Minor Programmes
For students admitted from AY2019/2020 onwards, the Unit requirement for a Minor is at least 20 Units, of which at least 12 Units for any Minor must be taken from outside the entire set of courses that are listed for the major(s)/another minor that the student is taking/has taken.
Please note that Students on Exchange Programme (SEP) are not allowed to use dummy codes for course mapping.
Aquatic Ecology
A Minor programme offered by the Department of Biological Sciences, in collaboration with Department of Geography
The Minor in Aquatic Ecology introduces students to the fascinating worlds of marine and freshwater ecosystems, while building the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to study them. As interest in aquatic sciences grows across government, industry, and society, there is increasing demand for graduates with expertise in ecology and water environments.
This Minor complements core training in majors such as Life Sciences and Geography, offering students a valuable interdisciplinary edge. It also provides strong preparation for careers in Singapore’s key environmental institutions, including the Public Utilities Board (PUB), National Environment Agency (NEA), National Parks Board (NParks), Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA), Tropical Marine Science Institute (TMSI), and the DHI Group.
This is an Open Minor.
Geosciences
A Cross-Disciplinary Minor in Geosciences by the Faculty of Arts and the Faculty of Science
The Minor in Geosciences focuses on the sciences of the Earth and its environment, examining the physical and chemical processes that shape natural resources, hazards, and surface processes. Students will explore how environmental processes function, how human activities impact the Earth system, and how geoscientific knowledge can inform environmental management, hazard mitigation, and responses to climate and environmental change.
This Minor appeals to students interested in climate and environmental change, natural hazards, risk management, and sustainable land use. It is especially valuable for Science students seeking an environmental focus, Geography students who want a stronger scientific foundation, and Engineering students looking to complement environmental technology training. The program strengthens analytical and predictive skills, enhances awareness of environmental processes, and supports career opportunities with international applied geosciences companies based in Singapore.
This is an Open Minor.
GIS
Better decisions through Geographical Information Systems
This programme is open to students from both Junior Colleges and Polytechnics, offering a subject that bridges the disciplines of Arts and Science.
Geographical Information Systems introduces a powerful technique that can be used to understand past events, address present-day challenges, and anticipate future trends. NUS students now have the opportunity to pursue a Minor in GIS, one of today’s most dynamic and rapidly evolving fields in technology.
This is an Open Minor.
Urban Studies
Jointly Offered By Department of Geography (FASS) and Department of Real Estate (NUS Business School)
It is estimated that the world’s urban population recently surpassed 50% of the total population. Asia remains less than 50% urbanised but is one of the most rapidly urbanising regions on Earth. International linkages between urban management professionals of various kinds are also increasing and Singapore is seen as a leader in many aspects of urban management, policy and planning. For these and other reasons, opportunities for urban professionals are likely to continue to increase.
This is an Open Minor.
Env Sustainability
A Minor programme offered by the Department of Biological Sciences
Urgent actions to tackle environmental issues are increasingly global as well as Singapore’s national agenda, and the transition to a Green Economy has created a high demand for green skills.
Two key challenges in the current undergraduate curriculum to address those needs are:
- Building multi-disciplinary capabilities with depth as well as breadth
- Bridging theoretical knowledge to the fast-changing needs of the sustainability field
This Minor Programme in Environmental Sustainability is an Open Minor.