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Learn what no lecture can teach you.

Find out if you're eligible, what to prepare, and what happens after you apply. The current cycle is open until 30 March 2026.

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Key dates

NOC AY26/27 Sem 2 — Jan 2027 Intake

Last reviewed: 30 Mar 2026

Source: NOC programme office

  1. 30 Mar 2026

    Application closes

  2. 13–21 Apr 2026

    Interviews

  3. By end May 2026

    Results

  4. Jan 2027

    Embark

30 Mar 2026

13–21 Apr 2026

By end May 2026

Jan 2027

Application closes

Interviews

Results

Embark

Can I apply?

A 30-second check covering the most common exclusions. If you can answer “yes” to all of these, you’re likely eligible.

NOC is for you if:

  • I’m a current full-time NUS student — undergraduate (or graduate, for the 6-month overseas programme)

  • I’ll have at least one semester of study left at NUS when I return from NOC, without exceeding my maximum candidature

  • I have a clean disciplinary record and am willing to be a strong ambassador for NUS and Singapore

  • I’ll have completed the Travel Preparedness Course (TPC) at least 24 hours before my application deadline

  • If I’m on a scholarship, I’ve checked with my scholarship administrator that NOC participation is permitted

NOC may not be for you if:

  • You’re enrolled in SoC Graduate Coursework, SCALE, ISS degree, certificate programme, or MSVC — these are explicitly not eligible.

  • You can’t commit to having at least one remaining semester at NUS after returning from NOC.

  • You’re applying for a NOC China location and previously held Chinese nationality or hold a Chinese hukou (戶口). Current Chinese nationals can only apply for Shanghai or Shenzhen.

  • You don’t have at least one remaining semester at NUS after returning from NOC, within your maximum candidature.

  • You’re a SoC or CEG student who hasn’t completed CS2103, IS2103, BT2101, CS2113, CS2103T, CS2113T, or IS2108 by point of departure (not applicable to NOC Singapore).

  • You’re a FASS student (Cohort 2021+) on the Full Year programme and want to read FAS2551 / 2551A / 2552 / 2552A / 2553 / 2553A — these are not allowed alongside NOC.

Requirements

Requirements by programme

  • [01] Locations
  • [02] Intakes

    January and August

  • [03] Who can apply

    NUS undergraduates only (full-time)

  • [04] Units required

    ~70 units at point of departure (Poly Advanced Units count)

  • [05] Semesters completed

    At least 4 semesters at NUS

  • [06] Counts as IA / FYP?

    Industrial Attachment, internship courses, or Final Year Project may be fulfilled via NOC — subject to NOC and faculty approval

  • [07] Year 1 students

    Not eligible — but you can join the Friends of NOC network

  • [08] China-location nationality rules

    If you previously held Chinese nationality or hold a hukou, you can't apply for any NOC China location. Current Chinese nationals: Shanghai and Shenzhen only

Details coming soon.

Details coming soon.

^ Stockholm = January intake only * Munich = August intake only, undergraduates only, completed 4 semesters at NUS, internship must be compulsory part of degree

Before you apply

You must handle the following
to submit an application. The
first is the most time-sensitive.

  1. 01

    Travel Preparedness Course (TPC)

    A compulsory e-course for all NUS-endorsed overseas programmes. Required for all NOC applicants.

    [Note] Takes 24 hours to reflect in the system. Don't leave it until the last day.

  2. 02

    Faculty prerequisite courses

    SoC and CEG students must have completed one of: CS2103, IS2103, BT2101, CS2113, CS2103T, CS2113T, IS2108 by the point of departure.

    [Note] Not applicable for NOC Singapore.

  3. 03

    FASS cohort rules

    FASS students from Cohort 2021 onwards can't take FAS2551/2551A/2552/2552A/2553/2553A while on the NOC Full Year programme.

    FASS internship overview
Application timeline

Two intake cycles per year. Know the dates before you commit.

Intake Application Selection Interviews & briefings Embark
August intake Sep – Oct Nov Jan – Apr End of Aug
January intake Mar – Apr May Jul – Nov End of Dec
Documents to Submit

Documents to submit

All three are submitted via myEduRec → External Study Online Application → Program Application → Supporting Document, before the application deadline.

  • Resume

    A current CV including your video introduction link.

    Resume tips →
    • PDF
    • 1-2 pages

  • Latest NUS Unofficial Transcript

    Download from myEduRec. Year 1 students who just enrolled can submit later.

    User guide →
    • PDF
    • myEduRec

  • 1-minute video introduction

    An elevator pitch covering: who you are, why NOC, the value you can add, and the roles or industries you're interested in. Make sure your motivations align with your portfolio.

    What to include →
    • MP4
    • Max 1 minute
    • Shareable link

NOC may withdraw your application if any are missing.

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After you apply

What happens after you submit.

