Faculty of Engineering
The College of Design and Engineering (CDE) came into existence on 1 January 2022 from the merger of the Faculty of Engineering (FoE) and the School of Design and Environment (SDE). Do check cde.nus.edu.sg for the latest on CDE’s programmes.
Undergraduate Education
The NUS undergraduate curriculum ensures broad-based learning combined with depth of specialisation, and comprises 3 components: University Level Requirements (ULR), Programme Requirements and Unrestricted Elective Modules (UEMs). Workload is measured in terms of modular credits (MCs), where each MC is the equivalent of 2.5 hours of work per week (including assignments and self-study) – most modules are typically 4 MCs.
| Summary of the BEng curriculum for students matriculating from AY2019/2020 | |||
| University Level Requirements (ULR) | Programme Requirements | Unrestricted Elective Modules (UEMs) | |
| Faculty Requirements | Major (Discipline) Requirements | ||
| 5 General Education Modules (GEMs) | Engineering Core Modules | Major (Discipline) Core Modules | Any module open to you; may be used to fulfil requirements for specialisations, second majors or minors |
| Technical Electives | |||
| Pathway Electives | |||
| Internship* | |||
| Project | |||
| 20 MCs | 42 MCs^ | 66 MCs^ | 32 MCs^ |
| Minimum MCs required for graduation: 160 MCs | |||
* Internship is optional if you are a polytechnic graduate admitted directly to Year 2
Internship is also optional if you are in a special programme (i.e. E-Scholars, double-degree, concurrent degree) – the MCs for internship can be utilised as UEMs
^ There are slight variations among BEng programmes, although the minimum number of MCs required for graduation remains at 160 MCs. Please see the details under each individual programme
Technology is increasingly shaping the way in which we work, think and live – from life-saving wearable devices that monitor our health constantly, to self-driving vehicles and autonomous factories. At the heart of this transformation is digitalisation, which integrates physical and virtual systems, using a wealth of collected data to predict events and support decision-making.
The tools of digitalisation are not new: machines, sensors, controllers, computers and networks have existed for decades. However, traditional systems are now being reorganised and connected through the Internet, enabling engineers to make products and deliver services more efficiently and more sustainably.
On top of deep knowledge in technical engineering subjects, today’s engineer also need skills for digitalisation, such as understanding how modern systems interact, how to efficiently select the most relevant and accurate information to use for the problem at hand, how to model, simulate and test scenarios virtually.
BEng Common Core Curriculum (from cohort 2019 onwards)
All engineering undergraduates will read the following modules:
|
Code |
Title & Brief Description |
MCs |
|
EG1311 |
Design and Make |
4 |
|
IE2141 |
Systems Thinking and Dynamics |
4 |
|
EE2211 |
Introduction to Machine Learning |
4 |
|
MLE1010 |
Materials Engineering Principles and Practice |
4 |
|
CS1010E |
Programming Methodology (using Python) |
4 |
|
MA15XX |
Mathematics^ |
4–8 |
* This is a guide only and is subject to change without notice
^ Please see the details under each individual programme.
Other BEng Core Modules
Good communication and ethical conduct are vital to engineering practice, and our undergraduates are supported in preparing for these professional skills, as follows:
|
Code |
Title & Brief Description |
MCs |
|
ES2531 |
Critical Thinking and Writing |
4 |
|
EG2401 |
Engineering Professionalism |
3 |
|
EG2401A |
Engineering Professionalism |
2 |
Each pathway is aligned with the engineering career it leads to. Pathways are distinguished by pathway-specific modules, the nature of internship, and type of final-year project* (FYP).
| Curriculum | Practising Professional Pathway (PPP) | Innovation & Design Programme (iDP) | Research-focused Pathway (RfP) |
| Foundation | Engineering core modules & discipline-specific modules | ||
| Pathway Modules | Professional Development Electives |
Innovation & Enterprise Electives Multi-semester team projects |
Graduate-level electives Undergraduate Research Opportunities Programme (UROP) |
| Internship |
MNCs SMEs Public agencies |
Start-up companies Engineering design firms NUS Overseas Colleges (NOC) |
Research Institutes Research Laboratories |
| Final-Year Project* (FYP) | Industry-focused | Design-focused | Research-based |
| Possible Starting Careers |
Project engineer Consultant |
Product design engineer Technopreneur |
Research engineer Graduate studies |
*FYP is optional in some programmes
Choosing Your Pathway
PPP will be the default pathway unless you opt for iDP or RfP.
