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- What does HSS offer?
- How is HSS BA Programme different?
- Can I take a 2nd major?
- If I successfully complete a Second Major, will I be awarded 2 degrees?
- What if I am admitted into the Second Major and decide later that I do not wish to continue?
- Do I have to pay additional fees if I am enrolled into the Second Major programme?
- What is a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Programme?
- Can I complete the programme in Less than 4 years?
- What are the admission requirements?
- Can I switch programmes or my major after the First Year?
- What is the Graduation Project/Thesis (GP/GT)?
HPAP
- How does HSS Professional Attachment (HPAP) work?
- How will I be attached to the company/(s) of my choice under the HPAP Programme?
- How will I be eligible for HPAP?
- What is the minimum requirement to pass HPAP?
- Under HPAP, what will my allowance and working hours be like?
Overseas Exchange Programme
- What is Global Immersion Programme (GIP) and how does it work?
- What is International Student Exchange Programme (INSTEP) and how does it work?
- I would like to know more about Global Summer Studies (GSS) Programme.
- May I know how Singapore Universities Student Exchange Programme (SUSEP) works?
What does HSS offer?
The School of Humanities & Social Sciences (HSS) is home to six vibrant divisions: Chinese, Economics, English, Linguistics and Multilingual Studies, Psychology and Sociology. HSS offers a wide range of majors and minors, and we are confident that there will be something that meets your needs and passions. With a degree from HSS, you will find that you develop skills that do not limit you to one specific job for life, but equip you with invaluable talents that will make you valuable in a variety of different careers.
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How is HSS BA Programme different?
- Direct entry to the major of your choice
- Direct 4-year Honours Programme:
- BA (Honours) in Chinese
- BA (Honours) in English Literature
- BA (Honours) in Economics
- BA (Honours) in Linguistics and Multilingual Studies
- BA (Honours) in Psychology
- BA (Honours) in Sociology
- Opportunities to take Minors from other disciplinary areas: Chinese, Creative Writing, Economics, English Literature, Linguistics and Multilingual Studies, Psychology, Sociology, Public Administration, Translation, History.
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Can I take a 2nd major?
Yes, you could be invited to read a second major at the end of their first year. You must obtain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 4.0 in year 1 to qualify. Admission into the second major may be subject to availability of vacancies, depending on the Division.
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ECONOMICS |
‘AO’ level pass in Mathematics or ‘O’ level or equivalent pass in Additional Mathematics |
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CHINESE |
‘A’ level or good ‘O’ level pass in Chinese or Higher Chinese |
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ENGLISH |
A good pass in General Paper or English Literature |
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PSYCHOLOGY |
‘AO’ level pass in Mathematics or ‘O’ level or equivalent pass in Additional Mathematics |
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SOCIOLOGY |
A good pass in General Paper |
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BUSINESS |
'AO’ level pass in Mathematics or ‘O’ level or equivalent pass in Additional Mathematics |
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COMMUNICATION STUDIES |
Good pass in General Paper |
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If I successfully complete a Second Major, will I be awarded 2 degrees?
No. Your degree scroll will show that you have graduated with a BA Hons in your First Major. The Second Major will appear on the transcript.
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What if I am admitted into the Second Major and decide later that I do not wish to continue?
You may opt out of the Second Major and the academic units (AUs) earned may be counted towards the fulfillment of the corresponding Minor or used to fulfill the AU requirements for graduation.
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Do I have to pay additional fees if I am enrolled into the Second Major programme?
You do not have to pay any additional fees if you complete your degree within 4 years.
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What is a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Programme?
Students, who fulfill all the course requirements, including a research-based Final-Year Graduation Project, will graduate with Honours. The programme is typically completed in four years.
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Can I complete the programme in Less than 4 years?
Yes you can. The NTU programme is designed as a four-year course. However, it allows well-prepared students to take more subjects during the semester and between semesters so that they can complete the programme, with honours, in 3.5 years.
Successful Polytechnic applicants will be exempted from taking the 15 AUs of General Education Requirement-Prescribed Electives (GER-PEs).
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What are the admission requirements?
Students must satisfy the basic requirements for admission into NTU.
1) For G.C.E. GCE 'A' level Holders
Examination in the English medium must have obtained all of the following:
Offer three GCE 'A' level subjects with passes in at least two subjects at advanced level;
A pass in General Paper, which may be waived in special cases where, in the opinion of the Admissions Selection Committee, the applicants have done exceptionally well in other subjects at 'A', 'AO' or 'O' levels;
- A minimum grade D7 in a mother tongue language at GCE 'A' level or a pass in Chinese B/ Malay B/ Tamil B or a minimum grade of D7 in a higher mother tongue language; and
2) For Local Polytechnic Diploma Holders
Application is opened to all local Polytechnic Diploma holders regardless of the diploma obtained.
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Can I switch programmes or my major after the First Year?
Yes, you can. However, you must first receive the approval of the programme that you would like to switch into. If you are performing well in your studies, acceptance is typically granted, although some programmes are more competitive than others.
