The Temasek Defence Systems Institute (TDSI) at NUS is excited to launch our new Joint Master of Science in Defence Systems Engineering and Technology – an initiative that builds on the steadfast and longstanding partnership between TDSI and the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) in the United States. This new academic track is designed to develop and equip defence professionals with cross-disciplinary knowledge and competencies to face evolving challenges of the dynamic defence environment.

Witnessing the signing ceremony between NUS and NPS at the launch of this new Joint Master’s Degree on 23 July 2025 were Minister for Defence Mr Chan Chun Sing, MINDEF Permanent Secretary (Defence Development) Mr Melvyn Ong, TDSI Board Chairman and Chief Defence Scientist Mr Tan Peng Yam, and Dean of NUS College of Design and Engineering Professor Teo Kie Leong. Signing the Terms of Refence were NUS President Professor Tan Eng Chye and NPS President Vice Admiral Ann E. Rondeau.

At the event, Mr Chan spoke about the significance of the trusted partnership between NUS, TDSI and NPS which has cemented collaborations between the Singapore and US defence establishments. Mr Chan added that he hopes this longstanding partnership will continue to develop many more leaders in the defence and technology fields, while nurturing officers with system-level perspectives to address complexities in the ever-changing world.

Today’s momentous milestone celebrates the shared commitment between NUS and NPS in shaping future generations of defence professionals and leaders to be academically grounded, strategically agile, and operationally relevant.

Please visit TDSI website for more information on the new Joint Master of Science in Defence Systems Engineering and Technology.

Please visit NPS website to read about this significant event as well – https://nps.edu/-/singapore-us-strengthen-defense-ties-with-launch-of-new-joint-masters-degree-at-nps