Programme at a Glance
Intake and Application
Overview
The National University of Singapore (NUS) Master of Science (MSc) in Energy Systems, is offered by the NUS College of Design and Engineering (CDE).
The MSc in Energy Systems programme is a unique combination of engineering and technology management to meet current and near-future energy development needs in Singapore, Asia and worldwide.
The programme will equip students with holistic and foundational knowledge in energy technology and innovation management, facilitate decision-making in energy solutions and investment through quantitative and qualitative methods.
There is an urgency for the world to move away from a fossil-fuel-based energy sector, so as to reduce the emission of greenhouse gases that contribute to global warming (which in turn leads to climate change and rising sea levels). This is a complex problem requiring a multi-disciplinary and more holistic approach to address the current gap in energy education and training.
Through this programme, students will:
Why This Programme?
Be assured of a quality education from the university whose Engineering courses have been ranked top in Asia and top ten across the world.*
Enjoy a vibrant international learning environment, with more than 40 faculty members and 200 research scholars from around the world.
Tap into cutting-edge research to keep informed about the latest developments and innovations in the field.
* Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 by Subject
Application Period
An Academic Year (AY) at NUS consists of two semesters and a special term (which occurs during the Semester 2 Vacation, and is divided into two parts of six weeks duration each):
For the MSc in Energy Systems programme, there is one application period for each AY:
| Programme | Intake | Application Dates |
|---|---|---|
| MSc in Energy Systems | Semester 1 (Aug Intake) | 1 Oct of preceding year to 31 Mar of the intake year |
Admission to the NUS MSc in Energy Systems programme is granted on a competitive basis as places in the programme are limited. Applicants should possess the following minimum requirements:
| Academic | Bachelor’s Degree (preferably with Honours) in Engineering or other Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) disciplines. |
| Skill/Experience | Candidates applying for the part-time option should have relevant post-undergraduate practical experience. |
| English Language | Applicants whose medium of university instruction is not completely in English: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) minimum score of 85 (Internet-based), or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) minimum Academic score 6.0 Note: TOEFL / IELTS scores are valid for two years from the test date and should not have expired at point of application. Expired scores will not be considered for the application. |
| Other | Not applicable |
Candidates may visit the official Educational Testing Service (ETS) website for scheduling of TOEFL/GRE tests.
Note: Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application information and all supporting documents are truthful and correct. NUS reserves the right to verify information provided as part of an application. False or misleading information in an application (including but not limited to test scores, resumes, certificates, transcripts, etc.) is grounds for admission rejection, revocation and/or dismissal from the University.
The NUS MSc in Energy Systems programme is offered on the following basis (with estimated time to complete the programme indicated in brackets):
| Full-time | 12–24 months |
| Part-time | 24–48 months |
Note: International applicants must be accepted into an approved full-time course in Singapore to apply for a Student’s Pass. For more information, refer to the Singapore Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) website.
The MSc in Energy Systems is a 40-Unit coursework-based Master’s Degree programme comprising
Core/essential courses (24 Units), and
Elective courses (16 Units).
Core/Essential Courses
Students must successfully complete a multidisciplinary programme of study consisting of at least six core courses, comprising three Energy Technologies courses (minimum 12 Units) and another three Innovation and Management courses (minimum 12 Units).
Energy Technologies Courses
| Course Code | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CN5190 | Hydrogen Energy and Technology | 4 |
| CN5192 | Future Fuel Options: Prospects and Technologies | 4 |
| CN5194 | Carbon Capture Sequestration and Utilisation | 4 |
| CN5195 | Biomass and Energy | 4 |
| CN5216 | Electronic Materials and Energy Technologies | 4 |
| EE5713 | Modern Power Systems and Smart Grid | 4 |
| ME5207 | Solar Energy Systems | 4 |
| ME5209 | Energy Technologies and Systems | 4 |
| MLE5212 | Energy Conversion and Storage | 4 |
| MLE5222 | Nano and 2D Materials for Energy Applications | 4 |
| MLE5226 | Problem Solving for Future Sustainability Challenges | 4 |
| SH5407 | Sustainable Energy and Environment | 4 |
Innovation and Management Courses
| Course Code | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| CN5191 | Project Engineering | 4 |
| IE5003 | Cost Analysis and Engineering Economy | 4 |
| IE5203 | Decision Analysis | 4 |
| IE5206 | Energy and Sustainability: A Systems Approach | 4 |
| IE5207 | Energy Systems Modelling and Market Mechanisms | 4 |
| MT5007 | Management of Technological Innovation | 4 |
| MT5010 | Technology Forecasting, Intelligence & Foresighting | 4 |
| MT5020 | Managing the Human Elements of Technology Management | 4 |
| SH5409 | Sustainability and Environmental Analysis | 4 |
Elective Courses
Students can choose their Elective Courses from any of the Core/Essential Courses listed above (i.e. in Energy Technologies and/or Innovation and Management) and/or the following list of courses. Additionally, students may choose to take two courses (8 Units) from CDE with approval from the programme directors.
Energy Technologies Courses
| Course Code | Course Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| MT5202 | Selected Topics in Energy Systems | 4 |
| CN5246 | Catalysis Science & Engineering | 4 |
| CN5550 | Energy Systems Project | 8 |
Note: For more information about the courses listed above (as well as other courses offered in the current academic year), please visit NUSMODS.
To graduate from the NUS MSc in Energy Systems programme, students must meet the following requirements:
| Programme and/or Specialisation | Read and pass a total of 40 Units, comprising: 24 Units of core/essential courses, and 16 Units of elective courses |
| Course and/or Qualification | As above (refer to section on Programme Structure for details) |
| Grade Point Average (GPA) | Minimum 3.0 (out of maximum 5.0)
Please see also the University’s minimum standards for Continuation and Graduation Requirements. Specific programmes may implement stricter or additional requirements. |
| Other | Not applicable |
The University reserves all rights to review fees as necessary and adjust accordingly without prior notice.
| Tuition | S$50,922.94 (excluding GST) /
|
| Application | S$109.00 (including 9% GST) Non-refundable and non-transferable |
| Acceptance | S$5,450.00 (including 9% GST) Payable upon acceptance of offer Non-refundable and non-transferable Will be credited towards tuition fees |
| Miscellaneous Student Fees | As published by Office of the University Registrar Payable every regular semester |
Scholarships & Financial Assistance
The scholarships and financial assistance schemes presented here are examples of the kinds of funding from the University as well as third-party sponsors that might be available to eligible NUS Master's Degree (Coursework) programme students and applicants.
The information provided is subject to change, and warranties cannot be provided as to its completeness or accuracy. Students and applicants are strongly encouraged to conduct their own research, and refer to the relevant sponsors and/or websites for more detailed and up-to-date information.
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