or non-lab projects</li><li>H3 SRP projects may be submitted for assessment as an H3 subject and must go beyond H2 content</li><li>Outcomes include supervised research experience, a completed project, mentorship, and reference letters from NUS academics</li></ul><p>Applications are routed through the student's JC or IP school in collaboration with MOE GEB and NUS Faculty of Science.</p>

Who can apply

JC1 H2 or IP Year 5 students with strong interest and aptitude in scientific / mathematical research; admission via the Research Methods Module (RMM) and subsequent H3 SRP or enrichment track.

How to apply

Apply in two stages: the Research Methods Module (RMM) application starts in February, and students who complete the RMM then apply for the Mentorship Attachment in April. Selection is based on academic and intellectual aptitude, STEM activities or competitions, and teacher nomination. Runs every year; the 2026 round has closed and the next usually opens in February, with application information sent to junior colleges and IP schools in January.

What you get

CertificateMentorshipPortfolio pieceRecommendation

Frequently asked

Who runs this?+

Run by MOE Gifted Education Branch / NUS / NTU / Polytechnics.

Who can apply?+

JC1 H2 or IP Year 5 students with strong interest and aptitude in scientific / mathematical research; admission via the Research Methods Module (RMM) and subsequent H3 SRP or enrichment track.

What will I walk away with?+

You can expect certificate, mentorship, portfolio piece and recommendation.

How do I apply?+

Apply in two stages: the Research Methods Module (RMM) application starts in February, and students who complete the RMM then apply for the Mentorship Attachment in April.

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Last verified 27 September 2026·Updated 29 September 2026