OVERVIEW
The National University of Singapore (NUS) Bachelor of Technology (Supply Chain Management) programme builds on the suite of five existing BTech programmes (Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial & Management Engineering and Civil Engineering) offered by the School of Continuing and Lifelong Education (SCALE) and the College of Design and Engineering in NUS.
The programme will provide an avenue for suitably qualified polytechnic diploma holders who are currently employed to pursue a part-time degree at NUS, while allowing them to stay economically productive during the course.
The part-time programme will marry key components from the broad-based full-time Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) Industrial Systems Engineering and Management (ISE) programme with essential elements of strong industry relevance that will be immediately useful in the workplace. In this way, it will fulfil the strong aspiration of the growing number of capable polytechnic graduates to obtain a degree without the need to go overseas or give up their jobs.
The BTech (Supply Chain Management) programme is aligned with the Faculty’s educational philosophy which emphasises the learning of scientific fundamentals of engineering as a foundation for proficient and innovative practice. Interactive classroom lectures are augmented by hands-on laboratory sessions and design and research experience.
The BTech (Supply Chain Management) programme is aligned with the Faculty’s educational philosophy which emphasises the learning of scientific fundamentals of engineering as a foundation for proficient and innovative practice. Interactive classroom lectures are augmented by hands-on laboratory sessions and design and research experience.
The educational objectives of the programme are as follows:
- A deep fundamental knowledge of core supply chain management, supply chain engineering and general business disciplines such as international trade law;
- Broad integrative skills to apply the knowledge gained;
- An appreciation of the interactions between modern logistics and supply chains, with engineering, business and technology in modern society;
- A drive for life-long learning and continuous self-development; and
- An understanding of their roles as supply chain analysts/ engineers in the development of Singapore society at the national and global levels.
The student learning outcomes of the BTech (Supply Chain Management) curriculum strive to equip graduates with the following attributes:
- Apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering to logistics and supply chain management;
- Design and conduct experiments, analyse, interpret data and synthesise valid conclusions;
- Design a system, component, or process, and synthesise solutions to achieve desired needs;
- Identify and formulate research through relevant literature review, and solve engineering problems with substantiated conclusions;
- Use the techniques, skills and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice with appropriate considerations for public health and safety, cultural, societal, and environmental constraints;
- Communicate effectively (including listening, writing and speaking skills);
- Recognise the need for, and have the ability to engage in life-long learning;
- Understand the impact of engineering solutions in a societal context and to be able to respond effectively to the needs for sustainable development;
- Function effectively within multidisciplinary teams and understand the fundamental precepts of effective logistical and supply chain related project management; and
- Understand professional, ethical and moral responsibilities in the workplace.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Admission to the NUS BTech 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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Polytechnic Diploma or equivalent, in any discipline with evidence of strong mathematical or analytical content
Note: Holders of a two-and-a-half-year Continuing Education and Training (CET) Part-time Local Diploma in Engineering/Applied Science/Business Practice/Infocomm Technology may apply only after successfully completing their local diploma, and are required to complete the BTech Engineering Bridging Units (BEBUs)
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| Skill/Experience
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- Two years of full-time work experience; or
- Currently employed on a full-time basis; or
- Fully discharged National Service (NS) liability
Note: Part-time employment will not be considered as full-time work experience. A part-time employee is one who works for less than 35 hours a week, under contract of service with an employer.
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| Other
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Be at least 21 years of age
Applicants are encouraged to submit along with their application the following documentation (where applicable):
- Evidence of additional post-diploma/post-degree academic preparation, including advanced diploma and specialist diploma studies
- Availability of company sponsorship
Applicants may be required by the Admission Committee to sit for entrance examinations for further assessment.
Holders of a polytechnic diploma or equivalent (except for holders of a part-time diploma—who are required to take BEBUs may opt to take BTech Engineering Preparatory Units (BEPUs) as refresher courses before taking the entrance examinations.
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Note:
Singapore Citizens (SCs) and Singapore Permanent Residents (SPRs) who have fully discharged their full-time NS liability may be granted exemption from the work experience and age requirements if they are:
- Sponsored by their company for the part-time undergraduate degree programme; or
- Currently employed in a job role/sector related to the part-time undergraduate degree programme.
