HomepageEducation Programmes NUS Enterprise Summer Programme in Entrepreneurship NUS Enterprise Summer Programme in Entrepreneurship NUS Enterprise Summer Programme in Entrepreneurship Unleash your Entrepreneurial Spirit in the Heart of Innovation: Discover the Secrets of Success in the Thriving Metropolis of Singapore – the Little Red Dot that has conquered the world! Singapore has birthed a wide array of home-grown enterprises that leave footprints in the region and beyond. Its success stories include enterprises like Carousell, Shopback, Rotimatic, Patsnap, and many more. This programme is a melting pot of nationalities, languages, and cultures as it brings together high-calibre students from all over the globe to learn and grow together, in a transformative two-week journey into the heart of innovation and entrepreneurship in Singapore and Southeast Asia. Through an enriching blend of lectures, conversations with startups, ideation and pitching sessions, as well as visits to various organisations, our programme aims to provide you with a comprehensive educational experience, at the same time to forge social and academic bonds between local and international students, and our esteemed speakers and ecosystem builders. Programme Details The NUS Enterprise Summer Programme in Entrepreneurship is targeted at students currently enrolled in university, majoring in any discipline. Priority consideration will be given to students with a basic interest in entrepreneurship. Our programme broadly covers the following topics: Business and Socio-Cultural context of Singapore and ASEAN Singapore’s Economic Development Model and the Changing Role of Entrepreneurship and Innovation The Heart of Singapore’s and ASEAN's Startup Ecosystem Understanding IP and Innovation in Singapore and ASEAN Understanding the ASEAN Relationship, Language and Culture Experiential Introduction to Singapore Practical Insights and Skills for Aspiring Entrepreneurs How to be an Entrepreneur: Opportunity Recognition and Entrepreneurial Mindset Business Model Innovation Value Proposition and Business Model Design New Venture Creation Pitching and Fund Raising Themes in Entrepreneurship Technology Entrepreneurship Social Entrepreneurship Corporate Intrapreneurship Learning Outcomes: Understanding the core concepts of entrepreneurship from opportunity recognition and customer/market validation to value proposition/business model design, team formation and lean launch. Acquiring knowledge of the diverse startup ecosystems and socio-cultural environment of Singapore and Southeast Asia, and the importance of the role of social networks in resource acquisition Gaining hands-on experience in the entrepreneurial process from ideation to pitch preparation and presentation of startup idea(s) through a practical hackathon Lectures will be conducted in English by faculty members from the National University of Singapore and industry experts. Students who have met the programme requirements will receive a Certificate of Participation from NUS Enterprise at the end of the programme. Follow us on our Facebook, Instagram and TikTok pages to receive the latest information about the programme. Read more about it in 2025, 2024 and 2023 articles of NUS News! Application Info and Eligibility Collapse NUS Enterprise Summer Programme in Entrepreneurship 2026 Programme dates: 6 to 17 July 2026 Application period: 1 February to 31 March 2026 Programme fee: SGD 5,600 (before 9% Goods and Services Tax)* *Includes on-campus accommodation and selected meals at NUS for the duration of the Summer Programme. It does not cover airfare, transportation cost, health insurance, and all other costs and expenses incurred or to be incurred by the participant. Target participants: Students currently enrolled in university, majoring in any discipline and will remain enrolled at the university throughout the summer programme. Application Procedure: NUS students Non-NUS applicants currently enrolled in universities *New* NUS ASEAN SPARK Fellowship applicants Eligibility criteria Open to all undergraduate students with keen interest in entrepreneurship. Open to all students with keen interest in entrepreneurship. NUS ASEAN SPARK Fellowship fully funds top ASEAN undergraduate students who are currently enrolled in universities with a minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0 GPA (or equivalent) and demonstrate entrepreneurial experience. English Proficiency If English is not your home university's primary language, you are required to upload your English proficiency document during your application. We shall deem that students nominated are suitable to come on exchange and would be able to cope with the rigorous curriculum conducted in English. Test Minimum Acceptable Score IELTS ≥ 6.5 TOEFL ≥ 85 for the Internet-based test Please note that only TOEFL and / or IELTS scores obtained in the two years leading up to 15 March of the year of application will be considered. For instance, for applications closing on 31 March 2026, the validity period for the scores is from 31 March 2024 to 31 March 2026 (both dates inclusive). Application Period 1 February to 31 March 2026 Application Procedure Applications are to be submitted via the Online Application Portal (NUS students only) Applications are to be to be submitted via the Online Application Portal. Items to submit online 1. Prepare a link to an introduction video of no more than 2 minutes to submit along with your application. The video to briefly include the following: · Introduction about yourself · Reason you are interested in joining the NUS Enterprise Summer Programme in Entrepreneurship. (30 seconds) · Pitch a business proposal which highlights a problem you wish to solve and explain how you plan to address it. If you have a startup, pitch the problem solution. (1 min) · Any other information that you would like to share with us (awards, relevant experience, intention to further studies, etc.) (30 seconds) [Note: Please ensure that your video URL is set to public visibility] 2. Prepare an A4 paged Business Plan to articulate an idea you are working on/ plan to pursue, including the stage your idea is at. 3. Submit a copy of your latest Curriculum Vitae (CV). 