PhD in Materials Science and Engineering

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

27

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

China:

10%

India:

5%

Others:

3%

Singapore:

75%

Malaysia:

4%

Indonesia:

3%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Graduation Rate

95%

Job Placement

90%

Top recruiters

Apple

Northrop Grumman

Lockheed Martin

Boeing

The Home Depot

Tesla

SpaceX

Kaiser Permanente

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$43,710 / year

Overall Cost

$58,710 / year

FAQs

• Do I need to have a specific research topic before applying?
  
  No, but it is recommended to indicate your research interests in your application to help match you with potential supervisors.
• Is there an age limit for applying?
  
  No, there is no age limit as long as you meet the minimum academic and language requirements.
• How do I apply and what documents are needed?
  
  Applications are submitted online via the NUS Graduate Admission System. You will need to upload: Academic transcripts Degree certificates Proof of English proficiency (if required) Two referee reports Passport or NRIC Application fee payment (S$50)
• Is the GRE required for application?
  
  The GRE is optional but submitting strong scores can strengthen your application.
• What are the minimum admission requirements?
  
  Academic Qualification: Bachelor’s degree with honours (at least 2nd Class Upper) or equivalent. English Proficiency: TOEFL (minimum 85 iBT) or IELTS (minimum 6.0 overall). Waivers may be granted for those educated in English. Referee Reports: Two required. Other Documents: Academic transcripts, degree certificates, passport/NRIC, and any publications (if available).
• What is the structure of the PhD program in Materials Science and Engineering at NUS?
  
  The program is research-based, requiring independent research under faculty supervision, coursework, and the submission and defense of a thesis based on original work. Students also complete core and elective courses related to their research interests.