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CALL FOR APPLICATIONS DEADLINE: 4 DECEMBER 2026

This forum is organized by the Asia Research Institute, National University of Singapore, with support from ARI–Luce Southeast Asian Studies Collaboratory.

The Asia Research Institute (ARI) of the National University of Singapore (NUS) invites applications from current PhD students who have completed their fieldwork at the point of application and new PhD recipients (awarded in 2025 or later) to participate in the 22^nd Singapore Graduate Forum on Southeast Asian Studies. This forum is specifically focused on humanities and social science research relating to Southeast Asia, defined as ASEAN member countries.

The format of the Forum comprises two components:

Week 1 | 7–11 June
Online via Zoom
Professional development academy sessions, covering key career strategies such as academic writing, presentation skills, and publication approaches

Week 2 | 14–18 June
In-person at NUS
Guest lectures and presentation of papers by participants

Successful candidates can expect the following benefits:

• Access to online library resources in NUS
  You will gain access to excellent library e-resources at NUS Libraries (https://nus.edu.sg/nuslibraries), which has 2 million materials and volumes covering all topics.
• Professional development programmes curated to enhance your academic growth
• Opportunity to present your research paper and receive feedback from an audience of young international scholars and senior Southeast Asia specialists
• Networking opportunities with regional and international scholars
• Shared accommodation in Singapore for six nights during the second week of the Forum (14–18 June 2027)

This Forum is jointly organised with the ARI–Luce Southeast Asian Studies Collaboratory to promote shared discussions and collaborative activities. To learn more about the Collaboratory, please visit https://ari.nus.edu.sg/ari-luce-collaboratory/.

REQUIREMENTS & EXPECTATIONS

Successful candidates are expected to send in a draft paper (2,000-3,000 words) by 31 May 2027, and make a presentation of their work at the 22^nd Singapore Graduate Forum on Southeast Asian Studies.

Please note that the paper must be based on your own work, and only previously unpublished papers or those not already presented elsewhere can be accepted. You are also highly encouraged to read the Frequently Asked Questions before submitting your application.

Successful candidates are expected to actively participate online and in person during academy sessions and networking sessions with participants of the Forum and Collaboratory.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Please submit your application below by 4 December 2026. Successful applicants will be notified by mid-February 2027.

For any enquiries regarding the Forum, please contact Ms Zi Qi Lim at ziqi@nus.edu.sg.