Department Degree Requirements

3.2.2.1 A. Chinese Language

The curriculum consists of Chinese linguistics and translation. Students will learn the nature of the Chinese language, sound and grammar system, formation of Chinese ‘words’, origin of Chinese characters, Chinese rhetoric, pragmatic use of Chinese in conversations, etc. This will provide students with a good understanding of the language. Graduates who major in both Chinese Language and Chinese Studies will find ample employment opportunities in education. Chinese Language graduates with knowledge in other subjects such as History, Japanese Studies, Sociology, etc. will have a further advantage in careers such as banking, finance and the Foreign Service.

Entry Requirements

Students must obtain:
1)    At least a B4 for (a) Higher Chinese at GCE ‘O’ Level, or (b) Chinese Language at GCE ‘AO’ Level (at GCE ‘A’ Level examination); OR
2)    At least a pass for (a) Chinese at GCE ‘A’ Level, or (b) Higher Chinese at GCE ‘A’ Level; OR
3)    At least C grade for Chinese Language (H1CL) at GCE ‘A’ Level; OR
4)    At least a pass for (a) Chinese Language and Literature (H2CLL) at GCE ‘A’ Level, or (b) Chinese Language and Literature (H3CLL) at GCE ‘A’ Level.

Equivalent qualifications may be accepted, such as Chinese Language at Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) and Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM), etc. These requirements also apply to students who intend to read Chinese Language modules as their non-major or breadth electives.

Subject Requirements

Note 1:       Students are allowed to read Level-5000 CH modules subject to departmental approval.
Note 2:       CH and CL module codes with 3rd-digit ‘9’ are taught in English.
Note 3:       To declare an Honours track, students must have completed 110 MCs, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a CAP of 3.5 and above.
Note 4:       The Honours Thesis/Project (15 MCs) is optional. To qualify for the Honours Thesis/Project, students must complete 110 MCs including 60 MCs of CH/CL major requirements with a minimum CAP of 3.5. In order to obtain First Class Honours, students must achieve a CAP of 4.5 or higher AND at least an ‘A-’ in the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 5:       Students who do not attempt the Honours Thesis/Project will read Level-4000 modules to fulfil the Honours Requirements.
Note 6:       Students may also read a Level-4000 Independent Studies Module (5 MCs). The Level-4000 ISM carries a prerequisite of 100 MCs completed, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5. It precludes the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 7:       All Level-4000 modules carry a general prerequisite of having completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5 OR being on the Honours track (some Level-4000 modules may have different prerequisites).

Note 1:       Students are allowed to read Level-4000 modules subject to departmental approval.
Note 2:       CH and CL module codes with 3rd-digit ‘9’ taught in English.

Pass at least 48 MCs of CL or CL-recognised modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       Students are allowed to read Level-4000 modules subject to departmental approval.
Note 2:       CH and CL module codes with 3rd-digit ‘9’ taught in English.

Pass at least 24 MCs of CL or

Note 1:       A maximum of 8 MCs from the minor can be used to satisfy the requirements of a major or another minor.

For the latest updates, please visit the Chinese Studies Department website at: http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/chs

B.    Chinese Studies

The curriculum consists of three major areas: Chinese literature, Chinese history, and Chinese philosophy. It provides students with comprehensive training in both classical and modern Chinese Studies. Topics covered include Chinese religions and thought in ancient China, business Chinese, classical and modern literature, film and cultural studies. Through these areas, the Department trains students to develop independent and critical thinking. Although Mandarin is the medium of instruction, some modules are taught in English. Graduates of the Department are always well sought after as they are effectively bilingual. Both the public and private sectors provide ample employment opportunities, especially in areas such as education, mass media, commerce, and the arts.

Entry Requirements

Students must obtain:
1)    At least a B4 for (a) Higher Chinese at GCE ‘O’ Level, or (b) Chinese Language at GCE ‘AO’ Level (at GCE ‘A’ Level examination); OR
2)    At least a pass for (a) Chinese at GCE ‘A’ Level, or (b) Higher Chinese at GCE ‘A’ Level; OR
3)    At least C grade for Chinese Language (H1CL) at GCE ‘A’ Level; OR
4)    At least a pass for (a) Chinese Language and Literature (H2CLL) at GCE ‘A’ Level, or (b) Chinese Language and Literature (H3CLL) at GCE ‘A’ Level.

Equivalent qualifications may be accepted, such as Chinese Language at Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) and Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM), etc. These requirements also apply to students who intend to read Chinese Language modules as their non-major or breadth electives.

Subject Requirements

Single Major [B.A. (Hons.)]
Pass at least 100 MCs of CH or CH-recognised modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       Students are allowed to read Level-5000 CH modules subject to departmental approval.
Note 2:       CH module codes with 3rd-digit ‘9’ taught in English.
Note 3:       To declare an Honours track, students must have completed 110 MCs, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a CAP of 3.5 and above.
Note 4:       The Honours Thesis/Project (15 MCs) is optional. To qualify for the Honours Thesis/Project, students must complete 110 MCs including 60 MCs of CH/CL major requirements with a minimum CAP of 3.5. In order to obtain First Class Honours, students must achieve a CAP of 4.5 or higher AND at least an ‘A-’ in the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 5:       Students who do not attempt the Honours Thesis/Project will read Level-4000 modules to fulfil the Honours Requirements.
Note 6:       Students may also read a Level-4000 Independent Studies Module (5 MCs). The Level-4000 ISM carries a prerequisite of 100 MCs completed, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5. It precludes the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 7:       All Level-4000 modules carry a general prerequisite of having completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5 OR being on the Honours track (some Level-4000 modules may have different prerequisites).

Single Major (B.A.)
Pass at least 60 MCs of CH or CH-recognised modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       Students are allowed to read Level-4000 modules subject to departmental approval.
Note 2:       CH module codes with 3rd-digit ‘9’ taught in English.

Pass at least 48 MCs of CH or CH-recognised modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       Students are allowed to read Level-4000 modules subject to departmental approval.
Note 2:       CH module codes with 3rd-digit ‘9’ taught in English.

Pass at least 24 MCs of CH or CH-recognised modules, which include the following:
(1)   at least one of the following modules:
(a)   GEK1007 Chinese Heritage: History and Literature (in English)
(b)   CH1101E Introduction to Chinese Studies
(2)   minimum of 8 MCs of CH modules at Level-3000 or higher.

Note 1:       A maximum of 8 MCs from the minor can be used to satisfy the requirements of a major or another minor.

For the latest updates, please visit the Department website at: http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/chs

C.    Communications and New Media

In the 1990s, any student wishing to become a communications and new media professional studied journalism, public relations or advertising at a school or department of journalism and communications. During that time, the study of the Internet and interactive media design were the domain of computer scientists. The development and fast adoption of digital media brought us “convergence,” or the blending of communication networks, computing and digital content into a common platform. This has resulted in changes in the way content is created, packaged and disseminated for public consumption.

Today’s media companies are seeking communication and media professionals who can not only perform the duties of a journalist or a public relations or advertising practitioner, but who are also comfortable with visual design and content production for digital media—e.g., online publications, blogs, podcasts virtual communities, interactive advertising.

CNM educates future media professionals using an integrated and multidisciplinary approach that reflects today’s converged media environment. Students majoring in CNM can take courses in journalism and public relations (traditionally offered in communication programmes), visual design (traditionally offered in arts programmes), game design and human computer interaction (traditionally offered in computer sciences) within one academic department. Students can also take courses in new media regulation and policy, social psychology, and the culture industries as well as sociology, political science, history, philosophy, computer sciences and business. 

