at the National University of SingaporeENGINEERING

Undergraduate Viewbook

An integral part of NUS which is ranked

1st in Asia and

11th

worldwide by QS World University

Rankings 2020

Ranked

8th

Worldwide in Engineering and

Technology by QS World University

Rankings 2019

1st in graduate employability in

Singapore according to Times Higher Education Global University

Employability Ranking 2019

CONTENTS

01 Welcome to NUS Engineering

02 Why Engineering?

03 What Makes Us Different?

04 E-Scholars (Engineering Scholars Programme)

06 Innovation & Design Programme (iDP)

08 Real-Life Engineering

10 Revolutionising Healthcare in Rural Communities

12 3D Printing Gives Wildlife a Second Chance

14 Biomedical Engineering

15 Chemical Engineering

16 Civil Engineering

17 Computer Engineering

18 Electrical Engineering

19 Engineering Science Programme

20 Environmental Engineering

21 Industrial and Systems Engineering

22 Materials Science and Engineering

23 Mechanical Engineering

24 Curriculum for a Complex and Digitalised World

25 One Degree, Differentiated Pathways

26 Same Discipline, Different Specialisations

28 Beyond Engineering

29 Admission Requirements

WELCOME TO

NUS ENGINEERINGAt NUS Engineering, we are passionate not only about great technology, but also how to use that technology to make a difference. Share our passion as you get hands-on solving real engineering challenges, right from your first semester. Tailor your own educational journey through our differentiated pathways, and a myriad of options and opportunities, both locally and abroad. Whichever engineering discipline you choose, you are well-prepared for the digitalised economy with exciting core modules emphasising design, systems and digital skills.

If you have an interest in mathematics and science, come experience the thrill of impacting lives through technology, and discover why we are recognised in MIT’s top 10 list of engineering education leaders worldwide.

300+ Partner Universities in 40+ Countries for Student Exchange Experiences

12 NUS Overseas Colleges

Only Engineering school in the world with year-long student exchange opportunities in Oxford or Cambridge

10 Undergraduate

Degree Programmes

6,000 Undergraduate Students

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WHY

ENGINEERING?

Did you know engineering is the only career where you look at the world’s problems and work out practical ways to solve them? Modern challenges of urban living, ageing society and climate change require good technology that uses fewer materials and less energy. Engineers use the principles of mathematics and science to come up with useful products or ways of doing things to make our lives better.

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MAKES US

DIFFERENT?

DIFFERENTIATED PATHWAYSEngineering skills and knowledge are highly valued in industry, research or enterprise. We prepare youfor the career that best aligns with your strengths, interests and aspirations.

GLOBAL EXPOSURENUS has the largest number of partnerships with global institutions, including year-long exchanges with both Oxford and Cambridge Universities. NUS Overseas Colleges (NOC) also offer unique working and studying experiences in some of the most dynamic and vibrant start-up locations around the world.

INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION

FUTURE-READY CURRICULADigitalisation is fast transforming

the engineering practice – our bold educational initiatives equip you with

the right knowledge and skills to thrive in the jobs of tomorrow.

EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING

Hands-on exploration and experimentation from the

get-go – just like in the real world. Test out design ideas

in our makerspace and apply classroom learning during

compulsory internships.

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Bringing out the best in you

Embark on a unique and holistic educational experience in our premier scholarship programme – catered for a new generation of technology leaders. Beyond just technical proficiency, you will be nurtured into an inspired leader who can communicate effectively and understand the societal impact of technology from a global perspective. Meet like-minded friends along the way, spend a year abroad and then culminate your experience with a Masters’ degree!

E-SCHOLARS (ENGINEERING SCHOLARS PROGRAMME)

• Full tuition fee coverage for Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes

• Two years free accommodation at a University Town residential college

• S$6,000 living allowance a year

• S$5,000 subsidy for one semester overseas student exchange

• S$2,000 one-time computer allowance

• Scholarship is bond-free

SCHOLARSHIP BENEFITS

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3 + 1 STRUCTUREYou have an accelerated pathway to complete any Bachelor of Engineering degree in 3 years, In your fourth year, you will pursue a Master’s degree.

CHOOSE YOUR MASTER’S COURSEYou can select from a range of Master’s programmes (M.Sc.) in NUS. Gain deeper insights into your chosen engineering discipline, or broaden your knowledge in a complementary field outside of engineering. While you need to seek admission to your Master’s course of choice, your tuition fees are covered by your scholarship and you continue to enjoy an annual living allowance.

TECHNICAL RIGOUR

UNIVERSITY TOWN COLLEGE PROGRAMMEEmbrace diversity and multidisciplinary perspectives in our unique residential programmes at University Town (UTown). Your scholarship comes with an offer at our partner – Residential College 4 (RC4) – or apply separately to other UTown colleges. Wherever you stay, enjoy an unforgettable journey of growth and self-discovery, living and learning in a close-knit community of your peers and professors from all over NUS.

