MANY NEW EXPERIENCES.ONE BIG ADVENTURE.

UNDERGRADUATEPROSPECTUSfor International Students 2021/2022

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.

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#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

#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

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#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

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3 things to pack.

#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.

#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

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Course Prerequisites

Admission to NUS is based on academic merit and open competition. Before you apply, ensure that you satisfy the subject requirements.

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Specific Requirements

Architecture, Dentistry, Industrial Design, Landscape Architecture, Law, Medicine or Nursing Courses:

Look out for notification via the Online Application Status Facility to attend additional tests and/or interviews in April.

Dentistry, Law or Medicine Courses:

Submit actual results by the closing dates applicable to the qualification you are applying with, as shortlisting for tests and interviews is based on actual results.

Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music Programmes:

Apply separately to the Conservatory. Applicants will be informed separately. An audition will be conducted for shortlisted applicants.

nus.edu/oasf

Courses Requiring Tests and/or Interviews

Degree Programme Minimum Subject Requirements

Architecturearch.nus.edu.sg

Year 12 or higher level pass in Chemistry or Mathematics or Physics or Physical Science

Dentistrydentistry.nus.edu.sg

Year 12 or higher level pass in Chemistry and either Biology or Physics

Industrial Designdid.nus.edu.sg

Year 12 or higher level pass in Arts or Economics or Mathematics or Physics

Landscape Architecturearch.nus.edu.sg

Year 12 or higher level pass in Chemistry or Mathematics or Physics or Physical Science

Lawlaw.nus.edu.sg

High level of proficiency in the English Language (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)

Medicinemedicine.nus.edu.sg

Year 12 or higher level pass in Chemistry and either Biology or Physics

Musicystmusic.nus.edu.sg

Refer to course website to file a separate application.

Nursingmedicine.nus.edu.sg/nursing

Year 12 or higher level pass in any two of the following: 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.

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Single Degree Courses*

Degree Programme Minimum Subject Requirements

Biomedical Engineeringeng.nus.edu.sg/bme

Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics and either Physics or Chemistry

Business Administrationbba.nus.edu

Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics

Business Administration (Accountancy)bba.nus.edu

Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics

Business Analyticscomp.nus.edu.sg

Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics

Chemical Engineeringchbe.nus.edu.sg

Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics,Physics and Chemistry

Civil Engineeringeng.nus.edu.sg/cee

Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics and either Physics or Chemistry

Computer Engineeringceg.nus.edu.sg

Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics and either Physics or Chemistry

Computer Sciencecomp.nus.edu.sg

Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics

Electrical Engineeringece.nus.edu.sg

Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics and either Physics or Chemistry

Engineering Scienceeng.nus.edu.sg/esp

Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics and Physics

Environmental Engineeringeng.nus.edu.sg/cee

Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics,Physics and Chemistry

Environmental Studiesenvstudies.nus.edu.sg

Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics andeither Biology or Chemistry

Food Science & Technologyfst.nus.edu.sg

Year 12 or higher level pass in any two of the 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

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Degree Programme Minimum Subject Requirements

Humanities and Scienceschs.nus.edu.sgMajors 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

Refer to chs.nus.edu.sg for additional information on the respective majors.

Industrial & Systems Engineeringisem.nus.edu.sg

Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics andeither Physics or Chemistry

Information Securitycomp.nus.edu.sg

Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics

Information Systemscomp.nus.edu.sg

Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics

Materials Science & Engineeringmse.nus.edu.sg

Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics andeither Physics or Chemistry

Mechanical Engineeringeng.nus.edu.sg/me

Year 12 or higher level pass in Mathematics andeither Physics or Chemistry

Pharmaceutical Sciencepharmacy.nus.edu.sg

Strong Year 12 or higher level pass in Chemistryand Biology or Mathematics or Physics

Pharmacypharmacy.nus.edu.sg

Strong Year 12 or higher level pass in Chemistryand Biology or Mathematics or Physics

Philosophy, Politics, and Economicsnus.edu/fass-ppe

Applicants would be required to submit an essay as part of the selection process. Refer to fas.nus.edu.sg/ppe-academics/admission-requirements.html for additional information.

