Graduate Certificate in Asian and Global History
Candidates pursuing the programme will study the history of diverse cultures and societies across Asia and the world. They will also acquire in-depth knowledge of Singaporean history and understand the dynamic narratives that shape the nation-state’s national identity. The broad mix of courses will help to hone graduates’ cross-cultural empathies and tolerance for difference, enabling them to thrive in different cultural settings.
Admission Criteria
Applicants for the Graduate Certificate coursework programme should have the following qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree.
- At least two years of relevant work experience.
- Candidates with other qualifications and experience may be considered on a case by case basis, subject to approval by the Faculty/School.
- Proof of competency in English is not required.
Applications
Applications to pursue the programmes must be submitted online.
| Programmes | Intake | Application Period | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grad Cert | Sem 1 | 6 May to 5 June | End Jul |
To apply for the Graduate Certificate programme, please submit your application via the online system.
Fees
Fees is payable at SGD$3,820 (inclusive of GST) per course for AY2024-25 irrespective of nationality. In addition, candidates are also required to pay other miscellaneous student fees as decided by the University.
* GST is charged at a prevailing rate of 9% from year 2024.
Candidature
The majority of candidates will likely be able to complete the programme in 1 semester if they read it full-time. Those pursuing it part-time are likely to complete the programme in 2 to 6 semesters. International students on student visa must be enrolled in the programme full-time. Students residing in Singapore may enrol for part-time study.
The maximum candidature periods are as follows:
| MA (full-time) | 36 mths |
| MA (part-time) | 48 mths |
| Graduate Diploma | 36 mths |
| Graduate Certificate | 36 mths |
Continuation and Graduation Requirements
To obtain a Graduate Certificate in Asian and Global History, students must
- Pass 12 units comprising
- HY5305, and
- 2 primary field courses
- Obtain a minimum GPA of 2.50
Further Education
Grades and units earned by candidates in the Graduate Certificate programme or while reading individual graduate courses may be transferred towards fulfilling the requirements of a Graduate Diploma or MA Coursework programme, subject to approval by the Faculty.
- Each course to be transferred should have been read and completed within the last 10 years. The application for such transfers may be rejected if it is deemed that the contents of the course(s) in question are no longer relevant or not of comparable content and level. Candidates are advised to apply for the transfers within the first month of candidature.
- The average GPA of all courses allowed for grade and credit transfer to a Graduate Diploma programme must be at least 2.75.
- The average GPA of all courses allowed for grade and credit transfer to a MA Coursework programme must be at least 3.00.
For more information on earning the MA in Asian and Global History while holding a Graduate Certificate in Asian and Global History, click here.
For more information on earning the MA in Applied and Public History while holding a Graduate Certificate in Asian and Global History, click here.
Coures
The course descriptions can be found here, and the timetable can be found here.
| Course Code | Course Title |
|---|---|
| Core Course | |
| HY5305 | Approaches to World History |
| Primary Field Courses | |
| HY5210 | Approaches to Modern Southeast Asian History |
| HY5211 | Approaches to Modern East Asian History |
| HY5303 | Problems in Cultural History |
| HY5304 | Imperialism and Empires: Historical Approaches |
| HY5401 | Historiography on China |
| HY5402 | Reconsidering the Cold War |
| HY5403 | Interpreters of Southeast Asian Pasts |
| HY5412 | Studying Singaporean History |
| HY5413 | Special Topics in Asian and Global History |