How much can you overload NUS?

Overloading. Overloading means that the student has enrolled in more than 23 MCs for a semester.

How many MCs is a semester at NUS?

20 MCs
It will usually take a student about 4 years to complete an Honours programme. To achieve the required credits within 3 or 4 years as indicated above, typically a student would need to complete an average of 20 MCs per semester.

Can I drop modules NUS?

For a module to be dropped, students must go through a 3-steps process: select module to drop, click drop button and finally confirm the drop. Therefore, students have the chance to check the details of the module to drop before the action is being effected.

How do I appeal to drop a NUS module?

Your submitted appeal will appear in the main page of Submit Appeals/Inquiries with the status reflected. Email: [email protected] Hotline: (65) 6516 5860 (Please note that the above hotline is used only during the Module and Tutorial registration period.)

How many modules are in a semester NUS?

Generally, students can do up to a maximum of 20MCs worth of modules (approximately 5 modules) per regular semester, regardless of whether modules are set to audit or examinable.

What modules can be s u NUS?

The S/U option will apply to all Level 1000 modules (with or without pre-requisites) and Level 2000 modules without other NUS modules as pre-requisites, unless otherwise stipulated by the Faculties/Departments.

How do module credits work?

You gain credits for each module you complete during your time at university. A credit is essentially evidence that you successfully achieved all the learning outcomes and requirements of that module, and shows that you should have a good level of understanding of all that was taught.

How many modules can I take per semester at NUS?

5 modules
Generally, students can do up to a maximum of 20MCs worth of modules (approximately 5 modules) per regular semester, regardless of whether modules are set to audit or examinable.

Does W grade affect GPA?

It does not affect the student’s GPA (grade point average). Although students may be reluctant to have a “W” on their transcript, sometimes “W” stands for Wisdom. Withdrawing from one class may make success in other classes manageable and allow your student to end the semester with a strong GPA.

When can I drop a NUS module?

In general, students will be able to drop modules via the [Drop Classes] function before the “F” grade period. A student should approach the module host faculty if he/she has difficulty dropping modules via ModReg@EduRec.

Can I change modules NUS?

Qn: Can I change the modules after I have been accepted to read them at NUS? Yes – For August and January intakes, you can make changes to the modules which have been offered during the Module Registration Exercise. You are required to check your Registration Guide for the stipulated deadlines.

How do NUS modules work?

The NUS modular system combines the rigour and depth of the British university system with the flexibility and breadth of the American system. Under this system, workloads are expressed in terms of Modular Credits (MCs), and academic performance is measured by grade points on a 5-point scale.

How many MCs should I take for year 1 at NUS?

If you are freshman coming into NUS and starting your Year 1 Sem 1. The school reccomends 20MCs, I suggest go for 22/24MCs workload. The reason is because you have grade free semesters policy for your first two sems. S/U is a powerful tool if you know how to play with it.

How common is it to fail 7 modules in one semester?

Ramp it up though: don’t go 7 modules without having done 6, and if you can, put in a module that can be S/Ued in case you discover midway through the semester that you can’t cope. It’ll all be fine. It’s not very common, but not impossible either.

What is the cut-off for NUS CS?

The cut-off for NUS CS in the most recent class is AAA/AA. This means that you have to score 5 A grades out of 6 for the Singapore A level exam – often regarded as one of the most difficult examination in the English-speaking world. For students getting in with normal GPA scale of 4.0, you need to get at least 3.9 to be considered for an interview.

Is it common to double major at NUS?

In NUS, it is uncommon to take up double majors because of the academic rigor to do a single major. However, the reverse occurs in Australia. Almost every Singaporean I met, has done a double major because the system is less rigorous and taking a second major fits well with the timetable.