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Welcome to Nanyang Technological University!
You are at the threshold of what may well be the most critical and formative stage of your life. A good university education will shape your intellect and open up new vistas. More than just imparting knowledge, it will teach you how to learn. At NTU, we believe in a holistic approach to education that allows you to develop a depth of knowledge in your chosen discipline, a breadth of knowledge beyond that, and the understanding to apply this knowledge to real-life situations. You will find flexibility in packaging your course according to your interests and strengths, and how you want to pursue them. Research and education go hand in hand. NTUs distinguished faculty are as much into knowledge creation as they are into knowledge transfer. You will get a head start in doing research, under the guidance of top-notch mentors, and through partnerships with prestigious institutions of learning around the world. How well will we prepare you for your career? Last year, all NTU students received a job offer within four months of graduation. Our MBA students from the highlyranked Nanyang Business School were also found to be commanding the highest salaries amongst all Singapore MBA graduates, three years after getting their degrees. To nurture creative and entrepreneurial leaders through a broad education is NTUs mission, no less. We welcome you to consider joining us, in a journey of discovery in our international community.

A Message from Professor

Bertil Andersson
President

A Message from Dr

Lalit Goel

Professor & Director of Admissions

A very warm welcome from the Nanyang Technological University!

We are delighted that you are considering joining us in charting the frontiers of knowledge. NTU is the leading science and technological university in Singapore, and one of the fastest-growing research universities in the world. I would like to give you my personal assurance that at our university, your journey to excellence will not be made alone. You will be guided along the way by our 3,300-strong teaching and research staff. Hailing from more than 90 countries, they bring with them dynamic international perspectives and years of solid industry experience that will prove invaluable to you. At NTU, you will grow as a unique individual in our community of students, in the company of 33,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students from all over the world. With hostel activities held all year round, you will have many opportunities to

forge new bonds. These close ties will extend beyond your university days, well into the future. In anticipation of growing demand for exciting new programmes, we are constantly expanding our educational and research capabilities with the establishment of new schools, programmes and initiatives, such as the medical degree programme with Imperial College London. The Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine of NTU, which will offer undergraduate degrees in medicine, will admit its first intake of students in 2013. I would like to encourage you to visit our admissions website and discover for yourself the full range of undergraduate programmes we offer. You will also find useful links to essential information on admission application procedures, scholarships, financial aid, accommodation, and much more. We look forward to having you at NTU, and in paving the way for you to advance in your educational journey.

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As one of the largest engineering colleges in the world with six constituent Schools, 16,000 students, 1,800 faculty and staff, the College of Engineering offers a rich array of multidisciplinary programmes and specialisations catering to the varied interests, talents and career aspirations of our students. We aim to nurture well-rounded engineer leaders who are flexible across disciplines and not limited by national boundaries. The holistic and versatile education you receive at the College will give you a strong and sustainable foundation for an exciting future, diversity in engineering professions and global leadership. Our engineering programmes are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Board, a body set up by the Institution of Engineers Singapore. For the newer programmes, we have obtained provisional accreditation or applied for provisional accreditation. Full accreditation of newer programmes can only be considered after two batches of students have graduated. Under the Washington Accord, accredited engineering degrees are internationally recognised by all 13 signatory members, which include Australia, Singapore, the United Kingdom and the United States, giving you more opportunities to pursue a global career.

A Revolutionary Learning Experience

The Blue Ribbon Commission (BRC) on Undergraduate Education w was convened by the University in August 2007 to review all aspects of undergraduate education in NTU. Central to the BRCs key recommendations is the revamp of the undergraduate curriculum. The new BRC engineering curriculum boasts such salient features as a student-centric programme with a balance between deepening and broadening, more offerings of multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary courses and greater flexibility in curriculum. It would also provide engineering students with more opportunities for personal development and self-learning.

College of Engineering
www.coe.ntu.edu.sg
Bachelor of Engineering with Business Minor # This is a programme jointly offered by the College of Engineering and the Nanyang Business School. The curriculum is purposefully structured such that the Engineering core inculcates analytical, problem-solving and entrepreneurial skill in students, while the Business minor empowers them with the know-how in the various aspects of business management. The programme is a winning combination that will equip graduates with the necessary technical skills and a good understanding of todays business essentials, giving them a head-start in their careers.
# Applicable to all single Engineering degree programmes except Maritime Studies

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School of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering

Comprising the Division of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering and the Division of Bioengineering, the School of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering (SCBE) is geared towards the training of engineers according to the demands of both established and emergent fields in the life and chemical sciences. Housed in two buildings with a total floor space of 30,000 square meters retrofitted with modern infrastructure, state-of-the-art research and teaching facilities, the School is the ideal environment for learning. Through well-designed programmes run by a team of dedicated faculty and non-teaching staff, SCBE will prime students to confront both the demands of the working world and the technological challenges of the future.

Programmes Offered
Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering This programme amalgamates principles of chemical engineering and life sciences (biology, biochemistry and genetics) to facilitate the development of safe, profitable and environment-friendly processes for the synthesis and manufacture of products from chemical/biological raw materials. Bachelor of Engineering in Bioengineering Combining the principles and latest in biological discovery with advanced engineering methods in electronics, materials, mechanics, biocomputing and informatics, students are trained to be world-class engineers for the biomedical and biotechnology industries, with employment opportunities in healthcare and clinical services. Double Degree in Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering/Bioengineering) & Bachelor of Arts (Economics) This five-year programme offered by SCBE and the School of Humanities and Social Sciences aims to equip students with complementing knowledge in both their chosen engineering field as well as the business applications of their specialisation. The technical and analytical skills in combination with both business knowledge and understanding of economic principles will render graduates exceedingly competitive, geared towards a leadership role in engineering.

Unique Features
Students will have the opportunity to undergo multidisciplinary training in emergent fields relevant to their specialisation. Along with a firm grounding in engineering principles and a thorough understanding of the fundamentals of the biomedical and chemical sciences, the curriculum imparts good communication and problemsolving skills, which will stand students in good stead against the challenges of their future careers.

Career Prospects
Chemical and Biomolecular engineers obtain training in diverse areas, allowing for engagement at various industries in a variety of positions, most notably within the chemical and pharmaceutical sectors. Graduates can expect to meet demand from both traditional and emergent engineering fields, such as food/flavours/ fragrances, petrochemicals, biopharmaceuticals and nanotechnology. The booming biomedical engineering and sciences sectors are slated to be key engines of Singapores future growth. Bioengineers will find attractive opportunities in industries, research institutes, hospitals and organisations that deal with biomedical instrumentation, medical devices, biomaterials and drug research. Alternatively, they may continue their study in medical schools or top PhD programmes around the world.

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School of Civil and Environmental Engineering

The School of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) aims to be a leading school for sustainable built environment. Against a constant increase in population, human and trade traffic, our civil engineering graduates are poised to provide safe, feasible and innovative solutions within the framework of environmental sustainability. In the same vein, our environmental engineering graduates address themselves to environmental challenges with far-reaching consequences, such as wastewater reclamation and reuse, desalination and resource recovery. Not forgetting that Singapore is located at a world centre of seaways, our Maritime Studies programme will well serve as a springboard for students looking to take advantage of its unique possibilities in the maritime industry, elevating them from local business management to international business standing. You have a vision of the future world. We at CEE will enable you to build it.

Programmes Offered

Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering In the course of this four-year programme, students will receive a well-balanced curriculum containing both theoretical and practical aspects of engineering practice with an emphasis on sustainable design and planning. Civil Engineering graduates can look forward to a wide range of career prospects in fields such as infrastructure planning and development, project procurement and management, and water resources engineering. Bachelor of Engineering in Environmental Engineering This programme offers a comprehensive and multidisciplinary education as a means to environmental sustainability, preservation and recovery. Through the application of Science and Engineering principles, students will be equipped to foresee, manage and develop solutions for environmental problems. Given the increasing awareness of the connection between Earth, its inhabitant species, and the effects of human progress, Environmental Engineering graduates will find future employment in environmental technologies development, water and waste treatment, and resource recovery. Double Degree in Bachelor of Engineering (Civil Engineering/Environmental Engineering) & Bachelor of Arts (Economics) This five-year programme offered by CEE and the School of Humanities and Social Sciences will give undergraduates an appreciation of both engineering and economic environments, opening up unparalleled prospects in todays competitive business landscape. Armed with two honours degrees, students will be able to choose from a plethora of careers in civil/environmental engineering as well as positions in financial and business services industries.

