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CN Yang Scholars Programme

2 CN Yang Scholars Programme

The CN Yang Scholars Programme is a premier undergraduate programme at

Nanyang Technological University for science and engineering students. The programme is named in honour of Professor CN Yang, Nobel Laureate in Physics (1957) and one of the greatest scientists of our era.

The programme is designed for exceptional students with a deep passion for science, to prepare them well for the high-technology world of the 21st century.

It shares the same philosophy as the Caltech Core Curriculum and the MIT General Institute Requirements in providing a strong and broad foundation in the basics of science and mathematics so as to empower the student to delve deeper into any discipline in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, and to develop an interest in forefront research.

INFINITE POSSIBILITIESFor top students with a deep passion in Science and Technology

CN Yang Scholars Programme 3

Year 1Semester 1:• Introductory Biology• Principles of Modern Chemistry• Calculus of One Variable• Mechanics• Physics Lab I or Fundamental Techniques of Experimental Chemistry and Biological Chemistry• Courses in chosen discipline

Year 2Semester 1:• Linear Algebra and Differential Equations• Waves and Quantum Mechanics• Courses in chosen discipline

Semester 2:• Calculus of Several Variables• Electromagnetism and Relativity• CN Yang Scholars Programme Undergraduate Research Experience• Courses in chosen discipline

Semester 2 onwards:• Courses in chosen discipline

THE ULTIMATEScience and Technology Experience


Aerospace EngineeringBioengineeringBiological SciencesChemical and Biomolecular EngineeringChemistry and Biological ChemistryCivil EngineeringComputer EngineeringComputer Science

Electrical and Electronic EngineeringEnvironmental EngineeringMaterials EngineeringMathematical SciencesMathematics and EconomicsMechanical EngineeringPhysics and Applied PhysicsPhysics with Mathematical Sciences Major

OFFER FOR STUDIESin any of the following courses:

Enrolment is limited to no more than 50 students per academic year.

Upon completion of the CN Yang Scholars Programme, the student will be awarded a special certificate.


SCHOLARSHIPS and Other Highlights

The Nanyang Scholarships will be awarded to successful local applicants• Tuition fee directly payable by students (after Tuition Grant)• Living allowance of $6,000 per annum• Accommodation allowance up to $2,000 per annum (for scholars who reside in NTU hostels only)• Book allowance of $500 per annum• Computer allowance of $1,500 (One-off)• Settling-in allowance of $250 (One-off)

Selected international students will be awarded one of the following scholarships• Nanyang Scholarship (for all nationalities) • ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship (for Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents of ASEAN countries except Singapore)• SembCorp Undergraduate Scholarship (for Citizens of Indonesia)• SIA-NOL Undergraduate Scholarship (for Citizens of India)

Successful applicants are required to fulfill the terms and conditions of the scholarships.

Students who have been awarded scholarships are eligible to study the CN Yang Scholars Programme.

CN Yang Scholars are required to maintain a satisfactory CGPA (Cumulative Grade Point Average) of 3.5 over 5.0. The academic performance is monitored on a semestral basis.

Other Highlights• Guaranteed stay in NTU halls of residence• Participation in programmes offered by the NTU Institute of Advanced Studies• Opportunities to meet world-renowned academics• Priority in overseas exchange programmes and research attachments• Every student will be assigned a mentor who will provide guidance for the student’s whole academic programme at NTU


Research

OPPORTUNITIES• The CN Yang Scholars Programme Undergraduate Research Experience (CNYPR) provides scholars an opportunity to pursue independent research under supervision in the schools of Sciences or Engineering.

• The research opportunities allow scholars to immerse themselves in research culture as early as first year.


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Hear What the

CN Yang Scholars Have to Share...

The CN Yang Scholars Programme is really an exciting journey of

exploration in the Sciences and the best part is you get to embark on

the same adventure with people just as passionate as you are. Through

this learning journey, I have gained valuable insights into the spirit of

research and have become more determined than ever to explore the

infinite possibilities in the field of Science.

