OVERVIEW
Disruption due to advances in Information Technology (IT), a rapidly changing business and technology landscape, as well as Singapore’s push to transform into a Smart Nation mean that local and global enterprises must pursue constant digital innovation.
To remain competitive and survive, these organisations need a new breed of talented and competent IT professionals with cutting-edge IT skills and knowledge to champion, plan and execute transformational changes in their organisations.
The National University of Singapore (NUS) Master of Computing – Information Systems Specialisation (MComp IS) is specifically designed to prepare its graduates to become the next generation of business and technology leaders who will tackle these challenges head-on.
The programme will enhance and update students’ knowledge and skills by providing then with deep knowledge in key information systems areas, as well as valuable hands-on experiences. The MComp IS offers an ideal opportunity for IT professionals to gain advanced knowledge on IT-enabled digital transformation and innovation.
A primary objective of the specialisation is to serve as a pathway for IT professionals to transition from software engineer- and software developer-related roles into IT management and leadership positions. For professionals interested in championing innovative yet feasible IT solutions, the MComp IS is just the right choice.
The MComp IS programme is distinctive in its strong and holistic emphasis on four key pillars, namely enterprise IT management and transformation, enterprise IT innovation and design, analytics and intelligent systems, and digital entrepreneurship.
All modules are taught by leading experts in the field and offer both state-of-the-art conceptual frameworks to make sense of the complex world of IT-enabled innovation and disruption, as well as the latest practical tools and techniques for hands-on application to real-world problems. The programme also offers a research-oriented option where students can work with world-renowned professors on cutting-edge research projects.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Admission to the NUS MComp IS 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 Computing, or
- Bachelor's Degree with Honours in a related discipline (including Electronic Commerce, Engineering, Economics, Statistics and Mathematics), or
- Bachelor's Degree (preferably with Honours) in a business-related discipline
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| Skill/Experience |
For holders of undergraduate qualifications other than a Bachelor's Degree with Honours in Computing, (see above), two years of information technology (IT) industry experience.
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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.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
The NUS MComp IS is a 40-modular credit (MC) coursework-based Master’s Degree programme that offers three pathways to complete the programme:
- Coursework Option, which comprises:
- Specialisation modules (minimum 20 MCs), and
- Non-specialisation modules (20 MCs), which may include level 4000 to 6000 modules offered by the School of Computing.
Note: Of the modules required above, a maximum of two may be Level 4000.
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- Project Option, which comprises:
- Computing project (8 MCs),
- Specialisation modules (minimum 16 MCs), and
- Non-specialisation modules (16 MCs).
Note: Of the modules required above, a maximum of two may be Level 4000.
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- Dissertation Option, which comprises:
- Dissertation (16 MCs),
- Specialisation modules (minimum 12 MCs), and
- Non-specialisation modules (12 MCs).
Note: Of the modules required above, a maximum of two may be Level 4000.
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View Modules
| Module Code |
Module Title |
MCs |
| IS5002 |
Digital Transformation |
4 |
IS5003
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Platform Design and Economy
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4 |
IS5004
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Enterprise Architecture
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4 |
IS5005
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Digital Engagement
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4 |
IS5006
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Intelligent System Deployment
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4 |
| IS5007 |
Strategising for Global IT-enabled Business Success |
4 |
| IS5008 |
Technology Risk & Cyber Resilience |
4 |
| IS5009 |
Topics in Financial Technology Solutions
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4 |
IS5110
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Software Project Management
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4 |
IS5111
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IT Strategy and Governance |
4 |
IS5114
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Global IT Project and Vendor Management
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4 |
IS5116
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Digital Entrepreneurship
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4 |
IS5117
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Digital Government
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4 |
IS5126
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Hands-on with Applied Analytics |
4 |
IS5128
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Digital Innovation
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4 |
IS5151
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Information Security Policy and Management
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4 |
IS5152
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Data-Driven Decision Making |
4 |
IS5451
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Pervasive Technology Solutions and Development
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4 |
| IS5452 |
Affective Computing |
4 |
Note: For more information about the modules listed above (as well as other modules offered in the current academic year), please visit NUSMODS.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
To graduate from the NUS MComp IS programme, students must meet the following requirements:
| Programme and/or Specialisation |
Read and pass a total of 40 MCs.
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| Module and/or Qualification |
Refer to the respective Option in the Programme Structure above.
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| Cumulative Average Point (CAP) |
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 IS 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$50,000.00
(excluding GST) /
From S$54,000.00 (including 8% GST) to S$54,500.00 (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 40 MCs. Students who are required to take more than 40 MCs 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
• 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$100.00 (including 7% GST, before 1 Jan 2023);
S$100.93 (including 8% GST, with effect from 1 Jan 2023)
- 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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