to the world - globalglobal.ntu.edu.sg/publishingimages/images/newdoc... · step up to the global...

25
STEP UP TO THE WORLD @ NTU IN SINGAPORE

Upload: others

Post on 09-Sep-2020

1 views

Category:

Documents


0 download

TRANSCRIPT

Page 1: TO THE WORLD - Globalglobal.ntu.edu.sg/PublishingImages/images/newdoc... · step up to the global stage. Globalisation indices have ranked Singapore among the most globalised economies

STEP UPTO THE WORLD@ NTU IN SINGAPORE

Nanyang Technological UniversityOffice of Global Education and Mobility

International House36 Nanyang AvenueSingapore 639801

Page 2: TO THE WORLD - Globalglobal.ntu.edu.sg/PublishingImages/images/newdoc... · step up to the global stage. Globalisation indices have ranked Singapore among the most globalised economies

CONTENTS

STEP UP TO THE WORLD @ NTU IN SINGAPORE .1

Blaze the trail with GEM Trailblazer from Nanyang Technological

University (NTU), a unique Asian adventure featuring classroom,

laboratory, or career learning in cosmopolitan Singapore. A young

and research-intensive university in Singapore, NTU is the fastest-

rising university in the world’s top 50. With over 8,000 international

students and offering a diverse and enriching array of programmes

on a sprawling garden campus, NTU is a truly global institution.

Be your interest in business; social sciences, arts and humanities;

engineering and the sciences or medicine, this trail will take you

to one of Asia’s most dynamic business hubs, joining some of

the brightest minds and talents from around the world.

02 Take On The World

03 Acquire A Global Edge

04 Why Singapore?

06 Step Up To The World

08 Choose The Trail, Set The Pace

10 Study – See New Perspectives,

Reach New Horizons

12 Research – Discover The Difference,

Invent The Change

14 Work – Heart Of Asia, Pulse Of The World

15 Summer – Red Dot, Red Hot

16 Living And Learning

18 Sharing And Connecting

20 Real Adventures, Real Stories

22 Scholarships – Breaking Boundaries

23 Scholarships – Shaping The Future Of Asia

24 Apply Today

Page 3: TO THE WORLD - Globalglobal.ntu.edu.sg/PublishingImages/images/newdoc... · step up to the global stage. Globalisation indices have ranked Singapore among the most globalised economies

2. STEP UP TO THE WORLD @ NTU IN SINGAPORE

The world is increasingly more

connected and interdependent. In

today’s global village, we witness

national economies and cultures

becoming integrated seamlessly.

To succeed in the new global

marketplace, students need to acquire

a cosmopolitan mindset and must be

prepared to meet the challenges of

working with people of different

nationalities and expertise.

This requires students like you to

cultivate your cultural intelligence and

gain the right skills and global exposure

– the new prerequisites for success in

the world economy.

I would therefore encourage you to

come to NTU in Singapore for a life-

changing experience that can help you

step up to the global stage.

Globalisation indices have ranked

Singapore among the most globalised

economies. Being a cosmopolitan city,

located at the heart of Asia – the

fastest-growing, most exciting region

in the world, Singapore is brimming

with diversity.

At NTU, our mission is to educate

students for the borderless business

world. We are earnestly developing

more opportunities for our students to

study and immerse themselves in

various environments.

In AY 2012/2013, our Yunnan Garden

campus played host to more than

1,100 international students, from 36

partner countries and 180 institutions,

who spent a semester for work, study

or research.

TAKE ON THEWORLDIn the new world economy, top talents whose

skills, experience and knowledge that

transcend borders will be highly sought after

by employers.

During the exchange, you will have

invaluable opportunities to expand your

horizon, get connected with global

work teams and build a network of

friendships and work contacts.

Through the internships offered by our

corporate partners, you will also receive

the benefits of early mentoring in the

global marketplace.

In the new world economy, top talents

whose skills, experience and

knowledge that transcend borders will

be highly sought after by employers.

Therefore, I invite all students to pave

the way for your future success by

becoming global citizens and blazing

a trail on the world stage.