In this regard, Communications and New Media (CNM) at the National University of Singapore is the only programme in Southeast Asia which offers media studies, interactive media design and communication management with a focus on new media. Our multidisciplinary approach offers students opportunities in experiential learning through international and local competitions, exhibitions, service-based projects collaborating with external clients, internships, student exchanges and interactions with industry practitioners. With faculty members hailing from top communications schools from around the world, bringing with them innovative methods of teaching, students benefit from an understanding of trends coupled with an eye on the evolving industry.

With this multifaceted understanding of new media and communications, CNM graduates will be able to work in a wide spectrum of private corporations, public agencies, non-profit organisations and media-related industries in policy formulation, public relations, corporate communication, media relations, media design, games design, journalism, research and information management positions, among others.

Entry Requirements

The formal prerequisite for entry into the Programme will be to obtain a grade of B- or above* in NM1101E Communications, New Media and Society.

* For students who have obtained a grade of C+ or less in NM1101E, CNM will offer the option of a placement exam.

Students with no experience or clear intent to specialize in media writing, communication management or media design will take a placement exam which will test for understanding of concepts and theories covered in NM1101E.

Subject Requirements

Single Major [B.Soc.Sci. (Hons.)]
Pass at least 100 MCs of NM or NM-recognised modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       To declare Honours track, students must have completed 110 MCs, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a CAP of 3.5 and above.
Note 2:       The Honours Thesis/Project (15 MCs) is optional. To qualify for the Honours Thesis/Project, students must pass NM4101 or NM4102 AND complete 110 MCs including 60 MCs of NM major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.0 and CAP of 3.5. In order to obtain First Class Honours, students must achieve a CAP of 4.5 or higher AND at least an ‘A-’ in the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 3:       Students who do not attempt the Honours Thesis/Project will read Level-4000 modules to fulfil the Honours Requirements.
Note 4:       Students may also read a Level-4000 Independent Studies Module (5 MCs). The Level-4000 ISM carries a prerequisite of 100 MCs completed, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5. It precludes the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 5:       All Level-4000 modules carry a general prerequisite of having completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5 OR being on the Honours track (some Level-4000 modules may have additional prerequisites).

Single Major (B.A.)
Pass at least 60 MCs of NM or NM-recognised modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       Level-5000 or higher NM modules are not allowed.

Second Major
Pass at least 48 MCs of NM or NM-recognised modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       School of Computing students are not allowed to read a second major with the Communications & New Media Programme.
Note 2:       Level-5000 or higher NM modules are not allowed.

Minor
Pass at least 24 MCs of NM modules, which include the following:

Note 1:    A maximum of 8 MCs from the minor can be used to satisfy the requirements of a major or another minor. However, the credits for these modules will be counted once. FASS students will still need to fulfil the MCs required for the Unrestricted Elective Modules (UEM).

Note 2:    Please note that the minor in CNM comprises of the modules listed above for cohort 2010 onwards. All other modules not listed above are not counted towards the minor as of AY2010/2011 onwards.

For the latest updates, please visit the Department website at: http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/cnm

D.    Economics

The discipline of Economics is the key to an understanding and analysis of economies and their constituent components. In recent decades, this role has been strengthened by the infusion of mathematical, statistical and computational methods in the subject matter of Economics. Rigour of analysis, empirical validation of economic hypotheses, and contributions to business and public policy have been the main pillars on which the discipline’s reputation has been built.

Entry Requirements

The Economics major programme is open to all matriculated students of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences regardless of their pre-university background.

Subject Requirements

Single Major [B.Soc.Sci. (Hons.)]
Pass at least 100 MCs of EC or EC-recognised modules, which must include the following:

Note 1:       Students who have passed any MA module that is not MA1301 or MA1311 or MA1312 or MA1421 are allowed to read any level-2000 or level-3000 EC elective or EC-recognised module in lieu of EC2104.
Note 2:       Students who have passed any ST module OR DSC1007 are allowed to read any level-2000 or level-3000 EC elective or EC-recognised module in lieu of EC2303.
Note 3:       Students who have passed ST3131 are allowed to read any level-3000 EC elective in lieu of EC3303.
Note 4:       To be on the Honours track, students must have completed 110 MCs, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a CAP of 3.5 and above.
Note 5:       EC4401 Honours Thesis (15 MCs) is optional. To qualify for the Honours Thesis, students must have passed EC4101 or EC4102 AND completed 110 MCs including 60 MCs of EC major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.0 and CAP of 3.5. In order to obtain First Class Honours, students must achieve a CAP of 4.5 or higher AND at least an ‘A-’ in the Honours Thesis.
Note 6:       Students who do not attempt the Honours Thesis will read level-4000 or higher EC modules to fulfil the Honours Requirements.
Note 7:       Students may also read a level-4000 Independent Studies Module (5 MCs). The level-4000 ISM carries a prerequisite of 100 MCs completed, including 60 MCs in the Major that includes EC4101 or EC4102, with a minimum CAP of 3.5. It precludes the Honours Thesis.
Note 8:       All level-4000 modules carry a general prerequisite of having completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5 OR being on the Honours track (some level-4000 modules may have different prerequisites).

Single Major (B.A.)
Pass at least 60 MCs of EC or EC-recognised modules, which must include the following:

Note 1:       Students who have passed any MA module that is not MA1301 or MA1311 or MA1312 or MA1421 are allowed to read any level-2000 or level-3000 EC elective or EC-recognised module in lieu of EC2104. 
Note 2:       Students who have passed any ST module OR DSC1007 are allowed to read any level-2000 or level-3000 EC elective or EC-recognised module in lieu of EC2303.
Note 3:       Students who have passed ST3131 are allowed to read any level-3000 EC elective in lieu of EC3303.

Second Major
Pass at least 48 MCs of EC or EC-recognised modules, which must include the following:   

1. EC1101E            Introduction to Economic Analysis OR
   EC1301              Principle of Economics
2. EC2101              Microeconomic Analysis I
3. EC2102              Macroeconomic Analysis I
4. EC2104              Quantitative Methods for Economic Analysis (See Note 1)
5. EC2303              Foundations for Econometrics(See Note 2)
6. EC3101              Microeconomic Analysis II
7. EC3102              Macroeconomic Analysis II

Note 1:       Students who have passed any MA module that is not MA1301 or MA1311 or MA1312 or MA1421 are allowed to read any level-2000 or level-3000 EC elective or EC-recognised module in lieu of EC2104.
Note 2:       Students who have passed any ST module OR DSC1007 are  allowed to read any level-2000 or level-3000 EC elective or
EC-recognised module in lieu of EC2303.
Note 3:       Students who have passed ST3131 are allowed to read any level-3000 EC elective in lieu of EC3303.

Minor
Pass at least 24 MCs of EC or EC-recognised modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       Applicable to students who have:

1. passed USSE01 OR USE2301 OR BSP1005/BH1005/BZ1006 OR BSP2001/BH2001/BZ2001
2. granted exemptions for either EC1101E OR EC1301

Note 2:       A maximum of 8 MCs from the minor can be used to satisfy the requirements of a major or another minor.
Note 3:       EC-prefixed module exemptions (with 'EXE' grade) cannot be counted towards the EC minor requirements.
Note 4:       EC minor is offered to non-FASS students (all cohorts) and to FASS students (from cohort 2006 onwards.)

