PhD / M.Eng / EngD – CDE Graduate Research Programmes
Dear Students,
We are pleased to inform you that applications are now open for the Doctoral and Research Master’s Programmes at the College of Design and Engineering (CDE), National University of Singapore (NUS), for the upcoming January 2026 and August 2026 intakes.
Key Details
Programme Name: PhD, Master of Engineering (M.Eng), and Doctor of Engineering (EngD) – CDE Graduate Research Programmes
Application Period:
- For January 2026 intake: Applications close by 01 August 2025
- For August 2026 intake: Applications open after 01 August 2025 and close by 15 January 2026
Mode: Full-time, On-campus in Singapore
Eligibility
- Academic: A good Bachelor’s degree with Honours (2nd Class Upper / Distinction or better)
- English Proficiency: TOEFL: 85 (Internet-based test); IELTS: 6.0 (Overall)
- GRE: Optional but recommended for PhD applicants. GRE score of 320 (Verbal & Quantitative Total) and 3.5 (Analytical)
Programme Perks
- World-class research environment across 10 departments
- Guidance from globally renowned researchers and innovators
- Access to interdisciplinary collaborations and industry-driven labs
- Scholarships with monthly stipends up to S$4,500 (no bond), including:
- President’s Graduate Fellowship
- Singapore International Graduate Award (SINGA)
- NUS Research Scholarship
- Commonwealth Scholarship
- AI Singapore Scholarship
- A*STAR Graduate Scholarship
Departments Offering Research Programmes
- Department of Architecture
- Department of the Built Environment
- Department of Biomedical Engineering
- Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering
- Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
- Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering
- Division of Industrial Design
- Department of Industrial Systems Engineering & Management
- Department of Materials Science & Engineering
- Department of Mechanical Engineering
How to Apply
Application Portal: https://gradapp.nus.edu.sg/portal/app_manage
Application Guide: How to Apply
Application Timeline: Click here for details
Programmes Offered
We encourage all eligible and interested students to explore these prestigious research opportunities at NUS CDE and apply within the relevant deadlines.