Program Overview

MSc in Behavioural and Implementation Sciences in Health

Overview

The National University of Singapore (NUS) Master of Science (MSc) in Behavioural and Implementation Sciences in Health (MScBIS) is offered by the Centre for Implementation and Behavioural Science Interventions at the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine (NUSMed). The MScBIS programme is designed to explore the dynamic intersection of behavioural change approaches and implementation strategies, providing students with a unique opportunity to delve into the complexities of human behaviour and translate evidence into effective interventions applied to healthcare settings.

Programme at a Glance

• Intake: August
• Application Period: 20 October to 31 May
• Duration: 12-24 months (full-time), 24-48 months (part-time)

Why This Programme?

• Become a thought leader in modern health through the only degree programme that combines behavioural and implementation sciences specifically designed to address the urgent needs of the healthcare community in Singapore and around the region.
• Learn through the first-hand experiences of world-renowned experts in the fields of behavioural and implementation scientists, researchers, policy makers, and thought leaders.
• Enjoy greater flexibility as a busy professional, taking advantage of the first "hybrid" Master's Degree programme to be offered in NUS, with two core courses delivered fully online.

Admission Requirements

• Academic: Bachelor’s Degree (preferably with Honours) in a Health, Healthcare, Psychology, Social Sciences, Social Work, and related fields. Alternatively, candidates with other qualifications and relevant industry experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Skill/Experience: Not applicable
• English Language: International applicants whose medium of university instruction is not completely in English must provide Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) minimum score of 85 (Internet-based), or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) minimum Academic score of 6.0.

Mode of Study and Programme Candidature

• The NUS MScBIS programme is offered on a full-time and part-time basis.
• Full-time: 12-24 months
• Part-time: 24-48 months

Programme Structure

• The MScBIS is a 40-Unit coursework-based Master’s Degree programme comprising:
  • Core/essential courses (28 Units)
  • Elective courses (12 Units)

Core/Essential Courses

• BIS5001: Fundamentals of Behavioural and Implementation Sciences (eLearning) - 4 Units
• BIS5002: Evidence-informed Practice and Policies in Healthcare - 4 Units
• BIS5101: Intermediate Research Methods for Behavioural and Implementation Sciences - 4 Units
• BIS5102: Intermediate Behavioural and Implementation Sciences (eLearning) - 4 Units
• BIS5103: Programme Evaluation in Health - 4 Units
• BIS5003: Master’s Project I - 4 Units
• BIS5104: Master’s Project II - 4 Units

Elective Courses

• Students must complete 12 Units of Elective Courses.
• BIS5005: Introductory Research Methods in Behavioural and Implementation Sciences - 4 Units
• DL5102: Digital Agility & Change Leadership - 4 Units
• BMI5207: Medical Data and Data Processing - 4 Units

Research Track

• BIS5004: Behavioural Decision Sciences - 4 Units
• BIS5106: Advanced Research Methods for Behavioural and Implementation Sciences - Complex Intervention Design - 4 Units

Practice Track

• BIS5105: Advanced Applications of Behavioural and Implementation Sciences - 4 Units
• BMI5108: Advanced Value-Based Healthcare - 4 Units

Graduation Requirements

• Read and pass a total of 40 Units, comprising:
  • 28 Units of Core/Essential Courses
  • 12 Units of Elective Courses
• Minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 (out of maximum 5.0)

Fees

• Tuition: S$59,535.00 (excluding GST) / S$64,893.15 (including 9% GST)
• Application: S$50.00 (including 9% GST) - Non-refundable and non-transferable
• Acceptance: S$5,000.00 - Payable upon acceptance of offer, non-refundable and non-transferable, will be credited towards tuition fees
• Miscellaneous Student Fees: As published by Office of the University Registrar, payable every regular semester

Scholarships & Financial Assistance

• NUS Master's by Coursework Enhanced Tuition Fee Rebate
• NUS Master's Degree by Coursework Tuition Fee Rebate
• SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme
• Other scholarships and financial assistance schemes may be available to eligible NUS Master's Degree (Coursework) programme students and applicants.