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Outgoing Exchange - Graduate ESIA - S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies at Nanyang Technological University (GW Partner) (Outgoing Program)

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  • Locations: Singapore, Singapore
  • Program Terms: Fall, January Term, Spring
  • Restrictions: GW applicants only
Dates / Deadlines:

There are currently no active application cycles for this program.
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Program Description:


Nanyang Technological University (NTU) is one of the most prestigious academic institutions in Asia. The NTU S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies (RSIS) was established in 2006 as an autonomous graduate institution of NTU, with the renowned Institute of Defence and Strategic Studies as a key component.

RSIS is a community of scholars and policy analysts at the forefront of Asia-Pacific security studies and international affairs. Its three core functions are research, graduate teaching, and networking activities in the Asia-Pacific region. It produces cutting-edge security-related research in Asia-Pacific Security, Conflict and Non-Traditional Security, International Political Economy, and Country and Area Studies. RSIS offers coursework in International Relations, International Political Economy, Asian Studies, and Strategic Studies.

Curriculum: Elliott School graduate students can enroll in courses within the NTU S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies.

This program offers courses such as:
  • Politics and Foreign Policy of Singapore
  • Non-traditional Security and Global Governance
  • Accounting for Decision-making and Control
  • Regional Integration in the World Economy
  • Critical Security Study
  • Foreign Policy and Security Issues in Southeast Asia

Students should plan to take a minimum of 3 courses per Trimester.

Transfer of Credit: Students must earn the equivalent of a B grade or higher in a given course to be eligible for transfer credit. Students may earn up to 10 transfer credits from the partner for the Elliott School M.A. program.
  • Grade B at NTU = Grade B at GW
  • 1 course at NTU = 3 credits at GW

Academic Calendar: 
  • Trimester 1: late July – late October
  • Trimester 2: early November – late February (with one month break)
  • Trimester 3: early March – early June

Given the differences in the academic calendar at RSIS, Elliott School students are advised to study abroad during Trimester 1 or 3.

Depending on the courses selected, the class timings are morning (9.30 a.m. - 12.30 p.m.) or afternoon (2.00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.).

Language of Instruction: All courses at NTU are taught in English.

Housing: Students may apply for on-campus accommodation upon receipt of the admission letter. The on-campus housing is limited and demand often exceeds availability.
Information on off-campus accommodations

Tuition and Fees: Elliott School graduate tuition and fees are payable directly to GW, and are based upon 9 or 10 credit hours.

Important Application Information
Students must meet with their study abroad advisor prior to the study abroad deadline for their applications to be considered. 
 
The Office of Graduate Student Services will review all applications received for each exchange program and will nominate students for available exchange positions based on the quality of the application materials submitted. Students who are nominated must complete applications with exchange partners as directed to be accepted and enrolled in the program. Due to the limited exchange spots available, the Office of Graduate Student Services strongly encourages students to apply to a backup program in the event they are not selected for nomination.