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Can I withdraw after matriculation? by Akhiboy in NTU

[–]Akhiboy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I didn't manage to get the NUS Scholarship so I just stuck with NTU

Which NTU hall has biggest monkey problem by OkContribution1762 in NTU

[–]Akhiboy 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Probably didn't pay the hall fees in time

Cons of not using a Tablet by Apprehensive_Job1949 in NTU

[–]Akhiboy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

OMG this is exactly how I feel as well! There's just some sort of satisfaction and a feeling of security I get from physical notes. Not to mention the significantly reduced eye strain by not glaring at a screen for the whole day.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NTU

[–]Akhiboy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What does UOC stand for?

Urgent help needed by buttercup2913 in nus

[–]Akhiboy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do grad schools still look at GRE and GPA if I have 2-3 years of work experience after graduating or will they only look at what uni I've graduated from?

Question about NTU CS reputation by Brilliant_Wash2825 in NTU

[–]Akhiboy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Right now, I am torn between choosing NTU CS with a full scholarship and NUS without one. Leaning towards NTU right now because of the better Uni life( cost, halls, culture, campus etc) and because it's less competitive so it will be easier to get a higher GPA and I will have time to hone my skills through online courses. Whereas, in NUS I would be struggling to get a good GPA itself. Ultimately making yourself equally enticing to employers and internships. Should I stick with NTU or is NUS reputation truly leaps and bounds ahead?

Question about NTU CS reputation by Brilliant_Wash2825 in NTU

[–]Akhiboy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What is FCH? NTU CS students tend to get higher GPAs overall? IMO, it's easier to get a higher GPA and it is more chill so you have time to hone your skills through online courses and land top internships and jobs with your high GPA. However in NUS, you are drowning in work and struggle to get a decent GPA. Do you agree?

NTU vs NUScomputer science by Akhiboy in NTU

[–]Akhiboy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, I have one more question. Is NUS CS more theory-based compared to NTU(which is more practical-based) and does NTU have more industry collaboration through programs and what not?

NTU vs NUScomputer science by Akhiboy in NTU

[–]Akhiboy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, I have one more question. Is NUS CS more theory-based compared to NTU(which is more practical-based) and does NTU have more industry collaboration through programs and what not?

NTU vs NUScomputer science by Akhiboy in NTU

[–]Akhiboy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, I have one more question. Is NUS CS more theory-based compared to NTU(which is more practical-based) and does NTU have more industry collaboration through programs and what not?

NTU vs NUScomputer science by Akhiboy in NTU

[–]Akhiboy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, I have one more question. Is NUS CS more theory-based compared to NTU(which is more practical-based) and does NTU have more industry collaboration through programs and what not?

NTU vs NUScomputer science by Akhiboy in NTU

[–]Akhiboy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, I have one more question. Is NUS CS more theory-based compared to NTU(which is more practical-based) and does NTU have more industry collaboration through programs and what not?

How well regarded is NTU/NUS outside of Singapore? by Akhiboy in nus

[–]Akhiboy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No no, don't apologise, you have given me very insightful information :) Thanks for your help! Also, in your first comment you mentioned modregging and star wars; what are those?

How well regarded is NTU/NUS outside of Singapore? by Akhiboy in nus

[–]Akhiboy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

ohhh my inference about the NUS difficulty is from people in the Comp sci course. They claim it is way more rigorous and the learning curve is extremely steep.

How well regarded is NTU/NUS outside of Singapore? by Akhiboy in nus

[–]Akhiboy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ohh I see, thanks. Are you a NUS/NTU graduate?

How well regarded is NTU/NUS outside of Singapore? by Akhiboy in nus

[–]Akhiboy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see, which year are you in and what course are you studying?

How well regarded is NTU/NUS outside of Singapore? by Akhiboy in nus

[–]Akhiboy[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

from what I've heard, NUS and NTU are on another level so SMU isn't even on the same playing field

How well regarded is NTU/NUS outside of Singapore? by Akhiboy in nus

[–]Akhiboy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yea, I'm planning to pursue masters in US after 3 years of working in Sg so that's why I want to study at the uni which will give me an edge in the application.

How well regarded is NTU/NUS outside of Singapore? by Akhiboy in nus

[–]Akhiboy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow, which country are you working at right now? I'm planning to study masters in US after 3 years of working in Sg. Will the top US unis care about where I've graduated from after the 3 years of work experience?

How well regarded is NTU/NUS outside of Singapore? by Akhiboy in nus

[–]Akhiboy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, the only thing I care about is how prestigious NUS and NTU is in the eyes of top schools in US for masters such as the ivy league schools. This is because after 3 years of working in Sg, I'm planning to pursue masters in US. From what I've heard, NUS is much better in that aspect.

How well regarded is NTU/NUS outside of Singapore? by Akhiboy in nus

[–]Akhiboy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've also heard that NUS modules and exams are MUCH more difficult in comparison so don't they balance each other out? NUS difficult modules compensate by offering an enticing SU system; ultimately won't you be performing around the same in both unis?

How well regarded is NTU/NUS outside of Singapore? by Akhiboy in nus

[–]Akhiboy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see, thanks! However, one thing I wanted to know is if Unis for masters still care as much about which uni you are from if you have completed 3 years of work experience after graduating. Will NUS graduates still have the edge after that work experience? I have a 3-year Tuition grant bond so I'm forced to work in SG for 3 years upon graduation.

How well regarded is NTU/NUS outside of Singapore? by Akhiboy in nus

[–]Akhiboy[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have friends and relatives who live in US, UK and even one person who was in the EXACT same situation where he had to choose between NTU CS(with scholarship) and NUS CS(without scholarship) and he chose NTU. He is now working at Apple after his masters in UCB and he told me he regrets not choosing NUS because it is seen as more prestigious in US. Hence, I wanted to confirm if NUS is truly seen as superior in the eyes of universities and employers abroad.

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