Overview
The Built Environment sector has been fast evolving to embrace digitalisation, SMART technology, sustainability through greater collaboration between the various stakeholders. As facilities, building and infrastructure become more complex, the required competencies and skill set of its managers compounds.
The Master of Built Environment (MBE-SPE) can be stackable by completing the Graduate Certificate in Project Management or Facilities Management, then completing the
Graduate Diploma in Project Management (GDPM) and
Graduate Diploma in Facilities Management (GDFMT) before pursuing the master's degree. The programme is aimed at
equipping graduates with both technical and management skills pertaining to both
Project Management and Facilities Management. This will allow graduates better versatility
and wider career options.
Unique Features of the Programme
- Each course is modular and self-contained.
- Course instructors are experienced senior practitioners from the industry .
- The programme is stackable and thus in line with the national emphasis on stackable credentials that facilitate lifelong learning. Students may graduate with a graduate certificate, graduate diploma or master's degree.
- Some of the modular courses can qualify for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points to fulfil accreditation requirements for the Society of Project Managers (SPM) or the Singapore Contractors Association Limited (SCAL).
Career Prospects
Graduates from the MBE-SPE programme will be equipped with knowledge from both Project and Facilities Management. They will be recognised by industry partners and will have a wide range of career options in both construction and facilities management firms. The MBE-SPE programme will help student rise to the requirements of managerial roles in their workplace.
Programme Structure
To graduate with the MBE, students are required to complete 60 credit units (cu) of courses.
Students have to maintain a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.0 in their coursework in order to obtain the master's degree. There are three modes of admission into MBE.
Direct Admission
Direct admission is open to Singapore citizens, permanent residents, or residents in Singapore. Students can apply for MBE-SPE via Admission Office link. Students on MBE-SPE may take a maximum of 20 cu of courses per semester and complete the programme in maximum 4 years.
From GDPM or GDFMT (Stackable)
Students who have completed either GDPM or GDFMT with a minimum GPA of 3.0 will receive a letter of invitation after the release of exam results to apply for MBE-SPE. The maximum candidature remains to be 4 years from the date of entry into GDPM or GDFMT.
Accelerated Pathway
The accelerated pathway (MBE-SPE-A) is open to Singapore citizens, permanent residents, other residents, as well as international students. It is compulsory for international students to enter via the accelerated pathway. Students on the accelerated pathway take 30 cu of courses on average per semester and complete the programme in 1 year.
Curriculum
Admission Requirements
Refer to general admission criteria for graduate programmes.
Applicants with a recognised bachelor's degree preferably from a field related to the Built Environment sector.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a CV detailing their work experience, training and education.
Applicants with relevant work experience but with other qualifications may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Singapore citizens, permanent residents and other residents can register under MBE-SPE or MBE-SPE-A (Accelerated Pathway).
International students should only register under MBE-SPE-A (Accelerated Pathway).
Financial Assistance
The University offers course fee concession for selected graduate programmes. Please click here for more details. For alumni who just graduated, please see alumni benefits in FAQ Qn.9.