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Last Updated: 24 Feb 2026

Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours) in Public Policy and Global Affairs With A Second Major in Media and Journalism Studies

The Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours) in Public Policy and Global Affairs (PPGA) with a Second Major in Media and Journalism Studies is a four-year programme that prepare graduates for the fast-changing employment landscape in Singapore.

PPGA with Second Major in Media and Journalism Studies will provide an additional and alternative competitive programme option for students who are interested in public administration and international relations and at the same time equipped with the media and journalism skillsets.

Graduates of these programmes will be at a competitive advantage in the twenty-first century marketplace as they are able to present a more holistic view with deeper understanding on the synergy between Public Policy and Global Affairs and communication studies.

Nanyang Technological University
School of Social Sciences
Course type: Full-time
Course duration: 4 years (Direct Honours)

Course details

Minor/Second Major offered
  • Students are automatically enrolled for the Second Major in upon admission.
Field of study
Humanities and Social Sciences
Certification offered
Bachelor of Social Sciences (Honours)
Learn more about the programme

Minimum entry requirement

You must meet the following entry requirements for the course application:

QualificationRequirement
A-Level
Polytechnic Diploma
International Baccalaureate Diploma
NUS High School Diploma
International and other qualifications

Internship

Internship duration

Students can choose any of the following options to fulfil the internship requirements:

  • Attachment: 10 weeks
  • Internship: 24 weeks
  • Overseas Entrepreneurship Programme: 24 weeks
Internship timeframe

Year 2 or 3, with any of the following options:

  • Attachment: May to Jul
  • Internship: Jan to Jun or Aug to Dec

Overseas exposure programme

Career prospects

You Can Explore the Following Career Options Upon Graduation:

  • Policy and Planning Manager
  • Public Relations/corporate Communications Professionals
  • Business Development Executive
  • Journalist
  • Management Consultant
  • Educator
  • Business Consultant
  • Financial Analyst
  • Human Resource Professional
  • Management Executive
Use resources and interactive tools that are available on MySkillsFuture Portal to explore various education and career pathways.

Graduate employment outcomes

Refer to the complete Graduate Employment Survey (GES) report 2024 for more information.

How to register

Direct Admissions with NTU

You may register here.