Bachelor of Science in Maritime Studies This is a four-year programme with a primary focus on shipping, business management, maritime science and technology. Third year students will travel to Norway to study at the Norwegian School of Management (BI) for one semester. Speciality training and exposure will give students prospects in industries such as marine operations, chartering and shipping, complementing Singapores drive to become an international maritime centre. Bachelor of Science in Maritime Studies with Business Major CEE offers a double major programme which combines BSc (Maritime Studies) with a Business Major from the Nanyang Business School. The crossdisciplinary approach and strong industry support will expand future career options and advancement opportunities, as the graduate will be able to fill key leadership roles in the maritime industry.

Unique Features

At CEE, students are provided with skills that prepare them for a successful engineering practice and advanced study. Through the indoctrination of the spirit of lifelong learning and professional responsibility, CEE research contributes to both industry and society by advancing the standards of the profession and improving the quality of life.

Career Prospects

Graduates may expect high demand for their qualifications, and look forward to employment in various capacities within fields as diverse as research and development, infrastructure design and urban planning, structural project management, waste disposal, resource allocation, marine freighting and consultation for both private and governmental bodies.

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School of Computer Engineering

Building on over 20 years of experience, the School of Computer Engineering (SCE) boasts quality programmes that are tailored to address the needs of tomorrows global economy. Designed to equip graduates with the relevant knowledge and tools required across various specialised industries, SCEs programmes are complemented with state-of-the-art facilities, vast learning opportunities, and mentorship by some of the most outstanding faculty in the fields of Computer Engineering and Computer Science. At SCE, lessons go beyond textbooks and classrooms. As an aid to retention and a means to develop vital practical skills, students will receive critical hands-on experience through project-based learning, carefully selected industrial attachments and overseas exchange programmes.

Programmes Offered

Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Engineering Students will gain a broad knowledge on the analysis, design and engineering of computing system which includes customised, dedicated and embedded systems as well as mobile devices. Students will also be exposed to programming, digital circuits and systems, microprocessors, electronics, sensors, interfacing techniques as well as software and firmware design. The combination of a sound knowledge base and practical skills will stand graduates in good stead for a career in system, hardware, software as well as other Infocom aspects of industry and commerce. Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science The Computer Science curriculum trains undergraduates in the analysis, design and engineering of reliable, practical and maintainable large software systems spanning the different industries such as manufacturing, production, engineering, business, banking and finances. They will also be exposed to disciplines such as the design of efficient algorithms, data structures, language paradigms, HumanComputer Interaction, graphics and visualisation. The solid fundamentals and practical training will give graduates a head-start in the software, consultancy, services and other IT-related sectors. Double Degree in Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Engineering/Computer Science) & Bachelor of Business (Information Technology) This hybrid curriculum has been specially designed to integrate both computer engineering/computer science and business elements, allowing graduates to bridge the gaps between the two disciplines. In this four-year double degree programme from SCE and the Nanyang Business School, students will be trained in the fundamentals and the combined application of technical computing/engineering and business practice. Double Degree in Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Engineering/Computer Science) & Bachelor of Arts (Economics) This five-year programme offered by SCE and the School of Humanities and Social Sciences will furnish students

with an appreciation of both engineering and economic environment, effectively increasing their prospects by two and a half times that of peers with degrees in single disciplines. In todays competitive business landscape, graduates armed with two honours degrees will benefit from the advantage of being relevant to jobs in either specialisation and, will also be naturally qualified for roles that require both specialisations.

Unique Features

ELITe Distinct to SCE, students will be able to participate in the ELITe (Enhanced Learning in Infocomm Technology) Programme. Together with IDA and its industry partners, this programme seeks to provide undergraduates the opportunity to sharpen their skills through a variety of activities that complement a classroom-based learning experience, including industrial mentorship and enrolment in IDA approved certification courses. IDAs National Infocomm Scholarship Students admitted into SCE are eligible to apply for IDAs National Infocomm Scholarship. The National Infocomm Scholarship is sponsored by Infocomm companies such as IBM, Microsoft, Intel, Oracle, DBS, SingTel and StarHub. You can look forward to internships with your sponsoring company, and the opportunity to work in the company when you graduate. International students may apply but are required to become a Singapore Permanent Resident upon acceptance.

Career Prospects

SCE graduates can look forward to a wide range of exciting career opportunities in the areas of digital media, animation, research and development, consultancy as well as finance and banking. SCE programmes have provided our graduates with an edge and have landed them in leading companies such as IBM, Oracle, Hewlett Packard, Lucasfilm Singapore, Koei Entertainment Singapore, Ubisoft, Singapore Technologies group of companies, Singapore Airlines, Government Investment Corporation, Credit Suisse and Barclays.

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School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Gain a degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE) from one of the largest EEE schools in the world today, renowned for its high academic standards and strong tradition of excellence in research. In the course of study, students will benefit from the state-of-the-art equipment, teaching facilities, and the most modern, fully-equipped research laboratories.

Programmes Offered
Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical & Electronic Engineering This four-year programme has the primary objective of providing professional training in Electrical, Electronic and Information Sciences and Engineering. Recognised for its high academic standards and strong research orientation, the course is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Board (EAB) of the Institution of Engineers, Singapore (IES), which is a full signatory member of the Washington Accord. Double Degree Programme in Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical & Electronic Engineering) & Bachelor of Arts (Economics) This five-year programme offered by EEE and the School of Humanities and Social Sciences will give students a greater appreciation for both economic and engineering environments. In todays competitive business landscape, graduates armed with two honours degrees will not only enjoy an advantage in applying for positions within each field of their expertise, but will be applicable for roles requiring dual specialisations. Bachelor of Engineering in Information Engineering & Media As a rule, engineers and artists think and view things differently. This four-year multidisciplinary programme changes this by cultivating in students the twin perspectives of engineers and artists. This programme is hosted jointly by EEE with the School of Art, Design and Media, School of Computer Engineering, and the Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information. Double Degree in Bachelor of Engineering (Information Engineering & Media) & Bachelor of Arts (Economics) This five-year programme is jointly offered by EEE and the School of Humanities and Social Sciences. This programme aims to equip graduates with technical skills in information, communications engineering, creative skills in media design and a strong foundation in economics.

Unique Features
Choice of Broad EEE Education or Specialisations Students can opt for either a broad-based Electrical and Electronic Engineering programme, or one of nine areas of specialisation which include Biomedical Electronics, Communication Engineering, Computer Engineering, Digital Media Processing, Integrated Circuit Design, Intelligent Systems & Control Engineering, Microelectronics, Photonics and Power & Clean Energy. IDAs National Infocomm Scholarship Students intending to major in Communications, Computer Engineering and Digital Media are eligible to apply for Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore (IDA)s National Infocomm Scholarship. IC-Design/Wafer-Fabrication Specialist Manpower Programme (SMP) Scholarship The SMP Scholarships are meant for undergraduates who specialise in IC Design or Microelectronics. Successful recipients of the scholarship will be offered an industrial attachment with a sponsoring company. The scholarships are offered to third or final year students of the School.

Career Prospects
An EEE degree offers a wide range of career possibilities in aviation, biomedical, control and automation, defence engineering, IC manufacturing, internet services, optoelectronics, power generation and smart energy distribution, interactive and digital media, software & telecommunication services and wafer fabrication.

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School of Materials Science and Engineering

With the increasing demand for materials engineers, the School of Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) has become one of the worlds largest materials engineering institutions. Students will be provided with a science-driven and application-oriented engineering education in advanced materials. Equipped with competencies and knowledge in the use of material classifications such as organic, ceramics, composites, semiconductors, biological and nanomaterials, graduates will be suited for industries dealing in material applications including medical treatments, solar cells/batteries and ballistic protection.

Programmes Offered
Bachelor of Engineering in Materials Engineering This full-time four-year undergraduate programme leads to the degree of Bachelor of Engineering (Materials Engineering) with Honours. In Year 1, students are given a broad education in all important aspects of science and engineering. The fundamentals of materials science, processing, characterisation and applications of materials will be introduced in the second and third year. Students will have the opportunity of undergoing an industrial attachment or industrial orientation programme in Year 3, and in Year 4, with the option to do advanced topics leading to specialisations in various areas of materials engineering. Double Degree in Bachelor of Engineering (Materials Engineering) & Bachelor of Arts (Economics) This five-year programme awarded by MSE and the School of Humanities and Social Sciences will give students a greater appreciation for both economic and engineering environments, opening up unparalleled prospects in todays competitive business landscape. Armed with two honours degrees, graduates will be able to choose from a plethora of careers in materials science and engineering, finance and business services industries.