For the latest updates, please visit the Department website at: http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/ecs/

E.   English Language

The English Language programme aims to help students to:
•      develop the capacity for critical enquiry into various aspects of the study of language; and
•      acquire specialised knowledge about the structure, development, and functions of English.

The modules fall into six groups — based on area of investigation — indicated by the last two digits of the module code:

The linguistic training and experience that students acquire from the study of language are of professional relevance to careers as varied as education, public relations, media, advertising, publishing, journalism, management, commerce, and industry.

Entry Requirements

Students who wish to read English Language should have obtained at least one of the following: Exempted from or passed the NUS Qualifying English Test, or exempted from further CELC Remedial English modules.

Subject Requirements

Single Major [B.A. (Hons.)]
Pass at least 100 MCs of EL or EL-recognised modules(See Note 1), which include the following:

Note 2:       To declare Honours track, students must have completed 110 MCs, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a CAP of 3.5 and above.
Note 3:       The Honours Thesis/Project (15 MCs) is optional. To qualify for the Honours Thesis/Project, students must complete 110 MCs including 60 MCs of EL major requirements with a minimum CAP of 3.5. In order to obtain First Class Honours, students must achieve a CAP of 4.5 or higher AND at least an ‘A-’ in the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 4:       Students who do not attempt the Honours Thesis/Project will read Level-4000 modules to fulfil the Honours Requirements.
Note 5:       Students may also read a Level-4000 Independent Studies Module (5 MCs). This Level-4000 ISM carries a prerequisite of 100 MCs completed, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5. It precludes the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 6:       All Level-4000 modules carry a general prerequisite of having completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5 OR being on the Honours Track (some Level-4000 modules may have different prerequisites).

Single Major (B.A.)
Pass at least 60 MCs of EL or EL-recognised modules(See Note 1), which include the following:

Note 1:       The following EL-recognised modules may be read to fulfil EL Major requirements:
EN2271       Introduction to Playwriting
EN2272       Introduction to Writing Prose Fiction
EN2273       Introduction to Creative Writing
EN2274       Introduction to Screenwriting
EN3235       Representation of Asians in the U.S.
EN3245       Feminism: Text and Theory
EN3271       Advanced Playwriting
EN3273       Creative Writing Intensive
PS4220       Rhetoric and Politics
TS4213       Stylistics of Drama

Second Major
Pass at least 48 MCs of EL or EL-recognised modules(See Note 1), which include the following:

Note 1:       The following EL-recognised modules may be read to fulfil EL Major requirements:
EN2271       Introduction to Playwriting
EN2272       Introduction to Writing Prose Fiction
EN2273       Introduction to Creative Writing
EN2274       Introduction to Screenwriting
EN3235       Representation of Asians in the U.S.
EN3245       Feminism: Text and Theory
EN3271       Advanced Playwriting
EN3273       Creative Writing Intensive
PS4220       Rhetoric and Politics
TS4213       Stylistics of Drama

Minor
Pass at least 24 MCs of EL modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       A maximum of 8 MCs from the minor can be used to satisfy the requirements of a major or another minor.

For the latest updates, please visit the department website at: http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/ell

F.    English Literature

In your foundation module, you will be trained in basic literary and cultural reading, and in the craft of academic writing. All Level-2000 modules will equip students with interpretive tools that they can use for further analysis of literary texts and other forms of cultural expression. Each module in this Level-2000 category will approach a group of literary or cultural texts by relating them to one or more significant formal, historical, or theoretical frameworks, in order to show students how the approach that one employs affects the process of textual interpretation. Subsequent modules offer a wide range of options.

Majoring students are expected to read a certain number of modules from the “British Literature” group, as these provide knowledge of the development and connectedness of English literary history. In addition, there are modules as diverse as film, writing, Southeast Asian literature, American literature and literature in relation to the other arts; and there are honours modules which deal with specialised topics at a more advanced level – examples include Modern Critical Theory; Research Methodology; Film; and focused Literary Topics. What brings these diverse areas together is the emphasis on the training of skills in the reading and analysis of literary and cultural texts in all their diversity and complexity. There will also be opportunities to undertake advanced research projects in special topics as part of continuous assessment. The flexibility of the Literature programme within the modular system allows you considerable breadth in the types of courses chosen, while still retaining the rigour of the traditional English Literature degree.

Apart from sensitivity to language and the sophisticated communicative skills developed through prolonged engagement with literary texts and criticism, the programme also imparts the critical ability and theories necessary to engage with a range of cultural texts such as film, various types of written discourse, advertising and media. A literature student is thus well equipped for a number of jobs – typical career areas of recent graduates include journalism, television, public relations in banks and other corporations, teaching and publishing.

Entry Requirements

Students who wish to read English Literature should have obtained at least one of the following: Exempted from, or passed the NUS Qualifying English Test, or exempted from further CELC Remedial English modules.

Subject Major Requirements

Single Major [B.A. (Hons.)]
Pass at least 100 MCs of EN or EN-recognised modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       The following are British Literature modules:
EN3221      The English Renaissance (before 1800)
EN3222      The Eighteenth Century (before 1800)
EN3223      Nineteenth Century Literature and Culture
EN3224      The Twentieth Century
EN3225      Late Medieval Literature and Culture (before 1800)
EN3226      Shakespeare (before 1800)
EN3227      Romanticism
EN3228      Women Novelists: 1750 - 1800 (before 1800)
EN3229      Shakespeare in His Time and Ours (before 1800)   
EN4221      Topics in the Seventeenth Century (before 1800)
EN4222      Topics in the Eighteenth Century (before 1800)
EN4223      Topics in the Nineteenth Century
EN4224      Topics in the Twentieth Century
EN4225      Asia and the Victorians
EN4226      English Women Novelists 1800‐1900
EN4880A   Usurpation and Authority, 1558-1674 (before 1800)
EN4880B   Modernism and Empire

Note 2:       The following EN-recognised modules may be read to fulfil EN Major requirements:
EL3222      Cinematic Discourse and Language
EL3258      The Sociolinguistics of Humour: Jokes and Comedies
EL4221      Narrative Structures
EL4253      Language, Gender and Text
PS4220     Rhetoric and Politics
TS2239     Major Playwrights of the 20th Century
TS4220     Shakespeare and Film
Note 3:       To declare Honours track, students must have completed 110 MCs, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a CAP of 3.5 and above.
Note 4:       The Honours Thesis/Project (15 MCs) is optional. To qualify for the Honours Thesis/Project, students must complete 110 MCs including 60 MCs of EN major requirements with a minimum CAP of 3.5. In order to obtain First Class Honours, students must achieve a CAP of 4.5 or higher AND at least an ‘A-’ in the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 5:       Students who do not attempt the Honours Thesis/Project will read Level-4000 modules to fulfil the Honours Requirements.
Note 6:       Students may also read a Level-4000 Independent Studies Module (5 MCs). This Level-4000 ISM carries a prerequisite of 100 MCs completed, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5. It precludes the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 7:       All Level-4000 modules carry a general prerequisite of having completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5 OR being on the Honours Track (some Level-4000 modules may have different prerequisites).
Note 8:       EN2201, EN2202, EN2203 and EN2204 are pre-requisite or co-requisite for Level-3000 EN modules; all other Level-2000 modules can be taken as electives so long as graduation requirements are met.

