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PhD of Doctor of Philosophy by Innovation

Singapore University of Technology and Design

  • Singapore, Singapore
  • 3 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • PhD

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Singapore University of Technology and Design campus

About the program

A PhD pathway for innovators and professionals who build an industry-validated solution alongside doctoral research.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights: no
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Apply core concepts and methods in Doctor of Philosophy by Innovation to practical and academic problems. Develop and demonstrate skills relevant to an industry-validated product
  • system or solution
  • under dual supervision
  • as reflected in the supplied curriculum summary. Plan independent research
  • evaluate scholarly evidence
  • and communicate research findings responsibly.

Curriculum

  • Three Mastery Sprints replace two elective PhD courses. Candidates build an Innovation Portfolio and an industry-validated product
  • system or solution
  • and write a shorter thesis showing industry adoption or market validation
  • under dual supervision.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Bachelor's degree or above with excellent academic standing and research interest
  • GRE optional
  • three referees
  • statement of objectives
  • IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL iBT 90 unless the degree was taught in English.

Accepted academic background

At least a bachelor's degree or above with excellent academic standing and strong research interest; GRE optional (recommended); three academic referees; statement of objectives 3,000 words; interview for shortlisted

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 90
  • IELTS Academic 6.5

Other requirements

  • Interview required

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Test Results
  • Recommendation Letters

How to apply

  1. Review the program admission requirements and intake availability. Prepare your academic records and required supporting documents. Contact a prospective supervisor and prepare a research proposal if the program requires them. Prepare for the required admission interview. Submit the application through the institution's approved application process. Provide language proficiency evidence and pay any application fee when applicable. Monitor the application status and respond to requests for additional information.

Other costs

Tuition per year$33,714 - $54,546 SGD
Application fee$22 SGD
Deposit_

Program details

CampusUpper Changi Campus
Faculty or schoolAcademic pillars: ASD, EPD, ESD, HASS, ISTD, SMT
Department_
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value_
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay_
Scholarship noteThe source record indicates potential scholarship opportunities. Award amounts, eligibility criteria and intake conditions must be confirmed before applying.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    January 2027

    Applications closed

    30 Oct 2026

    Closed

  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 3 years.