The Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering with Second Major in Society & Urban Systems programme is jointly offered by the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering and the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences.
The programme provides Civil Engineering students with socio-economic and environmental perspectives, integrating them with core engineering skills related to infrastructure development and urban solutions. Students will gain knowledge in the social science aspects of urban systems planning and policy-making while maintaining a strong foundation in engineering.
Minimum Subject Requirements
Applicants are expected to fulfil these minimum subject requirements.
| Institution | Requirements |
|---|---|
| Singapore Cambridge GCE 'A' Level | H2 Level pass in Mathematics, and H2 Level pass in Physics / Chemistry / Biology /Computing |
| International Baccalaureate Diploma | Mathematics at Higher Level, and Physics / Chemistry / Biology / Computer Science at Higher Level |
| NUS High School Diploma | Major 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. |
Admission Enquiries
Contact Office of Admission
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).
Interdisciplinary Common Core (ICC) curriculum
- 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 Society & Urban Systems is a four-year, full-time direct honours programme.
Second Major in Society & Urban Systems
In addition to the Core Programme Requirements, students must fulfil a minimum total of 30 AUs, comprising 4 Core Foundation Core Modules (12 AUs) and Specialised Elective Courses (18 AUs).
More information on Second Major
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.
Specialisation
In Year 3 & 4, students are to gain deeper expertise in their chosen field and enhance the value of their degree.
More information on Specialisation
Curriculum Structure with Professional Internship (PI)
| Academic Unit Requirement | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Major Requirements (Core + Major PE) | 80 + 3 | ||
| Interdisciplinary Collaborative Core (ICC) – Common Core | 14 | ||
| Interdisciplinary Collaborative Core (ICC) – Professional Series | 16 | ||
Interdisciplinary Collaborative Core (ICC) – Care, Serve, Learn | 3 | ||
| Broadening and Deepening Electives (BDE) (Second Major in Society & Urban Systems) | 30 | ||
| Total | 146 | ||
Besides career opportunities in infrastructure development for Civil Engineering graduates, the Second Major in Society and Urban Systems provides the impetus to diverse career options in the fields related Sustainable Urban Planning, such as the following:
- Sustainable Urban Development and Built Environment
- Economic Development, Housing and Real Estate
- Environmental Integration and Management
- Urban Transportation Planning and Management
- Sustainable Resource Management
- Research and Consultancy
Graduates can also look forward to a plethora of career opportunities and professional development in the public sector including the public agencies:
- Ministry of National Developments
- Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment
- Ministry of Transport
- Building and Construction Authority
- Housing and Development Board
- Land Transport Authority
- National Environment Agency
- Public Utilities Board (Singapore)
- Singapore Land Authority
- Urban Development Authority
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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