Single Major (B.A.)
Pass at least 60 MCs of EN or EN-recognised modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       The following are British Literature modules:
EN3221      The English Renaissance (before 1800)
EN3222      The Eighteenth Century (before 1800)
EN3223      Nineteenth Century Literature and Culture
EN3224      The Twentieth Century
EN3225      Late Medieval Literature and Culture (before 1800)
EN3226      Shakespeare (before 1800)
EN3227      Romanticism
EN3228      Women Novelists: 1750 - 1800 (before 1800)
EN3229      Shakespeare in His Time and Ours (before 1800)   
EN4221      Topics in the Seventeenth Century (before 1800)
EN4222      Topics in the Eighteenth Century (before 1800)
EN4223      Topics in the Nineteenth Century
EN4224      Topics in the Twentieth Century
EN4225      Asia and the Victorians
EN4226      English Women Novelists 1800‐1900
EN4880A   Usurpation and Authority, 1558-1674 (before 1800)
EN4880B   Modernism and Empire

Note 2:       The following EN-recognised modules may be read to fulfil EN Major requirements:
EL3222      Cinematic Discourse and Language
EL3258      The Sociolinguistics of Humour: Jokes and Comedies
EL4221      Narrative Structures
EL4253      Language, Gender and Text
PS4220     Rhetoric and Politics
TS2239     Major Playwrights of the 20th Century
TS4220     Shakespeare and Film
Note 3:       EN2201, EN2202, EN2203 and EN2204 are pre-requisite or co-requisite for Level-3000 EN modules; all other Level-2000 modules can be taken as electives so long as graduation requirements are met.

Second Major
Pass at least 48 MCs of EN or EN-recognised modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       The following are British Literature modules:
EN3221      The English Renaissance (before 1800)
EN3222      The Eighteenth Century (before 1800)
EN3223      Nineteenth Century Literature and Culture
EN3224      The Twentieth Century
EN3225      Late Medieval Literature and Culture (before 1800)
EN3226      Shakespeare (before 1800)
EN3227      Romanticism
EN3228      Women Novelists: 1750 - 1800 (before 1800)
EN3229      Shakespeare in His Time and Ours (before 1800)   
EN4221      Topics in the Seventeenth Century (before 1800)
EN4222      Topics in the Eighteenth Century (before 1800)
EN4223      Topics in the Nineteenth Century
EN4224      Topics in the Twentieth Century
EN4225      Asia and the Victorians
EN4226      English Women Novelists 1800‐1900
EN4880A   Usurpation and Authority, 1558-1674 (before 1800)
EN4880B   Modernism and Empire

Note 2:       The following EN-recognised modules may be read to fulfil EN Major requirements:
EL3222      Cinematic Discourse and Language
EL3258      The Sociolinguistics of Humour: Jokes and Comedies
EL4221      Narrative Structures
EL4253      Language, Gender and Text
PS4220      Rhetoric and Politics
TS2239      Major Playwrights of the 20th Century
TS4220      Shakespeare and Film
Note 3:       EN2201, EN2202, EN2203 and EN2204 are pre-requisite or co-requisite for Level-3000 EN modules; all other Level-2000 modules can be taken as electives so long as graduation requirements are met.

Minor
Pass at least 24 MCs of EN modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       A maximum of 8 MCs from the minor can be used to satisfy the requirements of a major or another minor.
Note 2:       EN2201, EN2202, EN2203 and EN2204 are pre-requisite or co-requisite for Level-3000 EN modules; all other Level-2000 modules can be taken as electives so long as graduation requirements are met.

For the latest updates, please visit the department website at: http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/ell

G.    European Studies

The aim of the European Studies Programme is to enhance the student’s understanding of Europe by offering two types of modules.

First, there are multidisciplinary non-language modules covering an array of disciplines such as modules which focus on European Economics and Business, Geography, History, Literature, Philosophy and Politics. Second, there are language modules in either French or German that students are required to read and pass.

Career prospects for NUS graduates in European Studies are generally bright as there are currently several thousand European companies operating in Singapore and Europe is among Singapore’s largest trading partners. Besides this, both various public sector bodies (such as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry for Information and the Arts, IE Singapore and the Singapore Tourism Board) and companies in the private sector provide good career opportunities for our graduates. The graduate’s knowledge of Europe and proficiency in either French or German are assets much appreciated by these institutions and companies.

Many of the Programme’s graduates have also proceeded to Europe to pursue postgraduate qualifications, and their knowledge of French and German has allowed them to gain entry into European universities outside the United Kingdom.

Entry Requirements

Students wishing to read European Studies as a major should have a good grade in the General Paper and good GCE ‘A’ Level results. There are no prerequisite or qualifying tests. The Programme welcomes students who show a keen interest in the subject.

Previous knowledge of either French or German is not required as these two languages will be taught as part of the curriculum. For students with prior knowledge of French or German, placement tests will be conducted to enable them to pursue language modules* appropriate for their level.
*    All language modules are offered by the Centre for Language Studies. Placement tests will also be conducted by the Centre.

Subject Requirements

Single Major [B.A. (Hons.)]
Pass at least 100 MCs of EU and EU-recognised (include French/German language modules), which include the following:

Note 1:       Additional language modules read (over and above the number stated above) cannot be used to fulfil EU major requirements.
Note 2:       Students who have prior knowledge of French or German will be allowed to enrol for higher level language modules. Placement tests will determine the appropriate starting level for such students. Students who sit for the placement tests and qualify for LAF4202 French 6/LAG4202 German 6 OR LAF4203 French Studies 1/LAG4203 German Studies 1 will receive exemptions of 4 MCs and 8 MCs respectively.
Note 3:       Students who have qualified to read LAF4202 French 6/LAG4202 German 6 OR LAF4203 French Studies 1/LAG4203 German Studies 1 and have received credit exemptions are required to read EU non-language module(s).
Note 4:       The maximum language exemptions granted will be subject to the maximum exemptions allowed by FASS. Exemptions will only be granted when the student files for graduation as an EU major.
Note 5:       Students who qualified to start with LAF/LAG420X are required to read Level-4000 non-language EU or EU-recognised module(s) to make up the minimum 21 MCs language requirement.
Note 6:       To declare Honours track, students must have completed 110 MCs, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a CAP of 3.5 and above.
Note 7:       The Honours Thesis/Project (15 MCs) is optional. To qualify for the Honours Thesis/Project, students must complete 110 MCs including 60 MCs of EU major requirements with a minimum CAP of 3.5. In order to obtain First Class Honours, students must achieve a CAP of 4.5 or higher AND at least an ‘A-’ in the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 8:       Students who do not attempt the Honours Thesis/Project will read Level-4000 modules to fulfil the Honours requirements.
Note 9:       EU Honours students are required to comply with the Honours Thesis timetable devised for the programme; in all other respects, they must comply with the Honours Thesis/Project requirements of the supervising department.
Note 10:     Students may also read a Level-4000 Independent Studies Module (5 MCs). The Level-4000 ISM carries a prerequisite of 100 MCs completed, including 60 MCs in the major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5. It precludes the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 11:     All Level-4000 modules carry a general prerequisite of having completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in the major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5 OR being on the Honours track (some Level-4000 modules may have different prerequisites).
Note 12:     Internship is available if a student wishes to gain some practical experience and modular credits at the same time.  Student must have completed a minimum of 24 MCs in European Studies before reading the internship modules (EU3550 Internship and IEU3550 Extended Internship).

