NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE (NUS)
BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMME
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
BLK EA, 9 ENGINEERING DRIVE 1,
#07-32 SINGAPORE 117575
FAX: (65) 6777 3525
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE
Faculty of Engineering
Details of the programme and admissions can be found at:
https://btech.eng.nus.edu.sg
Enquiries on admissions can be directed to:
btech_admission@nus.edu.sg
For other general enquiries, please email to:
btechadmin@nus.edu.sg
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BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMME
Printed on 27.02.2014
AY14/15
FOREWORD
We are frequently reminded of the impact that
the relentless pace of technological advances has
on our lives. The internet, mobile communication
and computers are but a few examples of the
technologies that are having a profound effect on
the way we work, play and interact socially. Against
this backdrop, it is imperative that you as a
technologist not only learn how to work comfortably
with, and adapt to, new technologies but also how
to be able to develop and apply them for the good
and well-being of society. In the process, you will be
contributing positively to the economy, developing
professionally and remaining employable.
The key to achieving this goal is to acquire strong
thinking, learning and problem-solving skills in the
technological arena. One of the best ways to attain
these skills is through a university degree. However,
completing a degree course demands a considerable
Vision
Mission
Impact and Influence through
Education, Innovation and
Practice
To provide a unique opportunity and learning experience for working adults
aspiring to achieve an engineering degree from a distinguished engineering
school to fulfil the engineering manpower needs of society effectively
amount of time, effort and money and it is therefore
important that you choose the right university and
the right programme for your particular circumstances.
The National University of Singapore (NUS) is a renowned
educational institution of higher learning, not just in
Singapore but world-wide as well. It has consistently
been ranked among the top universities in the world
and compares favourably with leading universities in
Europe and the United States. Teaching and laboratory
facilities at NUS are excellent and the teaching
staff is of high quality. The Faculty of Engineering at
NUS has consistently been ranked among the top 15
world-wide in the Technology category.
To cater for polytechnic diploma holders who aspire to
an engineering degree but would like to work fulltime at the same time, the Faculty of Engineering
offers a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) Programme
in which the curriculum structure and courses are specially designed to meet their
needs and background. Classes are held in the evenings and programme completion is
through accumulation of sufficient modular credits to meet graduation requirements,
thereby giving you the flexibility to study at your own pace according to your
particular work situation and family circumstances. The monetary cost of getting an
NUS B.Tech degree is reasonable and significantly lower than if you were to study
overseas, not to mention the opportunity cost. Furthermore, Singapore Citizens and
Permanent Residents currently enjoy subsidies given by the Ministry of Education.
The B.Tech degrees are fully accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Board of
the Institution of Engineers Singapore. Under the Washington Accord of which
Singapore is a signatory, the B.Tech degrees are recognized by many countries
such as Australia, United States and United Kingdom. This means that with a
B.Tech degree, you are deemed to have equivalent academic qualifications in
these countries, thereby widening your scope and opportunity to undertake
professional engineering work in major economies globally.
Do seriously consider pursuing a B.Tech Degree and begin your journey towards
earning a well-recognised degree while you work.
Associate Professor
Chau Fook Siong
Director
Bachelor of Technology Programme
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NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE (NUS)
Founded in 1905, NUS is the most established university in Singapore with
a very rich history and distinguished alumni. Unrelenting in its pursuit of
excellence in education, research and service, it strives towards transforming
itself into a global knowledge enterprise and becoming a key node in the
global network of leading institutions at the forefront of ideas.
With outstanding faculty drawn from among the best in the world and
plugged into the global education network, it nurtures the best and the
brightest and transforms them into future leaders for the global marketplace.
Over the past four decades, many of its graduates have played key roles in
the “Singapore miracle” – the transformation, in a single generation, of a
tiny third world island-state, mired in poverty and beset with problems, into
a thriving cosmopolis and one of the richest nations on earth.
http://www.nus.edu.sg/
NUS FACULTY OF
ENGINEERING
The Faculty of Engineering is the
largest faculty in the National
University of Singapore with close
to 10000 students. It is responsible
for educating tomorrow’s engineerleaders with a global outlook to
power Singapore’s knowledgebased economy. With a rich
international mix of outstanding
faculty and an excellent learning
and research environment, the
Faculty has made much progress in
its aspiration to be a globally
distinguished Engineering school
recognised for its excellence in
education, research and service. In
the latest survey by Times Higher
Education Supplement in UK, NUS
was ranked no. 13 in the world’s
top universities in Engineering
and Technology.