Prof Er Meng Hwa

Vice President (International Affairs)

Nanyang Technological University

Page 4: TO THE WORLD - Globalglobal.ntu.edu.sg/PublishingImages/images/newdoc... · step up to the global stage. Globalisation indices have ranked Singapore among the most globalised economies

STEP UP TO THE WORLD @ NTU IN SINGAPORE .3

As you prepare for the new semester,

you will be faced with many choices

and decisions – one of which may

include your plans to study abroad.

And no doubt, you will have numerous

questions. This brochure has been

carefully put together to help clear your

queries and plan for your study abroad

immersion in Singapore.

 

At NTU, we have an international

agenda of ensuring that our students

are well prepared for life and careers

that will increasingly have an

international dimension, with enhanced

cross-cultural intelligence and global

exposure.

 

Ranked among the top 1% of

universities worldwide, NTU places

you in an academically stimulating

environment that is both culturally

enriching and socially fulfilling.

 

Through initiatives such as GEM

Trailblazer, you can immerse yourself

in a unique Asian experience in

Singapore, the cultural melting pot of

East and West. Be it study, research

or career-enhancing programmes, you

will find the boost your resume needs.

 

With 3,800 teaching and research

staff from about 70 countries as well

as more than 8,000 international

students, you will receive a well-

Through initiatives such as GEM Trailblazer, you can immerse yourself in a unique

Asian experience in Singapore, the cultural melting pot of East and West. Be it

study, research or career-enhancing programmes, you will find the boost your

resume needs.

rounded global education and real

world relevance at NTU. You will also

discover how cosmopolitan Singapore

and NTU may just give you the global

edge many others can only envy!

 

I wish you the very best as you embark

on a life-changing journey to becoming

a truly global citizen and I look forward

to welcoming you to the shores of

Singapore and the garden campus

that is NTU. 

Prof Tan Kang Hai

Director

Office of Global Education and Mobility

Nanyang Technological University

ACQUIRE AGLOBAL EDGE

Page 5: TO THE WORLD - Globalglobal.ntu.edu.sg/PublishingImages/images/newdoc... · step up to the global stage. Globalisation indices have ranked Singapore among the most globalised economies

WHY SINGAPORE?

4. STEP UP TO THE WORLD @ NTU IN SINGAPORE

Tiny Island,Big SurprisesSingapore is an island of less than

700 sq. km. with few natural

resources. Yet it has beaten the odds

to become an economic powerhouse.

A financial hub and the world’s busiest

port, Singapore has one of the largest

oil refining and distributing centres in

the world.

The city-state boasts 14,000

multinational corporations, a large

majority of which are regional

headquarters. When it comes to

education, Singapore invests heavily

in research and development of the

biomedical sciences, physical

sciences and engineering industries

as well as the promotion of the city-

state as a financial centre and regional

education hub.

Singapore continues to evolve and

reinvent itself. Today, it is fast being

accepted as the Asian playground of

the rich and famous, with the staging

of global events such as the prestigious

Formula 1 night race and attractions

like the two integrated resorts. With

renowned restaurants, world-class

theatre performances, branded

boutiques and gourmet shops added

to the list, Singapore has it all.

Page 6: TO THE WORLD - Globalglobal.ntu.edu.sg/PublishingImages/images/newdoc... · step up to the global stage. Globalisation indices have ranked Singapore among the most globalised economies

STEP UP TO THE WORLD @ NTU IN SINGAPORE .5

Bring A Bigger DiarySingapore’s diverse mix of cultures means there are plenty of festivals

and events to experience the year round. Each event is a fantastic

opportunity to explore the rich diversity of this vibrant city-state in

more depth and develop some lasting friendships in the process.

Mark these dates in your calendar!

January to March

• Chinese New Year

• River Hongbao

• Mosaic Music Festival

• Chingay Parade

• Fashion Steps Out

• Thaipusam

• iLight @ Marina Bay

Diversity in UnityThe “heartware” of Singapore is its

people. With a diverse population

of over 5 million made up primarily

of Chinese, Malays, Indians and

Eurasians, as well as a large global

expat community, Singapore is the

place where worlds meet. Cross-

cultural marriages are common,

and you are sure to hear different

languages and dialects being used

everywhere you go. Food is a

natural bonding factor in

Singapore, so be sure to indulge

in Singapore’s local delights when

you are here.

