UNDERGRADUATES

Our 6 Specialisations

BIOMEDICAL MATERIALS
MSE specialisation in Biomedical Materials combines Material Science and Engineering, with Biomedical applications, providing expertise for development and innovation used in medical and healthcare.

MATERIALS FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY AND SUSTAINABILITY
MSE Specialisation in Materials for Renewable Energy and Sustainability focuses on developing materials that enable sustainable energy solutions and address environmental challenges.

MICROELECTRONIC & QUANTUM MATERIALS
MSE Specialisation in Microelectronics and Quantum Materials focuses on the materials and technologies driving advancements in microelectronics and quantum computing.

NANOSTRUCTURED MATERIALS & NANOTECHNOLOGY
MSE Specialisation in Nanostructured Materials & Nanotechnology focuses on the design, fabrication, and application of nanomaterials for advanced technologies.

ROBOTICS
The MSE Specialisation in Robotics focuses on the integration of advanced and intelligent materials to enhance robotic systems.

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN MSE
MSE Specialisation in Artificial Intelligence focuses on integrating AI techniques and data science with Materials Science for enhanced discovery and innovation.

How do we prepare you as competent Materials Science Engineer?

THEORETICAL FOUNDATION

  • Classification of Materials
  • Structures & Mechanical Properties
  • Principles of Renewable Energy
  • Electronic Properties of Materials

 

HONING YOUR RESEARCH/PRACTICAL SKILLS

  • Introduction to Materials Science Research
  • Materials Kinetics & Processing
  • Materials Characterisation
    (Lectures & Hands-on)
  • Integrated project
    (Design Team or Individual Research)

TRANSITIONING THEORETICAL KNOWLEDGE TO APPLICATION

  • Materials Selection & Design:
    Aerospace to Biomedical Applications
  • Machine Learning Approaches in
    Materials Laboratory

 

Research Opportunities

NUS Materials Science and Engineering offers a wide range of research opportunities and research support through funding, access to state-of-the-art facilities, and mentorship that allow students to engage in the discovery and advancement of knowledge across various specialisations. These opportunities often include working in research labs, collaborating on projects, participating in undergraduate research programs and competitions. Engaging in research not only enhances learning and critical thinking skills but also prepares students for further studies, entrepreuership or careers in academia, industry, or research institutes.