Applications are now open for the Lee Kong China Research Fellowship 2025 in Singapore, a prestigious fully funded opportunity based in Singapore. Offered by the National Library Board (NLB), this six-month residential fellowship is available to both Singaporean nationals and international researchers. Selected fellows will be hosted at the Lee Kong China Research Fellowship 2025 in Singapore where they’ll have access to one of the most comprehensive collections of Southeast Asian literature, historical documents, and cultural artifacts.
The aim of this fellowship is to support in-depth research on Singapore and its neighboring regions by offering scholars unparalleled access to rare materials and resources.
Details FOR Lee Kong China Research Fellowship 2025 in Singapore
Host Country: Singapore
Host Institution: Lee Kong Chian Reference Library, National Library Board
Fellowship Duration: 6 Months
Funding Type: Fully Funded
Application Deadline: 31st May 2025
💵 Fellowship Funding & Benefits
Selected fellows will receive generous financial support during their residency, including:
Return Economy-Class Airfare reimbursement
Monthly Stipend: SGD $3,500
Accommodation Allowance: SGD $3,500/month
One-Time Relocation Grant: SGD $1,500
There is no application fee to apply for this fellowship.
🏛 About the Lee Kong Chian Reference Library
The Lee Kong Chian Reference Library is a national treasure trove of knowledge, housing a rich array of rare publications, historical maps, and primary source materials dating back to Singapore’s early days. The library is known for:
Rare first-edition books printed in Singapore
Early European exploration accounts
Detailed cartographic archives
Works by Singapore’s most prominent authors and historians
Additionally, fellows may also draw on the holdings of the National Archives of Singapore, which preserves vital records and materials from both government and private sources.
🎓 Who Should Apply for Lee Kong China Research Fellowship 2025 in Singapore?
The fellowship is open to:
Both local and international applicants
Researchers undertaking focused projects that enhance public understanding of the library’s collections
Scholars with demonstrated academic and research credentials
Curators, historians, postdoctoral researchers, independent scholars, and doctoral candidates
Applicants with a proven research background and strong potential for impactful contributions
Whether you’re pursuing a PhD, developing a book manuscript, or conducting independent historical inquiry, this fellowship is designed to support serious academic work.
📝 Application Process
To apply for the Lee Kong Chian Research Fellowship:
Download and complete the official application form.
Submit your application no later than 30 May 2025 via one of the following channels:
Email Submission:
📧 Email to: LKCRF@nlb.gov.sg
Postal Submission:
📮
The Administrator
Lee Kong Chian Research Fellowship
National Library Headquarters
National Library Board
100 Victoria Street, #14-01
Singapore 188064
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This is your chance to immerse yourself in one of Asia’s richest historical archives while conducting groundbreaking research in Singapore. Don’t miss out—apply before 31st May 2025!