Welcome

The Department of Social Work at FASS started in 1952 and provides professional social work education at the Undergraduate, Post-Graduate Diploma, Masters and PhD level. We have a dynamic team of faculty and students who are passionate about enhancing social well-being along the individual to societal levels using a variety of methods relevant to today's society.

Vision

To be a leading educational and research institution within the international social work community, providing a distinctive Asian perspective in social work and social development.

Mission

  1. To produce and develop competent social work graduates who can contribute to the well-being of society by:
    • Promoting the social functioning of people within the environment from the perspectives of the individual, family and community;
    • Enabling the development of human potential to the fullest;
    • Undertaking research and creating awareness and understanding of social issues and social change.
  2. To lead in the development and promotion of regional social work education, practice and research in collaboration with Asian and other international partners.

News

August 13, 2021

New NUS Dean of Arts and Social Sciences Appointed

Professor Lionel Wee will be appointed the new dean of the NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS) and co-dean of the College of Humanities and Sciences from 1 October 2021.

July 29, 2021

From Careers for a Lifetime, to a Lifetime of Careers

The top skills desired by employers will include critical thinking, analysis, problem-solving and self-management skills such as active learning, resilience, stress tolerance and flexibility.

July 28, 2021

NUS CHS Case Competition: Driving EV Adoption in Singapore

The just-released problem statement for NUS CHS’ inaugural Case Competition – Encouraging electric vehicle (EV) ownership in Singapore – is an important real-world topic of especial relevance to us all, as the nation is driving toward a future of electric mobility that is essential to the Singapore Green Plan 2030.

July 28, 2021

Strong Interest in Interdisciplinary Learning With High Acceptance Rates

NUS President Professor Tan Eng Chye discusses the University’s recent interdisciplinary initiatives – the setting up of the College of Humanities and Sciences (CHS) and the new Common Curriculum for the Faculty of Engineering and the School of Design and Environment – and the importance of lifelong learning in ensuring that students are adaptable and future-ready.

July 28, 2021

Fei Yue Community Services Launches Outstanding Intern Scheme

Eligible students will each receive a once-off education allowance of S$3000 and embark on a fulfilling career in Fei Yue as a full-time Social Worker upon their graduation.

July 22, 2021

SSR Receives S$1.4 Million for Capability Development Programme

The Social Service Research Centre (SSR) at the National University of Singapore’s (NUS) Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences has received a S$1.4 million boost from the Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF) and Tote Board for a Capability Development Programme for the next three years.

July 10, 2021

Creating New Internship Opportunities: Engaging Employers to See Value in Humanities and Social Sciences

Mr Jonathan Sim, instructor from the Department of Philosophy, describes how he engaged with local employers to open internship opportunities to humanities and social sciences students who would not previously have been considered.

June 27, 2021

Commencement 2021: Special Message of Congratulations to the Classes of 2020 and 2021!

Faculty and students talk about what life has been for them this past year, what they miss about campus life, and extend words of advice and congratulations to the graduating Classes of 2020 and 2021.

June 17, 2021

Meet the Neighbours: The Seven Animals You’ll Spot in NUS

Beyond the lecture theatres, classrooms and student hangout spots, it is hard to miss the lush greenery that surrounds NUS. This has made the campus environs not only a second home for staff and students, but also a place for a wide range of biodiversity to call home.

June 9, 2021

NUS CHS Case Competition: Solutions for Tomorrow

The NUS College of Humanities and Sciences has launched the Case Competition Series. Register your interest now!

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