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PREPARING STUDENTS FOR TOMORROW’S WORLD

Tomorrow’s world will bring challenges and dilemmas, both foreseen and unforeseen, that will require agile, dynamic leadership and a global vision.

As the world changes, so should the nature of our education system. To navigate and thrive in our increasingly complex world, our students, tomorrow’s thought-leaders and change-makers, need to be critical-thinkers, problem-solvers, skilled communicators, entrepreneurial and creative.

NUS’ new University Town (UTown) initiative lies at the heart of the University’s endeavour to equip our students with these key 21st century skills.

NUS is seeking philanthropic support to allow us to offer an education at UTown that goes beyond the government-supported model.

Living and Learning

UTown, a residential college programme, the first of its kind in Singapore, blurs the traditional divisions between living and learning, between academic and non-academic pursuits. The UTown campus is home to undergraduates, postgraduates, researchers and staff, arts and sporting facilities, food and beverage outlets, with plenty of space for informal learning.

The small classes – 15 students to a class – are designed for dialogue, and thanks to the residential colleges, the conversations continue long after the classes have ended. The UTown residents – both staff and students – are drawn from a variety of disciplines and from more than 40 nationalities, which makes for multi-faceted discussions, whatever the topic. Living alongside professors and researchers, students are immersed 24/7 in an intellectually vibrant, multi-cultural milieu where the spirit of debate and enquiry rule. This unique experience will engender a strong sense of community and create a life-long bond between students and the alma mater.

Learning In and Out of the Classroom

UTown offers a host of formal and informal learning opportunities.

The University Town College Programme, which is offered at Tembusu College and the College of Alice & Peter Tan, comprises Junior and Senior Seminars. The Junior Seminar takes a cross-disciplinary look at a variety of topics, such as Humanising Technology or Culture and Cognition, while the Senior Seminar focuses on significant global issues from Singapore and Asian perspectives.

The University Scholars Programme, housed at UTown, offers seminar-style modules to develop interdisciplinary thinking. All the modules at UTown are aligned to the University’s requirements for graduation.

New Experience for a New Generation

UTown is pioneering the Programme to Advance Critical Thinking and Writing, which is premised on the assumption that effective communication, which is a vital skill in our globalised economy, stems from the ability to think clearly and critically. Students are trained to discuss and analyse information from an interdisciplinary perspective and to put forward evidence-based arguments to support their analysis.

Through the Chua Thian Poh Community Leadership Programme and the Capstone Experience, students are given opportunities to apply academic discipline in addressing real-world issues and challenges. The collaborations and engagements with the social service organisations and communities are critical in developing future leaders who are intellectually engaged in social and community issues; and are passionate about addressing these concerns.

Additionally, small groups of students interact with captains of industry, scientists, writers, ambassadors and policy makers at the Master’s Tea sessions; and debate current and often contentious issues with seasoned academics and diplomats at the Tembusu Forum.

Through such experiences, we hope to nurture graduates with the intellectual ability and passion to contribute to society and make a difference to tomorrow’s world.

STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAMMES

Your gift will give our students the opportunity to study both here and abroad and help prepare them for success in tomorrow's globalised world. Student Exchange Programmes allow students to see what it's like and learn in another country, which is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for many people.

Help Students Explore a New Way of Life

With the exposure, student exhibit higher cultural capital, cultural awareness and acceptance of cultural variety. The talents and traits students will gain studying abroad, as well as new perspectives and willingness to step outside of their comfort zone, will serve them well in all aspects of life.

To find out more about named student exchange awards at the University, please click the link below to review the list of named awards, as published in Changing Lives: Named Student Experience Awards

Changing Lives: Named Student Experience Awards

SCHOLARSHIPS

It is our mission to harness the transformative power of education and create a thriving academic community that enriches lives, sparks innovation, and fosters success. Your gifts to our scholarship initiatives contribute significantly to this vision, creating meaningful impact and empowering our students to rise above their limitations and reach their fullest potential.

Exemplary individuals, who show exceptional talent, drive and a commitment to excellence are rewarded scholarships based on merit, further empowering them to elevate their unique skills and aspirations.

We also believe in providing an accessible and inclusive environment for all, underpinned by our steadfast commitment to excellence. Scholarships serve as a catalyst, bridging the gap between aspirations and realities, and enabling promising students from diverse backgrounds to further their education, irrespective of their financial circumstances.

CREATING A NEXT GENERATION OF LEADERS

At NUS, we want to open doors of life-changing opportunities to students from all backgrounds within our campus. To make this possible, we need philanthropic support to create and start scholarships. This ensures a world-class University education is within reach of deserving students.

Your generous gift will help bridge the gap between their community and access to education, while recognising their relentless efforts in overcoming adversities, striving for academic excellence, and contributing to societal betterment.

REWARDING ABILITY AND APTITUDE THROUGH SCHOLARSHIPS

Talented, driven students should be recognised and enabled to soar. When you sponsor scholarships, your generosity does more than cover fees. It acknowledges the brilliance of these students and amplifies their potential to shape our world. Your contribution to NUS scholarships can enhance the student journey in the following ways:

Supports their pursuit of top-tier University education.
Enables them to graduate with minimised debt, setting them on a path to financial prosperity from the outset.
Ensures a holistic University experience, including stays at NUS' esteemed residential colleges.
Offers opportunities to immerse in transformative international educational programmes.

NUS has a longstanding tradition of providing scholarships, a tradition made possible through the kind-heartedness of sponsors. The various named scholarships you will see via the link below demonstrate how the generosity of forward-thinking donors like you helps keep this valuable tradition alive.

Recognising Excellence: Named Scholarships

BURSARIES: ENABLING EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

Whether it is reducing poverty or helping communities improve their standard of living, education is the single most effective and sustainable tool for making a real difference

No student should be denied access to education because of their financial circumstances. Your unwavering support and generosity can ensure students are involved in NUS and the community. Create greater access to opportunity when you support our bursaries at NUS.

Supporting Tomorrow’s Leaders

At NUS, we firmly believe in the power of education as the great equaliser for all current and prospective students. To make this possible, we need philanthropic support to provide a comprehensive range of bursaries to ensure that financial circumstances do not hinder exceptional talent and determination. By supporting us, deserving students can reach for the stars and realise their potential at a world-class university, regardless of their socio-economic backgrounds.

Rewarding Ability and Aptitude Through Bursaries

Students who are ambitious and ready to change the world are here. The only thing stopping them is financial need. When you give bursaries, your gift has a far-reaching impact on improving the lives of these students and their families, many of whom are from Singapore’s lowest per capita income (PCI) households. A university education offers students from financially disadvantaged families the opportunity to fulfil their potential and improve their financial standing and that of their families.

NUS is committed to a needs-blind, merit-based admissions policy. Any student still requiring financial assistance can apply for schemes such as a student bursary even after receiving both government and NUS study loans. Your generous gift to NUS Giving can help financially disadvantaged students in many impactful ways:

It can help students pay for a world-class University education.
It can enable students to take on a smaller student loan and decrease their debt upon graduation. With smaller loans to pay off, they are in a position to improve their financial situation immediately.
It can allow students to benefit fully from the university experience, such as living in NUS’ residential colleges.
It can enable students to participate in overseas educational programmes.
To learn more about named bursaries at the University, click on the link below to review the list of named awards published in Changing Lives: Named Financial Aid.

You may also leave a legacy through our donor programme to help our beneficiaries.

Changing Lives: Named Financial Aid