{"id":17719,"date":"2025-02-13T12:02:13","date_gmt":"2025-02-13T04:02:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cde.nus.edu.sg\/mse\/?page_id=17719"},"modified":"2026-04-07T10:21:26","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T02:21:26","slug":"admission-guide","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cde.nus.edu.sg\/mse\/undergraduates\/admission-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Welcome to MSE@NUS Undergraduate Admission 2026!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

\n\t\tWelcome to MSE@NUS Undergraduate Admission 2026!\n\t<\/h1>\n\tMaterials Science \u00d7 Engineering –
\nwhere science discovers, and engineering delivers.<\/strong>
\nAre you fascinated by how things are made and how they can be improved?<\/strong>
\n\nExperience a multidisciplinary programme that combines Science, Artificial Intelligence and Engineering to design materials for industries like biomedical, aerospace, healthcare, microelectronics and sustainability. With high-impact research and industry collaboration, you will work with advanced materials to develop innovative solutions for real-world challenges. Materials Science and Engineering unlocks your future with endless opportunities!\n

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\n\t\tReady to find out more? Reach out to us today!\n\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tDownload Our Brochure\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\tEmail for 1-1 Consultation\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n

\n\t\tMESSAGE FROM HOD\n\t<\/h3>\n\t

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It is my pleasure to welcome you to the Department of Materials Science and Engineering (MSE) at the National University of Singapore (NUS). Since its inception as the Materials Science Programme in 1992 with just four academic staffs, the department has grown tremendously, both in size and impact. Today, with 55 dedicated faculty members, state-of-the-art facilities spanning over 4,000 m\u00b2, and SGD 83 million in active research funding, MSE continues to lead advancements in materials science education and research.<\/p>\n

Our department has evolved alongside the rapid changes in technology and industry demands. From pioneering undergraduate and graduate specialisations in Biomedical Materials, Nanotechnology, and Renewable Energy, to launching cutting-edge research initiatives in Quantum Materials, AI-driven Material Discovery, and Advanced Energy Storage Solutions, MSE remains at the forefront of innovation. Notably, our research has been recognized on a global scale, with NUS consistently ranked among the top 10 worldwide in Materials Science, with our students being ranked 1st<\/sup> in Asia for employability.<\/p>\n

At MSE, we are committed to supporting our students in reaching their aspirations. Through a robust curriculum, hands-on research opportunities, and strong industry collaborations, we equip them with the skills needed to thrive in diverse career paths-be it in cutting-edge research, high-tech industries, or entrepreneurial ventures. With our expanding teaching and research facilities, our students and faculty members continue to push the boundaries of materials science.<\/p>\n

As we look to the future, we remain dedicated to advancing materials research for societal impact and shaping our students to be the engineers and scientists who will drive tomorrow’s technological breakthroughs. I invite you to explore our vibrant community and join us in shaping the future of materials science and engineering.<\/p>\n

Welcome to MSE at NUS.<\/p>\nYours Sincerely,
\nJun Min Xue<\/strong>
\nHoD of NUS Materials Science and Engineering<\/em>\n

\n\t\tREASONS TO JOIN MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING\n\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"closely_knitted\"\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n

CLOSELY KNITTED MSE COMMUNITY<\/a><\/h4>

Good teacher to student ratio to to ensure a more personalised learning experience.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"kostya\"\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n

LEARN FROM NOBEL LAUREATE AND WORLD EXPERTS<\/a><\/h4>

Professor Sir Konstantin “Kosyta” Sergeevich Novoselov is the first Nobel Laureate to join a Singapore university.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"1-1\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n

PERSONALISED LEARNING WITH 1 TO 1 MENTORSHIP<\/a><\/h4>

All MSE students are assigned a faculty mentor, whom the student can consult for advice on academic or career matters during the course of their programme.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"students\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n

STRONG SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS’ ACTIVITIES AND GOALS<\/a><\/h4>

From MSE student club activities to academic goals, MSE@NUS will go the extra miles with them.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"female\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n

BALANCED FEMALE TO MALE RATIO<\/a><\/h4>

Material Science and Engineering has received rising attention from female community to reach a highly balanced male to female ratio.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"broad\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n

A BROAD PROGRAMME FOR EVERY INTEREST<\/a><\/h4>

Still exploring your path? MSE@NUS is a flexible and broad programme adaptable to any career.<\/p>\n

\n\t\tMSE MATERIALS FELLOWHIP 2026\n\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"mse_materials_fellowship_emblem\"\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\tThe MSE Materials Fellowship is offered to selected incoming students(all nationalities<\/u>) who show strong academic promise and the potential to thrive in Materials Science and Engineering at NUS.
\nNO BOND<\/strong>\nSuccessful applicants will receive up to S$5,000 grant*<\/u>
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