If you choose iDP, you will be awarded a Second Major in Innovation and Design when you successfully complete all the requirements of the programme. Due to the time required for the multi-semester group project, you would need to make an early decision, as follows:
Either apply to iDP 2nd Major when applying to NUS Engineering (any discipline)
Or apply to iDP 2nd Major after Semester 1 or Semester 2 (at the latest)
You may opt for RfP before you apply for internship, which takes place typically in Semester 4 or Semester 5.
Switching Pathways
You may switch to a different pathway if you change your mind. However, switching into iDP after Semester 2 is inadvisable because iDP projects take place over several semesters – you may have to extend your study and delay your graduation if you switch to iDP late.
| Current Pathway | New Pathway & Deadline for Switching^ | ||
| PPP | iDP | RfP | |
| PPP | – | Start of Semester 3 | Start of Semester 5 |
| iDP | End of Semester 6 | – | Start of Semester 5 |
| RfP | End of Semester 6 | Start of Semester 3 | – |
^Without extending study and delaying graduation
Internships are a key facet of our emphasis on learning by doing. Through them, you gain perspectives on real-world issues while working on real-life projects alongside engineering practitioners. Depending on your programme, you would embark on a compulsory* industrial attachment (IA) of at least 20 weeks or a 12-week Vacation Internship Programme (VIP).
Industrial Attachment Programme
The Industrial Attachment Programme is for students who are admitted into the B.Eng. degree requiring a compulsory internship of at least 20 weeks. Internships integrate knowledge and theory learnt in the classroom with practical application and skill development in a professional setting. It enables students to learn about the latest developments in the industries and to interact with engineers and other professionals as they join projects or tasks that help to develop or enhance their skills whilst contributing to the organization.
EG3611A awards 10MCs for 20 weeks of internship while EG3611 awards 12MCs for 24 weeks of internship. The internships can be performed locally or overseas during the semester and students can apply for the approved internships approved by the Faculty via TalentConnect or seek approval for self-sourced internships.
Students will have to complete the following deliverables as part of the Industrial Attachment.
- Workplan,
- Interim presentation and report
- Final presentation and report
Students will be jointly evaluated by their work supervisor and NUS internship mentor on factors such as professionalism and conduct, verbal and written communication, ability to understand context and apply technical training. The module will be graded on a CS/CU basis and students are only allowed to earn modular credits for completion of one internship.
Students on Industrial Attachment are allowed to take a maximum of two evening modules, subject to approval from the employer. Strictly no day-time modules allowed.
EG2401/EG2401A (Prerequisite ES1531/ES2531) should be read either before or during the semester on internship.
*The following students are exempted from compulsory internship:
- Engineering Scholars Programme
- Double Degree Programme (DDP)
- Concurrent Degree Programme (CDP)
- Polytechnic-Direct Entry
Students may also fulfil your compulsory internship at the NUS Overseas Colleges (NOC), where you would intern at a start-up company in some of the most exciting technology hubs worldwide. This applies for E-Scholars.
Vacation Internship Programme
The Vacation Internship Programme is for students who are admitted into the B.Eng. degree requiring a compulsory internship of at least 12 weeks. Internships integrate knowledge and theory learnt in the classroom with practical application and skill development in a professional setting. It enables students to learn about the latest developments in the industries and to interact with engineers and other professionals as they join projects or tasks that help to develop or enhance their skills whilst contributing to the organization.
EG3612 awards 6MCs for 12 weeks of internship. The internships can be performed locally or overseas during the mid-year vacation period and students can apply for the approved internships approved by the Faculty via TalentConnect or seek approval for self-sourced internships.
