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Contact us 2019
Singapore University of
GRADUATE
PROSPECTUS
Social Sciences
463 Clementi Road
Singapore 599494
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Saturdays
9am to 1pm
Admission and MAKE YOUR MARK
Programme Enquiries
Tel: 6248 9777
FOR THE GREATER GOOD
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Email:
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6248 9777 suss.edu.sg
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Information is accurate at time of print (April 2019)4 Learners for Life 12 Graduate Diploma and Master 17 Master of Non-Profit Management
of Counselling
6 Quick Facts about Singapore University 18 Graduate Diploma in Outdoor Education
of Social Sciences 13 Master of Early Childhood Education
19 Graduate Diploma in Professional
9 A Conducive Environment to Network Master of Engineering Life-coaching
and Learn
14 Graduate Diploma in Expressive Graduate Diploma and Master
Industry-Relevant Knowledge Arts Therapy of Social Work
Lifelong Educational Opportunities Graduate Diploma in Financial Technology 20 Graduate Diploma and Master of Taxation
and Master of Finance
10 Graduate Diploma and Master 21 Doctor of Business Administration
of Adult Learning 15 Graduate Diploma
and Master of Gerontology PhD in Gerontology
Master of Applied Research
in Social Sciences Graduate Diploma and Master 22 Join Us
of Human Capital Management
11 Graduate Diploma and Master of Arts 23 Fees and Concession
in Applied Linguistics (TESOL) 16 Graduate Diploma and Master
of IP and Innovation Management
12 Master of Community Leadership
CONTENTS
and Social Development Master of Management
[Urban Transportation]Learners for life make your mark
for the greater good
Learning at SUSS is not bound by age or qualification, experience or background as we
believe that continual learning is key to staying relevant and competitive in our changing
world. Everyone should have access to education to chart new paths and to build a At the Singapore University of Social Sciences,
better future. your degree won’t just be a piece of paper you
hang on your wall, but a tool to break down
Since its establishment, SUSS has been a champion in designing learning for life before, walls because as an Autonomous University
during and after university, and is proud to be the main Singapore university to deliver committed to social impact, SUSS offers a
lifelong learning. We offer degree programmes in many disciplines; but, we also provide curriculum that is practice-oriented with a
smaller chunks of learning, certificates that are stackable towards a larger credential, work- unique perspective.
related modules or ones for the casual learner. For this reason, we had set up our College
of Lifelong and Experiential Learning to be that gateway to offer learning in all phases of It is an education that isn’t just committed to
life. Anyone can tap on this lifelong learning journey – a holistic opportunity which we call equipping you with the job-ready skills you
SUSS LifE, founded on our open, inclusive admissions approach and multi-modal learning need, but also to empower you to realise the
pathways. change you want to see.
As a pioneer in online learning, our expanding digital learning infrastructure has enabled Your journey with us will give you everything
our students to pursue learning at their own pace, anytime, anywhere, to meet evolving you need to make the future you want happen.
knowledge and skills needs of the future. Using our learning aids, which range from
interactive study guides, e-textbooks, chunked lectures and mobile BackPack, anyone So make your move to SUSS and make your mark
can attain higher education at SUSS with greater ease while balancing personal, work and for the greater good.
family commitments.
Our education is grounded in our core philosophy of ‘Head, Heart, Habit’, in which we
purpose to develop well-rounded future talents who are professionally competent, socially
conscious, and lifelong learners – graduates with a heart to impact lives even as they
practise in their professions and contribute in their communities.
Our student learning experience is rich and multi-faceted. Global learning programmes,
industry attachments, entrepreneurship and community service projects, as well
as student-led expeditions like our Gobi Desert Challenge, are some of the exciting
experiential applied learning opportunities that we bring to our students.
Experienced academic and industry experts develop robust curricula and methodologies
to equip our students to ‘learn today, apply tomorrow’. And, it is not only about applied
knowledge, but key work competencies and soft skills that aim to better position our
graduates for future employment.
Today, we offer more than 70 undergraduate and graduate programmes in our five
schools, available in full-time and part-time study modes to cater to the fresh school
leavers, working adults and silver learners. Over 30,000 graduates have chosen us as their
university of choice to date. Each year, we welcome over 15,000 students to pursue their
studies with us. You can be one of them.