Single Major (B.A.)
Pass at least 60 MCs of EU and EU-recognised (include French/German language modules), which include the following:

Note 1:       Additional language modules read (over and above the number stated above) cannot be used to fulfil EU major/minor requirements.
Note 2:       Students who have prior knowledge of French or German will be allowed to enrol for higher level language modules. Placement tests will determine the appropriate starting level for such students. Exemptions of 4 or 8 MCs will be awarded to EU major students who begin the language module at LAF4202 French 6/LAG4202 German 6 or LAF4203 French Studies 1/LAG4203 German Studies 1 respectively (not applicable for students who read the Minor in European Studies).
Note 3:       Students who are granted waivers are required to enrol in EU non-language modules to meet the number of modular credits that were waived.
Note 4:       The maximum language exemptions granted will be subject to the maximum exemptions allowed by FASS. Exemptions will only be granted when the student files for graduation as an EU major (not applicable for students who read the Minor in European Studies).
Note 5:       Please check with the department website for the basket of EU-recognised modules.
Note 6:       Internship is available if a student wishes to gain some practical experience and modular credits at the same time. The student must have completed a minimum of 24 MCs in European Studies before reading the internship modules (EU3550 Internship and IEU3550 Extended Internship).
Note 7:       A maximum of 8 MCs from the minor can be used to satisfy the requirements of a major or another minor.

Second Major
Pass at least 48 MCs of EU and EU-recognised (include French/German language modules), which include the following:

Note 1:       Additional language modules read (over and above the number stated above) cannot be used to fulfil EU major/minor requirements.
Note 2:       Students who have prior knowledge of French or German will be allowed to enrol for higher level language modules. Placement tests will determine the appropriate starting level for such students. Exemptions of 4 or 8 MCs will be awarded to EU major students who begin the language module at LAF4202 French 6/LAG4202 German 6 or LAF4203 French Studies 1/LAG4203 German Studies 1 respectively (not applicable for students who read the Minor in European Studies).
Note 3:       Students who are granted waivers are required to enrol in EU non-language modules to meet the number of modular credits that were waived.
Note 4:       The maximum language exemptions granted will be subject to the maximum exemptions allowed by FASS. Exemptions will only be granted when the student files for graduation as an EU major (not applicable for students who read the Minor in European Studies).
Note 5:       Please check with the department website for the basket of EU-recognised modules.
Note 6:       Internship is available if a student wishes to gain some practical experience and modular credits at the same time.  Student must have completed a minimum of 24 MCs in European Studies before reading the internship modules (EU3550 Internship and IEU3550 Extended Internship).
Note 7:       A maximum of 8 MCs from the minor can be used to satisfy the requirements of a major or another minor.

Minor
Pass at least 24 MCs of EU and EU-recognised (include French/German language modules), which include the following:

Note 1:       Additional language modules read (over and above the number stated above) cannot be used to fulfil EU major/minor requirements.
Note 2:       Students who have prior knowledge of French or German will be allowed to enrol for higher level language modules. Placement tests will determine the appropriate starting level for such students. Exemptions of 4 or 8 MCs will be awarded to EU major students who begin the language module at LAF4202 French 6/LAG4202 German 6 or LAF4203 French Studies 1/LAG4203 German Studies 1 respectively (not applicable for students who read the Minor in European Studies).
Note 3:       Students who qualified to start with LAF/LAG4203 or LAF/LAG4204 are required to read Level-4000 non-language EU or EU-recognised module(s) to make up the minimum language requirement.
Note 4:       Students who are granted waivers are required to enrol in EU non-language modules to meet the number of modular credits that were waived.

Note 5:       The maximum language exemptions granted will be subject to the maximum exemptions allowed by the FASS. Exemptions will only be granted when the student files for graduation as an EU major (not applicable for students who read the Minor in European Studies).
Note 6:       Please check with the department website for the basket of EU-recognised modules.
Note 7:       Internship is available if a student wishes to gain some practical experience and modular credits at the same time. The student must have completed a minimum of 24 MCs in European Studies before reading the internship modules (EU3550 Internship and IEU3550 Extended Internship).
Note 8:       A maximum of 8 MCs from the minor can be used to satisfy the requirements of a major or another minor.

For the latest updates, please visit the Department website at: http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/oop

H.    Geography

At the Department of Geography, students are encouraged to develop a deeper and more critical understanding of both physical and human environments. Students will acquire knowledge, skills and perspectives which will enable them to better evaluate and appreciate the interdependent world we live in. The Department offers four strands of geographical enquiry: (i) physical features and processes of the earth’s surface; (ii) the interaction between societies and space; (iii) human-environment relationships; and (iv) regional specialisations. Emphasis will be given to understanding the local situation as well as regional and global influences. Students will also be exposed to various research techniques through seminars, laboratory sessions, hands-on workshops in geographic information systems (GIS) and remote sensing, and fieldwork.

Geography is one of the most diverse fields of academic study offering a wide breadth of careers for our graduates. As geography trains us to think critically and to write analytically, these valuable assets prepare our graduates well for a wide range of jobs in government bodies, statutory boards and private organisations.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal prerequisites for entry into the Department. While we accept Arts students without GCE ‘A’ Level Geography as well as students from the Science stream, the Department seeks to attract students who show a high degree of interest in Geography. This interest may be indicated in their selection of Geography modules in the first year. There are also no qualifying tests for entry into the Department. The Department, however, expects its students to have a good command of the English Language.

Subject Requirements

Single Major [B. Soc.Sci. (Hons.)]
Pass at least 100 MCs of GE or GE-recognised modules, which include the following:

1. GE1101E     Places, Environment and Society
2. GE2101       Methods & Practices in Geography
3. A minimum of ONE of the following:
   1. GE2215     Introduction to GIS and Remote Sensing
   2. GE2227     Cartography and Visualization
   3. GE3230A  Field Studies in Geography: Southeast Asia
   4. GE3233    Environmental Research Methods
4. A minimum of any 2 modules at level-2000 or 3000 from each of the following sub-disciplinary areas:
   Social/Cultural Group:
   
   1. GE2204    Cities in Transition
   2. GE2206    Geographies of Life and (iii)Death
   3. GE2218    Leisure Recreation and Tourism
   4. GE3206    Gender, Space and Place
   5. GE3219    Globalisation and Asian Cities
   6. GE3224    Cultural Landscapes
   7. GE3226    Tourism Development
   8. GE3234   Historical Landscapes & Heritage
   9. GE3237    Geographies of Migration
   10. GE3241    Geographies of Social Life
   Political / Economic Group:
   
   1. GE2202    Economy and Space
   2. GE2221    Nature and Society
   3. GE2222    Politics and Space
   4. GE3201    The Service Economy
   5. GE3204   Cities and Regions
   6. GE3210    Natural Resources
   7. GE3228   Geography of Business Organisations
   8. GE3235   Geographies of Development
   9. GE3236   Transport and Communications
   Physical Geography Group:
   
   1. GE2220    Terrestrial and Coastal Environments
   2. GE2228    Weather and Climate
   3. GE2229    Water and Environment
   4. GE3221    Ecological Systems
   5. GE3223    Environmental Change in the Tropics
   6. GE3227    Urban Climates
   7. GE3231    Natural Hazards
   8. GE3880A  Topics in Petroleum Geosciences
5. A minimum of 64 MCs at level-3000 or higher  with
   (i)     A minimum of 40 MCs at level-4000 or higher including:
   (a)    GE4102    Geography in the Contemporary World
6. A maximum of two level-5000 GE modules (subject to departmental approval)

Note 1: To read GE4102, students must have declared Honours track.
Note 2: To declare Honours track, students must have completed 110 MCs, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a CAP of 3.5 or above.
Note 3: The Honours Thesis (15 MCs) is optional. To qualify for the Honours Thesis, students must:
pass the GE3240 Geographical Research: Developing Ideas, complete 110 MCs, including 60 MCs of GE major requirements
with a minimum CAP of 3.5. In order to obtain First Class Honours, students must achieve a CAP of 4.5 or higher AND at least  an ‘A-‘ in the Honours Thesis.
Note 4: Students who do not attempt the Honours Thesis will read level 4000 modules to fulfil the Honours requirements.
Note 5: Students may also read a level 4000 Independent Studies Module (5 MCs). The level 4000 ISM carries a prerequisite of 100
MCs completed, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5. It precludes the Honours Thesis.
Note 6: All level 4000 modules carry a general prerequisite of having completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in the Major, with
a minimum CAP of 3.5 OR being on the Honours track (some level 4000 modules may have different prerequisites).