April to June

• Asia Fashion Exchange

• Singapore River Festival

• Great Singapore Sale

• Singapore Arts Festival

• Dragon Boat Festival

• Vesak Day

• World Gourmet Summit

July to September

• Singapore Food Festival

• Singapore HeritageFest

• National Day

• Hungry Ghost Festival

• Hari Raya Puasa

• Mid-Autumn Festival

• Formula 1 SingaporeGrand Prix

October to December

• Singapore Jewel Festival

• Deepavali

• Hari Raya Haji

• Christmas in the Tropics

• Standard CharteredMarathon

• ZoukOut @ Sentosa

• New Year’s Eve Countdown

Page 7: TO THE WORLD - Globalglobal.ntu.edu.sg/PublishingImages/images/newdoc... · step up to the global stage. Globalisation indices have ranked Singapore among the most globalised economies

TO THE WORLD

@ NTUStep into a world-renowned

university that is NTU and step up to

a world of knowledge and innovation.

With more than 8,000 international students on campus, NTU offers diverse

and enriching programmes clustered in four colleges: Business, Engineering,

Sciences, and Humanities, Arts, & Social Sciences, with English being the

core medium of instruction. It also has a new medical school, the Lee

Kong Chian School of Medicine, set up jointly with Imperial College London.

Our faculty members are engaged in knowledge creation and cutting-edge

research. Coming from about 70 countries, they bring with them multicultural

perspectives and methods to teaching and counselling.

6. STEP UP TO THE WORLD @ NTU IN SINGAPORE

STEP UP

Page 8: TO THE WORLD - Globalglobal.ntu.edu.sg/PublishingImages/images/newdoc... · step up to the global stage. Globalisation indices have ranked Singapore among the most globalised economies

STEP UP TO THE WORLD @ NTU IN SINGAPORE .7

Real-World EducationOur 3,800-strong and experienced

faculty as well as research staff aims

to deliver a well-rounded global

education.

Innovative CoursesOur courses are widely recognised

and continually updated to reflect the

latest developments in research and

technology.

Leaders In ResearchOur focus at NTU is on research. We

have assembled a team of some of

the best minds, committed to driving

change and finding practical solutions

to some of the most pressing issues

today.

World-Class FacilitiesNTU has a wide range of

technologically-advanced facilities

designed to enhance your study and

research experience, including online

access to library resources and 24-

hour access (including remote access)

to the campus network.

Collaborative International

NetworksOur close links with industry players

and international partners provide our

students valuable networking

opportunities and the chance to take

part in seminars and other knowledge-

sharing events by participating

collaborative regional and international

institutions.

Why NTU?

We Reach Out, You Step Up.

The fastest-rising university in the world’s top 50, NTU has been consistently

ranked among the world’s top 1% of universities.

With recent and remarkable progress in education and research, these

advances have put NTU in a position to assume a greater global role.

Our ultimate goal is to realign our strengths and resources along five

focus areas or “Peaks of Excellence”: Sustainable Earth, Future Healthcare,

New Media, the New Silk Road and Innovation Asia.

We aim to produce students, ideas and technologies that address the

urgent challenges of the future as well as contribute to Singapore’s new

knowledge economy.

Page 9: TO THE WORLD - Globalglobal.ntu.edu.sg/PublishingImages/images/newdoc... · step up to the global stage. Globalisation indices have ranked Singapore among the most globalised economies

CHOOSE THE TRAILSET THE PACE

8. STEP UP TO THE WORLD @ NTU IN SINGAPORE

Page 10: TO THE WORLD - Globalglobal.ntu.edu.sg/PublishingImages/images/newdoc... · step up to the global stage. Globalisation indices have ranked Singapore among the most globalised economies

EXCHANGEPROGRAMMES

SEMESTER STUDY(Pg 10 & 11)

GEM Trailblazer Study is open to

students from recognised universities

abroad. As a study-abroad student,

you can enrol in any of our full-time

study courses for a minimum of one

and a maximum of two semesters.