Unique Features
MSE students are provided with a solid foundation in the study of the structure, properties and behaviour of materials. Intensive courses are incorporated for training specialised competencies using sophisticated characterisation and analysis facilities. Students will enjoy the option to study and participate in the development of the next generation of advanced materials for applications in defence, clean energy and biomedical fields. In addition to the worldclass facilities and comprehensive training, students will be supported by the Schools excellent mentoring system, with dedicated academic counsellors providing guidance throughout their undergraduate candidature.

Career Prospects
Materials Engineers are continually in high demand by industries all over the world for important positions in the aerospace, biomedical, defence, electronics, manufacturing, petrochemical and research sectors. MSE graduates are employed by organisations such as Shell, ExxonMobil, BASF, Ciba Vision, Essilor, Hewlett Packard, GlobalFoundries, 3M, DSO National Laboratories, ST Microelectronics, Advanced Micro Devices, Renewable Energy Corp., Monetary Authority of Singapore, IMRE, DSI, IME, SIMTech, leading financial and educational institutions, both in Singapore and overseas.

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School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

The School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE) offers a stimulating environment that challenges the best minds through a host of exciting programmes. Students are groomed to realise their best potential by an experienced faculty team, whose expertise covers some of the most sought-after fields of engineering, including aerospace, manufacturing, mechatronics, innovative design, nanotechnology and informatics. Students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities that will enhance their learning experience. In addition, they are offered a range of supplementary courses and enrichment programmes to promote and nurture their creativity, leadership and techno-preneurship qualities. This holistic learning experience will serve to expand their horizons, giving them an extra edge in the working world.

Programmes Offered
Bachelor of Engineering in Aerospace Engineering The Aerospace Engineering degree programme boasts a rigorous curriculum thats trains you to be an astute aerospace engineer, capable of applying advanced science and engineering principles in the design, assembly, manufacturing and maintenance of aerial vehicles. Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering This broad-based multidisciplinary programme allows students to pursue a Mechanical Engineering degree with in-depth specialisation in the Design or Mechatronics Streams from the second year of study. Students who are not pursuing either of these streams have a choice of eight final-year specialisation options in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanics, Energy & the Environment, Innovative Design, Systems Engineering, Mechatronics & Control, Manufacturing Engineering, and Marine & Offshore Engineering. Double Degree in Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering/Aerospace Engineering) & Bachelor of Arts (Economics) This five-year programme offered by MAE and the School of Humanities and Social Sciences aims to equip students with excellent knowledge and competencies in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, and Economics. Graduates armed with two honours degrees will enjoy advantages when applying for positions in either field individually or for roles requiring both.

Unique Features
Special Programmes Product Development Challenge (PDC) Going beyond the classroom, the PDC provides our students the chance to put what they have learnt into practice. Students team up to take on an open-ended project to develop a product such as a race car or a football playing robot. Promising teams are given opportunities to participate in international competitions. Engineering Innovation and Design (EID) Programme This year-long programme hones engineering and design skills with technopreneurship; students will work in teams to develop a product prototype with a business plan. They will present their work in an exhibition and to a panel of judges that includes industrialists and venture capitalists. Leadership Development Programme (LDP) This programme, opened to the schools best talents, further grooms leadership abilities through enrichment programmes such as seminars, forums, and leading community activities. These community activities benefit MAE students, and the underprivileged, both locally and abroad.

Career Prospects
Graduates of MAE programmes are highly sought after in at least one of the following fields: aircraft design and manufacturing, aerospace consulting, aircraft operations and maintenance, aviation regulation, defence science, logistics, manufacturing, marine and offshore engineering, pharmaceutical, petrochemical or biomedical engineering, product design, project planning and management, power generation and distribution.

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College of Science

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At the College of Science, undergraduates will explore the workings of nature through the rigorous application of the scientific method, and discover both their truths in the abstract and the means to employ these truths to mankinds service in the concrete. Trained to think as a scientist and in the course of their academic journey, students will develop strong skills in logical and lateral reasoning, quantitative and qualitative problem solving, and the language of communication with future cohorts and colleagues in the scientific community. Upon graduation, students will embark on a career path as scientists or mathematicians, invaluable assets to their employers whatever their chosen specialisation. Our curricula and standards for the various disciplines are modelled after those of the best universities in the world. Students can choose from our broad spectrum of four-year direct Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree programmes or, as a more capable student, join our accelerated programme to graduate in 3.5 years. Promising applicants may also qualify for the CN Yang Scholars Programme NTUs premier undergraduate programme for science and engineering students. Further opportunities exist to pursue a postgraduate degree by research.

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School of Biological Sciences

Population ageing, chronic illnesses and disease epidemics are major health challenges in the 21st century. To succeed in addressing these challenges, the biomedical industries, health care services and biomedical research institutions require highly skilled professionals trained in Biological Sciences. The School of Biological Sciences provides programmes in Biological and Biomedical Sciences that are designed by an international team of experienced academics and eminent researchers.

Programmes Offered
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biological Sciences In the first year, students receive strong grounding in the principles and practice of Chemical Biology, Structural and Computational Biology, Molecular and Cell Biology and Genetics. After completing the foundational units, students will choose their specialisations and focus on topics that bear immediate application today, such as Genomics, Neurobiology, Cancer Biology, Immunology, Infectious Diseases, Stem Cell Biology and Drug Discovery. In the final year, all students will undertake full-time project work for an entire semester before entering into either laboratory-based research or other key areas within the Life Sciences industry. Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biological Sciences with Business Minor This is a new programme jointly offered by the School of Biological Sciences and the Nanyang Business School. Apart from an independent understanding of core business disciplines, skills, and practices, the added exposure to Business will complement the Biological Sciences students core training by providing alternative paradigms for problem solving, an understanding of the applications of processes within the framework of the business environment, and preparation for a management position within the industry. Double Degree in Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biomedical Sciences & Bachelor of Medicine (Chinese Medicine) This unique five-year double degree programme is an amalgamation of the western approach to Biomedical Sciences with Traditional Chinese Medicine. The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Biomedical Sciences is conferred by NTU and the Bachelor of Medicine (Chinese Medicine) is conferred by the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine (BUCM). The first three years of the double degree are taught at NTU, the final two years are taught at the BUCM in the Peoples Republic of China. This is a bilingual course with English and Mandarin as the languages of instruction.

Unique Features
Outstanding Faculty Members Students are taught by eminently qualified faculty from over 20 nations, whose transnational perspectives, teaching methods and contact networks will prove invaluable. Within its ranks of teaching staff, the School of Biological Sciences boasts renowned Nanyang Professors, Assistant Professors and National Research Foundation Fellows, all of whom are professionals dedicated to the training and turning out of first-class scientists. Direct Honours Programmes The School of Biological Sciences offers direct Honours programmes. This system gives all students, regardless of academic standing, exposure to advanced coursework and project work, and the opportunity to graduate with an honours classification. Accelerated Bachelor of Science (Honours) Programme Academically outstanding undergraduate students will be invited to join the accelerated programme. Within the accelerated programme students can complete the Bachelor of Science (Honours) programme in 3.5 years instead of 4 years.

Career Prospects
In addition to careers in the biomedical industries, health care services and biomedical research, our graduates are also well qualified for other career options, including medical support and management, education service, finance and marketing.

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School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences

The School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences (SPMS) recognises that the most exciting and challenging scientific problems of the 21st century demand a shift from the traditional modes of specialisation to merged, holistic disciplines, and as such aims to produce a new generation of graduates who are able to bridge the gaps at the interface of the various branches of science.

Programmes Offered
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Chemistry & Biological Chemistry As a budding chemist, students will undergo rigorous training based on the American Chemical Society Curriculum. In addition to the core contents covered in our Bachelor of Science (Honours) programme, they may also opt for concentration in areas of Green Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, and Food Science and Technology. Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Mathematical Sciences Following 18 months of common foundational courses, the student will choose a specialisation of his choice. The student may opt for the Statistics stream, in which he will be trained in a variety of statistical methods, with an emphasis on the tools used by working statisticians; the Applied Mathematics stream, to be trained as an adept in the use of computation in real-world applications; or the Pure Mathematics stream, whose emphasis is a deep and broad understanding of the theoretical and logical structures underlying mathematics. The overall emphases of this degree are breadth, flexibility and relevance. Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Mathematics & Economics Undergraduates pursuing this degree will develop the skills most sought after by the financial services industry in reading both Mathematics and Economics. After the foundational courses, the Mathematical aspect will emphasise numerical, computational and statistical methods. This will complement the Economics side, whose courses are based on quantitative techniques, and the descriptive, qualitative methods of situation assessment. Students may opt for study emphasis in fields such as Nanoscience, Biophysics and Optical Technology. Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Mathematical Sciences with Minor in Finance The use of mathematical methods has now become pervasive in all areas of finance and economics, creating new opportunities and giving a new edge to the mathematics student. The minor in finance has been designed to respond to this trend, and is offered by the Nanyang Business School exclusively to selected SPMS students who will be taking courses in banking and finance in addition to their mathematics curriculum. Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Physics The Physics degree is designed to equip students with solid analytical and computational skills, whilst providing strong experimental training. Students may also opt for a concentration in Nanotechnology. Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Applied Physics The Applied Physics degree emphasises the physical principles that are critical in driving frontier technology and applied research. Students may opt for concentrations in Nanotechnology, Semiconductor Technology, Optical Technology and Biophysics. Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Physics with Mathematical Sciences Major Outstanding students interested in the deeper theoretical aspects of physics can apply for admission to the degree programme where they will complete a first major in Physics, along with a second major in Mathematical Sciences. Through this enhanced degree programme, students can complement their physics degree with a strong mathematical foundation in preparation for graduate studies in theoretical and computational physics.