Come and visit our website or approach us to learn more about our programmes, whether you
are seeking higher education, career transition or brighter prospects. We look forward
to seeing you at SUSS and partnering with you in your learning journey for life.
Professor Cheong Hee Kiat
President
Singapore University of Social Sciences
4 5Quick Facts FACILITIES & SERVICES
About
ROOM TO RESOURCES AT PLAY AS
Singapore University THINK AND GROW YOUR FINGERTIPS YOU LEARN
of Social Sciences
Singapore University of Besides the Tay Eng Take a break at our
Social Sciences offers Soon Library and an cosy lounge, get
a conducive learning on-campus bookshop, connected at our
campus that is well- our online resource interactive lounge,
equipped with lecture library lets you access or just network and
theatres, seminar academic materials socialise at the various
rooms, cohort rooms, anytime, anywhere. cafeterias conveniently
computer labs and located around
specialist labs. the campus.
Established in One of the six Over
15,000
2005
autonomous
universities VALUE-ADDED EASILY ACESSIBLE
in Singapore students SERVICES LOCATION
Over For greater flexibility With numerous buses
More than 70
degree programmes
across five schools
High academic
standards 30,000 and self-directed
learning, our learning
and MRT lines serving
the neighbourhood,
alumni management system you’ll spend less time
lets you attend online travelling to and from
courses anywhere our campus, and
Engaging Flexible and Home to supported by digital more time learning,
industry-relevant practice-oriented Singapore’s learning content, networking and
curricula learning approach third law school virtual forum building a better future
discussions, videos for yourself.
and webinars.
Additionally, your
MyMail email
facilitates seamless
communication
between you,
your lecturers,
faculty members
and the university.
6 7Industry-
relevant
knowledge
& practice-
oriented skills
Our emphasis on preparing
professionals for the real world
is unparalleled. We adopt a
practical learning approach
that provides you with critical
applied skills with a unique
perspective allowing you
Lifelong
to approach problems with
A conducive practical solutions that educational
environment provide an ethical- opportunities
to network positive impact. for diverse
and grow learners
Our faculty comprises
distinguished, highly-
experienced professionals
from a host of industries and
from various parts of the
As a learning ground for
world. Through them, you
graduates from different
gain a potent combination of
professions and life stages, Access to quality education should
insightful knowledge relevant
we offer you plenty of be available to everyone
to your career, and global
opportunities to grow your at any stage in their lives.
perspectives that help you
business circle while enhancing It is the cornerstone of our
deal with real work-life
your professional capabilities. educational philosophy.
situations.
We conduct courses through As an institution originally
seminar workshops and established to provide higher
complement them with education and professional
invaluable face-to-face training aimed at making a
classroom interactions. positive impact, SUSS offers,
You’ll discover engaging from inception, a pedagogy that
discussions and an insightful is designed for diverse learners.
learning process that builds Whether you are a looking to
new understanding between upgrade your skills or advance to a
diverse industry players. new career, you’ll find the learning
opportunities you seek at SUSS.
For time-strapped executives,
our remote e-learning facilities In fact, ours is an unconventional
allow you to stay connected from learning environment that thrives
the comfort of your home by on bringing different people
participating through instructor- together, each possessing unique
facilitated online forums and talents and experiences that can
virtual classes. benefit as well as broaden the
perspectives of fellow learners.
8 9GRADUAte diploma and GRADUAte diploma
master of adult learning and master of arts
in applied linguistics
As more sectors transform themselves with the latest innovative knowledge
and seek workers with relevant skills, the and skills for adult education. Over and (tesol)
training and adult education sector here above the fundamentals of pedagogy
– which play a crucial role in building and assessment practices, the
up a skilled workforce – will grow. programme will show how learning can As English has become the global
Teaching adult learners and planning be designed to accommodate different language, and communication skills
adult curriculum becomes increasingly learner characteristics, preferences and in the English language have become
complex in the 21st century, calling goals, whilst leveraging on creative use critically important in the 21st century,
for innovation and going beyond the of cutting-edge learning technologies. there is a growing need for those who
traditional pedagogy. An adult educator have mastery over the principles and
needs to know how to engage, inspire Through courses in learning needs practices of teaching English to speakers
and lead learning in this new landscape. analysis, learning analytics and action of other languages.
research methods, you will also be
This programme affords excellent equipped to conduct your own critical The programme is designed to address
opportunities for you to be equipped inquiry or investigation in the field. this increasing demand in academe and
industry in the 21st century. Graduates
can look forward to a fulfilling career in
English language teaching or language
MASTER OF APPLIed research curriculum/programme management in
public schools, private schools, tertiary
in social sciences institutions, etc. whether in Singapore
or overseas.