Before you make your decision, it is

important that you confirm that your

home institution will allow you to

transfer credit for subjects studied

overseas.

RESEARCH(Pg 12 & 13)

GEM Trailblazer Research is open to

visiting research students for a

minimum of three months. This

research opportunity is offered in all

research areas, with the core focus

being on science and technology.

Undergraduates participating in our

exchange study programme can also

consider combining study (of one to

two courses only) with an element of

research.

Which GEM Trailblazer programme isright for me?

STEP UP TO THE WORLD @ NTU IN SINGAPORE .9

WORK(Pg 14)

GEM Trailblazer Work gives students

a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to

experience working in one of the best

business environments in the world.

The future is in Asia, so now is the

ideal time to hone your skills in one of

the 14,000- MNCs based in Singapore

and network with contacts across the

rapidly developing region.

SUMMERSCHOOL(Pg 15)

Our unique summer programmes,

based on specific themes and tracks,

uncover fascinating cultural

experiences and opportunities to

enhance your future business career

in rising Asia. If you are forward-thinking

and considering carving a niche for

yourself in this region, look no further!

Page 11: TO THE WORLD - Globalglobal.ntu.edu.sg/PublishingImages/images/newdoc... · step up to the global stage. Globalisation indices have ranked Singapore among the most globalised economies

SEENEW PERSPECTIVES

REACHNEW HORIZONS

10. STEP UP TO THE WORLD @ NTU IN SINGAPORE

Page 12: TO THE WORLD - Globalglobal.ntu.edu.sg/PublishingImages/images/newdoc... · step up to the global stage. Globalisation indices have ranked Singapore among the most globalised economies

Our four colleges and the new Lee KongChian School of Medicine offer flexiblestudy options in world-class settings.

At NTU, we recruit leading faculty who have a passion for

both research and teaching. They come from diverse

backgrounds and offer new perspectives to deliver an

education founded on scientific and creative inputs of

superlative quality. We complement classroom studies with

real-world experiences within your industry of focus. Our

four colleges offer a selection of disciplines, the completion

of which will position you as a sought-after candidate in

your field of expertise.

STEP UP TO THE WORLD @ NTU IN SINGAPORE .11

College of BusinessEarn your degree from one of Asia’s

top business institutions. Nanyang

Business School (NBS) is the first

business school in Singapore to be

awarded both the AACSB (Association

to Advance Collegiate Schools of

Business) and the EQUIS (European

Quality Improvement System)

accreditations. The rigorous curriculum

and globally relevant business

education will prepare you for today’s

highly competitive business

environment.

College of EngineeringAs one of the largest engineering

colleges in the world, we aim to nurture

well-rounded leaders who are flexible

across disciplines and not limited by

boundaries. Our state-of-the-art

facilities and cutting-edge technologies

will provide you with a stimulating

learning environment. Our engineering

programmes are fully accredited and

duly recognised by the Washington

Accord.

College of Humanities, Arts,

and Social SciencesThe college offers a stimulating

education in the humanities, social

sciences, art, design or communication

studies. Working within the vibrant,

creative community, you will be able

to complement your learning with

state-of-the-art broadcasting, design

and media equipment that rival the

most creative workplaces within the

industry.

Lee Kong Chian School of

MedicinePartnering Imperial College London,

the school will train a generation of

doctors who will put patients at the

centre of medical care. Graduates

will have a strong understanding of

the scientific basis of medicine, along

with interdisciplinary subjects

including business management and

technology. Named after local

philanthropist Dato Sri Lee Kong

Chian, it aims to be a future model

for innovative medical education.

College of ScienceDiscover, understand and explore

science. You will acquire and integrate

knowledge from different fields of

science – mathematics, physics,

chemistry and biology – and learn the

creative processes leading to

discoveries.

