Overview

Features

At National University of Singapore, the Juris Doctor programme comprises:

a 2-year single graduate degree programme for candidates holding a basic law degree from another jurisdiction; and

a 3-year single graduate degree programme for candidates holding a non-law degree.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

You would most likely want to read a JD if you want to practise law in Singapore, subject to the "Qualified Person" requirements imposed by the Legal Profession (Qualified Persons) Rules.

NUS Law is ranked the #9 law school in the world by Times Higher Education (THE) 2023, and #2 in Asia by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) 2023.

We offer a comprehensive range of specialisations in areas such as Corporate and Financial Services Law, Intellectual Property and Technology Law, and International Arbitration and Dispute Resolution, taught by over 70 full-time faculty members and over two dozen adjunct faculty members.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-10-31 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Public Law Business Law View 3 other PhDs in Business Law in Singapore

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

100

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

A university degree in any non-law discipline with at least a Cum Laude or Second Class Upper Honours degree or its equivalent.

Minimum TOEFL iBT Total score of 100 or minimum IELTS (Academic) overall band score 7.5.

All shortlisted applicants must undergo an interview and a written test.

Tuition Fee

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International

39678 SGD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 39678 SGD per year during 24 months.
National

37692 SGD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 37692 SGD per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Singapore

1878 - 3880 SGD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.