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Eligibility
1.	How many SPF Scholarships will be given out each year?
	There is no limit to the number of awards given out. It will depend on the number and quality of applicants. back to top


2.	I have just accepted a PSC scholarship. I have also been awarded a private scholarship which has no bond attached. Can I hold the scholarship concurrently with the PSC scholarship?
	A PSC scholar is not allowed to hold a PSC scholarship concurrently with another scholarship. back to top


3.	How important are the grades obtained for General Paper and 2nd Language?
	A good GP grade will be preferable. back to top


University Courses
1.	Which are the universities attended by SPF(O) scholars?
	Our scholars have been to elite universities like Chicago, Cornell, Oxford, Cambridge, Harvard, Yale, Stanford and Michigan State. back to top


2.	Does the SPF(O) Scholarship have any preferred courses of study?
	Not really. Our scholars come from a variety of disciplines, which include Law, Science, Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Mathematics and Arts. back to top


3.	Does PSC offer scholarships for other part-time courses?
	PSC does not offer scholarships for part-time courses. back to top


4.	How do you determine whether a SPF(O) scholar qualifies for an overseas postgraduate scholarship?
	We will assess the performance and demonstrated potential of the scholar at the end of his bond period to determine if he qualifies for an overseas postgraduate scholarship. If selected, he will be given the chance to further his management exposure and training which will enhance his professional expertise. back to top


5.	What are the courses available for overseas postgraduate degree?
	You may choose from the following areas - General Management, Public Policy, Criminal Justice, Management of Technology and other specialised police courses. back to top


Termination of Award
1.	What happens if the scholar fail the University examinations and has to repeat the course?
	If the scholar fails his examination for the first time and is required by the University to repeat, his award will be suspended for the repeat year. If he fails again or obtain poor grades, his award may be terminated. If the subsequent failure is due to his indifferent attitude towards his studies (e.g.. as reflected in poor attendance for lectures and tutorials), he may even be liable to pay liquidated damages. back to top


2.	How much do I have to pay if I break my bond?
	The calculation of quantum of liabilities is based on all the expenses incurred during the period of study. If a scholar breaks the bond, the liabilities will be computed based on the actual expenses spent on him plus compound interest at 10% per annum. He would have to pay for the un-served bond period plus the 10% compound interest. back to top


3.	If I wish to terminate my bond, am I allowed to pay the liquidated damages by installment?
	You would have to pay the liquidated damages in lump sum. back to top


4.	Do I have to pay liquidated damages if my scholarship is terminated for medical reasons?
	If the illness renders the scholar unfit to continue his course of study in the University and this is supported by medical evidence, the scholarship may be terminated with waiver of the liquidated damages. back to top


5.	What are the penalties if the scholar decides to give up the award mid way during the course?
	A scholar who decides to give up the award mid-way during the course will have to pay liquidated damages for monies received plus interest, up to the time of his giving up the award. Male scholars who have been disrupted from full time National Service on account of the scholarship would be re-enlisted for National Service immediately. back to top


Employment
1.	I understand that Police officers are required to work long hours. How are the officers compensated for to make up for the long hours that they put in?
	Our Police Officers are compensated by extra leave. Senior Police officers entitled to 32 days of annual leave while all civil servants (Division 1 status) are only entitled to 18 days of annual leave. back to top


2.	Is working in SPF dangerous since officers have to deal with criminals, drug addicts, traffickers?
	Our force is well known for its professionalism, even at the international level. All our officers are well trained and operations are well planned. As such, the margin of error for harm to dawn on them while they are carrying out operational duties is very slim. back to top

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Last reviewed on 01 February, 2010

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