The Faculty is a vibrant community
and comprises ten departments,
divisions and programmes:
Bachelor of Technology, Biomedical
Engineering, Chemical & Biomolecular
Engineering, Civil & Environmental
Engineering, Electrical & Computer
Engineering, Engineering & Technology
Management, Engineering Science,
Industrial & Systems Engineering,
Materials Science and Engineering;
and Mechanical Engineering. It
offers a number of undergraduate
and graduate degree programmes
leading to the degrees of Bachelor
of Engineering, Bachelor of
Technology, Master of Engineering,
Master of Science and Doctor of
Philosophy. Many of the best
engineering brains in Singapore
are graduates of the Faculty.
http://www.eng.nus.edu.sg
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BACHELOR OF TECHNOLOGY (B.TECH) PROGRAMME
The Bachelor of Technology Programme is a part-time programme leading to one of the following degrees:
J Bachelor of Technology (Chemical Engineering)
J Bachelor of Technology (Electronics Engineering)
J Bachelor of Technology (Industrial & Management Engineering)
J Bachelor of Technology (Mechanical Engineering)
The B.Tech Programme is a high-quality part-time evenings-only programme introduced in
response to the strong aspirations of the large number of working polytechnic diploma holders to
upgrade themselves towards an engineering degree. Specially tailored to meet the background
and needs of polytechnic graduates working in local industry, it provides an affordable avenue
for these graduates to upgrade without having to leave their jobs or to go overseas. The high
opportunity cost of giving up their jobs and losing their income for several years, and the high
living cost overseas have attracted many to the B.Tech Programme. The modular structure of the
course also enables students to study at their own pace depending on their family and work
commitments. To date, more than 5000 students have taken advantage of the opportunity offered
by the B.Tech Programme and more than 2700 B.Tech graduates are now enjoying the fruits of
their effort, working in higher positions in industry.
Students enrolled in the B.Tech Programme study while they continue to acquire work experience.
This mode of study, while more demanding, has the significant advantage that theories and
analyses learned in the classroom can readily be related and translated to actual applications in
engineering practice and vice versa. Furthermore, by the time they graduate, B.Tech students
would not only have acquired a highly recognised degree from a Faculty ranked among the top
13 global universities for Engineering and Technology, they would also have gained several years
of valuable industrial work experience.
The B.Tech courses follow closely the academic curriculum of, and are of comparable academic
standards with, the full-time Bachelor of Engineering courses offered in NUS. The same highly
qualified lecturers and first-class laboratory facilities are used. Graduates of the B.Tech Programme
have been admitted to Masters and Ph.D studies at NUS and elsewhere.
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ACCREDITATION
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The Engineering Accreditation Board (EAB) of Singapore
has granted full accreditation to all B.Tech degrees.
Singapore became a full signatory of the Washington Accord
in June 2006. Under the Washington Accord, these degrees
will thus be mutually recognized by other signatory countries
which include the US, UK, Canada, Australia, and more
than a dozen other countries.
Minimum Admission Requirement : A polytechnic
diploma in a relevant field of engineering, or
equivalent local/foreign qualifications.
APPLICATIONS FOR ADMISSION
There are two intakes a year for all the B.Tech courses with
Intake I commencing in August and Intake II commencing in
January of each Academic Year. Applications for admission
will be invited through the local newspapers.
Working Experience : Applicants with at
least two years of relevant working experience.
Other considerations : Any evidence of
post-diploma academic preparation including
Advanced diploma, and any other mathematics
and foundational engineering courses will be
taken into account. Company sponsorship will be
an advantage.
Applicants may, at the discretion of the Board of
Selection, be required to undergo such other tests as
may be set to assess their suitability for admission and
to appear for an interview.
Details of the courses and information on the
application procedure can be found in the B.Tech
website: https://btech.eng.nus.edu.sg
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COURSE FEES FOR AY14/15
DESCRIPTION
AMOUNT
Application Fee
one time non-refundable payment upon submission
of the application for admission
S$20
Tuition Fees and Administrative Fee
Around S$40,000
All the fees quoted above are inclusive of GST. Fees are currently under review. The
University reserves the right to alter fees at any time without notice.
