PhD in Engineering
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Campus & City Singapore, Singapore
- Rent (1BR)
- S$1,500
- Groceries
- S$400
- Pint
- S$12
Tropical; 25-33°C, humid year-round.
World-class MRT + bus; everything walkable or AC.
Extremely safe; strict laws.
A globally top-ranked research university, placed #8 in the QS World University Rankings 2025. Recognised for academic excellence, international reach, and strong graduate outcomes.
Student Reviews
Representative reviews"Would do it again"
The course has exceeded my expectations. The best part: the cohort are bright and motivated, which makes the learning environment great. If I'm honest, a few modules feel under-resourced compared to the flagship ones. On the city — the city operates like a well-oiled machine — transport, food, safety are top-tier. Overall, if you're considering PhD in Engineering at National University of Singapore, I'd say go for it.
"A great decision"
The course has exceeded my expectations. The best part: the course strikes a good balance between theory and practical application. If I'm honest, first-year classes can be quite large. On the city — cost of rent is the main budget line — plan for it. Overall, if you're considering PhD in Engineering at National University of Singapore, I'd say go for it.
"Highly recommend"
This is the perfect place to study this subject. The best part: small-group tutorials really push your thinking. If I'm honest, a few modules feel under-resourced compared to the flagship ones. On the city — cost of rent is the main budget line — plan for it. Overall, if you're considering PhD in Engineering at National University of Singapore, I'd say go for it.
"Would do it again"
I was sceptical before starting — now I'd recommend it to anyone. The best part: small-group tutorials really push your thinking. If I'm honest, the timetable has some awkward 9am / Friday afternoon slots. On the city — the city operates like a well-oiled machine — transport, food, safety are top-tier. Overall, if you're considering PhD in Engineering at National University of Singapore, I'd say go for it.
"A great decision"
The course has exceeded my expectations. The best part: the course strikes a good balance between theory and practical application. If I'm honest, a few modules feel under-resourced compared to the flagship ones. On the city — the city operates like a well-oiled machine — transport, food, safety are top-tier. Overall, if you're considering PhD in Engineering at National University of Singapore, I'd say go for it.
"A great decision"
The programme genuinely lives up to its reputation. The best part: small-group tutorials really push your thinking. If I'm honest, some seminar groups were too big for meaningful discussion. On the city — the career pipeline into Asia-Pacific finance/tech is exceptional. Overall, if you're considering PhD in Engineering at National University of Singapore, I'd say go for it.
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