Program Overview

Introduction to the Master of Science in Sustainable Healthcare

The Master of Science in Sustainable Healthcare is a groundbreaking program that equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to lead the healthcare sector's response to climate change. This program is delivered by leading experts in the heart of Asia's most dynamic healthcare innovation hub.

Program Overview

The MSc program provides students with a broad foundation in the principles of sustainability, population health, and healthcare management. Over 1 year (full-time) or 2 years (part-time), students will have access to a suite of specialized and multidisciplinary modules while maintaining flexibility and the ability to tailor their experience to their personal learning needs and career goals.

Key Highlights of the Programme

• Access to World-Class Faculty: Learn directly from global experts from the World Health Organization, The Lancet, and national Governments in the UK, Singapore, and across the world.
• International Recognition in the Heart of Asia: Study at the National University of Singapore – ranked 1st in Asia and 8th in the world in 2025.
• Customise Your Journey: Access to teaching from five faculties, including Medicine, Sustainability & Geography, Engineering, and Public Health.
• Impact-Focused & Future-Ready: Prepare for a career in sustainability - the second fastest growing job market in the world.

Course Information

• Curriculum: This MSc is a 1-year (full-time) or 2-year (part-time) degree comprising 40 units of coursework.
• List of Core Courses:
  • SM5001 Principles of Sustainable Healthcare Practice
  • SM5002 Net Zero Analytics
  • SM5003 Climate, Environment & Health
  • SM5004 Implementing Net Zero Healthcare
  • SM5103 Sustainable Healthcare Capstone
• List of Elective Courses:
  • Clinical Decision Support Systems
  • Advanced Value Based Healthcare
  • Evidence-Informed Practice & Policies in Healthcare
  • Programme Evaluation in Health
  • Advanced Applications of Behavioural and Implementation Sciences
  • Health Sciences for Non-Clinicians
  • Healthcare Systems and Analysis
  • Well & Green Built Environment
  • Environmental Science
  • Climate Hazards Risk and Uncertainty
  • Energy and Sustainability: A Systems Approach
  • Energy Systems Modelling and Market Mechanisms
  • Advanced Scientific Research Methods
  • Current Practices in Biotechnology

Key Dates & Course Workload

• Key Dates:
  • Class for Semester 1 will commence on Monday, 10 August 2026.
  • Class for Semester 2 will commence on Monday, 11 January 2027.
• Workload per semester:
  • Full-time students can expect to spend approximately 15 contact hours per week across 5 courses, with a total of 35 hours per week in assessment, self-directed learning and class preparation.

Graduation Requirements

• To graduate, students are required to complete and obtain a minimum GPA of 3.0 (Grade B-) out of 5.0 across all courses.
• Full-time students are expected to complete the programme within 1 year.
• Part-time students are expected to complete the programme within 2 years.
• The maximum candidature for full-time and part-time students is 2 and 4 years, respectively.

Career Opportunities

The programme is suited for a wide range of professionals and academics, providing a competitive edge in key roles in fields such as:

• Clinical Leadership & Hospital Management
• Research & Health Sciences
• MedTech & Pharmaceutical Industry
• National Health Policy & Public Health
• Supply Chain & Operations

Course Fees & Financial Aid

• Total tuition fees (for students enrolled in Academic Year 2026/2027 only): S$58,860 (inclusive of 9% Goods and Services Tax (GST)).
• Payment schedule:
  • Acceptance Fee: $5,450
  • Year 1 Semester 1: $26,705
  • Year 1 Semester 2: $26,705
  • Year 2 Semester 1: $13,352.50
  • Year 2 Semester 2: $13,352.50
• A non-refundable and non-transferable application fee of $50 (inclusive of GST) applies.
• Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents may be eligible for SkillsFuture (SSG) funding of 70 to 90% on selected courses.

FAQs

• Q1: How does the Master of Science in Sustainable Healthcare (MSc) differ from the Executive Fellowship in Sustainable Healthcare (Graduate Certificate)?
  • A: The MSc provides students with the foundations and skillsets needed to lead healthcare’s response to climate change, while the Executive Fellowship is designed for working professionals with prior experience.
• Q2: Is the MSc programme available online/via distance learning?
  • A: The MSc is an in-person programme that requires physical attendance at our Kent Ridge campus in Singapore.
• Q3: What are the career opportunities for MSc graduates?
  • A: The programme is suited to a wide range of professionals and career trajectories, providing a competitive edge in key roles such as Chief Sustainability Officer, Director of Public Health, and Senior Health Policy Officer.

How to Apply

This MSc is developed for bachelor’s degree graduates in healthcare-related fields, as well as public policy and social sciences, sustainability and environmental science. Candidates with other relevant qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

• Provide a Curriculum Vitae (CV) detailing relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and accomplishments.
• Submit a Statement of Purpose of no more than 300 words in Word or PDF format.

Meet the Centre's Faculty and Affiliates

The program is led by a team of renowned experts in sustainable healthcare, including:

• Prof Nick Watts, Director, Centre for Sustainable Medicine
• Jit Sohal, Head of Strategy & Impact, Centre for Sustainable Medicine
• A/Prof Eugene Liu, Chief Sustainability Officer, National University Health System
• Prof Tan Sri Jemilah Mahmood, Executive Director, Sunway Centre for Planetary Health

Related Programme

The Executive Fellowship in Sustainable Healthcare is an NUS-accredited Graduate Certificate (GC) designed for senior leaders and established working professionals. Conducted on a part-time basis over 1 year in a hybrid / online format, it allows students to acquire knowledge and skills pertinent to sustainable healthcare at their own flexibility.