Students will have to complete the following deliverables as part of the Industrial Attachment.
- Workplan,
- Presentation and report
Students will be jointly evaluated by their work supervisor and NUS internship mentor on factors such as professionalism and conduct, verbal and written communication, ability to understand context and apply technical training. The module will be graded on a CS/CU basis and students are only allowed to earn modular credits for completion of one internship.
The module applies to students from Engineering Science, Industrial Systems & Engineering and the Innovation & Design Programme, and is also offered as an additional option to students exempted from compulsory internship. Special Term tuition fees are exempted and students on Vacation Internship are strictly not allowed to take Special Term modules.
- Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical Engineering)
- Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical Engineering)
- Bachelor of Engineering (Civil Engineering)
- Bachelor of Engineering (Computer Engineering)
- Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical Engineering)
- Bachelor of Engineering (Engineering Science)
- Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Engineering)
- Bachelor of Engineering (Industrial & Systems Engineering)
- Bachelor of Engineering (Materials Science & Engineering)
- Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering)
Degree Requirements
Students in the Bachelor of Engineering (Biomedical Engineering) Programme are required to fulfil the following requirements to graduate from the programme:
- Complete a minimum of 160 MCs with a CAP ≥ 2.0;
- Pass all modules in accordance with Table 2.2.1A;
- Pass at least two modules of technical electives and two pathway electives as listed here;
- Satisfy all other requirements as prescribed by the Faculty of Engineering or the University.
Table 2.2.1a: Summary of Modular Requirements and Credits
|
Modular Requirements |
MCs |
|
|
University Level Requirements |
20 |
|
|
General Education Modules (GE) (5 Modules, each of 4MCs) •Human Cultures (HC) |
20 |
|
|
Unrestricted Electives |
32 |
|
|
Programme Requirements: |
108 |
|
|
Faculty Requirements |
6 |
|
|
ES2531 |
Critical Thinking & Writing |
4 |
|
EG2401A |
Engineering Professionalism |
2 |
|
Common Core |
34 |
|
|
MA1511 |
Engineering Calculus |
2 |
|
MA1512 |
Differential Equations for Engineering |
2 |
|
MA1513 |
Linear Algebra with Differential Equations |
2 |
|
BN1111 |
Biomedical Engineering Principles and Practice I |
4 |
|
BN2111 |
Biomedical Engineering Principles and Practice II |
4 |
|
CS1010E |
Programming Methodology |
4 |
|
EG1311 |
Design and Make |
4 |
|
MLE1010 |
Materials Engineering Principles and Practice |
4 |
|
EE2211 |
Introduction to Machine Learning |
4 |
|
IE2141 |
Systems Thinking and Dynamics |
4 |
|
BME Core Modules |
28 |
|
|
PC1432 |
Physics IIE |
4 |
|
CM1501 |
Organic Chemistry for Engineers |
4 |
|
BN2301 |
Biochemistry and Biomaterials for Bioengineers |
4 |
|
BN2102 |
Bioengineering Data Analysis |
4 |
|
BN2201 |
Quantitative Physiology for Bioengineers |
4 |
|
BN2204 |
Fundamentals of Biomechanics |
4 |
|
BN2403 |
Fundamentals of Biosignals and Bioinstrumentation |
4 |
|
BME Design, Project & Internship Modules |
24 |
|
|
BN3101 |
Biomedical Engineering Design |
6 |
|
EG3611A |
Industrial Attachment |
10 |
|
BN4101 |
B.Eng. Dissertation |
8 |
|
Technical Electives |
8 |
|
|
Pathway Electives |
8 |
|
|
Total |
160 |
|
The following are the requirements for the degree of BEng (ChE):
- Students in the BEng (ChE) programme are required to complete a minimum of 160 MCs with a CAP ≥ 2.0 to graduate from the programme.