Project & Facilities Managementbdg.nus.edu.sg

Year 12 or higher level pass in Chemistry orMathematics or Physics

Real Estaterst.nus.edu.sg

Year 12 or higher level pass in Chemistry orMathematics 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

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Qualifications & Admission Requirements

To apply, you should fulfil the following academic qualifications and have either completed or are in your final year of High School.

A Level (AQA, Cambridge, Edexcel, London, OCR, Oxford International AQA)*

Completed A Level with at least three Advanced Level subject grades. Grades from two sittings taken within a 12-month period can be considered. Applicants with good grades in four 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.

Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE)

Completed CAPE with at least Grade II passes in all six subjects of which three subjects are two-unit subjects.

Danish Studentereksamen*

Completed Danish Studentereksamen (STX, HHX or HTX) with an overall average score of 9 or better and similar scores in relevant Level A and B subjects. C1 Advanced, IELTS, PTE Academic or TOEFL is required.

European Baccalaureate Diploma*

Completed Diploma with at least 80% pass in 10 subjects.

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Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE)

Completed HKDSE with passes in four Level 3 core subjects, with English Level 4 or better, and two elective subjects.

Indian Standard 12 (All Qualifications)

Completed or are completing Indian Standard 12 in the year of admission. State Board applicants must submit either ACT with Writing or SAT, together with SAT Subject Tests in addition to their Standard 12 results.

Applicants completing Standard 12 in the year of admission are not eligible to apply for Dentistry, Law, Medicine 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.

French Baccalaureate Diploma*

Completed Diploma with an average of 15 or better. C1 Advanced, IELTS, PTE Academic or TOEFL is required.

Gao Kao or PRC National College Entrance Examination

Completed Gao Kao with C1 Advanced, IELTS, PTE Academic or TOEFL. Senior Middle 3 students who are not taking the Gao Kao examination should apply under ‘Other High School Qualifications’.

German Abitur*

Completed Abitur with an overall average of 2.0 or better. C1 Advanced, IELTS, PTE Academic or TOEFL is required.

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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 Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 3

Completed NCEA at Level 3 with Merit, and attained University Entrance Certificate.

Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM)

Completed or are completing STPM with at least B for all subjects and MUET of 200.

Sri Lanka A Level

Completed Sri Lanka A Level with C1 Advanced, IELTS, PTE Academic or TOEFL.

Taiwan Senior High School

Completed General Scholastic Ability Test (GSAT) with C1 Advanced, IELTS, PTE Academic or TOEFL. Applicants who are not taking the GSAT should apply under ‘Other High School Qualifications’.

Thai Mathayom 6

Completed Mathayom 6 with overall GPA of at least 3.0 with C1 Advanced, IELTS, PTE Academic or TOEFL.

Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)

Completed or completing UEC in the year of admission with EL1119, C1 Advanced, IELTS, MUET, PTE Academic or TOEFL.

Vietnam National High School Graduation Examination

Completed High School Graduation Examination 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.

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English Language Requirement

* 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.

1 Different English Language requirements apply for Law. Refer to page 7 for more information.

2 IELTS Indicator scores are not accepted.

3 Only TOEFL iBT scores from a single test date are accepted; MyBest scores will not be accepted.

4 TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition scores are accepted.

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 Language Test

Minimum Acceptable Score for Admissions

C1 Advanced or Cambridge English: Advanced

180

EL1119 C6IELTS1, 2 6.5 for overall,

reading and writing

MUET 200PTE Academic 62 for overall,

reading and writing

TOEFL1, 3, 4 580 for paper-based;92–93 for internet-based

Other High School Qualifications*

Completed High School qualification supported with either ACT with Writing or SAT, together with SAT Subject Tests.

For other qualifications, please refer to our website:

nus.edu/internationalqualifications

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AdditionalQualifications

ACT with WritingThe ACT consists of five sections: English, Mathematics, Reading, Science and Writing Test (optional). Apart from 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.org

You may need to submit additional tests or qualifications on top of your high school qualifications. Refer to the Qualifications & Admission Requirements from pages 10 to 13 to check if you are required to do so.

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SATThe 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 TestsYou 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 choose the second and third subject based on the subject prerequisites of the courses you are applying for. The minimum acceptable SAT Subject Test score is 650 for each subject.

