Doctor of Philosophy | Arts, Education and Sciences 24 months PHD Program By Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) |Top Universities

Program overview

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

NIE offers graduate studies by research leading to the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in line with the increasing emphasis on research in the areas of Arts, Education and Sciences. NIE offers PhD candidates research in the following areas: Asian Languages and Cultures; English Language and Literature; Humanities and Social Studies Education; Learning Sciences and Assessment; Mathematics and Mathematics Education; Natural Sciences and Science Education; Physical Education and Sports Science; Policy, Curriculum and Leadership; Psychology and Child & Human Development; and Visual and Performing Arts.

Program overview

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

NIE offers graduate studies by research leading to the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in line with the increasing emphasis on research in the areas of Arts, Education and Sciences. NIE offers PhD candidates research in the following areas: Asian Languages and Cultures; English Language and Literature; Humanities and Social Studies Education; Learning Sciences and Assessment; Mathematics and Mathematics Education; Natural Sciences and Science Education; Physical Education and Sports Science; Policy, Curriculum and Leadership; Psychology and Child & Human Development; and Visual and Performing Arts.

Admission requirements

100+
7+
319+
A Bachelor's degree with honours at least at Second Class Upper level, Master's degree in the relevant areas and the ability to pursue research in the candidate's proposed field of advanced study. Shortlisted applicants will undergo an interview session as part of the selection process. A valid GRE score is required for applicants who are not graduates of the Autonomous Universities in Singapore. 
2 Years
Jan
Aug

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

39,525 SGD
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International Students

39,525 SGD
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