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MANY NEW
EXPERIENCES.
ONE BIG
ADVENTURE.
UNDERGRADUATE
PROSPECTUS
for International
Students
2021/2022
02 Many New Experiences. One Big Adventure.
7 things to know about NUS
before you pack.
#1.
First things first (rankings).
Whether you think the numbers are important
or not, they make a great introduction. So –
1st in Asia. 11th in the world. But that’s far
from the only thing that sets us apart.
QS World University Rankings 2021
#2.
Majoring in what you
love is totally possible.
Going after your passion? Or trying
something new? 60 bachelor’s
degrees, 54 second majors and
30 major-minor options mean
there’s always something you want.
NUS Undergraduate Prospectus for International Students 2021/2022 03
#3.
Grades don’t (always)
matter.
Like when you are still getting
used to university life. The
Grade-Free First Year scheme
gives you the license to figure out
what you like at your own pace.
nus.edu/gradefree
#4.
The world is out here
(on campus).
As the 7th most international
university in the world, it’s
little wonder that our campus
is a cultural melting pot. But
there’s always room for more.
Times Higher Education The World’s
Most International Universities 2020
04 Many New Experiences. One Big Adventure.
#5.
The programmes are
future-proof.
Cross-disciplinary is just one
part of it. There’s also the
Centre for Future-ready
Graduates that gets you
ready for the future. Fact: our
graduates are the 9th most
employable worldwide.
Times Higher Education Global
University Employability Ranking 2020
#6.
Being enterprising is encouraged.
Everyone likes a good global experience. How about
adding a dose of entrepreneurship to it? You can –
study and intern with a start-up at 11 NUS Overseas
College locations worldwide.
nus.edu/noc
#7.
You’ll get to play
safe – literally.
In the 2nd safest city
in the world, it’s hard
to do it any other way.
But you know the drill.
Stay alert. But don’t
stay out too late – when
you have class the next
morning!
The Economist Intelligence
Unit, 2019 Safe Cities Index
NUS Undergraduate Prospectus for International Students 2021/2022 05 3 things to pack. #1. An appetite for trying something new. Lots of new somethings. Like: • Checking out 200+ clubs and interest groups • Taste-testing famous Singaporean dishes, on and off campus • Finding cool places islandwide when there are no classes • Exploring the rest of Southeast Asia over recess week #2. An ambition to live independently. International students are guaranteed two years’ stay on campus, and you get to choose from 3 accommodation options. • Halls of Residence • Residential Colleges • Student Residences nus.edu/hosteloptions #3. And a couple of practical stuff*. Including: • Something to remind you of home • Power adaptors • Short sleeves for beach weather (~30°C) • Layers for indoor air-conditioning (as low as 20°C) • Useful NUS apps for making your #NUSlife just that little bit better m.nus.edu.sg * Plus an EZ-Link Card for taking public transport, but you have to buy that when you get here.
06 Many New Experiences. One Big Adventure. Course Prerequisites Admission to NUS is based on academic merit and open competition. Before you apply, ensure that you satisfy the subject requirements.
NUS Undergraduate Prospectus for International Students 2021/2022 07
Courses Requiring Tests and/or Interviews
Degree Programme Minimum Subject Requirements
Architecture Year 12 or higher level pass in Chemistry or Mathematics
arch.nus.edu.sg or Physics or Physical Science
Dentistry Year 12 or higher level pass in Chemistry and either
dentistry.nus.edu.sg Biology or Physics
Industrial Design Year 12 or higher level pass in Arts or Economics or
did.nus.edu.sg Mathematics or Physics
Landscape Architecture Year 12 or higher level pass in Chemistry or Mathematics
arch.nus.edu.sg or Physics or Physical Science
Law High level of proficiency in the English Language
law.nus.edu.sg (e.g. General Paper B, IELTS 7.0 or TOEFL iBT 100 or SAT
Critical Reading or SAT Evidence-Based Reading and
Writing score of 700 or AP English Language Grade 4)
Medicine Year 12 or higher level pass in Chemistry and either
medicine.nus.edu.sg Biology or Physics
Music Refer to course website to file a separate application.
ystmusic.nus.edu.sg
Nursing Year 12 or higher level pass in any two of the following:
medicine.nus.edu.sg/nursing Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Physics, Physical Science,
either Mathematics or Further Mathematics
Note: Shortlisted applicants will be notified via the Online Application Status Facility in April. In the event that the
University cannot conduct face-to-face interviews, an online assessment may be conducted instead.
