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WELCOME TO NANYANG TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY (NTU
We take this opportunity to welcome you to NTU and
wish you a successful and happy stay here.
This guide has been compiled to help you through most
of the formalities and procedures both before and after
your arrival. You will find information ranging from the
important immigration regulations to student life at NTU.
We have included in this guidebook the contact details
of the many services which are available to support you
throughout your stay.
If you have any unanswered questions after reading
through this guidebook, please contact the International
Student Centre at [email protected] for further
information.
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MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR OF STUDENTS
Welcome to Nanyang Technological University (NTU), and thank you for making us your partner in this knowledge
gaining journey. We have no doubt that your experience in NTU will be one of significant personal growth and
discovery.
Here at NTU, you will experience the thrills of engaging intellectual giants and of meeting talented and dynamic
students from about 80 countries around the globe. Find time to engage others and reserve some time to find
yourself.
Helping you to complete this journey at NTU will be the International Student Centre. Its programmes will pave the
way for you to adjust to the local environment and forge friendships that open doors to new cultures and a vista o
fresh ideas and perspectives.
Welcome to an exciting new world of learning and discovery!
Assoc Prof Lok Tat Seng
Director of Students
Nanyang Technological University
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION .............................................................4
About Nanyang Technological University ..................4
Travelling within Campus ...........................................5
About International Student Centre ...........................6
BEFORE LEAVING HOME .............................................8
ARRIVAL .........................................................................9
How to Get to NTU ....................................................11
Check-In to Your Accommodation .............................12
Register with ISC ......................................................12
Matriculation ..............................................................12
Bank Account ............................................................12 Network and Windows Live Accounts .......................13
Update Your Particulars .............................................13
Mobile Phone ............................................................13
Orientations and Welcome Events ............................13
A Vibrant Student Life................................................13
IMMIGRATION ................................................................15
Students Pass...........................................................15
Medical Examination .................................................16
Overstaying ...............................................................16
Social Visit Pass
(For Spouses and Children of
Full-Time Graduate Students) ...................................16
Useful Contacts .........................................................16
HOUSING ........................................................................18
On-Campus Undergraduate Housing ........................18
On-Campus Graduate Housing .................................19
Short-Term Housing ..................................................22
Off-Campus Housing.................................................22
HEALTH, WELLNESS AND INSURANCE......................26
General Medical Care ...............................................26
Medical Emergencies ................................................27
Academic Counselling ...............................................28
Pastoral Care ............................................................28
Counselling ...............................................................28
Stay Healthy ..............................................................29
Insurance ..................................................................29
EMERGENCY HOTLINES ..............................................32
Who to Call ................................................................32
ACADEMIC CALENDAR AND UNIVERSITY HOLIDAYS ......34
2013-2014 Academic Calendar (Undergraduate) .....34
2013-2014 Academic Calendar (Graduate) ..............35
University Holidays ....................................................36
Academic Services ...................................................36
YOUR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT ...............................38
e-learning and Mobile Learning ................................38
IT Services ................................................................38
Computer Ownership Scheme ..................................38
Computing Facilities and Learning Spaces ...............38
NTU Libraries ............................................................39
STUDENT LIFE @ NTU ..................................................41
Student Organisations...............................................41
Sports and Games ....................................................41
Meals on Campus .....................................................42
Postal, Banking and Retail ........................................42
MANAGING FINANCE ....................................................44
Estimated Living Costs ..............................................44
Money Management Tips ..........................................44
Financial Assistance .................................................44
Part-Time Employment..............................................44
ABOUT SINGAPORE .....................................................46
Experience Singapore ...............................................47
Travelling within Singapore ........................................51
All information provided is correct at the time of print. For the latest update, please refer to www.ntu.edu.sg/isc.All amounts listed are in Singapore dollars.All images of Singapore are courtesy of Singapore Tourism Board.
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INTRODUCTION
Young and research-intensive, Nanyang Technological
University (NTU) is one of the fastest-rising universities
in the world with globally acknowledged strengths in
science and engineering.
The university has roots that go back to 1955 when
Nanyang University was set up. Today, NTU has five
colleges, including one that focuses on interdisciplinary
graduate research, and a new medical school, Lee
Kong Chian School of Medicine, set up jointly with
Imperial College London.
NTU provides a high-quality global education to
more than 33,500 undergraduate and postgraduate
students. The student body includes top scholars and
international olympiad medallists from the region andbeyond.
Hailing from more than 70 countries, the universitys
3,800-strong teaching and research staff bring dynamic
international perspectives and years of solid industry
experience.
About Nanyang Technological University
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College of Engineering
School of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering School of Computer Engineering
School of Civil and Environmental Engineering
School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
School of Materials Science and Engineering
School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
College of Humanities, Arts & Social
Sciences
School of Art, Design and Media
School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Wee Kim Wee School of Communication &
Information
College of Science
School of Biological Sciences
School of Physical & Mathematical Sciences
Interdisciplinary Graduate School
Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine
Autonomous Institutes
Earth Observatory of Singapore
National Institute of Education
S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies
Singapore Centre on Environmental Life Sciences
Engineering
Travelling within Campus
Internal Shuttle Bus
Get the internal shuttle bus arrival information at your
fingertips at http://campusbus.ntu.edu.sg/ntubus. The
movement of the buses on different routes can also be
viewed real-time on the map. You may even view the
number plate and speed of the individual bus. You can
also download a free iPhone application Traversity that
tracks internal shuttle bus services at NTU.
Public Bus Service
Public bus services 179, 179A and 199 ply the Yunnan
Garden campus in addition to the NTU shuttle bus
service. Visit www.ntu.edu.sg/sao/OurServices/Pages/
Transportation.aspxfor more details.
Campus map
The new interactive Campus Map enables you to locate
lecture theatres, tutorial rooms, buildings and landmarks
on campus, and find directions between places easily.
You may also print the map or send a friend an email with
information on a location or direction. Google street view
and internal shuttle bus routes are also integrated in the
map. Best of all, it works on your mobile device too! Visit
http://maps.ntu.edu.sg/mapsto get interactive directions
now!
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Service and Information
The International Student Centre (ISC) and the
Student Affairs Office offer a full range of services
and programmes to foster student success,global perspectives, intercultural awareness and
international goodwill. We assist international
students with:
Pre-arrival Information
Application for a Students Pass
Enquiries on Immigration
Insurance
Pastoral Care
Help during a Crisis
Enquiries on Part-Time Employment
Events and Activities
The centre promotes cross-cultural understanding
and interaction. All students at NTU are welcome to
attend ISCs events and activities, which include:
Orientations
Campus Tours
Coffee Sessions
Community Service Work
Cultural Tours and Outings
Festive Open Houses
Host Family Programmes
Luncheons
Pre-Graduation Seminars
Growth, Embracement and Learn (G.E.L)
Programme
Contact ISC
Need assistance? You can approach ISC via phone call
email or personally. We are located at the temporary
office behind Student Services Centre building.
Mailing Address
International Student Centre (ISC)
Nanyang Technological University
42, Nanyang Avenue
Student Services Centre Level 6
Singapore 639815
Telephone Number
(65) 6790 6823 (during office hours)
(65) 9721 8066 (24-hour crisis line)
(This number should be used strictly for emergencies
only.)
