New Curriculum Structure

Degree Requirements (Cohorts 2021/2022 onwards)

*We are in the midst of updating our website for students matriculating in AY2021/2022 onwards. Please check back for more updates.*

Students enrolled in the new academic year starting in August 2021 will adopt a new undergradutae curriculum structure. Students will read a total of 160 units (or the equivalent of 40 courses), as shown in the following schema:


The Common Curriculum is jointly developed by the college and 6 industry partners who sit on the task force. It seeks to integrates knowledge and skillsets relevant to the professional training offered by both schools and to equip students with essential 21st century competencies. The following pillars make up the Common Curriculum, comprising 60 units (or the equivalent of 15 courses):

Find out more: https://cde.nus.edu.sg/cee/news/engineering-education-reimagined/