Specific Requirements
Architecture, Dentistry, Dentistry, Law or Yong Siew Toh
Industrial Design, Medicine Courses: Conservatory of Music
Landscape Architecture, Submit actual results by Programmes:
Law, Medicine or Nursing the closing dates applicable Apply separately to the
Courses: to the qualification you Conservatory. Applicants
Look out for notification via are applying with, as will be informed
the Online Application Status shortlisting for tests and separately. An audition
Facility to attend additional interviews is based on will be conducted for
tests and/or interviews in April. actual results. shortlisted applicants.
nus.edu/oasf
08 Many New Experiences. One Big Adventure.
Single Degree Courses*
Degree Programme Minimum Subject Requirements
Biomedical Engineering Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics and
eng.nus.edu.sg/bme either Physics or Chemistry
Business Administration Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics
bba.nus.edu
Business Administration (Accountancy) Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics
bba.nus.edu
Business Analytics Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics
comp.nus.edu.sg
Chemical Engineering Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics,
chbe.nus.edu.sg Physics and Chemistry
Civil Engineering Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics and
eng.nus.edu.sg/cee either Physics or Chemistry
Computer Engineering Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics and
ceg.nus.edu.sg either Physics or Chemistry
Computer Science Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics
comp.nus.edu.sg
Electrical Engineering Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics and
ece.nus.edu.sg either Physics or Chemistry
Engineering Science Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics and
eng.nus.edu.sg/esp Physics
Environmental Engineering Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics,
eng.nus.edu.sg/cee Physics and Chemistry
Environmental Studies Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics and
envstudies.nus.edu.sg either Biology or Chemistry
Food Science & Technology Year 12 or higher level pass in any two of the
fst.nus.edu.sg following: Biology or Chemistry or Computing
or Physics or Physical Science or Mathematics/
Further Mathematics
* You can also apply for Double Degree, Double Major or Major-Minor Programmes after your first year at NUS (subject
to approval from Faculties and Schools). For more information, visit nus.edu/studyoptions
NUS Undergraduate Prospectus for International Students 2021/2022 09
Degree Programme Minimum Subject Requirements
Humanities and Sciences Refer to chs.nus.edu.sg for additional
chs.nus.edu.sg information on the respective majors.
Majors from Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences:
Chinese Language, Chinese Studies, Communications
and New Media, Economics, English Language, English
Literature, Geography, Global Studies, History, Japanese
Studies, Malay Studies, Philosophy, Political Science,
Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, South Asian
Studies, Southeast Asian Studies, Theatre Studies
Majors from Faculty of Science: Chemistry, Data
Science and Analytics, Life Sciences, Mathematics,
Physics, Quantitative Finance, Statistics
Industrial & Systems Engineering Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics and
isem.nus.edu.sg either Physics or Chemistry
Information Security Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics
comp.nus.edu.sg
Information Systems Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics
comp.nus.edu.sg
Materials Science & Engineering Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics and
mse.nus.edu.sg either Physics or Chemistry
Mechanical Engineering Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics and
eng.nus.edu.sg/me either Physics or Chemistry
Pharmaceutical Science Strong Year 12 or higher level pass in Chemistry
pharmacy.nus.edu.sg and Biology or Mathematics or Physics
Pharmacy Strong Year 12 or higher level pass in Chemistry
pharmacy.nus.edu.sg and Biology or Mathematics or Physics
Philosophy, Politics, and Economics Applicants would be required to submit an
nus.edu/fass-ppe essay as part of the selection process. Refer to
fas.nus.edu.sg/ppe-academics/admission-
requirements.html for additional information.
Project & Facilities Management Year 12 or higher level pass in Chemistry or
bdg.nus.edu.sg Mathematics or Physics
Real Estate Year 12 or higher level pass in Chemistry or
rst.nus.edu.sg Mathematics or Physics
Note: International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma applicants, refer to nus.edu.sg/oam/apply-to-nus/international-
baccalaureate-(ib)-diploma/subject-pre-requisites for subject requirements.
For more information on course and subject prerequisites, visit
nus.edu/internationalprereq
10 Many New Experiences. One Big Adventure.
Qualifications &
Admission Requirements
To apply, you should fulfil Caribbean Advanced Proficiency
Examination (CAPE)
the following academic
Completed CAPE with at least Grade II
qualifications and have either
passes in all six subjects of which three
completed or are in your subjects are two-unit subjects.
final year of High School.
Danish Studentereksamen*
Completed Danish Studentereksamen
(STX, HHX or HTX) with an overall
A Level (AQA, Cambridge, Edexcel, average score of 9 or better and similar
London, OCR, Oxford International scores in relevant Level A and B subjects.
