NUS Master’s Degree Programme in Infectious Disease Emergencies
Led by faculty at the Centre for Infectious Disease Emergency Response (CIDER), Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, and partnered with local and international experts, we will deliver a world class, first of its kind programme to develop outbreak responders for future infectious disease emergencies. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, there is a global demand for improved systems to build resilience to future infectious disease emergencies. Our programme is designed for early to mid-career professionals, at national, subnational, or institutional levels, as well as specialists in various aspects of outbreak response, offering comprehensive skills and knowledge to lead in this evolving field.
Medicine
Dean's Office
cider@nus.edu.sgThe Centre for Infectious Disease Emergency Response (CIDER) aims to expand the university’s key contributions to pandemic preparedness and the response to infectious diseases. Through focused capacity building, CIDER will create and coordinate training, teaching, and operational efforts related to outbreak preparedness. These initiatives will benefit not only Singapore but also the region and, ultimately, the global health community. In the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, there is a growing need for improved governance, stronger systems, and increased financing. This will help countries enhance their resilience against future infectious disease emergencies.
No scholarships provided for the programme
| Commitment | Average Candidature | Maximum Candidature |
|---|---|---|
| Full Time | 1 Year | 2 Years |
| Part Time | 2 Years | 3 Years |
Graduates with bachelor’s degrees in M.B.B.S., or health sciences related discipline. Candidates with other qualifications and relevant industry experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
No specific academic pre-requisites are needed for the programme
Either TOEFL or IELTS is required for students whose main language of undergraduate university instruction is not English. Waivers may be granted to students who are native English speakers or proficient in English but are currently enrolled in a non-English medium university. Contact programme administrator to inquire.
Test scores for the TOEFL and IELTS are valid for 2 years from the test dates. TOEFL and IELTS Academic scores that have expired by the time the application period closes will not be accepted.
For more information about the TOEFL or IELTS, please visit www.toefl.org (for TOEFL) and www.toefl.org (for IELTS).
| Category | Application Window | Application Result Released | |
|---|---|---|---|
Semester 1 Intake (August) | All students of any nationalities | Application Opens: November 1 2025 Application Closes: April 30 2025 | April 30 2025 |