M.Sc. in Integrated Sustainable Design (Coursework)
Design and Engineering 
Architecture 
marcuscyh@nus.edu.sg
4 Architecture Drive, SDE1 #03-01, Singapore 117566
Masters
Sustainable
Design
- The Master of Science, Integrated Sustainable Design (MSc ISD), is a one-year, post-professional programme that addresses the global sustainability challenge by tackling both the building and urban scales, and integrating knowledge from the disciplines of architecture, engineering, landscape design, planning, urban design and biological science. The curriculum delves into material, technical, spatial and social systems, linking them directly to the urbanisation of Asian cities. Students come from varied disciplinary and cultural backgrounds; most are from Asian countries, with a few from Australia, Europe, North and Central America.
- After graduation, many MSc ISD alumni return to their core disciplines as sustainability-trained professionals. A degree from NUS enhances their standing and marketability; the MSc ISD experience gives them a newfound capability to frame problems from an Asian perspective. With these, they are well placed to carve out unique positions in the building and planning sectors in the region. Some graduates segue into research, education or specialist consulting. Others have gone on to pursue PhDs.
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Faculty
Design and EngineeringArchitecturemarcuscyh@nus.edu.sg4 Architecture Drive, SDE1 #03-01, Singapore 117566- NUS Architecture is Asia’s premier school of design, architecture, landscape and urbanism. Led by a multidisciplinary and international faculty, we champion design excellence through a vision of ‘Architecture for Asia’. We advance impactful architectural solutions in the heart of Asia, and in the tropical centre of the world. Our design and research respond specifically to the challenges of the equator.
- First established in 1958 as a program in Singapore Polytechnic, the Department of Architecture was then developed as part of the University of Singapore in 1969. Subsequently, it was reorganised as the Department of Architecture of the School of Design and Environment. Today, the Department offers a broad range of courses across various programs that include landscape architecture, urban design, urban planning, and integrated sustainable design.
- The Department celebrated its 50th Anniversary of founding in 2008.
Scholarships
Commitment and Candidature
| Commitment | Average Candidature | Maximum Candidature |
|---|---|---|
| Full Time | 1 Year | 2 Years |
| Part Time | 2 Years | 4 Years |
Target Audience
Bachelor’s degree holders who are interested in sustainability and seeks to gain knowledge from the disciplines of architecture, engineering, landscape design, planning, urban design and biological science.
General Admission Criteria
| Criteria | Minimum Score | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| GPA | A Bachelor’s degree with honours in Architecture, Engineering, Landscape Architecture, Planning/Urban Design, Project and Facility Management, or any built environment-related programmes or qualifications as may be approved by the National University of Singapore. | ||
| English Proficiency Tests | TOEFL Paper-based | 580 / 677 | |
| TOEFL Internet-based | 92 / 120 | ||
| IELTS | 6.5 / 9 | ||
- A detailed curriculum vitae and, if the candidate is from a design background, a project portfolio.
- Letters of reference from at least two persons.
- An essay of no more than 1000 words explaining why sustainability is important to the applicant.
- Applicants whose first language is not English are required to demonstrate their English proficiency by means of TOEFL / IELTS test scores. Applicants may be waived from this requirement if they completed their degree programme taught entirely in English, situated in an English speaking country, for example (non exhaustive list) Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, India, New Zealand, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, United Kingdom, USA.
- Shortlisted candidates may be invited to appear for an interview. Where an applicant is not based in Singapore, the interview will take place via video call.
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Application Periods and Intakes
| Category | Application Window | Application Result Released | |
|---|---|---|---|
Semester 1 Intake (August) | All students of any nationalities | Application Opens: October 1 Application Closes: March 31 | The Application Outcome is released in batches over the application period, however you are likely to receive the outcome from March to May. Your Application Outcome Date will depend on when you submit your application, and when you are interviewed by the Admissions Panel. |
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