Dr. Intan Mokhtar

Associate Professor

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Biography

Intan Azura Mokhtar is an Associate Professor and Assistant Provost at the Singapore Institute of Technology, where she directs the Community Leadership Social Innovation Centre (CLASIC). She specializes in Community-Engaged Learning, Social Innovation, and Change Management within the social and educational contexts. Intan coordinates and teaches modules in these areas for undergraduate degree programs, emphasizing sustainable development and public policy engagement. With over 80 published journal and conference papers, her extensive experience spans more than 20 years in both public and private education sectors. Prior to joining SIT, Intan was an Assistant Professor at the National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University, where she taught courses to educational leaders and policymakers. She has also worked in the UAE at Abu Dhabi University, focusing on Educational Technology. Intan holds a PhD in Information Studies from Nanyang Technological University and a Master's degree in Public Administration from the National University of Singapore. She actively collaborates on various initiatives addressing the UN Sustainable Development Goals and is known for her commitment to fostering social equity through education and community engagement.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2017-07-01 — Present

Singapore Institute of Technology • Singapore

Lead various academic programs and initiatives in Social Innovation and Community-Engaged Learning.

Assistant Professor

2012-01-01 — 2017-01-01

National Institute of Education, Nanyang Technological University • Singapore

Taught policy and leadership courses and supervised teachers in practice.

Assistant Professor

2008-01-01 — 2012-01-01

Abu Dhabi University • United Arab Emirates

Supervised trainee teachers in primary education.

Awards

#2025

Society Education Research Development Sustainability Award

2025-01-01
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Fulbright US-ASEAN Visiting Scholar Award

2023-01-01
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Excellence Teaching Award

Requirements for Singapore Institute of Technology

Bachelor Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Polytechnic Diploma in Engineering or related field GCE A-Level with passes in Mathematics and Physics/Chemistry Mathematics at H2 level preferred
Application Checklist
  • Official academic transcripts
  • Copy of NRIC or Passport
  • Personal Statement
  • Letters of Recommendation (optional for UG)
  • Portfolio (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Includes programs like Aerospace Engineering and Mechanical Engineering (SIT-UofG joint degrees).