A research-intensive public university, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) has 33,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students in the colleges of Engineering, Business, Science, and Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences, and its Interdisciplinary Graduate School. NTU is 15th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2025). Often referred to as the Gateway to Southeast Asia, Singapore is a highly multicultural city boasting 365 days of summer and with China, India, Australia, the Philippines, Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Malaysia, Thailand, Hong Kong and Indonesia all within reach, it can make for the most exciting of destinations.

Who can apply?

The NTU GEM Trailblazer Summer 2025 programme is open to undergraduate students only. Postgraduate taught and postgraduate research students are excluded from this offer.

Courses offered

The GEM Trailblazer Summer 2025 programme offers more than 20 courses across 5 tracks. From experiencing a full Asian cultural experience, to opportunities in enhancing your future business career in Asia and staying abreast with the latest technology in 3D Printing. Discover more about the programme:

Programme dates

The NTU GEM Trailblazer Summer 2025 programme is offered as a 2 or 4 week course. For the 2 week course, students can choose from the following dates: Session 1: Monday 23rd June 2025 - Saturday 5th July 2025 Session 2: Thursday 3rd July 2025 - Saturday 19th July 2025 The 4 week course will run from: Monday 23rd June 2025 - Saturday 19th July 2025

Application deadlines

If you wish to apply for a place at Nanyang Technological University you will need to submit your Global Summer Exchange application by Sunday 19th January 2025, by 11:59pm. If your application is successful, you will be required to apply directly to Nanyang Technological University by Monday 31st March 2025.

What are the costs?

The cost to attend the NTU GEM Trailblazer Summer 2025 programme are as follows: Tuition fee: Waived for up to two courses (3 or 4-AU course) if students wish to take more than 2 courses, they will be responsible for the additional costs. Registration fee:* (one-time charge): 153 SGD Administrative fee:* (one-time charge): 917 SGD On-campus accommodation fee costs will vary depending on the duration of the programme selected. Please refer to NTU's website, under the Financial section for more detailed information. *All fees quoted are inclusive of 9% GST, and are applicable with effect from 1 Jan 2024. Students who are successful in their application will receive a tuition fee waiver, but will be responsible for all other costs, including, flights, accommodation, visas, health/medical insurance (if compulsory), living expenses and those listed above.

Accommodation

On-campus accommodation is available. GEM Trailblazer Summer students are required to stay in NTU's on-campus allocated accommodation. Please note, there are no meal plans available and no fully equipped kitchen at the hall for students to cook their meals, however, students can purchase economically-priced meals at any of the Hall of Residence canteens, convenience stores or food outlets located within NTU. Refer to the listing below for places to eat on campus.

Eligibility, exclusions and requirements

Students must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university and will be required to have a minimum GPA of 2.5/5.0 (or 2.0/4.0) and be proficient in the English language.

The information on this webpage is accurate for 2025 entry.