The Department of Southeast Asian Studies offers an ideal alternative to students who find disciplinary approaches to learning narrow or restrictive, and those who prefer a more subject-oriented curriculum. Our department aims to offer a truly inter-disciplinary approach to learning which draws on different perspectives and methodologies from the humanities and social sciences, all thoroughly informed by local experience and knowledge.
Commitment | Average Candidature | Maximum Candidature |
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Full Time | 2 Years | 3 Years |
Part Time | 3 Years | 3 Years |
Bachelor’s degree holders who seek to pursue academic careers and employment in research intensive professions with working knowledge of Southeast Asian languages.
Criteria | Minimum Score | ||
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GPA | A good NUS Honours degree (Second Class and above) or equivalent (e.g. a four-year Bachelors degree with at least an average grade of B or equivalent) in relevant disciplines such as the humanities, social sciences, area studies, and other inter-disciplinary studies with evidence of having read subjects related to Southeast Asia or Asia. | ||
English Proficiency Tests | TOEFL Internet-based | 85 / 120 | |
IELTS | 6 / 9 |
Please refer to the Faculty’s website here for the complete admission requirements and here for a list of supporting documents required.
Category | Application Window | Application Result Released | |
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Semester 1 Intake (August) | All students of any nationalities | 16 May to 1 November in the year preceding the intake | End of May |