| Q : I
am slated for entry to computer engineering after NS & recently received
the core curriculum information booklet together with the medical and confirmation
forms. However, I am not clear whether people in cross faculty courses
such as mine can apply for the program.
A : The core curriculum is opened to students from School of Computing, Science and Arts & Social Science. Students reading Computer Engineering will not be eligible to apply for the core curriculum.
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| Q : What
is the difference between entering directly into the Computer Engineering
course and entering the Faculty of Engineering where I might go into Electrical
Engineering and later specialise in the field on Computer Engineering?
Also, is the field of specialisation in Computer Engineering be included in the 4 years of undergraduate study or will it be in postgraduate studies? A : The Electrical Engineering (EE) and Computer Engineering (CPE) programs are separate programs The CPE program is a joint program between the EE Department and the School of Computing. Students directly enter the CPE program while those entering EE program must complete a common semester with the Mechanical and Civil Engineering students. The Computer Engineering program is a distinct engineering degree program with a set of EE & CS modules necessary for Computer Engineers. Within the EE program, EE undergraduates can attain some degree of specialization. These specializations include Communications, Control, Microelectronics, Power and Computer. The "Computer" specialization involves courses at the advanced level related to Computer Engineering and should not be confused with the CPE program which is a separate degree program. The Computer specialization within the EE program allows an undergraduate to take a few advanced level modules related to the area of computer engineering. However, these students in the Computer specialization will not have the necessary CS background to be deemed as full-fledged Computer Engineers.
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| Q : I
would like to enquire about the course of Bachelor of Engineering (Computer
Engineering). Is this course under the Faculty of Engineering or under
the School of Computing?
A : It is a joint degree programme. You get the best of both faculties.
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| Q : I
got A for my Mathematics C and C for my Physics. Is it possible for me
to pursue this course? I have no computing knowledge and do not have any
Further Mathematics background. Can I catch up with the rest who have knowledge
of these subjects?
A : A candidate who proposes to read Computer Engineering must have good passes in Maths and either Physics or Physical Science at the GCE 'A' level examination. You will have to compete with the students who apply to Computer Engineering.
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| Q : What
is the difference between Computer Engineering and Bachelor of Computing??
A : The Computer Engineering program is a distinct engineering degree programme with a set of EE & CS modules that are necessary for Computer Engineers. The School of Computing offers three undergraduate major programmes in Computing:-
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| Q : What
credentials will I graduate with if I enrol in the Computer Engineering
course? Is it an engineering degree?
A : Yes, it is an engineering degree. You will graduate with a B.Eng (Computer Engineering).
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| Q : Is
it a multi-disciplinary degree program? Does it provide me with essential
skills to branch out into other areas later on in my career?
A : It can be considered as a multi-disciplinary degree program because it covers both computer science and electrical engineering. There are also a few modules in business and human resource management, for engineers electing to be future technopreneurs. However, being a major programme in the university, you need to study modules that develop your engineering skills. So, if you want to branch to some completely different area such as business and law, you need to further your study by enrolling into study programmes such as MBA.
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| Q : What
are the minor programs available for this degree?
A : Management Information System and Computational Finance.
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| Q : Does
it have a "Masters" year (e.g. during the 5th year) besides the Accelerated
Master Program?
A : When you go for postgraduate studies, you will either join the EE department or the Computer Science department where Masters courses are available. There is no 5th year.
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| Q : Is
it advisable for someone without any computer background save for using
normal home PCs to take up the course? What kind of qualities should a
prospective student posess (e.g. being able to understand abstract concepts
and is good at Maths, flair for language or other subjects)?
A : Computing is not a requirement for admission though it will be advantageous in the first 2 semesters if you are proficient in computer programming. Not to worry, as there will be help from your lecturers, tutors and friends.
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| Q : Why
is it that many people say this is a very difficult course? In what ways
is it so? So far, have there been any case of dropouts because of not being
able to cope?
A : Preferably, you should be interested in this course and are willing to work hard. As in all courses, there is the occasional transfer when the student feels that he cannot cope or is not interested in the course anymore.
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| Q : What
can we expect about the nature of the course?
A : It's a course with 50% hardware and the other 50% software. Hardware refers to the electrical engineering aspects while the software covers the computer science perspective of the course.
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| Q : Is
there any additional fees to the course ,besides tuition fees?
A : It is the same as other courses.
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| Q : Does
the selection process of students take into account whether he has done
Further Maths or Computing in the 'A' levels?
A : A candidate who proposes to read Computer Engineering must have good passes in Maths and either Physics or Physical Science at the GCE 'A' level examination. You will have to compete with the students who apply to Comp Engineering.
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| Q : I
am interested in this course. However, I am not confident in managing the
course after considering the modules to be read. I had taken Computing,
Physics and Maths C in my A' levels and obtained B, C and A respectively.
I had difficulties in Computer Syllabus such as data structures and algorithms.
I am interested in the hardware components but I had problems in Electronics.
Should I opt for the course? What are the chances being admitted and what
is the percentage of female students in the current batch?
A : When there are difficulties, that's where you will learn new things. There will be difficulties along the way. You will have to make your choice wisely and study a course you enjoy and have interest in.
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| Q : I
would like to inquire whether this course is a direct Honours course upon
4 years of completion?
A : Yes, it is a direct Honours course. However, if a student has not satisfied the degree requirements, he or she may not graduate with an Honours degree.
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| Q : I
heard that the intake for Computer Engineering at NUS is only about 80
students. Is it true?
A : About 80-100 students.
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| Q : I
can't make up my mind whether to take up computer engineering at NTU OR
NUS. So, which do you think is better?
A : To make your choice, I suggest you check out the webpages of both universities : http://www.nus.edu.sg and http://www.ntu.edu.sg Some of the things to look out for are the curriculum content of the programme, the quality of the teaching staff and facilities.
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| Q : Will
the choices I made affect my chances to go to a course? (E.g. I put Computer
Engineering as first choice. Will I stand a better choice than putting
Computer Engineering as fifth choice?)
A : No worries, just apply according to your preference. If you are not selected for admission on any of your other top choices, I don't think your results can make it to Computer Engineering either. But if your results are good, you'll probably get into one of your 4 choices. Since the intake to the Computer Engineering course is relatively small to other Engineering disciplines, competition for places are intense.
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| Q : I
am a final year student in Chemical Engineering. Are there any exemptions
for modules under Computer Engineering if I take it up? These include :-
electronics I & II, economics, law and management, sociology, math
A & B, technical communication, human resource management, accounting.
A : From your query, we gather that you would like to pursue this degree after graduation from the Chemical Engineering programme. You may apply first and we will work out the exemption upon accepting your application.
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