Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering with Second Major in Business

Single Degree with 2nd Major

At NTU-CEE, you will be equipped to enhance liveable and sustainable environments as a civil engineer, while gaining valuable business perspectives to excel in management and leadership.

The Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Civil Engineering with Second Major in Business is a unique interdisciplinary programme jointly offered by the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Nanyang Business School.

Delivered over four years, this program integrates rigorous engineering training with essential business knowledge. By combining technical expertise with management and leadership skills, it equips graduates with a distinct competitive edge and broadens their career opportunities, preparing them to succeed in today’s dynamic and multidisciplinary environment.

 

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Minimum Subject Requirements

Applicants are expected to fulfil these minimum subject requirements.

InstitutionRequirements
Singapore Cambridge GCE 'A' LevelH2 Level pass in Mathematics, and H2 Level pass in Physics / Chemistry / Biology /Computing
International Baccalaureate DiplomaMathematics at Higher Level, and Physics / Chemistry / Biology / Computer Science at Higher Level
NUS High School DiplomaMajor CAP of 2.0 in Mathematics, and Major CAP of 2.0 in Physics / Chemistry / Biology
International and Other Qualifications
Mathematics at Senior High School Level, and Physics / Chemistry / Biology at Senior High School Level, and Physics at Junior High School Level*

* Physics at Junior High School level is only applicable to applicants who have not read Physics at Senior High School Level.
Polytechnic Diploma

Applicants with relevant diplomas from one of the local polytechnics may apply for admission. 

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Students with outstanding ‘A’ Level, IB, NUS High School Diploma, or Polytechnic Diploma results may qualify for exemptions from selected first-year courses (up to three for pre-university qualifications).


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Interdisciplinary Common Core (ICC) curriculum

The programme is designed to provide a comprehensive education and create diverse opportunities that harness students' talents, nurturing graduates without boundaries.

The Interdisciplinary Common Core (ICC) curriculum enhances teaching outcomes and prepares our students for lifelong learning. The ICC curriculum consists of:
  • Interdisciplinary Collaborative Core (ICC): approximately 25%
  • Major Requirements (Core and Major Prescribed Electives): approximately 60%
  • Broadening and Deepening Electives (BDE): approximately 15%

Duration

The Bachelor of Engineering (Civil Engineering) with Second Major in Business is a four-year, full-time direct honours programme.


Second Major in Business

In addition to the Core Programme Requirements, students need to fulfill a minimum total of 30 AUs of Foundation Business Courses + Advanced Business Courses.

After completing the first year, students have the option to continue with the Second Major in Business (Mainstream) or to specialize in International Trading as part of the Second Major through the International Trading Programme (ITP) Opt-In Exercise.


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Minor

Students can acquire multiple skills and broader knowledge beyond what their major discipline may provide through minor programmes. There are more than 45 minors available in NTU.


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Specialisation

In Year 3 & 4, students are to gain deeper expertise in their chosen field and enhance the value of their degree.


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Curriculum Structure with Professional Internship (PI)

Academic Unit Requirement
Major Requirements
(Core + Major PE)
80 + 3
Interdisciplinary Collaborative Core (ICC)   – Common Core14
Interdisciplinary Collaborative Core (ICC)   – Professional Series16
Interdisciplinary Collaborative Core (ICC)
– Care, Serve, Learn
3
Broadening and Deepening Electives (BDE)
(Second Major in Business / Second Major in Business - International Trading)
30 / 31
Total146 / 147

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Beyond roles in infrastructure development, the Second Major in Business equips Civil Engineering graduates with strong business proficiency, opening up broader career pathways and supporting advancement in professions where business skills are highly valued. Our graduates have gone on to thrive in a wide range of exciting sectors.


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The programme is accredited by the Institution of Engineers Singapore (IES) through its Engineering Accreditation Board (EAB). IES is the Singapore signatory of the Washington Accord - an international agreement that evaluates the degree to which engineering academic programmes equip their graduates with the skills required for practising engineering at the professional level.

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