CLOSE MENTORSHIPYour academic pursuits are supported in by a select pool of NUS Engineering professors. You also have exclusive opportunities to be mentored by our alumni and industry leaders.

DEDICATED MODULES Want to make an impact and earn academic credits towards your degree? Get a chance to do what matters to you in a project you define, within or outside NUS. Furthermore, you have access to dedicated seminars and workshops, supporting your holistic development as a person and future leader.

PERSONAL & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

NUS OVERSEAS COLLEGESYou are guaranteed a coveted 6-month internship cum study stint at our prestigious NUS Overseas Colleges (NOC), experiencing the dynamism of a start-up company in some of the most exciting technology hubs around the world.

STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAMMEYou are also guaranteed a 1-semester exchange at our international partner universities, including many top institutions worldwide. Discover independent living and learning in a different environment, enriched by the culture and people you meet abroad.

GLOBAL INSIGHTS

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How does meeting friends from different disciplines and working on projects together to make a real world impact sound? Learn how to address today’s challenges through a curriculum that takes you from design thinking to conceptualising and prototyping your solutions. Hone your problem solving and critical thinking skills, while developing your abilities in teamwork and communication.

iDP is second major, which you can complete within your Bachelor’s degree. You can choose iDP as the pathway for your Engineering programme (find out more on pages 24-25).

Solving real world problems with new technologies

INNOVATION & DESIGN PROGRAMME (iDP)

BETTER HEALTHCAREWork with healthcare and medical professionals to develop better solutions and technologies for hospitals and the community

iDP PROJECTS

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URBAN MOBILITYDesign future mobility solutions and novel vehicles to move people and goods more efficiently and safely in an increasingly crowded world.

SMARTER LIVINGDesign smart devices and services to fulfill our aspirations for better lives, work and play.

IMMERSIVE REALITYDevelop novel applications of virtual reality or augmented reality to serve unmet needs in healthcare, education and entertainment.

SUSTAINABLE CITIESDevelop sustainability solutions to improve liveability in urban environments and to manage limited resources of water, energy and land.

INTELLIGENT SYSTEMSDesign complex engineering systems for special missions on land, water, air and outer space, such as nanosatellites, autonomous underwater and surface vehicles, and unmanned aerial vehicles.

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REAL-WORLD

ENGINEERING

What does your idea of studying engineering look like? Lectures, tutorials, more lectures and then... even more tutorials? What if we told you that instead of looking at masses of equations and theories, you will be hands-on right from the get-go in our innovative Engineering Principles & Practice (EPP) modules?

How EPP is changing engineering educationEPP modules introduce you to key concepts in your chosen engineering discipline, teaching you just enough about each topic, before giving you the freedom to explore fun challenges that you solve through teamwork, creative thinking and experimental tinkering. These studio sessions let you put into practice immediately what you have just learned, so you get a taste of what real engineers do.

Learning outside the classroom

Why EPP is the perfect introduction to engineeringThe real-life scenarios in EPP not only teach you how to apply your knowledge and skills, but also help you relate the importance of what you learn to actual engineering practice. EPP modules give you a broad overview of your discipline, so you know what to expect in later years, enabling you to make informed decisions on the choice of pathways, technical electives or specialisations.

EPP teaches the “intangibles” Through EPP, you also gain valuable lessons that are not in the curriculum. To successfully complete the prescribed challenges, you will naturally discover the value of teamwork and how to be resourceful. The studio sessions incorporate several presentations to hone your communication and critical thinking skills as you exchange ideas and analyse viewpoints. Because we pick only our best teachers for EPP, you can get up-close and personal to passionate and dynamic mentors, who can provide you with guidance throughout your university years and even beyond.

The future of EPP While the hands-on teaching philosophies of EPP may not directly translate to every subject in your curriculum, we are actively implementing its key concepts – such as experiential learning – to enhance your learning experience with us.

If you are intimidated by the concept of a “traditional” engineering education, come and be surprised by our EPP modules – not only do you get to learn serious subjects in a fun and light-hearted way, but you also realise the practical applications of everything you have studied in the years before university, as well as everything you will learn in the years ahead.

Here are some EPP challenges you can expect in your freshmen year (on the next page)..

All engineering undergraduates will read EPP modules in their freshmen year.

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ROBO PETElectrical Engineering

Design an adorable robot critter to follow you around like a real pet, minus smelly messes. Send robo pet into a dancing frenzy when you clap your hands – see it twisting, twirling and pirouetting with delight!

Did you knowThe robo pet has less in common with a dog or cat than with an autonomous vehicle. But smart engineering tweaks using different sensors and unique coded instructions enable robo pet to behave differently from its automobile-inspired cousin.