As the society is constantly changing, of social issues. You have the option to With a comprehensive core curriculum
advancing your career in social sciences focus on applied issues in social sciences and a wide range of specialised electives
requires lifelong education. With this or on positive psychology and well-being, suitable for different TESOL contexts,
Master’s programme, you have the while enhancing your ability to translate the programme provides the sound
perfect opportunity to upgrade your your skills and knowledge into outputs theoretical foundation and practical skills
skills and enhance your professional that make real impact. that cater to the needs of those who are
value by adding research experience currently working as language teachers,
to your capabilities. Upon successful completion of the who plan to work in the language
programme, with your training in a education industry in the future, or
Through our approach that focuses on multidisciplinary social sciences research who simply have a passion for language
both theoretical and practice-oriented environment, you can look forward to learning/teaching and would like to
development, the programme equips opportunities in academic or research pursue further education in this field.
you with vital research and analytical careers, or an applied career where
skills in the field of social sciences. you can draw on your knowledge and Our programme structure is stackable
It is also a versatile education that design research to address applied social and you can choose from more than
suits those of you seeking research sciences issues to serve the needs of the one entry point. Please refer to the SUSS
experience for a doctoral programme, larger society. website for more information.
or to switch to a research-oriented or an
academic career.
Leveraging on the research expertise
of the faculty from the Singapore
University of Social Sciences, this
programme draws from and integrates
across the various social sciences
disciplines to widen your perspective
10 11MASTER OF COMMUNITY MASTER OF EARLY
LEADERSHIP AND SOCIAL CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
DEVELOPMENT
With greater recognition of the
importance of investing in children’s
Trained expertise in community of Social Sciences to support the well-being and development, there is
leadership and social development growing need for effective community growing demand and emphasis for
is increasingly needed in a rapidly leaders who can play a progressive role quality care and education for children.
changing world. A multidisciplinary in Singapore’s social development.
understanding of the issues and Taught by a team of distinguished The Master of Early Childhood Education
challenges surrounding the practice academics and professionals, the programme is designed to address
of community leadership and social programme combines academic current needs and challenges in the early
development is crucial, particularly for rigour with practical policy-focused childhood sector, placing emphases on
persons working within the civil and skills development. It also offers you areas in pedagogical approaches, quality
social service sectors. an attractive and stimulating range of assessment and informed practices. It
courses that focuses on community also provides the opportunity for those
This programme reflects the leadership, social capital and who take an interest in research.
commitment of Singapore University sustainable social development.
This programme serves to provide
continuing professional development
GRADUAte diploma and for early childhood educators. With
three specialisation tracks, it offers an
master of COUNSELLING extension in career pathways for those
who aspire to assume key roles that will
influence the advancement in the field as
early childhood practitioners, curriculum
The counselling field has grown in This programme emphasises a balance
leaders, trainers and supervisors.
tandem with changes in our society of skill and practice learning as well
as the population responds to the as academic rigour while allowing
challenges of Singapore’s economic specialisation in different areas of
growth and development. To support counselling including training the
this change, Singapore University of “Person-of-the-Therapist”. We offer MASTER OF
Social Sciences launched its Bachelor’s flexible entry and exit points to suit
programme in Counselling in the year different academic needs. Bridging ENGINEERING
2007, the first of its kind to be offered by courses will help those without prior
a local university. counselling training to be initiated into
the programme. Industrial research is growing in
Following that, the introduction of the prominence with the rapid
Master of Counselling programme This programme is recognised and transformation of society. The Master
answers the clarion call for more accredited by the Singapore Association of Engineering programme is primarily
advanced education at the Master’s for Counselling. intended for science, engineering and
level, as well as offers robust and technology graduates who are currently
systematic training to develop clinically pursuing an applied research career
competent professionals in specialised in local industry, and are interested
fields such as Couple and Family in seeking professional advancement
Therapy. by adopting their scientif ic and
technological research work as a
basis for their MEng thesis.
