Program Overview

Overview of Graduate Programs

The National University of Singapore (NUS) offers a range of graduate programs in Civil and Environmental Engineering, including coursework-based and research-based programs.

Coursework-based Programs

• MSc (Civil Engineering)
• MSc (Environmental Engineering)
• CDE Global Fellowship Programme

Research-based Programs

• PhD/M.Eng

Graduate Certificate Programs

• Graduate Certificate in Coastal Protection and Flood Management (GC CPFM)
• Graduate Certificate in Digital Water (GC DW)
• Graduate Certificate in Digitalization and Technology Construction (GC DTC)
• Graduate Certificate in Geotechnical Engineering (GC GE)
• Graduate Certificate in Structural Engineering (GC SE)
• Graduate Certificate in Technology for Environmental Sustainability (GC TES)

Scholarship

• S D IYER Scholarship
• TUCSS M.Sc. (Geotec) Scholarship

MSc Student Exchange Programme

The MSc Student Exchange Programme (MSc SEP) is open to both full-time and part-time MSc Civil Engineering students. This program provides a transformative experience that extends beyond the classroom.

Selection Criteria

Students will be assessed based on a weighted average of their GPA and Personal Statement as part of the review process. In addition, applicants must meet:

1. The Faculty’s internal application criteria
2. The partner university’s requirements for study abroad or exchange programs, such as:

• Minimum GPA or academic performance
• Language proficiency (if applicable)
• Number of semesters completed at the home university

Transfer of Credits

Courses taken in the Partner University will be credit transferred to the NUS MSc program with grades.

Insurance

Students going on exchange are strongly encouraged to purchase personal insurance.

Withdrawal from SEP

Once a student has accepted a SEP offer, they are expected to complete the exchange. If a student wishes to withdraw, they should submit a formal withdrawal request to the CEE Department with a valid reason. An administrative fee will apply for students who withdraw without valid reasons after accepting the offer on the partner university’s website.

Travel Advisories

Visit the MFA website for travel advisories on various countries from the Singapore government.

Application Process

1. Briefing Session: A briefing session will be held at the start of each application period. Students will be notified of the details via email.
2. Research and Plan: Begin by researching and drafting a preliminary study plan. Ensure that the academic calendar of the partner university aligns with the NUS academic schedule to avoid any overlap.
3. NUS: Online Application & Interview: To apply for the MSc exchange, students must indicate their interest by completing the online application form.
4. Partner University: Nomination and Approval: The department will submit the list of nominated students to the respective partner universities for their review and approval.

Important Dates to Note

• SEP Semester: Briefing sessions, application deadlines, and semester dates vary. Please check the specific deadlines for each semester.

Research Areas

The department has various research clusters, including:

• Built Environment 4.0
• Climate Change Mitigation
• Environmental Sustainability
• Ocean Infrastructure and Renewables
• Resilient Infrastructures
• Smart and Liveable Cities

Research Centres

• Centre for Advanced Materials and Structures
• Centre for Hazards Research
• Centre for Resilient Underground Infrastructure and Engineering (CRUISE)
• Centre for Transportation Research
• Centre for Water Research
• Centre for Resource Circularity and Resilience (CR)2
• Centre for Offshore Research and Engineering (CORE)
• Centre for Environmental Resilience
• Centre of Construction 3D Printing Research (C3DPR)

Laboratories

• Structural Engineering Laboratory
• ITVS Laboratory
• Hydraulics and Coastal Resilience Lab (HCR Lab)
• Highway Engineering Laboratory
• Geotechnical Engineering Laboratory
• Environmental Engineering Laboratory

Student Life

• Student Clubs: NUS Civil Engineering (CE) Club, NUS Environmental Science and Engineering Students’ Club (ESESC)
• Meet Our Students
• Awards’ and Dean’s List
• FYP Poster
• Student Activities
• Internship & Career Advisory Resources

Alumni

• Commencement
• Alumni Awards
• Career Opportunities for Alumni and Graduating Students
• Update Particulars for Alumni