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Master of Engineering (Materials Science and Engineering)
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Material Science
Masters
  1. Materials Science and Engineering is a dynamic, interdisciplinary field of research combining basic sciences with applied engineering. It strives to deepen a fundamental understanding of how structures and processes on atomic, nano-, and micro-scales lead to familiar engineering properties and functions.
  2. The interest in physical and chemical phenomena over large magnitudes of space and time scales differs from physics or chemistry where the emphasis is on explaining the properties of pure substances. We are able to develop novel methods to design materials by varying the compositions, the structures, and through the processing of bulk and surface phase materials during fabrication. This distinguishes Materials Science and Engineering from other branches of engineering where the emphasis is more on applications.
  3. Graduate students pursuing the Master’s by Research programmes have the opportunity to work closely with faculty members on a wide variety of exciting research projects. Excellent opportunities are available for students to be immersed in a vibrant research-intensive environment. The Master’s by Research is particularly appropriate for you if you wish to develop your research abilities without committing yourself to the larger scale doctoral degree. The Master’s by Research programmes will appeal to those who wish to formalise work related projects, or who wish to gain formal research experience appropriate to particular work situations. Click here for programme structure.
Faculty
faculty-iconDesign and Engineering
department-iconMaterials Science and Engineering
 email-iconhe_peiwen@nus.edu.sglocation-iconCollege of Design and Engineering National University of Singapore Blk EA, #03-09 9 Engineering Drive 1 Singapore 117575
  1. Materials Science at National University of Singapore is amongst the top in the world according to the QS World University Rankings by subject in 2018
  2. Materials Science and Engineering is a discipline that enables the creation and application of materials in society. New materials have always been among the greatest achievements of humans since the beginning of history. It is always advanced materials that open the door to new technologies and breakthroughs, whether they are in chemical, mechanical, aeronautical, energy, electrical, manufacturing industry, civil or biomedical engineering.
  3. We have been pursuing cutting-edge research in advanced materials and their applications and have been recognized worldwide as a premier Material Science Engineering department centered in Asia.
Scholarships
Hermes-Epitek Innovation Scholarship
Commitment and Candidature
CommitmentAverage CandidatureMaximum Candidature
Full Time2 Years3 Years
Part Time2 Years3 Years
Target Audience

Candidates who are interested in physical and chemical phenomena over large magnitudes of space and time scales and seek to deepen a fundamental understanding of how structures and processes on atomic, nano-, and micro-scales lead to familiar engineering properties and functions.

General Admission Criteria
CriteriaMinimum Score
GPAA Bachelor’s degree with honours (at least 2nd Class Lower) or its equivalent
English Proficiency TestsTOEFL
Internet-based		85 / 120
IELTS6 / 9


  1. A good TOEFL score or equivalent if the medium of instruction is not in English. For further information on the English Language requirement: please click here.

  2. The TOEFL score or IELTS result is only valid for 2 years after the test and should be valid at the beginning of the application period for the designated MSc degree


 


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Application Periods and Intakes
CategoryApplication WindowApplication Result Released

Semester 1 Intake

(August)

For (a) International candidates (with or without application for scholarship); (b) Applicants residing in Singapore applying for scholarships (Round 1)Deadline: March 1 2026Please check admission status from May onwards
For (a) Applicants residing in Singapore and applying for scholarships (Round 2) or (b)applying for admission only (without scholarship)

Semester 2 Intake

(January)

International StudentsDeadline: September 1 2025Please check admission status from End-October onwards
For (a) Applicants residing in Singapore and applying for scholarships (Round 2) or (b)applying for admission only (without scholarship)
How to Apply?
Please visit GradApp to apply online. Click here for the GradApp Applicant Guide.