TUITION FEES SUBSIDY
Eligible Singaporeans and Singapore PRs enjoy subsidies of 55% and 20% of the tuition fees
respectively. Other miscellaneous fees are not subsidised. To be eligible, student must be
at least 21 years old, full-time employed and have not previously received a government
subsidy/sponsorship for a completed first degree (local or overseas).
COURSE STRUCTURE
The B.Tech curriculum structure follows that of the normal 160 MCs (Modular Credits)
four-year full-time programmes. As all students admitted into the B.Tech Programme must
have the minimum of a recognised polytechnic diploma, they are granted upon admission,
advanced placement credits of 40 MCs which is equivalent to one year of the four-year
full-time courses. As such, all B.Tech students are admitted directly as Stage 2 (Year 2) students
and to qualify for the B.Tech degree, a student must take and pass a minimum of 120 MCs of
modules according to Table 1 below and achieve a cumulative point average (CAP) of at least 2.0.
Table 1. B.Tech Degree Requirement
Minimum MC requirements
for B.Tech Degree
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
UNIVERSITY LEVEL REQUIREMENTS (ULR)
General Education Module
4
Singapore Studies
4
Breadth
8
Sub-total
16
PROGRAMME REQUIREMENTS
Ethics in Engineering
4
Foundational and Major Requirements
88
Sub-total
UNRESTRICTED ELECTIVE MODULES (UEM)
92
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Grand-total
120
Note: 1) ULR and UEM modules in Table 1 are common to all B.Tech courses except for
modules in the P rogramme Requirements, which are specific to a particular B.Tech course.
2) Individual B.Tech Programme may require more than the minimum MC listed in Table 1.
The curriculum structure is completely modular with fees based on modules enrolled and
students have complete flexibility to study at their own comfortable pace and have a good
work, family and study balance.
All classes are conducted in the evenings from 6 pm to 9.30 pm on weekdays, with some
classes held on Saturday afternoons. Each academic year comprises two 18-week semesters
and one 10-week special term.
A typical student, attending classes three evenings a week, would be able to complete his/her
degree requirements in 4 years. However, the completely modular structure of courses allows
students to study at their own pace and they can take up to a maximum period of 8 years
(inclusive of approved leave of absence) to complete their degree.
CLASSIFICATIONS OF DEGREE
The Degree of Bachelor of Technology has the following honours classifications:
(i) First Class Honours
(ii) Second Class Honours (Upper Division)
(iii) Second Class Honours (Lower Division)
(iv) Third Class Honours
(vi) Pass
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The Chemical industry, second largest sector in Singapore,
has been playing a vital role in shaping Singapore’s
economy. The Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
Department in NUS provides the critical link between the
sciences, particularly the chemical and life sciences, and
engineering by bridging the gap between molecularlevel, laboratory-scale studies of chemical and biological
transformations and large-scale industrial production
operations.
Our students are put through rigorous training and
exposure in areas such as Materials Science, Heat and Mass
Transfer, Fluid Mechanics, Chemical Engineering
Thermodynamics and Reactor System. We hope to develop
an understanding of and an ability to apply basic
Mathematics, chemical and physical and information
sciences to the practice of Chemical Engineering. This will
equip students with the knowledge and skills required
not only for immediate employment as a professional
engineer but also to prepare them for their careers in the
future and for life-long learning.
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PROGRAMME FOUNDATIONAL AND MAJOR
REQUIREMENTS (88 MCS)
Essential Modules (76 MCs)
CN1111E
CN2116E
CN2121E
CN2122E
CN2125E
CN3121E
CN3124E
CN3132E
CN3135E
CN3421E
CN4118E
CN4122E
CN4123E
TC1401
TC1422
TC2401
TC2421
Chemical Engineering Principles
Chemical Kinetics and Reactor Design
Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics
Fluid Mechanics
Heat and Mass Transfer
Process Dynamics and Control
Particle Technology
Separation Processes
Process Safety, Health and Environment
Process Modeling & Numerical Simulation
B.Tech Dissertation
Process Synthesis and Simulation
Design Project
Mathematics I
Materials for Chemical Engineers
Mathematics II
Mathematics for Chemical Engineers
Elective Modules (12 MCs) *
CN4203E
CN4205E
CN4208E
CN4210E
CN4211E
CN4215E
CN4216E
CN4217E
CN4227E
CN4229E
CN4231E
CN4238E
CN4240E
CN4242E
CN4246E
Polymer Engineering
Process Systems Engineering
Biochemical Engineering
Membrane Science and Engineering
Petrochemicals & Processing Technology
Food Technology and Engineering
Electronic Materials Science
Processing of Microelectronic Materials
Advanced Process Control
Computer Aided Chemical Engineering
Downstream Processing of Biochemical and Pharmaceutical Products
Chemical & Biochemical Process Modeling
Unit Operations and Processes for Effluent Treatment
Optimization of Chemical Processes
Chemical and Bio-Catalysis
MC
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
5
3
4
10
3
7
4
4
4
4
MC
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
Students in the B.Tech (Electronics) course will be
engaged in exciting and challenging areas such as
mobile wireless communications, intelligent robots,
distributed computing, multimedia signal processing,
nanotechnology, IC design and VLSI IC design.
