Master of
Defence Technology and Systems
MDTS Programme
Master of Defence Technology and Systems
Why MDTS?
Launched in
2001
Curriculum
A Dual-Master’s of Science degree in 18 months that is designed by NPS, NUS and the Defence Community in Singapore
(T-structure Curriculum)
Value-Add
TDSI Graduates Gain a Competitive Edge in Defence-related Organisations
Programme Structure
The 18-months MDTS programme is divided into two parts:
the Common Curriculum and the Specialised Curriculum.
The Common Curriculum aims to provide students with a broad range of knowledge pertaining to systems engineering and introduction to key defence technologies. Here, the learning emphasis is on systems thinking. It comprises a list of coursework modules to be conducted in NUS within the first 2 quarters of the programme. The students then proceed to NPS, AFIT or Cranfield University where they will embark on the “Integration Project” over the subsequent 2 quarters.
The Specialised Curriculum aims to provide students with in-depth knowledge of a specific field in defence technology. Students are required to choose one of the specialisation tracks available. The Specialised Curriculum comprises another 10 coursework modules and a “Thesis Research”.
Programme Structure
The 18-months MDTS programme is divided into two parts:
the Common Curriculum and the Specialised Curriculum.
The Common Curriculum aims to provide students with a broad range of knowledge pertaining to systems engineering and introduction to key defence technologies. Here, the learning emphasis is on systems thinking. It comprises a list of courses to be conducted in NUS within the first 2 quarters of the programme. The students then proceed to NPS, AFIT or Cranfield University where they will embark on the “Integration Project” over the subsequent 2 quarters.
The Specialised Curriculum aims to provide students with in-depth knowledge of a specific field in defence technology. Students are required to choose one of the specialisation tracks available. The Specialised Curriculum comprises another 10 courses and a “Thesis Research”.
