PhD (Civil and Environmental Engineering)
Design and Engineering 
Civil and Environmental Engineering 
ceecv@nus.edu.sg
Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering The National University of Singapore Block E1A, #07-03 No.1 Engineering Drive 2 Singapore 117576
PhD
Civil Engineering
Environmental Engineering
- The Ph.D. program is designed for professionals who are working in the civil engineering and built environment. Students will acquire advanced and in-depth knowledge to enable an intellectual broadening across the disciplines of civil engineering, keep abreast of innovations and emerging technologies in the civil engineering sector, and integrate knowledge and skills for Industry 4.0 transformation of the built environment.
- Doctoral studies include taking a number of courses that lay the foundations for research. Students also attend and deliver seminars where current research is presented. A Comprehensive Exam, followed by a PhD qualifying examination, ensures that students are making headway. The research work, which forms the largest single component, culminates in a thesis that will be examined both orally and in writing. Click here for programme structure.
- Graduate students pursuing the Doctor of Philosophy and Master’s by Research programmes have the opportunity to work closely with faculty members on a wide variety of exciting research projects.
Faculty
Design and EngineeringCivil and Environmental Engineeringceecv@nus.edu.sgDepartment of Civil & Environmental Engineering The National University of Singapore Block E1A, #07-03 No.1 Engineering Drive 2 Singapore 117576- The NUS Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) has grown tremendously within the Faculty of Engineering since its inception in 1955, and continues to evolve with its unique strength to cater to the needs of all stakeholders including students, alumni, industry partners, and academic collaborators.
- The Department of Civil Engineering (CE) and the Division of Environmental Science and Engineering (ESE) were merged to form the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) in November 2010. This consolidation of educational and research programmes has enhanced the tenure-track faculty count in CEE to more than 50 and augmented NUS’ ability to offer top-quality educational programmes of choice to students and to pursue interdisciplinary research in areas of strategic importance to Singapore and beyond. Since the merger, CEE Department has experienced a spurt of growth with expertise in diverse areas including Environmental, Geotechnical, Materials, Structural, Transportation, and Water Resource Engineering, as well as, in construction and offshore engineering. CEE now finds itself in an advantageous position to facilitate interdisciplinary approaches to tackle new challenges facing the growth of cities due to rapid urbanisation, such as our changing population profile, water resources management, rising energy costs, resource constraints, air pollution, climate change, underground space creation, and sustainability.
Tuition Fees
| Tuition Fees Per Annum | |
|---|---|
| Singapore Citizens 1 | SGD 9,550.00 |
| Singapore Permanent Residents 2 | SGD 14,050.00 |
| International Students | SGD 41,563.00 |
| International Students With Service Obligation / Graduate Assistantship Programme | SGD 21,901.00 |
A non-refundable and non-transferable application fee of SGD 50.00 (inclusive of GST) will accompany every application.
Fees will remain the same for the entire candidature period. GST of 9% is included in the fees above.
1: Singapore Citizens who are not eligible for MOE subsidy will pay the full tuition fee rate of SGD 39,474.00.
2: Singapore Permanent Residents who are not eligible for MOE subsidy will pay the full tuition fee rate of SGD 41,563.00.
Scholarships
Commitment and Candidature
| Commitment | Average Candidature | Maximum Candidature |
|---|---|---|
| Full Time | 4 Years | 5 Years |
| Part Time | 4 Years | 5 Years |
Target Audience
Bachelor’s degree holders or professionals who have a background/are working in the civil engineering and built environment.
General Admission Criteria
| Criteria | Minimum Score | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| GPA | Candidates applying for University's Scholarships (NUS Research Scholarships or President Graduate Fellowships) PhD programmes are expected to have a Bachelor degree with honours at least Second Class Upper. | ||
| English Proficiency Tests | TOEFL Internet-based | 85 / 120 | |
| IELTS | 6 / 9 | ||
GRE is optional. However, evidence of strong quantitative, verbal, and analytical skills through GRE scores, as well as indicators of research skills and experience will significantly strengthen your application.
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.ielts.org (for IELTS).
- The candidate must show the ability to pursue research in the proposed field of advanced study.
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Application Periods and Intakes
| Category | Application Window | Application 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: January 15 2024 | Please 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) | Deadline: March 1 2024 | ||
Semester 2 Intake (January) | For (a) International candidates (with or without application for scholarship); (b) Applicants residing in Singapore applying for scholarships (Round 1) | Deadline: July 1 2024 | Please check admission status from October onwards |
| For (a) Applicants residing in Singapore and applying for scholarships (Round 2) or (b) applying for admission only (without scholarship) | Deadline: September 1 2024 | ||
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