12 13GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN GRADUATE DIPLOMA AND
EXPRESSIVE ARTS THERAPY MASTER OF GERONTOLGY
The Graduate Diploma in Expressive As a Graduate Diploma, graduates The rapidly ageing population in employing a blend of theoretical and
Arts Therapy programme offers not will not meet the requirements for Singapore and concomitant need practical teaching modes. Graduates
only a part-time and more flexible full registration as an expressive arts for trained professionals in the health, from the programme will have acquired
option, but also includes different art therapist or qualify them to practise social and psychological services gives advanced knowledge and skills to be
forms like play, art, mind and body as therapists. However, it will form the rise to the imperative for a Master of leaders and consultants in the field of
work, narrative and storytelling. Through basis for the eventual development Gerontology programme. As the needs gerontology, and will be prepared to
these in-depth opportunities, you could of a full master’s programme which of older persons are specialised, dedicated perform challenging roles and functions
employ expressive arts therapy to will qualify graduates to register as attention within the training to their in both government and private sectors.
combine psychology and the creative International Expressive Arts Therapists characteristics as well as ageing process,
process to promote emotional growth with IEATA (International Expressive demand an interdisciplinary This programme offers an array of
and healing. Arts Therapy Association) that is based Gerontology programme. courses conducted by experienced
in the US. lecturers and gives you the flexibility to
This multi-arts approach uses our Singapore University of Social Sciences’ enrol in any standalone course, or aim
innate desire to create – via play, art, Graduates should be eligible to Master of Gerontology, with a Graduate to do a graduate certificate, whether for
music, dance, poetry or any other register as Registered Expressive Arts Diploma option, is the first in Singapore interest or for credit. Please refer to the
artistic form – as a therapeutic tool to Consultant/Educator (REACE) with to offer a holistic training for a rewarding SUSS website for more information.
help initiate change. This programme IEATA, and when they progress to the career in the eldercare and silver sectors,
creates new connections with emerging master’s programme with the requisite
Asian models of expressive arts therapy clinical hours and supervision, they
GRADUATE DIPLOMA AND MASTER
in India and Hong Kong. It presents would then be eligible to be Registered
a psychological approach that is Expressive Arts Therapists (REAT).
humanistic in orientation.
OF HUMAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT
GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN The graduate programmes in human the future by emphasising the seismic
capital management cater to the needs changes affecting the profession and
FINANCIAL TECHNOLOGY of a rapidly changing business world, and the wider business environment.
are designed to equip learners with the
AND MASTER OF FINANCE critical skills of tomorrow. Our cutting- Our programme structure is modular
edge curricula cover fundamental topics and stackable, the courses and
The financial services industry is being in human capital management as well as programmes can be stacked to larger
drastically transformed by technological the most pressing contemporary issues qualifications. It allows flexibility to
advancements and disruptive changes facing human capital professionals. study at your own pace and provide
in applications, processes, products and the depth and breadth of knowledge
business models. This programme aims The Master’s programme is intended required for a human resource
to help finance professionals and those in to meet the needs of existing human professional in this fast-changing
the PMET segment to gain knowledge of resource professionals and managers landscape. Please refer to the SUSS
financial innovations and technologies, and to wishing to take on greater and more website for more information.
support upskilling to meet these challenges strategic responsibility, as well as senior
by equipping them with the latest insights managers and business leaders who
in financial innovations and technologies. wish to enhance their ability to leverage
Deviating from traditional finance human capital. The Graduate Diploma
programmes, it emphasises more and Graduate Certificate programmes
on technical know-how, programming are more suitable for junior human
skills and hands-on lab training. capital professionals seeking to
enhance their knowledge and improve
Whether you are an entrepreneur, an their skills, or for mid-career switchers
executive or a finance professional, this seeking to enter the profession.
