Mechanical Engineering is a discipline with a long history of technology innovation, and it is at the frontier of a new wave of technological breakthroughs that are characterised by digitalisation, connectivity, and intelligence.
With world-class faculty, facilities, and a rigorous but flexible curriculum, the MSc in Mechanical Engineering builds a solid foundation in fundamental theories on structures, dynamics, and controls, and provides students with the latest tools for analysing, designing, producing, and servicing various products and systems.
Graduates from the programme are expected to find jobs and advance their careers in a wide range of industry sectors that include: Electronics, Semiconductors, Machinery and Robotics, Advanced Manufacturing, Building and Construction, Pharmaceutical, Aerospace, Defence, Marine, Oil and Gas.
Admission Information
Application period for the August 2026 intake will start from 1 November and close after 28 February 2026.
- Option to complete a dissertation in lieu of two Elective courses
Optional specialisation in Additive Manufacturing
MAE Graduate Scholarship
The MAE Graduate Scholarship is awarded to exceptional applicants applying for admission to MAE's Master of Science programmes. The applicant must be able to demonstrate significant potential to enhance the academic rigor and reputation of the programme.
On top of the admission requirements of each programme, applicants will be assessed based on multiple factors that include academic record, working experiences, past achievements and awards, etc. Shortlisted applicants may be invited for interviews, and successful applicants will be informed of the outcome shortly after the offer of admission.
Each Scholarship amounts to 100% of the total Tuition Fees for the programme, not including miscellaneous fees. The amount cannot be used to offset the SGD50 application fee and the SGD5000 acceptance of offer deposit payment. Partial scholarships (50% of the total tuition fees) may also be awarded at the discretion of the Scholarship Evaluation Committee.
Recipients are expected to maintain a CGPA of 3.50 each Semester to maintain the eligibility for the Scholarship.
If you are interested, please complete and submit the MAE Graduate Scholarship Application Form to MAE Graduate Studies Office ([email protected]). Deadline for submission [August 2026 intake] will be on 28th February 2026.
Candidates must possess
(A) A good bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial engineering or a related discipline with mathematical and production training, or
(B) A bachelor's degree in engineering or a related discipline with mathematical training and 2 years relevant industry experience, and
(C) A good TOEFL score (iBT = 85 or more, PBT = 563 or more, CBT = 223 or more) or IELTS score (6.0 or more) for graduates of universities in which English is not the medium of instruction. Please ensure that you upload a scanned copy of TOEFL/IELTS along with your application (hardcopy is not required).
Related disciplines include but are not limited to bachelor's programmes offered by the College of Engineering, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore.
Applicants are recommended to also provide letters of reference from academic or professional supervisors and a clear statement of purpose in support of their application.
Full-Time (min. 1 year, max. 2 years) and Part-Time (min. 2 years, max. 4 years);
30 AUs coursework or 24 AUs coursework and a dissertation
| Option | Description | No. of Courses | Core | Electives |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coursework and Dissertation# | 8 Courses + Dissertation | 4 | 4 |
| 2 | Coursework Only (*Default Option) | 10 Courses | 4 | 6 |
#Full-time students choosing the dissertation option typically require 1.5 years instead of 1 year to graduate.
*Please note that ALL students will automatically be assigned the default Option 2 - Coursework Only. If you wish to apply for Option 1: Coursework and Dissertation, you must apply using the "Application for Conversion of Option of study" form during your first Semester.