AUTONOMOUS CARMechanical Engineering

Put together your own intelligent, self-driving vehicle capable of finding its way around a track without human intervention. A “grand prix” will see your mini-car navigate sharp turns, work around roadblocks and even make U-turns as it races against others towards its destination.

Did you knowDesigning and making an autonomous car develops your multidisciplinary abilities – you combine your knowledge of mechanical and electrical/electronics engineering to assemble your vehicle from motors, batteries, circuit boards and sensors, then practice your coding skills to program its intelligent navigational capabilities.

FRUIT WINE Chemical Engineering

In what must be a dream come true for many young adults, you get to experiment with making your own wine by combining in a vessel your know-how on the subject of fermentation with $10 worth of fruit (anything but grapes), sitting back and waiting for the brew.

Did you know• Not every fruit can be turned successfully into wine that is fragrant

and sweet enough to warrant a taste – you have to know how to choose your ingredients and mix them in the correct proportions.

• You cultivate a good brew by making regular measurements of alcohol and sugar percentages, as well as the number of aromatic compounds.

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One Drone at a Time

IN RURAL COMMUNITIES

At the headquarters of Yonah – a young social enterprise, the team of past and present NUS Engineering students is in deep discussion. They are surrounded by a collection of 3D printers, CNC machines and workstations, and an unfinished prototype of their latest drone, which has the capability to deliver a 3kg payload over a 100km radius.

Where It All StartedYonah was founded in 2016 by two NUS Engineering alumni – Ong Tian Chang (Engineering ’14) and Sim Zhi Min (Engineering ’17). The pair saw how despite available healthcare services in rural areas, patients and healthcare providers are unable to reach one another during disease outbreaks. Patients

could not deliver samples to test centres or get the care needed from hospitals. Drug stock-outs are also common.

Identifying challenging terrain and inadequate infrastructure as factors inhibiting these communities from accessing basic healthcare, Yonah set out to turn around the situation with its fleet of unmanned aircraft (drones) that transport vaccines and medical supplies from hospitals to communities-in-need.

Grounds Covered to DateHumbly referring to themselves as “DHL for rural hospitals”, Tian Chang and Zhi Min measure Yonah’s progress in areas where Yonah drones are deployed with statistics – reduction in measles outbreaks, lower infant mortality rates, less stock-outs at outposts, and increased vaccinations and hospital service offerings to communities. Additionally, the

founders and their young team are also constantly working to develop better and more efficient drones, as well as improve the software intelligence that flies drones to their destinations.

Next on the HorizonYonah’s drones are carrying out groundbreaking, life-saving work. However, Yonah’s long-term survival depends on its ability to attract passionate and talented undergraduates who can take Yonah further and to where it aspires to be – empower basic healthcare access in rural and remote areas.

REVOLUTIONISING

HEALTHCARE

How engineering expertise is delivering medical supplies to marginalised communities

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TEAM YONAH’S UNDERGRADUATES SHARE EXPERIENCESAfter visiting Yonah’s office/workshop and learning about its social mission and the challenges involved, undergraduates Lau Yan Han and Tee Zhen Lee (Engineering ’20) decided to join Yonah. They were intrigued by the opportunity to work on drones, save lives, and get real-life engineering lessons.

HOW NUS ENGINEERING’S CUSTOMISABLE CURRICULUM HELPS YONAH TO ATTRACT TALENTCrediting the University’s flexible approach for enabling keen students to join Yonah, Tian Chang shares, “With the opportunity to tailor up to a quarter of modules, undergraduates can choose modules and projects they are passionate about – including working at Yonah. I’m grateful how this has provided a consistent and valuable talent pool for us.”

“I joined Yonah in my first year at NUS Engineering. Because I needed to do a lot of 3D modelling work with the team, I studied in advance of my lectures to improve my expertise in this area. By my second year, I was ahead of my peers in this module. It’s exciting to see how closely our real-life experiences and studies are intertwined.”

– Lau Yan Han

“It’s fascinating to see theories learnt in lectures applied in practical situations. For instance, when I first heard technical terms like ‘static margin’ and ‘chord length’ in lessons, they made an impression but didn’t quite stick. But their true importance comes to light when I had to use them in hands-on situations at Yonah.”

– Tee Zhen Lee

Co- founder Tian Chang (third from left) and team are constantly exchanging ideas to improve the development of their drone.

The team from Yonah comprises: (from left) Lau Yan Han, Tee Zhen Lee, Ding Lingke, Tan Sian Hern Ivan-Darien, Ong Tian Chang, Sim Zhi Min. Absent: Seah Shao Xuan

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The Yonah team getting their drone ready for a flight test at an overseas testing site.

Did you knowYou can earn credits towards your design project or final-year-project by working at Yonah. You can also work on drones in our Mechanical Engineering Aeronautical Specialisation, our Innovation and Design Programme, or our Electrical Engineering programme.

