Why Science@NTU? – School Spotlight: School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences
Still pondering if you should accept that programme offer from NTU College of Science? In this series, we shine a spotlight on the Schools of the College of Science and find out how they present their students with a meaningful and fun learning experience studying Science@NTU! Today, we shall look at the School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences.
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Introducing: SPMS
The School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences is organised into two divisions encompassing the core scientific and mathematical disciplines of Mathematical Sciences and Physics and Applied Physics.
The Division of Physics and Applied Physics carries out education and research in many areas of fundamental and applied physics, including quantum information science, condensed matter physics, complexity science, and photonics.
The Division of Mathematical Sciences covers diverse topics ranging from pure mathematics to the applications of mathematics in cryptography, computing, business optimisation, and finance.
School Programmes
SPMS offers the following undergraduate programmes:
Single Degrees
- Mathematical Sciences
- Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
- Physics / Applied Physics
Minor
- Mathematical Sciences with a Minor in Finance
Second Majors
- Mathematical Sciences with Second Major in Data Analytics *NEW
- Mathematical Sciences with Second Major in Entrepreneurship *NEW
- Mathematical Sciences with Second Major in Sustainability *NEW
- Physics / Applied Physics with Second Major in Data Analytics *NEW
- Physics / Applied Physics with Second Major in Quantum Technologies *NEW
- Physics / Applied Physics with Second Major in Sustainability *NEW
- Applied Physics with Second Major in Entrepreneurship *NEW
- Applied Physics with Second Major in Medical Physics *NEW
- Applied Physics with Second Major in Microelectronics Engineering
Double Majors
- Double Major in Mathematical Sciences and Economics
- Double Major in Mathematical and Computer Sciences
- Double Major in Physics and Mathematical Sciences
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Work-Study Degree Programme
The SPMS Work-Study Degree Programme (WSDeg)* offers on-the-job training experiences during students’ candidature at NTU, in partnership with one of SPMS’s industry-leading company partners. These experiences will enhance students’ readiness for the workplace, giving them an advantage in landing their dream job after graduation.
The programme consists of a sequence of credit-earning internships, culminating in an industry-sponsored WSDeg Final Year Project (FYP). Participating companies include DBS Bank, DSTA, Dyson, Eva Group, GlobalFoundries, Hyperganic, Makino, Manulife, Nordic Group Limited, SAP, ST Electronic Engineering, Schlumberger, Standard Chartered Bank, Swift Solutions, Vertex Holdings, Visa, and Yara International
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Vibrant student life
There’s more to life than just studying! SPMS students have numerous opportunities to enrich their university experience by participating in activities organised by the SPMS Club or Graduate Student Club, including festival celebrations, sporting events, and community events. Incoming freshmen can take part in an Orientation and Transition programme packed with exciting games and activities.
Throughout their time at SPMS, the Student Welfare team is working to ensure that students have all the help you need, both inside and outside the classroom, including counselling and mentoring services. Students can utilize a peer tutoring service in case they need assistance with their coursework. SPMS also provides extensive career planning support, including coaching services, to help students gain an advantage in starting their career after graduation.
Odyssey Research Programme
The Odyssey Research Programme is for the student who is curious about science, thinks deeper, is one who is not daunted by failure, and who understands that questions are more important than the “right” answers. Each year, the Odyssey Research Programme brings approximately 30 undergraduates (known as ‘Odysseyans’ to actively participate in a paid research internship with faculty members of SPMS.
At the end of the 12-week programme, Odysseyans’ research culminates in an Odyssey Research Symposium. Odysseyans will present posters and/or talks describing their work and all members of the SPMS community will be invited. Through the Odyssey Research Programme, Odysseyans get thoroughly immersed into the academic community at SPMS. We hope that this provides lasting and valuable support throughout the Odysseyan’s academic career, to beyond their time at SPMS.
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Exciting career prospects
Physics / Applied Physics graduates are equipped with a flexible skill set allowing them to formulate models and test them against data, use cutting-edge technical equipment, and combine experimental and theoretical methods to tackle open-ended problems. They are thus suitable for a broad range of fulfilling jobs throughout the economy in fields such as:
- Semiconductor and microelectronics
- Information Technology
- Engineering
- Research and Education
- Banking and finance
- Government
An education in Mathematics provides a superb foundation for a wide variety of careers in different areas of the economy. Due to the versatility provided by our degree programmes, our graduates have gone on to leading roles in various fields, including but not limited to the following:
- Finance and Insurance
- Information and Communications
- Public Administration and Defence
- Education and Research
- Advertising and Market Research