Office Hours
Monday to Thursday: 8.30am to 5.45pmFriday: 8.30am to 5.15pm
Weekends and Public Holidays: Closed
Locate Us
Visit http://maps.ntu.edu.sg/maps#q:internationalstudents centreto locate ISC on the mapORVisit us at the temporary office behind StudenServices Centre building
About International Student Centre
INTRODUCTION
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BEFORELEAVING
HOME
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Accept the Offer of Admission by stipulated deadline
Apply for an Entry Visa (if applicable) to enter Singapore(Please refer to www.ica.gov.sg)
Apply for a Students Pass(Please refer to Students Pass section)
Make housing arrangement(Please refer to Housing section)
Make travel arrangement to Singapore
Pack your belongings
A print-out of eForm16 and duly signed by you
Colour passport-sized photographs, including digital copies
Original letter of Admission from NTU
Original copies of educational certificates, examination results and other
documents submitted in support of your application for admission
Cash of at least $3,000 for initial expenses (excluding tuition fees and rental)
Funds to place a deposit and pay housing rental upon arrival
Prescribed medication
Personal items such as toiletries, towel, bed linen, pillow cases, alarm clock,
adapter, etc
Clothes and footwear, including a light jacket for air-conditioned venues such as
the Library
Formal wear for interviews or important functions
Notebook if you are not purchasing one in Singapore (Singapore is using 230V for
electricity)
Make sure these items are with you for clearance at the Singapore Checkpoint
Your passport with at least six-month validity from the commencement of your course
Your plane, train or bus ticket
A print-out of your In-Principle Approval (IPA) letter
A print-out of your Letter of Admission
Use this checklist to prepare for your stay in Singapore.
BEFORE LEAVING HOME
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ARRIVAL
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Know how to get to NTU
Check-in to your accommodation
Register with ISC
Complete registration procedures
Been briefed on how to complete the Students Pass formalities
Undergo a medical examination at the NTU Medical Centre for students on morethan 6 months study programme(Please refer to Medical Examination section)
Complete the Students Pass formalities and collect your Students Pass(Please refer to Students Pass section)
Complete all matriculation procedures
Open a bank account if your study duration is more than 6 months
Purchase a Singapore mobile number (optional)
Activate your network and Windows Live accounts
Access StudentLink (undergraduates) or GSLink (graduate students) atwww.ntu.edu.sg to update your particulars and contact details
Attend orientation, welcome events and ISC activities
Join a student club or society and plug into NTUs vibrant student life (optional)
You will be busy for the first few weeks at NTU! Use this checklist to settle down.
ARRIVAL
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NTU is located in the west of Singapore in an areacalled Jurong. Changi Airport is located in the east ofSingapore.
Singapore has an efficient, safe and affordable publictransport system. You can take a taxi, Mass RapidTransit (MRT) train or bus to campus. If you are travellingto Singapore for the first time and have luggage withyou, we recommend you to take a taxi.
For more information on the public transportation
in Singapore, please refer to the Travelling within
Singapore section.
Taxi
You can board a taxi at the taxi bays outside the ArrivalHall at the airport, at taxi stand or anywhere safe alongpublic roads in Singapore. Inform the driver the addressof your destination. If you are travelling to NTU, requestthe driver to take the Pan Island Expressway (PIE). The
journey will take about 45 minutes and cost about $45(including the peak hour and midnight surcharge). To
know more about the surcharges imposed by the taxicompanies, please visit the individual taxi websites.
MRT and Bus
Should you decide to travel by MRT train and busfrom the airport to campus, take a train from ChangiAirport MRT station on the East-West line to one of thefollowing stations and then board the bus.
Boon Lay MRT station: Take the public bus 179 or
199 from Boon Lay Bus Interchange located insideJurong Point Shopping Mall which is next to thestation
Pioneer MRT station: Take the NTU-Pioneer shuttlebus directly outside the station
The journey to campus by MRT train and bus willtake about two to three hours. Please take note thatMRT trains and public buses do not operate betweenmidnight and 5.30am daily.
For a map of MRT stations in Singapore, please visit
www.ntu.edu.sg/AboutNTU/visitingntu/Pages/location.aspx.
How to Get to NTU
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Register with ISC
After you have settled down in your accommodation,register with ISC during office hours to completethe registration procedures and be briefed on theprocedures to complete the Students Pass formalities.
Matriculation
Matriculation refers to the process of registering as astudent of the university. After you have completed amatriculation procedures, NTU will issue you with amatriculation card identifying you as its student.
Collection of Room Key Undergraduate / Exchange
Students
Graduate Students
During Office Hours
Monday to Thursday:
8.30am to 5.45pm
Friday: 8.30am to 5.15pmWeekend and Public Holidays:
Closed
Check-in at the Hall Office of yourallocated Hall of Residence
HAS will advise you on thecollection of your room keys
After Office Hours Students are to make their ownaccommodation arrangement
Students are to make their ownaccommodation arrangement
Name of Bank Website Local Telephone Number
Development Bank of Singapore (DBS) www.dbs.com 1800 111 1111
Overseas-Chinese Banking Corporation(OCBC) www.ocbc.com.sg 1800 438 3333
POSBank www.dbs.com/posb 1800 339 6666
United Overseas Bank Ltd (UOB) www.uob.com.sg (65) 6790 1185
Bank Account
For students whose study period is 6 months or more,you may choose to open an account with the bank ofyour choice in Singapore. The banks offer a wide rangeof services and have different types of saving accounts.
The OCBC bank has a branch on campus at the NorthSpine at Block N2.1. Some other banks are located neaNTU at Jurong Point Shopping Mall. Please contact thebanks or visit their website to know their requirement foopening and maintaining an account.
To open a bank account, you will need: Your passport Your Students Pass Your Singapore address
Note: During registration period, OCBC NTU campusallows applicant to use Letter of Admission from NTUinstead of Students Pass to open a bank account.
Check-In to Your Accommodation
If you have applied for and been offered a place incampus housing, please ensure that you have providedyour arrival details online. You will receive furtherinformation from the Ofce of Housing & AuxiliaryServices (HAS) on the collection of your room key.
Please take note that there are separate arrangemenfor undergraduate, graduate and exchange students.
For further enquiries on accommodation mattersplease contact HAS.
ARRIVAL
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Network and Windows Live Accounts
Your network account will give you access to the NTUnetwork (Intranet portal iNTU https://intu.ntu.edu.sg), e-services (StudentLink, GS Link), e-learning(edveNTUre), library databases and campus computers.You will receive the details upon registration.
Your Windows Live account will give you access toemail and a suite of Windows Live e-services at http://home.live.com. This account can be kept for life.
Update Your Particulars
Please access StudentLink (undergraduate) or GSLink(graduate students) to update your particulars andcontact details.
Mobile Phone
If you wish to sign up for a mobile phone line, you may doso at the nearest mall or convenience store. Singaporehas 3 telecommunication companies. Please visit theirwebsite to know more about their plans and rates.
M1 www.m1.com.sg
SingTel www.singtel.com.sg
StarHub www.starhub.com
Orientations and Welcome Events
The Freshmen Welcome Ceremonies, orientations,campus and laboratory tours, and welcome eventsorganised by ISC, schools and halls of residenceprovide new students with useful information on studentservices and campus life. They are also great occasionsto interact with fellow students and widen your socialnetwork.
A Vibrant Student Life
Immerse into NTUs vibrant student life with more than100 student organisations with diverse interests from
astronomy to sports to music. Please visit www.ntu.edu.sg/campuslife/clubsfor more details.
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IMMIGRATION
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IMMIGRATION
Students Pass
All international students who have been accepted by
NTU as full-time matriculated or registered students
are required to hold a valid Students Pass issued by
the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) of
Singapore.
Application for Students Pass
New application for Students Pass must be submittedat least 1 month and not more than 2 months before
the commencement of the course. The application
must be submitted through the Students Pass Online
Application and Registration (SOLAR) system which is
accessible through ICA website at www.ica.gov.sg.