Single Major (B.A.)
Pass at least 60 MCs of GE or GE-recognised modules, which include the following:

Social/Cultural Group:
(i)      GE2204   Cities in Transition
(ii)      GE2206   Geographies of Life and Death
(iii)     GE2218   Leisure Recreation and Tourism
(iv)    GE3206   Gender, Space and Place
(v)     GE3219   Globalisation and Asian Cities
(vi)    GE3224   Cultural Landscapes
(vii)   GE3226   Tourism Development
(viii)  GE3234   Historical Landscapes & Heritage
(ix)    GE3237   Geographies of Migration
(x)    GE3241   Geographies of Social Life

Political / Economic Group:
(i)      GE2202   Economy and Space
(ii)     GE2221   Nature and Society
(iii)     GE2222   Politics and Space
(iv)    GE3201   The Service Economy
(v)     GE3204   Cities and Regions
(vi)    GE3210   Natural Resources
(vii)   GE3228   Geography of Business Organisations
(viii)   GE3235   Geographies of Development
(ix)    GE3236   Transport and Communications

Physical Geography Group:         
(i)      GE2220   Terrestrial and Coastal Environments
(ii)     GE2228   Weather and Climate
(iii)     GE2229   Water and Environment
(iv)    GE3221   Ecological Systems
(v)     GE3223    Environmental Change in the Tropics
(vi)    GE3227    Urban Climates
(vii)   GE3231    Natural Hazards
(viii)   GE3880A  Topics in Petroleum Geosciences

(5)  A minimum of 24 MCs at level-3000 or higher (see Note 1)

Note 1: Students are allowed to read level-4000 modules subject to departmental approval.

Second Major
Pass at least 48 MCs of GE or GE-recognised modules, which include the following:

Social/Cultural Group:
(i)      GE2204   Cities in Transition
(ii)     GE2206   Geographies of Life and Death
(iii)    GE2218   Leisure Recreation and Tourism
(iv)    GE3206   Gender, Space and Place
(v)    GE3219   Globalisation and Asian Cities
(vi)    GE3224   Cultural Landscapes
(vii)   GE3226   Tourism Development
(viii)  GE3234   Historical Landscapes & Heritage
(ix)   GE3237   Geographies of Migration
(x)    GE3241   Geographies of Social Life

Political / Economic Group:
(i)             GE2202   Economy and Space
(ii)            GE2221   Nature and Society
(iii)           GE2222   Politics and Space
(iv)           GE3201   The Service Economy
(v)            GE3204   Cities and Regions
(vi)           GE3210   Natural Resources
(vii)          GE3228   Geography of Business Organisations
(viii)         GE3235   Geographies of Development
(ix)           GE3236   Transport and Communications

Physical Geography Group:   
(i)             GE2220   Terrestrial and Coastal Environments
(ii)            GE2228   Weather and Climate
(iii)           GE2229   Water and Environment
(iv)           GE3221   Ecological Systems
(v)            GE3223   Environmental Change in the Tropics
(vi)           GE3227   Urban Climates
(vii)          GE3231   Natural Hazards
(viii)         GE3880A Topics in Petroleum Geosciences

(5)            A minimum of 20 MCs at level-3000 or higher (see Note 1)

Note 1:  Students are allowed to read level-4000 modules
subject to departmental approval.

For the latest updates, please visit the department website at: http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/geog

I.    History

History is a wide-ranging and challenging subject to study. It seeks to understand the past to make sense of the present, thus adding an important dimension to the understanding of human society. The study of history equips students with a wide range of practical analytical skills and knowledge that are essential for successful life-long careers. As a student, you will learn how to analyse many kinds of complex evidence from diverse sources, to develop critical powers and learn to write with clarity and coherence. The emphasis of our teaching is on regular discussion sessions during which students discuss historical issues with their tutors. In addition, each module will assign a number of written assignments, mostly in the form of essays or projects, to help students develop skills of analysis and expression. Lectures play a vital role by providing a framework for tutorials and essays. A degree in history will provide you with the knowledge, skills and disciplines that are highly valued by employers. In the public sector, there is an increasing demand for well-trained history graduates. Our graduates have also established successful careers in the corporate world, many in press and media relations as well as advertising and banking.

Entry Requirements

The History Department welcomes students who have performed well in History at GCE ‘O’ and/or GCE ‘A’ Levels, as well as those who have no formal history training but with generally good overall results at GCE ‘A’ Level (including the General Paper) and have a keen interest in the subject.

Subject Requirements

Single Major [B.A. (Hons.)]
Pass at least 100 MCs of HY or HY-recognized modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       Students who wish to read more than 40 MCs of Level-4000 modules must seek departmental approval.
Note 2:       To declare Honours track, students must have completed 110 MCs, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a CAP of 3.5 and above.
Note 3:       The Honours Thesis/Project (15 MCs) is optional. To qualify for the Honours Thesis/Project, students must complete 110 MCs including 60 MCs of HY major requirements with a minimum CAP of 3.5. In order to obtain First Class Honours, students must achieve a CAP of 4.5 or higher AND at least an ‘A-’ in the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 4:       Students who do not attempt the Honours Thesis/Project will read Level-4000 modules to fulfil the Honours Requirements.
Note 5:       Students may also read a Level-4000 Independent Studies Module (5 MCs). This Level-4000 ISM carries a prerequisite of 100 MCs completed, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5. It precludes the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 6:       All Level-4000 modules carry a general prerequisite of having completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5 OR being on the Honours Track (some Level-4000 modules may have different prerequisites).

Single Major (B.A.)
Pass at least 60 MCs of HY or HY-recognized modules, which include the following:
(1)   HY1101E             Asia and the Modern World
(2)   a minimum of 24 MCs at Level-3000 or higher(See Note 1)

Note 1:       Students are allowed to read Level-4000 modules subject to departmental approval.

Second Major
Pass at least 48 MCs of HY or HY-recognized modules, which include the following module:

Note 1:       Students are allowed to read Level-4000 modules subject to departmental approval.