programme offers a great opportunity to
enhance your knowledge of finance, financial The programmes were developed
technologies and financial innovations with inputs from the Ong Teng
and to acquire professional advancement. Cheong Labour Leadership Institute,
SUSS alumni who are looking for upgrading the Singapore National Employers
opportunities in the finance sector will find Federation, as well as leading
the programme a good option for you to practitioners and academics, and are
continue with lifelong learning. constantly updated to prepare you for
14 15GRADUATE DIPLOMA AND MASTER MASTER OF
OF IP AND INNOVATION MANAGEMENT NON-PROFIT
MANAGEMENT
Innovations are not just improving It is the first and only graduate
people’s lives, they have become an programme in IP and innovation This programme is a practice-oriented
important means for economies and management offered in Singapore. leadership programme that has
businesses to stay competitive in So don’t miss this unique learning the potential to transform lives. It
today’s global marketplace. In such an opportunity to be a part of a select interweaves conceptual f rameworks
innovation-driven environment, the group of specially-trained professionals and practical skills with a focus on
awareness that intangible assets and with the strategic and management strategic application. Its curriculum
intellectual property (IP) will make up expertise to take IP to market so as to is benchmarked against reputable
the bulk of companies’ value has fuelled drive and shape business success and programmes globally while tailored to
the need for professionals with quality IP define Singapore’s future economy. suit the particular needs and challenges
expertise – talents who can develop and of Singapore. The programme is
align IP strategies to achieve business The curriculum builds on a common designed for senior managers and
goals, and business leaders who core foundation on IP law and IP experienced professionals within the
can translate innovations and IP into management. It is followed by training non-profit sector as well as professionals
valuable commercial advantages. in specialised domain knowledge and who are in transition from other sectors.
skills through completing courses in
This programme aims to arm you with one of the three specialisation tracks. Graduates from the Master of Non-
value-added know-how and real world Individuals could opt for multiple Profit Management will be in a strong
skills to utilise IP as a strategic lever to pathways in which they may graduate position to assume effective and
generate, protect, promote and translate with a Graduate Diploma or a Master’s responsive leadership roles with strong
new ideas into valuable commercial Degree. Please refer to the SUSS and strategic organisational capabilities
advantages in today’s innovation-based website for more information. for sustainable social development. They
economy. will be able to contribute their expertise
in a variety of organisations including
voluntary welfare organisations,
foundations, religious organisations,
MASTER OF MANAGEMENT sports, arts and cultural institutions,
(URBAN TRANSPORTATION) local and international NGOs and social
enterprises.
The programme is launched in
Meeting the challenges and demands transport with a strong emphasis
collaboration with the Social Service
of managing increasingly complex land on sustainable development,
Institute (SSI) and in partnership with
transport systems in today’s dynamic and incorporates curriculum that
various public, non-profit organisations
urban landscape requires professionals emphasises management, business
and other stakeholders to engage in
to have a multi-disciplinary skills set. In knowledge and skills that meet today’s
collaborative research and professional
partnership with the Land Transport business requirements and tomorrow’s
training as well as to enhance interest in
Authority (LTA), we offer a unique business demands.
joint ventures in social investment and
Master’s programme to equip you with
social innovations.
organisational management skills as Additionally, the programme also
well as specialised knowledge in urban leverages on the global experience
transport management that enable and expertise of senior professionals,
you to play a leading role in policy scholars and researchers in transport
formulation, planning, management and management-related fields, as
and operations of land transport well as on the strength of the LTA,
systems in cities around the world. LTA Academy and our School of
Business’ expertise and experience
The programme offers you a practice- in land transport development and
oriented degree that is academically management.
rigorous and relevant, with a focus on
both organisational management and The highly qualified faculty will engage
urban transportation management you and help you deepen your
practices. It also focuses on the policy knowledge as well as prepare you for
and management aspects of urban professional career advancement.
16 17GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN
OUTDOOR EDUCATION PROFESSIONAL LIFE-COACHING
Outdoor education is becoming This programme provides opportunities As the institution that has produced This programme not only prepares
increasingly relevant and important for professionals in outdoor education quality professionals for Singapore’s you for a career in this rewarding field,
to the development of individuals. In and those with the relevant qualifications counselling industry for more than but it can also equip you with skills
addition, with the implementation to acquire the latest advanced 10 years, Singapore University of Social to empower staff and clients in your
of the National Outdoor Adventure knowledge and skills to be effective Sciences is in a strategic position to current career, whether you work in
Education Masterplan by the Ministry leaders in their field. offer an education in life-coaching, counselling, social work, teaching,
of Education, greater demand for quality a profession found to be evolving, human resource management, business,
outdoor education programmes and Through the various courses, students according to a 2016 study by the psychology, etc.
expertise is expected. As clients and are equipped to build sound theoretical International Coaching Federation (ICF).
