OVERVIEW

The National University of Singapore (NUS) Master of Science (Computer Engineering), also known as MSc (Computer Engineering), is offered by the NUS College of Design and Engineering.

The MSc (Computer Engineering) – Computing Hardware Infrastructure (CHI) Specialisation will give students exposure to designing firmware/hardware using co-design techniques that are akin to embedded devices.

Students will learn about different kinds of platforms (ranging from modern multiprocessors to Cloud computing platforms) and state-of-the-art devices in a variety of applications that are used in communications and computing technologies.

With device security being an important factor, the programme also provides students with opportunities to design security-aware techniques for hardware devices.

In addition, they will use sophisticated equipment, like 3D printers to print custom hardware components and interconnect with other microcontroller-based hardware for designing virtual reality (VR) / augmented reality (AR) platforms for real-world applications. 

They will learn to handle computer platforms like Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) and interfacing techniques with several Internet of Things and small-scale devices used in a number of real-life applications.

The programme curriculum for this specialisation also includes a compulsory project course, which will serve as a challenge for students after they acquire the fundamental and practical skills in required areas of learning.

Projects could be:

• Industry-driven, where students can get exposure to and training in state-of-the-art tools and industry practices, and take on different roles to gain an all-round experience (e.g. team-playing, solution-architecting, etc.), and/or
• Research-based, conducted under the supervision of an expert faculty, where students can gain insights into state-of-the-art techniques and solutions and have an opportunity to innovate novel methodologies that may motivate them to become researchers, allowing them to develop as resourceful and innovative individuals who are able to propose novel solutions while working in a team.

Additional details about the project course (and the overall curriculum) can be found in the Programme Structure section below.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Note: Applications must be completed on the NUS Graduate Admission System (GDA2). Please see application information here.

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

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

Note: A guide to course registration for graduate students is available here, and class timetables may be viewed here. 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 MSc (Computer Engineering) programme – CHI Specialisation, students must meet the following requirements:

Programme and/or Specialisation	Read and pass a total of 40 Units, comprising: At least 8 Units of core/essential courses, and 32 Units of elective courses
Course and/or Qualification	Refer to the Programme Structure above.
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	Fulfil required e-courses as and when imposed at the University level.

FEES AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Kindly note that all fees for the NUS MSc (Computer Engineering) 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.

Tuition	S$51,500.00 (excluding GST) / From S$55,620.00 (including 8% GST) to S$56,135.00 (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 Units. Students who are required to take more than 40 Units for programme completion are subject to supplementary tuition fees.
Financial Assistance	Singaporeans and Singapore PRs who are admitted in AY2022/2023 and AY2023/2024 (either full-time or part-time) may enjoy a rebate of S$10,000, which will be offset from the tuition fee. 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 For more about loans and other financial assistance, please refer to the NUS Office of Admissions.
Application	S$60.00 (including 8% GST, with effect from 1 Jan 2023) Non-refundable and non-transferable
Acceptance	To be advised
Miscellaneous Student Fees	As published by NUS Registrar’s Office Payable every regular semester

Programme at a Glance*

Upcoming Event(s): Watch this space for updates!

Next Intake: JAN 2024

Application Period: To be announced

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* For full details, please refer to main write-up.

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