Science

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Education

Double major

Programme Type

Full-time

For over 70 years, NIE has prepared educators grounded in scientific inquiry, disciplinary integration, and research-led practice. Its emphasis on educational research ensures that chemistry educators are well equipped to address contemporary scientific challenges. 

The Chemistry major allows you to explore the nature of matter and gain an in-depth understanding of chemical concepts through inquiry and research. Chemistry, as the “Central Science,” holds key ideas essential for addressing challenges such as drug design, new materials for energy storage, and sustainable living. 

The curriculum encompasses how matter is made, measured, and modelled, with foundations in organic, inorganic, analytical, and physical chemistry, as well as advanced topics including spectroscopy, organometallic chemistry, green chemistry, and drug design. 

NIE is ranked #3 in Asia and #8 globally for Education in the 2025 QS World University Rankings by Subject.

NIE’s programme comprises courses on specialised subject knowledge in at least one academic discipline, education and pedagogy courses for effective teaching. 

Student teachers can gain international perspectives on education, through our International Practicum, Semester Exchange and Service and Leadership Training programmes.  

Altruistic virtues are also infused in our curriculum. For example, our student teachers can reach out and render service to the community through our Group Endeavours in Service Learning (GESL) projects. 

Prospective applicants are required to fulfil both NTU/NIE and MOE requirements. For the MOE requirements, please refer to the link below for more information. For the academic discipline requirements, please see the details outlined below. 

At least a Grade C at GCE 'A' Level in 
Chemistry AND a pass at GCE 'AO' Level in Mathematics 
 
Or 
 
At least a Grade C at H2 level in Chemistry 
AND a pass in H1 level in Mathematics 
 
Or 
 
At least a Grade 5 pass at Higher Level in 
Chemistry (IB Diploma) AND a pass at Standard Level in Mathematics (IB Diploma) 
 
Or 
 
At least a major CAP of 3.0 for NUS High 
School Diploma in Chemistry AND an overall CAP of 2.0 for NUS High School 
Diploma in Mathematics 
 
Or 
 
A good polytechnic diploma in approved 
Chemistry-related disciplines. 

Important  Note  
 
Meeting the minimum requirement for a specific academic subject does not guarantee the allocation of the academic subject.  

Allocation of academic subject is dependent on ranking based on student teachers’ qualifications and results (at the discretion of the departments) as well as the availability of vacancies. 

Graduands will receive a Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Chemistry and Education conferred by Nanyang Technological University (NTU).

It is a sponsored undergraduate programme by the Ministry of Education.

  • Programme length: 4 years
  • Bond length: 4 years

NIE's double major degree programme gives recognition to the rigour and depth of content knowledge that NIE undergraduates go through.

Find out more here

In addition to a double major programme, undergraduates will also complete a minor in one of these areas, depending on their teaching track:

Primary Teaching Track:

  • Primary Level Subjects (NIE)*

* Primary Level Subjects must comprise subject knowledge courses from two primary level subjects. For example, a student teacher with 2 teaching subjects (e.g., English and Mathematics) would need to have courses in both English and Mathematics included in the Minor for Primary Level Subjects (NIE).

Secondary Teaching Track:

  • Art (NIE)
  • Biology (NIE)
  • Chemistry (NIE)
  • Chinese Literature (NIE)
  • Drama (NIE)
  • English Language & Linguistics (NIE)
  • English Literature (NIE)
  • Geography (NIE)
  • History (NIE)
  • Malay Literature (NIE)
  • Mathematics & Computational Thinking (NIE)
  • Music (NIE)
  • Physics & Energy Studies (NIE)
  • Social Studies (NIE)
  • Tamil Literature & CCE (NIE)

Please note that these minors are exclusive to NIE student teachers only.

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