Page 13: TO THE WORLD - Globalglobal.ntu.edu.sg/PublishingImages/images/newdoc... · step up to the global stage. Globalisation indices have ranked Singapore among the most globalised economies

12. STEP UP TO THE WORLD @ NTU IN SINGAPORE

DISCOVERTHE DIFFERENCE,

INVENT THE CHANGE

Page 14: TO THE WORLD - Globalglobal.ntu.edu.sg/PublishingImages/images/newdoc... · step up to the global stage. Globalisation indices have ranked Singapore among the most globalised economies

Singapore has invested heavily in research and innovation,

and provides the ideal setting for you to hone your

undergraduate and postgraduate research skills. With the

advances NTU has made and will continue to make in

science and technology, the stage is set for you to play

an important part in creating a better tomorrow.

New MediaAs we move into the digital future, NTU

is well positioned to harness the

creative arts for application in science

and technology. We aspire to become

a New Media hub – a focal point for

students, faculty, researchers, industry

players and government agencies to

jointly develop new technologies.

The New Silk RoadNTU aspires to be a regional

knowledge centre, leveraging

Singapore’s unique location and

heritage to bridge the East and West.

The campus will play a major role in

the creation and exchange of

knowledge about and within the region.

Innovation AsiaNTU is a leader in the area of

innovation, with a unique model of

entrepreneurship education in the

Nanyang Technopreneurship Centre.

Innovation Asia will engage industry

players and encourage faculty and

students to realise their ventures. In

partnership with the Kauffman

Foundation, NTU aims to shape an

Asian ecosystem model of innovation

and entrepreneurship.

As one of the world’s leading researchuniversities, we champion novel waysof thinking about science andtechnology.

STEP UP TO THE WORLD @ NTU IN SINGAPORE .13

RESEARCH

Sustainable EarthNTU seeks to be a part of global,

groundbreaking research that

addresses the Earth’s urgent

environmental issues. We are

positioned firmly at the forefront of

sustainability research in Singapore,

garnering more than S$1 billion in

competitive grants. Our broad range

of green projects covers clean water,

environmental engineering, energy

and earth sciences.

Future HealthcareNTU seeks to be a leading innovator

in medical solutions and healthcare

systems. The Lee Kong Chian School

of Medicine embodies the future

direction of healthcare. Set to accept

its first cohort of students in 2013, the

school will foster a new generation of

doctor-clinicians who are equally adept

at cutting-edge technologies. Also, it

will play a leading role in

multidisciplinary medical-related

research, such as biomedical

engineering, pharmaceutical

innovations, infectious diseases and

health economics.

Page 15: TO THE WORLD - Globalglobal.ntu.edu.sg/PublishingImages/images/newdoc... · step up to the global stage. Globalisation indices have ranked Singapore among the most globalised economies

Are you thinking of carving your niche in Asia and

looking to get a head-start in the work

environment? GEM Trailblazer Work is a sure way

to get your foot in the door.

HEART OF ASIAPULSE OF THE WORLD

14. STEP UP TO THE WORLD @ NTU IN SINGAPORE

International students who embark on professional internships are

required to apply for the Work Holiday Pass (WHP) from the Ministry

of Manpower.

The WHP is applicable to full-time students who are studying in

selected universities from Australia, France, Germany, Hong Kong,

Japan, New Zealand, United Kingdom and United States. 

For more details, please visit

www.ntu.edu.sg/GEM-Trailblazer/WorkExperience

Page 16: TO THE WORLD - Globalglobal.ntu.edu.sg/PublishingImages/images/newdoc... · step up to the global stage. Globalisation indices have ranked Singapore among the most globalised economies

STEP UP TO THE WORLD @ NTU IN SINGAPORE .15

RED DOTRED HOTThe future’s in Asia! Join some of ourbrightest minds and talents from aroundthe world in our Summer School andexperience a unique exchange adventurein Singapore, one of the most dynamichubs in Asia.

Chinese Language & Cultural Studies (6 AUs)Conducted in collaboration with the NTU Confucius Institute,

this programme helps to unmask the orient as it prepares

you with basic Chinese language skills and introduces you

to the history of China.