CORE COURSES
| Course Code | Title | AUs | Prerequisite(s) | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MA6801 | Advanced Thermal Engineering | 3 | NIL | 1 & 2 |
| MA6802 | Engineering Measurements | 3 | NIL | 1 & 2 |
| MA6803 | Computational Methods in Engineering | 3 | NIL | 1 & 2 |
| MA6804 | Advanced Mechanics of Materials | 3 | NIL | 1 & 2 |
ELECTIVE COURSES
| Course Code | Title | AUs | Prerequisite(s) | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MA6086 | Systems Engineering Fundamentals | 3 | Recommended- Project Management experience | 1 & 2 |
| MA6087 | Project Strategy, Risk and Quality Management | 3 | Recommended- Project Management experience | 1 & 2 |
| MA6090 | Sustainability in Project Management | 3 | NIL | 1 & 2 |
| MA6502 | Fundamentals and Advances in Additive Manufacturing | 3 | NIL | 2 |
| MA6503 | Lasers and Optics in Smart Industry | 3 | NIL | 1 & 2 |
| MA6511 | Advanced Manufacturing Processes | 3 | NIL | not offered in AY2025 |
| MA6512 | Fundamentals of Precision Engineering | 3 | NIL | 1 & 2 |
| MA6515 | 3D Printing of Electronics | 3 | NIL | 1 & 2 |
| MA6517 | Future of Manufacturing - Technologies and Management | 3 | NIL | 1 & 2 |
| MA6518 | Semiconductor Manufacturing - IC Chips Fabrication & Electronic Packaging | 3 | NIL | 1 & 2 |
| MA6703 | Supply Chain Inventory Planning | 3 | NIL | 1 & 2 |
| MA6715 | Systems Simulation & Modeling | 3 | NIL | 1 |
| MA6788 | Independent Study | 3 | Prior approval from Programme Director is required | 1 & 2 |
| MA6811 | Product Design & Development | 3 | NIL | 1 |
| MA6812 | Advanced Materials Engineering | 3 | NIL | 1 |
MA6813 | Robotics and Industrial Automation | 3 | NIL | Not offered in AY2025 |
| MA6814 | Structural Integrity for Sustainability and Clean Energy Technologies | 3 | Recommended- Basic knowledge of Materials Science and Mechanics of Materials | 1 & 2 |
| MA6815 | Maritime Decarbonization: System Design and Operations | 3 | NIL | 1 & 2 |
| MA6816 | Laser Assisted Manufacturing | 3 | NIL | not offered in AY2025 |
| MA6817 | Biomedical Systems: Mechanics, Materials, And Manufacturing | 3 | NIL | 1 & 2 |
Please note that course offerings are subject to review every academic year.
Optional Specialisation in Additive Manufacturing
Conditions for the Award of the Additive Manufacturing Specialisation
i. Pass all core courses
| Course Code | Course Title |
| MA6801 | Advanced Thermal Engineering |
| MA6802 | Engineering Measurements |
| MA6803 | Computational Methods in Engineering |
| MA6804 | Advanced Mechanics of Materials |
ii. Pass any four of the following Additive Manufacturing courses
| Course Code | Course Title |
| MA6502 | Fundamentals and Advances in Additive Manufacturing |
| MA6503 | Lasers and Optics in Smart Industry |
| MA6511 | Advanced Manufacturing Processes |
| MA6512 | Fundamentals of Precision Engineering |
| MA6513 | Advanced Design for Manufacturing |
| MA6515 | 3D Printing of Electronics |
| MA6517 | Future of Manufacturing - Technologies and Management |
| MA6518 | Semiconductor Manufacturing - IC Chips Fabrication and Electronics Packaging |
| MA6811 | Product Design and Development |
| MA6816 | Laser Assisted Manufacturing |
In addition to the above core and specialisation requirements, students must also meet a minimum CGPA of 2.50 in order to graduate.
Course Synopsis
CORE COURSES
MA6801 Advanced Thermal Engineering
The objective of this course is to provide you with knowledge on thermal engineering issues in advanced levels overlapping with senior years of undergraduate level. The topics cover fundamentals of heat conduction and convection, and the solution methods.
The course covers the following sections: Heat Conduction; Fundamental Equations for Fluids and Energy; Similarity, Vorticity Equation and Potential Flow; Momentum Boundary Layer Theory; Thermal Boundary Layer Theory; Free Convection; Internal Flow Convection Heat Transfer.
MA6802 Engineering Measurements
The course covers the following sections: Advanced principles of measurement; Measurement system design; Advanced metrology.
The course covers the following sections: Object modeling and algorithms; Optimisation; Approximation & interpolation; Large-scale systems of linear equations; Numerical differentiation; Numerical integration; Numerical methods for ordinary differential equations; Numerical methods for partial differential equations.