Yan Han (standing) and Zhen Lee checking the drone before its flight test.

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3D PRINTING GIVES WILDLIFE

You may know 3D printers as cool hobby kits used for making cute toys and fun figurines. But for one hornbill in Jurong Bird Park, this technology is life-saving.

The 22-year-old avian patient, Jary, was about to lose his casque (i.e. beak) to cancer when researchers at NUS helped to save it with a 3D printed prosthetic casque, a first in Singapore.

An SOS from Jurong Bird ParkIn July 2018, Jary’s keepers discovered an eight-centimetre-wide gash on his casque. Examinations revealed that cancer was the cause. To save Jary’s life, veterinary surgeons had to remove a significant portion of his casque. However, without a casque, the ailing hornbill had little chance of survival. A replacement was required – urgently. That was when Jurong Bird Park reached

A SECOND CHANCEHow a revolutionary engineering technology is saving wildlife

out to Keio-NUS CUTE Center and the NUS Centre for Additive Manufacturing (AM.NUS).

A Tailored SolutionAlthough Keio-NUS CUTE Center had experience creating 3D printed prosthetic limbs and implants for hospital patients, 3D printing a replacement hornbill casque proved to be unexpectedly challenging. Multiple factors had to be considered along with intensive research on hornbills.

First, the team had to decide on the material to use. The hornbill’s casque is a part of its face and mouth – so the chosen material would have to be light, durable and non-toxic. In addition, the NUS team had to study the hornbill’s unique calls, then design and engineer their prosthetic casque such that the hornbill can continue making these sounds. Eventually, the team decided on a lightweight material that was porous enough for the hornbill’s calls to resonate

naturally. The NUS team also created a pre-surgical guide to enable precise surgical cuts and increase the probability of the 3D printed casque being a perfect fit for their winged patient.

A Year After the Successful Surgery Today, Jary is healthy and in great spirits. X-rays have detected no recurrence of cancer and vets have found new, healthy tissue growth. The great hornbill has also been naturally colouring his 3D prosthesis with the yellow pigment from his preening gland – a sign of his body acceptance of the prosthetic casque. His originally white 3D printed casque is now a magnificent yellow.

Since then, Wildlife Reserves Singapore has been working with the NUS team on projects that improve lives of our avian friends.

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THE FUTURE OF 3D PRINTING, DESIGNING AND ENGINEERINGExcited about what lies ahead in the areas of engineering, design and 3D printing, Eason Chew, one of the CUTE Center’s researchers believes that the true value of 3D printing is in advancing medical applications.

“Currently, 3D printing is used to create implants and prosthetics outside the human body. But when you consider the potential of mixing and matching 3D printing styles and materials, there’s an incredible amount of opportunity to create super effective, customised treatments. I believe that someday we could see 3D printed hearts, liver and other precisely customised solutions that are impossible with mass manufacturing – opening up new possibilities to help both humans and animals. It’s an exciting future – as designers, engineers and clinicians work to co-create innovative solutions to today’s problems.”

Dr Hsu Li Chieh using a drill guide to affix the 3D-printed casque onto the Hornbill.

Photo credit: Wildlife Reserves Singapore

Jary perching prettily in his aviary at Jurong Bird Park’s Hornbills and Toucans exhibit.

Did you knowYou will learn about engineering design and get a chance to prototype your creations using 3D printing in our Design and Make core module for all NUS Engineering undergraduates.

See how Jary is faring now:

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BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERINGBiomedical engineers help people to live safer and healthier lives by designing and developing medical devices, techniques, instrumentation and software used in healthcare, from advanced prosthetics to new drug delivery methods. Biomedical engineers combine knowledge and skills from several disciplines to analyse and solve complex problems in medicine and healthcare from the engineering, biological and medical perspectives.

You will study a wide range of subjects, such as chemistry, physiology, materials, mechanics, electronics and imaging, as well as learn how to apply these in biomedical instruments, orthopaedic implants, prosthetic devices and robotics in healthcare. Get hands-on in design and research-based projects, and understand issues of professional ethics in legal and regulatory affairs. You may even choose to specialise in Robotics.

Future Career Options:With fast-growing adoption of technology in medical practice and healthcare, you may be designing new medical devices, developing new diagnostic tools and medical equipment, or even establishing safety standards for medical devices and testing product safety. Find career opportunities in:

• Healthcare (secondary and tertiary care hospitals)

• Medical technology

• Biotechnology

• Pharmaceuticals

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NUS Biomedical Engineering4 Engineering Drive 3Block E4, #04-08Singapore 117583Tel: +65 6516 3553E-mail: biechlh@nus.edu.sg

NUS Biomedical Engineering is using Artificial Intelligence (AI) to tailor optimal drug combinations and dosages for individuals, improving clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction

EsoGlove, the world’s lightest exoskeleton device for hand rehabilitation, arose from a student project by alumnus, Hong Kai Yap, who went on to co-found Rocesco Technologies, which offers wearable robotic solutions for rehabilitation and assistive functions

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CHEMICAL ENGINEERINGChemical engineers design processes and equipment for the large-scale chemical conversion of raw materials into useful products in a safe, sustainable and economical way. Chemical engineers manufacture chemicals, fuels, plastics, electronics, pharmaceuticals, food and beverages, even consumer goods, such as detergents, toiletries and textiles. Chemical engineers today also use their knowledge of chemistry, physics, biology and math to invent new technologies for cleaning-up the environment and pioneer new developments in recycling, clean energy, medicine and biotechnology.