Ng Lay Yong

Materials Engineering, Year 4

National Junior College Alumna, Singapore

Seeking to gain a deeper understanding of the physical laws governing

the universe has always been my goal. The CN Yang Scholars

Programme, being research-centric in nature, naturally appeals to

me. Being part of this programme has exposed me to the different

fascinating areas in science and cemented my passion for research.

Ong Wei Guang

Physics and Applied Physics, Year 3

Anderson Junior College Alumnus, Singapore

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The CN Yang Scholars Programme is definitely one of my serendipities

in life: it has offered me more than what I had anticipated. Under the

programme, I am not only exposed to ample research opportunities,

but also trained to solve problems with an interdisciplinary approach,

which is vital in modern society.

Wang Shengtao

Physics and Applied Physics, Year 4

Dean’s List, AY2007-2008

Hwa Chong Institution Alumnus, Singapore


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The programme has given me the opportunity of not only being able to build up a

strong foundation for my course in aerospace engineering, but the programme has

also given me the opportunity to conduct research, where I am a member of a team

of CN Yang scholars who would be designing, prototyping and testing an unmanned

aerial vehicle to compete in an international competition in China.

Lim Sian Lak Andre

Aerospace Engineering, Year 3

Anglo-Chinese Junior College Alumnus, Singapore

CN Yang Scholars Programme is my gateway to a whole new perspective of learning.

Being exposed to a much broader discipline, I felt that I am much prepared to face

the future challenges. The programme revolutionizes my definition of learning, getting

involved in research programme, curriculum structure that is specially tailored- it gave

me an opportunity do something for the future generations.

Ow Chee Keen

Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Year 3

St Michael’s Institution Alumnus, Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia

We, Yangstars, get so much from the privileges and chances its programme could

offer. I am allowed to conduct my research early in my first year, not only based

on my major, but from combined sciences. Being a CN Yang Scholar, infinite

possibilities await.

Melisa Kaslan

Biological Sciences, Year 3

SMAK I BPK Penabur Alumna, Indonesia

Indonesia National Biology Olympiad 2007, Gold

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It was a choice between being an ordinary student with an ordinary life, or being an

ordinary student but with an extraordinary life in university. In the end I chose the latter as

it was a golden opportunity to learn and experience things which I will otherwise not be

able to if I hadn’t chosen to participate in the CN Yang Scholars Programme. Through this

programme I have had the opportunity to rub shoulders with some of the most influential

people in academia, including Noble Laureates such as Professor CN Yang himself.

Goo Yik Wen

Aerospace Engineering, Year 4

Jit Sin Secondary School Alumnus, Bukit Mertajam, Malaysia

”““CN Yang Scholars Programme has broadened my perspective.”

It allows me to appreciate science as a form of life. To understand the compositions

that form life, the laws of nature that govern life, and to appreciate nature as the best

prototype for every application in life. This program has also given me the privilege to

have a taste of research in year 1, the opportunity to interact with renowned researchers

who are inspiring and have given me words of wisdom.

Cheo Wei Ni Evelyn

Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Year 4

Anderson Junior College Alumna, Singapore

Hear What the


CN Yang Scholars Programme gives me the opportunity to be involved in the advanced

research area leading by outstanding professors, which makes me really enjoy the

both challenging and interesting life of being a CN Yang scholar.

Xie Wenjun

Mathematics and Economics, Year 3

PRC SM (AP) Programme,

Jinling High School Alumnus, Nanjing, China


EVENTS

CN Yang Scholars Programmec/o School of Biological SciencesNanyang Technological University

60 Nanyang Drive, Singapore 637551Tel: (65) 6514 1900 | Fax: (65) 6515 4870

Email: [email protected]/cnyang-scholars

Useful links:

Admissionshttp://admissions.ntu.edu.sg

Undergraduate Scholarshipshttp://admissions.ntu.edu.sg/undergraduate/scholarships/newundergrad

Academic Serviceshttp://www.ntu.edu.sg/Services/Academic/undergraduates

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