OVERVIEW
The Master of Computing (MComp) programme is a flagship graduate programme from the School of Computing at the National University of Singapore (NUS).
Over the years, it has evolved into a comprehensive and challenging graduate programme, with specialised courses that include the latest research findings in both applied and fundamental computing fields. The programme provides advanced and in-depth knowledge of information technology (IT) to prepare our students and graduates for challenges in their IT careers.
The value of computing expertise in the workforce has increased sharply in recent years, fuelling enthusiasm and interest in the field among candidates across all sectors and backgrounds. However, there were few avenues to pursue a postgraduate degree in computing for many individuals without a related degree.
The MComp – General Track, introduced by the School of Computing in January 2021, is designed to provide a systematic pathway for graduates who wish to embark on an accelerated conversion to the computing field, offering opportunities for these candidates to enhance their computing knowledge and reposition themselves in their respective industries as competent IT professionals.
There are two admission pathways: direct admission for the full-time programme and stackable route for part-time admission.
Candidates applying for part-time admission through the stackable route are expected to have initially been enrolled in the Graduate Certificate (GC) in Computing Foundations, which can subsequently be upgraded to the MComp – General Track.
In addition to helping build a strong foundation in computing fundamentals, this programme offers elective courses that cover deep computing expertise to help prepare MComp graduates for future career challenges in the Infocomm sector.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Admission to the NUS MComp – General Track programme is granted on a competitive basis as places in the programme are limited. Applicants should possess the following minimum requirements:
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Bachelor's Degree with Honours or equivalent in any discipline, and/or GC in Computing Foundations with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0
Note: Applicants who wish to pursue the part-time stackable route are expected to initially have been enrolled in the GC in Computing Foundations
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| Skill/Experience |
IT-related job experience preferred
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English Language
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Applicants whose medium of university instruction is not completely in English:
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) minimum score of 90 (Internet-based), or
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS) minimum Academic score of 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.
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Other
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International applicants:
- Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) minimum scores of 320 (Verbal Reasoning and Quantitative Reasoning) and 3.5 (Analytical Writing), or
- Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) minimum score of 650, or
- Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) scores for graduates from Indian universities.
Candidates may be required to sit for other tests as prescribed by the School.
Note: GRE scores are valid for five years from the test date and should not have expired at point of application. Expired scores will not be considered for the application.
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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.
MODE OF STUDY AND PROGRAMME CANDIDATURE
The NUS MComp programme is offered on the following basis (with estimated time to complete the programme indicated below):
| Full-time |
18 months |
| Part-time |
30 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.
Capstone Project
Stretching over two semesters, the MComp capstone project is aimed at allowing students to pick up practical software engineering and system design skills that are needed in the Infocomm sector. It includes a computing internship component that allows graduating students to obtain industry work experience that supports both practical skills and self-directed learning.
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View Courses
Course Code
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Course Title
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Units |
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Computing Capstone Project |
12 |
Note: For more information about the courses listed above (as well as other courses offered in the current academic year), please visit NUSMODS.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
To graduate from the NUS MComp – General Track programme, students must meet the following requirements:
| Programme and/or Specialisation |
Read and pass a total of 52 Units, comprising:
- 24 Units of core/essential courses
- 16 Units of elective courses, and
- 12 Units of capstone project
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| Course and/or Qualification |
Of the ten core/essential and elective courses in the MComp – General Track programme requirement:
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A maximum of two can be level 4000, and
- A minimum of eight must be level 5000
Students who have completed the GC in Computing Foundations I and/or II can apply for up to 24 Units of their completed courses to be counted towards the core/essential course requirements of the General Track.
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| 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.
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| Other |
Not applicable
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FEES AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Kindly note that all fees for the NUS MComp – General Track programme quoted on this page are exclusive of prevailing GST, unless otherwise stated (GST rate will be increased from (i) 7% to 8% with effect from 1 Jan 2023; and (ii) 8% to 9% with effect from 1 Jan 2024). The University reserves all rights to review fees as necessary and adjust accordingly without prior notice.
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Tuition
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S$61,000.00
(excluding GST) /
From S$65,880.00 (including 8% GST) to S$66,490.00 (including 9% GST)
* A range is being shown here because the exact amount will vary due to the GST rate increase. To learn more, click here.
Note: The tuition fee stated above is for 52 Units. Students who are required to take more than 52 Units for programme completion are subject to supplementary tuition fees.
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Financial Assistance
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Starting AY2023/2024, tuition fee rebates will be provided for this programme as an NUS Master's Degree by Coursework programme not subsidised by the government:
• All Singaporeans and Singapore PRs will receive a 10% tuition fee rebate
• All NUS alumni will receive an additional 5% tuition fee rebate
Students in this programme have in the past been eligible for, or received funding support from:
• Singapore Digital (SG:D) Scholarship (Postgraduate) (Singapore Citizens only) — An industry scholarship offered by the Infocomm Media Development Authority that empowers individuals interested in pursuing Infocomm Media-related studies at the Master's or PhD level
• SkillsFuture Credit (Singapore Citizens only)
• MComp Study Awards
For more about loans and other financial assistance, please refer to the NUS Office of Admissions.
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Application
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S$100.93 (including 8% GST, with effect from 1 Jan 2023);
S$101.87 (including 9% GST, with effect from 1 Jan 2024)
- Non-refundable and non-transferable
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Acceptance
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S$5,000.00 (excluding GST)
- Payable upon acceptance of offer
- Non-refundable and non-transferable
- Will be credited towards tuition fees
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Miscellaneous Student Fees
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As published by NUS Registrar’s Office
- Payable every regular semester
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