Overview

Economics and Public Policy and Global Affairs (Hons) at Nanyang Technological University offers opportunities to pursue specializations in both the traditional, as well as contemporary areas such as micro- and macro-economics, growth and development, labour economics, financial economics, environmental economics, health economics and behavioural economics.

Key facts:

The aim is to provide students with a general understanding of and exposure to the field of Public Administration and Public Policy. It complements the relevant curriculum in fields such as Economics by introducing the economics rationales behind policy decisions and policy impact in the context of economics. Graduates will possess complex problem solving, social perceptiveness and writing skills.

They can develop a career in conducting social research for market research companies or in the public sector, where they can advise decision-makers on relevant programmes, campaigns or policies.

One possible career option is a Political Scientist. Using the critical thinking and analytical skills gained, Political Scientist collect public opinion and election data, look at how the law affects people's daily lives and make insightful predictions about political trends.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Microeconomics Principles

Macroeconomics Principles

Intermediate Microeconomics

Intermediate Macroeconomics

International Monetary Economics

Money and Banking

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-19 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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90

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IELTS

6

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Singapore, Singapore

Disciplines

Economics Environmental Economics & Policy Public Policy

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

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90

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6

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Other requirements

General requirements

For GCE 'A' level certificate holders:

NTU General Admission Requirements
A good grade in H2 Level Mathematics
A good grade in General Paper/Knowledge & Inquiry/H1 Level History/English Literature/Geography

For International Baccalaureate Diploma holders:

NTU General Admission Requirements
A good grade in Mathematics at Higher Level
A good grade in English at Standard Level

For NUS High School Diploma holders:

NTU General Admission Requirements
Major CAP of 2.0 in Mathematics
Good Overall CAP in English Language

For International Students & Students with other qualifications:

NTU General Admission Requirements
A good grade in Mathematics at Senior High School Level
A good grade in General Paper/English at Senior High School Level

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

20000 USD / year

≈ 20000 USD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

8250 USD / year

≈ 8250 USD / year

Additional Details

Singapore permanent residents: SGD 11,500 and ASEAN: $ 17,950.

Living costs

Singapore

1878 - 3880 SGD / month

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

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

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Funding

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