Matriculation and Candidature
Matriculation is a formal process where a person registers for study at the University and thus becomes a member of the University student community. All students enrolling in NTU academic programmes that lead to the award of a degree must matriculate with the University before commencing their studies.
A person's status as a matriculated student will cease when he completes his study and is conferred his degree, or if he opts to withdraw from his study, or when his candidature is terminated by the University.
Matriculation carries with it the agreement to abide by University rules and regulations, and codes of conduct. This includes payment of any fees required by the University.
STEP 1: ACCEPT OFFER OF ADMISSION, RETRIEVE MATRICULATION NUMBER & CHANGE NETWORK ACCOUNT PASSWORD
The matriculation number is a unique student identification number which you will use throughout your study at the University.
STEP 2: DECLARATION OF CODES AND CONDUCT AND COMPLIANCES (from 1 March 2023 to 10 March 2023)
Declare that you acknowledge the University’s Code of Conduct, NTU Personal Data Privacy Statement and Consent for Students, and IT Rules for User Accounts.
STEP 3: MATRICULATE ONLINE & SELECT SPECIAL TERM COURSE (from Wed, 15 March 2023 to Sun, 19 March 2023 10.00am to 10.00pm)
You may read up to 2 courses in Special Term, subject to availability of vacancies. Do check out the courses that you can take in the Special Term prior to online matriculation.
You are required to matriculate online to register for study at the University. Following matriculation, you may be able to select your desired courses.
The Special Term calendar, list of courses offered, the course selection guide is here.
PROCEED TO MATRICULATE & SELECT YOUR COURSES
STEP 4: CONFIRM YOUR REGISTERED COURSES & MAKE PAYMENT OF FEES (from Fri 24 March 2023 to Wed, 29 March 2023)
Please check the courses that have been allocated to you from 24 March 2023 to 29 March 2023 (10.30am to 10pm). You must confirm your acceptance for each allocated course.
Please indicate your fee payment option and follow the instructions given for the selected option.
Click here to confirm acceptance of allocated course. Thereafter, please check your timetable via this link or your Degree Audit.
STEP 5: STUDENT MATRICULATION CARD PRINTING AND COLLECTION
The matriculation card identifies you as an NTU student and is used to access campus facilities, book sports equipment or borrow books from the libraries. Your matriculation card is also enabled with NETS Flashpay which means you can use it to make cashless payments at shops within and outside campus, and when taking public buses and MRT trains.
For more information on matriculation card printing, please click here.
You will be notified via your NTU email account on when to collect your matriculation card in person at One Stop @ SAC . You need to login to the One Stop portal and make an appointment ahead of your visit. Please bring along your identity card for verification during collection.
STEP 1: ACCEPT OFFER OF ADMISSION, RETRIEVE MATRICULATION NUMBER & CHANGE NETWORK ACCOUNT PASSWORD
The matriculation number is a unique student identification number which you will use throughout your study at the University.
STEP 2: DECLARATION OF CODES AND CONDUCT AND COMPLIANCES
Declare that you acknowledge the University’s Code of Conduct, NTU Personal Data Privacy Statement and Consent for Students, and IT Rules for User Accounts.
For students admitted to the Medicine programme: Please submit your acknowledgement of the screening and vaccination requirements stipulated by the Ministry of Health.
STEP 3: MATRICULATE ONLINE & CHECK CLASS TIMETABLE
You can check your class timetable for Semester 1 of Academic Year 2023-24 after matriculation.
You do not have to register courses on your own unless you have received separate instruction from your School. You may proceed to attend classes according to your class timetable.
The class timetable shows the courses and the
class groups that have been registered for you based on your recommended
curriculum plan and with careful planning to allow for a manageable study
load. You are advised to not make any changes to your registered courses
and classes. If you would like to make changes to your
registered courses and classes, or add more courses, please consult your School’s Registration Advisors first. Visit here for the course registration information and guide.
• PROCEED TO MATRICULATE
STEP 4: STUDENT MATRICULATION CARD PRINTING AND COLLECTION
The matriculation card identifies you as an NTU student and is used to access campus facilities, book sports equipment or borrow books from the libraries. Your matriculation card is also enabled with NETS Flashpay which means you can use it to make cashless payments at shops within and outside campus, and when taking public buses and MRT trains.
For more information on matriculation card printing and collection, please click here.
