Why CDE?
CDE takes advantage of the natural synergies and growing convergence between the fields of Engineering and Design to offer a distinctive, interdisciplinary education. Exposure to real-world scenarios, broad domain expertise and cutting-edge research in your university education will empower you to thrive in your future professional roles
Curriculum
Have greater control of your educational experience at NUS - whether you want to go broad, deep or both, in the fields of Design and Engineering.
world class schools
CDE brings together the Faculty of Engineering and the School of Design and Environment to co-create a distinctive engineering and design education with 14 undergraduate degree offerings.
deep, broad, or both
You can now pursue professional qualifications and go beyond your majors to be effective across different disciplines.
pedagogies
Practical, hands-on learning so that you are equipped to meet the needs of a rapidly-evolving and complex world.
Discover Our Programmes
Choose from one of our 14 degree programmes
Engineering
Engineering
Engineering
Engineering
Engineering
Science
Engineering
Design
Systems
Engineering
& Project
Management
Science &
Engineering
Engineering
Other Programmes
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Build Your Own Degree
A quarter of your degree will come from unrestricted electives. You can specialise, cross over to a minor or second major, or read interesting electives. Construct your own degree to build the world we need.
Enhance Your Experience
Join a unique educational experience where you read an exciting academic programme while living alongside your professors and peers.
Go for an international adventure, ranging from student exchange and summer programmes to overseas design immersions.
Embark on an internship with NUS’ strong network of industry partners to gain valuable real-world experience. Hone your skills to formulate problems, ideate and solve complex issues.