International students who had pursued pre-university
studies in Singapore need to produce their Students
Pass if these have not been returned to ICA.
You may wish to email ISC should you have furtherenquiry on Students Pass application.
Application Fees and Charges
Processing Fee (online payment
through credit/debit card upon
submission of eForm16)
$30
Issuance Fee $60
Multiple-Entry Visa fee (for required
nationals)
$30
Note:
A replacement fee of $60 will be imposed if the
Students Pass is lost or stolen.
An additional $30 processing fee will be imposed for
amendments made to eForm16 after submission.
Cancellation of Students Pass
Please surrender your Students Pass to ICA for
cancellation within 7 days from the date you complete
or terminate your full-time studies, go on leave ofabsence or convert to part-time studies. Please visit
www.ica.gov.sgfor more information.
Back of Students Pass Front of Students Pass
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Useful Contacts
Ministry in-charge of
Students Pass
Immigration & Check-
points Authority (ICA)
Address: ICA Building
10 Kallang Road
Singapore 208718
Location: Next to Lavender MRT station
Telephone Number: (65) 6391 6100 (24-hour ICA
call centre)
Website: www.ica.gov.sg
Ministry in-charge ofTemporary Employment
Pass and Work Holiday
Pass
Ministry of Manpower(MOM)
Address: The Riverwalk20 Upper Circular Road
#04-01/02
Singapore 058416
Location: Nearest MRT station: Clarke
Quay MRT station
Telephone Number: (65) 6438 5122
Website: www.mom.gov.sg
Medical Examination
The offer of admission to NTU that you have receivedis conditional upon the issuance of a Students Pass by
ICA. If the period of your studies at NTU is 6 months or
more, you are required to pass a medical examination
conducted at the NTU Medical Centre before you can
be issued this Pass. The examination will include tests
for the Human Immuno-deficiency Virus (HIV) and
Tuberculosis.
Upon satisfactory completion of the medical
examination, the NTU Medical Centre will issue you
a medical report which you need to submit with yourStudents Pass application. Should you fail the medical
examination, you will be denied admission and must
return home at your own expense.
Appointment for Medical Examination
All international students will receive instruction on how
to complete the medical examination when they report
to ISC upon their arrival at NTU.
Overstaying
Overstaying is a punishable offence under theImmigration Act. You need to note the expiry date o
your Social Visit Pass or Students Pass and apply fo
an extension at least a month before the expiry.
Social Visit Pass (For Spouses andChildren of Full-Time GraduateStudents)
Applying for an Entry Visa
If your spouse and children require an Entry Visa to
visit Singapore, they may apply for one at a Singapore
embassy in your home country.
Extending the Social Visit Pass
You may approach ISC for a letter of support to extend
the Social Visit Pass of your spouse and children
Please visit www.ntu.edu.sg/iscfor more details.
IMMIGRATION
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HOUSING
HOUSING
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HOUSING
On-Campus Housing Office-In-Charge
Undergraduate Housing
Halls of Residence 1 to 16
Student Housing
Ofce of Housing & Auxiliary Services
Student Services Centre
Level 5
www.ntu.edu.sg/has
Graduate Housing
Graduate Hall 1
Graduate Hall 2
Hall of Residence Room Rates
(Per Person Per Month)
Room Type
1, 2, 4 to 7 $210 Twin-sharing
8 to 15 $235 Twin-sharing and air-conditioned*
3 and 16 $240 Twin-sharing and air-conditioned*
NTU has 16 halls of residence that are home to some
9,200 undergraduates. This community forms a large
family unit, actively engaging in a range of cultural,
social and sporting activities. With these many levelsof interaction, networking has never been easier. As
many seniors would attest, living in a hall of residence
presents a unique experience that would leave one with
fond memories long after graduation.
The 16 halls offer similar styled accommodation. All
halls are co-ed by floor or wing. Each hall has communal
facilities like television rooms, air-conditioned reading
rooms, kitchenettes and laundry rooms with coin-operated
washing machines and dryers, and offers single and
double occupancy rooms. All rooms are fully furnished
and have internet access.
Double rooms are shared by residents of the same
gender. With the exception of Halls 1 and 2, which
offer shared shower and toilets, all halls have gender
specific communal showers and toilets. Meals are no
provided by the halls but residents have access to a
wide range of meals at the many canteens, cafes and
other eateries on campus.
How and When to Apply
All new full-time international undergraduates who
apply by the stipulated deadline are assured of housing
in one of the halls of residence. You may apply online for
housing after you have accepted the offer of admission
online. Please refer to the Admissions Handbook for
Freshmen for details.
On-Campus Undergraduate Housing
Rental Rates (with effect from 1 August 2013)
Note: *Air-conditioned room operates on prepaid card or pay-as-you-use system.
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Application Deadlines
On-Campus Graduate Housing
On-campus graduate housing is available at 2 locations
on campus - Graduate Hall 1 and Graduate Hall 2. As
demand for housing greatly exceeds supply, only full-
time graduate students may apply for graduate housing
with new students on research programmes given
priority. Successful applicants may stay for a maximum
period of one academic year.
Meals are not provided but residents have easy access
to a wide range of meals at the many canteens, cafes
and other eateries on campus.
If you have children, please seek off-campus housing
with amenities that meet the needs of families.
Local A Level and
Polytechnic Students
International Students
Apply from 3 June 2013 3 June 2013
Deadline 8 July 2013 8 July 2013
Outcome Available 19 July 2013 19 July 2013
Visit www.ntu.edu.sg/has/Undergraduate for details on:
Application
Room details
Room assignment
Rules and regulations
Housing for Undergraduate Exchange Students
Undergraduate exchange students will receive information on applying for accommodation in a hall of residence
with NTUs offer of admission. Applications must be submitted online prior to arrival.
Double room in Hall of Residence 16 Reading room
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Location Room Rates
(Per Person Per Month)
Room Type Bathroom
Graduate Hall 1 $420
$310 per person
$620 per room
Single Room
Double Room
Spouse Room
Attached
Graduate Hall 2 `$480
`$370 per person
$1,000 - $1,100 per married couple
Single Room
Double Room
Apartment bedroom
Attached
Common/Attached
Rental Rates
Note: `Rates do not include the use of the air-conditioner.
Residents are provided with a single bed, wardrobe,
desk, fan and internet connection. Rents include the
use of furnishings, and utilities such as electricity, water
and internet usage. Additional charges apply for the use
of the air-conditioner (calculated based on usage) and
for the consumption of electricity from the use of othe
electrical items, for e.g., a mini refrigerator.
Graduate Hall
Nanyang Valley
Double room in Graduate Hall
HOUSING
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Application Deadlines
Apply Online for Graduate Housing
Note the following before you apply online:
You must accept NTUs offer of admission before
you can apply for housing
Use only Internet Explorer (do not use any other
web browser, for e.g., Mozilla and Netscape)
Use the same application number assigned to you
when you applied for admission
You will receive an acknowledgement of your
application and the outcome by email. You are
advised to check your emails, including your junk
folder regularly
If you are successful in your application, but fail to
check in within five days of the stipulated check-in
date, your room will be allocated to the next person
on the waiting list
Arrange for short-term housing if you are arriving
before the given check-in date
If you are unsuccessful in your application, please
arrange off-campus housing before you arrive in
Singapore
Semester 1 Semester 2
Opening From 02 May 2013, 9.00am Singapore Time November*
Closing Date 12 June 2013, 4.30pm Singapore Time End November*
Outcome Available Early July Mid December*
Check-In 11 July 2013 onwards January*
Note: *The deadline for Semester 2 is not confirmed. For confirmed dates, please visit www.ntu.edu.sg/hasor
email HAS.
