Singapore is known for its strong governance and efficient civil service. This enables studentsto study in one of the best public policy laboratories in the world with easy access to the wider Asia-Pacific region.
Singapore’s public policies are studied by governments around the world.
Singapore has been named the safest city in Asia.
Singapore is a unique blend of cultures where diverse races, cuisines and places of worship co-exist harmoniously.
Our curriculum is an innovative blend of prevailing theories that originated from the West and best practices from the East.
Our curriculum is an innovative blend of prevailing theories that originated from the West and best practices from the East.
Our Career Services team regularly and proactively reaches out to employers in Singapore and Asia.
Employer organizations such as the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the World Bank Group and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) have conducted recruitment talks at our school or participated in our career fairs.
We adopt innovative teaching methods that are designed to be interdisciplinary and practical in the real world. We also place a strong focus on team-teaching where we invite various faculties to share their thoughts to expose yourself to diverse views.
Our dedicated faculty and practice professors are trained in some of the best universities in the world. They bring relevant real-life policy experience from international and multilateral organisations such as the IMF, WHO and World Bank.
With strong support from our donors, more than half of our students benefit from financial support programmes such as scholarships and grants.
International students make up more than 70% of the cohort, and a typical class has students from more than 30 countries. This lets you experience the global diversity of culture and perspectives.
We have a vibrant research agenda focused on public policy and governance in Asia. These include:
- International relations and global governance
- Policy studies, public management, and institutions
- Social policy
- Economic development and competitiveness
We want to inspire you to make a positive change in the world through a robust exchange of insights.
Our impressive alumni network spans over 80 countries and comprises ambassadors, senators, social entrepreneurs, government officials and private sector leaders serving Asia and beyond.
We are a partner of esteemed public policy institutions, and we are part of the prestigious Global Public Policy Network. You can get to take part in exchange programmes with our partners.
