Master of Science [M.Sc] + Doctor of Philosophy [Ph.D] (Computing)

at National University of Singapore

Candidates are initially admitted to the full-time MSc programme either to the Department of Computer Science (CS) or Department of Information Systems and Analytics (DISA). To graduate with the MSc degree, candidates are required to complete the prescribed number of advanced level modules and successfully defend the MSc research thesis.

Candidates in this programme spend up to two years on advanced level courses before completing the Master of Science degree with a research project that culminates in a research thesis. Upon completing the MSc degree, outstanding candidates may be offered immediate admission to be part of our premier research-based programme leading to a doctoral degree. Such doctoral candidates are able to accelerate in the subsequent PhD programme by gaining coursework and PhD qualifier exemptions.

The normal minimum entry qualifications for admission to the programme by research are a good relevant bachelor's degree/master's degree. Candidates applying for Research Scholarships must have obtained a bachelor's degree with at least a 2nd Class Upper Honours, or its equivalent in Computing or related discipline. Candidates should have the ability to pursue research in the candidate's proposed field of advanced study.

Other Admission Requirements

GRE/ GMAT/ TOEFL/ IELTS

International applicants* are to submit GRE/ GMAT/ TOEFL/ IELTS test scores as evidence which demonstrates their academic language ability and readiness for graduate study. Candidates may be required to sit for other tests as prescribed by the School.

Candidates who have graduated from Indian universities may submit GATE scores instead.

Candidates should have a minimum GRE score of 320 (verbal & quantitative) and 3.5 (analytical), or a GMAT score of 650 and above. The minimum TOEFL scores for Internet Based Test (IBT) is 90; or IELTS score of 6.0. GRE and TOEFL scores will be valid for 5 years and 2 years respectively.

Overseas Interview

The University will conduct overseas interviews for foreign students who have applied for the Research Scholarships. These interviews will be held in mid-March (for the August intake) and mid-August (for January intake). Applicants will be notified of the date, time and venue of the interviews in advance. Applicants should inform the University of any change in their postal addresses.

For International Students

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