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Singapore University of Social Sciences
Universiti Sains Kemasyarakatan Singapura (Malay)
新跃社科大学 (Chinese)
சிங்கப்பூர் சமூக அறிவியல் பல்கலைக்கழகம் (Tamil)
Former namesSIM Open University Degree Programme (1994-2005)
SIM University (2005-2017)
TypeAutonomous university
Established1994 (SIM Open University Degree Programme)
2005 (SIM University)
2017 (Singapore University of Social Sciences)
EndowmentS$1.61 million
ChancellorDr Aline Wong
PresidentProf Cheong Hee Kiat
ProvostProf Tsui Kai Chong
Academic staff1000 (Programmes 60)
Students14,000
LocationClementi, Singapore
1°19′45″N 103°46′35″E / 1.32917°N 103.77639°E / 1.32917; 103.77639
CampusClementi 9.2 hectares
ColoursRed and Blue    
Websitewww.suss.edu.sg

The Singapore University of Social Sciences (Abbreviation: SUSS) is the sixth autonomous university in Singapore.

The university is a popular choice for working adults and offers degrees primarily in the domain of social sciences. Originally part of the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM) Group, it is now under the ambit of the Ministry of Education (MOE).

SUSS academia is organized into five schools, one college and five centres. The schools are classified into the School of Arts and Social Sciences, the School of Business, the School of Human Development and Social Services, the School of Law and the School of Science and Technology that jointly offers more than 60 degree programmes. U College is dedicated to the development of curricula and programmes for full-time students. The five centres are C-three (Counselling), Centre for Applied Research, Centre for Chinese Studies @ SUSS, Centre for Continuing and Professional Education and Teaching and Learning Centre.

The university collaborates with local and overseas academic partners in curriculum development, teaching, exchange programmes and research. The university also collaborates with local, overseas industry partners and statutory boards of the Singapore Government to develop industry related courses, provide study scholarships, sponsorships, study resources, recognition, industrial attachment placements and work opportunities.

As of 2014 the patron of the university is the President of Singapore, Dr Tony Tan Keng Yam. The Chancellor of the university is Dr Aline Wong. The Founding President of the university is Professor Cheong Hee Kiat, who was a former deputy president of Nanyang Technological University (NTU). The Provost of the university is Professor Tsui Kai Chong.

The university is currently located at SIM HQ, Clementi Road (Clementi, Singapore). SUSS also uses external premises to conduct lessons.

History

Singapore University of Social Sciences

Open University, United Kingdom

In 1992, SIM was selected by the MOE to run the Open University Degree Programme (OUDP), in collaboration with The Open University, United Kingdom (OUUK). In 1994, the first batch of SIM OUDP’s 900 students studied only among three degree programmes. In 1998, the first graduation ceremony with 334 was graced by former Deputy Prime Minister of Singapore Dr Tony Tan.

In 2002, OUDP attaining accreditation status and was re-named Singapore Institute of Management's Open University Centre (SIM-OUC) as one of SIM's autonomous entity.

Establishment of SIM University

In 2005, SIM received the mandate from MOE to form SIM University (UniSIM), Singapore's then fourth university committed to forging upgrading opportunities for working adults. UniSIM took over more than 6,500 students from SIM-OUC studying in over 40 programmes. SIM-OUC students who graduated from 2006 and onward were given a choice between a UniSIM or OUUK degree.

Professor Cham Tao Soon, the first Chancellor and Chairman of UniSIM, was involved in the establishment of the university. He recounted the challenges and achievements in training part-time faculty members who are strong in industrial knowledge but may not teach equally well. This led to the set up of the Teaching and Learning Centre. He persuaded faculty members to adopt online teaching and advanced e-learning. Strives were also made in gaining public's trust in the university's credibility.

Government Subsidy

In 2008, Singapore Government granted tuition fees subsidy of up to 40% for eligible UniSIM undergraduates to eligible Singapore Citizens and Singapore Permanent Residents (PR). In 2011, government subsidy was increased up to 55% of tuition fees. In 2012, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong announced during National Day Rally 2012 that similar to autonomous universities in Singapore, UniSIM part-time students are eligible for government bursaries and loans.

Full-time Programmes

In 2012, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong announced during National Day Rally 2012 that UniSIM will launch full-time publicly funded degree programmes in 2014. New programmes offered by both universities will take on the new applied degree pathway that will heavily emphasize on practice-oriented teaching. In 2014, UniSIM started classes for the first intake of full-time students in Accountancy, Finance and Marketing.

Singapore's Third Law School

In 2013, during UniSIM Convocation 2013, Education Minister Mr Heng Swee Keat announced that UniSIM was selected to house Singapore's third law school. Senior Minister of State for Law, Ms Indranee Rajah chaired the Steering Committee for the Establishment of the UniSIM Law School.

In 16 February 2016, Ms Indranee Rajah, the Law Ministry and UniSIM jointly held a press conference to announce that UniSIM Law School (USL) will fill the shortfall in law practitioners in the areas of family and criminal law. This is done through offering 80% of Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and Juris Doctor (JD) programmes to mid-career professionals such as paralegals, law enforcement officers and social workers.

