Are TOEFL and GRE scores compulsory for the programme?

Both TOEFL and GRE scores are optional, however, do note that evidence of strong quantitative, verbal, and analytical skills through GRE scores, as well as indicators of research skills and experience will significantly strengthen your application.

Can TOEFL and GRE scores be submitted later, due to test date constraints?

Candidates are strongly encouraged to submit their complete supporting documents before the deadlines of the application periods. There is no guarantee that we will take into account any additional documents submitted after the deadline. Nonetheless, TOEFL and GRE scores are optional.

Can I apply for the research programme if my honours degree/degree is not in the area of Statistics?

You may still apply for the programme. All applications are assessed for relevance in background knowledge, with respect to the course.

Those that do not have statistics background but sufficient knowledge to embark on the programme may be considered favourably.

How do students select the courses they wish to read and inform the department?
For all matter pertaining to the course registration, please refer to http://www.nus.edu.sg/ModReg/

Are there any guidelines on the type of courses/subjects to read for the programme?

The programme operates on the modular system. Under this system, courses are structured for teaching on a semester basis.

Based on the list of courses offered in every semester and the course work requirements outlined for each programme, students may choose to read any courses as long as these fit into their timetables.  

What courses are available for selection?

The list varies among semesters but the pattern of offer remains largely similar. Please refer to the course list for the current semester.  

How often are classes conducted?

Each graduate course consists of 3-4 hours of lectures per week. As the class size for higher level courses are usually small, classes are usually scheduled twice weekly (2-hour block each) or once per week (3-hour sectional teaching style).

Are there classes in the evenings?

Yes. Some classes are scheduled in the evenings for the part time students to read.

Changes in timetable are subject to consensus among students and lecturer in the same class. Availability of time slot and venue may also affect adjustments but the department would try its best to assist. Students and lecturer must submit to the department, a written note on proposed change/s with everyone’s name and signature.  

Are the examinations held in the day or evening?

Please refer to below exam timings.

Exam timings
AM (Mon – Sat) : 9.00am

PM (Mon – Thu & Sat) : 1.00pm

PM (Fri) : 2.30pm

Evening (Mon – Thu) : 5.00pm

Night : 7.00pm

Examinations for level 5000 or higher courses are scheduled by the Faculty. Changes in examination timetable are not allowed as these may cause adverse effects.  

Is GPA computed on all the courses read?

GPA is computed based on all the courses (except for English language courses, Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (S/U) and Audit courses) that the students have read in the whole candidature for graduation.  

Will a “W” grade affect GPA?

A “W” grade does not carry any grade point. In any case, it would not affect GPA but the “W” grade will reflect on the transcript.  

Are students allowed to read courses outside the department?

Students may read courses from other departments or faculties subjected to departmental approval. Each student can use up to two non-departmental courses out of the ten required to count towards graduation requirement.  

I have questions that are not answered on this page. Who can I ask?

Email your query to stabox10@nus.edu.sg