  1. 01

    Interview

    If you’re shortlisted, you’ll hear by NUS email and sit a 20-minute panel over Zoom. Once your slot is set, hold it, don’t change it within two days of the date. If something genuinely unavoidable comes up, email nocapplication@nus.edu.sg with the reason.

  2. 02

    Mercer Mettl assessment

    A short merit assessment that feeds into the final decision. Completing it is one factor in the outcome, not an offer in itself, so do it properly but don’t read too much into it either way.

  3. 03

    Results by email

    You’ll hear either way by the end of May 2026 for the Jan 2027 intake, sent to your NUS email. Watch that inbox, not your personal one.

  4. 04

    Send-off & depart

    One mandatory send-off briefing on 7 Dec 2026 (to be confirmed, hybrid). After that, you’re off.

On appeals

sure thingNOC’s selection decisions are final. If you’re not shortlisted or not selected, decisions are final, and there is no appeal, and the team can’t provide feedback or reconsideration.

Things to know before you apply

NOC reserves a few rights that affect your
application. We've stated them plainly so you
know what to expect.

  1. 01

    Your top-choice location isn't guaranteed.

    NOC may assign you to any available location regardless of the preference you stated in your application.

  2. 02

    Available locations can change at any time.

    A location listed during the application phase may not be offered at the offer stage. NOC reserves the right to amend the list.

  3. 03

    NOC may decide your intake year.

    If selected, NOC reserves the right to assign you to a different intake than the one you applied for.

  4. 04

    Multiple-passport candidates may be reviewed further.

    If you hold multiple passports or nationalities, NOC will advise on eligibility and reserves the right to withdraw an offer if the candidate is later deemed ineligible.

  5. 05

    Late application appeals are not considered.

    If you miss the application deadline because the TPC course hadn't reflected, or for any other reason, NOC will not respond to such requests.

Compulsory briefings & preparatory sessions

Once you’ve accepted a NOC offer, attendance at the curriculum briefing and send-off briefing is mandatory. NOC reserves the right to withdraw the offer if briefings are not attended.

Intake Application Selection
NOC AY26/27 Sem 2 — Jan 2027 All Year-Long & 6-Month programmes 28 May 2026 (Thu) 10am–12pm SGT · Online 7 Dec 2026 (Mon) 5pm–8pm SGT · Hybrid Not applicable to NOC Singapore
NOC AY25/26 Special Term — May 2026 SEA 6-Month programmes 21 Nov 2025 (Fri) 10am–1pm SGT · Online Not applicable to NOC Singapore
NOC AY26/27 Sem 1 — Aug 2026 All Year-Long & 6-Month programmes 21 May 2026 (Mon) 10am–1pm SGT · Online To be defined. Hybrid.
Ready to apply?

The application is hosted on myEduRec. Once you click through, follow these steps to find the NOC application form.

Apply via myEduRec (opens in a new tab)
  • Step 01

    Log in to myEduRec

  • Step 02

    Go to Academics → Global Education → External Study Application

  • Step 03

    Search Ext. Study Setup ID “03764” or “NOC AY26/27 Semester 2 – Jan 2027 Intake”

FAQ

The most common questions before applying

  1. [1] What if I miss the deadline because TPC hasn't reflected yet?

    There's no extension, so you have to plan around it. The Travel Preparedness Course takes 24 hours to register in the system before you can apply, so a late TPC means a missed deadline, not a waived one. Complete it at least 24 hours before you intend to apply, and ideally as soon as you decide to go, since you only ever do it once during your time at NUS..

  2. [2] Can I apply for more than one location?

    Yes. You rank your preferred locations in the application, and NOC assigns from there. Your top choice isn't guaranteed, the team may place you at any available location, and the list can change between application and offer, so treat your preferences as a ranking rather than a lock. If you want to change your choice of college after applying, email nocapplication@nus.edu.sg before interviews, subject to NOC's review.

  3. [3] Can I reschedule my interview?

    Only if it's genuinely unavoidable. Interview slots are sent by NUS email, and you shouldn't change yours within two days of the date. If you have no choice, email nocapplication@nus.edu.sg with a valid reason and wait for the team to confirm.

  4. [4] If I'm not shortlisted, will I be told why?

    No. NOC's decisions are final at every stage, and the team can't provide feedback or reconsideration on why an application didn't progress. It's worth knowing before you apply, so you put your strongest version forward the first time.

  5. [5] I'm a Year 1 student, can I apply now?

    Not yet. NOC requires you to have completed at least four semesters at NUS by departure, so first-years aren't eligible to apply. You can join the Friends of NOC network now to stay close to the programme and apply once you meet the requirement.

  6. [6] I'm on a scholarship, am I eligible?

    Possibly, but check first. Students on scholarships must confirm with their scholarship administrator or provider that NOC participation is permitted before applying. Terms vary by scholarship, so the answer depends on your provider, not on NOC.

Be next.

Applications for the Jan 2027 intake are open until 30 March 2026.

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