NUS Electrical and Computer Engineering

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As electrical, digital, and physical systems become increasingly integrated across engineering and technology domains, CDE’s Minor in Electrical Engineering (EE) gives students from diverse disciplines the foundation to understand the technologies shaping today’s world.

Assoc Prof Wee Seng Soh, Deputy Head of Undergraduate Programmes at the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE), shared, “Students from fields such as design, computing, materials, healthcare, business, and the social sciences who understand signals, sensors, circuits, energy, and embedded systems will better contribute to technology-driven solutions.”

With effect from AY2026/27 Semester 1, the minor is open to all undergraduate students except those majoring in Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering. Through foundation courses and electives, students will build a stronger understanding of how electrical engineering concepts power real-world systems.

Reflecting on the value of the foundation courses in broadening students’ understanding of the field, Mohamed Taufeeq (Year 4, Electrical Engineering) shared, “They give a glimpse into the wide array of areas available within electrical engineering, such as electronics, power & energy distribution, signals & systems, microcontroller programming and digital circuits.”

Developed in consultation with industry partners, the minor complements CDE and non-CDE programmes, opening potential career pathways for students, such as:

• Computer Science + Minor in EE → Embedded Software / IoT roles
• Mechanical Engineering + Minor in EE → Mechatronics and Automation roles
• Food Science & Technology + Minor in EE→ Smart Manufacturing / Food Process Automation roles
• Pharmaceutical Science / Pharmacy + Minor in EE → Healthcare Technology / Quality Systems roles

For more details, please visit https://tinyurl.com/minor-in-ee

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From tutoring students to building an AI-powered learning platform used by more than 40,000 learners, Ryan Loh Yong Rui (Year 4, Computer Engineering, NUS Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering) is helping to reshape how students learn.

Together with Alfred Ben (Year 4, NUS Computing), Ryan co-founded LearnKata to address a challenge they had observed firsthand: while AI tools can provide answers quickly, they do not always help students develop a deeper understanding of concepts.

Their solution was LearnKata, a platform designed to guide students through concepts in a structured and meaningful way using their own study materials. By focusing on understanding rather than simply generating answers, the platform aims to help learners build stronger foundations and greater confidence in their studies.

"Most current AI tools are not actually built for learning," Ryan shared. "They can often give students the right answer, but there is no real process for helping students understand and apply concepts properly."

Ryan's entrepreneurial journey reflects the innovation, resilience, and problem-solving mindset that Computer Engineering students bring beyond the classroom. From navigating slow early growth to building a platform that is making a real impact on learners, he and his team continue to demonstrate how technology can be used to address meaningful challenges in education.

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🏭⚡ From classrooms to company floors — ECE learning goes beyond lectures.

This semester, the ECE Club organised a series of industry talks and company visits, giving students the opportunity to explore how engineering is applied in real-world environments.

Students visited Schneider Electric, A*STAR Institute of Microelectronics, and DLE M&E, where they gained firsthand exposure to smart building systems, semiconductor research, automation technologies, and engineering operations across different industries.

Industry talks by Micron Technology and STATS ChipPAC also provided valuable insights into the semiconductor industry, career pathways, workplace expectations, and the evolving role of engineers in today’s tech-driven world.

Beyond technical knowledge, these sessions helped students better understand the connection between what they learn in class and the impact engineering creates in the real world 🌍🚀

🎉 Congratulations to Dr Zhao Zhenyu’s research group on receiving the Best Symposium Paper Award (2nd Place) at APEMC 2026 — one of the leading international conferences in Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) ⚡

The research explores how active metasurfaces perform under strong electromagnetic interference — an important challenge for future wireless communications, sensing, radar, and intelligent electromagnetic systems.

The paper was authored by Boyang Qian, Theng Huat Gan, Huamin Jie, Richard Xian-ke Gao, and Zhenyu Zhao.

This achievement highlights the growing impact of NUS ECE research in advancing resilient and intelligent electromagnetic technologies 🌍

🎉 Congratulations to Professor Ho Ghim Wei on being named the recipient of the SNIC-AsCA2019 Singapore Award for Distinguished Woman Chemist 2026!

This prestigious award recognises her outstanding contributions in bridging fundamental science and engineered systems to develop functional materials and technologies with impact across energy, environmental, electronic, and healthcare applications ⚡🧪

Prof Ho’s interdisciplinary research continues to drive innovation at the intersection of chemistry, materials science, and engineering, shaping solutions for real-world challenges.

The award will be presented at the 13th Singapore International Chemistry Conference (SICC-13th) in December 2026 👏

⚡🔧 You’ve seen the software side of ECE — now it’s time for the hardware.

From multimeters and oscilloscopes to function generators, bench power supplies, and soldering irons, these are the tools that bring ideas off the screen and into the real world.

At NUS ECE, learning goes beyond simulations and code. Students gain hands-on experience using industry-standard hardware tools to prototype, troubleshoot, and build real electronic systems.

Measure. Test. Build. Debug. Repeat. 🚀

Because great engineering doesn’t just happen in software — it comes to life in the lab too.

🎉 Congratulations to our 15 NUS ECE awardees at the College of Design and Engineering Awards 2026!

Held on 22 April 2026, the annual awards ceremony recognised faculty members across CDE for their excellence in research, education, service, and innovation. Nearly 100 awardees were honoured for their dedication, impact, and contributions to shaping the future of engineering and design.

This year, our NUS ECE faculty members were recognised across several award categories, including:
🏆 Provost’s Chair
🏆 Clarivate 2025 Highly Cited Researcher
🏆 College Teaching Excellence Award

As shared by Professor Teo Kie Leong, CDE Dean, the CDE Awards celebrate individuals who drive the College forward through excellence, innovation, and impactful contributions to the community.

We are proud to celebrate our NUS ECE faculty members for their achievements and dedication. Congratulations once again to all our awardees 👏💙