Electronics Engineers have been the driving force
behind computer, microelectronic, information and
communications technologies by being able to
effectively apply fundamental concepts and integrating
knowledge from various disciplines - thus giving birth to
new innovations and technological advances.
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Not all electives modules may be offered in any semester/year. An elective module may
not be offered if there is insufficient students opting for that module at any particular
time. Subject to the approval of the Director of B.Tech, a student may select one
Level-3000 or higher module from other programmes within the Faculty of Engineering.
Note: A module with module code CNxxxE is equivalent to the module CNxxxx offered
to the full-time students. Subject to the approval of the Director of B.Tech and the ChBE
Department, a student may select a full-time equivalent module in place of any CNxxxxE
module.
Lecturers are drawn mainly from the Electrical &
Computer Engineering Department, which is the largest
department in the Faculty of Engineering. Students will
have the opportunity to work with academic staff in
cutting-edge research in the Department’s extensive
and modern research laboratories and facilities.
Details of the modules can be found in our website:
https://btech.eng.nus.edu.sg
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PROGRAMME FOUNDATIONAL AND MAJOR
REQUIREMENTS (88 MCS)
Essential Modules (64 MCs)
MC
4
4
5
4
4
5
3
3
4
4
4
4
12
4
Elective Modules (24 MCs) *
MC
EE1001E
EE2011E
EE2020E
EE2021E
EE2023E
EE2024E
EE2031E
EE2032E
EE3031E
TE2002
TE2003
TE2101
TE4001
TG1401
Emerging Technologies in Electrical Engineering
Engineering Electromagnetics
Digital Fundamentals
Devices & Circuits
Signals & Systems
Programming for Computer Interfaces
Circuits & Systems Design Lab
Signals & Communications Design Lab
Innovation & Enterprise I
Engineering Mathematics II
Advanced Mathematics for Engineers
Programming Methodology
B.Tech Dissertation
Engineering Mathematics I
COMMUNICATIONS
EE3104E
EE3131E
EE3731E
EE4101E
EE4112E
EE4113E
Introduction to RF and Microwave Systems and Circuits
Communication Systems
Signal Processing Methods
RF Communications
HF Techniques
Digital Communication and Coding
4
4
4
4
4
4
COMPUTER ENGINEERING
EE3204E
EE3206E
EE3207E
EE3208E
EE3731E
EE4210E
EE4214E
TE3201
Computer Communication Networks I
Introduction to Computer Vision and Image Processing
Computer Architecture
Embedded Computer Systems Design
Signal Processing Methods
Computer Communication Networks II
Real time Embedded Systems
Software Engineering
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
INDUSTRIAL & MANAGEMENT
ENGINEERING
MICROELECTRONICS
EE3408E
EE3431E
EE4408E
EE4411E
EE4412E
EE4415E
Integrated Analog Design
Microelectronics Materials and Devices
Silicon Device Reliability
Silicon Processing Technology
Technology and Modelling of Silicon Transistors
Integrated Digital Design
4
4
4
4
4
4
GENERAL
EE3013E
EE3302E
EE3331E
EE3407E
EE3501E
EE4305E
IE2130E
ME4245E
TE3801
Labview for Electrical Engineers
Industrial Control Systems
Feedback Control Systems
Analog Electronics
Power Electronics
Introduction to Fuzzy/Neural Systems
Quality Engineering I
Robot Kinematics, Dynamics and Control
Robust Design of Electronic Circuits
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
Industrial & Management Engineering was launched in
August 2007. This programme is hosted by the Industrial
and Systems Engineering Department. Staff members in
the Industrial and Systems Engineering Department are
active in research. The Department has strong links with
several academic departments and research institutes in
the University, and with ISE-related industrial and
government organizations.