stakeholders of outdoor education bases for their practices, acquire Through this programme, you will
programmes become more discerning different approaches to designing While counselling presupposes become one of a select group of
and sophisticated, outdoor education and implementing outdoor education problems that clients bring to the qualified coaching practitioners who
practitioners face the challenge of programmes, manage risks and legal table that need to be resolved, stand heads and shoulders above
meeting these rising expectations liability, and enhance their proficiencies coaching has a developmental and untrained coaches often seen in the
to deliver well-designed, safe and for planning and leading outdoor preventive flavour to it. In a nutshell, market.
effective programmes. education and wilderness expeditions. coaching aims to help individuals realise
their full potentials in their personal and
In response to the needs of the industry, Understanding research methods professional lives.
the Graduate Diploma in Outdoor and design strengthens students’
Education has been developed in abilities to read research studies and
collaboration with Outward Bound provides the impetus for conducting
Singapore (OBS) and other experts their own research. GRADUATE DIPLOMA AND
from the f ield, and aims to equip
outdoor educators with the essential We offer flexible entry and exit points MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK
knowledge and skills ready to meet to suit different academic and personal
these challenges. needs. Pre-requisite courses are
also available for those without the Evolving societal, community The programme also offers a
necessary entry requirements. Please and individual needs bring about specialisation track in Couple and Family
refer to the SUSS website for more heightened expectations of Therapy which will train you to work with
information. contemporary social workers, from both couples and families having relational
clients and employers. To meet these issues. All courses are taught by
challenges of the new era, leaders in established academics and professionals
the social services sector are required in leadership positions with vast real-time
to play a vital role in guiding and experiences, ensuring that issues
grooming fellow social workers as well discussed are always kept current and
as to possess a wealth of knowledge in a relevant for practical application.
specific field.
Graduates from this programme will be
This programme offers the key to recognised social work professionals with
satisfying this new role, and is a administrative and supervisory abilities
practice-based programme designed as well as domain specialists, as accepted
to prepare social workers aspiring by the Singapore Association of Social
to take up leadership positions in the Workers (SASW) and the main employers
social service sector. It aims to equip of social workers namely the Ministry of
graduates with clinical social work skills, Social and Family Development (MSF),
administration skills and supervision Ministry of Culture, Community and
skills to function at management Youth (MCCY) and the National Council
positions in the sector, and is specially of Social Service (NCSS).
designed both for graduates with a
social work degree and those with other
degrees.
For graduates without prior social work
training, pre-requisite courses will equip
you with the basic social work knowledge
and skills so as to ease you into the
Master’s programme.
18 19GRADUATE DIPLOMA AND DOCTOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
MASTER OF TAXATION
The global economy is experiencing industrial practitioners are expected
considerable uncertainty and challenges to develop rigorous and structural
Advanced tax training has been a brought about by technological thinking process, acquire deeper
part of the Singapore University of advancement and innovations, and knowledge and advanced research
Social Sciences ever since we were changes in political landscapes and methodologies, and cultivate analytical
approached by the Tax Academy in 2007 national demography. skills that enable them to investigate
to launch a Master of Taxation course and solve complex management
here in Singapore. The School of Law is Managers and leaders need to develop a problems and support evidence based
offering the Master of Taxation (MTax) strategic mindset and global insights to strategy formulation.
programme in collaboration with the address problems created by increasing
Tax Academy of Singapore (TA) to provide economic volatility. The DBA curriculum offers exposure
lifelong education for learners to serve to knowledge relevant to the digital
the society. The DBA programme is designed to economy and provides students with
produce graduates that are able to drive a choice of management courses or
With the partnership of TA, which is thought leadership in organisational a mix of multi-disciplinary courses to
established by the Inland Revenue change and organisational development, suit their applied research objectives.
Authority of Singapore (IRAS), the and effectively meet the challenges that The curriculum design emphases
Law Society of Singapore, and the disruptive technologies will bring to the sustainability, social responsibility and
Big-4 international accounting firms, economy. ethical practices of business operations.
the programme brings together the
expertise of professionals, scholars and This programme focuses on training This is an English-Chinese bilingual
researchers in tax, corporate reporting students to acquire in-depth knowledge programme. Students can benefit
and company law. and skills in selected management from the flexible teaching and learning
areas. With the training provided in this environment, close industry linkages
The programme will provide tax programme, entrepreneurs, senior and opportunities to participate in
professionals or adult learners with management executives, and mid-career overseas immersion courses.
