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    Jointly offered by NTU's College of Computing and Data Science (CCDS) and School of Social Sciences (SSS), the BEng (CS) and BSocSci (Econs) is a 5-year double degree programme.



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    About Programme

    Master 2 disciplines - Computer Engineering and Economics - in this double degree programme. 

    Admission Requirements

    GCE ‘A’ Level
    Pass in H2 Level Mathematics, and
    Pass in H2 Level Biology/Chemistry/Computing/Physics, and
    Pass in H1 Level/‘O’ Level Physics* or equivalent.
     
    International Baccalaureate
    Pass in HL Mathematics, and
    Pass in HL Biology/Chemistry/Computer Science/Physics, and
    Pass in SL Physics** or equivalent.
     
    NUS High School Diploma
    Major CAP of 2.0 in Mathematics, and
    Major CAP of 2.0 in Biology/Chemistry/Physics, and
    Overall CAP of 2.0 in Physics" or equivalent.
     
    International & Other Qualifications
    Pass in Senior High School Level Mathematics, and
    Pass in Senior High School Level Biology/Chemistry/Physics,
    and
    Pass in Junior High School Level Physics^^
     
    Diploma Holders
    Applicants should have a relevant diploma from one of the local polytechnics and those with a Certificate of Merit, Diploma with Merit or Diploma with Distinction may apply for any programme in NTU.
     
    For the list of acceptable local diplomas and exempted courses,
    please visit ntu.edu.sg/url/localdiploma.html
     
    *Pass in H1 Level or ‘O’ Level Physics is only applicable to applicants who have not read H2 Level Physics.
    **Pass in SL Physics is only applicable to applicants who have not read HL Physics.
    "Overall CAP of 2.0 in Physics is only applicable to applicants who have not majored in Physics.
    ^^Pass in Junior High School Level Physics is only applicable to applicants who have not read Senior High School Level Physics

    Course Exemptions

    Polytechnic Exemptions

     i) 27 AUs of exemptions and they are:

    a. Technical Elective 1 (Major Prescribed elective, to be taken from CZ4xxx courses) - 3 AUs

    b. Technical Elective 2 (Major Prescribed elective, to be taken from CZ4xxx courses) – 3 AUs

    c. GER PE (BM, LA) - 6 AUs

    d. Unrestricted electives - 15 AUs

    ii) Additional 3 AUs in Technical Elective 3 (Major Prescribed elective, to be taken from CZ4xxx courses) or other relevant courses on a case-by-case basis subject to the students having participated and done well in NTU research or other projects, or with additional Certificate in Mathematics from Diploma-Plus programmes, or having taken and done well in university level courses.

    iii) CE1103 Introduction to Computational Thinking and Programming (Core)*#– 3 AUs

    * For students who pass the exemption test. More details on this test will be disseminated to eligible students via their NTU email after matriculation.

     

    # Not applicable to all diplomas. Some examples are:

    - Diploma in Aerospace Engineering from Temasek Polytechnic

    - Diploma in Aerospace Electronics from Temasek Polytechnic

    - Diploma in Engineering with Business from Singapore Polytechnic

    Programme Structure & Duration

    Course Duration : 5 Years

    Kindly view Programme Structure under Our Brochure Here

    Curriculum

    View Curriculum here

    Career Prospects

    Our industry-ready graduates are equipped with a strong foundation in the disciplines of

    computer engineering and computer science. As a result, they are well-prepared to use their skills to harness technology and continually work towards making breakthroughs that enable people to communicate more seamlessly, manage their environments more effectively and lead more comfortable lives. No matter which industry they are in, our graduates are able to provide innovative solutions.


    We have consecutively produced top earning graduates since 2010. Our graduates have received huge boost with the Government’s Intelligent Nation Master Plan (iN2015). This initiative has led to a big demand across the Infocomm Industry and has further enhanced Singapore’s Economy and Growth in new areas such as Artificial Intelligence; Big Data Analytics; Cybersecurity; Cloud Computing; Game Innovation and many others. This has triggered an increase in demand for highly trained and proficient Information Technology (IT) graduates. Our undergraduates can hence look forward to fulfilling diversified careers ranging from Developers, Innovators and even becoming the new age Scientists or Technopreneurs.

    Double Degree in Computer Engineering and Economics

    School College of Computing and Data Science (CCDS)
    Level Dual/Double Degree
    Mode Full-time
    Subject Computing, Engineering, Social Sciences
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