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In line with the increasing emphasis on research in the areas of Humanities,
Education, Sciences and Physical Education, the National Institute of Education
offers higher degree studies by research leading to the degree of Doctor of
Philosophy.
Candidates reading for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy by research will pursue an independent but supervised research in an approved field of advanced study based on which a thesis not exceeding 80,000 words must be submitted. A PhD thesis written in the Chinese language should not exceed 300,000 Chinese characters. The award of the research degree is based entirely on the work presented in the thesis.
(NB: It is important that all applicants to programmes by research (Masters and PhD) in physical education or sports science should first contact PESS directly to establish feasibility as well as an appropriate research supervisor before submitting their application to NIE. As our faculty is small and our discipline diverse, it is necessary to negotiate a common understanding and supervisor availability. Once nominated, a supervisor will guide the student towards submitting a thorough and well formulated proposal.
This procedure should prevent a futile submission from suitably qualified applicants in the event that no supervisor is available for that discipline or no appropriate proposal has been prepared.)
A rigorous system is used to prepare the candidates into the research phase. In the initial stage of the PhD study, the candidates are required to pass a Qualifying Examination.
(a) Full-time candidates
In the first 12 months of study, the full-time PhD candidates will be required to complete the Qualifying Examination requirements as indicated in (i) and (ii) below:
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Attend classes and pass the examinations of |
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6 graduate level subjects chosen from the University's Master-degree coursework programmes or from approved special topic subjects and |
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obtain an overall average Grade B, and no subject should have a Grade below C+ |
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Submit an in-depth literature review of an approved research topic |
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(b) Part-time candidates
The part-time PhD candidates will be given 24 months to complete the Qualifying Examination requirements as indicated in (i) and (ii) above.
c) Exemption of subjects
Exemption of subjects may be granted by the Dean if the candidate is deemed to have already done sufficient coursework in the relevant area in a graduate level programme at a recognised university. The minimum requirement after allowing for exemptions is 3 subjects for a PhD candidate.
Candidates who are admitted as Research Students in the first instance will have to undergo a Confirmation Exercise in order to be confirmed as a PhD candidate. The exercise will take place about 6 to 12 months after the Qualifying Examination.
For the Confirmation Exercise, the candidates will have to submit a progress report on their research work as well as present and pass a confirmation seminar.
In addition to being examined on the thesis, the candidate must also pass an oral examination on the subject matter of his/her thesis and other related subjects. This is normally conducted at the final stage of the PhD study.
Candidates whose progress, in the opinion of the University, have not been satisfactory may be required by the University at any time to terminate their candidature.
Copies of the NIE research degree theses and dissertations are available from its library. Please click here for more information.
A Bachelor's degree, Master's degree in the relevant areas and the ability to pursue research in the candidate's proposed field of advanced study.
International applicants are also required to comply with the Standard Test Requirements listed below (TOEFL, IELTS, GRE & GATE tests).
Shorlisted applicants will undergo an interview session as part of the selection process.
Research Areas and Standard Test Requirements
Physical Education
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Area of Research |
Standard Test Requirements |
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(i) TOEFL or IELTS* A good TOEFL or IELTS is required for international applicants whose first language is not English. (ii) GRE or GATE* A good GRE score is required for international applicants. In lieu of GRE, applicants from India may use the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) score of at least 90% * Note: Test dates must be within 2 years or less from the date of your application. |
The degree of PhD by research in any of the above fields of study is available on a full-time or part-time basis. The candidature periods are as follows:
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PhD |
24 months |
60 months |
24 months |
84 months |
Fees are reviewed yearly. As and when fees are revised, the new fees will apply to all existing and new students.
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July 2005-June 2006 |
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Singaporean/ |
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Amount (S$) |
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Research Fees per academic year |
4,350 |
4,790 |
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Registration Fee (payable on admission) * |
50 |
50 |
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Student Card Fee (payable on admission) * |
10 |
10 |
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Computer Fee per academic year * |
13 |
13 |
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Examination Fee * |
200 |
200 |
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Amenities Fee * |
12 |
12 |
* Fees shown are exclusive of Goods and Services Tax (GST).
There are 2 intakes a year - in January and July. For more details, please refer to the web page Application for Admission by Research.
Research scholarships are awarded to candidates with outstanding academic records to enable them to pursue PhD studies by research on a full-time basis. For more details, please refer to the web page Research Scholarship.
Please click here to visit NIE website for more information.
For further information, you may write to:
Graduate Programmes and Research Office
National Institute of Education
Nanyang Technological University
1 Nanyang Walk S(637616)
Email: nieadmpp@nie.edu.sg (Administrative Manager - Graduate Programmes)
Or
Contact:
Physical Education
& Sports Science Office
Email:
pess@nie.edu.sg
