Engineering in Singapore (2026): JC Subject Planning Checklist (NUS/NTU/SUTD/SIT)

Q: What should I take in JC if I might apply for engineering?
A: Start with a conservative “engineering-safe” default plan, then verify programme-specific subject requirements on official admissions pages — because different universities and disciplines can set different prerequisites.

TL;DR If engineering is on the table, H2 Mathematics is usually the safest default.
Next, verify whether your target programmes require (or strongly recommend) a particular science subject.
Use the checklists below to avoid the common trap of “popular combination ≠ guaranteed eligibility”.

Status: Last reviewed 2026-01-23. Always verify using the official sources linked below.

Fast links

• Uni prerequisites planner (pillar): https://eclatinstitute.sg/blog/Singapore-University-Subject-Prerequisites-and-Subject-Planning-Guide-2026
• “Do I need H2 Math?” decision guide: https://eclatinstitute.sg/blog/Do-You-Need-H2-Math-for-University-in-Singapore-2026
• JC subject combination guide: https://eclatinstitute.sg/blog/jc-subject-combination-guide-singapore
• H3 vs Further Math (if you’re thinking about advanced maths): https://eclatinstitute.sg/blog/H3-Mathematics-Versus-Further-Mathematics-in-A-Level
• Missing prerequisites (bridging modules): https://eclatinstitute.sg/blog/Bridging-Modules-in-Singapore-Universities-2026
• MTL requirement (don’t get surprised late): https://eclatinstitute.sg/blog/MTL-Requirement-for-University-Admission-in-Singapore-2026
• ABA/holistic admissions checklist: https://eclatinstitute.sg/blog/Aptitude-Based-Admissions-ABA-Singapore-Universities-2026

1 | Choose your engineering “direction” first (so you know what to verify)

Engineering isn’t one thing. Before you pick subjects, decide which bucket you’re closest to:

• Electrical / electronics / computer engineering (often maths + physics heavy)
• Mechanical / aerospace (often maths + physics heavy)