advanced training in taxation law
and current practices, through a
comprehensive programme of study in
Singapore and international taxation. PhD in Gerontology
International Taxation has grown in
importance in recent years, and the
tax courses offered here give you a This programme has a balance of content There is recognition in the industry as
thorough grounding in both substantive knowledge, research skills training, and well as in government ministries that
tax rules and tax policy and to equip you intense supervision by experts who gerontology has much to offer for policy,
for future practice. would hone the student’s deep skills research and practice. There is a demand
and knowledge. Practice or applied for highly competent professionals, who
The courses aim to equip you with a research areas would be emphasised so have the multidisciplinary training and
framework of approach to enable you that effective solutions may be distilled approach, in industry, academia and
to deal with issues and challenges through scientific rigorous research. research institutes, and the doctoral
of the real world of taxation. It also graduates of this programme can help
strives to contribute to the continuous The issues related to ageing and ageing to fill the gap.
professional education of tax specialists populations within the Asian context
by offering courses that keep you will be highlighted throughout the The programme adopts a multidisciplinary
abreast of current developments and programme. This will distinguish the perspective and focuses on the
changes in taxation law and corporate programme, and attract individuals in Asian context, blending practical and
reporting. the region seeking to obtain a doctoral theoretical emphasis and highlighting
degree in gerontology. applied research. Please refer to the
The taxation courses can be taken SUSS website for more information.
on their own and subject to meeting
the necessary requirements, can also
be accumulated or “stacked” to build
up a Graduate Certificate in Taxation,
a Graduate Diploma in Taxation or a
Master of Taxation. Please refer to the
SUSS website for more information.
20 21JOIN US
Eligibility APPLICATION
Applicants must possess an undergraduate degree or an equivalent qualification from a Admission application must be made online at suss.edu.sg by the specified deadline.
recognised institution. A non-refundable application fee of S$64.20 (inclusive of GST) is required. Copies of all
supporting documents must be submitted with the online application. Incomplete applications
For SUSS graduate programmes that are conducted in English Language, you must meet will not be considered.
the English Language Proficiency Requirement (ELPR) of having at least an IELTS
(Academic) score of 6.5 or a TOEFL score of 580 (paper-based) or 237 (computer-based) or
85 (Internet-based) [IELTS/TOEFL score must be obtained within the last 2 years at point FEES AND CONCESSIONS
of application]IF:
Tuition Fees Concessions
• your undergraduate degree is not awarded by an English-medium university, OR
Our tuition fees are on par with SUSS offers the following course The concessions are not
• your undergraduate degree is awarded by an English-medium university but the
those of other local universities. fee concessions: applicable to students under
language of instruction was not English.
Course fees will be payable any scholarship or sponsorship
every semester and will cover schemes as well as courses offered
Applicants with an undergraduate degree that was conducted in English but awarded by • Applicants who are 60
study materials, classes, tutor with external institutions/
a non-English medium university must produce an official letter from the university to years old and above will
supervision, assignments and organisations.
certify as such in order to seek waiver of the ELPR requirement. enjoy a 20% course fee
examinations.
concession.
Additional admission requirements may be applicable to some programmes. Please visit The concessions are also not to
suss.edu.sg for more information. There may be additional items • Applicants who are be used concurrently with any
that are not covered by the graduates (at Bachelor’s, other concessions/grants.
Shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo one or more interviews and/or take course fees. These could Master’s or Doctoral level)
such written admission or other evaluation tests as may be prescribed by the Singapore include items such as of SUSS and Singapore
To encourage further education
University of Social Sciences from time to time. additional recommended Institute of Management
and upgrading, our alumni
textbooks, re-sit examination will enjoy a 20% course fee
(graduates of Bachelor’s,
The offer of admission is dependent on the number of places available in individual fees, and other items specified concession.
Master’s or Doctoral degrees
programmes. The decision of the Admissions Committee of the University is final and by SUSS from time to time.
awarded by SUSS) will enjoy
binding. The University reserves the right to refuse admission and is not obliged to offer Students will only enjoy one of an additional 30% course fee
an explanation for the non-admission of unsuccessful candidates. the two categories of concession. concession for the first two
The above concessions are courses when they enrol for
applicable to all graduate a Graduate Diploma and/or
programmes offered and Master’s programme with SUSS.
awarded by SUSS unless
specified otherwise.
Please visit suss.edu.sg for
current tuition fees and
concession details.
SPECIAL
THANKS
We’d like to extend our gratitude
to all our students and graduates
who have contributed to the
production of this prospectus.
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