Dr. Teik Kwik

Associate Professor

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Biography

Teik Beng Jeffrey Kwik is currently an Associate Professor at the Singapore Institute of Technology, focusing on environmental sustainability research and education. He previously worked as a senior researcher at the National University of Singapore, where he studied community ecology and biology in aquatic habitats. As a lecturer at the University of Queensland, he coordinated marine biology programs and taught courses related to aquaculture and fish husbandry at Temasek Polytechnic. His expertise includes trophic community ecology, growth and development, invasive biology, reproductive biology, and sensory biology of fish. Teik has been actively involved in projects commissioned by the Public Utilities Board (PUB) that focus on water sustainability, investigating freshwater fish communities and the environmental impacts of floating solar panels. He is currently developing the Rotary-SIT Mangrove Conservatory project to promote research and outreach in mangrove ecosystems.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Singapore Institute of Technology • Singapore

Conducts research and teaches on environmental sustainability.

Senior Researcher

— Present

National University of Singapore • Singapore

Studied community ecology and biology in aquatic habitats.

Lecturer

— Present

University of Queensland • Australia

Coordinated Australian marine biology programs.

Lecturer

— Present

Temasek Polytechnic • Singapore

Taught aquaculture, fish husbandry, health and disease management.

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).