Overview

Urban Science, Policy and Planning at Singapore University of Technology and Design is aimed at training the next generation of urban researchers, analysts and practitioners who are well grounded in urban theory, skilled in urban data and analytics, and adept at urban policy and planning.

Careers

The USPP programme will produce graduates who are well-rounded, technically competent urban researchers, industry practitioners and thought leaders. USPP graduates will be well-positioned for careers in the following sectors:

Government ministries, statutory boards and other government-affiliated agencies• International consultancies focused on development, infrastructure and social service delivery
Private sector organisations specialising in urban development and management consulting, such as performance management and smart city solutions• Professional bodies and trade associations
Non-governmental organisations, institutes of higher learning and research institutes that focus on a variety of urban social, community, policy, economic and environmental issues

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theory and Dynamics of Urban Social Processes
Research Methodology for Urban Analysis
Techniques and Methods of Planning and Policy
Smart Global City: Leadership and Planning in Singapore
Urban Symposium

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-03-31 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

92

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Data Science & Big Data Urban Planning View 5 other Masters in Data Science & Big Data in Singapore

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

92

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Your Statement of Objectives (1,000 words)
Original Bachelor’s and Master’s degree transcript and certificate
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score report
Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) score report
Names, titles & e-mail addresses of your 2 recommenders/referees
Relevant supporting documents
Identity Card or Passport

Tuition Fee

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International

41430 SGD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 41430 SGD per year during 12 months.
National

14350 SGD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14350 SGD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Singapore

1878 - 3880 SGD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

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