Unique Features
SPMS offers the only 3- to 4-year direct Honours programme in Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and Physical Sciences in Singapore.

Career Prospects
Our graduates can look forward to a wide range of exciting career options in the private and public sectors globally. These include the pharmaceutical and chemical industries, the research and development of defence technologies, I.T. and telecommunications, as well as medicine and genomic biology.

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Nanyang

Business School

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At Nanyang Business School (NBS), you will find a whole new world opening up to you. You will acquire more than a globally relevant business education that is first-rate. This is where you will emerge well-equipped with real-world knowledge as well as critical soft skills including problem-solving, communication, cultural intelligence, negotiation and leadership. Here, you will build relationships and networks, develop new interests and widen perspectives. With our innovative, stimulating and highly realistic learning environment, Nanyang Business School is where you will be able to apply your knowledge to a wide range of real-world situations and to make significant contributions to industry. We have a curriculum that is rigorous but well-balanced with depth and various platforms to synergise classroom knowledge, practical training and service learning. This is backed by well-renowned faculty, strong alliances with the worlds leading institutions, extensive corporate networks, and commitment to both rigour and relevance. This is where you will emerge ready to achieve your own measure of success in the real world. NBS is one of Asias top business schools and is the first in Singapore and third in Asia to be awarded accreditation by both the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS). Accreditation by AACSB and EQUIS represent the highest standards of achievement for business schools worldwide. Only business schools that are able to continuously pass a strict set of standards that are designed to ensure quality will be accredited. Our MBA programme is ranked highly in Singapore and NBS is among the top 35 business schools worldwide according to the 2011 Financial Times Top 100 Global MBA Rankings. NBS alumni networks span across 40 countries with many alumni holding leadership positions. These extensive networks offer a rich resource for professional internships and graduate recruitment.

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Nanyang Business School

Programmes Offered
Bachelor of Accountancy Regarded as the regions most established programme, the three-year direct honours Accountancy degree is recognised as a professional accounting qualification in Singapore by the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Singapore and the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority. It is also one of the only 9 outside of the United States to be awarded the AACSB accreditation in Accounting. In addition, it is accredited by these institutes for entry into their respective programmes: Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia, CPA Australia, Association of Chartered Certified Accountants and Chartered Institute of Management Accountants. In partnership with the top U.S. accounting programme at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign for the last ten years, NBS has integrated their breakthrough Project Discovery to radically transform the way accounting is taught. Active learning methods based on real-world cases and projects are emphasised to develop critical thinking and communication skills. With rich and continuously updated course content, we have a long heritage of developing strategic thinkers and business leaders. Bachelor of Business This rigorous and broad-based three-year direct honours programme is among the top business programmes in Asia. With its pragmatic, real-world focus, you will gain global perspectives, critical and analytical skills. The team-based projects, presentations, simulations, and integrative case studies ensure you will be ready to meet the demands of the business world. This programme offers six cutting-edge and industryrelevant specialisations, giving students an advantage in career choices and valued substantive expertise, matched with their aptitude and interests: Actuarial Science: recognised by the U.K. Institute of Actuaries (IOA), the programme allows our Actuarial Science students up to eight exemptions from the level one examinations offered by IOA Banking & Finance: this is recognised as a CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) programme partner, giving our Banking & Finance students a head-start in their preparation for the CFA qualification Human Resource Consulting: the only HRC major unique to the Asia-Pacific region in training HR professionals for strategic roles in human capital development for competitive advantage Information Technology: provides a SAP Business Process Partner certification; combines and synergises IT competency with business domain knowledge to meet todays business needs Marketing: the curriculum boasts a strong global perspective and real-world orientation

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Tourism & Hospitality Management: launched with the support of the Singapore Tourism Board; designed to meet the challenges of a growing and highly dynamic tourism & hospitality industry

Double Degree in Accountancy & Business Leveraging on the synergies and strengths of our renowned Accountancy and Business programmes, this 3.5 to 4-year double degree programme with direct honours effectively equips graduates with multiple skill sets and knowledge to succeed in the complex and challenging world of business. Other programme features of this double degree include an 8-10 week professional attachment to industry, and a flexible curriculum comprising university minors, wide ranging electives, and international exchange opportunities. It has consistently attracted the best students since its inception. Double Degree in Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Science) & Bachelor of Business (Information Technology) This fusion of 2 different programmes Business and Computer Science allows students to broaden their scope and leverage on a kaleidoscope of career opportunities. Jointly offered with NTUs School of Computer Engineering (SCE), graduates of this 4-year double degree programme will graduate with the degrees of Bachelor of Business (Information Technology) and Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Science). Its comprehensive and well-rounded curriculum hones students business management skills and also equips them to excel at software application and development. Double Degree in Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Engineering) & Bachelor of Business (Information Technology) Master 2 disciplines business and computer engineering in this double degree programme jointly offered by NBS and SCE. It is a hybrid curriculum that has been specially prepared to seamlessly integrate both business and computer engineering elements. This double degree programme in Business and Computer Engineering addresses the industrys increasing need for technical professionals with management skills and perspectives. At the end of four years, you will earn two degrees Bachelor of Business (Information Technology) and Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Engineering).

Career Prospects

NBS graduates are highly sought after by employers for their acute problem-solving skills, their ability to apply real-world knowledge, as well as to think analytically and strategically. They are also valued for their adaptability, leadership qualities and effective teamwork skills. Held in high regard by many employers, our graduates have found success in major local and international organisations such as Barclays Capital, BOA Merrill Lynch, BNP Paribas, Credit Suisse, Citibank, CapitaLand, Deutsche Bank, Deloitte, Economic Development Board (EDB), GlaxoSmithKline, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, Shell, Mckinsey, Monetary Authority of Singapore, Microsoft, Singapore Stock Exchange, PriceWaterhouseCoopers, Takeda Pharmaceutical and UBS AG, amongst others.

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At the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences, you have the opportunity to work both within and beyond your primary specialisation, and at the exciting fringes where the borders between disciplines meet. The College, home to some 5,000 undergraduate and graduate students, aims above all else to provide an education of the highest quality, with a fine balance between breadth and depth. The College places a strong emphasis on analytic and communicative competence, and is committed to promoting internationalisation and cross-cultural understanding. It is central to the Colleges mission to nurture future leaders and to instill in the students a keen sense of responsibility as global citizens. The College offers a wide choice of major disciplines across three distinct schools: the School of Art, Design and Media, Singapores first professional art school to offer degree programmes in art, design and interactive digital media; the Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information, Asias top school in mass communication; and the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, directed towards the study of human progress, the human condition, and in all, a profound understanding of humanity. Students will find in the College a diverse community, committed to the life and spirit of intellectual enquiry.

College of

Humanities, Arts, & Social Sciences

www.cohass.ntu.edu.sg

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www.adm.ntu.edu.sg

School of Art, Design and Media

Aptitude and inspiration are often not enough to ensure artistic excellence. What is required are the tools to draw forth from the deepest wells that students bring with them, that drive that defines them as artists. The School of Art, Design and Media (ADM) provides just such a learning environment which is a treasury of resources through which students may furnish their ideas with actuality. Through the theories of fine and applied art, from drawing and painting to three dimensional design, animation, and digital interactivity, students will gain insight through the exploration of expression and communication. Particular focus is given to the creation of content, objects, products, basis in time and the interactive experience across mediums. Students begin work in a directed approach to subject matter that culminates in an artistic vision that is uniquely individual. Within a culture where artists influence and find echoes in each other, they will find within the school a strongly supportive and collaborative spirit. Housed in the new grass-roofed Art, Design & Media building, the school boasts exceptional hands-on studios, digital creation laboratories, media studios and wide open spaces, rivalling the best the industry has to offer without the commercial pressure, to the end that each student discovers and develops his/her own personal genius. Graduates may prepare to undertake professional posts in design and media, image-making, photography, animation, experience design, and filmmaking, or further their studies in design, cultural theory, arts and media at Masters and Doctoral levels. ADMs international faculty is a collective of talented and accomplished artist scholars and practitioners, selected for their passion, accomplishment and experience in their respective fields.