Accept Offer of Admission
Apply online for Graduate Housing at http://www.ntu.edu.sg/has/Graduate/Pages/PG_On-campusHousing.
aspx. You will receive the outcome via email.
If you are successful in your application, confirm
your acceptance online within 5 days of receiving
the offer and provide your arrival details at the link
stated in our email.
Please collect your room keys from the Office of
Housing & Auxiliary Services (HAS).
During check-in,
Sign the rental agreement
Pay the application fee, a deposit of 1 months rental and the rental for the rst quarter/half-year
If you are unsuccessful in your application, please
arrange off-campus housing before you arrive in
Singapore.
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Rooms/Apartments Offered by Homeowners
Residential housing in Singapore can be broadly
divided into two categories - private and public.
Private housing refers to privately-developed landed
property and apartments that may come with
condominium facilities such as swimming pools and
tennis courts.
Public housing is developed by the Housing and
Development Board (HDB) and consists of apartment
or flats. Rooms in HDB housing are cheaper to rent i
general.
Short-Term Housing
Please arrange for short-term housing if you are
arriving in Singapore before your check-in date. Your
options include the on-campus Nanyang Executive
Centre or a hotel. Visit www.ntu.edu.sg/nec/Pages/
default.aspxand www.yoursingapore.comfor rates and
other related information.
Off-Campus Housing
Students living off-campus should begin their search for housing well in advance of their departure for Singapore
Neighbourhoods near NTU include Jurong West, Boon Lay and Jurong East. Your options include rooms o
apartments offered by homeowners and privately-run student hostels.
Nanyang Executive Centre
HDB flats
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Student Hostels
The following privately-run student hostels are relatively near NTU and amenities such as supermarkets and foodcentres. Do contact the hostels for their rates and to check the availability of rooms. Surf the internet for information
on other hostels near NTU.
Factors to Consider when Shortlisting Off-
Campus Housing
You may wish to consider the following factors when
you are shortlisting the off-campus housing.
Budget
Proximity to NTU, MRT stations and bus-stops
Amenities
Size of the room or apartment
Whether it is furnished
Single versus shared occupancy
Duration of lease
Before you rent a room off campus, use the How2Go
public transport journey planner at www.transitlink.com.
sgto learn how long it will take to commute to NTU.
Please contact the Ofce of Housing & Auxiliary
Services should you need any advice on renting a
place off-campus.
Rents for HDB Housing
Visit the website of Housing and Development Board
(HDB) at www.hdb.gov.sg for the median rents of HDB
flats by town and flat type. These statistics serve as a
useful guide. Check what the rent includes before you
enter into any agreement e.g., electricity, water, gas
and furnishings.
yo:HA @ Jurong
www.yoha.com.sg
Tel : (65) 6560 7122
Scholars Residence @ Yuan Ching
www.scholarsresidence.com
Tel : (65) 9181 9928
/ (65) 9669 7573
Email : [email protected]
Student Hostel @ Jurong West
Tel : (65) 6795 8864
Mobile : (65) 9129 3688
Email :[email protected]
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The Tenancy Agreement
The tenancy agreement is a legal agreement designed to
protect the rights of the tenant and landlord by setting out
all the terms and conditions of the rental arrangement.
Check your rights and responsibilities before signing
any tenancy agreement and related documents. Get
promises for repairs and improvements in writing before
you enter into any agreement and place a deposit. Keep
a receipt for any payment made with a description ofwhat it is for and whether it is refundable.
A sample tenancy agreement is available at the website
of the Consumers Association of Singapore (www.case.
org.sg/downloads/buffet/model_tenancy.pdf).
Commission
Before you view any piece of property, check wheth
a real estate agent is involved and whether you ne
to pay a commission should you decide to rent t
property. Before you hand over any commission, che
these websites to make sure he or she is a register
property agent.
Institute of Estate Agents - www.iea.sg Council for Estate Agencies - www.cea.gov.sg
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HEALTH,
WELLNESS
INSURANCEAND
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HEALTH, WELLNESS AND INSURANCE
General Medical Care
NTU Medical Centre
The Medical Centre on campus is operated by
Fullerton Healthcare Group. Medical and dental
services provided include general outpatient treatment,
laboratory investigation and minor surgery. The centre
also provides before and after travel medical advice and
immunisation. You can locate the centre at the South
Spine, beside the Lee Kong Chian Lecture Theatre.
Clinics Near Campus
There are several clinics, such as follows, that are neaNTU. You may wish to visit http://www.singhealth.com.sg
PatientCare/GP/Pages/Home.aspxfor a comprehensive
list of clinics in Singapore.
Central Clinic & Surgery
Healthway Medical Group
Address
NTU Medical Centre
1 Nanyang Avenue, SS3-B2-15Singapore 639798
Telephone Number
(65) 6793 6974 / (65) 6793 6828
Operating Hours
Monday
to Thursday:
8.30am to 1.00pm
(last registration at 12pm)
2.00pm to 5.30pm
(last registration at 4.30pm)
Friday:
8.30am to 1.00pm(last registration at 12pm)
2.00pm to 5.00pm
(last registration at 4.00pm)
Saturday:9.30am to 12.30pm
(last registration at 11.30am)
Sunday and
Public Holidays:Closed
Address
Blk 690 Jurong West Central 1, #01-193
Singapore 640690
Telephone Number
(65) 6792 1812 / (65) 6791 5719
Operating Hours
Monday
to Friday:
8.30am to 12.30pm
2.00pm to 6.00pm
7.00pm to 12.00am
Saturday:8.30am to 12.30pm
7.00pm to 12.00am
Sunday andPublic Holidays:
8.30am to 12.30pm7.00pm to 11.00pm
Address
Blk 450 Clementi Ave 3, #01-291Singapore 120450
Telephone Number(65) 6773 2925
Operating Hours
24 hours daily
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Silver Cross 24 Hr Clinic
As the information above is subject to change, it is
important that you call the clinics to verify their operating
hours, charges and location before visiting them.
Please note that visits to private clinics are subjected to
your own expenses and non-reimbursable.
Pharmacies Near Campus
These are the pharmacies which are near NTU.
Guardian Pharmacy
Watsons Your Personal Store
Medical Emergencies
In a medical emergency and for medical care beyondwhat a general practitioner can provide, please visit a
hospital. The National University Hospital (NUH) is the
nearest hospital to NTU.
Seeking Reimbursement for Hospitalisation
Eligible students may seek a reimbursement under
the Group Hospitalisation and Surgical Insurance
(GHSI) scheme for the hospitalisation fee incurred in
Singapore government/restructured hospitals. The
insurance company will review and determine the
reimbursed amount based on the schemes terms andconditions. For more information on GHSI, please refer
to Insurance section.
Seeking Reimbursement for Outpatient
Specialist Care
Eligible students are covered up to $500 per policy year
for treatment by a specialist (including diagnostic tests
such as x-rays and scans) or A&E department (strictly
for accidents and emergencies only) in Singapore
government/restructured hospitals. The coverage is
subject to the terms and conditions of the GHSI. For
more information on GHSI, please refer to Insurance
section.
Important: Outpatient specialist care will only be
reimbursed if the specialist whom you are seeking
treatment from is referred by the NTU Medical Centre
or the A&E department of a government/restructured
hospital.