• Get an overview of the Chinese language in just 3 weeks;

from the basic Chinese phonetic system to basic

conversational, reading and writing skills

• Learn up to 260 Chinese characters, 40 grammatical

points and 300 commonly-used sentences

• Experience cultural tours to the Asian Civilisations

Museum, the Sun Yat Sen Memorial Hall and the Chinese

Pioneers Museum

• Learn about Chinese culture through Chinese calligraphy,

traditional delicacies and the various festivals

Entrepreneurship & Innovation Asia (12 AUs)This series of four courses over 5 weeks, brought to youby the Nanyang Technopreneurship Center, is designedfor those interested to know more about the fundamentalsand challenges of new ventures.

(a) Entrepreneurship & Accounting for New Ventures• Learn about new concepts such as entrepreneurship,

creativity, innovation

• Find out all about basic accounting principles, usefulfinancial information and how to analyse financialstatements

(b) Marketing & Finance for New Ventures• Learn about intellectual property, entrepreneurship

marketing concepts and methods as well as high-risk finance

• Gain an understanding of the role of intellectualproperty and marketing

(c) Managing New & Ongoing Ventures• Focuses on the various challenges new ventures face

• Helps to deepen insights about the strategic andfinancial management process

• Learn management techniques

(d) New Venture Creation & the Business Plan• Learn about major business decisions that

entrepreneurs face when growing their ventures

• Setting up a business

• Developing and implementing business plans

• Conducting research and development

• Securing investments

• Growing the business

• Managing people

For more details, visit www.ntu.edu.sg/summerNTU oremail us at [email protected]

Page 17: TO THE WORLD - Globalglobal.ntu.edu.sg/PublishingImages/images/newdoc... · step up to the global stage. Globalisation indices have ranked Singapore among the most globalised economies

16. STEP UP TO THE WORLD @ NTU IN SINGAPORE

LIVINGANDLEARNING

Page 18: TO THE WORLD - Globalglobal.ntu.edu.sg/PublishingImages/images/newdoc... · step up to the global stage. Globalisation indices have ranked Singapore among the most globalised economies

STEP UP TO THE WORLD @ NTU IN SINGAPORE .17

Living On Campus

www.ntu.edu.sg/campus/accommodation

NTU boasts the largest on-campus

student housing in Singapore, with

16 Halls of Residence catering to

more than 9,000 local and

international students.

Living Off Campus

www.ntu.edu.sg/has/off-campus/pages/

default.aspx

Not all of our students live on

campus. To make finding a home

easier, NTU facilitates the search for

student hostels, private rooms or

apartments that are available for rent.

Library Services

www.ntu.edu.sg/library

The seven libraries on campus cater

to the research, learning and teaching

needs of the NTU community. With a

print collection of more than 694,000

books and a vast electronic collection,

all the information you will need is right

at your fingertips.

Food For Thought

The many food outlets on campus

make it their mission to provide fuel

for hungry brains and stomachs. Be

sure to try local fare in any of our 10

canteens dotted around the sprawling

campus, or dine on international

cuisine, including Korean, Japanese,

Western and Indian favourites. The

many cafés also provide a great

opportunity for relaxation with friends.

NTU Medical Centre

www.ntu.edu.sg/campuslife/pages/

healthcare.aspx

Medical and dental services are

available on campus to cater to your

health and wellness needs.

24-Hour Campus Security

Our campus is patrolled round-the-

clock by a team of security officers,

complemented by CCTV and security

access control systems, to ensure the

safety and well-being of students living

on campus.

Page 19: TO THE WORLD - Globalglobal.ntu.edu.sg/PublishingImages/images/newdoc... · step up to the global stage. Globalisation indices have ranked Singapore among the most globalised economies

18. STEP UP TO THE WORLD @ NTU IN SINGAPORE

SHARING ANDCONNECTING

Page 20: TO THE WORLD - Globalglobal.ntu.edu.sg/PublishingImages/images/newdoc... · step up to the global stage. Globalisation indices have ranked Singapore among the most globalised economies

STEP UP TO THE WORLD @ NTU IN SINGAPORE .19

NTU’s social and support networks can help provide you with

the information, connections and support you need to succeed

during your stay with us. Making friends and pursuing other

interests beyond the classroom are some of the most

rewarding experiences studying abroad have to offer. Your

prospective employer will consider your extracurricular

involvement as well as your academic achievements.

