Master of Science (Science of Learning) Program By Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) |Top Universities

Program overview

Main Subject

Education and Training

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Advances in biology and neuroscience show how our brains and cognitive development are shaped by learning experiences and the environment. The Master of Science in Science of Learning (MSL) is a distinctive interdisciplinary programme where students will acquire a strong foundation in science of learning, and learn how the latest advancements in neuroscience, cognitive science, and technologies bear on fundamental questions of education--how people learn and the tools we can use to optimise learning. Students will have excellent opportunities to design progressive learning solutions and new experiences to meet Singapore’s smart and future-ready workforce.

Program overview

Main Subject

Education and Training

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Advances in biology and neuroscience show how our brains and cognitive development are shaped by learning experiences and the environment. The Master of Science in Science of Learning (MSL) is a distinctive interdisciplinary programme where students will acquire a strong foundation in science of learning, and learn how the latest advancements in neuroscience, cognitive science, and technologies bear on fundamental questions of education--how people learn and the tools we can use to optimise learning. Students will have excellent opportunities to design progressive learning solutions and new experiences to meet Singapore’s smart and future-ready workforce.

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

6.5+
92+
A Bachelor's degree in the following areas: Psychology, Education, Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Learning Sciences, or Science- and technology-related area (e.g., Engineering, the Sciences), or Mathematics or Statistics; OR a Bachelor’s degree and relevant working experience, preferably in K-12 education, teacher professional development, continuing education and training or other relevant adult education; OR a relevant NTU FlexiMasters with good grades and relevant working experience, preferably in K-12 education, teacher professional development, continuing education and training or other relevant adult education.
1 Year
Jan

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

38,161 SGD
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International Students

47,807 SGD
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