History, Affiliations and Rankings
Founded in 2009, the Singapore University of Technology and Design is a public college that is purported to build technically-grounded individuals. A global research-intensive University, it offers rigorous curriculums focused on science and technology-based design education. SUTD has affiliations with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Zhejiang University and the Singapore Management University. The partnership of the University with MIT covers Student Exchange Programs, the development of a Bachelor's curriculum, faculty visits for guest lectures, and the foundation of the International Design Center. The University is known for its unique pedagogy rooted in strengthening digital competency, human-centred design and the addressing of large-scale real-world issues. Singapore University of Technology and Design ranks #453 in Best Global Universities and #81 in Best Global Universities in Asia by the US News and World Report 2022.
Infrastructure, Campuses and Courses
The Singapore University of Technology and Design campus consists of a sports centre, recreation centre, fitness centre, cafeterias, the Center for Writing & Rhetoric, and a library with thousands of books, journals, and research papers. The University permits the students to access electronic resources at the library. The campus aims to offer all the amenities needed by the students. The university also offers residential facilities to the visitors who visit on an official basis. The Singapore University of Technology and Design provides Bachelor's and Master's programs. The curriculum majorly focuses on Engineering and Architecture programs. The Engineering program includes disciplines like Programming, Mathematics, Design Thinking, Physics, and Chemistry. The Architecture course includes Engineering product development, Sustainable Design, Engineering System & Design, and Information Systems Technology. This wide range of faculties offers students the opportunity to choose the program according to their interests. The students are taught under well-experienced professors.
Accomplishments and Alumni
The Engineering and Architecture courses at the Singapore University of Technology and Design are accredited by the Board of Architects of Singapore and the Engineering Accreditation Board. Over time, the Singapore University of Technology and Design has been awarded various awards, prizes, and championships. According to a study by MIT, SUTD was recognized as the “foremost emerging leader in Engineering education.” Further, SUTD graduates are employers’ top choice with the highest employment rates and starting salary as per the 2020 Joint Graduate Employment Survey. Some of the notable alumni of the University are - Chen Zuling, a Management Consultant for Roland Berger Strategy Consultants, Nikhil Jain, Product Design Engineer for Lab126, a subsidiary of Amazon, Jonathan Chan, a Singaporean Olympic Athlete, Joshua Cheong, an Innovator, Designer and Banker among other recognized names.
Student Diversity and Visiting Companies
More than 40% of the annual student cohort at Singapore University of Technology and Design comprises female students. This means more women students are pursuing Engineering and Architecture degrees, which is part of SUTD’s mission to build gender diversity on the campus. SUTD offers plentiful support to the students for career development and entrepreneurial ventures. With the University’s close ties with industry partners and partner institutions globally, students are always exposed to opportunities, resources and valuable networks to expand their professional profiles. The Career Development Center of SUTD is the bridge connecting potential employers, students and alumni of the University and offers career workshops, mentorships and internship opportunities for the students. The top recruiters at Singapore University of Technology and Design are Amazon, Roland Berger Strategy Consultants and PSA.