You will learn about chemical processes involving thermodynamics, chemical reactions, mass and energy balances, fluid dynamics, separation processes and biological phenomena, as well as process design and control – all these will be put into practice in a capstone design project to ensure you consolidate your skills and knowledge.

Future Career Options:You can find employment in a broad range of roles in almost any sector where products are manufactured on a commercial scale, such as:

• Biotechnology

• Chemical

• Energy

• Environmental health and safety

• Petrochemical

• Pharmaceuticals

• Semiconductor

NUS Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering4 Engineering Drive 4Block E5, #02-09Singapore 117585Tel: +65 6516 8076E-mail: chbeug@nus.edu.sg

NUS Chemical Engineering has been ranked consistently among the world’s top 10 in Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) University Rankings by Subject

Chemical engineering is distinct from chemistry with its emphasis on practical applications for the commercial production of products and its related processes.

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CIVIL ENGINEERINGCivil engineers focus on the infrastructure necessary to support a civilized society – they design, construct and maintain buildings, transportation systems (roads, tunnels, bridges, railway, airports), as well as facilities for water supply and waste treatment. Civil engineers are vital to maintaining and improving our modern standard of living in environmentally sustainable ways.

You will be grounded in basics such as structural mechanics and materials, hydraulics, and soil mechanics, as well as understand concepts in construction management, infrastructure systems, structural engineering and transportation engineering. You may further delve into the digital technologies revolutionising civil engineering by specialising in Digitalisation in Urban Infrastructure, or hone your management skills with a minor in Infrastructure Management and Finance. Your programme will prepare you for the Professional Engineers licensing examination when you have gained sufficient practice experience after graduation.

Future Career Options:Civil engineers are instrumental in shaping the development of urban Singapore. You will find many employment opportunities in areas such as:

• Construction

• Infrastructure development

• Transportation

• Water resources engineering

• Policy and planning

NUS Civil and Environmental Engineering1 Engineering Drive 2Block E1A, #07-03Singapore 117576Tel: +65 6516 4270E-mail: ceelccc@nus.edu.sg

Building Information Modelling (BIM) software can digitally create a virtual twin of buildings and facilities before they have even been built, to help design, plan and construct and manage complex infrastructure projects

NUS Civil Engineering is ranked 2nd in the world and top in Asia in the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) University Rankings by Subject 2019

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COMPUTER ENGINEERINGComputer engineers link sophisticated hardware to software, bringing intelligence to devices from the ubiquitous mobile phone to autonomous vehicles on land, in the air and sea, even in space. Computer engineers focus on solving real-world problems by designing hardware and software interfaces to connect the physical and virtual, creating solutions that are bigger than the sum of their parts.

You will study the fundamentals of hardware and software design, and learn how to apply this knowledge, with a focus on problem-solving in one of several industrial areas, which you select according to your interest. You may also choose to specialise in the Internet of Things (IoT) or Robotics; Data Engineering as a minor is a further option.

Future Career Options:With your unique training in both hardware and software, you will be highly sought-after in the digitalised economy, with the flexibility of many different career options in information technology (IT) and related sectors, including:

• Artificial intelligence

• Augmented reality (AR)/virtual reality (VR)

• Data analytics

• Internet of Things

• Robotics

NUS Electrical and Computer Engineering4 Engineering Drive 3Block E4, #05-42Singapore 117583Tel: +65 6516 5129E-mail: askceg@nus.edu.sg

Computer engineers are often responsible for developing and prototyping of hardware and software simultaneously, while computer scientists focus mostly on the software, and the ability to work in different programming languages and operating systems

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ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGElectrical engineers design, build and maintain components, devices and systems that use electricity, from the smallest microchips in smart devices to power grids that span the nation. Electrical engineers even work on satellite technologies and wireless networks on planes we now take for granted.

You will study the physics and mathematics of electricity, electronics and electromagnetism, and learn how these apply to systems that process information and transmit energy. You have the flexibility to further concentrate on modules aligned to various Industrial Tracks, such as Wireless Communication Systems, Computational Intelligence, Microelectronic Devices and Technologies, Control and Intelligent Systems, Integrated Circuits and Systems, or Power and Energy. Specialisations in the Internet of Things (IoT) or Robotics prepare you for new roles in the digitalised economy, or take up the minor in Data Engineering to learn how to manage and use the large data sets generated by industry.

