Last Updated: 23 Feb 2026
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Earth Systems Science and Public Policy and Global Affairs
This Second Major programme equips Environmental Engineering students with entrepreneurship competency and broadens their understanding of enterprise and innovation. Students are required to participate in the Experiential Programme and the 20-week Overseas Entrepreneurship Programme (OEP) or a 20-week local Professional Internship with start-ups or venture capital firms.
National University of Singapore
Asian School of the Environment
Course type: Full-time
Course duration: 4 years (Direct Honours)
- Applicants who are selected will be interviewed.
Course details
| Field of study | Sciences |
| Track/Specialisation | This course offers the following tracks or specialisation:
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| Certification offered | Bacherlor of Science in Environmental Earth Systems Science and Public Policy and Global Affairs |
Minimum entry requirement
You must meet the following entry requirements for the course application:
| Qualification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| A-Level | |
| Polytechnic Diploma | |
| International Baccalaureate Diploma | |
| NUS High School Diploma | |
| International and other qualifications |
Internship
| Internship duration | 10 weeks compulsory internship with company in the business industry related to degree |
| Internship timeframe | Year 3 or Year 4 |
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. Check NTU's website for information on programme eligibility and application.
Career prospects
You Can Explore the Following Career Options Upon Graduation:
- Government Roles - Planning, Policy, and Management
- Foreign and Domestic Policy
- Science Communications
- Environmental Consulting
- Environmental Media and Journalism
- Academic Research
- Education
- Non-Government Organisations
- Graduates From This Double Major Program Will Also Have the Unique Opportunity To Choose Careers With Employers Bridging Science, Business and Policy:
- Reinsurance Companies, Who Rely On A Balance of Earth Science Data and Policy Intuition To Help Assess Long-Term Risk.
- International Governance
Use resources and interactive tools that are available on MySkillsFuture Portal to explore various education and career pathways.
Graduate employment outcomes
Refer to the complete Graduate Employment Survey (GES) report 2024 for more information.
How to register
Direct Admissions with NUS
You may register here.