Insights from an Insider: Joel Chin, Social Sciences School Valedictorian 2019

With his A-level results far from ideal, Joel Chin was well aware that he wasn’t as academically-inclined as many of his peers. Not letting this bring him down, he chose to focus on the subjects and teaching styles that work best for ... Read More

Insider Tips on Aceing Your Admissions Interviews

What exactly happens during admissions interviews? What can I do to prepare for it? We posed these questions to some of our faculty and students, and here is what they have revealed.

Student Interview Series: Ng Kok Yin, SMU Social Sciences Undergraduate

When Ng Kok Yin heard about SMU's new Politics, Law & Economics major back in junior college, it seemed like the stars were aligned—even her friends thought the same! The final year student shares what her experience in SMU has been like so far.

Not Cancelled, Just Shifted: Here’re 10 Reasons Not to Miss SMU Virtual Open House 2020

We're moving our SMU Open House event on 29 Feb and 1 Mar 2020, entirely online. But it doesn't mean you will be getting a diminished Open House experience this year. Far from it! Here are 10 reasons you should check out our brand-new Virtual Open House.

A-Level Results Day: A Game Plan

A-level results day is a nerve-racking experience for both students and parents. But don't fret. Keep calm and let our snappy guide tide you over the highs and lows of it all. No matter the results, there is still a long runway of opportunity to realise your dreams!

A Humbling Experience Helping Rohingya Refugees with Project Xing Fu 8

SMU undergraduate and co-leader of Project Xing Fu 8, Muhammad Zhafri Bin Azman, shares his experiences working to help Rohingya refugees in Malaysia.

Picking the University of Your Dreams? Here’s a Tip: Be Negative!

Curious to know how getting negative can actually help you decide on the university of your dreams? Let's find out.

What Does It Mean to Have a Personalised Degree?

As consumers, we're constantly on the hunt for a personalised experience. But can education be customised too? Here are ways a personalised degree can get you ahead.

Student Interview Series: Merrill Cheong, SMU Business and Social Sciences Undergraduate

In this interview, we speak to SMU Double Degree undergrad Merrill Cheong to find out what his experience at SMU has been like and how he is preparing for his future career plans.

Trying to Choose a University? Here Are Some People and Resources You Can Turn to for Guidance

Choosing a university and just don’t know where to start? Here are some helpful resources to guide you in identifying the best choice for your undergraduate journey.

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