Student Activities

At NTU, we are committed to nurturing

the whole individual. In addition to

quality academic programmes, we

offer a host of activities that helps you

acquire useful life and business skills

and develop valuable networking

capabilities.

Sports And Recreation

Centre

You will find a wealth of sporting

activities on campus, at both

recreational and competitive levels.

World-class indoor and outdoor

facilities cater to a wide range of sports

from swimming, tennis and basketball

to more niche sports like archery and

dragon boat racing.

IT Services

NTU students enjoy state-of-the-art IT

infrastructure and services, including

high-speed wired and wireless access

to our campus network, e-learning and

online library resources.

International Student

Centre

If you need advice, the International

Student Centre is there to help. Serving

more than 8,000 students from 80

countries, the Centre provides

assistance on a wide range of matters,

including arrival assistance,

accommodation and immigration.

Student Wellbeing

Centre

Some students experience difficulties

adapting to university life abroad,

especially if it is their first time away

from home. The Student Counselling

Centre has qualified and friendly

counsellors to listen to your concerns

and offer the right kind of help.

Medical Insurance

Group Hospitalisation and Surgical

Insurance (GHSI) is compulsory for all

international and exchange students.

This policy will cover medical costs

incurred during hospitalisation. You will

also be issued a Letter of Guarantee,

which you can present on admission

to hospital in lieu of the upfront cash

payment normally levied on

international students.

Page 21: TO THE WORLD - Globalglobal.ntu.edu.sg/PublishingImages/images/newdoc... · step up to the global stage. Globalisation indices have ranked Singapore among the most globalised economies

20. STEP UP TO THE WORLD @ NTU IN SINGAPORE

It was easy to integrate into campus

life through hall events such as night

cycling food trails and on-campus

societies. I was also honoured to

have met NTU President, Prof Bertil

Andersson, during the Lunar New Year

celebrations and even participated in

the unique Singaporean tradition, Lo

Hei! Through enjoying laksa and durian,

visiting Hindu temples, and participating

in different festivities, Singapore has

enlightened me to the beauty of the

multicultural intersection of language,

religion and food. This

remarkable experience will

help to shape me into a

global citizen, scholar and

scientist.

Amanda Leigh-Erwin

Central Michigan University

School of Biological Sciences

Singapore is a very interesting country.

Despite its small size, it is filled with

means of entertainment like shopping

malls and gaming centres.

However, the most

enriching experience I’ve

had at NTU was the fun

environment and the

numerous new people I

met. There was always something

happening on campus and there were

many clubs to join. Sport facilities

abound and cheap food is widely

available in the 14 canteens. I hope

you will have as much fun as I did.

Houman Kelasi

University Pierre and Marie Curie

School of Electrical and Electronic

Engineering

NTU is, in a word, variety.

There are students from all

over the world who speak

different languages and

come from diverse

cultures. Through my time in

Singapore, I have been able to make

friends with many of them. It was also

convenient to travel around Southeast

Asia with my new found friends. I’m

glad NTU made this possible.

Lee Hyungdon

Korea University

School of Civil and Environmental

Engineering

R

Page 22: TO THE WORLD - Globalglobal.ntu.edu.sg/PublishingImages/images/newdoc... · step up to the global stage. Globalisation indices have ranked Singapore among the most globalised economies

STEP UP TO THE WORLD @ NTU IN SINGAPORE .21

Singapore is a true melting pot of both

Eastern and Western cultures. Whilst

here, you will have the opportunity to

explore traditional cultures in a safe

and developed environment.

Singaporeans are also amongst the

most hospitable I have met. At NTU

you will be part of a vibrant, diverse

and inclusive student community.

