Last Updated: 15 March 2024
Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS)
SUSS provides an applied education in the social sciences for both fresh school leavers and adult learners, as well as in disciplines that have a strong impact on human and community development.
SUSS provides an applied education in the social sciences for both fresh school leavers and adult learners, as well as in disciplines that have a strong impact on human and community development. It offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programmes across 5 schools:
- S R Nathan School of Human Development
- School of Business
- School of Humanities and Behavioural Sciences
- School of Law
- School of Science and Technology
These programmes are available in full-time and part-time study modes in flexible and modular pathways that cater to both fresh school leavers and adult learners. The university’s diverse student profile allows fresh school leavers to take classes alongside part-time adult students with work experience, which provides a rich and unique learning experience.
SUSS' e-learning facilities and modular programme structure also enable students to more flexibly balance pursuing a university education with other commitments. The curricula and methodologies are developed by experienced academic and industry experts to equip students with knowledge, key competencies and soft skills that aim to position SUSS graduates for future employment.
Learn more about the application timelines for:
Full-time Programmes
Select your profile to learn about the minimum entry requirements and admissions application timeline:
- A-Level graduate
- Polytechnic Diploma holder
- IB Diploma holder
Full-time Programmes — School of Law
You need to complete the UK Law National Aptitude Test and have one of the following qualifications:- GCE A-Level certificate with 3 passes (prior to 2006) or 3 H2 passes (for 2006 onwards).
- Diploma from a local polytechnic, NUS High School, or International Baccalaureate Organisation.
Application timeline
Notification of offer
If shortlisted, you will have to attend a selection interview. Successful applicants will receive a notification of course offer.Appeal for courses
You may submit an appeal to SUSS regarding the outcome of application here. MOE does not process appeals for admission.Acceptance of offer
You need to accept or reject the course offer by the deadline stated in the notification of offer.Part-time Programmes
To apply, you must be:- A Singapore Citizen, Permanent Resident or a resident in Singapore.
- At least 21 years old.
- Currently employed on a full-time basis, or have 2 years of full-time work experience. Applicants who have fully completed National Service will be deemed to have fulfilled the work experience criterion.
You need to have one of the following qualifications:
- GCE A-Level certificate with 2 passes (prior to 2006) or 2 H2 passes (for 2006 onwards).
- Diploma from a local polytechnic, NUS High School, or International Baccalaureate Organisation.
Some programmes may have additional requirements. Refer to the individual programme pages for details.
- Applicants with an ITE diploma or other diplomas with an acceptable score for SAT or ACT (with writing) may be considered on a case-by-case basis.
- Applications without the SAT or ACT score may be given a provisional offer to take courses under the SUSS Continuing Education and Training Scheme on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the conditions of the provisional offer, you may progress to the undergraduate programme. Scores must be obtained within the last 5 years up to the year of application for consideration.
Application timeline
Notification of offer
If successful, you will receive notification of your course offer.Appeal for courses
You may submit an appeal to SUSS regarding the outcome of application here. MOE does not process appeals for admission.Acceptance of offer
You need to accept or reject the course offer by the deadline stated in the notification of offer.
Graduate Employment Survey (GES)
GES is jointly conducted by NTU, NUS, SIT, SMU, SUSS and SUTD annually to survey the employment conditions of graduates about 6 months after their final examinations.
Download SUSS GES report (220kb)
Indicative Grade Profile (IGP)
The IGP provides information on the grade profile of students who were offered admissions in the previous admissions cycle. This enables prospective students to make informed choices during their application.