Programmes Offered Bachelor of Fine Arts in Digital Animation The BFA in Digital Animation is an advanced programme that focuses on animation. Designed to provide students with the fundamentals of the art and craft of animation as well as emergent trends and techniques in the field, the curriculum allows a choice of concentrations according to the students aptitude and interest. These include hand-drawn, digital, and stop-motion animations. The programme is structured to give students the conceptual tools and knowledge as well as a deep sense of time and spatial composition that will make them stand-out as world class animators.
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Digital Filmmaking The BFA in Digital Filmmaking offers a comprehensive education in the theory and practice of narrative film production. The curriculum provides students with a foundation in film history, existing cinematic and production techniques and the awareness of the mediums constantly evolving relationship with new technologies. Being by necessity a communal effort, students will develop an appreciation of their work as truly cultural artefacts. Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photography and Digital Imaging Photographers explore the first horizons and the fixed perspectives of the standing image. To provide a basis for their own practice, students will study traditional, experimental, and technologically dependent genres of imaging. They will acquire mastery of established darkroom techniques to cutting-edge digital manipulation. Portfolio work and studio practice develop proficiency in conjunction with course work in history and critical theory, giving students both competence and a platform of knowledge from which to base their future work. Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interactive Media Designed to cultivate the conceptual and practical skills expected of a first-rate multidisciplinary creative artist, the programmes focus is threefold: interactive installation and device creation; game design, including

scenography, mechanics, narrative and player progression; and interactive theatre design. In the practical component, students are expected to produce work with video and sound, design and execute virtual and real stage settings for live actors and create computer games from conception to production. Bachelor of Fine Arts in Product Design Beyond problem-solving skills, in-depth analyses of the relations between users, markets and cultural values, students will learn to work in multiple paradigms, to question established methods and procedures, perceptions and thought. Through dynamic laboratory work and familiarisation with the workshop environment, students will understand the bases of functional innovation, and be able to design products of high conceptual and utility value. Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Communication Based on craft, concept and critical thinking, and entrenched in a culture of experimentation, the BFA in Visual Communication creates designers capable of dealing with wide medium and work scopes. Their expertise will address design challenges in visual presentation in areas such as advertising, packaging, identity, and in situ experience. Involving a multidisciplinary understanding of fields such as motion graphics, new media, installation and exhibition, students may expect careers in publishing, editorial and event management.

Unique Features ADM offers interdisciplinary learning and rigorous conceptual development with a wide range of available majors and minors. Students will also be given intensive studio practice and exposure through professional internships and attachments. Under NTUs Overseas Exchange Programme, students can spend up to six months at leading overseas universities. Career Prospects Graduates can look forward to rewarding careers in digital animation, digital filmmaking, photography and digital imaging, interactive media, product design and visual communication.

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School of Humanities and Social Sciences

www.hss.ntu.edu.sg

Whether in the creative industries, in the civil service or in counselling or social work, the School of Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS) prepares its students for their unique challenges. Working under a curriculum that encourages curiosity and resourcefulness, students will learn to question and analyse the world around them, to assess human behaviour, as well as to understand the history leading up to, the reasons for, and the implications behind the peculiarities of the modern world. To foster a creative, vibrant and conducive learning environment for students, our new HSS building comes with state-of-the-art facilities such as communication and psychology laboratories, and a creative drama studio. At the heart of the building is a five-storey high atrium space which acts as a focal point for student activities, and an interaction zone for the exchange of ideas and knowledge. The HSS faculty, drawn from the best universities worldwide, are excellent mentors dedicated to imparting invaluable knowledge to students. They are also award-winning scholars working on research projects that have a significant impact on our society, providing relevant and useful contributions for policy-makers. Apart from offering degrees in 6 core disciplines of Chinese, Economics, English Literature, Linguistics and Multilingual Studies, Psychology and Sociology, HSS also aims to broaden students perspectives across disciplines, by offering a range of unique minor programmes, including Creative Writing, Environmental and Urban Studies, History, Public Administration, and Translation. Students who excel in their studies have a chance of graduating earlier.

Programmes Offered Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Chinese This four-year direct honours programme provides a concrete foundation in both classical and modern Chinese literature, a deeper understanding behind the history of the language, as well as training in preparation for specialised reading in Chinese literature, linguistics and cultural studies. Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Economics A key to understanding the behaviour of the individual and his society begins with an understanding of the economic forces that both shape and compel the individual. Taking the premise that humans think logically but act on different premises, the economist explores the reasons and ramifications behind existing world conditions, such as crime, class loyalty and capitalism. This four-year degree programme allows for three areas of specialised concentration, in Development and Public Policy, Finance and Business, or Quantitative Economics. Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in English Literature This four-year direct honours programme includes study in both canonical and contemporary English Literature, literary theory, and their relation to religion, philosophy and history. Students will be able to choose between multiple specialisations including comparative literature, Singaporean and Asian literature, drama, critical and literary theory, cultural studies, film studies, postmodernism and gender studies. Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Linguistics and Multilingual Studies The interdisciplinary nature of this direct honours degree is directed towards a profound understanding of the sources and functions of language, sign systems and semantics, as well as their relation to other disciplines. A major in this degree programme will create diverse opportunities not only in the many subfields of linguistics, but also in any career in which communication and analytical thinking play a pivotal role. Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology This broad-based course in the scientific study of human behaviour provides students with an adequate grounding in the basics of psychology, complemented by study in a variety of subjects including business, cultural studies, economics, linguistics, sociology, life sciences and medicine. By electing to pursue the major

programme, students will also engage in psychologyrelated research. Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Sociology Through this rigorous direct honours programme, students will learn to analyse the social conditions that confine and determine human existence and relations. In cultivating an awareness of the social implications of personal choice, organisational decisions and public policy, the sociology student develops the ability to think through complex issues and to move beyond conventional wisdom, an ability of incalculable value in human resource management under globalisation as well as other deployments. Double Degree in Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) & Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Economics This double degree programme has been jointly offered by the College of Engineering and the School of Humanities and Social Sciences from academic year 2008/09 onwards. This five-year programme aims to equip graduates with a dual competency in Engineering and Economics. Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Mathematics & Economics In the pursuit of financially rewarding and challenging careers, many graduates become part of, and excel in, the thriving and robust finance industry in Singapore. The School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences and HSS offer a Joint Honours programme in Mathematics and Economics which prepares and equips students for exciting and challenging careers in the financial sector. Unique Features HSS offers the optional HSS Professional Attachment Programme, which exposes students to the working world through internships and professional attachments, leaving them in a better position to compete in the job market after graduation. Students will also have the opportunities to connect with people from diverse cultures, and develop the capability to respond to todays global economy through the various NTUs overseas exchange programmes. Career Prospects HSS opens the doors to a wide variety of careers in banking, the civil service, education, social work, journalism, advertising, publishing, human resources, management, public administration, arts administration and other creative industries.

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www.wkwsci.ntu.edu.sg

Wee Kim Wee

School of Communication and Information

The Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information (WKWSCI) is one of Asias best in communication education and research. Students of WKWSCI prepare themselves for placement and benchmark contribution to both the local and global media scenes. The Schools established ties with the local industry and strong international links with elite communication and information partners ensure a curriculum that has both high yield and relevance. Undergraduates have the choice between five Divisions offering a selection of communication courses that include Journalism and Publishing, Broadcast & Cinema Studies, Public and Promotional Communication, Communication Research, and Information Studies.

Programmes Offered
Bachelor of Communication Studies (Honours) The four-year curriculum is an invigorating first step into the exciting and dynamic world of media communication. As part of the course of study, students will enjoy opportunities for exchange study trips to renowned universities in the United States, Europe, Australia and Asia. Students may also take up a professional internship with major local and overseas media players, further strengthening their networks with important industry contacts. There are six different concentrations available: Broadcast and Cinema Studies Advertising Public Relations Journalism Communication Policy and Research Interdisciplinary

Unique Features
A career in media is an exciting and rewarding prospect. At WKWSCI, students will be groomed for their future career paths by seasoned professionals who will lend both their experience and accumulated knowledge to the learning process. Students will be immersed in various communication media, from journalism to public relations, TV production to information technology, giving them both a complete picture and allowing them to make an informed decision regarding their subsequent specialisation. Theoretical knowledge is not the whole sum of a media students workload, nor indeed his capabilities. As an aid to the understanding of the many production processes involved in different media, the School provides modern, state-of-the-art facilities to give a practical dimension to learning, including TV and Radio Production studios, focus group rooms, to name a few.

