Introduction

NTU's Interdisciplinary Graduate Programme (IGP) pioneers a new PhD approach, combining multiple disciplines to tackle complex, real-world challenges. This initiative strengthens the university’s research capabilities by uniting faculty across schools and research centres to create new knowledge and develop innovative technologies. It will cement NTU’s strategic plan to strengthen its position as a global leader in research, innovation and education.

Key features of the NTU Interdisciplinary Graduate Programme include:

• Multi-disciplinary Focus: Students must combine two or more academic disciplines in their research, such as technology with medicine or physics with archaeology.
• Diverse Research Areas: Key research focus areas include environmental sustainability, alternative energy, future healthcare, and new media.
• Structured Curriculum: The program requires completing graduate courses across different disciplines and offers opportunities for international collaboration.
• Expert Supervision: Students are mentored by experts from various schools, colleges, and research institutes within NTU with potential co-supervision by experts in leading universities worldwide

This programme aims to foster a new generation of future-ready leaders in research and innovation with the flexibility to adapt to rapid technological changes.