Address
502 Jurong West Ave 1, #01-803
Singapore 640502
Telephone Number
(65) 6899 2141
Operating Hours
Monday to Sunday
(including Public
Holidays)
8.00am to 12.00am
Telephone Number
(65) 6779 5555 (24-hr main line)
(65) 6772 5000 (24-hr emergency department)
Email Address
Website
www.nuh.com.sg
Location
Jurong Point Shopping Mall
1 Jurong West Central 2 #B1-27/28 (JP2)
Singapore 648886
Location
Jurong Point Shopping Mall
1 Jurong West Central 2 #B1-12/13/14
Singapore 648886
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Locate ISC
Visit us at the temporary office behind Student
Services Centre building
Telephone Number
(65) 6790 6823 (during office hours)
(65) 9721 8066 (24-hour crisis line)
(This number should be used strictly for emergencies
only.)
Singapore Government/Restructured Hospitals Website
Alexandra Hospital www.alexhosp.com.sg
Changi General Hospital www.cgh.com.sg
Institute of Mental Health www.imh.com.sg
Khoo Teck Puat Hospital www.ktph.com.sg
KK Womens and Childrens Hospital www.kkh.com.sg
National University Hospital www.nuh.com.sg
Singapore General Hospital www.sgh.com.sg
Tan Tock Seng Hospital www.ttsh.com.sg
Academic Counselling
If you are unable to cope with your studies, please seek
help from your lecturer, tutor or the Assistant Chair of
Students at your school.
Pastoral Care
Being away from home can be an especially lonely
experience when you fall ill or are hospitalised. Do
contact ISC should you need any assistance.
Counselling
Professional Counselling
The Student Wellbeing Centre provides help and
guidance to students with personal issues or challenges
Its team of registered counsellors are experienced in
helping students from various backgrounds and with a
wide range of issues.
If the personal issues or challenges you are facing areaffecting your quality of life in the areas of your health
relationships, daily activities, academic performance o
eating and sleeping patterns, please seek professiona
counselling.
Should you have troubled thoughts or behaviour such as
self-harm or harming others, please seek professiona
counselling or medical help.
To make an appointment to see a professional counsellor
please call (65) 6790 4462 during office hours. You mayalso email the Centre at [email protected]
sg. The Centre is located at Student Services Centre
Level 5. Consultations are free of charge for students
and held in confidence.
After office hours, please call the ISC crisis line a
(65) 9721 8066, Campus Security at (65) 6790 4777
or approach your Hall Fellow if you live in a hall o
residence.
For a list of Singapore Government/Restructured Hospitals and Specialist Clinics, please refer to the table as follows
HEALTH, WELLNESS AND INSURANCE
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Additional Insurance Coverage for Overseas Travel
All students are strongly advised to have adequate insurance coverage when travelling overseas for internshipsconferences, exchange, study programmes, etc. The GHSI scheme does not provide adequate coverage fo
overseas travels.
Please refer to the table as follows for a summary of the insurance scheme.
Note:
Full-time international undergraduates who require hospitalisation and/or surgery as a result of an accident
should first claim under the GPAI scheme.
Information on the GHSI and GPAI is subject to changes.
Insurance Scheme Insurance Coverage Administered By Eligibility
Group Hospitalisation
and Surgical Insurance
www.ntughsi.com.sg
Accidental death,
hospitalisation and surgery
as a result of illness
(including mental illness),
and accidental bodily
injury
International Student
Centre
Full-Time International
Students, Singapore
Permanent Resident
Group Personal Accident
Insurance
www.ntu.edu.sg/Students/
Undergraduate/Student-
Services/HealthAndCoun-
selling/MedicalInsuranc-
eSchemes/Pages/GPAI.
aspx
Death, permanent
disability and medical
costs arising from an
accident
Student Affairs Office Undergraduates
Full-time Graduate
students may opt for
this insurance
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Emergency Hotlines
Please make sure that you have saved these numbers in your mobile phone. They will come in handy in an
emergency. For more crisis helplines, please visit www.ntu.edu.sg/studentwellbeing.
Emergency Party Telephone Number
Police 999 (24-hour)
Ambulance 995 (24-hour)
NTU Student Wellbeing Centre 6790 4462
NTU Medical Centre 6793 6828
NTU Fault Reporting Centre and Campus Security 6790 4777 (24-hour)
International Student Centre (ISC) Crisis Line 9721 8066 (24-hour)
Who to Call
Scenarios Procedures
Medical Emergencies During office hours: Call NTU Medical Centre
After office hours: Call Campus Security/Hall Fellow
Emotional Distress/Suicidal
Tendencies
During office hours: Call Student Wellbeing Centre
After office hours: Call ISC crisis line, Campus Security/Hall Fellow
Road Accidents Call Police, Ambulance and Campus Security
Crime Call Police and Campus Security
Missing Persons Call ISC crisis line
Fire Call Campus Security
Rowdy Behaviour Call Campus Security
Lift Breakdown/Power Blackouts/Burst Pipes
Call NTU Fault Reporting Centre
24-Hour Campus Security
Our campus is patrolled round-the-clock on a daily basis by a team of security officers. Complementing these
patrols are CCTV and security access control systems. A low crime rate, however, does not mean that there is no
crime so please guard your safety and belongings.
Fire drills and emergency evacuation procedures are in place for students security and safety.
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ACADEMICCALENDAR
HOLIDAYAND UNIVERSITY
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2013-2014 Academic Calendar (Undergraduate)
Academic Year 2013-14 From To
Semester 1 05-Aug-13 06-Dec-13
Orientation Week 05-Aug-13 09-Aug-13
Teaching Weeks 12-Aug-13 27-Sep-13
Recess Week 30-Sep-13 04-Oct-13
Teaching Weeks 07-Oct-13 15-Nov-13
Revision and Examination 18-Nov-13 06-Dec-13
Semester 1 Vacation 09-Dec-13 10-Jan-14
Semester 2 13-Jan-14 09-May-14
Teaching Weeks 13-Jan-14 28-Feb-14
Recess Week 03-Mar-14 07-Mar-14
Teaching Weeks 10-Mar-14 18-Apr-14
Revision and Examination 21-Apr-14 09-May-14
Semester 2 Vacation 12-May-14 01-Aug-14
Special Term I 12-May-14 20-Jun-14
Teaching Weeks 12-May-14 13-Jun-14
Revision & Examination 16-Jun-14 20-Jun-14
Special Term II 23-Jun-14 01-Aug-14
Teaching Weeks 23-Jun-14 25-Jul-14
Revision & Examination 28-Jul-14 01-Aug-14
Events Date
Convocation 2013 25-Jul-13 to 1-Aug-13
Qualifying English Test 2-Aug-13
Freshmen Welcome Ceremony 5-Aug-13 to 6-Aug-13
Union Day/Academic Council Meeting 29-Aug-13
Celebrate NTU! 11-Mar-14
For the full calendar and details, please visit www.ntu.edu.sg/Students/Undergraduate/AcademicServices
AcademicCalendar/Pages/2013-14.aspx.
ACADEMIC CALENDAR AND UNIVERSITY HOLIDAYS
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2013-2014 Academic Calendar (Graduate)
Academic Year 2013-14
(Indicative Only)From To
SEMESTER 1 05 August 2013 12 January 2014
Teaching Weeks 12 August 2013 29 September 2013
Recess Week 30 September 2013 06 October 2013
Teaching Weeks 07 October 2013 17 November 2013
Revision & Examination 18 November 2013 08 December 2013
Semester 1 Vacation 09 December 2013 12 January 2014
SEMESTER 2 13 January 2014 03 August 2014
Teaching Weeks 13 January 2014 02 March 2014
Recess Week 03 March 2014 09 March 2014
Teaching Weeks 10 March 2014 20 April 2014
Revision and Examination 21 April 2014 11 May 2014
Semester 2 Vacation 12 May 2014 03 August 2014
Graduate programmes do not follow a common calendar. For the calendar of your programme, please visit http://
www.ntu.edu.sg/Students/Graduate/AcademicServices/Documents/Academic%20Calendar%202013%20-%20
2014.pdf.
