6.    Nanyang Business School Undergraduate Programmes:
      a) Core courses are unavailable to non-Business students
      b) Courses relating to the Singapore legislation, legal and accounting system,
          which may be relevant only in the Singapore context.

7. Inter-semestral session

Language elective courses are not open to Postgraduate (PG) exchange students

6. Where can I view the latest academic calendar?

You may view the academic calendar here.

7. What is the workload for an exchange student per semester?

A maximum of 20 AUs is recommended per semester. This translates to approximately 4-5 courses.

There is no stipulated minimum number of AUs a student must take per semester as long as he/she is able to fulfil the academic requirements of their home university.

However, we do recommend that you take at least 2 courses when here on exchange.

8. How does NTU assign credits for courses?

NTU uses the Academic Unit System. For further information, please visit here.

9. Is the iXchange Work Experience Programme (WEP) open to all students?

The iXchange WEP is open to undergraduate students only. For more information, please download the WEP Information Sheet or refer to our Career & Attachment Office website.

10. Am I eligible for International Internship?

You must be a nominated student from Ithaca College, Cornell University and University of Missouri-Columbia to be eligible for the International Internship.

11. Can I apply for any scholarships while I am on exchange at NTU?

There are currently two types of scholarships available. Please click here to see if you are eligible for scholarship.

12. Can I still come to NTU on exchange even though I was not nominated by my home university?

Yes, you can still come to NTU as a fee-paying student. This would be handled by the Office of Academic Services. You may find more information here. Please consult the OAS site for additional information or email Undergraduate.

For graduate students, please email us for more information.

13. My home university does not have an exchange agreement with NTU, can I still come on exchange?

For graduate students, please email us for more information.

14. I am a postgraduate student. Am I allowed to take undergraduate courses?

Yes, you are allowed to apply for both undergraduate and postgraduate courses. However, you shall NOT be given priority for undergraduate courses. Undergraduate courses will only be registered for you during the add/drop period.

15. I am pursuing a Masters degree at my home university but have not yet received my Bachelor’s degree. How should I apply?

Unless you have completed 7 study semesters at your home university, you are only allowed to apply as an undergraduate.

Should you not have 7 study semesters completed prior to coming to NTU and you apply as a postgraduate, your application will be delayed.

16. I am a Singaporean studying in an overseas institution. Can I apply for exchange at NTU?

In spirit of exchange, we do not accept any local students to come on exchange to NTU.

However, we do encourage you to come as a fee-paying student and join us at NTU should you still be interested.

17. When will I receive the E-Acceptance package?

An E-Acceptance package will be sent via email directly to the student. Students coming on exchange in Semester 1 (Fall) can expect their E-Acceptance packages by July. Students enrolled in Semester 2 (Spring) can expect their E-Acceptance package by December. Exchange Students' home institutions will also be notified of acceptance by email.

18. Once I receive my E-Acceptance Package, who should I contact for further details such as visa application?

You can contact the International Student Centre (ISC) for information.

19. When and how will I receive my academic transcripts?

Your academic transcripts (both hard and soft copies) will be mailed directly to your home institution within (02) months after the end of the semester.

20. May I have a copy of the latest updated Nanyang Exchange Info Sheet and Guide Book for International Students?

Please download our latest iXchange@NTU Information Sheet and 2011 Guide for New International Students.

21. Where is the application link to apply for exchange at NTU?

Nominated students can apply via our Online Application System. Please refer to Application Procedure Website for more information.

22. Do I need to mail the application package to NTU?

All supporting documents are to be submitted via our Online Application System. NO mailing of original documents is necessary.

23. What procedures are there should I want to withdraw my application?

Before arrival:
Nominated students are to inform their home university and NTU International Relations Office intention to withdraw from the programme.

After arrival:
Exchange students to inform NTU Office of Academic Services, International Relations Office and International Student Centre as well as home university.

24. What is STARS?

STARS is short for Student Automated Registration System which is a system designed for you to

25. Is course selections guaranteed?

No, course offerings are not guaranteed. Course approvals are subjected to vacancies and pre-requisites.

