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The Research Mentorship Program

Where Curiosity Meets Innovation

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What is the Research Mentorship Program?

Through zoom lectures and guidance from our mentors and academicians, the program aims to equip its participants with the fundamentals to conduct their own research. At the same time, participants get a chance to qualify for TSB’s Research Mentorship Program 2, which is a more hands-on opportunity for researching with experts of their field!

This program is free of charge and open to all who are interested and meet the recommended requirements! 

The Curriculum Overview

Week 1

OPENING CEREMONY: Intro to Research

  1. Introduction to mentors

  2. Fundamentals of research

  3. Types of research

  4. The purpose of research

  5. Platforms for publication & sharing research

LECTURE 1: Planning a Research Project

  1. Identifying research topic

  2. Research design

  3. Independent research

Week 3

LECTURE 4: Presentation & Publication

  1. Findings reporting

  2. Basic presentation skills

  3. Publishing your work

  4. How to reach out for research grants & university research faculties

CAPSTONE BRIEFING

  1. Briefing on judging criteria

  2. Sharing of resource pack containing data, learning materials, etc

  3. Participants create a poster/infographic to present their data 

Week 2

LECTURE 2: Literature Review

  1. How to efficiently read research papers

  2. What goes on behind a research paper?

  3. Academic writing

  4. Citation and referencing styles

LECTURE 3: Data Collection & Analysis

  1. Types of data collection

  2. Instruments & tools for data collection

  3. Reliability & validity of data sources

  4. Ethical concerns

Week 4

CLOSING CEREMONY

  1. Capstone project presentation

  2. What’s next?

Why should I sign up?

  1. Experience several opportunities to interact with professionals in various STEM fields 

  2. Broaden your knowledge and understanding on STEM

  3. Learn the fundamental skills of a researcher which will benefit your future career/ higher education

  4. Stand a chance to join Research Mentorship Program Series 2, collaborate on real research with academicians, and win distinguished awards!

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Sign Up Now!

Take the first step toward discovery—sign up below and embark on your journey of innovation and impact!

 

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  • What are the key dates?
    6th March - Registration Closes 8th March - Opening Ceremony 9th March - Lecture 1: Planning a project 15th March - Lecture 2: Literature Review 16th March - Lecture 3: Data Collection & Analysis 22nd March - Lecture 4: Presentation & Publication 23rd March - Capstone Briefing 12th April - Closing Ceremony
  • What are the entry requirements?
    It is recommended that you: Have a basic grasp and understanding of foundational STEM knowledge Have a basic command of the English Language Are able to commit 2 hours per week for the program
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