MA6804 Advanced Mechanics of Materials
The course aims to provide you with a comprehensive knowledge of essentials of advanced topics of mechanics of solids including aspects of mechanics and aspects of materials.
The first part of the current course will cover the advanced topics of statically indeterminacy, stress concentration, and creep and viscoelasticity. The second part focuses on a very useful and common engineering structures, plates and shells, their governing equations, and particularly some numerical analysis. The third part introduces an advanced and widely applied materials of the last few decades, laminated composites materials. The various constituents of the materials are delved into as well as the bonded lamina. The fourth part closes with the introduction of the application of the aforementioned laminates as plates in topics such bending, vibration, and buckling.
ELECTIVE COURSES
MA6086 Systems Engineering Fundamentals
This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of Systems Engineering and their application to the Management of Projects. It covers a broad spectrum of Systems Engineering topics, across both from a hard systems and soft systems perspective. Primary topics covered in this course will include stakeholder identification, stakeholder analysis, requirement definition, requirements management, system design and development, life cycle Analysis, project complexity, configuration management and interface management. Students will also be introduced to understanding more about Systems Engineering Models, Principles and Best Practices. The main feature of the course is to enable the students to take a “systems approach” to project management.
MA6087 Project Strategy, Risk and Quality Management
Aim of this course is to give students an understanding of project management in the context of corporate and business strategies. The course illustrates interdependencies between corporate and business strategies, and show the importance of developing an effective project strategy aligned to corporate strategy. Topics covered in this course include corporate strategy, portfolio and programme management, delivery of strategic objectives, risk and uncertainty, enterprise risk management (ERM), reputation, and governance.
MA6090 Sustainability in Project Management
This course is designed to equip the participants with fundamental knowledge and general analysis of 3D printing processes.
The course covers the following topics: Introduction to additive manufacturing; Vat photopolymerization; Material jetting; Material extrusion; Sheet lamination; Powder bed fusion; Directed energy deposition; Binder jetting; Design for additive manufacturing and file formats; Applications of additive manufacturing; Benchmarking and future trends; Case studies.
MA6503 Lasers and Optics in Smart Industry
This course on “Lasers and Optics in Smart Industry” better maps to the Industry Transformation Maps (ITMS) through Skills Framework. Necessary elements of Advanced manufacturing and Precision Engineering are included in this course. This will give the manufacturing and precision engineering industry a better assurance that our graduates are equipped with the relevant skills of the advanced and smart manufacturing techniques using lasers and optics, to meet the evolving needs of the sector.
Topics covered are: Basic optics and lasers; Laser optics for material processing; Smart manufacturing-continuous wave and pulsed lasers; Laser beam assisted manufacturing; Interferometric patterning and feature fabrication for smart industry applications; Laser and optics for smart industry.
This course provides a graduate level understanding of manufacturing processes needed to provide shape, dimensions and properties to materials at an affordable cost. Starting from the nature of raw materials available for shaping, various methods to shape them will be described. The emphasis will be on linking the nature of the process to the shapes, dimensions and properties that can be achieved. Case studies will be utilized to facilitate the understanding of the choice of the manufacturing processes for various components. The course aims to provide students with a comprehensive coverage of modern manufacturing processes, emphasize on quantitative treatment of manufacturing by introducing manufacturing science concepts and mathematical models to describe and design the processes, and relate theoretical concepts to industrial practice through case studies and assignments.
The course covers the following sections: Overview of manufacturing; Solidification processes; Metal forming; Material addition processes; Material removal processes; Particulate processing of metals and ceramics; Assembly technologies; Manufacturing process selection and process planning.
The course aims to provide a fundamental understanding of precision engineering and apply concepts to industrial situations. As a course offered is targeted at MSc Smart Manufacturing it aims to provide a firm grounding of manufacturing science in precision engineering and to enable a good grasp of the concepts that can be applied to industrial problems.
The course covers the following topics: Overview and history of precision engineering; Tolerance technology; Measurement; Principles of precision machine design; Machining.
