MS in Singapore for Indian Students - Universities, Colleges, Fees 2026, Deadlines

MS in Singapore: Universities in Singapore offer high-quality education that is comparable to other reputed destinations, such as the US. Because of the high-quality education, strong economic base, and high living standards, Singapore is becoming a preferred destination for higher education. The country houses some of the biggest banks, financial firms, and research-driven organizations. According to Glassdoor, the average annual salary of a student who pursues an MS in Singapore is nearly SGD 72,000.

MS in Singapore Highlights

Head	Details
Total Number of Universities Offering MS in Singapore	Approx. 12 Universities
MS in Singapore (1st Year Average of 12 Universities)	INR 21 Lakhs
Top Specializations	Computer Science, Computer Control & Automation, Cyber Security, Digital Marketing, Information Technology etc.
Exams Required	Formal Schooling, Graduation, GRE/ GMAT, English-language proficiency test scores of TOEFL, IELTS, or PTE

Top 10 Universities for MS in Singapore

The table given below provides the top 10 universities in Singapore that offer MS courses in various disciplines. Their first-year tuition fee has also been provided:

University	Tuition Fee (1st Year)
National University of Singapore	SGD 48,000
Nanyang Technological University	SGD 40,400
Singapore Management University	SGD 21,400
London School of Business and Finance	SGD 18,000
PSB Academy	SGD 24,075
Singapore Institute of Management	SGD 34,240
James Cook University	SGD 38,520
Amity Global Institute	SGD 18,888

(Source: studyabroad.shiksha.com)

MS in Singapore Top Specializations

Students who wish to pursue MS in Singapore can choose from a wide range of specializations. Some of the specializations and disciplines are given below in the table:

Computer Science	Computer Control & Automation	Computing
Cyber Security	Digital Marketing	Data Science
Computing and Information System	Integrated Circuit Design	Software Engineering
Technology Management	Engineering Management	Nursing

MS in Singapore Cost

The cost of pursuing MS in Singapore depends on a number of factors such as your university tuition fee, location, lifestyle, travel arrangements, and other miscellaneous charges such as clothing, stationery, etc. We have provided an average tuition fee and average living costs. However, a student must note that the living costs will depend on his/her lifestyle and location.

• Average Tuition Fee (1st Year) based on an average of 12 universities is INR 21 Lakhs
• Average Living Cost for 1 year stands at INR 3.62 Lakh

(Source: studyabroad.shiksha.com)

MS in Singapore Student Visa

If you wish to pursue MS in Singapore, you will have to apply for a student visa. The applications for the Singapore student visa are submitted through the Student’s Pass On-Line Application & Registration (SOLAR) system on the Immigration and the Check Point Authority (ICA) - Singapore portal. The processing time is usually between 2-4 months. A processing fee of SGD 30 is levied. In addition, a SGD 60 fee is levied when the formality of issuance of the Student's Pass at ICA has been completed.

MS in Singapore Eligibility

Requirements and eligibility criteria for pursuing MS in Singapore are given below:

• X and XII formal schooling
• Undergraduate Degree Transcripts
• GRE or GMAT test scores
• English Language Proficiency scores 
• Resume
• Letters of Recommendation
• Statement of Purpose

Work Permit after MS in Singapore

If you wish to stay back in Singapore after your MS course, you have to apply for a Post-Study Work Permit. Students, who receive their degree from a listed Institutes of Higher Learning (IHL), can receive a long-term Visit Pass (LTVP). The validity of LTVP is for up to 2 years.

MS in Singapore Scholarships

Students, who wish to pursue MS in Singapore, can apply for various scholarships. Some of the scholarships offered are given as follows:

• Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship: 
• Jared J. Davis Grant
• QS Undergraduate Scholarship
• Golden Key Graduate Scholar Award
• Ravi Sanakaran Inlaks Fellowship Programme (Masters)

MS in Singapore Jobs and Salaries

Job profile and industry, after pursuing MS in Singapore, depends on the course major. Some of the courses and their average annual salaries have been provided in the table. Data has been sourced from Payscale.

Course	Annual Salary Range
Master of Technology Management	SGD 53,000 – SGD 225,000
Master of Mechanical Engineering	SGD 20,000 – SGD 150,000
Master of Public Policy	SGD 56,000 – SGD 187,000
Master of Public Health	SGD 4,000 – SGD 248,000
Master of Engineering Management	SGD 36,000 – SGD 191,000

MS in Singapore Top Recruiters

Students who pursue MS in Singapore get placed in top multinational companies across various sectors on the basis of their majors. Some of the top recruiters, who hire students with a MS degree in Singapore, are given below in the table:

PepsiCo	MAEK Consulting Pte. Ltd.	Arrowcrest Technologies Pte. Ltd.
Ding Sheng Engineering Pte. Ltd.	Procter & Gamble	Anradus Pte. Ltd.
Spiralytics	Micron	Blue Skyline Construction Development Pte. Ltd.
Cheng Ji Builder Pte. Ltd.	CYTECH Engineering Pte. Ltd.	Titansoft Pte. Ltd.
Teknor Apex Company	MacDermid Alpha Electronic Solutions	MSD
OSI Asia	EA Recruitment Pte. Ltd.	MaxLinear Inc.
Oil States International	RCY Pte. Ltd.	Amaris

Q. What is the scope of pursuing MS in Singapore?

A. Students who pursue MS in Singapore can get placed in various roles such as those of Public Policy Manager, Technology Manager, etc. The average annual salary stands nearly SGD 72,000. In addition to this, Singapore’s education system has high quality and offers globally recognized degrees. The economic base of the country is strong and there are good opportunities in research and development. All these factors make Singapore an attractive destination for pursuing academics and work.

Q. Can you name top universities that offer MS in Singapore?

A. National University of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore Management University, London School of Business and Finance, PSB Academy, Singapore Institute of Management, etc. are some of the top universities in Singapore that offer MS courses.

Q. Can you name some recruiters that hire students who have pursuing MS in Singapore?

A. Spiralytics, PepsiCo, Micron, EA Recruitment Pte. Ltd., Amaris, MSD, Applied Materials, etc. are some of the recruiters that recruit students with MS degree in Singapore.

Q. What are the admission requirements for MS in Singapore?

A. To pursue MS in Singapore, students need to fulfill certain basic requirements such as formal schooling, graduation, GRE/ GMAT scores (as per university requirements), IELTS/ TOEFL/ PTE scores, etc. In addition, students need to provide supporting documents such as resume, letters of recommendation, statement of purpose, etc.

Q. What is the overall cost of pursuing MS in Singapore?

A. The average 1st year tuition fee for MS in Singapore is nearly INR 21 Lakhs. Average 1-year living expenses amount to nearly INR 4 Lakhs. In order to reduce your overall expenses, you can choose to apply for a scholarship and/ or part-time work.

Tasneem Hoda10-01-2025 12:31