Doctor of Philosophy | Computer Science and Engineering

• Artificial Intelligence 
• Data Science 
• Cyber Security 
• Hardware & Computer Architecture 
• Custom Computing 
• Cyber Physical Systems 
• Software Engineering 
• Database & Information Systems 
• Bioinformatics 
• Multimedia 
• Social Media 
• Visual & Interactive Computing 
• Modeling & Simulation 
• Parallel and Distributed Computing 
• Cloud Computing 
• Computer Networks 

We encourage graduates with strong academic potential and passion for research to apply for NTU’s postgraduate research programmes. To support a comprehensive, evidence-based assessment, applicants shall provide evidence of strong academic foundations, including technical and English proficiency, relevant research experience, motivation to pursue graduate studies, and their personal character by submitting the following:  

1. Bachelor’s Degree: A strong Bachelor’s degree with minimum Honours (Distinction) and its equivalent.
2. English Proficiency: A good TOEFL/IELTS¹ score for applicants whose Bachelor’s degree is not conducted in English.
3. Research Proposal: A well-crafted research proposal that demonstrates the applicant’s research potential and motivation.
4. Resume: A resume that highlights personal and academic achievements, prior research experience and skills, leadership and character.
5. Academic References: Academic referee reports⁴ that provide insights into the applicant’s potential and character. 

Demonstrating strong quantitative, verbal, or analytical skills through GRE²/GATE³ test scores will greatly enhance your chances of admission.

Please refer to the admission requirements of the respective programme. 

¹TOEFL/IELTS test dates must be within 2 years or less from the date of your application.
²GRE test dates must be within 5 years or less from the date of your application.
³Applicants from India may use the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) score of at least 90th percentile in place of GRE. Test date must be within 3 years or less from the date of your application.
⁴At least one nominated referee must be an academic staff or faculty member (e.g. from your previous university).

Students in a graduate research programme pursue independent but supervised research in an approved topic.

During their studies, students are required to perform sufficiently well on multiple courses related to graduate-level academic subjects and communication skills. They will also have to undergo a Qualifying Examination/Confirmation Exercise within a stipulated period. Near the completion of their studies, candidates will have to submit a thesis for examination. In addition, Ph.D candidates must also undertake an oral examination on the subject matter of their thesis.

The School offers the following programmes on a part-time and full-time basis:

The NTU Academic Structure Handbook for Graduate Studies for AY2023-24 may be found here

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