Minor
Pass at least 24 MCs of HY or HY-recognised modules, which include the following:

• HY1101E Asia and the Modern World
• ONE of the following level-2000 modules:
• HY2231 Upheaval in Europe 1848-1918
• HY2237 The U.S.: From Settlement to Superpower
• HY2245 Empires, Colonies and Imperialism
• HY2246 Introduction to World History
• a minimum of 8 MCs at Level-3000

For the latest updates, please visit the Department website at: http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/hist

J.     Japanese Studies

Founded in 1981, the Department of Japanese Studies is one of the largest area studies departments devoted to the study of Japan in the Asia-Pacific region. We offer B.A., M.A. and Ph.D. degrees in Japanese Studies taught by specialists with qualifications from leading universities around the world. Every year, more than 1500 undergraduate students enrol in our courses covering a broad range of disciplines including Japanese linguistics, business studies, sociology, anthropology, history, literature, religion, politics and international relations. All of our faculty members have extensive experience in Japan and are active in publishing and research.

The Department believes in the importance of maintaining close and supportive relationships with our students. Through our mentorship programme, each major student is paired with a faculty member who monitors the individual student’s academic progress over the course of his/her time at NUS. Other than that, our students are also given many opportunities to actively interact with the Japanese communities in Singapore and Japan through such programmes as visiting Japanese families and companies, home stays and company internships, and language and cultural immersion activities. Scholarships for students to pursue further training and study in Japanese universities are also available. Graduates of the Department are well prepared for work in the private and public sectors, as well as in local and overseas companies and institutions which require graduates with good knowledge of Japanese language and society, and its operating values and ethos.

Entry Requirements

There are no prerequisites or qualifying tests. The Department welcomes students who show a keen interest in the subject. Students are not expected to have studied the language and for those who have, placement tests will be conducted to enable them to pursue language modules* appropriate for their level+. Not all elective modules are available in any one year as module offerings depend on staff availability and student interest.

*       All the language modules are offered by the Centre for Language Studies.
+        Students with JLPT levels 1/2/3/4 or GCE ‘O’, GCE ‘AO’ or GCE ‘A’ Levels Japanese Language or pass in placement test will be granted waivers. Placement tests are conducted by the Centre for Language Studies.

Subject Requirements

Single Major [B.A. (Hons.)]
Pass at least 100 MCs of JS or JS-recognised or LAJ modules, which include the following:
(1)     JS1101E            Introduction to Japanese Studies
(2)     JS2101              Approaches to Japanese Studies I
(3)     JS3101              Approaches to Japanese Studies II
(4)     LAJ1201            Japanese 1
(5)     LAJ2201            Japanese 2
(6)     LAJ2202            Japanese 3
(7)     LAJ2203            Japanese 4
(8)     LAJ3201            Japanese 5 or LAJ3203 Business Japanese 1 or both
(9)     LAJ3202            Japanese 6 or LAJ3204 Business Japanese 2 or both
(10)   JS4101               Research and Writing in Japanese Studies
(11)   a minimum of 60 MCs at Level-3000 or higher, with
(i)  a minimum of 40 MCs at Level-4000 or higher    
(ii) a maximum of two Level-5000 JS modules (subject to department’s approval)

Note 1:       To declare Honours track, students must have completed 110 MCs, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a CAP of 3.5 and above.
Note 2:       The Honours Thesis/Project (15 MCs) is optional. To qualify for the Honours Thesis/Project, students must complete 110 MCs including 60 MCs of JS major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.0 and CAP of 3.5. In order to obtain First Class Honours, students must achieve a CAP of 4.5 or higher AND at least an ‘A-’ in the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 3:       Students who do not attempt the Honours Thesis/Project will read Level-4000 modules to fulfil the Honours Requirements.
Note 4:       Students may also read a Level-4000 Independent Studies Module (5 MCs). The Level-4000 ISM carries a prerequisite of 100 MCs completed, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5. It precludes the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 5:       All Level-4000 modules carry a general prerequisite of having completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5 OR being on the Honours Track (some Level-4000 modules may have different prerequisites).

Single Major (B.A.)
Pass at least 60 MCs of JS or JS-recognised or LAJ modules, which include the following:
(1)     JS1101E             Introduction to Japanese Studies
(2)     JS2101              Approaches to Japanese Studies I
(3)     JS3101              Approaches to Japanese Studies II
(4)     LAJ1201             Japanese 1
(5)     LAJ2201             Japanese 2
(6)     LAJ2202             Japanese 3
(7)     LAJ2203             Japanese 4
(8)     a minimum of 20 MCs at Level-3000 or higher

Second Major
Pass at least 48 MCs of JS or JS-recognised or LAJ modules, which include the following:
(1)     JS1101E             Introduction to Japanese Studies
(2)     JS2101               Approaches to Japanese Studies I
(3)     JS3101               Approaches to Japanese Studies II
(4)     LAJ1201             Japanese 1
(5)     LAJ2201             Japanese 2
(6)     LAJ2202             Japanese 3
(7)     a minimum of 16 MCs at Level-3000 or higher

Minor
Pass at least 24 MCs of JS or JS-recognised or LAJ modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       If students have JLPT 1 or equivalent language proficiency, all LAJ modules will be waived. Such students are required to read JS or JS-recognised modules to make up for the minimum 4 MCs required.
Note 2:       A maximum of 8 MCs from the minor can be used to satisfy the requirements of a major or another minor.

For the latest updates, please visit the Department website at:http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/jps

K.    Malay Studies

The Department’s undergraduate programme is aimed at providing an in-depth understanding of the contemporary Malay world, leading to an appreciation of the challenges faced by it in adapting and adjusting to the conditions of the modern world. The approach of the programme is multidisciplinary, while emphasising the comparative dimension in relation to other societies and cultures.

Entry Requirements

There is no Malay language requirement for taking up Malay Studies at Level-1000 or as an elective at any level as the majority of the modules offered in the department are taught in English (please check list of modules for the medium of instruction).

A candidate who proposes to major in Malay Studies must have a pass in Higher Malay at the GCE ‘O’ Level Examination or a H1 pass in Malay Language or H2/H3 pass in Malay Language and Literature at GCE ‘A’ Level Examination. Those who have obtained a pass at the GCE ‘O’ Level Examination (ML2) may, at the discretion of the Head of Department, be allowed to major in Malay Studies on obtaining a pass in Malay from the Centre for Language Studies.

Those who do not have any of the above must obtain a pass in LAM1201 Malay 1 and LAM2201 Malay 2 from the Centre for Language Studies, and obtain approval from the Head of Department.

Subject Major Requirements

Single Major [B.A. (Hons.)]
Pass at least 100 MCs of MS or MS-recognised modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       The following are recognised modules from other departments:
Geography
GE4219         Eco-development of Southeast Asia
History
HY4101         Historiography and Historical Method             
HY4201         Economy and Society in Southeast Asia
HY4210         Issues and Events in Malaysian History           
HY4217         Approaches to the study of Southeast Asian History
Sociology
SC4201         Contemporary Social Theory
SC4202         Reading Ethnographies
SC4209         Interpretive Sociology
Southeast Asian Studies Programme
SE4218         Majorities and Minorities in Southeast Asia
SE4221         Southeast Asian Post-Colonialism
SE4223         Knowledge, Power and Colonialism in Southeast Asia
South Asian Studies Programme
SN4276         Epic Traditions in South- and SE-Asia
Note 2:       Students intending to pursue Honours are encouraged to read ONE of the following MS-recognised methods modules:
GE2225         Methods and Practices in Geography
HY2241         Why History? The 20th Century 1914-1989
PH2110         Logic
PH2214         Philosophical Logic
PH3201         Philosophy of Social Science
PS2102         Political Inquiry: An Introduction
PS3257         Political Inquiry
SC2101         Methods of Social Research
SC3101         Social thought and Social Theory
Note 3:       To declare Honours track, students must have completed 110 MCs, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a CAP of 3.5 and above.
Note 4:       The Honours Thesis/Project (15 MCs) is optional. To qualify for the Honours Thesis/Project, students must complete 110 MCs including 60 MCs of MS major requirements with a minimum CAP of 3.5. In order to obtain First Class Honours, students must achieve a CAP of 4.5 or higher AND at least an ‘A-’ in the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 5:       Students who do not attempt the Honours Thesis/Project will read Level-4000 modules to fulfil the Honours Requirements.
Note 6:       Students may also read a Level-4000 Independent Studies Module (5 MCs). The Level-4000 ISM carries a prerequisite of 100 MCs completed, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5. It precludes the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 7:       All Level-4000 modules carry a general prerequisite of having completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5 ORbeing on the Honours track (some Level-4000 modules may have different prerequisites).

