Last Updated: 23 Feb 2026
Double Degree in Bachelor of Engineering (Bioengineering) and Bachelor of Social Sciences in Economics
The curriculum provides in-depth knowledge and competencies in both Engineering and Economics over a 5-year programme duration. Graduates will be equipped with civil engineering know-how with an added capability in economic analysis. A wide array of careers in various sectors awaits.
National University of Singapore
School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology
Course type: Full-time
Course duration: 4 years (Direct Honours)
Course details
| Field of study |
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| Certification offered | Bachelor of Engineering (Bioengineering) and Bachelor of Social Sciences in Economics |
Minimum entry requirement
You must meet the following entry requirements for the course application:
| Qualification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| A-Level | |
| Polytechnic Diploma | |
| International Baccalaureate Diploma |
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| NUS High School Diploma |
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| International and other qualifications |
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Internship
| Internship duration | 20 weeks |
| Internship timeframe | Year 3 Semester 2 |
Professional internship is compulsory.
Overseas exposure programme
The duration is about 4-8 weeks (short term) or 6 months (long term) depending on the programme and it is non-compulsory. There are 2 types of programmes: Overseas Entrepreneurship Programme (OEP) and GEM Explorer programme. https://www.ntu.edu.sg/ntupreneur/programmes/undergraduate-programmes/OEP
https://www.ntu.edu.sg/education/student-exchanges/exchange-programmes/gem-explorer
Career prospects
You Can Explore the Following Career Options Upon Graduation:
- Biomedical Instrumentation
- Biomaterials
- Biotechnology
- Drug Discoveries
- Medical Devices
- Pharmaceutical/bio-Pharmaceuticals
- Regulatory Affairs
- Semiconductor
- Start Ups
- Trading and Finance Related Jobs in Relevant Industries
How to register
Direct Admissions with NUS
You may register here.