MA6515 3D Printing of Electronics
The course covers the fundamental topics that are essential for 3D printing of electronics and smart sensors. It is suitable to prepare students for the future of smart and advanced manufacturing techniques. And this course provides a comprehensive overview of the recent progress and discusses the fundamentals of the 3D printed electronics technologies, their respective advantages, shortcomings and potential applications.
Topics included are: Introduction to conventional electronics manufacturing and 3D Printing of electronics; Conventional contact printing techniques for printed electronics; 3D freeform electronics printing techniques; Materials and inks for 3D printed electronics; Substrates and processing for 3D printed electronics; Sintering techniques for metallic nanoparticle inks; Computational design and simulation; Applications of 3D printed electronics and future trends; Lab tour; Workshop.
MA6517 Future of Manufacturing - Technologies and Management
This course aims to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the emerging technologies and strategic management practices transforming the manufacturing industry. You will explore critical topics such as Industry 4.0, robotics, additive manufacturing, artificial intelligence, and sustainable practices, enabling you to lead and manage technology integration effectively. This course is ideal for students and professionals in engineering, technology management, and business who are looking to deepen their knowledge of manufacturing innovations and management strategies. By taking this course, you will gain the skills needed to drive technological advancements, create innovative business models, and foster sustainable growth in the manufacturing sector, empowering you to excel in future leadership roles and navigate the complexities of a rapidly evolving industry.
The course covers the following topics: Foundations of future of manufacturing, Key technologies shaping manufacturing, Business model innovation, digital disruption, technology management and P&L Management, Industrial application, case studies and industrial sharing, Sustainable manufacturing and environmental impact.
MA6518 Semiconductor Manufacturing - IC Chips Fabrication & Electronic Packaging
This course provides an in-depth exploration of the semiconductor manufacturing process, focusing on integrated circuit (IC) chip fabrication and electronic packaging. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the technologies, materials, and mechanical processes involved in producing cutting-edge semiconductor devices. The course covers key stages from wafer processing, photolithography, etching, deposition, and packaging to testing and quality control. By bridging theory with real-world applications, students will acquire the knowledge to contribute to advancements in semiconductor technology.
MA6703 Supply Chain Inventory Planning
The aim of this course is to inculcate the value of information sharing among supply chain partners. Starting with a basic understanding of supply chains and their designs, this course delves into advanced topics important to supply chain managers, such as design of inventory policies, pipeline inventory considerations, supply chain contracts and risk and sustainability considerations in global supply chains.
The course covers the following topics: Supply chain management: issues and challenges, risk pooling; Value of information; Multi-echelon inventory management; Supply chain integration: push-pull supply chain; Supply chain drivers and metrics; SC performance measurement; Supply network design: pipeline inventory consideration in supply chains; Inventory-transportation trade-off; Supply contracts; Risks in global supply chains and supply chain strategies.
The primary objective of this course is to provide an insight into effective decision-making using simulation modeling. The bulk of the time in the course is spent on discrete event simulation modeling. Simulation model building aspects of discrete systems (such as manufacturing and logistics facilities, supply-chains) are covered in detail. The course also demonstrates the effectiveness of computer simulation to successfully model, analyze and improve systems under study. Simulation software (Arena) is used to demonstrate building and executing the models. Continuous and combined system simulation is also covered in later part of the course. The course also covers the topic of simulation life cycle analysis, and goes over issues such as model verification and validation. Additionally, it looks into the modeling of input data and analysis of model output.
The course covers the following topics: Discrete-event simulation; Basics model-building blocks; Simulation case studies; Simulation modelling of manufacturing facilities; Supply-chain simulation; Simulation workshop; Continuous simulation; Simulation in the process industry; Input-output analysis; Simulation life-cycle analysis; Model verification and validation, Simulation paradigms and languages.
MA6788 Independent Study
The MA6788 Independent Study course aims to provide an opportunity for students to work on actual industry projects within an actual industry environment. Students are expected to apply theoretical learnings to address real industry problems and carry out projects in a systematic way, which includes project definition and scoping, project planning and scheduling, resource planning and financial budgeting, progress and result reporting and presentation etc.