For latest updates, please refer to B.Tech website.
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Not all electives modules may be offered in any semester/year. An elective module may
not be offered if there is insufficient students opting for that module at any particular
time. Unless exemption is obtained from the Director of B.Tech, a student must read
• at least three Level-4000 electives.
• two electives from the following list (EE3013E, EE3104E, EE3131E, EE3331E, EE3431E,
EE3408E, EE3501E, EE3731E and TE3201) and
• one elective from the following list (EE3013E, EE3207E, EE3208E, EE3407E, EE3408E,
EE3501E, EE4415E and TE3801).
Two of the above constraints can be satisfied by taking a module common to the requirements.
In addition, subject to the approval of the Director of B.Tech, a student may select up to
two Level-3000 or higher modules from other programmes within the Faculty of Engineering.
Note: A module with module code EExxxxE is equivalent to the module EExxxx offered
to the full-time students. Subject to the approval of the Director of B.Tech and the ECE
Department, a student may select a full-time equivalent module in place of any EExxxxE module.
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Details of the modules can be found in our website:
https://btech.eng.nus.edu.sg
The Industrial & Management Engineering course
introduces the analytical methods used to support the
operations of industrial systems that produce goods and
services. This will equip students with the understanding
of the fundamental processes necessary for this production
and the tools and techniques commonly deployed to
create effective and efficient systems. The programme
aims to graduate professional industrial and management
engineers who have a strong foundation in the relevant
modeling and methodological expertise together with a
systems mindset who can contribute to society through
innovation, enterprise and leadership.
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PROGRAMME FOUNDATIONAL AND MAJOR
REQUIREMENTS (89 MCS)
Essential Modules (73 MCs)
IE2010E
IE2100E
IE2110E
IE2120E
IE2130E
IE2140E
IE2150E
IE3010E
IE3100E
IE3101E
IE3110E
IE4100E
IE4240E
TE2101
TG1401
Introduction to Industrial Systems
Probability Models with Applications
Operations Research I
Probability and Statistics
Quality Engineering I
Engineering Economy
Human Factors Engineering
Systems Thinking and Design
Systems Design Project
Statistics for Engineering Applications
Simulation
B.Tech Dissertation
Project Management
Programming Methodology
Engineering Mathematics I
Elective Modules (16 MCs) *
IE4220E
IE4229E
IE4230E
IE4239E
IE4242E
IE4249E
IE4259E
IE4299E
IE5108
IE5121
IE5203
IE5301
TM4209
Supply Chain Modelling
Selected Topics in Logistics
Quality Engineering II
Selected Topics in Quality Engineering
Cost Analysis and Management
Selected Topics in Engineering Management
Selected Topics in Systems Engineering
Selected Topics in Industrial Engineering
Facility Layout and Location
Quality Planning and Management
Decision Analysis
Human Factors in Engineering and Design
Management of New Product Development
MC
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
8
4
5
12
4
4
4
MC
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
This course is hosted by the Department of Mechanical
Engineering which has over 70 highly qualified academic
staff members, all of whom are actively engaged at the
frontiers of research and development and dedicated to
teaching. The Department also has excellent supporting
laboratory facilities for both teaching and project work.
The Mechanical course emphasises strongly engineering
fundamentals illustrated liberally with engineering
applications so as to prepare students and give them the
confidence to learn on their own in a rapidly changing
technological environment.
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Not all electives modules may be offered in any semester/year. An elective module
may not be offered if there is insufficient students opting for that module at any
particular time. Subject to the approval of the Director of B.Tech, a student may select
one Level-3000 or higher module from other programmes within the Faculty
of Engineering.
Note: A module with module code IExxxxE is equivalent to the module IExxxx offered
to the full-time students. Subject to the approval of the Director of B.Tech and the ISE
Department, a student may select a full-time equivalent module in place of any IExxxxE
module.
Details of the modules can be found in our website:
https://btech.eng.nus.edu.sg
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WHAT OUR GRADUATES SAY...