Future Career Options:Your knowledge and skills as an electrical engineering are needed in all industries that depend on electrical power, opening up a wide range of roles in diverse sectors, such as

• Aerospace and Aviation

• Electronics and Semiconductors

• Information Technology (IT)

• Manufacturing

• Power and energy

• Telecommunications

• Transportation

NUS Electrical and Computer Engineering4 Engineering Drive 3Block E4, #05-42Singapore 117583Tel: +65 6516 5983E-mail: askece@nus.edu.sg

NUS Electrical Engineering is ranked among the world’s top 10 in the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) University Rankings by Subject 2019.

Assistant Professor Charles Lim is working on quantum cryptography to protect against deliberate hacking and data leakage in quantum computers.

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ENGINEERING SCIENCE PROGRAMMEEngineer-scientists apply their broad foundations in mathematics and the basic sciences in an integrated approach to solve multidisciplinary problems that overlap the boundaries of traditional engineering disciplines. Engineer-scientists use their broad-based interdisciplinary training and mindset to create innovative technologies that can address today’s increasingly complex issues.

You will be grounded in mathematics and core subjects in physics, before selecting one of four specialisations; namely, Nanoscience and Technology, Computational Engineering Science, Energy Science and Technology, and Engineering Science in Medicine. You will have the skills and knowledge to transition directly into research roles after graduation, where you will help develop advanced technological solutions.

Future Career Options:With your strong fundamentals in mathematics and physics, you are well-placed to pursue an advanced research degree, or fit into research and development positions in a wide range of industries, such as:

• Aerospace

• Defence

• Electronics

• Energy

• Telecommunications

NUS Engineering9 Engineering Drive 1Block EA, #06-10Singapore 117575Tel: +65 6611 1602E-mail: engrnna@nus.edu.sg

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Many NUS Engineering Science undergraduates go on summer research internships at some top partner universities around the world who are part of the International Engineering Science Consortium (IESC)

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ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERINGEnvironmental engineers apply the principles of physics, chemistry and biology to solve environmental problems and protect our quality of life. They develop innovative technologies to improve recycling, waste disposal, public health, and control soil, water and air pollution, as well as help address the challenges of climate change.

You will study environmental processes and how to manage, protect and restore soil, water and air, applying these fundamentals to design and research projects. You may also pursue a minor in Civil Infrastructure, which gives you the required training to be eligible for licensing as a Professional Engineer in Civil Engineering after gaining practice experience. A minor in Infrastructure Management and Finance is another option, or learn about digital technologies by specialising in Digitalisation in Urban Infrastructure.

Future Career Options:Your knowledge and skills will be needed to find sustainable environmental solutions in many industries, and can be applied in such areas as:

• Environmental testing

• Process engineering

• Renewable energy

• Waste management

• Water treatment

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Alumni Lim Chong Tee and Vincent Loka are co-founders of WateROAM, a social enterprise that develops portable, durable and affordable water filtration systems to bring clean drinking water to rural communities and disaster-hit areas

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Researchers at NUS Industrial and Systems Engineering are studying the economic, environmental and social sustainability of modern cities to develop plans addressing the challenges of climate change and increasing population density in urban centres

INDUSTRIAL AND SYSTEMS ENGINEERINGIndustrial and Systems engineers improve systems and processes so they run more safely, efficiently and profitably. They use extensive mathematical tools for modelling and computational methods for analysis, evaluation and optimisation. Industrial and systems engineers today also rely on the tools of data science and artificial intelligence to understand complex systems and test solutions. Combined with a business mindset and management skills, industrial and systems engineers help organisations devise and implement new ways to do things better.

You will be taught a broad range of subjects including linear algebra, probability theory, statistics, operations research, computer simulation, as well as economics and an understanding of human-centred design. You may choose a minor in Data Engineering and learn how to manage and use copious amounts of data in decision-making.

Future Career Options:Your training in holistic problem-solving for productivity and quality improvement makes you valuable in industries as diverse as:

• Business and finance

• Government planning and policy

• Healthcare

• Logistics and transportation

• Manufacturing

NUS Industrial Systems Engineering and Management1 Engineering Drive 2Block E1A, #06-25Singapore 117576Tel: +65 6516 4100E-mail: isebox1@nus.edu.sg

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MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERINGMaterials scientists and engineers improve what things are made of and how they are made. They go beyond selecting the best material for an application, focusing on developing custom materials with specific properties tailored for specific uses. Materials scientists and engineers also create entirely new substances that have never existed, opening the door to brand new applications and revolutionary technologies.

