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Bachelor of Computing (Information Systems)
National University of Singapore
Course Overview
NUS School of Computing is ranked #5 globally for Computer Science and Information Systems in QS World Rankings by Subject — Asia's #1 computing school. The 4-year Honours Bachelor of Computing (Information Systems) blends computer science fundamentals (algorithms, databases, software engineering) with business analytics, enterprise systems, fintech, and digital strategy. Students complete a 6-month industry attachment (paid internship at firms like Google Singapore, Shopee, Grab, Stripe, DBS, Standard Chartered, GIC) plus a Final Year Project. NUS Information Systems graduates are the top recruits at Singapore's fintech and Big Tech APAC offices.
Sri Lankan applicants — particularly Mathematics / Computer Science / Information Technology A-Level students from leading Colombo schools — choose NUS Information Systems for the unmatched APAC tech-industry pipeline (Google, Meta, Amazon, Stripe, Shopee, Grab, GIC, DBS), the SGD-pegged fees materially lower than UK / US equivalents, and Singapore's clearly defined Employment Pass and PR pathway. NUS Computing graduates' median starting salary is the highest in Asia at SGD 5,500-7,500/month.
Entry Requirements
Academic
- check_circle A Level: A*AA-AAA with Mathematics required (A grade minimum); Computer Science / Physics helpful but not mandatory.
- check_circle IB Diploma: 38-42 points with HL Mathematics AA 6+.
- check_circle Sri Lankan local A Level: 3 As in the Maths / Science / IT stream — competitive cohort.
- check_circle Personal statement covering programming experience, projects, hackathons, awards.
- check_circle Interview for some applicants (online for international candidates).
English Proficiency
- check_circle IELTS Academic: 6.5 Overall (min 6.5 in each band).
- check_circle TOEFL iBT: 92 Overall.
- check_circle Sri Lankan A Level applicants with A/B in General English Language often accepted without IELTS.
- check_circle Waived if your secondary schooling was in English-medium for the last 4 years.
Estimated Cost of Study
| Expense Category | Amount (SGD) | Approx. LKR |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per year, post-MOE Tuition Grant) | SGD 41,000 | Rs. 9,840,000 |
| Living Expenses (per year, Singapore) | SGD 12,000 | Rs. 2,880,000 |
| Student Pass & Insurance | SGD 200 | Rs. 48,000 |
| Total Year 1 Investment | SGD 53,200 | Rs. 12,768,000 |
*LKR conversion based on current bank rates. Subject to change.
Career Outcomes & PR
Eligible for the Singapore Employment Pass (1 year post-study work search). Top hirers: Google Singapore, Meta, Amazon, Stripe, Shopee, Grab, GIC, Temasek, DBS, Standard Chartered, plus management consulting (McKinsey, BCG, Bain). PR pathway via Skills-Based Permanent Resident framework. NUS Computing starting salary: SGD 5,500-7,500/month (SGD 66,000-90,000/year). Sri Lankan returnees command senior Tech Lead / Engineering Manager posts at Sri Lankan tech firms (WSO2, Calcey, 99x, Virtusa) plus internationally.
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