What is Political Science?

The famous philosopher Aristotle once remarked that "politics is the art of living together". Political science explores how political decisions and institutions, within and between states, make this possible. At NUS, we put the spotlight on Asian and Comparative Politics, International Relations, Political Theory, Governance and Public Policy and the Government and Politics of Singapore.

As a student of Political Science, you will be encouraged to pursue your own interests and projects and you will be able to work with internationally prominent researchers and award-winning teachers. Our graduates are always in demand and go on to pursue successful professional careers in many sectors, including the civil service, education, business, finance, law and media.

News & Events

February 21, 2024

NUS Political Science hosts Indonesian delegation for Information Session

On the 5th of February, 2024, the Department of Political Science at the National University of Singapore (NUS), alongside the Political Science Society of NUS (PSSOC), invited a delegation comprising over 130 students and educators from SMA Sabilillah Malang School, Indonesia.

February 16, 2024

The Political Science Society of NUS (PSSOC)’s Singapore Foreign Policy Dialogue II with Mr Bilahari Kausikan on 3rd November 2023

On 3rd November 2023, the Political Science Society of NUS (PSSOC), in conjunction with the NUS Political Science Department, organised the second iteration of the Singapore Foreign Policy dialogue.

February 2, 2024

Elections and Youth

A column in Lianhe Zaobao by Chen Zhan Tian, an undergraduate student from NUS Political Science and NUS Chinese Studies

December 22, 2023

Southeast Asia’s Path in an Age of Limited US Leadership

Op-Ed on CNA Online by Associate Professor Chong Ja Ian from NUS Political Science.

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