There have been greater than 150 expressions of curiosity for the scholarships from Palestinians, with the bulk below 25. Greater than half of the functions are from Gaza.
Fifteen Palestinians have utilized to the Nationwide College of Singapore, seven to the Singapore Administration College, three to the Singapore College of Social Sciences, and two to the Singapore Institute of Know-how.
The programs embrace pharmaceutical science, enterprise administration, AI and innovation, in addition to software program engineering and pc science.
PSI mentioned that these are provisional numbers as functions are ongoing and the schools are contemplating the functions.
“The PSI scholarship shall be assessed and awarded solely to college students who’re profitable of their software to the collaborating universities based mostly on present admissions necessities,” it mentioned.
The primary PSI students are anticipated to begin their research within the upcoming tutorial 12 months.
Ms Ong informed CNA that PSI is in talks with volunteers a few potential house host programme, however funds have been budgeted for campus lodging for the students.
“We’re grateful for the various and widespread assist of PSI from Singaporeans and residents alike,” she added.
“Whereas we could not change the world with this small contribution, we sincerely hope that PSI could make a world of distinction to at least one or two younger Palestinian students who come to Singapore to review annually.”
A 23-year-old applicant mentioned: “I’m excited in regards to the alternative to review in Singapore and to contribute to the worldwide dialog on expertise and innovation.
“This scholarship won’t solely assist me obtain my tutorial {and professional} objectives, however it’s going to additionally permit me to develop personally and contribute meaningfully to society.”
