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Doctor of Engineering (Biomedical Engineering)

Through this programme, passionate STEM graduates are equipped to advance healthcare through research and innovation in areas such as medical devices, robotics, biomaterials, and tissue engineering. Students work closely with industry partners on real-world biomedical projects while developing expertise in both engineering and biomedical sciences. Combined with relevant mandatory coursework, graduates are well-prepared for leadership roles in biomedical technology development, healthcare innovation, and industry research.

Intakes

Application Processing Time in Days: 30

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description	IELTS (1.0 -9.0)	TOEFL IBT (0-120)	TOEFL CBT (0-300)	PTE (10-90)
Expert	9	120	297-300	86-90
Very Good	8.5	115-119	280-293	83-86
Very Good	8	110-114	270-280	79-83
Good	7.5	102-109	253-267	73-79
Good	7	94-101	240-253	65-73
Competent	6.5	79-93	213-233	58-65
Competent	6	60-78	170-210	50-58
Modest	5.5	46-59	133-210	43-50
Modest	5	35-45	107-133	36-43
Limited	4	32-34	97-103	30-36
Extremely Limited	< 4	< 31	< 93	< 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Employment Opportunities

Gain access to jobs, internships and part-time opportunities offered by NUS and our corporate partners

NUS TalentConnect - NUS TalentConnect is a dedicated job portal for NUS students and alumni. Use the platform to access graduate jobs, internship opportunities, part-time and temporary positions by our corporate partners across industries as well as departments in NUS. Create a profile page, review your account information, upload resumes, cover letters and search for opportunities that match your preferred job function, job type or industry.

NUS Internship-As-A-Service - NUS Internship-As-A-Service (NUS IAAS) is the University's two-sided gigs marketplace. With NUS IAAS, students can take on paid short-stint projects of flexible duration with local and overseas companies, and have these recognised as internships.

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NUS Student Work Scheme - The NUS Student Work Scheme (NSWS) is aimed to encourage NUS students to be self-reliant and to gain some working experience on campus. The details of the jobs available under the NSWS will reside in a central portal NUS TalentConnect where both prospective NUS Hiring Departments and the interested NUS Student Applicants can find a job match.

There are many Work Study opportunities in NUS available to interested NUS Students. On-the-job training and guidance will be provided to equip NUS Students with the necessary skills and knowledge. Through the NSWS, students will gain valuable experience before they enter the workforce.

Forage - Build real-world skills direct from leading organisations by completing short, company-backed online projects provided through Forage (formerly InsideSherpa).

International Students

Details on working in Singapore as an international student.

> Working in Singapore during study
The Immigration & Checkpoints Authority's (ICA) student pass entitles international students to seek part-time jobs and internships in Singapore. We advise international students to familiarise themselves with the ICA's website for current information governing student work privileges in Singapore.

According to the Employment of Foreign Workers Act (Cap 91A, S4) Work Permit (Exemption) (Consolidation) Notification.

>Working during term vacations:
All international students* studying in NUS on ICA's student pass are eligible to work during term vacations without having to apply for work permit.

> Working during academic term time:
International students* are allowed to work not more than 16 hours per week.
*International Students here refers to NUS full-time matriculated students.

Incoming Non-Graduating Exchange (NGE) students intending to do an internship / industrial attachment (IA) in Singapore (regardless of whether they receive remuneration) will have to apply for the appropriate work pass. Such NGE students can apply for the:

Work Holiday Programme (WHP) or
Training Employment Pass (TEP)

for the period of their internship depending on whether they meet the respective criteria as per MOM's website.

PSW Opportunity

International students are allowed to work not more than 16 hours per week.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

We invite graduates with strong academic potential and a keen interest in research to join CDE’s research-based doctoral programmes. PhD/EngD admission criteria encompass a robust academic background, a passionate interest in a research topic, and good character. The following information will be considered for a careful evidence-based assessment:

A good GPA in a relevant bachelor's or master's degree.
A well-crafted statement of purpose detailing research interests, career aspirations, and motivations for choosing CDE’s programme.
Letters of recommendation from academic or professional referees, offering valuable insights into the applicant's qualifications and research potential.
A comprehensive CV highlighting academic accomplishments and pertinent experience.
Candidates who graduated from universities where English is not the language of instruction are required to submit at least one score of TOEFL or IELTS, as part of the application.*
Standardised test scores such as the GRE.*
Publications or involvement in research projects.

Items (1) to (5) are compulsory.
Items (6) to (7) are optional; however, please note that evidence of strong quantitative, verbal, and analytical skills through GRE scores, along with indicators of research skills and experience, will significantly strengthen an application.

*Applicants who graduated from English-medium universities and have yet to sit for the TOEFL/IELTS/GRE tests may be required, at the discretion of the Head of Department or Vice Dean (Graduate Programmes), to undergo such tests to assess their suitability for university study and to attend interviews.

For More Information Please Contact To Our PSA Counselor.

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