Through this project-based course, students will gain valuable industry exposure and working experience, improve problem solving capabilities, enhance communication and leadership skills. The ultimate goal of the course is to bridge the gap between theoretical learning and practical problem solving, thus laying a solid foundation for students to embark on their career development in various industries.
Note: Students taking this course are expected to work on a project over the semester, in an actual industry context through an internship or work stint. The MA6788 Independent Study course is available to students on the coursework only study option. Students who have converted to the coursework and dissertation study option are not allowed to enrol in the MA6788 course.
For more information on the course registration process, please visit the Current Students Page.
Covered within this subject are the description of a multi-disciplinary, cross-functional approach, the product development processes, the various product development strategies, needs finding and identifications, establishing product specifications, generation of ideas and concepts, concepts evaluation and selection, product architecture, product aesthetics, form creation, and corporate and product identity. Design theories and collaborative product development utilizing the latest technology, e.g. the Internet, will also be included to complete the overall picture of new product development.
The course covers the following topics: Principles of Concurrent Engineering; Design for Excellence (DFX); PLM and Product Planning; CPD and Its Tools; Industrial Design; Axiomatic Design; CRM and Mass Customization; Product Development Process; Needs and Product Specifications; Generation of Ideas and Concepts; Product Architecture; Corporate Identity and Management; Product Family & Platform Design.
MA6812 Advanced Materials Engineering
This course is expected to cover the key engineering aspects of various materials, such as, metals, composites, polymer and ceramics. It will also educate students to understand failures with causes and preventive measures, material selection and applications.
The course covers the following sections: Metallic and composite materials; materials selection and failure analysis; Polymeric materials; Ceramic materials.
MA6813 Robotics and Industrial Automation
This course is designed to provide an overview of the role of automation and Robotics in industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, transportation, food industry, etc. It will explore the various applications of automation and Robotics in manufacturing, the impact of these technologies on productivity and efficiency, and the challenges and opportunities that arise from their adoption. The course will also cover the ethical and societal implications of using these technologies in industries. Besides, this course aims to equip participants with the knowledge and tools to deploy intelligent perception approaches to real-world robotic applications. It mainly focuses on the domains of computer vision and motion planning, targeting their applications in collaborative Robotics. The sessions are organized to offer a hands-on experience based on Python programming, and state-of-art perception libraries.
The course covers the following sections Introduction to Automation and Robotics in Industries, Types of Automation and Robotics in Industries, Applications of Automation and Robotics in Industries, Perception for industrial and collaborative robots, Robot motion planning and simulation of robotic solutions, Integration of subsystems and system architecture for robotic perception, Impacts of Automation and Robotics in Industries, Challenges and Opportunities of AI and Robotics in Industries, Implementing Automation and Robotics in Industries, Advanced Topics in Automation and Robotics in Industries, Case Studies in Automation and Robotics in Industries, Ethical and Societal Implications of AI and Robotics in Industries, Robots hands-on and experiments.
MA6814 Structural Integrity for Sustainability and Clean Energy Technologies
In manufacturing a component or assembling a structure, design engineers typically consider various pertinent factors such as functional requirements, reliability, safety, cost and adverse environmental conditions that might potentially affect their product design performance in its lifetime. However, in-service failures of various structural components occur regularly, causing severe loss productivity, environmental disasters, and, at times, loss of life. Such failures occur due to limitations in material performance or critical loading conditions not taken into account during design. With the increasing emphasis on environmental protection, sustainability, and transition into clean energy technologies, it becomes imperative that mechanical engineers incorporate sustainability and emerging green technologies into the designs for structural integrity. Keeping this in view, this course, “Structural Integrity for Sustainability and Clean Energy Technologies,” is designed to train the new generation of mechanical engineers who are well versed in the relevant concepts of the mechanical behavior of materials to the design process as well as case studies in structural integrity and adapt well the changing design concepts due to the emphasis on sustainability, hydrogen economy, and Industry 4.0.
