FAQs
Applications
1. What are the admission requirements for MSc (MSIS) programme?
The MSc (MSIS) programme will primarily consider applicants with:
• A Bachelor's degree in areas such as Computer Science, Information Systems,
Information Technology; or
• A Bachelor's degree with a strong information technology-related component such
as those in Engineering or the Sciences; or
• A Bachelor’s degree plus relevant working experience.
• Degree classification second class lower/Honours (Merit) and above or equivalent
For more information, please refer to this link:
http://www.wkwsci.ntu.edu.sg/programmes/ProspectiveStudents/Graduate/Programmes%20b
y%20Coursework/MSc%20in%20Information%20Systems/Pages/Admission-Requirements-and-
Procedures.aspx
2. I am an international applicant. Is TOEFL or IELTS mandatory for admission into MSc
(MSIS) Programme?
It is compulsory all international applicants must submit IELTS/TOEFL scores. The IELTS
sub-scores should not be less than 6.0. Meeting the minimum IELTS/TOEFL is mandatory
to be considered for admission into MSc (MSIS) Programme.
Minimum Score Required
TOEFL IELTS (Academic)
600 (paper-based)
250 (computer-based) 6.5
100 (internet-based)
For more information, please refer to this link:
http://admissions.ntu.edu.sg/graduate/coursework/BeforeApplying/Pages/TOEFLRequir
ements.aspx
3. Does WKWSCI offer full-time and part-time programmes?
WKWSCI offers both full-time and part-time programmes for MSc (MSIS) programme.
Full-Time Candidature Part-Time Candidature
Minimum Maximum Minimum Maximum
2 semesters 4 semesters 4 semesters 8 semesters
(Note: 1 academic year is equivalent to 2 semesters)
4. As an international applicant, can I apply for part-time programme?
Part-time programme is applicable only to Singaporeans, Singapore Permanent
Residents and those on Employment or Dependent Pass.
International applicant, who is not on Employment or Dependent Pass, has to apply for
full-time programme and will be issued Student Pass to study in NTU, pending approval
from Immigration & Checkpoints Authority of Singapore (ICA).
5. How many intakes does WKWSCI have and when?
WKWSCI only has one intake in August every year.
6. How and when do I apply for the next intake?
The application for the yearly August intake will open in early November and close in
end January.
All applications must be submitted electronically only. Any other forms of submission
will not be processed.
If you wish to apply for admission to more than one programme, please submit a
separate application form for each programme. Every programme applied to will be
subject to separate application fees.
You can apply online here:
http://admissions.ntu.edu.sg/graduate/coursework/HowDoIApply/Pages/HowtoApply.a
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7. Where can I find details regarding the application procedure?
You can find information regarding the application procedure here:
http://admissions.ntu.edu.sg/graduate/coursework/Pages/default.aspx.
8. What are the supporting documents required for admission?
You will need to upload the supporting documents online when you are completing the
application. You may use the list of supporting documents as a reference for documents
to be uploaded. It is recommended to include your CV or Résumé as part of the
supporting documents as well. School may contact applicants about additional
information or documents at a later date (if required).
Note of the following for uploading of supporting documents:
• Supporting documents must be legible, sharp and clear
• Name the files in English
• Applicants are required to upload documents for each programme applied
For the complete list of supporting documents to be submitted as part of the application
package, please refer to this link:
http://admissions.ntu.edu.sg/graduate/coursework/HowDoIApply/Pages/SendSupporti
ngDocuments.aspx.
9. How much is the application fee?
Currently, the application fee is S$21.40 per programme applied to. Please note that
applications without successful payment of application fee will not be processed.
However, do note that fees are subject to revision and in such cases the revised fees will
apply.
For information regarding the application fee, please refer to this link:
http://admissions.ntu.edu.sg/graduate/coursework/BeforeApplying/Fees/Pages/Noteso
nFees.aspx#a1
10. What are the payment modes available for the application fee?
Payment for the application fee can be made through any of the following modes:
• Internet payment (by VISA/MasterCard)
For information regarding payment modes, please refer to this link:
http://admissions.ntu.edu.sg/graduate/coursework/HowDoIApply/Pages/PayApplicatio
nFee.aspx
11. When will I know the outcome of my application?
The application outcome will be released around end March to April.
Candidates can check the application outcome here:
http://admissions.ntu.edu.sg/graduate/coursework/HowDoIApply/Pages/CheckApplicat
ionResultStatus.aspx
12. How do I accept the offer of admission?
If you are offered admission, you will receive the offer letter with the admission details
via email. You have to accept your offer online. Please note that even if you are offered
more than one programme, you can accept only one offer.
For more information, please refer to this link:
http://admissions.ntu.edu.sg/graduate/coursework/Accept%20Offer/Pages/AcceptOffe
r.aspx
13. Is the Service Obligation Scheme available for the MSc (MSIS) Programme?
From AY2019 onwards, Service Obligation is no longer available to international
students applying for Coursework Programmes as they will be liable for non-subsidised
tuition fees.
For more information, please refer to this link:
http://admissions.ntu.edu.sg/graduate/Pages/ServiceObligation.aspx
Financial Matters
14. Is the MSc (MSIS) Programme a subsidised programme?
The substantial tuition subsidy from the Government of Singapore comes in the form of
a MOE subsidy which is administered by the Ministry of Education (MOE) and is offered
to eligible students up to the normal course duration (one year for full-time students
and two years for part-time students). Students who take longer than the normal
course duration will be liable for non-subsidised (Full) tuition fees during the extended
semesters. Students need not apply for the MOE subsidy if they are eligible.
Note: From AY 2019 onwards, MOE subsidy only applies to Singaporean and Singapore
Permanent Resident (SPR) students. International students applying for Coursework
Programmes will be liable for non-subsidised tuition fees.