Table: Summary of Modular Requirements and Credits
| Modular Requirements | MCs | |
| University Level Requirements | 20 | |
|
General Education Modules (GE) (5 Modules, each of 4MCs) •Human Cultures (HC) |
20 | |
| Unrestricted Electives | 32 | |
| Programme Requirements: | 108 | |
| Faculty Requirements | 6 | |
| ES2531 | Critical Thinking & Writing1 | 4 |
| EG2401A | Engineering Professionalism | 2 |
| Common Core | 34 | |
| MA1511 | Engineering Calculus | 2 |
| MA1512 | Differential Equations for Engineering | 2 |
| MA1513 | Linear Algebra with Differential Equations | 2 |
| CN1101A | Chemical Engineering Principles and Practice I | 4 |
| CN2102 | Chemical Engineering Principles and Practice II | 4 |
| CS1010E | Programming Methodology | 4 |
| EG1311 | Design and Make | 4 |
| MLE1010 | Materials Engineering Principles and Practice | 4 |
| EE2211 | Introduction to Machine Learning | 4 |
| IE2141 | Systems Thinking and Dynamics | 4 |
| ChE Core Modules | 44 | |
| CN2101 | Material and Energy Balances | 3 |
| CN2121 | Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics | 4 |
| CN2122A | Fluid Mechanics | 4 |
| CN2116 | Chemical Kinetics and Reactor Design | 4 |
| CN2125 | Heat and Mass Transfer | 4 |
| CN3101 | Chemical Eng Lab-1 | 4 |
| CN3121 | Process Dynamics and Control | 4 |
| CN3132 | Separation Processes | 4 |
| CN3124A | Fluid-Particle Systems | 4 |
| CN3421A | Process Modeling and Numerical Simulation | 3 |
| CN3135 | Process Safety, Health & Environment | 3 |
| CN4122 | Process Synthesis and Simulation | 3 |
| ChE Project & Internship Modules | 16 | |
| CN4123R | Final Year Design Project | 6 |
| EG3611A | Industrial Attachment3 | 10 |
| Pathway Requirement Modules (from Table 2.2.2b)2 | 8 | |
| Total | 160 | |
In order to graduate with the BEng (Civil Engineering) degree, students are required to:
- Complete a minimum of 160 MCs with a CAP ≥2.0.
- Pass the modules in accordance with Table 2.2.3a.
- Satisfy all other requirements as prescribed by the Faculty or the University.
Table: Summary of Modular Requirements and Credits
|
Modular Requirements |
MCs |
|
|
University Level Requirements |
20 |
|
|
General Education Modules (GE) (5 Modules, each of 4MCs) •Human Cultures (HC) |
20 |
|
|
Unrestricted Electives |
28 |
|
|
Programme Requirements: |
112 |
|
|
Faculty Requirements |
6 |
|
|
ES2531 |
Critical Thinking & Writing |
4 |
|
EG2401A |
Engineering Professionalism |
2 |
|
Common Core |
32 |
|
|
MA1511 |
Mathematics I |
4 |
|
CE1101A |
Civil Engineering Principles & Practice |
4 |
|
CE2101 |
Principles & Practice in Infrastructure and Environment |
4 |
|
CS1010E |
Programming Methodology |
4 |
|
EG1311 |
Design and Make |
4 |
|
MLE1010 |
Materials Engineering Principles and Practice |
4 |
|
EE2211 |
Introduction to Machine Learning |
4 |
|
IE2141 |
Systems Thinking and Dynamics |
4 |
|
CE Core Modules |
52 |
|
|
CE2112 |
Soil Mechanics |
4 |
|
CE2134 |
Hydraulics |
4 |
|
CE2155 |
Structural Mechanics and Materials |
4 |
|
CE2183 |
Construction Project Management |
4 |
|
CE2407 |
Engineering and Uncertainty Analyses |
4 |
|
ESE3001 |
Water Quality Engineering |
4 |
|
CE3115 |
Geotechnical Engineering |
4 |
|
CE3116 |
Foundation Engineering |
4 |
|
CE3121 |
Transportation Engineering |
4 |
|
CE3132 |
Water Resources Engineering |
4 |
|
CE3155 |
Structural Analysis |
4 |
|
CE3165 |
Structural Concrete Design |
4 |
|
CE3166 |
Structural Steel Design and System |
4 |
|
CE Project & Internship Modules |
22 |
|
|
CE4103 |
Design Project |
4 |
|
CE4104 |
B.Eng. Dissertation |
8 |
|
EG3611A |
Industrial Attachment |
10 |
|
Total |
160 |
|
For details, please visit: https://ceg.nus.edu.sg/curriculum/
Students in the BEng (Electrical Engineering) programme are required to complete a minimum of 160 MCs with a CAP ≥ 2.0 to graduate. In the first stage of the programme, students will receive broad-based training which, in addition to establishing a strong foundation in mathematics and computing, will also be immediately exposed to the use of electrical components and equipment in solving fundamental engineering problems in EE. They will also be introduced to the different areas in EE which are driving the technological developments of today.
