Graduate Coursework Programme
Graduate Coursework Programme
Graduate Diploma
Programme Overview
The Graduate Diploma in Global Sociology and Anthropology, offered by the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at NUS, is designed to address the dynamic challenges and opportunities the expedited globalisation has brought. This Graduate Diploma programme is tailored for professionals and lifelong learners seeking targeted knowledge and skills with relevance to contemporary social challenges.
Students will engage with advanced Sociological and Anthropological frameworks while applying them to real-world issues, particularly in the Asian context. Whether you're starting with a single certificate or planning to progress toward a master's degree, these programmes offer the flexibility and depth to meet your educational and career goals.
Admission Requirements
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Bachelor's Degree and at least two years of relevant work experience or practical experience.
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Candidates with other qualifications and experience may be considered on a case-by-case basis, subject to approval by the Graduate Studies Division, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.
Graduate Diploma Fee Structure
Full programme fee: $27,000 (without 9% GST)
Full programme fee: $29,430 (inclusive of 9% GST)
Programme Fee – Payment Schedule for AY2027/2028 Intake (Inclusive of 9% GST)
For full-time students, programme fee payment will be paid across two semesters.
For part-time students, programme fee payment will be paid across three semesters.
| Candidature | First semester | Second semester | Third semester |
| Full-time | $14,715 | $14,715 | N.A. |
| Part-time | $9,810 | $9,810 | $9,810 |
Graduate Diploma Curriculum
Graduation Requirements: To complete the Graduate Diploma, students be required to read and pass three core courses and three elective courses (total: 24 units) and obtain a minimum GPA of 2.75.
To earn a Graduate Diploma in the chosen specialization, a student must read and pass the three elective courses in the chosen specialization. Otherwise, the student will attain the Graduate Diploma with no specialization upon fulfilling the graduation requirements.
Core Curriculum
Three Specializations
GSA5101 Graduate Research Methods (Coursework)
GSA5102 Sociological Theory (Coursework)
GSA5103 Anthropological Theory (Coursework)
GSA5104 Quantitative Data Analysis (Coursework)
GSA5105 Qualitative Data Analysis (Coursework)
• Global Asia
• Population, Aging, and Health
• Culture, Society, and Economy