FASS • CONTINUING EDUCATION AND TRAINING | YOUTH PROGRAMMES
The NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS) Youth Programmes offer a unique opportunity for students from around the world to engage with some of the most important questions shaping our societies today. Drawing on NUS’ strengths as Asia’s leading university and FASS’ internationally recognised expertise across the social sciences, humanities and Asian studies, these programmes provide students with an intellectually stimulating and globally relevant learning experience.
Through interdisciplinary learning, participants will explore contemporary issues such as artificial intelligence and society, leadership and governance, sustainability, media and communication, human behaviour, mental wellbeing, and Asia’s transformation in a rapidly changing world. Students will learn directly from NUS faculty members, engage in discussions on real-world challenges, and develop critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills that are increasingly valued in higher education and future careers.
Beyond the classroom, participants will experience the vibrant NUS campus environment and Singapore’s unique position as a global city and gateway to Asia. Through collaborative projects, presentations, and interactive learning activities, students will strengthen essential competencies in leadership, communication, teamwork, intercultural understanding, and global citizenship.
Whether you aspire to become a future leader, innovator, researcher, policymaker, entrepreneur, or changemaker, the NUS FASS Youth Programmes will inspire you to think critically, act responsibly, and contribute meaningfully to an increasingly interconnected world.
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Target Learners
School students above 15 years old
Programme Schedule
(Typical)
June to August
December to February
Programme Structure
On-campus:
Minimum 15 hours of classroom engagement over 1-2 weeks.
Online:
Minimum 18-24 hours of synchronous or blended learning over 3-6 weeks.
Certificate of Completion
Verifiable e-Certificate of Completion, issued by the National University of Singapore via Accredible
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FASS Youth Programmes
Contact us to discuss our range of programmes crafted to develop lifelong skills and enhance leadership capabilities, and collaborate on developing the Youth Programme that is just right for you in the following five key directions.
Smart Finance, Economics and Future Markets
Leadership, Governance & Competitiveness in a Data-Driven World
Asia’s Future Connectivity & Opportunities
Media, Culture & Communications
Psychology, Human Behavior & Digital Society
* See sample programme below.
Sample Programme | Smart Finance and the Future Economy: Ethics, Digital Society and Global Markets
COURSE OVERVIEW
This is a premium interdisciplinary programme designed to introduce the changing landscape of economics, finance and global markets in an increasingly digital, interconnected and uncertain world.
Drawing on key ideas from economics and philosophy, the course helps students understand not only how markets work, but also how individuals, businesses and governments make decisions under uncertainty, competing interests and ethical constraints. Students will explore how technology, data, artificial intelligence, financial innovation and geopolitical developments are reshaping business, trade, investment and economic policy.
Inspired by the interdisciplinary spirit of Philosophy and Economics, the course encourages students to approach real-world economic and social issues from multiple angles. While economics remains a central component of the programme, students will also be introduced to philosophical tools such as ethical reasoning, decision theory, fairness, responsibility and the evaluation of public choices.
Rather than focusing on technical finance or mathematical modelling, the course aims to develop economic thinking, financial literacy, ethical awareness and strategic decision-making. Through lectures, interactive discussions, simulations, case studies and project-based learning, students will gain practical insights into how economic and financial decisions affect businesses, societies and future careers.
By joining this course, students will be able to:
- Explain key economic principles and how they influence markets, business decisions and public policy.
- Analyse current trends in digital economies, financial innovation, global trade and future markets.
- Understand how ethical reasoning and decision-making frameworks can be applied to economic and financial issues.
- Interpret basic economic data and market information to support evidence-based decision-making.
- Evaluate the opportunities and risks created by emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and FinTech.
- Discuss how governments, businesses and individuals should respond to economic uncertainty, inequality, sustainability and global change.
- Apply interdisciplinary thinking to real-world business, financial and policy scenarios.
- Strengthen analytical, communication, teamwork and presentation skills through collaborative projects
PRE-REQUISITES
Target audience: Pre-university students and undergraduate students
Pre-requisite: Students should have a good command of English
COURSE STRUCTURE
| Lesson | Topics | Duration |
| 1 | Welcome and Course Introduction
Day 1: Economics, Markets and Human Decision-Making Key Topics: |
3 hours |
| 2 | Day 2: Business Strategy, Competition and Public Choices
Key Topics:
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3 hours |
| 3 | Day 3: Digital Economy and Financial Innovation
Key Topics:
Ethical issues in AI, data use and financial decision-making |
3 hours |
| 4 | Day 4: Global Markets, Sustainability and Future Challenges
Key Topics:
Responsibility, trust and regulation in future markets |
3 hours |
| 5 | Final assessment – group showcase/mini presentation
Day 5: Applied Economics and Ethics Challenge Project-based learning activity. Students work in teams to analyse a contemporary economic, financial or business issue. They may be asked to propose a strategic solution while considering both economic outcomes and ethical implications. Possible project themes:
Students may present their analysis through a short group presentation, debate or policy/business proposal. |
3 hours |
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Last updated: 20 March 2026