1.

What are the career opportunities available after I graduate with a Masters in International Studies?

The programme serves to equip you with intellectual and some practical training for a variety of careers that needs to draw expertise from International Relations, International Economics and Development Studies.  You may find career opportunities in the civil service, international business and finance, international organisations and consultancy firms

2.

If I already have a Master degree, am I eligible to apply for the programme?

Yes, provided that the Masters’ degree is related to International Studies.

3.

What is the difference between full-time and part-time study and how long would it take to complete the course?

You may pursue the M.Soc.Sci. (International Studies) on a full-time or part-time basis.  The difference between a full-time and part-time course is the number of modules each group is allowed to take per semester.  Full-time students can take up to a maximum of 5 modules and part-time students 3.

The minimum period of candidature is 12 months of full-time study or 24 months of part-time study.  The maximum period of candidature is 36 months of full-time study or 48 months of part-time study from the commencement of the programme, inclusive of approved leave of absence and medical leave.

4.

How much does it cost for full-time and part-time study in your Master’s Programme?

The tuition fees per annum for academic year 2008-2009 is as follows:

• Singapore Citizens: S$5,890 (Full-Time), S$2.950 (Part-Time)
• Singapore Permanent Residents: S$6,480 (Full-Time), S$3,240 (Part-Time)
• Foreigners: S$14,730 (Full-Time), S$7,370 (Part-Time)

Please click here for up-to-date information.

5.

Is there any scholarship available for International Studies Programme?

The scholarship available for our programme is the NUS ASEAN Graduate Scholarship.  This scholarship is only available for citizens or permanent residents of member countries of ASEAN.  The application form carries an option for students who would like to apply for the scholarship.  More information on scholarships can be found here.

6.

Do you provide housing for foreign students and if so what is the cost?

You may want to visit the following websites for information on:

Click here for Accommodation
Click here for Graduate administrative, fees and employment matters
Click here for International Student services

7.

I have obtained my Bachelor Degree (International Finance).  What are my chances for admission into the International Studies Programme?

Admission into our programme depends on the quality of the application.  Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not imply automatic acceptance into the programme.

8.

I wonder whether you might accept my application sent by fax?

We do not accept application through fax or email. This is because we require the documents to be original or certified true copy.

9.

Where can I get the application materials for the NUS Masters' programme in International Studies?

Applications for admission to graduate coursework programmes, are available online as well as via paper.  You are advised to apply online.  Please note that even though an application is submitted online, relevant supporting documents must be sent via post.

For more information on application and deadline, please click here.

10.

Do I need to submit Graduate Record Exam score to apply for the programme?

Graduate Record Examination score is required if you do not have a honours degree or 4 year bachelors degree.

11.

Regarding source of finance, can my CPF savings be used for full payment of the course fees?

You would not be able to utilise your CPF savings for the payment of the course fees.

12.

What is the typical workload in each module?

Each module will consist of a minimum of three hours of lectures/tutorials per week.  Assessment for each module will be based on a combination of written examination and continuous assessments.

13.

Where can I take the TOEFL or IELTS tests?

The organisations conducting the respective tests are:

TOEFL
Educational Testing Service (ETS)
P.O. Box 6151
Princeton NJ 08541-6151
USA
Tel: (609) 951-1100
Please visit their website or contact your local United States Information Service

Centre in Singapore:
Please contact the United States Education Information Centre (USEIC) at 65-6226 6996 for more information.

IELTS
University of Cambridge Local Examination Syndicate (UCLES)
1 Hills Road
Cambridge CB1 2EU
United Kingdom
Tel: (01223) 55-3311
Please visit their website or contact your local British Council

14.

I have a bachelor of communications; can I apply for admission into the programme?

You have to demonstrate that your undergraduate training is at least partially related to International Politics, International Economics and Development Studies.