Life isn't divided up into neat disciplinary boxes. Learning about the world shouldn't be boxed in either.
Why limit learning to just one box? At the Department of Southeast Asian Studies, we break free from narrow disciplinary boundaries and offer a dynamic, subject-oriented curriculum. Our truly interdisciplinary approach blends diverse perspectives and methodologies from the humanities and social sciences, all deeply rooted in local experiences and knowledge. For students seeking a more holistic way to explore the world, this is where your journey begins.
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FASS Student Leadership Award (2014/2015)
The Department of Southeast Asian Studies is pleased to announce that our student, Khoo Yi Feng (ARS3), has been awarded the FASS Student Leadership Award for AY2014/2015 for his contributions towards the Chua Thian Poh Community Leadership Programme. The FASS Student Leadership Award (FSLA) recognises student leaders beyond academic excellence, and aims to reward students who …
Closure over Jubilee Weekend
The Department of Southeast Asian Studies will be closed throughout Jubilee Weekend (7 to 10 August 2015), which is officially non-business day. The Department of Southeast Asian Studies wishes Singapore a Happy Golden Jubilee!
Archaeologists in need of funds and resources
Monday 27 July 2015, The Straits Times. Singapore’s two archaeologists, dogged for years by lack of interest in the field and scant resources, are hoping the Government will pump “several million dollars” into the discipline, to pay for more staff and activities over the next 50 years. Mr Lim Chen Sian, who led a recent Empress Place dig which yielded artefacts such as …
General Office Operating Hours on Eve of Hari Raya Puasa and on Hari Raya Puasa
The Department of Southeast Asian Studies general office operating hours will be open from 8:00am to 1:00pm on eve of Hari Raya Puasa (Thursday, 16 July 2015). We will be closed on Friday, 17 July 2015 for Hari Raya Puasa public holiday.
General Office Operating Hours during Ramadhan
The Department of Southeast Asian Studies general office operating hours will be as follows during this month of Ramadhan (18 June to 15 July): Monday – Thursday: 08:00am – 5:30pm Friday: 08:00am – 5:00pm We will close from 1:30pm – 2:00pm for break during this period. Thank you for your understanding and apologies for any …