M.Sc. in Sustainable Chemistry for Energy and Environment Application

How to apply?

You should apply online with payment, click here to apply or scan the QR code below. 

Application Information for M.Sc. in Sustainable Chemistry for Energy and Environment Programme

There is only one intake per academic year in August.

Why early admission?

The early admission cycle empowers you to make a choice early and you will have more time to complete the application components. If your academic record and accomplishments have been consistently strong over time, early admission is an attractive option as you can secure a spot in our programme at an early stage.

Application period

  • 16 May to 15 July (Early Admission cycle). Application outcome by 30 September.
  • 1 October to 15 March (Regular Admission Cycle). Application outcome by 30 May.

*Selection is conducted in multiple rounds on a rolling basis. Applicants are evaluated on a competitive basis, with each round assessing candidates based on their individual merits.
*Applying during the Early Admission cycle offers you an exclusive advantage: if you’re not shortlisted in the early round, you’ll automatically be reconsidered in the Regular Admission cycle, giving you an extra opportunity to secure a place.
*Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. The outcome of the application evaluation is final, and no appeals will be entertained.

Application Fee

  • S$100 (inclusive of prevailing GST), which is non-refundable and payable when submitting online application materials.

Offer Acceptance Fee

  • S$5,450 (inclusive of prevailing GST)
  • Non-refundable and non-transferable fee (payable upon offer acceptance)

Instructions for Application

  • All applicants should apply online via the Graduate Admission System.
  • Applicants should browse the User Guide before applying.
  • Inaccurate/incomplete applications will not be processed.

Supporting document

Proof of Residence
  • Singapore Citizens & Singapore Permanent Residents:
    • Identity Card (Pink/Blue NRIC)*
  • International Applicants:
    • Passport with valid dates (information page) and
    • Passes (if applicable)*: Work Pass (Employment Pass), Long-Term Visit Pass, Dependent’s Pass, etc.

*Please provide both the Front and Back of these documents in Full Colour with clear details in full.

Transcript(s)
  • Official latest transcript from each university or college attended.
  • Each university’s grading system (usually indicated at the back of the transcript).
  • Grade Point Average (GPA) document, if your transcript does not reflect the cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) or weighted average score.
Degree Scroll(s)
  • A degree scroll is a document conferred upon a student after he/she has completed the required courses in the programme and met the graduation requirements for his/her undergraduate/postgraduate education.
  • Students who have not yet graduated from their undergraduate studies at the point of application are to provide a Student Status Letter from their university. The letter should contain their enrolment status and candidature period.
Valid TOEFL/IELTS score report
  • Applicants whose medium of undergraduate instruction is not completely in English will need to upload the official score sheet of TOEFL (≥85) or IELTS (≥6.0) as evidence of their proficiency in the English language.
  • The TOEFL/IELTS scores are valid for two (2) years from the test-taking date and should not have expired by the time the application period starts. Expired scores will not be considered for the application.
Financial support
  • Applicants will need to select “Self-Support” under the Source of Finance field, and upload a financial statement.
  • International applicants must submit documentary evidence of their ability to support their study (i.e. bank statement of at least S$52,320.00 or its equivalent).
  • Applicants who are sponsored by an individual or organisation will need to provide a letter from the sponsor with details of the sponsorship.
  • Applicants who are working in Singapore and are applying for admission to the part-time programme may upload a copy of their recent payslip.
Other Supporting Documents
  • Resume/CV summarising your education qualifications, work experience, achievements, etc.
  • Scholarships, awards and prizes received, etc., if applicable.
  • Professional certificates, etc., if applicable.

Important notes:

  • All original supporting documents must be uploaded (in pdf format) by the application closing date. Official certified English translations must be provided together with the original documents if the originals are not in English.
  • All supporting documents must be named in English before uploading them in the Graduate Admission System.
  • The total file size of all uploaded documents in the application portal is 10 MB.
  • Personal Statement and GRE Reports are not required for application to the programme. Internship certificates are optional.
  • Referee Reports, at least 1 and up to a maximum of 2, are required.
  • Applicants do not need to arrange to send the official IELTS/TOEFL test score reports from the test centre to NUS. Applicants will only need to upload the scanned copy of the IELTS/TOEFL test certificate and indicate the test scores in the application system.
  • No candidate may concurrently be a student for more than one degree or register as a candidate of NUS and of another university/institute.
  • Applicants must produce the originals of all supporting documents when requested if admitted to the programme.
  • Inaccurate, false information or omission of necessary supporting documents or non-payment of application fee will render your application invalid. The University reserves the right to reject applications that are incomplete or inaccurate. Persons admitted on the basis of inaccurate or false information may be expelled.

Enquiries

For enquiries, please submit here. 

Important:

The University has not engaged any external agency to undertake graduate student application on its behalf. Candidates interested in our graduate programmes are advised to apply directly to the University and not through any agents. Candidates who apply through agents will not have any added advantage in gaining admission, and the University reserves the right to reject such applications without giving reasons.