In the second stage, students will enrol in core modules that focus on fundamental knowledge in EE. These core modules provide the essential foundation for a variety of specialised technical areas in EE. During their senior years of study, students may specialise in certain fields of EE through their selection of elective modules. Throughout their programme, they are also expected to broaden their views by reading some general education modules, Engineering Professionalism and Critical Thinking and Writing Students are strongly encouraged to make good use of the 32 MCs of UEM by taking more technical electives to further explore their engineering interest through EE specialisations, or other interest by taking a minor or second major. The complete programme structure is specified in Table 2.2.5a.
Table: Summary of Modular Requirements and Credits
|
Modular Requirements |
MCs |
|
|
University Level Requirements |
20 |
|
|
General Education Modules (GE) (5 Modules, each of 4MCs) •Human Cultures (HC) |
20 |
|
|
Unrestricted Electives |
32 |
|
|
Programme Requirements: |
108 |
|
|
Faculty Requirements |
6 |
|
|
ES2531 |
Critical Thinking & Writing |
4 |
|
EG2401A |
Engineering Professionalism |
2 |
|
Common Core |
36 |
|
|
MA1511 |
Engineering Calculus |
2 |
|
MA1512 |
Differential Equations for Engineering |
2 |
|
MA1508E |
Linear Algebra for Engineering |
4 |
|
EE1111A |
Electrical Engineering Principles and Practice I |
4 |
|
EE2111A |
Electrical Engineering Principles and Practice II |
4 |
|
CS1010E |
Programming Methodology |
4 |
|
EG1311 |
Design and Make |
4 |
|
MLE1010 |
Materials Engineering Principles and Practice |
4 |
|
EE2211 |
Introduction to Machine Learning |
4 |
|
IE2141 |
Systems Thinking and Dynamics |
4 |
|
EE Core Modules |
32 |
|
|
PC2020 |
Electromagnetics for Electrical Engineers |
4 |
|
EE2012A |
Analytical Methods in Electrical and Computer Engineering |
3 |
|
EE2023 |
Signals and Systems |
4 |
|
EE2026 |
Digital Design |
4 |
|
EE2027 |
Electronic Circuits |
4 |
|
EE2028 |
Microcontroller Programming and Interfacing |
4 |
|
EE2033 |
Integrated Systems Lab |
4 |
|
EE2028A |
C Programming |
2 |
|
EE2029 |
Introduction to Electrical Energy Systems |
3 |
|
EE Design Project & Internship Modules |
18 |
|
|
EE4002D/R |
Capstone Project |
8 |
|
EG3611A |
Industrial Attachment |
10 |
|
EE Outer Core & Technical Electives |
8 |
|
|
Pathway Requirements |
8 |
|
|
Total |
160 |
|
The following are the requirements for the degree of BEng (Engineering Science):
- Complete a minimum of 160 MCs with a CAP ≥ 2.0;
- Satisfy all requirements as prescribed by the Faculty of Engineering or the University.