26. Why is it that the courses that I have applied for are reflected as ‘not registered’?

Courses offered in NTU are highly popular and competitive, and it is not always possible to be able to register for courses you expressed interest in reading due to vacancy limitations, even though they are approved by the schools. There could also be clashes in classes and/or examination timetables.

27. When is the add/drop period?

The add/drop period is usually during the first two weeks when the semester begins.

28. What must I do if I decide not to take a certain course that is successfully approved?

You MUST de-register for the course in STARS. A student who is still registered for a course after the add/drop period, but did not subsequently sit for the examination, will be deemed to have read and failed the course. "F" will appear on his official transcript.

29. Who should I contact on issues pertaining to approval and/or reselection of courses?

The Office of Academic Services (OAS) shall liaise directly with you via email.

30. When must I submit my application for a Student Pass?

New applications for a Student's Pass must be submitted at least one (01) month and not more than two (02) months before the commencement of the course through ICA's Student's Pass On-Line Application & Registration (SOLAR) system.

31. Is on-campus accommodation provided for exchange students?

Due to limited on-campus accomodation, allocation of accomodation shall be subject to availability, through random balloting system.

Add in: On-campus accomodation is NOT guaranteed to exchange students.

Upon acceptance as an exchange student (for study only), you may apply for on-campus housing through the ISC Exchange Web Portal prior to the stipulated closing date.

Should you be successful in securing on-campus accomodation, housing will be in one of our 16 Halls of Residence based on double occupancy, where only two Halls have air conditioned rooms. Exchange students are allocated proportionately to the 16 Halls and request for transfer of Halls will not be entertained.

Exchange students coming on Research or Work exchange shall be recommended for off-campus housing in view of the varied project dates.

32. When can I move into the Hall of Residence?

(03) days before the commencement of the semester. The International Student Centre (ISC) will notify exchange students (on study exchange) on the exact check-in date in the acceptance package.

Exchange students who intend to arrive earlier than the stipulated check-in date will have to source for their own temporary off-campus accommodation.

33. I have been allocated on-campus housing. What can I expect from the room?

Rooms are furnished with basic furniture such as a bed, mattress, study table, chair, wardrobe, bookshelf and softboard. Take note that bed linens/sheets and pillows are not included.

Each room is fitted with curtains/blinds, lighting and a fan.

34. What are my estimated expenses like in Singapore?

On-campus Accommodation:	Undergraduate Accommodation: $180 - $305 per person per month (without meal plan) More information on our Halls of Residence and rates can be found here Postgraduate Accommodation: $300 - $540 per person, per month (without meal plan) More information on Graduate Housing and rates can be found here
Food / Meals	$300 - $400 per month
Transport for travel within Singapore	$100 per month
Academic Expenses (textbook & course materials)	$200 – $500 per academic year
Personal Expenses	$200 – $400 per month
Other Administrative Fees	Other compulsory payments: Matriculation card fee: S$10.50 (applicable for graduate students) Hostel application fee: S$16.05 Computer fee: S$13.90 Sports fee: S$12.80 (per semester) Student health service fee: S$32.10 (per semester) Amenities fee: S$12.80 Copyright fee: S$5.00 (per semester) Group Hospitalisation & Surgical Insurance (GHSI): S$39.50 (per semester)

35. Must I open a bank account while studying in Singapore and is there any bank on NTU campus?

It is advisable for you to open a bank account while you are in Singapore. Your parents may also arrange to transfer money into your account in Singapore by inter-bank telegraphic transfer. This is a cheaper option as compared with using your credit cards to withdraw money. There is an OCBC Bank (Overseas Chinese Bank Corporation) located on-campus.

36. What are the accepted credit cards/bank cards in Singapore?

Visa/Mastercard/American Express/Diners Club/Maestro/PLUS are all accepted in Singapore. You may withdraw money from most bank machines. There are also ATM machines located around the campus.

37. I already have insurance coverage, do I still have to purchase insurance in Singapore?

Yes, all exchange students are required to purchase the NTU Group Hospital & Surgical Insurance (GHSI) even if they have already bought a similar insurance from their home country. You can find more information here.

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