PROGRAMME FOUNDATIONAL AND MAJOR
REQUIREMENTS (88 MCS)
Essential Modules (68 MCs)
ME2101E
ME2114E
ME2121E
ME2134E
ME2135E
ME2142E
ME2143E
ME2151E
ME3112E
ME3122E
ME3162E
TG1401
TM2401
TM3101
TM4101
Fundamentals of Mechanical Design
Mechanics of Materials II
Engineering Thermodynamics
Fluid Mechanics I
Fluid Mechanics II
Feedback Control Systems
Sensors and Actuators
Principles of Mechanical Engineering Materials
Mechanics of Machines
Heat Transfer
Manufacturing Processes
Engineering Mathematics I
Engineering Mathematics II
Mechanical Systems Design
B.Tech Dissertation
Elective Modules (20 MCs) *
IE2010E
IE2130E
ME3211E
ME3241E
ME3242E
ME3251E
ME3261E
ME3263E
ME3291E
ME4213E
ME4223E
ME4225E
ME4234E
ME4245E
ME4251E
ME4254E
ME4261E
ME4262E
ME4283E
TM4209
TM4263
TM4264
*
Introduction to Industrial Systems
Quality Engineering I
Mechanics of Solids
Microprocessor Applications
Industrial Automation
Materials for Engineers
Computer Aided Design and Manufacturing
Design for Manufacture and Assembly
Numerical Methods in Engineering
Vibration Theory and Applications
Thermal Environmental Engineering
Industrial Heat Transfer
Experimental Methods in Fluid Mechanics
Robot Kinematics, Dynamics and Control
Thermal Engineering of Materials
Materials in Engineering Design
Tool Engineering
Automation in Manufacturing
Micro fabrication Processes
The Management of New Product Development
Manufacturing Simulation and Data Communication
Fundamentals of Automotive Engineering
MC
4
3
3
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
6
12
MC
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
Not all electives modules may be offered in any semester/year. An elective module may
not be offered if there is insufficient students opting for that module at any particular
time. Subject to the approval of the Director of B.Tech, a student may select up to two
Level-3000 or higher modules from other programmes within the Faculty of Engineering.
Note: A module with module code MExxxxE is equivalent to the module MExxxx offered to
full-time students. Subject to the approval of the Director of B.Tech, a student may select a
full-time equivalent module in place of any MExxxxE module.
Details of the modules can be found in our website:
https://btech.eng.nus.edu.sg
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LAKSHMANAN RAJA
(Electronics Engineering)
“I had chosen to study in the B.Tech
Programme in NUS because NUS is
one of the world-class universities
with a strong brand name. After
graduation, I got a few offers through
the campus job fair with a decent pay
rise. I enjoyed the freedom of exploring
a few careers before settling down
with my current job as a Lecturer.
Through the B.Tech Programme, my
self confidence level, passion for lifelong
learning and the ability to manage
stressful situations have increased.
The B.Tech Programme is really a very
interesting and useful course. The
lecturers and support staff are all
great and very helpful. Thanks to the
strong influence of NUS lecturers, I
have selected teaching as my profession.”
NEELAKANDAN
SIVANANTHAM
(Mechanical Engineering)
“It had been an enriching four years
pursuing the B.Tech degree in NUS.
After enrolling into the Programme in
January 2009, I received promotions
almost every year from the position
of Technologist to Technical Specialist
and subsequently to Senior Associate
Engineer before becoming a Process
Engineer. Through B.Tech, I now
feel more confident and the added
knowledge that enables me to excel
at work surely gives me an edge. My
Final Year Project was also related to
my work and I was given an A+ grade
for it. A great deal of credit for my
present success goes to NUS B.Tech.”
DEVARAJ JAYACHANDRAN
(Chemical Engineering)
"It would not be an exaggeration if I
say the NUS B.Tech Programme and
some of the Professors I met in NUS
have completely changed my career
and life. When I first joined the
B.Tech Programme, I was not so
buoyant about my performance as I
had been away from school for more
than 7 years. Fortunately, as the
course progressed, I was fascinated
and impassioned by the intellectual
environment in NUS and committed
myself to do my best. Following my
graduation, I wanted to do a PhD and
applied to top universities in North
America and UK. I had offers from
Purdue University, Georgia Tech,
University of Pittsburgh and University
College London, all with full tuition
fee waiver and scholarship. Purdue
offered me the prestigious Lynn
Fellowship (Computational Life Sciences
Fellowship), so I joined Purdue in
2009. The B.Tech course has prepared
me well for my PhD and I expect to
graduate soon. I strongly say the sky
is the limit for B.Tech students in NUS
if they are willing to work hard.
