Master of Science in Geotechnical Engineering
Introduction
The Master of Science in Geotechnical Engineering course, or MSc(Geotec), is hosted by the Department of Civil Engineering. The programme accepts both full time and part time students. To qualify for the MSc(Geotec) degree, a candidate must successfully complete a programme of study consisting of at least 40 Modular Credits (MCs), which consists of the following :
- 28 MCs from the list of core modules
- The remaining MCs from the list of elective modules
In addition, a student must obtain a minimum CAP of 3.0 (B-) for the best modules equivalent to 40MCs, inclusive of the core modules. Furthermore, the CAP obtained for each of the 7 core modules must be at least 2.5 (C+). A student is allowed one re-take for at most two core modules if the CAP obtained is less than 2.5 (C+); the maximum CAP for the re-take module will be capped at 2.5 (C+). The structure of the curriculum is derived primarily from the need to meet the primary objective of the MSc(Geotec) programme, which is to produce engineers who can plan, design and supervise construction of temporary earth retaining structures in a competent and professional manner. This necessitates the relatively large number of core modules.
Please click here for the list of core and elective modules offered under MSc(Geotec).
Application
The programme has 1 intake per year, at the beginning of academic year in August. Prospective applications are invited to apply 6 months prior to the commencement of academic year through newspaper announcements.
Please click here for details on application procedures
Please refer to the web site of the Graduate Studies in Engineering for details on application, academic year and fee structure.
Minimum Admission Requirement
For admission as a candidate for the degree of MSc(Geotec), a person must have completed at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with 2nd Class Honours. Candidates with relevant working experience will be considered favourably.
General Information
This document is meant as a guide and the information is valid as of January 2006. Students should note that the rules and regulations may change from time to time.
(1) Period of candidature
- Part-time students between 4 semesters (minimum) and 48 months(maximum) *
- Full-time students between 2 semester(minimum) and 24 months(maximum) *
* inclusive of approved and medical leave
(2) Number of modules per semester
- Part-time students - 2 per semester (normally), 3 per semester (maximum)
You are advised to take no more than 2 modules if- this is your first semester, and
- you have been given an academic warning.
- Full-time students - 3 per semester. (normally), 5 per semester (maximum)
(3) Attendance matters
- Attendance should be satisfactory. The onus is on students to attend classes.
(4) Examination matters
- Criteria for Continuation of Study (Please refer to "the handbook for coursework students")
- Students who are absent from the examination without valid reasons will be deemed to have sat and failed the examination for that module.
(5) Leave of Absence
- On prescribed forms at least two weeks in advance (use Form PSE 3/97).
- Leave of absence will only be approved with valid reasons (e.g. Reservist)
(6) Financial Matters
Tuition fees for full-time MSc(Geotec) are set at S$5,000/- and S$5,500/- per semester for Singapore (including PR) and international students, respectively. Other mandatory miscellaneous fees are as per existing MSc programmes.
Class Time-Table
Time-Table for MSc(Geotec)
Tentative Schedule for the MSc(Geotec) Modules
Description of Modules
Enquiries
- For further details on MSc(Geotec) programme, please contact:
Ms Yuniar
Department of Civil Engineering
Tel: 6516 2149 Email: cveyunia@nus.edu.sgor
Associate Professor Tan Kiang Hwee
MSc(CE) Programme Manager
Email: cvetankh@nus.edu.sg
- For application forms, application status and other general information, please contact:
Ms Cheng Sew Chin
Graduate Studies Office
Faculty of Engineering
Tel: 6516 8301, Email: engcsc@nus.edu.sg