Summer Undergraduate Research Opportunities in Science (Summer UROPS) and Summer Undergraduate Research Attachment in Science (Summer URAPS) for Exchange Students

The NUS Faculty of Science offers opportunities for undergraduate students from selected Partner Universities to participate in our Undergraduate Research Opportunities Programme in Science (UROPS) and Undergraduate Research Attachment Programme in Science (URAPS) during the Summer from May till August or July till September. This programme provides students with opportunities to work on research projects they are interested in and under the supervision of our faculty members. Through Summer UROPS, students can gain first-hand experience in research and earn modular credits (MCs).

Programme Highlights

• Conduct cutting-edge research in NUS under supervision of a faculty member in a conducive environment with state-of-the-art laboratory facilities. 
• Present research findings before leaving Singapore, and submit a full research report to project supervisor and examiners for grading after returning to Home University.
• Immerse in the culture of Singapore through trips and tours. Students will get to experience the fascinating culture, cuisine and sights of Singapore and gain insights into our multifaceted and multicultural city. 

Summer UROPS Programme Timeline

After successful completion of the above, students will be awarded 8 MCs with grades reflected on the NUS Official Transcript. The students' home university can independently decide if they wish to allow the transfer of credits and/or grades.

Do note that students who are enrolled in Summer UROPS are to adhere to the programme timeline. For Chang Gung University students, please refer to the programme timeline which will be sent to you via email. 

Summer URAPS Programme Timeline

Do note that students who are enrolled in Summer URAPS will not receive a NUS Official Transcript as he/she will not be assessed by the NUS supervisor/examiners at the end of the research attachment programme. Please check with your Home University if you will be enrolled in Summer UROPS or URAPS.

Application Procedures

Application procedures will be provided to your Home University Study Abroad coordinator. Please approach your Home University for the details.

Accommodation / Housing

Participants of the Summer UROPS or URAPS will be put up at Prince George's Park Residences (PGPR) during the 12 weeks of research. Students cannot move into PGPR earlier than one day before the Orientation Day. Arrangements of room will only be confirmed in early May or end-June.

Student's Pass Application

All international students must hold a valid Student's Pass (SP) issued by the Singapore Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) for their studies at NUS. For more information about the Student Pass Application, please visit http://nus.edu.sg/osa/services/students-pass.html. 

Estimated Costs

Tuition fee will be waived for exchange students, but he/she must pay for the NUS Miscellaneous Student Fees (MSF) which includes:

• Student Services Fee
• Health Service Fee

Do note that if the research period ends within Semester 1 of the following academic year, MSF for Semester 1 shall be payable.

Details of the above fees payable can be found at the Registrar's Office website.

Students may also incur the following expenses during the stay in NUS:

The above constitutes only an estimated/approximate cost of the programme; some of the items would be subject to revisions and where appropriate an additional 7% goods and service tax. These costs are based on an estimate for a reasonably comfortable lifestyle and do not represent the travelling costs as a tourist. The actual amount could be much higher or lower depending on individual spending patterns.