MSc Curriculum and Tuition Fees
Graduation Requirements
The MSc Programme in Biomedical Engineering has been designed to bridge evolving needs of both research and industrial organisations.
To qualify for the degree Master of Science in Biomedical Engineering, a full-time or part-time candidate must successfully complete a programme of study consisting of at least 40 MCs, which consists of the following:
- Complete the 2 core modules from the Core Modules list (8 MCs)
- Choose 8 elective modules from the Elective Modules list (32 MCs)
NUS students having completed NUS undergraduate degree programmes are allowed to do credit transfers up to 10 MCs, subject to approval.
Module Lists
Core Modules:
| Module Code | Module Title |
|---|---|
| BN5101 | Biomedical Engineering Systems |
| BN5102 | Clinical Instrumentation |
Elective Modules:
| Module Code | Module Title |
|---|---|
| BN5104 | Quantitative Physiology Principles In Bioengineering |
| BN5201 | Advanced Biomaterials |
| BN5202 | Advanced Tissue Biomechanics |
| BN5203 | Advanced Tissue Engineering |
| BN5205 | Computational Biomechanics |
| BN5207 | Medical Imaging Systems |
| BN5208 | Biomedical Quality and Regulatory Systems |
| BN5209 | Neurosensors and Signal Processing |
| BN5210 | Biosensors and Biochips |
| BN5302 | Organs in a Dish: Organoid Bioengineering |
| BN5303 | Tissue Engineering for Designing Food |
| BN5501 | The Biodesign Process of Innovation in Healthcare |
| BN5001 | Independent Research Project |
| BN6202 | Advanced Human Motion Biomechanics |
| BN6209 | Neurotechnology |
| BN6401 | Advanced Quantitative Fluorescence Microscopy |
| BN6402 | Advanced Electrophysiology |
*All 4 MC unless stated differently
* This is a guide only and is subject to change without notice. For the latest updates, check the current timetable on NUSMods.
Tuition Fees
The tuition fee for the full programme is S$42,800 (inclusive of GST). Payment schedule due on the first week of every semester is as follows:
- The fees listed are in Singapore Dollars (S$) and inclusive of 7% Goods and Services Tax (GST).
- A non-refundable application fee of S$50 (inclusive of 7% GST) must accompany your online application.
- Payment of fees will be on an instalment basis, paid over 2 semesters for full-time students and (up to) 4 semesters for part-time students. Complete fee must be paid before a student can graduate from the programme.
- Students need to separately pay for Mandatory Miscellaneous Fee (MMF) directly to the University on a semester basis. Fees are reviewed annually. For the latest Miscellaneous student fees, please refer to Registrar’s Office website here.
- Acceptance Fee of S$2,140 is payable upon acceptance into the programme. Fee is non-refundable and non-transferable.
- Programme fees do not include the cost of recommended textbooks and readings.
- The cost of travel, accommodation and miscellaneous expenses are not included and are to be borne by the participant.
MSc Application Procedures
To apply for MSc, please see the detail procedures here.
Contacts
Program Manager: Assoc Prof Poh Chueh Loo (biepcl@nus.edu.sg) and Assoc Prof Kanchanawong, Pakorn (biekp@nus.edu.sg)
Staffs Assisting Admission and Module registration:
Ms Elicia Chen (elicia95@nus.edu.sg)