Such applicants must submit relevant supporting documents(s) along with their admission application for assessment. NUS reserves the right to determine if exemption will be granted, and the University's decision will be final and binding.
MODE OF STUDY AND PROGRAMME CANDIDATURE
The NUS BTech programme is offered on the following basis (with estimated time to complete the programme indicated in brackets):
- Part-time (typically four years)
The period of candidature is minimum two-and-half years and maximum six years.
Note: Students will be deemed to have progressed to the next stage of study if they have obtained at least the number of Units, including exemptions, as stated below:
- To move to Stage 2 (Year 2): 36 Units
- To move to Stage 3 (Year 3): 76 Units
- To move to Stage 4 (Year 4): 112 Units
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
The NUS BTech (Supply Chain Management) is a 160-Unit undergraduate degree programme comprising:
Note: 20 Units of programme requirements and 20 Units of unrestricted elective requirements will normally be given as Advanced Placement Credits (APCs) to holders of relevant diploma or higher qualifications. Students will be required to complete a minimum of 120 Units of courses as listed below.
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University-level Requirements for General Education
Students must complete 20 Units, comprising one General Education (GE) Course from each of the pillars in the following list.
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Pillar |
Units |
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Culture and Connections |
4 |
GEX
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Critique and Expressions |
4 |
GES
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Singapore Studies |
4 |
GEA
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Data Literacy |
4 |
GEI
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Digital Literacy |
4 |
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Unrestricted Elective Courses (12 Units)
These courses allow students to explore greater breadth or depth in any subject and at any level.
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SAMPLE study schedule. This sample is
NOT applicable to students who are already enrolled into the BTech programme. Current BTech students should refer to the recommended schedule in the
SCALE Student Portal.
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 with a BTech (Supply Chain Management) degree, students must meet the following requirements:
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Complete a minimum of 160 Units.
A minimum 60% of Programme/Major/Second Major credits must be earned from NUS courses, which are defined as all courses taught, co-taught, supervised or co-supervised by one or more NUS faculty members. These would consist of graded courses with assigned grade points, or courses with an ‘S' or ‘CS' grade.
The other 40% of credits may be earned through credit transfers, advanced placement and exemptions, provided these credits are earned from courses deemed relevant to the particular Major/Programme.
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| Course and/or Graduate Certificate |
Level-1000 courses to be counted towards fulfilment of graduation requirements limited to 60 Units (including the 20 Units of APCs)
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| Grade Point Average (GPA) |
Minimum 2.0 (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 |
Any other additional requirements that may be prescribed by SCALE, the College of Design and Engineering, or the University |
FEES AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
The University reserves all rights to review fees as necessary and adjust accordingly without prior notice.
| Tuition Fee |
Refer to the cohort-based tuition fee per Unit here.
Note: BTech fees are charged on a cohort-based system, where tuition fees are fixed throughout a student’s candidature, based on the prevailing fee for the intake in which the student was admitted. The fees are reviewed annually, with adjustments being made as and when necessary with each new cohort of students. This system, which has been in place at NUS since AY2008/09, allows each new cohort to anticipate the approximate total tuition fees they have to pay throughout their candidature
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| Financial Assistance |
The Singapore Ministry of Education (MOE) provides eligible Singaporeans and SPRs taking undergraduate degree or higher qualification programmes for the first time in local universities, even if on a part-time basis, with a substantial tuition fee subsidy. Refer to the cohort-based tuition fee per Unit here.
Mid-career Singaporeans aged 40 and above may also receive greater structural support to pursue a substantive skills reboot and stay relevant in a changing economy through the SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme.
For more about loans and other financial assistance, please refer to the NUS Office of Admissions |
| Application Fee |
S$50.00 (excluding GST) /
S$54.50 (including 9% GST)
- Non-refundable and non-transferable
- Limited to one application submission per intake, for up to a maximum of five programmes/courses per application
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| Administrative Fee |
S$255.06 (including 9% GST)
- Payable every regular semester
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| Miscellaneous Student Fees |
As published by NUS Office of the University Registrar
- Payable every regular semester
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