4. Submit other relevant supporting documents as stated here: List of Documents Summer Programme Student Policy Expand Programme Students will only be considered successfully enrolled as an NUS Enterprise Summer Student after payment has been made. Failure to make payment before the given deadline without any valid reason will be deemed as withdrawal from the programme. All students who attain 100% attendance and fulfil all assessment requirements for the programme will be awarded a Certificate of Participation from NUS Enterprise at the end of the programme. Withdrawal Policy To withdraw from the NUS Enterprise Summer Programme in Entrepreneurship, you must submit a written request to necbox13@nus.edu.sg and receive written confirmation of your withdrawal. Programme fees will be refunded according to the terms outlined below. Date of Withdrawal Tuition Fee Refund (%) At least 30 calendar days before the Commencement Date of the NUS Enterprise Summer Programme in Entrepreneurship 90 14-29 calendar days before the Commencement Date of the NUS Enterprise Summer Programme in Entrepreneurship 30 Less than 14 calendar days before the Commencement Date of the NUS Enterprise Summer Programme in Entrepreneurship No refund Students nominated for exchange by their home university or agency must also inform their home university or agency coordinator on their withdrawal. FAQs Expand We have compiled answers to Frequently Asked Questions we receive. If your question has not been answered in the FAQ, you may write in to us at necbox13@nus.edu.sg. 1. I am a high school student / working adult. Am I eligible for the programme? The NUS Enterprise Summer Programme in Entrepreneurship is designed for undergraduate students currently enrolled in a university (from any discipline). 2. (For Non-NUS Applicants) What other supporting documents do I need to submit during application? Besides the introduction video, business plan and CV, you will need to submit the following documents: A copy of your Passport page which shows your name and nationality. A copy of your Academic Transcript with grade legend issued by your Home University (with English translation, if applicable). A letter from your Home University indicating your expected graduation date and current student status in the University A copy of your English Language requirement, if your Home University medium is not in English. 3. How many students will be in the Summer Programme? The 2025 NUS Enterprise Summer Programme in Entrepreneurship hosted close to 320 students from 28 countries. These students come from a diverse range of nationalities and academic backgrounds. 4. What kind of accommodation will be provided and what is the duration of stay? Participants enrolled in the NUS Enterprise Summer Programme in Entrepreneurship will be offered on-campus accommodation, featuring a single-person living space equipped with a single bed, ceiling fan, writing desk and chair, bookshelf, wardrobe, and mobile pedestal. Please note that accommodation is exclusive to programme participants, and non-participants are not permitted to stay. The University reserves the right to make changes as necessary. The on-campus accommodation is provided for the duration of the programme only. Accommodation check-in will be a day before the start of the programme and check-out will be the day after the last day of the programme (before 12 noon). We do not provide services for extending stay beyond the two-week programme period. 5. I am unable to attend some days of the programme due to personal reasons. Am i allowed to take leave? A full-day commitment (8am to 6pm or 7pm) is required for the entire two weeks. Missing more than one day of classes with valid reason will result in not meeting the programme requirements. Contact Us Expand For enquiries, kindly write to necbox13@nus.edu.sg Follow us on our Facebook, Instagram and TikTok pages to receive the latest information about the programme. Testimonials Expand What Our Alumni Said “From this program, I've picked up 2 major insights that have really filled in the gaps and connected the dots in my venture creation journey. Learning how to stay financially viable and make a social impact (Prof. Wong). Integrating social impact into your business model from the start and weaving it into your vision. 'Why YOU? Why this Issue? What values do you have inside yourself?' Having strong answers to these questions isn't just important; it is a key to creating a powerful brand for yourself and the company, engaging initial customers, and getting investors on board. With these learning in mind, together with everything else I've learned, I feel much more confident in myself. Now I can clearly see what I want to do, who I want to serve, and I can image the values and impacts that I want to bring to them along the way.” Ino Saki, Japan, 2024 participant “At first I didn't really know what to expect for this program. Having learnt Entrepreneurship prior to joining program made me curious to what the curriculum would be. However, after attending the clan, fireside, lectures and various activities, I would say that this is the most fun summer I have ever had. I had the privilege to stay with one of the best clan, with amazing people and leaders from different backgrounds. There were so many amazing moments that I will remember for a long time.” Viriyasuebphong Apichai, Thailand, 2024 participant “The one word to summarise my experience is: fun. I genuinely enjoyed the lectures, the amazing race, meeting all the international students from all walks of life, getting to know stuff about their home countries, as well as getting to know the entrepreneurial community within NUS. It was an action-packed 2 weeks that I will miss and recommend to my friends.” Victoria Wong Xinru, Singapore, 2024 participant “The programme was an enriching and transformative experience for participants. Throughout the programme, budding entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds came together to learn, collaborate, and innovate. The programme was well-structured, offering a mix of workshops, mentorship sessions, and networking opportunities. During the workshops, I gained valuable insights into various aspects of entrepreneurship. The programme also encouraged collaboration and teamwork. I had the opportunity to understand the different cultures from the various countries as well.” Reasey Serei Neath, Cambodia, 2023 participant “I had the opportunity to visit unicorn companies, listen to inspiring talks on innovation and interact with business leaders. I was left in awe in every learning journey. It showed me the overall potential of a small startup idea in a less intimating, and far inspiring manner. Somehow, it gave me the confidence to start my own company and make it a unicorn as well.” Lapinid Jericho Albert Gahi, Philippines, 2023 participant “I made tons of new international friends during the program and made a bunch of new core memories. The program was insightful (gave me lots of lessons about entrepreneurship and how to build a startup, as well as a deep dive into tech companies in Singapore), super fun, and gave me a broader view of how the culture in Singapore is, and other Southeast Asian countries. It was such a great experience, though it lasted for only 2 weeks (I wished it had been longer).” Michale Tjandradjaja, Indonesia, 2023 participant