The B.Tech people have shown that
they are ready to help and take them
to unimagined heights."
SHANELLE HU XINRU
(Industrial & Management
Engineering)
“It was my desire to continue
pursuing my study to equip myself
with more knowledge to be more
competitive in the dynamic working
environment. The B.Tech Programme
in NUS has a very good course
management system that allows
students to download lecture
materials and submit assignments
online. The course was useful and
applicable to my work. The lecturers
showed their understanding of
part-time students’ work commitments.
The course duration provided the
flexibility for part-time students to
complete the course within 4 to 8
years based on individual student’s
needs. Great thanks to NUS for
opening the door for me to the
learning paradise that is full of
knowledge, challenges and joys, and
making my dreams come true! Now,
after graduating, I feel that all the
effort that I had made was worth it
and valuable. All the hardships have
melted away with the smile and
honour of success at the end!”
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WHAT OUR STUDENTS SAY...
“I have chosen to pursue
the B.Tech Programme
in NUS because of the
University’s global standing
and the accreditation of
the B.Tech Programme. It
is also suitable for someone
like me who has been
working for many years
in the Management and
Engineering fields. After
a year’s stint at NUS,
I am fond of the
superior teaching skills
and management of the
lecturers; and the professional
and compassionate manner
of conducting students'
administrative matters by
the staff.”
U Thaung Htut (Thomas)
Industrial & Management
Engineering
2nd year student
“Qualifications are not all
about the piece of paper
we get at the end. It is
about the learning process,
self-enrichment and gearing
ourselves with the knowledge
and skills necessary to
succeed in life, which you
can achieve through NUS.
I am glad that I have made
the right choice as after
studying for a year in
the B.Tech Programme in
NUS, the professors, well
equipped facilities and
excellent online resources
have greatly benefited me
on this learning journey. I
strongly believe that NUS
will bring out the best in me
as well as every individual
through an education with
a heart.”
Chen Zhengchuan (Ethan)
Mechanical Engineering
3rd year student
"The B.Tech Programme in
NUS makes it possible for
me to pursue a prestigious
NUS degree with little
interruption to my work
schedule. The erudite
lecturers taught me many
things and this has given
me access to opportunity
and advancement. I am
convinced that NUS is a
great academy for gaining
practical knowledge."
Ong Eng Kwang
Electronics Engineering
4th year student
NUS B.TECH THE RIGHT CHOICE
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Well-recognised and highly-valued degrees in
Chemical, Electronics, Industrial & Management
and Mechanical Engineering.
Completely modular and flexible programme
structure that allows you to study at your
own pace.
J World-class NUS Professors from a Faculty
ranked top 10 worldwide (2013 QS World
University Rankings by Subject).
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having to give up your full-time job or go
overseas.
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Programmes fully accredited by the Engineering
Accreditation Board of the Institution of
Engineers, Singapore and mutually recognised
in major economies.
Excellent laboratory, library, e-learning and
teaching facilities on par with the best in the world.
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Curriculum designed to enhance knowledge
and skill set of working students.
“The B.Tech Programme in
NUS not only taught me
the essential elements in
Chemical Engineering but
also the importance of
analytical and critical
thinking skills. These skills
are useful for problem
solving both at work and
at home, making me a
better person as a whole.”
Ang Wee Siong
Chemical Engineering
4th year student
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Affordable modules-based fees.
Eligible Singaporeans and Singapore PRs
currently enjoy subsidies of 55% and 20% of the
tuition fees respectively.
SOME COMMENTS BY EAB ACCREDITATION
PANEL IN THEIR REPORTS:
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“There are robust practices and procedures in place to ensure high academic standards.”
“The graduates from the B.Tech Programme are uniquely well qualified for career progression
as professional engineers. They have achieved the academic outcomes and also have direct
practical experience in industry because of their employment. Due to having to balance study
and work, they have demonstrated outstanding commitment and time-management skills.”
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“The Programme is delivering to the expectations of students and employers.”
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