The School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology (CCEB) offers a Work-Study Degree Programme (WSDeg)^*. Students in the programme receive on-the-job training experiences during their studies at NTU, in partnership with one of our industry-leading company partners. This enhances their readiness for the workplace, providing a decisive advantage in landing a dream job after graduation.

At present, the WSDeg programme is available to students in the BSc in Chemistry and Biological Chemistry programme.

Benefits

• Early Access To An Established Industry Partner—The multiple on-the-job trainings, hosted by established industry partners, provide a unique opportunity for students to supplement their classroom-based education with practical work experiences, and to learn about their host company's work culture and domain expertise.
• Deepen Relevant Industry Skillsets and Knowledge—Students benefit from greater exposure to a professional work environment, allowing them to their deepen technical skills, develop soft skills, and improve their understanding of real-world practices.
• Industry-sponsored Final Year Project—Students have the opportunity to embark on a final year project supervised by company and faculty supervisors.
• Enhance Career Readiness—The continuous engagement with a company throughout the course of study enhances students' job readiness and transition into the workplace after graduation.

Participating Companies

DBS Bank  • DSTA • Dyson  • Eva Group  • Evoqua Water Technologies  • GlobalFoundries
Hyperganic  • Makino  •  Manulife • Nordic Group Limited  • REC Solar Group • SAP
ST Electronic Engineering • Schlumberger • Standard Chartered Bank  • Swift Solutions
Vertex Holdings  • Visa • Yara International

... and more!

How to Apply

Students will be invited to apply in Year 2 Semester 1 via email. 

The following materials are needed for the application (please note that these materials will be forwarded to the participating companies):

• Cover Letter and Resume (as a single file, in PDF format)
• A brief explanation of interest in the programme

To be admitted to the programme, students must be first shortlisted by School to participate in the placement with a participating company. NTU's Career and Attachment Office will then facilitate the placement process. However, final placement is decided by companies on a competitive basis.