For degree requirements, please refer to https://www.eng.nus.edu.sg/esp/undergraduate/b-eng-engineering-science/curriculum/
ESP Specialisations
At the end of the second year, students opt for one (or even possibly two) of the four specialisations.
| ESP Specialisations in Year 3 and 4 |
| Nanoscience and Technology |
| Computational Engineering Science |
| Energy Science and Technology |
| Engineering Science in Medicine |
For the list of modules within each specialisation, please refer to https://www.eng.nus.edu.sg/esp/undergraduate/b-eng-engineering-science/specialisation/
The following are the requirements for the degree of BEng (Environmental Engineering):
- Students in the BEng (Environmental Engineering) Programme are required to complete a minimum of 160 MCs with a CAP ≥ 2.0 to graduate from the programme.
- 160 MCs will have to be earned by reading modules in accordance with the following table.
Table: Summary of Modular Requirements and Credits
| Modular Requirements | MCs | |
| University Level Requirements | 20 | |
|
General Education Modules (GE) (5 Modules, each of 4MCs) •Human Cultures (HC) |
20 | |
| Unrestricted Electives | 32 | |
| Programme Requirements: | 108 | |
| Faculty Requirements | 6 | |
| ES2531 | Critical Thinking & Writing | 4 |
| EG2401A | Engineering Professionalism | 2 |
| Common Core | 32 | |
| MA1511 | Engineering Calculus | 2 |
| MA1512 | Differential Equations for Engineering | 2 |
| CE1101A | Civil Engineering Principles & Practice | 4 |
| ESE2101 | Principles & Practice in Infrastructure and Environment | 4 |
| CS1010E | Programming Methodology | 4 |
| EG1311 | Design and Make | 4 |
| MLE1010 | Materials Engineering Principles and Practice | 4 |
| EE2211 | Introduction to Machine Learning | 4 |
| IE2141 | Systems Thinking and Dynamics | 4 |
| EV Core Modules | 32 | |
| CE2134 | Hydraulics | 4 |
| ESE2000 | Environmental Engineering Fundamentals | 4 |
| ESE2001 | Environmental Challenges in the Anthropocene | 4 |
| ESE2401 | Water Science & Technology | 4 |
| ESE3101 | Solid and Hazardous Waste Management | 4 |
| ESE3201 | Air Quality Management | 4 |
| ESE3301 | Environmental Microbiological Principles | 4 |
| ESE3401 | Sustainable Urban Water Technology | 4 |
| EV Design Project & Internship Modules | 22 | |
| ESE4501 | Design Project | 4 |
| ESE4502 | B.Eng. Dissertation | 8 |
| EG3611A | Industrial Attachment | 10 |
| EV Technical Electives | 8 | |
| Pathway Requirements | 8 | |
| Total | 160 | |
Students in the Bachelor of Engineering (Industrial & Systems Engineering) programme are required to fulfil the following requirements to graduate from the programme:
- Complete a minimum of 160 MCs with a CAP ≥ 2.0;
- Satisfy all other requirements as prescribed by the Faculty of Engineering or the University.