In January 2017, UniSIM School of Law received its first batch of 60 law students.

Present Form: Singapore University of Social Sciences

In 2015, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong announced during National Day Rally 2012 that UniSIM will become the republic's 6th universities to participate in the Government’s plan to increase the number of publicly funded university places.

In 12 October 2016, Acting Minister for Education (Higher Education and Skills) and Senior Minister of State for Defence Mr Ong Ye Kung announced that the Government has invited UniSIM to become Singapore’s sixth autonomous university. Subsequently in 11 November 2016, the SIM governing council voted in favour to bring the university under the ambit of MOE.

From 17 March 2017, UniSIM was renamed SUSS as part of its restructuring process to become Singapore's sixth autonomous university under the ambit of MOE. It is no longer a member of the SIM Group.

Admission

Applicants must be Singapore citizens or Singapore permanent residents.

The minimum education requirement is a GCE 'A' level, or local Polytechnic Diploma, International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma or NUS High School Diploma certification. Applicants with good SAT1 scores may be considered for admission. Certain programmes may require additional admission requirements.

The part-time programmes require applicants to acquire two years of full-time work experience, completed full-time National Service for male applicants or current employed on a full-time basis and be at minimum 21 years old.

Academic schools

The university currently offers more than 60 degree programmes through five schools.

School of Arts and Social Sciences

The School offers first and only translation & interpretation bachelor's degree programmes in Singapore. It deliver a range of programmes in languages, literatures, social sciences and translation. Additionally, the school provides certification for Professional Interpreters.

School of Business

The School offers a diverse range of Business and Management programmes.

The Bachelor of Accountancy is accredited by the Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority (ACRA) and Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA).

School of Human Development and Social Services

The School offers a range of programmes in Counselling, Early Childhood Education, Human Resource Management and Social Work. It offers Singapore's first counselling degree programmes at the undergraduate and postgraduate level, first early childhood bachelor's degree as well as the first Gerontology programme at the postgraduate level.

School of Law

The School of Law is Singapore's third law school and offers four year LLB and JD programmes. Both the LLB and JD programmes are recognised degrees under the Legal Profession Act and qualified persons with a minimum GPA of 3.5 are eligible to sit for the Bar Examinations.

The school also offers Master of Taxation in collaboration with the Tax Academy of Singapore.

School of Science and Technology

Not to be confused with School of Science and Technology, Singapore.

The School of Science and Technology offers a range of programmes in Aerospace, Building, Engineering, Military Studies and Technology.

The Bachelor of Building and Project Management is accredited by the Singapore Institute of Surveyors and Valuers (SISV) and Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). The BSc Facilities and Events Management is accredited by the International Facilities Management Association (IFMA) and the RICS.

The BEng Aeropsace Systems is undergoing full accreditation and BEng Electronics is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Board (EAB) of Singapore, Institution of Engineers Singapore (IES).

Centres

C-three (Counselling)

Centre for Applied Research

The Centre for Applied Research (CFAR) undertakes, administers and facilitates research and related activities. It also serves as an incubation centre for research programmes and projects. CFAR, being SUSS’s knowledge hub, maintains a repository of the knowledge output of all faculty, staff and students.

The research focus is primarily on applied work with industry relevance. This is in line with its aim to contribute to the society in a tangible manner. In the same spirit, CFAR undertakes collaborative research with industry partners and public institutions on various issues of direct interest to the business community and to the society at large.

CFAR also actively promotes and undertakes case writing for the purpose of deployment in SUSS's graduate and undergraduate programmes to ensure that as a tertiary institution we continue to offer holistic academic programmes with a good balance between academics and practice.

The Centre, headed by the Director of Research and assisted by highly trained research associates, also runs a seminar series to showcase the research output of SUSS.

Centre for Chinese Studies @SUSS

The Centre for Chinese Studies @SUSS (CCS @SUSS), previously known as UniSIM Centre for Chinese Studies (UCCS), aims to raise awareness and understanding of the Chinese language, culture and contemporary Chinese society among Singaporeans through the University’s programmes, courses, research, publications, events/activities and external relations. The Centre serves as the university's one-stop resource centre to monitor trends and developments in the wider Chinese-speaking world to aid in making necessary adjustments in curriculum development and academic activities, provide a channel for the general public to enhance their understanding of the Chinese language and culture, and contemporary Chinese society, and provide a common platform for interaction in these areas among SUSS's staff, associates, students and alumni, the general public and the international community.

Centre for Continuing and Professional Education

Teaching and Learning Centre

Campus

The main campus of SUSS is at SIM HQ (Clementi Road), 461 Clementi Road, Singapore 599491. SUSS uses external premises at BCA Academy, Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Ong Teng Cheong Labour Leadership Institute, NTUC Centre, Physical Education & Sports Teacher Academy, Republic Polytechnic, Singapore Centre for Chinese Language, Singapore Polytechnic and Singapore Sports Hub to conduct lessons as well.

See also

References

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  2. SIM University Annual Report 2014 | http://annual-reports.unisim.edu.sg/SIM_University_AR2014p.pdf
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