- The Ph.D. in Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISE) programme is designed to provide graduate-level education to prepare individuals for a lifelong career addressing critical engineering and managerial decision-making in the manufacturing and service sectors. It equips students with core competency and skills in data analytics, optimization, system engineering, decision-making, and project management and decarbonization analytics. The programme also emphasizes the application of ISE knowledge in solving real-life problems and challenges.
- Doctoral research represents a unique, individual contribution to a discipline, so each student’s work is different. It provides an opportunity for you to chase ideas, seek new knowledge and turn your ideas into reality. 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, culminate in a thesis that will be examined both orally and in writing. Click here for programme structure.
- Graduate students pursuing the Doctor of Philosophy 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.
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Department of Industrial Systems Engineering and Management National University of Singapore 1 Engineering Drive 2, Blk E1A #06-25, Singapore 117576- The ISEM Department has come a long way since its formation in the early 1970s under the sponsorship of the Ford Foundation. Our MSc program (the first in Engineering in Singapore) has been the flagship program of the department for the last 30 years and is still vital and relevant to Singapore’s economy. Our BEng (ISE) graduates are much sought after by industries and the program has been accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Board (EAB).
- Moving in tandem with the national thrust in transforming NUS into a leading research-based university, the research program in the ISEM Department has also received world recognition in the area of Quality and Reliability Engineering with its faculty members represented in editorial boards of many international journals in this field. Research in Logistics has been well-funded and is gaining momentum and international visibility.
- Our vision is to be the department of choice, which, in turn, will put NUS on the world map as the university of choice. While the department will continue to play a role in reinforcing Singapore’s key areas of excellence in ports, aviation, infrastructure, and high-tech industries, we are also conducting research inspired by regional/global needs. Aligned with the vision of producing engineering leaders, we hope that our alumni will make a difference in our community as well as in the international arena.
| Commitment | Average Candidature | Maximum Candidature |
|---|---|---|
| Full Time | 4 Years | 5 Years |
| Part Time | 4 Years | 5 Years |
The programme is ideal for professionals who have increasing responsibilities in management and decision-making. It is also suitable for all engineering and science students who want to advance their careers in data science, logistics, business analytics, etc. Besides that, the programme also enables the graduates to attain the level of proficiency to help businesses and organisations meet their decarbonization goals. It ensures that our graduates remain relevant and in high demand in the emerging green wave.
| Criteria | Minimum Score | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| GPA | Candidates applying for University's Scholarships (NUS Research Scholarships or President Graduate Fellowships) or 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).
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| Category | Application Window | Application Result Released | |
|---|---|---|---|
Semester 1 Intake (August) | For international candidates (with or without application for scholarship)/ applicants residing in Singapore applying for scholarships (Round 1) | Deadline: January 15 2025 | Please check admission status from May onwards |
| For applicants residing in Singapore and applying for scholarships (Round 2) or applying for admission only (without scholarship) | Deadline: April 1 2025 | ||
Semester 2 Intake (January) | For international candidates (with or without application for scholarship)/ applicants residing in Singapore applying for scholarships (Round 1) | Deadline: July 1 2025 | Please check admission status from October onwards |
| For applicants residing in Singapore and applying for scholarships (Round 2) or applying for admission only (without scholarship) | Deadline: September 1 2025 | ||