Table: Summary of Modular Requirements and Credits
|
Modular Requirements |
MCs |
|
|
University Level Requirements |
20 |
|
|
General Education Modules (GE) (5 Modules, each of 4MCs) •Human Cultures (HC) |
20 |
|
|
Unrestricted Electives |
32 |
|
|
Programme Requirements: |
108 |
|
|
Faculty Requirements |
6 |
|
|
ES2531 |
Critical Thinking & Writing |
4 |
|
EG2401A |
Engineering Professionalism |
2 |
|
Common Core |
36 |
|
|
MA1505 |
Mathematics I |
4 |
|
MA1508E |
Linear Algebra for Engineering |
4 |
|
IE1111R |
Industrial & Systems Engineering Principles & Practice I |
4 |
|
IE2111 |
Industrial & Systems Engineering Principles & Practice II |
4 |
|
CS1010E |
Programming Methodology |
4 |
|
EG1311 |
Design and Make |
4 |
|
MLE1010 |
Materials Engineering Principles and Practice |
4 |
|
EE2211 |
Introduction to Machine Learning |
4 |
|
IE2141 |
Systems Thinking and Dynamics |
4 |
|
IE Core Modules |
24 |
|
|
ST2334 |
Probability & Statistics |
4 |
|
PC1431/PC1432 |
Basket of Science Modules |
4 |
|
IE2100 |
Probability Models with Applications |
4 |
|
IE2110 |
Operations Research I |
4 |
|
IE3101 |
Statistics for Engineering Applications |
4 |
|
IE3110R |
Simulation |
4 |
|
IE Design Project & Internship Modules |
18/22 |
|
|
IE3100R |
Systems Design Project |
8 |
|
IE4102/IE4100R |
Independent Study Module (ISM)/ BEng Dissertation |
4/8 |
|
EG3611A/EG3612 |
Industrial Attachment Program /Vacation Internship Program |
10/6 |
|
IE Electives |
12/16 |
|
|
Pathway Requirements |
8 |
|
|
Total |
160 |
|
The following are the requirements for the degree of B.Eng. (Materials Science and Engineering):
- Required to complete a minimum of 160 MCs with a CAP ≥ 2.0 to graduate from the programme, depending on the pathway taken by the student.
- Satisfy all other requirements as prescribed by the Faculty of Engineering or the University.
- A student must also satisfy other additional requirements that may be prescribed by the Faculty of Engineering or the University.
Table: Summary of MSE Module Requirements and Credits for Research-focused Pathway
|
Modular Requirements |
MCs |
|
|
University Level Requirements |
20 |
|
|
General Education Modules (GE) (5 Modules, each of 4MCs) •Human Cultures (HC) |
20 |
|
|
Unrestricted Electives |
30-32 |
|
|
Programme Requirements: |
108 |
|
|
Faculty Requirements |
6 |
|
|
ES2531 |
Critical Thinking & Writing |
4 |
|
EG2401A |
Engineering Professionalism |
2 |
|
Common Core |
32 |
|
|
MA1512 |
Differential Equations for Engineering |
2 |
|
MA1513 |
Linear Algebra & Differential Equations |
2 |
|
MLE1001A |
Materials Science & Engineering Principles & Practice I |
4 |
|
MLE2001 |
Materials Science & Engineering Principles & Practice II |
4 |
|
CS1010E |
Programming Methodology |
4 |
|
EG1311 |
Design and Make |
4 |
|
MLE1010 |
Materials Engineering Principles and Practice |
4 |
|
EE2211 |
Introduction to Machine Learning |
4 |
|
IE2141 |
Systems Thinking and Dynamics |
4 |
|
MSE Core Modules |
34 |
|
|
PC1432 |
Physics IIE |
4 |
|
CM1501 |
Organic Chemistry for Engineers |
4 |
|
MLE2101 |
Introduction to Structure of Materials |
4 |
|
MLE2102 |
Thermodynamics and Phase Diagrams |
4 |
|
MLE2103 |
Phase Transformation and Kinetics |
3 |
|
MLE2104 |
Mechanical Properties of Materials |
4 |
|
MLE2105 |
Electronic Properties of Materials |
4 |
|
MLE3101 |
Materials Characterization Laboratory |
3 |
|
MLE3111 |
Materials Properties & Processing Laboratory |
4 |
|
MSE Design Project & Internship Modules |
24-26 |
|
|
EG3611A |
Industrial Attachment |
10 |
|
MLE4102/MLE4102A |
Design Project |
4-8 |
|
MLE4101/MLE4101A |
BEng Dissertation |
6-12 |
|
MSE Technical Electives (MLE 3000 electives) |
4 |
|
|
Pathway Requirements |
8 |
|
|
Total |
160 |
|
Students in the BEng. (Mechanical Engineering) programme are required to satisfy the following requirements to graduate from the course:
- Complete a minimum of 160 MCs with a CAP ≥ 2.0.
- Pass the modules in accordance with the following table.