You will build a foundation in solid-state physics and chemistry, and combine that with practical aspects of materials design and manufacture. You will study the structure and properties of different types of materials at the atomic and molecular level, and understand how to manipulate these to create exciting new materials for everything from energy storage to artificial organs. You may choose to specialise in Polymeric and Biomedical Materials, or Nanostructured Materials/Nanotechnology.

Future Career Options:Materials span across all engineering disciplines and applications, and thanks to developments in nanotechnology, healthcare technology and sustainable energy, you can find employment in a wide range of industries that design and manufacture advanced products, such as:

• Aerospace

• Biomedical

• Consumer goods

• Defence

• Electronics

• Energy

• Pharmaceuticals

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NUS Materials Science and Engineering9 Engineering Drive 1Block EA, #03-09Singapore 117575Tel: +65 6516 4672E-mail: msebox5@nus.edu.sg

Professor Konstantin “Koysta” Novoselov – winner of the Nobel Prize in Physics (2010) for his breakthrough in graphene – is the first Nobel Laureate to join a Singapore university

Assistant Professor Benjamin Tee has created electronic “skin” that mimics the human sensory system, bringing hope of restoring the sense of touch to patients with prosthetic limbs

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MECHANICAL ENGINEERINGMechanical engineers design and manufacture any product or system that has moving parts and uses or produces energy. These range from mobile phones and biomedical devices to aircrafts and power plants. Mechanical engineers apply their broad and diverse skills to creating and analysing designs, developing and testing prototypes, and implementing and improving manufacturing processes.

You build upon your existing knowledge of science and mathematics to learn about solid and fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, heat transfer, control, instrumentation, materials, product design and manufacturing processes. Solve real-world problems in areas such as renewable energy, future transportation and healthcare through design projects with our industry partners. You can also opt for a specialisation in Aeronautical Engineering, Energy and Sustainability, Offshore Oil and Gas, or Robotics.

Future Career Options:The versatility of your skills and knowledge are highly sought after in both traditional industries and emerging fields, such as:

• Aerospace

• Biomedical

• Defence

• Energy

• Manufacturing

• Marine

• Transportation

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3D printing technology is revolutionsing healthcare in humans and animals by producing custom fitted prosthetics and implants quickly and economically

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CURRICULUM FOR A COMPLEX & DIGITALISED WORLD

Be prepared for the jobs of tomorrow – our common core modules ensure you have the digital knowledge and cognitive skills to thrive in the future workplace.

PRACTISINGPROFESSIONALPATHWAY (PPP)

RESEARCHFOCUSEDPATHWAY (RfP)

INNOVATION & DESIGN PROGRAMME (iDP)

Professional Development Electives

• Innovation & Enterprise Electives

• Multi-semester Team Projects

• Graduate-level Electives

• Undergraduate Research Project (UROP)

TechnicalElectives

SpecialisationModules

Major/MinorModules

CommonCore Modules

Discipline-Specific Core Modules

University General Education Modules

PATHWAYS YEAR 1 & 2 YEAR 3 & 4

Foundation Pathway Modules / Technical Electives

• Design and Make

• Systems Thinking and Dynamics

• Machine Learning

• Python Programming

• Materials

• Mathematics

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ONE DEGREE, DIFFERENTIATED

PATHWAYSAs an engineering graduate, you can become an industry practitioner, take up academic or commercial research, or be an entrepreneur. That’s why we offer differentiated pathways* to help you realise your dream career.

• Multinational Corporations

• Small and Medium-sized Enterprises

• Public Agencies

Technopreneur

Graduate Study

• Research Institutes

• Research Laboratories

• Start-up Companies

• Engineering Design Firms

• NUS Overseas Colleges

YEAR 3 YEAR 4 POSSIBLE STARTING CAREERS

Internship/ Overseas Exchange

Final-Year Project (optional in some programmes)

Research Based

Design Focused

Industry Focused

Project Engineer

Consultant

Product Design Engineer

Research Engineer

*PPP will be the default pathway unless you opt for iDP or RfP. You may switch to a different pathway if you change your mind.

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SAME DISCIPLINE

DIFFERENTMany NUS Engineering programmes offer specialisations. Through reading a specified number of technical electives and completing a relevant project, you get to focus on a particular area within your chosen discipline. Upon completion of all specialisation requirements, you will receive a certificate of specialisation.

Specialisations Offering Early AdmissionsWhile most specialisations open for application only after Semester 4, the specialisations on the next page offer admission at the time of application to selected disciplines in NUS Engineering.

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AERONAUTICALOpen to Mechanical Engineering

students, you will learn advanced concepts of flight, structures, propulsion

and control, applying these in our extensive testing facilities. Get a chance to work on the analysis, design, construction and control of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

(UAV), Wing-in-Ground Effect crafts (WIG) or flapping-wing Micro Air Vehicles (MAV).