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What is the Graduation Project/Thesis (GP/GT)?
The Graduation Project/Thesis is a major project to be undertaken in either the third or fourth year of study. Under normal circumstances, students will register for the Graduation Project/Thesis in Year 4 Semester 1 and must submit their GP/GT by the end of semester 2 to graduate.
However, students who satisfy the prerequisites may seek permission to undertake the GP/GT earlier. This could apply, for example, to those aiming for early graduation or those who have been accepted into overseas studies programmes. In these cases, permission would be granted to those who satisfy the prerequisites and who have made satisfactory arrangements in forming a project group and seeking appropriate supervision.
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HPAP
How does HSS Professional Attachment (HPAP) work?
With effect from academic year 2006/7, The HSS Professional Attachment Programme (HPAP) will be offered as an unrestricted elective in HSS.
Professional attachment or internship has become an integral part of the undergraduate training in NTU. Students value the experience as the exposure will help them in their transition into the working world.
The duration for Professional Attachment is 8-10 weeks to be undertaken at the end of Year 3 of study. On successful completion, students will be awarded 5 Academic Units (AUs) to be used to fulfill unrestricted electives.
Students who successfully complete the PA programme will also be awarded a Certificate of Accomplishment jointly signed by the Director, Career & Attachment Office (CAO) and the organization's authorized representative.
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How will I be attached to the company/(s) of my choice under the HPAP Programme?
HSS will work with the Career & Attachment Office (CAO) to source for suitable placements. As placements will be limited, selection will be based on interviews by participating organizations and/or best match, and will be arranged on first-come-first-served basis.
Students may also source for placements themselves. To be awarded the AUs, the attachment, however, must be coordinated through CAO and will be subject to the same procedure for supervision and assessment given below.
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How will I be eligible for HPAP?
To be eligible for professional attachment, students must have achieved:
- 70 AUs and above at the beginning of the second semester of each academic year.
Students are entitled to go on professional attachment only once.
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What is the minimum requirement to pass HPAP?
Upon registration for HPAP as a course and with successful placement, students must complete 8 - 10 weeks of attachment to be considered for a "pass" in HPAP.
Students who have been given approved leave of absence must also complete minimum 8 weeks of attachment to qualify for a "pass" for HPAP. Prior approval of leave of absence must be obtained from CAO and the attachment organization.
If the internship is terminated prematurely without approval from the school, the student concerned will have been deemed to have "failed" his/her attachment and the "failed" grade will be reflected in his/her transcript.
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Under HPAP, what will my allowance and working hours be like?
The monthly allowance paid by the organization is $600 or more. Employers are exempted from making CPF contributions on student's allowance.
Students will follow the normal working hours of the organization on a five-day or five-and-a-half day week basis.
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Overseas Exchange Programme
What is Global Immersion Programme (GIP) and how does it work?
GIP offers a multicultural experience that will develop your capability to respond to today’s global economy. Students can choose to study in top universities in China, France, India, Switzerland or the United States. Students selected for GIP in China and India will have opportunities to be professionally attached to MNCs, leading or startup companies, gaining invaluable overseas working experiences.
The selection is based on:
- Academic performance
- Interview of short-listed candidates
- Language proficiency
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What is International Student Exchange Programme (INSTEP) and how does it work?
With 200 partner universities in 30 global cities, INSTEP is able to provide opportunities for you to develop a global perspective in an area of your interest. Students must complete at least one year of study in NTU before going for an overseas exchange programme.
The selection is based on:
- Academic performance
- Personal Qualities
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I would like to know more about Global Summer Studies (GSS) Programme.
GSS is a short term – three to eight weeks – ‘study-and-play’ summer programme. You can make full use of your vacation by embarking on an exciting learning stint with our participating universities in America, Asia and Europe during summer!
Application is open to every NTU student who wants to:
- Enhance career prospects with a more dynamic portfolio
- Have minimal disruption to GPA
Academic Focus:
- Academic Coursework
- Cultural Immersion
- Language Instruction
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May I know how Singapore Universities Student Exchange Programme (SUSEP) works?
A tripartite agreement has been reached with NUS and SMU to offer student exchange programme commencing July 2001. Through this programme, students at the 3 institutions are able to study and experience student's life at a host institution while pursuing their degrees in their university.
The following options are available for students participating in the programme:
Partial Programme
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Take a few approved courses offered at one of the two universities (termed 'host university'), subject to their being able to match their timetable and examination timetable with the host university's courses, or |
Full Programme
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Plan to do one semester of studies of approved courses entirely at the host university. 20 places are available, each at NUS and SMU; regardless of whether students opt for full or partial exchange. |
Number of Places Available
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20 places for exchange programme, each at NUS and SMU; regardless of whether the students opt for full or partial exchange. |
Upon the completion of the programme, the host university would issue your examination results to the Office of Academic Services, NTU. The Office would seek advice from your School on the NTU courses replaced and appropriate AU to be awarded to you. You would be informed accordingly by the Office.
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