Students are responsible for keeping their personal particulars updated in the University's records in a timely manner, and to update their particulars whenever there are changes. The University will not be accountable for delayed or lost correspondence due to incorrect or outdated students' addresses or contacts. NTU students can access the Student Intranet for the procedures.
Applicants or freshmen who have yet to matriculate are to notify the Office of Admissions of changes in their particulars at [email protected] (local qualifications) or [email protected] (international qualifications).
Existing students may apply to change their programme within NTU during the application period prior to the start of each semester. The outcome is subject to the approval of the School(s) of both the current and new programme. NTU students can access Student Intranet for details.
For freshmen, they may enquire and apply directly with the Office of Admissions at [email protected] or [email protected] by Teaching Week 2 of their first semester.
Short-term leave during the Semester
You must submit your medical certificates or apply for short-term leave of absence with your School if you cannot attend classes on the following occasions:
- On days when there are laboratory sessions.
- On days when quizzes or tests are conducted during classes.
- On any occasion during the professional internship - students must submit leave application or medical certificate via the online internship system, InPlace at https://inplace.ntu.edu.sg.
- On any other occasions that tutor(s) or lecturer(s) deemed as compulsory for students' attendance.
NTU students can access Student Intranet for details and application for short-term leave during the semester.
Leave of Absence for an Entire Semester
Any student who seeks a leave of absence from any programme of study for an entire semester shall submit an application to the University stating the reasons and the period for which such leave is required.
A student who is not granted leave of absence but is absent for any period shall be deemed to have withdrawn from the University and shall have no automatic right of re-admission to the University.
Freshmen are not allowed to take LOA in their first semester of studies, except arising from extenuating circumstances (ie. medical reasons). For such cases, please submit your LOA application to the School for review.
Students who apply for leave of absence after the second teaching week of the semester will be liable to pay the fees for the entire semester.
NTU students can access Student Intranet for details and application for leave of absence for an entire semester.
Students are advised to consult their academic mentor in School before making an application for withdrawal from the University. For students who may be experiencing emotional or psychological issues, and would like to receive professional counselling, they may contact the University Wellbeing Centre
Students who apply for withdrawal from the University after the second teaching week of the semester will be liable to pay the tuition fees for the entire semester.
NTU students can access Student Intranet for further details.
Students who have not matriculated and do not wish to enrol in NTU may notify the Office of Admissions in writing at [email protected] (Local Qualifications) or [email protected] (International Qualifications).
Procedures for New Graduate Students Admitting in Trimester 3 of Academic Year 2022-2023
i) | Accept Offer of Admission | |
ii) | Declaration of Codes of Conduct and Compliances | |
iii) | Note Matriculation Number and Verify Name | |
iv) | Select Matric Card Design | |
v) | Select username for network account and change password. Refer to the procedures here and proceed to change your password. | |
If you encounter issues, please contact IT Service Desk at 6790 4357 or via the form. The network account is activated 1 working day after you accept your offer online |
Important Note:
Check that your name (including its sequence) matches the one printed on your NRIC/ passport. Your name displayed in the online acceptance page will be used to print your student card and academic transcript, and in official documents/correspondences by the University. Should there be any discrepancy in your name, please notify the University within 2 working days after your acceptance and provide your matriculation number and the supporting documents.
If there are any subsequent amendments to your name after your card is printed, you will need to apply for a replacement student card with a fee of $30.00 plus prevailing GST via GSLink> Administrative Matters> Apply for replacement of matric card.
2. Matriculate Online
The matriculation period will take place:
Students Admitting | Matriculation Date |
Trimester 3 of AY2022-23 | 7 to 9 February 2023 (10am to 10pm) |
If you obtain your matriculation number after the matriculation period for your respective programme, please matriculate one working day after you have selected your network account.
Please click here to perform the Matriculation online.
3. Graduate Student Link (GSLink)
The GSLink is a one-stop service point for Graduate Students, offering administrative and transactional services such as for registration of courses, checking of examination results, and updating of personal particulars. Your GSLink account will be updated by the timeline indicated:
Admission Term | Timeline |
Trimester 3 of AY2022-23 | 22 February 2023 |
4. Collect Matric Card
The matriculation card identifies you as an NTU student and is used to access campus facilities, book sports equipment or borrow books from the libraries. Your matriculation card is also enabled with NETS Flashpay which means you can use it to make cashless payments at shops within and outside campus, and when taking public buses and MRT trains.
For more information on matriculation card printing and collection, please click here.