Overview

Key facts

Engineering at Singapore University of Technology and Design is oriented toward research of a technical readiness level (TRL) at 3–4, compared with a PhD degree that is traditionally oriented toward a TRL of 1–2.

EngD students must demonstrate a high level of expertise in both theoretical scientific principles and the implementation of said theory on realistic and industry-relevant needs. EngD students will be co–supervised by SUTD faculty members and industry supervisors.

Programme Structure

Research areas include:

Architecture and Sustainable Design
Engineering Product Development
Engineering Systems and Design
Information Systems Technology and Design
Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
Science, Mathematics and Technology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-31 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Singapore, Singapore

Disciplines

General Engineering & Technology View 5 other PhDs in General Engineering & Technology in Singapore

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Academic requirements

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Original Undergraduate and/or Master’s degree transcript and certificate softcopies
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score report
Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) score report: Not required, but highly recommended.
Names, titles & e-mail addresses of your 3 Recommenders
Relevant supporting documents
Softcopy of your Identity Card or relevant pages in your Passport
Your Statement of Objectives (3,000 words) softcopy

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

33250 SGD / year

≈ 33250 SGD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

14900 SGD / year

≈ 14900 SGD / year

Additional Details

Singapore Permanent Residents: S$21,000
Non-Subsidised Fee (Inclusive of GST): S$52,994

Living costs

Singapore

1878 - 3880 SGD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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