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21 Oct 2024
On 21 October 2024, 44 passionate individuals received their scholarship certificates at the DSTA Scholarships Award Ceremony. With family and friends gathered to witness this milestone, the event marked the beginning of a journey for the recipients to explore their passion for science, technology, and engineering.
This year’s scholarships included the DSTA Polytechnic Scholarships, DSTA Merit and Merit Cyber Scholarships, and the DSTA Scholarship (Postgraduate). The ceremony was not just a celebration of achievement but also a call to action for these future innovators to contribute meaningfully to national security.
DSTA Chief Executive Ng Chad-Son underscored the importance of innovating with technology to strengthen Singapore’s defence and encouraged the scholars to embrace the opportunities offered by their scholarships.
“As you embark on your studies, I encourage you to reflect on how you can drive innovation, help Singapore overcome real-world security challenges, and leave a lasting impact on our society,” he urged.
The DSTA Scholarships offer our Scholars access to valuable internships, exclusive industry events, and workshops that foster critical thinking and leadership skills. These experiences prepare them to face real-world challenges head-on.
One recipient, Elisabeth Feng, a DSTA Polytechnic Digital Scholarship recipient currently studying Applied AI & Analytics at Nanyang Polytechnic, shared: “I am looking forward to sharpening my tech skills and gain valuable work experience via my internship. I want to be at the forefront of emerging technology, to push the boundaries of research.”
“I am excited to start my internship with DSTA! It’s not every day you get to work on real-world defence projects that safeguards the national security of Singapore,” said Dylan Teo, a recipient of the DSTA Merit Scholarship, who echoed Elisabeth’s sentiments.
Similarly, Dion Choy, a recipient of the DSTA Polytechnic Engineering Scholarship currently pursuing a Diploma in Computer Engineering at Singapore Polytechnic, expressed his excitement about the doors that the scholarship has opened.
“I am eager to work with industry experts, learn from others in various fields and expand my network in defence tech,” he shared.
As these talented individuals embark on their educational journeys, they stand ready to tackle challenges and shape Singapore’s defence landscape.
Interested in joining them and exploring opportunities with the DSTA Scholarships? Find out more here.