Through a harmonious blend of interdisciplinary training and a sharp focus on policy issues, the Global Studies Programme has been meticulously crafted to nurture a new generation of global leaders and informed citizens. Our students emerge with a unique combination of expertise and innovative critical thinking, empowering them to confront the complex challenges facing humanity in the 21st century. Join us on this intellectual journey as we explore the ever-evolving landscape of Global Studies and prepare to shape a better tomorrow.

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March 5, 2026

New Centre for Computational Social Science and Humanities at NUS to advance interdisciplinary research on complex societal challenges

By combining technological innovation with human insight, the Centre for Computational Social Science and Humanities (CSSH) aims to generate research that improves lives, strengthens institutions, preserves cultural knowledge, and shapes more inclusive and resilient societies in Singapore and beyond.

July 28, 2024

Hamizah Myra Bounced Back after Losing her Father, Getting Pregnant at 17, and Graduates as Valedictorian

A feature on FASS and NUS alumna Hamizah Myra (NUS Global Studies and NUS Sociology ’24).

July 21, 2023

NUS Seafarers Take to Sea Once Again on Voyages to Indonesia’s Anambas Islands

The NUS Seafarers headed out to the Anambas Islands in Indonesia on two voyages in April and May, exploring diverse communities, enterprises, and environments scattered across the archipelago.

March 14, 2023

NUS Open House: More than 7.7M Visitors Drawn to Action-Packed Showcase over 10 Days

NUS Open House 2023 saw a strong showing by visitors eager to find out about the University’s academic programmes, as it returned in from 25 February to 6 March. Some 7.71 million visitors attended the physical and online showcase which involved 3,071 faculty and staff, students and alumni.

March 12, 2023

NUS Open House: More than 7.7M Visitors Drawn to Action-Packed Showcase over 10 Days

NUS Open House 2023 saw a strong showing by visitors eager to find out about the University’s academic programmes, as it returned in from 25 February to 6 March. Some 7.71 million visitors attended the physical and online showcase which involved 3,071 faculty and staff, students and alumni.

February 28, 2023

FASS Inspiring Mentor 2022 Award Winners Announced

Congratulations to the winners of the 2022 FASS Inspiring Mentor Awards!

February 25, 2023

The NUS Career Compass 2023

Find out how the University has developed and broadened our curriculum to better prepare our graduates for the swiftly evolving workplace, and how interdisciplinary learning can help students solve complex issues in our society.

February 23, 2023

CHS at NUS Open House 2023: Download the FASS Essentials on 27 February 2023

On 27 February, get the full download on the essentials of academic programmes, student life, career preparation, overseas opportunities and financial aid at CHS via Zoom in the ‘virtual’ edition of CHS@NUS Open House 2023.

February 11, 2023

A Winning Vision of a City on Cleaner Energy in 2060

NUS undergrads crowned national champions of Shell Singapore’s ‘Imagine the Future Scenarios’ competition.

November 5, 2022

The Half-life of Knowledge

How should a fresh graduate, filled with aspirations to change the world, deal with the harsh reality that a significant portion of their undergraduate training may be rendered irrelevant by the simple passage of time?