AQA)* C1 Advanced, IELTS, PTE Academic or
Completed A Level with at least three TOEFL is required.
Advanced Level subject grades. Grades
from two sittings taken within a European Baccalaureate Diploma*
12-month period can be considered. Completed Diploma with at least 80%
Applicants with good grades in four pass in 10 subjects.
Advanced Level subjects are preferred.
American High School Diploma
Completed High School and supported
with either ACT with Writing or SAT,
together with SAT Subject Tests.
Australian Qualifications
Completed High School with at least
ATAR of 90 or OP of 6.
Brunei A Level*
Completed A Level with three Advanced
Level and two AS Level subjects
(including GP) in the same sitting of the
examination.
Canadian High School
Qualifications*
Completed High School with at least
85% for each subject.NUS Undergraduate Prospectus for International Students 2021/2022 11
French Baccalaureate Diploma* Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary
Completed Diploma with an average of Education (HKDSE)
15 or better. C1 Advanced, IELTS, PTE Completed HKDSE with passes in four
Academic or TOEFL is required. Level 3 core subjects, with English Level
4 or better, and two elective subjects.
Gao Kao or PRC National College
Entrance Examination Indian Standard 12 (All
Completed Gao Kao with C1 Advanced, Qualifications)
IELTS, PTE Academic or TOEFL. Senior Completed or are completing Indian
Middle 3 students who are not taking Standard 12 in the year of admission.
the Gao Kao examination should apply State Board applicants must submit
under ‘Other High School Qualifications’. either ACT with Writing or SAT, together
with SAT Subject Tests in addition to
German Abitur* their Standard 12 results.
Completed Abitur with an overall Applicants completing Standard 12 in
average of 2.0 or better. C1 Advanced, the year of admission are not eligible
IELTS, PTE Academic or TOEFL is to apply for Dentistry, Law, Medicine
required. and Nursing. (The University may
conduct additional aptitude tests for
Architecture, Industrial Design and
Landscape Architecture in June, subject
to availability.)
Indonesian Ujian Nasional (UN)
Completed UN with C1 Advanced, IELTS,
PTE Academic or TOEFL.
Applicants completing High School in
the year of admission will compete for
the University Entrance Examination; C1
Advanced, IELTS, PTE Academic or TOEFL
will not be required for these applicants.
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Diploma
Completed or are completing the IB
Diploma in the year of admission with at
least three HL and three SL subjects, plus
TOK and EE. English must be one of the
subjects. IB Certificate is not eligible to
gain admission.
* Applicants without actual results must submit
either ACT with Writing or SAT, together with SAT
Subject Tests for consideration. Applicants may
submit ACT with Writing in lieu of SAT.12 Many New Experiences. One Big Adventure.
Italian Diploma di Esame di Stato*
Completed Italian Diploma di Esame di Stato
with an overall average of at least 88%.
Kazakhstan Certificate of General
Secondary Education*
Completed High School qualification
supported with either ACT with Writing or
SAT, together with SAT Subject Tests.
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Secondary
School Graduation Certificate*
Completed High School qualification
supported with either ACT with Writing or
SAT, together with SAT Subject Tests.
Mauritius High School Certificate
Completed Mauritius A Level with a good
pass in at least three A Level subjects and
two AS level subjects (including GP), taken
in the same sitting.
New Zealand National Certificate of
Thai Mathayom 6
Educational Achievement (NCEA)
Level 3 Completed Mathayom 6 with overall GPA
of at least 3.0 with C1 Advanced, IELTS, PTE
Completed NCEA at Level 3 with Merit, and
Academic or TOEFL.
attained University Entrance Certificate.
Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)
Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia
(STPM) Completed or completing UEC in the year of
Completed or are completing STPM with at admission with EL1119, C1 Advanced, IELTS,
least B for all subjects and MUET of 200. MUET, PTE Academic or TOEFL.
Sri Lanka A Level Vietnam National High School
Graduation Examination
Completed Sri Lanka A Level with C1
Advanced, IELTS, PTE Academic or TOEFL. Completed High School Graduation
Examination with C1 Advanced, IELTS, PTE
Taiwan Senior High School Academic or TOEFL.