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University Holidays
The university is closed during public holidays in Singapore. If the public holidays fall on a Saturday, there will be
no classes on the following Monday.
2013 and 2014 Public Holidays
For a list of public holidays in 2013 and 2014, please refer to the table as follows.
Hari Raya Puasa 8 August 2013, Thursday
National Day 9 August 2013, Friday
Hari Raya Haji 15 October 2013, Tuesday
Deepavali 2 November 2013, Saturday
Christmas Day 25 December 2013, Wednesday
New Years Day 1 January 2014, Wednesday
Chinese New Year31 January 2014, Friday
1 February 2014, Saturday
Good Friday 18 April 2014, Friday
Labour Day 1 May 2014, Thursday
Vesak Day 13 May 2014, Tuesday
Academic Services
Please refer to the respective websites for information on:
The Academic Unity System
Curriculum Structure
Examinations Course Registration
Other Academic Services
Undergraduate students
www.ntu.edu.sg/Students/Undergraduate/AcademicServices/Pages/default.aspx
Graduate students
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YOUR LEARNINGENVIRONMENT
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e-learning and Mobile Learning
e-learning and mobile learning are key features of
NTUs learning environment.
edveNTUre - NTUs e-learning platform for anytime,
anywhere learning - allows you to view course
content, watch online videos of lectures, turn in your
assignments, participate in an online tutorial and much
more.
Blackboard Mobile Learn, a free app for smartphones
and tablets, gives you on-the-go access to
announcements, your class roster, group discussionsand even your grades using your iPad, iPhone,
Blackberry or android device.
The Centre for Excellence in Learning and Teaching
(CELT) manages NTUs e-learning environment. For
more information about the different e-learning tools
used in NTU, like Clickers, LAMS, eUreka, Turnitin,
BBConnect, AcuStudio and etc, please visit https://
edventure.ntu.edu.sg. For more information about
CELT, please visit www.ntu.edu.sg/celt.
IT Services
NTU students enjoy state-of-the-art IT infrastructure
and services. Each matriculated student is given a
lifelong Windows Live account and a network account
which enable free access to:
a high-speed wired and wireless campus network,
including remote access
e-services such as course registration, examination
matters and e-billing e-learning and library resources
online storage and sharing of personal documents,
blogs and web pages
live video webcasts of interesting seminars and
events on campus
the interactive campus map, internal shuttle bus
information and virtual tour, via web or mobile
platform
subscription to NTU mailing lists and e-newsletters
The department managing NTUs IT environment is the
Centre for IT Services (CITS). Please visit www.ntu
edu.sg/citsto learn more.
Computer Ownership Scheme
Each new student is advised to have a notebook
computer for more effective learning. Students will find
that notebooks are useful tools for formal lessons and
coursework anytime and anywhere.
Before you purchase a computer, refer to the preferentia
prices that students enjoy with some vendors under an
arrangement with NTU. Please see http://www3.ntuedu.sg/CITS2/computerdeals/compcategory.htm.
For information on the NTU Student Persona
Computer Loan scheme administered by the
Office of Admissions and Financial Aid for full-time
undergraduates, please visit http://admissions.ntu.edu
sg/UndergraduateAdmissions/FinancialAssistance
Pages/PCLoan.aspx.
Computing Facilities and Learning
Spaces
Computing facilities and learning spaces are available
throughout campus in schools, libraries and the halls o
residence. One such state-of-the-art learning space is
the Learning Pod @ South Spine. This creative learning
space provides:
discussion rooms with LCD screens and glass
writing boards
an open learning space with comfortable and
configurable furniture tables with a exible power outlet and security ba
for laptop users
pay-per-use printing service
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NTU Libraries
NTU libraries provide students with access to rich
information resources, collaborative learning spaces
and research assistance. There are 7 libraries, all open
to every student.
Art, Design and Media Library (ART-01-03): Print
and multimedia collections
Asian Communication Resource Centre
(WKWSCI-01-18): Communication and Information
Studies collections
Business Library (N2-B2b-07): Business collection
and media services Chinese Library (S3.2-85-01): Chinese collection
Humanities and Social Sciences Library (S4-B3c):
Humanities and Social/Sciences collections
Lee Wee Nam Library (NS3-03-01): Engineering
and Science collections
Wang Gungwu Library (CHC-02) : Overseas
Chinese collection
For more information and access to resources, visit
www.ntu.edu.sg/library.
Practice your presentation in the
recording room at Lee Wee Nam Library
Smart classroom
Learning Pod @South Spine
Lee Wee Nam Library
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STUDENT LIFE @ NTU
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Student Organisations
Cultural performances, sporting events and many
recreational pursuits enliven student life throughout
the year. With more than 100 student organisations
dedicated to diverse interests from astronomy to
ballroom dancing to current affairs and community
work, there is bound to be one that will catch your
fancy. Search www.ntu.edu.sg/campuslife/clubs/Pages/
Clubssocieties.aspxto know more.
Sports and Games
Keen on sports? Whether you are a recreational or
a competitive athlete, there are programmes and
activities that will suit you. You are welcome to make
use of the sporting and recreational facilities at the
Sports and Recreation Centre. Visit www.ntu.edu.sg/
campuslife/SportsAndRecreation/Pages/default.aspx
to learn more.
Adventure/Water Sports
Canoeing
Dragon Boat
Lifeguard Corps
Mountaineering
Outdoor Adventure
Scuba Diving
Swimming
Wakeboarding
Windsurng
Water Polo
Yachting
Ball Games
Basketball
Floorball
Handball
Netball
Volleyball
Field Sports
Cricket
Hockey
Rugby
Soccer
Softball
Touch Football
Mind Games
Chinese Chess
Contact Bridge
International Chess
Weiqi
Martial Arts
Aikido
Judo
Shitoryu Karate
Silat
Taekwondo
Other Sports
Air Rie
Aquathlon
Archery
Bowling
Canoe Polo
Cheerleading
Fencing
Golf
Inline Skating
Runners Club
Snooker and Pool
Track and Field
Ultimate Frisbee
STUDENT LIFE @ NTU
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Meals on Campus
The NTU canteens, cafes and restaurants offer a wide
variety of food. A meal in the canteen costs an average
of $4 but is subject to your food preference. Please visit
http://www.ntu.edu.sg/campuslife/Pages/Food.aspx for
a list of the canteens, cafes and restaurants.
Postal, Banking and Retail
There are various amenities that can be found on-cam
pus. For an updated list of facilities, please visit http:/
www.ntu.edu.sg/CampusLife/Pages/RetailPostalAnd
Banking.aspx.