15. What are the tuition fees for the MSc (MSIS) Programme?
Tuition Fees per Academic Year (AY2020-2021)
Non-Subsidised Singapore
MSc (MSIS) Singapore
Fees (inclusive Permanent
Programme Citizen
of GST) Resident
Status
S$ S$ S$
Full-time 38,300 9,450 14,250
Part-time 19,150 4,725 7,125
You can find information on the tuition fees here:
http://admissions.ntu.edu.sg/graduate/coursework/BeforeApplying/Fees/Pages/Tuition
Fees.aspx
OR
http://www.wkwsci.ntu.edu.sg/programmes/ProspectiveStudents/Prospective%20Masters%20
and%20PhD%20students/Programmes%20by%20Coursework/MSc%20in%20Information%20Sys
tems/Pages/Course-Fees.aspx
Please note that tuition fees are subject to revision. An estimated increase could be
around 10% to 20%.
16. Are there any scholarships available for the MSc (MSIS) Programme?
Currently, there are no scholarships available for this programme.
17. Is Financial Assistance available for the MSc (MSIS) Programme?
Financial assistance is only applicable to students pursuing the Masters by Coursework
programmes on a full-time basis. Students paying non-subsidised tuition fees are NOT
eligible for Tuition Fee Loan.
For more information, please refer to this link:
http://admissions.ntu.edu.sg/graduate/Pages/financialassistance.aspx
18. Is the SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy applicable to MSc (MSIS)
Programme?
Students in MOE-subsidised coursework programmes who are Singapore Citizens and
aged 40 and above (based on the year which the student turns 40 years old) may be
eligible for higher subsidy under the SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy. The fees
payable will be 60% lower than the standard subsidised fees payable by other
Singaporean students. The amount of fees payable will be reflected in their individual
student bill.
Please contact [email protected] if you have any clarifications with regards to
SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy.
For more information, please refer to this link:
https://www.skillsfuture.sg/enhancedsubsidy
Registration Matters
19. When do I register for the programme after accepting the offer of admission?
The Office of Admissions (OA) will send to you the offer letter via email, containing
information about when and where to go for the registration (also known as
matriculation). During matriculation exercise, you must produce all original documents
that were submitted to us during your application for verification by our staff.
Otherwise, your matriculation is considered as incomplete. The list of required
documents will be sent together with the offer letter.
You may find the list here as well:
http://admissions.ntu.edu.sg/graduate/coursework/Accept%20Offer/Pages/AcceptOffe
r.aspx
20. Will there be any orientation session organised for new students?
The School will organise the Graduate Orientation Session for new students before the
start of the 1st Teaching Week of Semester 1. Students will receive an email from the
School regarding this after matriculation.
21. Will I be given a student identification card?
The student matriculation card, also known as the matriculation card (matric card), will
be issued between the 1st to 2nd Teaching Week of the semester during the classes.
22. How many courses can I register for in a semester?
Full-time students can register for a maximum of five courses in a semester; Part-time
students can register for a maximum of three courses in a semester.
Deferment & Withdrawal from the Programme
23. Can I defer admission for 1 semester or 1 year, or take leave-of-absence?
No, deferment is not allowed in the first semester. You will have to withdraw from the
programme, and apply for admission again next year.
24. Can I withdraw from the programme after accepting the offer?
You can withdraw from the programme by dropping an email to the programme
administrator. Withdrawal from programme via email can only be done before
matriculation.
25. Can I withdraw from the programme after matriculation?
You can withdraw from the programme after matriculation by submitting your request
for Withdrawal from University electronically via GSLink (under GSLink > Administrative
> Withdrawal from University) latest by the end of the 1st Teaching Week of the
semester. Otherwise, you will be liable to pay fees for the entire semester.
For more information, please refer to this link:
http://www.wkwsci.ntu.edu.sg/programmes/CurrentStudents/Graduate/Forms%20and
%20Procedures/Coursework/Pages/Student-Administrative-Information.aspx
Change of Programme Status
26. Can I change my programme status from full-time to part-time or vice-versa?
You can change your programme status from full-time to part-time, or part-time to full-
time, subject to approval by the School. Your request for the change must reach the
programme administrator at least 2 weeks before the start of the semester to facilitate
the conversion process.
You will be allowed to do this switch only once throughout the whole candidature.
International students can only convert to the part-time study status after they have
secured a job and their Employment Pass application is successful.
Accommodation & Estimated Cost of Living
27. Will I be able to secure on-campus accommodation?
On-campus accommodation is subject to availability. Priority is usually given to
undergraduate and graduate research students.
For more information regarding on-campus accommodation, please refer to this link:
http://www.ntu.edu.sg/has/Graduate/Pages/On-CampusHousing.aspx
You may also contact Student Housing at the Office of Housing & Auxiliary Services for
more information at:
Tel: (65) 6790 5155
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.ntu.edu.sg/has/Graduate/Pages/index.aspx
28. What is the estimated living cost for an International Student?
International students are advised to work out their budget and finances prior to their
arrival in Singapore. Also, the costs incurred will depend on the lifestyle of the students.
For more information, please refer to this link:
https://global.ntu.edu.sg/GMP/GEMTrailblazer/GEMTrailblazerexchange/Beforeyouappl
y/Pages/LivinginSingapore.aspx
Job Placement & Part-time Employment
29. Does the School offer job placements?
The School does not offer job placements.
30. Can an International Student work full-time and study?
International students on Student Pass are not allowed to work full-time. However, they
are allowed to work part-time, up to 16 hours per week during term time as stipulated
by the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA), pending approval by the School and
University.
For more information, please refer to this link:
https://www.ntu.edu.sg/OneStop/OurServices/Part-
Time_Employment/Pages/Graduate.aspx
