- If you are fascinated by a particular topic and have an insatiable curiosity to push the boundaries of knowledge, embark on an journey of scientific discovery under the expert supervision of our acclaimed academics, and prepare yourself for a career in academia or research in industry.
- 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. Click here for programme structure.
Design and Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
me_pg@nus.edu.sg
Block EA, #07-04 9 Engineering Drive 1 Singapore 117575NUS Mechanical Engineering has been consistently ranked amongst the top ME departments in the world. This reflects the continual effort of our academic, research, technical, and administrative staff in our daily tasks and the quality of our students. Our curriculum undergoes regular revisions to ensure local relevance with a global outlook. We believe in a broad education which instills a sense of lifelong learning, community, and leadership values in students, together with an appreciation of global issues.
| Commitment | Average Candidature | Maximum Candidature |
|---|---|---|
| Full Time | 2.5 Years | 3 Years |
| Part Time | 2.5 Years | 3 Years |
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.
| Criteria | Minimum Score | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| GPA | Bachelor's degree with honours at least Second Class Lower or its equivalent | ||
| English Proficiency Tests | TOEFL Internet-based | 85 / 120 | |
| IELTS | 6 / 9 | ||
- 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.
- 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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| Category | Application Window | Application Result Released | |
|---|---|---|---|
Semester 1 Intake (August) | All students of any nationalities | Refer to CDE website cde.nus.edu.sg | Refer to CDE website cde.nus.edu.sg |
Semester 2 Intake (January) | |||