STUDENT LIFE @ NTU
Postal Facilities Location
SAM Machines North Spine, Level 1, outside Cheers
South Spine, Level B3
NIE Canteen, Level 2
Banking Facilities Location
OCBC Bank (NTU Branch) North Spine, Level 1, near N2.1
OCBC ATM South Spine, Level B3
Near Canteen 2
Citibank ATM North Spine, Level 1, near N2.1
POSB ATM North Spine, Level 1, near N2.1
South Spine, Level B3
Canteen 2State Bank of India ATM North Spine, Level 1, near N2.1
UOB ATM North Spine, Level 1, near N2.1
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Supermarkets Location
Giant Supermarket IMM Shopping Centre,
2 Jurong East Street 21 Singapore 609601
Pioneer Mall,
Blk 638 Jurong West Street 61 #03-01
Singapore 640638
NTUC Fairprice Extra (24-hour) Jurong Point Shopping Mall,
63 Jurong West Central 3 #03-01 Singapore 648331
Prime Supermarket Blk 763 Jurong West Street 75 #01-01
Singapore 640763
Blk 962 Jurong West Street 91 #01-300
Singapore 640962
Sheng Shiong Supermarket Blk 544 Jurong West Street 42 #01-97/99
Singapore 640544
3 Yuan Ching Road #01-01A/02 Singapore 618642
7 Jurong West Avenue 5 #01-01/08
Singapore 649486
Retail Outlets Location
Campus Book Centre NIE 4-B1-10Eight Flags Computer Systems & Supplies South Spine, Level B3
Nanyang Hair Corner Next to Canteen 2
Giant Supermarket Next to Canteen 2
7-Eleven Convenience Store Near Canteen 2
Cheers Convenience Store North Spine, Level 1, near N2.1
Yunnan Bookstore South Spine, S4-B5A-01
Other Facilities Location
AXS (Prepaid card top-up, bill payment and other
transactions)
Blk N2.1
South Spine, Level B3
Photo-Me (Instant photo taking) Blk N2.1
South Spine, Level B3
For a list of supermarkets that are near to NTU campus, please refer to the table as follows.
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Estimated Living Costs
Item Estimated Monthly Expenses#
On-Campus Undergraduate Housing
On-Campus Graduate Housing
$195 - $330*
$310 - $1,100*
Meals $300 - $400
Personal Expenses $200 - $400#
Transport for Travel within Singapore $100
Textbooks and Course Materials $200 - $500 per academic year
Note:
*Varies with room type and subject to revision
#Varies according to lifestyle
Money Management Tips
The Student Wellbeing Centre has valuable tips on
money management at their website. Please visit www.
ntu.edu.sg/studentwellbeing to know more about the
tips.
Financial Assistance
Need financial help? Loans are available for students
in need. Learn more about financial assistance
schemes from the information provided in the
admissions package or from http://www.ntu.edu.sg/
Freshmen/FreshmenGuide/FinancialMatters/Pages/
FinancialAssistanceSchemes.aspx.
Part-Time Employment
The ISC does not recommend that international
students rely on part-time work as a source of funds.
Doing so is very risky as part-time work may not be
available when needed nor will it provide sufficient
funds to sustain your stay. Students who wish to take
up part-time work for the experience should note the
following:
Part-Time Jobs outside Campus
Prior approval from the university is required fo
matriculated international students to work part
time. Undergraduates should contact the Studen
Affairs Office while graduate students should
contact the ISC. A fresh application is required fo
each job. Scholarship holders require the additiona
approval of their sponsors.
Full-time matriculated international undergraduate
and graduate students may work a maximum of 16
hours a week during term time and full-time during
the vacation.
Part-Time Jobs on Campus under Work Study
Scheme (undergraduates only)
Undergraduates working part-time on campus may
work a maximum of 14 hours a week during term
time and nine hours a day or 44 hours a week during
the vacation. Prior approval from the university isnot required.
International students on exchange or in non
graduating programmes may not engage in any part
time work in Singapore. For more information, please
visit http://www.ntu.edu.sg/isc/ManagingFinances
Pages/ParttimeEmployment.aspx.
MANAGING FINANCE
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ABOUT SINGAPORE
ABOUT SINGAPORE
Know what to do and where to visit to experience
Singapores way of living. Read more about her
transportation system and travel like a local does
in Singapore.
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ABOUT SINGAPORE
Singapore, officially the Republic of Singapore, is a
Southeast Asian city-state off the southern tip of the
Malay Peninsula, 137 kilometres north of the equator. It
is an island country made up of 63 islands, separated
from Malaysia by the Straits of Johor to its north and
from Indonesias Riau Islands by the Singapore Strait
to its south.
She has a land area of about 710 square kilometres,
making her one of the smallest countries in the world
and the smallest in the region hence the moniker
The Little Red Dot. Although small in size, Singapore
commands an enormous presence in the world
today with its free trade economy and highly efficien
workforce. With her strategic location in the region, i
has enabled her to become a central sea port along
major shipping routes.
The current population in Singapore is about five million
with English as the main language of instruction, and a
mother tongue for each major ethnicity. There are fou
major races namely the Chinese (majority), Malay
Indian and Eurasian. Each community offers a differen
perspective of life in Singapore in terms of culture
religion, food and language.
Chinatown
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ChinatownA visit to Chinatown promises fascinating encounters
with local customs and lifestyles.
Kampong GlamExplore the alleys of Kampong Glam for exotic treats
and buys.
Helix BridgeWalk across this architectural marvel and admire the
Singapore skyline.
Little IndiaLittle India fascinates with shops selling everything from
spices to flower garlands.
Orchard Road & Marina Bay Sands
Spend a day in Orchard Road and Marina Bay Sands.
You will understand why Singapore is dubbed a
shoppers paradise.
Clarke Quay/Boat Quay & Marina Bay
Experience Singapore nightlife activities at the club
in these locations. You can also find Avalon, one of
Hollywoods hottest clubs at Marina Bay.
Helix Bridge Singapore skyline
Night Safari Little India
Geylang Serai
Experience Singapore
Being a multi-racial society, Singapore is as diverse as it is cohesive. Beyond the history, culture, people, shopping
and food, there are many more facets to Singapores thriving cityscape for you to discover. These can only be ex-
perienced as you immerse yourself in the exploration of this once fishing village turned cosmopolitan city. To read
more about Singapore, visit www.sgand www.yoursingapore.com.
Old World Charm
If you are interested to discover the old world charm, you can explore and experience the islands key historical
landmarks or memorials. You can embark on a heritage trail to enjoy the sights and sounds at various cultural
precincts, such as the following.
Modern City
If you prefer the bright city lights and being amidst the hustle and bustle, then you will be delighted to know that
there are numerous shopping malls, museums, and dining and entertainment hotspots to choose from.
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Chinatown Complex Market
Blk 335 Smith Street S050335
Located in the heartland of Chinatown. Have a meal
with the locals and explore the shops of Chinatown.
Chomp Chomp Food Centre
20 Kensington Park Road S557269
Located at Serangoon Garden, this hawker has a widevariety of food at a reasonable price.
Golden Mile Food Centre
505 Beach Road S199583
Popular for its wide array of local fare
Holland Village Market and Food Centre
1 Lorong Mambong S277700
Holland Village is popular for its al fresco caf culture
Maxwell Road Hawker Centre1 Kadayanallur Street S069184This centrally-located food centre is packed to the brim
during peak hours.
Old Airport Road Food Centre
Blk 51 Old Airport Road S390051
Tekka Centre
Blk 665 Buffalo Road S210665
Located in the heart of Little India
Clementi Market and Food Centre
Blk 353 Clementi Avenue 2 #01-108 S120353
Surrounded by HDB shops that offer household items
at a bargain price
East Coast Lagoon Food Village
1220 East Coast Parkway S468960
Tuck into scrumptious local fare after cycling o
rollerblading at East Coast Park
Geylang Serai Market and Food Centre
1 Geylang Serai S402001
Sample traditional Malay fare at this market and theeateries in Geylang Serai
Lau Pat Sat Festival Market
18 Raffles Quay S048582
Largest remaining Victorian filigree cast-iron structure
in Southeast Asia built in 1894 and is now a food centre
offering a wide variety of local food
Newton Circus Food Centre
500 Clemenceau Avenue North S229495
Popular with tourists and locals
Peoples Park Cooked Food Centre
Blk 32 New Market Road S050032
A good destination for traditional local fare afte
shopping in Chinatown
Tiong Bahru Market and Food Centre
30 Seng Poh Road S168898
Popular with locals for its wide array of dishes
Food
The other thing that will strike you most about Singapore is its multifarious offering of food regardless day or nightWith a range of dining options from Peranakan to Chinese, Indian to Malay, fusion and more, youll be spoilt fo
choice.