This course is relevant and important to all those mechanical engineers who would like be at the forefront of new age structural design concepts, as this course will provide an intensive introduction to the subject as well as vivid case examples. This course can provide students of mechanical, automotive, aerospace, marine, chemical, and materials science engineering disciplines with a deep understanding of competing mechanisms of failure in various loading and practical operating conditions of load-bearing structural components. This course will also be highly useful to aspiring researchers interested in the field of mechanical, material science, chemical, oil and gas (marine) etc., as they can benefit from this course by gaining a deeper understanding of material behavior under a range of loading conditions illustrated through practical case studies.
MA6815 Maritime Decarbonization: System Design And Operations
The aim of this course is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the foundational principles and core concepts integral to achieving decarbonization within the maritime industry. By exploring key topics such as the International Maritime Organization's (IMO) greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction strategies, ship energy efficiency measures, and the application of alternative fuels, students will gain the knowledge necessary to critically assess and contribute to the technical, economic, and environmental aspects of decarbonizing maritime operations. The course will also address the challenges and opportunities related to integrating energy-saving technologies, renewable energy sources, and alternative propulsion systems, as well as the long-term impacts of innovations like zero-emission ships and carbon capture solutions. Through a blend of theoretical study, practical analysis, and case studies, students will be equipped to design, evaluate, and optimize maritime systems with sustainability in mind, preparing them to contribute meaningfully to the ongoing transformation of the maritime sector.
MA6816 Laser Assisted Manufacturing
MA6817 Biomedical Systems: Mechanics, Materials, And Manufacturing
Fees
Please note this MSc programme is a self-financed, non-MOE subsidised programme.
| S$ | ||
Application Fees (Inclusive of 9% GST)
| Non-refundable (Payable when you submit your application) | 50 |
Deposit Payment (Inclusive of 9% GST) | Non-refundable and non-transferrable (payable upon acceptance of offer of admission) The deposit will be used to offset the semester 1 tuition fees after matriculation | 5,000 |
Tuition Fee (Inclusive of 9% GST) | To attain an MSc in Mechanical Engineering, candidates must
complete ten courses (30 AUs), or eight courses (24 AUs) and one
dissertation (6 AUs) | Academic Year 2026-2027 55,099.50 (Full Programme) 1,836.65 (Per Academic Unit) |
Fees are subject to annual revision
Notes on payment of fees:
Students will be billed
after course registration period each semester, based on the Academic
Units registered and payment due date is 2 weeks after billing date.
A
student who withdraws or leaves the University after course
registration period has ended is liable to pay the fees due for the
semester.
Incentives for NTU Alumni
- From AY2024-2025 intakes onwards: NTU Alumni students are entitled to 10% study incentives in the form of reduction in fees.
Incentives for Singapore Citizens and Singapore Permanent Residents
- From AY2024-2025 intakes onwards: Students who are Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents will receive a one-time subsidy of $5,000. Those eligible for financial aid will receive an additional $5,000.
- From AY2025-2026 intakes onwards: The $5,000 subsidy for Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents will continue. Additionally, the maximum financial aid available for eligible local students will increase to $10,000. This enhancement applies only to new intakes from AY2025 onwards.
SkillsFuture Credits
If you are a Singaporean student, you may use up to $5000 of your SkillsFuture credits towards tuition fees. The claim submission has to be completed within 60 days of the start date of the next Semester (e.g. You must submit from November to claim towards Semester 2 tuition fees)
To do so, please follow the following steps:
- Log in to SkillsFuture portal and click on “Make SkillsFuture Credit Claim”
- Select NTU MSc Mechanical Engineering
- To submit a claim, you should have supporting documents such as letter of offer, matriculation documents etc.
- In your claim, indicate the course start date to be first day of the upcoming Semester in the Academic Calendar.
- As your e-bill for the upcoming Semester would not be available yet, take note of your SFC Claim ID.
- Notify School ([email protected]) and NTU NSS-Finance ([email protected]) with the SFC Claim ID and the amount to be claimed through SFC.
- When you receive your e-bill for the Semester, leave the SFC amount to be claimed out of your payment.
- Please refer to Skillsfuture FAQ at this link.