Career Prospects
A degree with WKWSCI will open avenues of opportunity with the media giants in Singapore and abroad in the following industries: Journalism, Broadcast and Cinema Studies, Advertising, Publishing, Human Resources, Management, Public Administration, Arts Administration and Creative Industries.

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www.nie.edu.sg

National Institute of Education

For the past 60 years, the National Institute of Education (NIE) has constituted an integral part of Singapores education system, providing both initial teacher preparation and continual upgrading throughout the careers of its teachers and school leaders. Its emphasis on educational research has provided an evolving educational landscape that has allowed both teachers and students to adapt to the changes in the educational environment. The vision of its Teacher Education Office is to develop professional educators who show and impart the qualities of leadership even as they undertake their role of service to their students. NIEs programmes comprise a sterling educational foundation, pedagogies for effective teaching and specialised subject knowledge in at least one academic discipline. The programme offers two teaching tracks, either primary or secondary school teaching. To cater to the diversity of applicants educational backgrounds, there are multiple pathways of professional advancement. Apart from the Bachelor of Arts/ Science (Education) programmes, NIE also offers the Postgraduate Diploma in Education for university graduates and the Diploma in Education for those with pre-university qualifications.

Programmes Offered
Bachelor of Arts (Education)/Bachelor of Science (Education) The four-year Bachelor of Arts (Education) and Bachelor of Science (Education) programmes are designed to provide students with a knowledge base and key skill sets indispensible to their future roles as educators. The curriculum comprises an integration of school-relevant academic content and effective pedagogical skills, as well as a good understanding of the professional values of a teacher. Diploma in Education The Diploma in Education (Dip Ed) offered by NIE is an alternate pathway to a meaningful career in teaching. Completion of this two-year programme also allows the pursuit of further academic or professional qualifications in the course of ones teaching career. Opportunities to spend up to a semester in an overseas university In addition to NTUs International Student Exchange Programmes, which are also open to NIE students, NIEs collaborative efforts with partner teacher education institutes, presents its students with further opportunities for exchanges and study tours. Teaching practice The mandatory teaching practice or Practicum that takes place within schools helps aspiring teachers to connect theory to practice. This allows student teachers to ease into the realities, roles and responsibilities of being a teacher.

Career Prospects
Graduates of NIEs degree programmes are fully qualified education professionals. Teachers play a key role in the education system to mould future generations. On an individual level, MOE provides many opportunities for personal and career growth. Graduates are expected to be in high demand within the Singapore education system and elsewhere.

Unique Features
More than just an educator NIEs programmes focus on values and character development with an aim to develop the leadership, communication and soft skills of its teachers. One such programme component is the Group Endeavours in Service Learning (GESL) project that provides the opportunity to reach out to and benefit a community of choice.

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Sport Science and Management

Singapores favourable position as a host country for regional sporting events, bolstered by its excellent infrastructure and security, grows ever more needful of sport-related professionals, trained specialists in vocations catering to the needs of athletes and the industry. The four-year direct honours programme offers relevant knowledge in areas such as physiology, biomechanics, skill acquisition and psychology, and compounds these with softer skills such as sport management and coaching, to equip its students for engagement in every arena within the sports industry.

Unique Features
Specifically conceptualised to train qualified sport professionals, the SSM curriculum provides undergraduates with relevant coursework, research resources, and access to industry experience through the academic project and the internship programme in the course of their studies. Outstanding undergraduates will be presented the opportunity to spend up to six months at overseas universities as part of an exchange experience. Expedition stints organised in collaboration with industry partners also give our undergraduates the opportunity for personal growth, team building, and development of their leadership potential. With state-of-the-art sport science laboratories and teaching facilities at the disposal of well-qualified academic staff, SSM provides a holistic learning experience that prepares students for exciting careers in the sport industry.

Career Prospects
Our students can look forward to career paths ranging from sports administrators, event managers, writers and marketers, to sport scientists, trainers and coaches, all of which are in increasing demand because of the burgeoning sports and leisure industry, as well as Singapores increasing importance in the capacity of sports hostmanship in the region.

Renaissance Engineering Programme

www.ntu.edu.sg/REP

Making a New Wave of Engineering Leaders of a Better Age

The Renaissance Engineering Programme (REP) is an integrated programme, a major inter-college collaborative effort of national prominence, realised by partnership with global universities and top-ranking institutions. This is a co-terminal programme to award Bachelor of Engineering Science (with a Specialisation in a specific engineering discipline) and Master of Science (Technological Management) in 4.5 years. This elite programme aims to attract the brightest students to do engineering at NTU. The curriculum is composed of 4 components: Common Core, Interdisciplinary Studies, Integrative experience, and Specialisation. It is the only programme in Singapore that adopts a systematic approach towards developing leadership and delivering a holistic education.

Unique Features
A pedagogy that fuses engineering with interdisciplinary studies. Specialisation in one of the 8 areas of engineering disciplines (Chemical; Civil & Environmental; Biomedical; Computer; Electrical & Electronics; Materials; Mechanical; and Aerospace). 1-Year Overseas experience in partnering university. Residential education where residential living translates into residential learning. Lifelong mentorship by university alumni, faculty and industry leaders.

Career Prospects
Engineers who can take a systems approach in the chosen area of specialisation. Engineering leaders who are able to deliver integrated solutions and lead interdisciplinary teams effectively and efficiently, in the face of rapid technological innovation and complex economic change. REP graduates will have the potential to develop into next-generation Industry Leaders (including Chief Executive Officers/Chief Technology Officers) who will be on the forefront, enabled and well-positioned for the Grand Challenges of Engineering of the 21st Century.

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Global Programmes
Global Programmes is the highlight of NTUs initiatives for our undergraduates to open up to a wealth of inter-cultural, classroom and career experiences through a systematic and exciting process. Led by our mission of Educating Leaders and Advancing Knowledge for Singapore and beyond, we have formed various partnerships with distinguished foreign universities and organisations both locally and internationally to give students a dynamic experience in global education. Out-going exchange opportunities: Global Immersion Programme International Student Exchange Programme Global Summer Studies Global Discovery Programme Overseas Attachment Programme

Global Immersion Programme (GIP)

NTUs flagship GIP gives specially selected students the opportunity to travel abroad for work and/or study or research immersions in China, India, Indonesia, Europe (Denmark, France, Germany and Switzerland), United States or Vietnam to gain a thorough global experience. The programme gives students a deeper understanding of the unique culture, way of life, entrepreneurial spirit, and energy of some of the worlds most exciting and dynamic economics. The balance between rigorous academic grounding and global perspectives is paramount in helping students to develop an edge in their career, build a global network and achieve significant personal development.

Global Discovery Programme (GDP)

GDP is a partially funded four week study and visit programme that aims to give the participants a broad understanding of emerging economies such as Vietnam and India. Rather than simply presenting and discussing business related issues within the confines of a classroom the program encourages them to make their own evaluation through field trips and networking sessions with local representatives of business houses, management boards and investment firms. Students will also have the opportunity to engage both faculty members and local students in discussions on the several aspects of doing business in these markets. By the end of the programme they will have gained a sweeping review of the historical evolution of the country/region, its governance system and the economic transformation that is now taking place there, not to mention the excursions and visits to the many fascinating places of interest. Academic Units will awarded to each participant upon his/ her successful completion of the programme.

International Student Exchange Programme (INSTEP)

Students under the INSTEP programme will have the opportunity to spend a semester or two living and studying abroad. This experience allows students to broaden their horizons by giving them a taste of an international student life while pursuing their NTU degree. Students will return not only with new knowledge, but with an increased cultural understanding and a broader perspective. The programme provides opportunities from some 150 partner universities spanning across more than 30 countries. A world of adventure awaits.

Overseas Attachment Programme

Global Summer Studies (GSS)

With GSS, you will have the opportunity to spend your summer break at prestigious universities in Asia, Europe and Americas. GSS lets you make full use of your university vacation while adding value to your academic studies. Some of the benefits are: Earning as many as 8 academic units. An immersive experience of the academic culture and heritage of the university and country. An opportunity to gain global exposure and network with peers and professors at other prestigious universities. No limits on vacancies at universities under GSS Americas First Year and Final Year students may also apply.