You may submit your valid SAT and SAT Subject Tests scores for admission consideration. SAT and SAT Subject Test scores are valid for five years.

sat.collegeboard.org

University Entrance Examination (UEE)You may need to take the UEE if you present certain academic qualifications in your admission application. If you are taking the UEE, your admission eligibility will be based on your performance. Unless invited, you cannot take or appeal to take the UEE. Refer to the website for latest updates.

nus.edu/uee

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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 Undergraduate Scholarship

Citizens of ASEANcountries, exceptSingapore

All undergraduate programmes leading to a first degree

Qualifications that render students eligible for undergraduate admission to NUS

Science & TechnologyUndergraduateScholarship

Citizens of Asiancountries, exceptSingapore

Any Computing, Engineering or Science undergraduate programme except Pharmacy

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Financial Aid

Estimated Living ExpensesA full-time international undergraduate student incurs about S$10,400 in living expenses per year, based on a conservative estimate of expenses required for a comfortable lifestyle on campus.

nus.edu/livingexpenses

Financial Assistance SchemesLoans, bursaries and work-study opportunities are available to needy students. Simply apply for financial aid online from 1 November. Apply before the admission application closing date for early consideration of NUS Donated Bursaries.

nus.edu/applyfinancialaid

MOE Tuition GrantA Tuition Grant, provided by the Ministry of Education, is awarded to international students on a competitive basis to help defray the costs of university education.

If your application for a Tuition Grant is successful and you have accepted it, you will pay subsidised fees, and are required to work for a Singapore entity for three years upon graduation. If you are not successful, or have chosen not to apply for a Tuition Grant, you will pay non-subsidised fees. You will also not be eligible for NUS and MOE-funded or administered Financial Aid and Scholarships during your entire course candidature.

nus.edu/ugfees

Online Financial Needs Calculator

nus.edu/financialneedscalculator

Tuition Fee and Living Expenses

SingaporeDollars (S$)

Subsidised Tuition Fee Payable after deducting the MOE Tuition Grant

17,550

Estimated Living Expenses including on-campus accommodation

10,400

Total Amount Payable (A) 27,950

Financial Aid Funds SingaporeDollars (S$)

Tuition Fee Loan90% of Singaporean subsidised tuition fee (i.e. 90% of S$8,200)

7,380

NUS Study Loan10% of Singaporean subsidised tuition fee + S$3,600 living allowance

4,420

NUS Bursary 1,050

Total Financial Aid Funds (B) 12,850

Estimated Annual Out-of-pocket Amount Payable (A) – (B)

15,100

Tuition Fee LoanA Tuition Fee Loan (TFL) is also available on top of the MOE Tuition Grant to offset your tuition fee. The value of the TFL is up to 90% of the subsidised tuition fee payable by Singapore Citizens for the same course. Please refer to the calculation scenario below to understand how it works.

For information on Financial Aid, visit nus.edu.sg/oam/financialaid

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5 application questions to ask.

#1. Which courses should you apply for?Do your research and make a list of your top course choices (check that you fulfil the subject prerequisites). You can indicate up to five choices on your application form, 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

#5. When are admissions outcomes released?We release outcomes progressively from March to July – so hang tight. While you wait, relax. Have fun. Follow our social media (turn to the back). See you in August!

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8 things to prepare.

A few dates to remember.

Online Application Form

Application Fee (S$20)

Completed Application Checklist

Copy of all Academic Qualifications

Copy of Additional Qualifications and Results (if applicable)

Copy of your Passport or Birth Certificate or Identification Card (clearly reflecting your full name and date of birth)

Copy of Medical Report(s) if you have or had any illnesses or disabilities

Criminal Record(s) (if applicable)

NovemberOnline Application OpensSubmit your application online and make payment for the application fee.

Financial Aid ApplicationSubmit an online application for financial aid by the admission application closing date if you require financial assistance for your studies.

FebruaryUniversity Entrance Examination (UEE)Sit for UEE, if shortlisted.

AprilAdmission Tests and/or InterviewsAttend admission tests and/or interviews in Singapore, applicable to shortlisted applicants of selected courses.

March to JulyRelease of Admission OutcomeIf 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/internationalapply

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Spend a Day in NUS

Experience the life of an NUS student – watch 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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