Why FASS?
INDUSTRY TRACKS
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Welcome to the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS) of the National University of Singapore! Founded in 1929, FASS is one of the the largest faculties in the National University of Singapore, encompassing 16 Departments with a wide range of academic offerings in the Humanities, Social Sciences, Asian Studies and Language Studies. Together with our special programmes (such as Double Degree opportunities, special degrees with overseas partners, concurrent degrees, our
FASStrack Asia Summer School, and a wide range of overseas Student Exchange Programme opportunities), FASS offers one of the most comprehensive and enriching educational experiences globally. FASS has a long tradition of teaching excellence, with many teaching award winners bringing their enthusiasm and experience directly to students in our classrooms. Do take your time to explore our website and discover all that we have in store for you!
Why FASS?
FASS PREPARES YOU FOR THE FUTURE
An FASS education equips you with skills that will never go out of demand. Faculty core courses ensure that all students receive training in the key domains of writing, expression, and communication, while classes in your chosen major bolster your research skills and critical-thinking abilities. In addition to imparting these skills, FASS also offers extensive career guidance and awards academic credits for internships.
FASS EMPOWERS YOU TO MAP YOUR OWN JOURNEY
The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences offers an extensive range of degree options that spans 16 Departments, 20 Majors, and 15 Multidisciplinary Minors. Its curriculum strikes the perfect balance of breadth and depth, while maintaining a flexibility that empowers you to map your own journey. Minors? Check. Double Majors? Sure. Special Degree Programmes? We have them all.
FASS STUDIES WHAT DEFINES HUMANITY
How will the Budget affect different segments of society? What does the Trump presidency mean for the rest of the world? What can archaeological explorations reveal about Singapore’s history? What is the role of the media in a democracy? From questions about individuals and interpersonal interactions to those that concern latest developments on the global stage, students and scholars of the humanities and social sciences shed light on the very issues that define humanity and makes life worthwhile.
FASS EXPANDS YOUR WORLDVIEW
FASS has more than 200 Partner Universities spread across the world, from Asia to the Americas and Europe. Programmes vary in duration: from week-long fieldtrips and research attachments to semester-long exchange and homestay programmes, we guarantee that these overseas adventures will enhance your confidence, hone your problem-solving skills, and expand your worldview.
Quick Facts
World-Class Education
FASS is ranked 7th in the World in the Social Sciences, and 12th in the Arts and Humanities
(QS World University Rankings 2022)
Comprehensive Offerings
16 Departments catering to the strengths and passions to our students, with more than 700 courses on offer each semester
Teaching Excellence
400 award-winning faculty members commited to teaching excellence and advancing research frontiers
88% of FASS graduates find employment within 6 months of graduation.
Future-Ready
FASS graduates are equipped with skills that are disruption-proof. 88% of all graduates find employment within six months of graduation (MOE Graduate Employment Survey 2018)
International Partnerships
FASS has more than 200 Partner Universities globally, from Asia to the Americas and Europe. More than 7 out of 10 FASS students go on overseas learning experiences
Illustrious Alumni
FASS has produced tens of thousands of graduates since its establishment in 1929. Many have gone on to become respected leaders in Singapore, in both the public and private sectors
Hear From our Students
I enjoyed my time tremendously in NUS FASS and NUS linguistics, and found the experience to be immensely fulfilling and enriching —intellectually challenging and very stimulating, yet lively, invigorating and at a comfortable and suitable pace, with tutors and friends who were not only friendly, approachable and sincere, but also critical, rigorous and uncompromising in ensuring a holistic education for me at FASS.
Kevin Martens Wong, Class of 2017
Linguistics Major
My education at FASS has been exciting and fulfilling. FASS’ interdisciplinary philosophy means that even as a political science major, I do not study issues in isolation, but can draw on knowledge from various other disciplines. This is crucial in gaining a better understanding of the world’s issues today. The professors here value student learning and development, and try their best to help us succeed, both in school and in our future careers.
Lim Mingxun
Political Science Major
“While I enrolled in FASS for its reputable Psychology programme, the education that I received was a multidisciplinary one. The flexibility of the curriculum allows me to explore interests outside of my major, such as Film Art, Geopolitics, Philosophy, and even Spanish! I also spent a semester at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada, which was incredibly fulfilling and eye-opening. As our world prepares for the Fourth Industrial Revolution, it is entirely the insights into humanity from the different lenses of the humanities and social sciences that are especially grounding and important today.”
Delia Poh Xue Qi
Psychology Major
There are just too many things to love about FASS. I enrolled in FASS because of the wide variety of disciplines available for one to choose from. Many of the classes are well-structured and encourage students to utilize critical thinking and open discussions rather than just rote memorization and regurgitation.
In FASS, I have had the chance to take a diverse range of courses such as Public Speaking, Cultural Studies and Medical Sociology which allowed me to broaden my perspectives and deepen my interests in the fields I would love to pursue.
Besides the enriching academic culture, I am grateful for the various opportunities that FASS have rendered me since I was admitted. From being a Frisbee Captain at Arts Open to participating in my first ever fashion show (Catwalk-on-the-Green) and to experience a semester abroad (SEP), FASS has inspired me time and time again to step out of my comfort zone and has mould me into a more confident and resilient person.
Of course, my life in FASS will never be complete without mentioning two other things – awesome friends and good food!
One of the greatest take-away for me from FASS is probably the strong social support system and the network of like-minded friends and people!
BONUS: You will probably find the best Laksa Yong Tau Foo at FASS Deck too!
NICHOLAS SEAH
Sociology Major
Participated In A Student Exchange Programme to the University Of Toronto