Overview

Features

At National University of Singapore, the Juris Doctor programme comprises:

a 2-year single graduate degree programme for candidates holding a basic law degree from another jurisdiction; and

a 3-year single graduate degree programme for candidates holding a non-law degree.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

You would most likely want to read a JD if you want to practise law in Singapore, subject to the "Qualified Person" requirements imposed by the Legal Profession (Qualified Persons) Rules.

NUS Law is ranked the #9 law school in the world by Times Higher Education (THE) 2023, and #2 in Asia by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) 2023.

We offer a comprehensive range of specialisations in areas such as Corporate and Financial Services Law, Intellectual Property and Technology Law, and International Arbitration and Dispute Resolution, taught by over 70 full-time faculty members and over two dozen adjunct faculty members.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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IELTS

7.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Singapore, Singapore

Disciplines

Public Law Business Law View 3 other PhDs in Public Law in Singapore

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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7.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A university degree in any non-law discipline with at least a Cum Laude or Second Class Upper Honours degree or its equivalent.

Minimum TOEFL iBT Total score of 100 or minimum IELTS (Academic) overall band score 7.5.

All shortlisted applicants must undergo an interview and a written test.

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Tuition Fees

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

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Applies to you

Non-residents

40300 SGD / year

≈ 40300 SGD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

37900 SGD / year

≈ 37900 SGD / year

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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Overview

Features

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Singapore

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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