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Last Updated: 08 January 2024

National Healthcare Group

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The National Healthcare Group (NHG) is a leader in public healthcare in Singapore, recognised at home and abroad for the quality of its medical expertise and facilities. Care is provided through an integrated system of primary care polyclinics, acute care and tertiary hospitals, and national specialty centres. Together, we provide comprehensive and innovative healthcare to address the unique needs of our patients and the population we serve.

As the Regional Health Manager for 1.5 million residents in Central and North Singapore, NHG through its Central, Woodlands, and Yishun health networks collaborates with private general practices, public and community health and social care providers to keep residents well and healthy.

The 22,000 healthcare professionals in NHG are committed towards building healthier and resilient communities, and Adding Years of Healthy Life to the people we serve.

Members of NHG

Potential career path and developmental opportunities for scholars

Public healthcare is a sunrise industry which provides a unique opportunity for staff to have a deep and meaningful impact on the people we serve. Under Singapore-Industry Scholarship (SgIS), it is the only multi-industry scholarship in partnership with the Singapore Government to groom the next generation of young talents who aspire to be the leaders of tomorrow in the healthcare sector. Scholars will be offered significant and diverse opportunities to be exposed to a variety of roles in their employing organisation.

To maximise one’s potential, opportunities will be provided for scholars to hone their leadership skills and knowledge. Mentorship, developmental projects and structured training programmes will also be provided to enhance their career prospects. These exposures will provide the scholar with valuable insights into the public healthcare landscape and offer individuals more than just a first-hand experience of contributing to the healthcare industry.

Preferred courses of study

All courses (excluding Healthcare-related disciplines).

Note: For students who wish to study psychology, please note that you will not be practicing as a clinical psychologist upon graduation.