Table: Summary of Modular Requirements and Credits
|
Modular Requirements |
MCs |
|
|
University Level Requirements |
20 |
|
|
General Education Modules (GE) (5 Modules, each of 4MCs) •Human Cultures (HC) |
20 |
|
|
Unrestricted Electives |
32 |
|
|
Programme Requirements: |
108 |
|
|
Faculty Requirements |
6 |
|
|
ES2531 |
Critical Thinking & Writing |
4 |
|
EG2401A |
Engineering Professionalism |
2 |
|
Common Core |
36 |
|
|
MA1505 |
Mathematics I |
4 |
|
MA1512 |
Differential Equations for Engineering |
2 |
|
MA1513 |
Linear Algebra with Differential Equations |
2 |
|
ME1102 |
Engineering Principles & Practice I |
4 |
|
ME2104 |
Engineering Principles & Practice II |
4 |
|
CS1010E |
Programming Methodology |
4 |
|
EG1311 |
Design and Make |
4 |
|
MLE1010 |
Materials Engineering Principles and Practice |
4 |
|
EE2211 |
Introduction to Machine Learning |
4 |
|
IE2141 |
Systems Thinking and Dynamics |
4 |
|
ME Core Modules |
28 |
|
|
ME2112 |
Strength of Materials |
4 |
|
ME2121 |
Engineering Thermodynamics |
4 |
|
ME2134 |
Fluids Mechanics I |
4 |
|
ME2142 |
Feedback Control Systems |
4 |
|
ME2115 |
Mechanics of Machines |
4 |
|
ME2162 |
Manufacturing Processes |
4 |
|
ME2102 |
Engineering Innovation and Modelling |
4 |
|
ME Design Project & Internship Modules |
18 |
|
|
ME4101B or ME4101A |
Mechanical Systems Design or B.Eng Dissertation |
8 |
|
EG3611A |
Industrial Attachment |
10 |
|
ME Technical Electives |
12 |
|
|
Pathway Requirements |
8 |
|
|
Total |
160 |
|
Students are encouraged to participate in a variety of programmes and activities to enrich their undergraduate journey. At the Faculty level, programmes in engineering innovation, technopreneurship, and research are introduced to better support students in personalising their education experience. Students will generally receive modular credits via Unrestricted Electives upon successful completion of a particular enhancement programme.
For details on the programmes, please visit the respective links below:
The Engineering Scholars (E-Scholars) Programme is a premier programme designed to attract the very best students to read any branch of engineering at NUS. Students with exceptional potential will be provided with an enhanced educational experience with the objective of capitalising on academic abilities and personal aspirations to train well-rounded leaders and innovators.
General structure of the programme
Students admitted to the E-Scholars programme are also enrolled in one of the Engineering Departments at NUS. The graduation requirements for E-Scholars is the same as all other Engineering students in the chosen Department. Nevertheless, E-Scholars will complete their B.Eng degree in 3 years. The distribution of modular credits across the 3 years is slightly different for each of the Departments. As a general example, the following table illustrates a possible schedule where the numbers represent modular credits (MC). A typical NUS module is worth 4 MC.
| Sem I | Sem II | TOTAL | |
| Advanced Placement Credits | 16 | ||
| Year 1 | 24 | 24 | 48 |
| Year 2 | 26 | 20(NOC) | 46 |
| Year 3 | 24(Possible SEP) | 26 | 50 |
| TOTAL | 160 | ||
With reference to the table above, please note the following
- Numbers may change slightly for each individual Department.
- The NUS Overseas Colleges (NOC) industrial attachment (6-month programme) is compulsory for E-Scholars (except for student from Polytechnic) and subsidized.
- The Student Exchange Programme (SEP) is optional (and subsidized). E-Scholars have guaranteed admission. It is recommended in year 3, sem 1 for some programmes.
- Advance Placement Credits are modules that E-Scholars will take before entering NUS. Students will study independently on textbooks and other reference material. They will then sit for a test to clear those credits.
For more information, please visit https://cde.nus.edu.sg/escholars/academics/.