In addition, professors,

sporting coaches, and of

course the OGEM staff will

all go above and beyond

to ensure that your stay is

both enjoyable and

enriching.

Matthew Samson

Macquarie University

School of Humanities, Arts and Social

Sciences

High research standard under very

helpful and knowledgeable supervision,

a whole variety of great food, really

friendly people and a lot of extra-

curricular activities to choose from.

Taking part in the vibrant

campus life and living on-

campus allow one to

integrate with local

students, become more

open-minded and learn

about the Asian culture,

traditions and language.And if you have enough courage, join

the Chingay Parade PAYM contingent

and have one of the most unique

experiences in your life! Nothing

broadens your horizons more than

living in such an exciting and fascinating

country like Singapore!

Katarzyna Sokol

University of Edinburgh

School of Physical and Mathematical

Sciences

At NTU, I took interesting classes that

were not available at my home

university; some of which were specific

to South East Asia. I will definitely miss

the tasty food, including some dishes

that I have never seen before, instead

of the boring lunchboxes you have to

bring yourself at my home university.

I have certainly enjoyed living in the

multifaceted city of Singapore. This

awesome experience has

enabled me to learn about

the Singaporean and South

East Asian cultures as well

as about myself.

Mimmi Gustafsson

Linkoping University

School of Humanities, Arts and Social

Sciences

REAL ADVENTURES

REAL STORIES

Page 23: TO THE WORLD - Globalglobal.ntu.edu.sg/PublishingImages/images/newdoc... · step up to the global stage. Globalisation indices have ranked Singapore among the most globalised economies

BREAKING

22. STEP UP TO THE WORLD @ NTU IN SINGAPORE

The DUO-Singapore Exchange Fellowship Award lets you

experience life in a cosmopolitan blend of different cultures,

make new friends and build networks in Asia for the future.

As a gateway to Asia, Singapore offers an exciting

opportunity for you to get acquainted with the region.

You may apply if you are a university student in a European

ASEM (Asia-Europe Meeting) country studying at a

Singapore Partnership University. You will receive a

The DUO-Singapore Exchange Fellowship Award for Europe

maximum of 4,000 Euros for one semester of up to four

months, which includes airfare, accommodation and living

expenses. There is no bond attached to the award funded

by the Singapore Government.

We welcome full-time undergraduate and postgraduate

applications from all academic fields. More information

can be found at www.ntu.edu.sg/GEM-Trailblazer.

BOUNDARIES

SCHOLARSHIPS

Page 24: TO THE WORLD - Globalglobal.ntu.edu.sg/PublishingImages/images/newdoc... · step up to the global stage. Globalisation indices have ranked Singapore among the most globalised economies

STEP UP TO THE WORLD @ NTU IN SINGAPORE .23

You have a role to play in determining the future of Asia. The TF LEaRN @ NTU

programme provides an experiential learning opportunity for future leaders of

Asia. You will be offered a holistic educational experience with opportunities to

cultivate your leadership skills through a one-semester immersion programme

at NTU. This involves course work, community service learning and network

building in the region. You will develop a global mindset with better insight of

regional issues and cultures.

About 50 Asian undergraduate students will be offered a chance to study at

NTU with tuition and living expenses covered. More information on the programme

and application procedures can be found at www.ntu.edu.sg/tflearn.

TemasekFoundationLeadershipEnrichment andRegionalNetworkingProgramme @ NTU(TF LEaRN @ NTU)

SCHOLARSHIPS

SHAPINGTHE FUTURE OF ASIA

Page 25: TO THE WORLD - Globalglobal.ntu.edu.sg/PublishingImages/images/newdoc... · step up to the global stage. Globalisation indices have ranked Singapore among the most globalised economies

24. STEP UP TO THE WORLD @ NTU IN SINGAPORECopyright © Nanyang Technological University, 2013.

All information correct at time of printing.

APPLYTODAYVisit our website: www.ntu.edu.sg/GEM-Trailblazer

or email us at [email protected]

Application Deadline

Fall Semester

(August - December) : 30 March

Spring Semester

(January - May) : 30 September