INTERNET OF THINGSIn this specialisation, Computer and

Electrical Engineering students will learn how sensors and devices

work and communicate across wireless networks. Understand

both the hardware and software that are revolutionising not only our

industries, but also virtually every aspect of modern living.

ROBOTICSBiomedical, Computer, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering students in this multidisciplinary specialisation will learn the mechanics of robotic movement and how they can be controlled, as well as the “intelligence” behind a robot’s perception and interaction with their surroundings and even humans.

DIGITALISATION IN URBAN INFRASTRUCTUREThis specialisation prepares Civil and Environmental Engineering students for the digital transformation of our built environment. Learn how virtual systems, data analytics, robotics and other digital technologies can enhance safety and improve urban planning, design and construction.

In this minor available to all Engineering students, you will learn to handle and manage the enormous volume of data generated by modern technologies, in order to glean practical insights. You will learn how to collect, curate, analyse and visualise useful data, as well as storing and keeping them safe.

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BEYOND ENGINEERINGMany exciting opportunities are available to you at NUS Engineering. Whether you are looking to stretch your ability or expand your horizons, why not tailor your educational experience with a double degree, a second major or a minor?

Innovation & Design Programme (iDP) as a Second MajoriDP is one of three differentiated pathways for engineering undergraduates who are keen to develop new ideas and products or pursue technopreneurship. For a better understanding of the programme, turn to pages 6 and 7. Or see pages 24 and 25 to get a better understanding of the iDP pathway.

Double Degree ProgrammesDouble your advantage. Popular pairings include:

• Engineering* & Business Administration

• Engineering* & Economics

* All engineering programmes except Engineering Science

Double MajorsLearn more so you can do more. Complementary double majors include:

• Innovation & Design (iDP)

• Management

• Systems Engineering (except Industrial & Systems Engineering)

• Data Analytics (Electrical Engineering only)

• Mathematics (Computer Engineering only)

• Statistics (Computer Engineering only)

Engineering and Medicine TrackOffered together with the Duke-NUS Medical School, your engineering background nurtures you into a clinician who can harness technological innovations for patient care.

MinorsBroaden your knowledge and career opportunities with useful minors, such as:

• Business Analytics (Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial & Systems Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering only)

• Data Engineering

• Economics

• Entrepreneurship (Computer Engineering only)

• Financial Mathematics (except Biomedical Engineering, Engineering Science Programme, and Materials Science & Engineering)

• Information Security (Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial & Systems Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering only)

• Infrastructure Management and Finance (Civil Engineering only)

• Management

• Public Health (Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, and Industrial & Systems Engineering only)

• Statistics (Computer Engineering only)

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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

B Eng ProgrammeDuration

(Years)

Admission Requirements

GCE ‘A’ Levels

International Baccalaureate Diploma

NUS High School Diploma

• Chemical Engineering• Environmental Engineering

4 H2 Mathematics and H2 Physics* and H2 Chemistry

HL Mathematics and HL Physics** and HL Chemistry

Good Major CAP in Mathematics and Physics*** and Chemistry

• Biomedical Engineering#

• Civil Engineering• Electrical Engineering• Industrial & Systems Engineering• Materials Science & Engineering• Mechanical Engineering

4H2 Mathematics and H2 Physics* or H2 Chemistry

HL Mathematics and HL Physics** or HL Chemistry

Good Major CAP in Mathematics and Physics*** or Chemistry

• Computer Engineering 4

H2 Mathematics and H2 Physics* or H2 Chemistry or H2 Computing

HL Mathematics and HL Physics** or HL Chemistry or HL Computer Science

Good Major CAP in Mathematics and Physics*** or Chemistry

• Engineering Science 4H2 Mathematics and H2 Physics*

HL Mathematics and HL Physics**

Good Major CAP in Mathematics and Physics***

Double Degree in:• Engineering~ & Business

Administration• Engineering~ & Economics

4 to 5 As above As above As above

Double Majors and Minors 4 As above As above As above

Special Programmes:• E-Scholars• Engineering & Medicine Track

3 + 17 to 8

As above+ As above+ As above+

* Students without H1 and H2 Physics need to have an ‘O’ Level pass in Physics or its equivalent and would be required to take Physics bridging modules ** Students without HL Physics would be required to take Physics bridging modules*** Students without Major subject in Physics need to have an ‘O’ Level pass in Physics or its equivalent and would be required to take Physics bridging modules# Students without H2/HL/Major Chemistry would be required to take Chemistry bridging module (CM1417) in the first year~ Double degree programmes are open to all Engineering programmes except Engineering Science+ Selection test and/or interviews required

If you are a Polytechnic graduate, you should have a relevant and accredited diploma for the courses you wish to pursue. Please visit www.nus.edu.sg/oam/apply-to-nus/polytechnic-diploma-from-singapore/subject-pre-requisites for more details.

If you have international qualifications, you may apply using equivalent high school results.

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