Completed General Scholastic Ability Test Applicants completing High School in
(GSAT) with C1 Advanced, IELTS, PTE the year of admission will compete for
Academic or TOEFL. Applicants who are not the University Entrance Examination; C1
taking the GSAT should apply under ‘Other Advanced, IELTS, PTE Academic or TOEFL
High School Qualifications’. will not be required for these applicants.NUS Undergraduate Prospectus for International Students 2021/2022 13
English Language
Requirement
English Language is the University’s
language of instruction. Besides
submitting your high school
qualifications for admission
consideration, you may also need to
submit an English Language Test score or
sit for the Qualifying English Test (QET).
To check if you are required to submit
an English Language Test score, refer to
pages 10 to 13. English Language Test
scores are valid for two years.
To check if you need to sit for the QET,
visit nus.edu/qet
English Minimum
Language Acceptable
Test Score for
Admissions
C1 Advanced 180
or Cambridge
English: Advanced
EL1119 C6
IELTS1, 2 6.5 for overall,
Other High School Qualifications* reading and
writing
Completed High School qualification
MUET 200
supported with either ACT with Writing or
SAT, together with SAT Subject Tests. PTE Academic 62 for overall,
reading and
writing
TOEFL1, 3, 4 580 for
paper-based;
92–93 for
internet-based
* Applicants without actual results must submit either 1
Different English Language requirements apply
ACT with Writing or SAT, together with SAT Subject for Law. Refer to page 7 for more information.
Tests for consideration. Applicants may submit ACT
with Writing in lieu of SAT.
2
IELTS Indicator scores are not accepted.
3
Only TOEFL iBT scores from a single test date are
For other qualifications, accepted; MyBest scores will not be accepted.
please refer to our website: 4
TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition scores are
nus.edu/internationalqualifications accepted.14 Many New Experiences. One Big Adventure.
Additional
Qualifications
You may need to submit additional tests or ACT with Writing
qualifications on top of your high school The ACT consists of five sections:
qualifications. Refer to the Qualifications & English, Mathematics, Reading, Science
Admission Requirements from pages 10 to and Writing Test (optional). Apart from
13 to check if you are required to do so. the minimum composite score of 29;
the writing component score of 8 has
to be met. The writing component is
compulsory if you are submitting ACT
with Writing in lieu of SAT. All ACT
sections (inclusive of writing) have to be
taken in one sitting. We do not accept
a combination of scores from different
sittings. The validity of ACT scores is
five years.
www.act.orgNUS Undergraduate Prospectus for International Students 2021/2022 15
SAT
The SAT consists of two sections:
Evidence-Based Reading & Writing,
and Mathematics. All SAT sections
have to be taken in one sitting. We
do not accept a combination of scores
from different sittings. The minimum
acceptable test scores are 600 for
Evidence-Based Reading & Writing, and
650 for Mathematics.
SAT Subject Tests
You must submit three subject tests as
follows:
• Mathematics Level 2*
• A second subject of your choice
(excluding Mathematics Level 1)
• A third subject of your choice
(excluding Mathematics Level 1)
* Mathematics Level 2 is a compulsory subject
for all courses except Law. Applicants applying
for admission to Law may take any subject
combination for the SAT Subject Tests.
For SAT Subject Tests, we accept scores
for three subjects that are taken within
two sittings over 12 months. Please
University Entrance
choose the second and third subject
based on the subject prerequisites of Examination (UEE)
the courses you are applying for. The You may need to take the UEE if you
minimum acceptable SAT Subject Test present certain academic qualifications
score is 650 for each subject. in your admission application. If you
are taking the UEE, your admission
You may submit your valid SAT and eligibility will be based on your
SAT Subject Tests scores for admission performance. Unless invited, you
consideration. SAT and SAT Subject Test cannot take or appeal to take the UEE.
scores are valid for five years. Refer to the website for latest updates.
sat.collegeboard.org nus.edu/uee16 Many New Experiences. One Big Adventure.
Scholarships
As an international applicant, you will automatically be considered
for the following scholarships without needing to submit a
separate application. You will be informed if you are shortlisted.
nus.edu/internationalscholarship
Scholarship Nationalities Eligibility Qualifications
ASEAN Citizens of ASEAN All undergraduate Qualifications
Undergraduate countries, except programmes leading to that render
Scholarship Singapore a first degree students eligible
for undergraduate
Science & Citizens of Asian Any Computing,
admission to NUS
Technology countries, except Engineering or Science
Undergraduate Singapore undergraduate
Scholarship programme except
PharmacyNUS Undergraduate Prospectus for International Students 2021/2022 17
Financial Aid
Estimated Living Expenses Tuition Fee Loan
A full-time international undergraduate A Tuition Fee Loan (TFL) is also available on
student incurs about S$10,400 in living top of the MOE Tuition Grant to offset your
expenses per year, based on a conservative tuition fee. The value of the TFL is up to
estimate of expenses required for a 90% of the subsidised tuition fee payable
comfortable lifestyle on campus. by Singapore Citizens for the same course.