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Esplanade Theatres on the Bay
Engage in the arts at this distinctive landmark.
National Museum of Singapore
93 Stamford Road S178897
Visit its Singapore History and Living Galleries to learn
about Singapore culture and also its 11 National Treasures.
ArtScience Museum at Marina Bay Sands
10 Bayfront Avenue S018956
Chinatown Heritage Centre
48 Pagoda Street S198501
Peranakan Museum
39 Armenian Street S179941
Maritime Experiential Museum and Aquarium
Step back in time and learn about the history of the
ancient maritime trade.
Singapore Discovery Centre
Learn more about Singapore through SDCs fascinating
exhibits.
Asian Civilisations Museum
1 Empress Place S179555
Malay Heritage Centre
85 Sultan Gate S198501
Chingay Parade Singapore
Dragon Boat Festival
Fashion Steps Out @ Orchard
F1 Singapore Grand Prix
Great Singapore Sale
Mosaic Music Festival
National Day Parade and celebrations
Singapore Arts Festival
Singapore Food Festival
Singapore River Festival
Singapore Sun Festival
World Gourmet Summit
ZoukOut
Arts and Culture
Singapore thrives with arts and cultural events. Visit these places to know more.
Community and Sporting Activities
The Peoples Association promotes social cohesion in Singapore through its network of grassroots organisations
and community clubs. Visit www.pa.gov.sg to learn about the activities of the community club near you. ForSingapores sporting calendar, please visit www.ssc.gov.sg.
Events
Besides major holidays, you can look forward to a vibrant calendar of events in Singapore. These are some of the
events that are held in Singapore.
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Nature
National Parks oversees the development of Singapore as a Garden City. Visit www.nparks.gov.sgfor informationon the parks and nature reserves in Singapore as well as information on free nature appreciation walks.
Bukit Timah Nature Reserve
Discover the rich flora and fauna of this reserve as you
climb Bukit Timah Singapores highest hill.
Gardens By The Bay
Spanning 101 hectare, this superpark houses over
a quarter of a million rare plants in huge domed
conservatories.
MacRitchie Reservoir Park
Explore its scenic and tranquil nature trails and go on
a treetop walk.
Labrador Nature Reserve
An oasis of tranquillity and natural wonder. A staircase
built on the edge of the secondary forest offers a
prime view of the cliff side vegetation coupled with a
panoramic view of the sea.
Jurong Central ParkIt is the first in Singapore to have life-sized board-game
features. It is situated across Boon Lay MRT Station.
Mount Faber Park
From this park, you can take a cable car to Sentosa
Island. A mural wall depicting scenes of local history
can be seen at Upper Faber Point, the highest point in
the park.
Youth Olympic Park
The Youth Olympic Park is named after the inaugural
Youth Olympic Games held in Singapore in August
2010. A broadwalk connects the Park to Marina
Promenade.
East Coast Park
A well-loved destination of Singaporeans for barbecues
cycling, rollerblading and water sports.
Jurong Bird Park
The largest bird park and a haven for 8,000 birds
representing species. Visit www.birdpark.com.sg fo
details.
Night Safari
As dusk falls, observe over 1,000 nocturnal animals up
close.
Istana
Fronting the main Istana Gate, Istana Park provides
a vantage point for people keen to view the monthly
changing of guards ceremony at the Istana.
Marina Barrage
Catch the grandeur of the Singapore Flyer and theCentral Business District skyline at this first reservoir in
the heart of the city.
Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve
The Ridges comprise of 9km of green, open spaces
spanning the hills of Mount Faber Park, Telok Blangah
Hill Park and Kent Ridge Park. The main highlights are
the Forest Walk and Canopy Walk.
Sentosa
Fancy a day island hopping? Sentosa has a well-mixed
of activities ranging from the thrilling rides at Universa
Studio and surf at 10-foot FlowBarrel wave, to learn
about Singapores past at several historical landmarks
Visit www.sentosa.com.sgto read more.
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Travelling within Singapore
Travelling within Singapore is a breeze with its advanced
transportation system.
Taxi
Taxis can be flagged down at any time of the day at
a taxi stand and along any public road outside of the
Central Business District (CBD). Alternatively you can
book a taxi with any of the Taxi Company via phone call
where a booking fee is applicable. To know the booking
amount, please check with the individual taxi company.
All taxis in Singapore are metered. The fares must be
charged according to the taxi meter based on the flag
down rate, distance travelled and applicable surcharge
(such as midnight surcharge, peak hour surcharge,
location surcharge and Electronic Road Pricing
charges). Please take note that each taxi company
imposes different surcharge and flag down rate. You
may need to check with the driver or Taxi Company on
the surcharge before boarding the taxi. Should you wish
to retain a receipt, you need to request for it at the end
of the trip. Payment is usually by cash although someTaxi Companies do accept credit cards/NETs payment.
This is a list of phone booking hotlines for the respectiveTaxi Companies.
Common Taxi Booking Number(+65 6-DIAL-CAB)
+65 6342-5222
Comfort & CityCab+65 6552-1111
Premier Taxi
+65 6363-6888
Smart Cab
+65 6485-7777
SMRT Taxi
+65 6555-8888
Trans-Cab Services
+65 6555-3333
Prime Taxi+65 6778-0808
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Bus
Public buses operate from 5.30am to midnight daily andthe frequencies range from 5 minutes to 20 minutes.
The information panels at the bus stops provide useful
route and fare information for the bus services available
at that stop.
The buses pick up and drop off passengers only at
designated bus-stops. You need to flag down the bus
you wish to board at the bus-stop. For all bus trips, you
can pay using exact cash or ez-link card (please refer to
Contactless Smart (CEPAS-Compliant) Cards section).
For more information, please visit www.sbstransit.com.sgor www.smrt.com.sg.
Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) & Light Rapid Transit
(LRT)
Commuters in Singapore enjoy a comprehensive public
transport network similar to other developed cities.
There are also LRT systems that link MRT stations
within the HDB housing estates. Both MRT and LRT
operate from 5.30am to midnight daily. The first and last
train departure times vary between stations, as well asweekends and Public Holidays.
For fare information, you may wish to use the easy-
to-use maps at the MRT ticketing machines. Please
visit www.transitlink.com.sgor www.publictransport.sg
should you wish to know more information on public
transport fares and MRT map.
Queue System
It is an unspoken rule that commuters must queue abus-stops, taxi stands and train stations to board and
alight from buses, taxis and trains. This applies to
service and retail outlets throughout Singapore as wel
Contactless Smart (CEPAS-Compliant) Cards
To ease the need of carrying sufficient cash fo
travelling, you may wish to purchase an ez-link card o
a NETS FlashPay card. These are contactless tap-and
go Smart cards for public transit use on the MRT, LRT
and buses. You can get them from the network of salespoints within most MRT stations and 7-Eleven stores
Please visit www.ezlink.com.sgor www.nets.com.sgfo
more information on the Smart cards.
Changi Airport
Changi Airport is the main airport in Singapore and a
major aviation hub in Southeast Asia. Please visit www
changiairport.com to view the Airport interactive map
and access the guide for arriving passengers.
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