Requirement to graduate
Curriculum and Programme Structure
9 Months at CGU
Under the NEED programme, students will spend the first 9 months at CGU completing core and elective modules, where the students will gain real-life immersion with Taiwan’s leading IC design and semiconductor foundries while undergoing CGU’s industry-oriented curriculum.
All students will complete the compulsory modules listed below. When selecting their elective modules, NEED students will choose to specialise in either the Advanced Manufacturing Track or the IC Design Track:
| Advanced Manufacturing Track (Elective Modules)
Under this Track, students will learn more about the integral aspects of IC production quality and reliability management. This includes reliability and failure analysis, failure mechanisms and packaging reliability. |
Students must complete at least 4 of the following:
*Students can choose either Nano-Materials and Devices or Bio-Medical Electronics, but not both. |
| IC Design Track (Elective Modules)
Under this Track, students will learn more about the tools, software and processes required to conduct analysis, design and |
Students must complete at least 4 of the following:
*Students can choose either Nano-Materials and Devices or Bio-Medical Electronics, but not both. |
| Compulsory Modules |
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9 Months at SUTD
At SUTD, students will spend the next 9 months completing a Master thesis and research project (design implementation, fabrication, testing and assembly) which will incorporate the technical knowledge gained at CGU.
This Master thesis will be subjected to an Oral Defense, where students will defend their research against professional critique by a board consisting of SUTD faculty and external faculty/industry experts.
Students are also required to complete at least 4 Professional Short Development Courses to gain industry-relevant knowledge to round out their holistic education.
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Frequently asked questions
I am not sure if my solution or research is eligible.
We are actively looking out for new solutions and research to be commercialised! Do share with us your idea at entrepreneurship@sutd.edu.sg and we can advise you further.
Are there any conditions to spending?
Yes, the grant is subject to funding guidelines set by the funding agencies to ensure that they are properly utilised. Please contact us at entrepreneurship@sutd.edu.sg to find out about what is fundable and what is not.
Does every member of a team applying for D2V Grant need to be from SUTD?
No, teams do not need to be composed entirely of SUTD members. We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds, including members from other Institutions of Higher Learning or the industry. However, the team must include at least one SUTD-affiliated founding member who holds a minimum shareholding of 30% in the company to be incorporated.
What kind of support can I receive?
We provide aspiring founders with a range of incubation support from mentors, industry experts, dedicated venture partners, networking opportunities and introductions to potential investors.
I have received prior grants. Am I eligible to apply?
We administer a range of grants which can also apply to teams that have received prior grants. Please contact us at entrepreneurship@sutd.edu.sg to find out if you are eligible.
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