Please refer to the calculation scenario below
nus.edu/livingexpenses
to understand how it works.
Financial Assistance Schemes Tuition Fee and Living Singapore
Loans, bursaries and work-study Expenses Dollars (S$)
opportunities are available to needy
Subsidised Tuition Fee 17,550
students. Simply apply for financial aid
Payable after deducting
online from 1 November. Apply before the
the MOE Tuition Grant
admission application closing date for early
consideration of NUS Donated Bursaries. Estimated Living Expenses 10,400
including on-campus
nus.edu/applyfinancialaid accommodation
Total Amount Payable (A) 27,950
MOE Tuition Grant
A Tuition Grant, provided by the Ministry Financial Aid Funds Singapore
of Education, is awarded to international Dollars (S$)
students on a competitive basis to help Tuition Fee Loan 7,380
defray the costs of university education. 90% of Singaporean
subsidised tuition fee
If your application for a Tuition Grant is (i.e. 90% of S$8,200)
successful and you have accepted it, you
NUS Study Loan 4,420
will pay subsidised fees, and are required
10% of Singaporean
to work for a Singapore entity for three
subsidised tuition fee +
years upon graduation. If you are not
S$3,600 living allowance
successful, or have chosen not to apply
for a Tuition Grant, you will pay non- NUS Bursary 1,050
subsidised fees. You will also not be eligible Total Financial Aid Funds (B) 12,850
for NUS and MOE-funded or administered
Financial Aid and Scholarships during your Estimated Annual Out-of- 15,100
entire course candidature. pocket Amount Payable
(A) – (B)
nus.edu/ugfees
Online Financial Needs
Calculator
For information on Financial Aid, visit
nus.edu/financialneedscalculator nus.edu.sg/oam/financialaid18 Many New Experiences. One Big Adventure. 5 application questions to ask. #1. #5. Which courses should you When are admissions apply for? outcomes released? Do your research and make a list of your We release outcomes progressively from top course choices (check that you fulfil the March to July – so hang tight. While you subject prerequisites). You can indicate up wait, relax. Have fun. Follow our social to five choices on your application form, media (turn to the back). See you in August! so make the most of it! nus.edu.sg/oam/undergraduate- programmes #2. What documents do you need? Refer to ‘8 things to prepare’ on the facing page and make clear digital copies of the necessary documents. #3. When do you apply? When you are ready – and when applications open (also, take note of the closing date that applies to you). Find a quiet place and set aside 20 to 30 minutes to do it. nus.edu/internationalapply #4. How do you get updates on your application? Via the Online Application Status Facility (OASF), so check back often. Look out for notifications about tests and interviews (if applicable), or requests for additional documents. nus.edu/oasf
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8 things A few dates
to prepare. to remember.
November
Online Application Form
Online Application Opens
Submit your application online
Application Fee (S$20)
and make payment for the
application fee.
Completed Application
Checklist
Financial Aid Application
Submit an online application for
Copy of all Academic
financial aid by the admission
Qualifications
application closing date if you
require financial assistance for
Copy of Additional
your studies.
Qualifications and Results
(if applicable)
February
Copy of your Passport University Entrance
or Birth Certificate or Examination (UEE)
Identification Card (clearly Sit for UEE, if shortlisted.
reflecting your full name
and date of birth)
April
Admission Tests and/or
Copy of Medical Report(s)
Interviews
if you have or had any
Attend admission tests and/
illnesses or disabilities
or interviews in Singapore,
applicable to shortlisted
Criminal Record(s)
applicants of selected courses.
(if applicable)
March to July
Release of Admission
Outcome
If you are successful, you will
receive an email notification.
You will also be informed of your
financial aid application status.
For exact dates and latest updates,
visit nus.edu/internationalapplySpend a Day in NUS
Experience the life of an NUS student – watch @NUSadmissions
a student performance, dine at a canteen or
simply wander around the campus.
nus.edu/experiencenus
Go on a Campus Tour
Explore the unique University Town and
visit the vibrant Central Library area solo or
with a guided tour to soak in the friendly
atmosphere.
nus.edu/campustour
Chat with Our Students
Talk to our student ambassadors to glean
real-life personal insights into student life at
NUS or get that burning question of yours
answered.
nus.edu/chatwithus
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