The Overseas Attachment Programme is a unique learning experience for students to experience life outside Singapore. Based on a strong partnership between NTU and the industry, the programme allows students to widen their perspective of the working world, enhance their employability and career mobility worldwide upon graduation. With attachments available in Australia, China, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Nepal, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, The Netherlands, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom and United States, participation in this programme will empower the students with the capabilities to compete locally and internationally.

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Scholarships
In recognition of academic excellence and leadership potential, NTU offers a wide variety of scholarships to students based on academic merit, leadership qualities, unique talents and outstanding Co-Curricular Activities records. For more information, please visit http://admissions.ntu.edu.sg/UndergraduateAdmissions/Pages/Scholarships.aspx
SCHOLARSHIPS Nanyang Scholarship ELIGIBILITY All nationalities All full-time undergraduate programmes leading to a first degree* BENEFITS Subsidised tuition fees (after Tuition Grant) will be fully covered Living allowance of S$6,000 per academic year Book allowance of S$500 per academic year Accommodation allowance of up to S$2,000 per academic year** Computer allowance of S$1,500 (one-off) Settling-in allowance of S$250 (one-off) Unique leadership training programme Priority for Global Immersion Programme No bond# Subsidised tuition fees (after Tuition Grant) will be fully covered Living allowance of S$3,600 per academic year No bond# Subsidised tuition fees (after Tuition Grant) will be fully covered Living allowance of S$5,800 per academic year No bond#

College Scholarship ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship

All nationalities All full-time undergraduate programmes leading to a first degree* Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents from the ASEAN countries except Singapore All full-time undergraduate programmes leading to a first degree* Citizens of Indonesia or Singapore Permanent Residents of original Indonesian nationality All full-time Science or Engineering undergraduate degree programmes except Biomedical Sciences & Chinese Medicine

SembCorp Undergraduate Scholarship

Subsidised tuition fees (after Tuition Grant) and all compulsory miscellaneous fees will be fully covered Living allowance of S$6,000 per academic year Annual accommodation allowance pegged at the lowest double room rate for on-campus accommodation Settling-in allowance of S$200 (one-off) One-way air passage from home country to Singapore at the commencement of the programme and a return air passage upon completion of the programme Six-year bond^ Subsidised tuition fees (after Tuition Grant) and all compulsory miscellaneous fees will be fully covered Living allowance of S$6,000 per academic year Annual accommodation allowance pegged at the lowest double room rate for on-campus accommodation Settling-in allowance of S$200 (one-off) One-way air passage from home country to Singapore at the commencement of the programme and a return air passage upon completion of the programme Six-year bond^ Subsidised tuition fees (after Tuition Grant) will be fully covered Living allowance of S$5,800 per academic year For PRC scholars (in addition to the above): Annual accommodation allowance pegged at the lowest double room rate for on-campus accommodation One-way air passage from home country to Singapore at the commencement of the programme and a return air passage upon completion of the programme No bond#

SIA-NOL Undergraduate Scholarship

Citizens of India or Singapore Permanent Residents of original Indian nationality All full-time Science or Engineering undergraduate degree programmes except Biomedical Sciences & Chinese Medicine

The Khoo Teck Puat Scholarship

Citizens of Singapore and Peoples Republic of China (PRC) or Singapore Permanent Residents of original PRC nationality All full-time undergraduate programmes leading to a first degree*

* ** # ^

For Biomedical Sciences & Chinese Medicine Programme, the scholarship will cover only the first three years of study in NTU. Applicable for scholars who reside in NTU hostels only. No bond is attached to the Scholarship apart from the three-year bond applicable to all Singapore Permanent Residents and international students under the MOE Tuition Grant Scheme. Scholars are required to serve a six-year bond with the sponsoring company or its subsidiaries, or if not so required to serve, work in a Singapore-registered company.

CN Yang Scholars Programme

The CN Yang Scholars Programme, named after 1957 Physics Nobel laureate Professor Chen-Ning Yang (CN Yang), is specially designed with talented science and engineering students in mind. It aims to give you a strong foundation in science and mathematics while fuelling your interest in specialised fields of science, mathematics and engineering. Shortlisted students will be awarded a full scholarship that covers tuition fees and living expenses. For more information, please visit http://www.ntu.edu.sg/cnyang-scholars

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APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION (ACADEMIC YEAR 2012/2013)

International students must have completed at least 12 years of general education up to GCE Advanced Level or acceptable equivalent qualifications to be considered for admission. The more common international qualifications that we consider for admission and the application period for the respective international qualifications are given below. Applicants with other equivalent qualifications from countries that are not listed here may also apply.
INTERNATIONAL QUALIFICATION Malaysia Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) PRC National College Entrance Examination (Gao Kao) APPLICATION DETAILS E1119 English certificate is compulsory if you are applying for non-engineering/non-science programmes except Chinese programme. Apply with Senior Middle 1 & 2 results together with IELTS/TOEFL/ SAT1/ Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) if you are taking Gao Kao in 2012. Apply with Gao Kao result together with IELTS/TOEFL/SAT1/ Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) if you have already taken Gao Kao. Apply via Ameson Chinese Elite Identification Scheme (ACEIS). Visit http://aceis.ameson.org/ for further details. Admissions interview will be conducted for selected candidates. SMA Ujian Akhir Nasional (UAN) Australia TEE, NSW HSC, SAM, VCE, Tasmanian HSC Vietnam High School Graduation Certificate Canada HSC-Ontario Diploma, British Columbia High School Certificate Myanmar High School Certificate (HSC) German Abitur Kazakhstan High School Certificate Philippines High School Certificate (HSC) New Zealand NCEA South Korea Scholastic Examination Thailand Mathayom 6 Turkish High School Certificate American High School Diploma India Standard 12 Please apply with Rapor SMA Year 10 and Year 11 results before closing date if you are taking UAN in 2012. Please apply before closing date and submit HSC results and TER/UAI/ENTER score once available if you are in the final year of study. Please apply with Senior High School Year 10 and Year 11 results before closing date if you are taking national examination in 2012. Please apply with final term grades before closing date and submit actual results within 3 days after release if you are in Grade 12. Please apply with final term grades before closing date if you are in the final year of high school. 1 Oct 2011 15 Dec 2011 1 Oct 2011 15 Jan 2012 APPLICATION PERIOD 1 Oct 2011 15 Jan 2012

1 Oct 2011 15 Jan 2012

1 Oct 2011 15 Dec 2011 1 Oct 2011 15 Jan 2012

1 Oct 2011 15 Jan 2012 1 Oct 2011 15 Jan 2012

Please apply with final term grades before closing date if you are in the final year of high school. Admission is based on India Standard 12 results. Actual Standard 12 results need to be submitted within 3 days after release for final decision. If you are taking FB examination in 2012, please apply before closing date and submit predicted results. Actual FB results need to be submitted within 3 days after release for final decision. E1119 English certificate or MUET is compulsory if you are applying for non-engineering/non-science programmes except Chinese programme. Admission is based on at least 3 A level subjects in a single sitting. Please submit predicted A level grades from your high school if actual results are not available at the point of application. Actual A level results need to be submitted within 3 days after release for final decision. Applicants sitting for A level in June 2012 should also apply by 1 April 2012. If you are taking IB examination in 2012, please apply before closing date and submit predicted results. Actual IB results need to be submitted within 3 days after release for final decision. Please apply with final term grades before closing date if you are in the final year of high school.

1 Oct 2011 1 April 2012 1 Oct 2011 1 April 2012

French Baccalaureate (FB)

1 Oct 2011 1 April 2012

Malaysia Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) Mauritius High School Certificate (HSC) A Level (AQA, Brunei, Cambridge, Edexcel, Hong Kong, Maldives, Sri Lanka, London) Certificate

1 Oct 2011 1 April 2012

1 Oct 2011 1 April 2012 1 Oct 2011 1 April 2012

International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB) All other international qualifications not listed

1 Oct 2011 1 Apr 2012

1 Oct 2011 15 Jan 2012

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SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS
In addition to fulfilling the minimum entry requirements, applicants applying for the degree programmes listed below must also satisfy the minimum subject requirements.
MINIMUM SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS PROGRAMME Engineering Aerospace Engineering Civil Engineering Electrical & Electronic Engineering Environmental Engineering Engineering Information Engineering & Media Mechanical Engineering Renaissance Engineering Programme * Business & Computing (Double Degree) Bioengineering Computer Engineering Computer Science Materials Engineering Mathematics at Higher Level and Physics/ Chemistry/Biology at Higher Level and Physics at Standard Level or equivalent + Mathematics and Chemistry at Higher Level and Physics at Standard Level or equivalent + Mathematics at Standard Level and Physics/Chemistry/Biology at Standard Level Mathematics at Standard Level and Physics/Chemistry/Biology at Higher Level Mathematics and Chinese at Standard Level and Physics/Chemistry/Biology at Higher Level Chemistry at Higher Level and Mathematics/Physics at Higher Level Mathematics at Higher Level Mathematics at Higher Level and Physics/Chemistry/Biology/Computer Science at Higher Level and Physics at Standard Level or equivalent + Mathematics and Physics/Chemistry/ Biology at Senior High School Level and Physics at Junior High School Level + INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) OTHER INTERNATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Mathematics and Physics/Chemistry/ Biology/Computer Science at Senior High School Level and Physics at Junior High School Level + Mathematics and Physics/Chemistry/ Biology at Senior High School Level and Physics at Junior High School Level + Mathematics and Chemistry at Senior High School Level and Physics at Junior High School Level + Additional Mathematics and Physics/ Chemistry/Biology/Science at Junior High School Level Mathematics at Junior High School Level and Physics/Chemistry/Biology at Senior High School Level Mathematics and Chinese at Junior High School Level and Physics/Chemistry/ Biology at Senior High School Level Chemistry and Mathematics/Physics at Senior High School Level Mathematics at Senior High School level

Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering Maritime Studies # Maritime Studies with Business Major # Science Biological Sciences*

Biomedical Sciences & Chinese Medicine (Double Degree)* Chemistry & Biological Chemistry Mathematical Sciences ^ Mathematics & Economics (Combined Degree) Physics / Applied Physics Physics with Mathematical Sciences Major Business Accountancy* Business* Accountancy & Business (Double Degree)*

Physics and Mathematics at Higher Level

Physics and Mathematics at Senior High School Level

Mathematics at Standard Level

Additional Mathematics at Junior High School Level

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SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS PROGRAMME Humanities, Arts, & Social Sciences Art, Design & Media Mathematics at Standard Level Mathematics at Junior High School Level In addition, candidates are required to submit the following materials for admission assessment. 1) A Portfolio 2) A Personal Statement 3) A Creative Writing/Film 4) Three Drawings For specific submission instructions and details, please visit www.adm.ntu.edu.sg/ProspectiveADM/UndergraduateProgrammes/ ApplicationProcedures/Pages/ADMAdmissionRequirements.aspx Communication Studies* English Literature* Linguistics & Multilingual Studies* Sociology* A good pass in English A good pass in General Paper/ English at Senior High School Level INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE (IB) OTHER INTERNATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Chinese* Economics* Psychology* Education Arts (Education)* Science (Education)* These degree programmes offer many courses which may require further subject prerequisites. Please refer to the NIE website for details. Sport Science Sport Science & Management #*

A good pass in Chinese at Standard Level A good pass in Mathematics at Standard Level and a good pass in English

A good pass in Chinese at Junior High School Level Additional Mathematics at Junior High School Level and General Paper/English at Senior High School Level Pass in English and Mathematics at Senior High School Level. Pass in at least 5 subjects including English as a First Language taken at Junior High School Level. Preferably a good score for IELTS or TOEFL

Mathematics and English A1 at Standard Level. Pass in at least 5 subjects including English as a First Language at O Level/ Junior High School Level, where applicable

Mathematics at Standard Level

Additional Mathematics at Junior High School Level

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Pass in Physics at Standard Level or Junior High School Level is only applicable to applicants who have not read Physics at Higher Level or Senior High School Level respectively. The programme is also offered as a double degree programme with Economics. The programme is also offered as a single degree programme with Business Minor. The programme is also offered as a single degree programme with Minor in Finance. Programmes leading to Bachelor of Science degree. Programmes that require additional assessment such as interviews and/or selection tests. Programme leading to Bachelor of Engineering Science & Master of Science in Technology Management

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APPLYING TO NTU
Application Procedure
Applications have to be submitted online at http://admissions.ntu.edu.sg/UndergraduateIntnlAdmissions/Pages/InternationalOthers.aspx A non-refundable and non-transferrable application fee of S$30 or US$30 (inclusive of S$10 or US$10 handling charge) is applicable for payment by a bank draft payable to Nanyang Technological University. Please write your application number and name on the back of the bank draft. If you choose to pay online by credit card, you will enjoy a discounted application fee of only S$20. Please print checklist and send the following supporting documents together with the bank draft (where applicable) to the Office of Admissions and Financial Aid not more than one week after the application closing date. Copy of birth certificate or passport Junior High School national examination results* (eg. Malaysia SPM, India Standard 10) Senior High School internal examination results* (eg. Indonesia Rapor SMA Year 10 and Year 11, Vietnam Year 10 and Year 11) if you have not taken your senior high school national examination Senior High School national examination results*, if applicable (e.g. Indonesia UAN, Vietnam HSC) Actual IB/A Level (AQA, Brunei, Cambridge, Edexcel, Hong Kong, Maldives, Sri Lanka, London)/India Standard 12 examination results*, when available (required) University entrance examination results*, if any University academic transcripts* (if applicable) * certified by school principal or teacher or any gazetted officer

Entrance Examination
International students with Malaysia STPM, Malaysia UEC, A Level (AQA, Brunei, Cambridge, Edexcel, Hong Kong, London, Maldives, Sri Lanka), India Standard 12, Mauritius HSC, PRC Gao Kao, American High School Diploma, German Abitur, French Baccalaureate and International Baccalaureate qualifications are not required to take the entrance examination. In addition, applicants who have won gold, silver or bronze medals in International Science Olympiad Competitions will be exempted from taking the entrance examination. Applicants with other qualifications may be required to take an entrance examination before a final decision on admission is made. Details of the examination will be made known to shortlisted applicants.

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FINANCING AN NTU EDUCATION

Tuition Fees
The tuition fees for international students shall remain fixed throughout the duration of the degree programme as shown in the table below for Academic Year (AY) 2011/12 (subject to revision for AY2012/13). For more information, please visit http://admissions.ntu.edu.sg/UndergraduateAdmissions/Pages/FeesTuitionGrant.aspx

Programme of Study
All Programmes
(except for the programmes listed below)

Annual Subsidised Tuition Fee

S$12,340 S$13,660

Annual Non-Subsidised Tuition Fee

S$26,240 S$29,110

Accountancy Business Accountancy & Business (Double Degree) Business & Computing (Double Degree) Business & Computer Engineering (Double Degree) Renaissance Engineering Programme

S$27,520

Not applicable

SPR and international students who are eligible and applied for Tuition Grant are required to sign the MOE Tuition Grant Agreement and will be bonded to work in any Singapore-registered companies based overseas or in Singapore for 3 years upon graduation. All amounts quoted are exclusive of GST. For students paying subsidised fees, GST on the tuition fee is subsidised by MOE. For students paying non-subsidised fees, GST on the tuition fee is to be borne by the student.

Estimated Monthly Living Expenses

Accommodation (on-campus) Meals Transport, Books, Personal Expenses Total S$180 S$220 S$300 S$400 S$100 S$250 S$580 S$870

Financial Aid
At NTU, we have a wide comprehensive range of financial assistance schemes to make it financially possible for you to pursue your education. International students paying subsidised tuition fees can apply for the Tuition Fee Loan and Study Loan. The 2 loans when taken together will allow students to finance the bulk of their tuition fees.

Financial Assistance Schemes (Value per academic year)

Loan Tuition Fee Loan (TFL) Study Loan (SL) Maximum Loan Amount per Annual 90% x S$7,170* = S$6,453 10% x S$7,170* = S$717 + S$3,600 living allowance loan

Repayment of loans Minimum repayment of S$100 per month after graduation. Maximum repayment period of 20 years for TFL & SL. Interest rate is based on the average of our 3 local banks prime lending rate. Interest free during course of study and interest commences after graduation.
* AY2011/12 subsidised tuition fee paid by a Singaporean annually for a similar programme. The above loans are available only to students paying subsidised tuition fees.

For more information, please visit http://admissions.ntu.edu.sg/UndergraduateAdmissions/FinancialAssistance/Pages/default.aspx

Office of Admissions and Financial Aid Nanyang Technological University

Student Services Centre, Level 2 42 Nanyang Avenue, Singapore 639815

FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS Tel: (65) 6790 5806/5807 Fax: (65) 6794 6510 Email: adm_intnl@ntu.edu.sg www.ntu.edu.sg/intnladmissions
Reg. No. 200604393R Information is correct as at September 2011.