Single Major (B.A.)
Pass at least 60 MCs of MS or MS-recognised modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       The following are recognised modules from other departments:
Geography
GE2225         Methods and Practices in Geography
History
HY2241         Why History? The 20th Century 1914-1989
HY3201         Indonesian History, Economy and Society
HY3231         History of the Malay World
HY3246         History of Muslims in Southeast Asia
Philosophy
PH2110         Logic
PH2214         Philosophical Logic
PH3201         Philosophy of Social Science
Political Science
PS2102         Political Inquiry: An introduction
PS3257         Political Inquiry
Southeast Asian Studies Programme
SE2216         Idols, Villains, and Jesters
SE2211         Modern Southeast Asian Social History
SE2213         Arts of Southeast Asia
SE2221         Old and New Music in Southeast Asia
SE3217         Knowing Southeast Asia Lives and Text
SE3211         Religion, Society and Politics in Southeast Asia
South Asian Studies Programme
SN2276         Islam: Society and Culture in South Asia
Sociology
SC2101         Methods of Social Research
SC3101         Social Thought and Social Theory
SC3203         Race and Ethnic Relations
Theatre Studies
TS3233         Southeast Asian Performance

Second Major
Pass at least 48 MCs of MS or MS-recognised modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       Students are not allowed to read Level-4000 modules
Note 2:       The following are recognised modules from other departments:
Southeast Asian Studies Programme
SE2216         Idols, Villains, and Jesters
South Asian Studies Programme
SN2276         Islam: Society and Culture in South Asia
Sociology
SC3203         Race and Ethnic Relations

Minor
Pass at least 24 MCs of MS modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       A maximum of 8 MCs from the minor can be used to satisfy the requirements of a major or another minor.

For the latest updates, please visit the Department website at:http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/malay

L.     Philosophy

Our department is designed to allow students to learn about the philosophical traditions of Asia and the West. The study of Asian philosophies is essential to an understanding of Asian cultures and traditions, and as such is indispensable to anyone who is interested in Asian society, politics, history, literature or doing business in Asian countries. In the Singapore context, the study of Asian philosophies not only provides an opportunity for students to explore their own cultural roots, but also contributes significantly to understanding the complexity and cultural diversity of the modern world. Western Philosophy also develops those analytical and critical skills which will be invaluable in any discipline, profession or in the daily business of life. The Department offers a variety of modules in Asian and Western philosophy, including topics such as Chinese Philosophy, Indian Philosophy, Moral Philosophy, Logic, Political Philosophy, and Art & Philosophy, etc. leading to the degrees of B.A. and B.A. (Hons.). Graduate programmes by research are also available. The critical and analytical skills students develop through their acquaintance with philosophy, as well as their awareness of Asian cultural traditions as a result of their acquaintance with one, or more, Asian philosophical traditions, allow them to do well in many career areas.

Philosophy graduates have been recruited by very diverse organisations – the Straits Times, IBM, Mediacorp Singapore, multinationals (e.g., Shell, Neptune Orient Lines), Singapore International Airlines and various Government Ministries and Statutory Boards. Large organisations and employers value the evidence of independent thought, capacity for research, and flexible, integrative and critical thinking that an education in philosophy provides.

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements to major in Philosophy.

Subject Major Requirements

Single Major [B.A. (Hons.)]
Pass at least 100 MCs of PH or PH-recognised modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       To declare Honours track, students must have completed 110 MCs, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a CAP of 3.5 and above.
Note 2:       The Honours Thesis/Project (15 MCs) is optional. To qualify for the Honours Thesis/Project (15 MCs), students must complete 110 MCs including 60 MCs of PH major requirements with a minimum CAP of 3.5. In order to obtain First Class Honours, students must achieve a CAP of 4.5 or higher AND at least an ‘A-’ in the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 3:       Students who do not attempt the Honours Thesis/Project will read Level-4000 modules to fulfil the Honours Requirements.
Note 4:       Students may also read a Level-4000 Independent Studies Module (5 MCs). The Level-4000 ISM carries a prerequisite of 100 MCs completed, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5. It precludes the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 5:       All Level-4000 modules carry a general prerequisite of having completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5 ORbeing on the Honours track (some Level-4000 modules may have different prerequisites).

Single Major (B.A.)
Pass at least 60 MCs of PH or PH-recognised modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       Students are allowed to read Level-4000 modules subject to departmental approval.

Second Major
Pass at least 48 MCs of PH or PH-recognised modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       Students are allowed to read Level-4000 modules subject to departmental approval.

Minor
Pass at least 24 MCs of PH modules, or PH recognised modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       A maximum of 8 MCs from the minor can be used to satisfy the requirements of a major or another minor.

For the latest updates, please visit the Department website at: http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/philo

M.   Political Science

Politics is an intensely human activity and the study of it is an exhilarating experience. Political Science covers a wide spectrum of concerns: political thought, political institutions, the policy-making process and politics between states. It ranges across normative, empirical, and policy concerns and does so from a cosmopolitan rather than a parochial perspective. The study of political science prepares the students to appreciate the political world and to explore how the study of politics is informed by knowledge from different disciplines. Students of political science are not left with a cache of facts but are trained to reflect, analyse and interpret. The lectures and, more importantly, the discussion sessions and the assignments in class are geared towards creating a confident, articulate, attentive and active person. Equipped with these qualities, a political science graduate will be able to seek employment in the civil service, print and broadcast media, teaching, research, and many other fields.

Entry Requirements

A candidate who proposes to read Political Science should have a good pass in General Paper of the GCE ‘A’ Level Examination and other related subjects.

Subject Requirements

Single Major [B.Soc.Sci. (Hons.)]
Pass at least 100 MCs of PS or PS-recognised modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       These modules may be used to fulfil requirement (4).
Note 2:       JS2223 Government and Politics of Japan and PH2202 Major Political Philosophers can be used to fulfil a Level-2000 PS module equivalent.
Note 3:       EU3228 The EU and ASEAN in the World can be used to fulfil a Level-3000 PS module equivalent.
Note 4:       PH4202 Political Philosophy can be used to fulfil a Level-4000 PS module equivalent.
Note 5:       To declare Honours track, students must have completed 110 MCs, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a CAP of  3.5 and above.
Note 6:       The Honours Thesis/Project (15 MCs) is optional. To qualify for the Honours Thesis/Project (15 MCs), students must complete 110 MCs including 60 MCs of PS major requirements with a SJAP of 4.0 and minimum CAP of 3.5. In order to obtain First Class Honours, students must achieve a CAP of 4.5 or higher AND at least an ‘A-’ in the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 7:       Students who do not attempt the Honours Thesis/Project will read Level-4000 modules to fulfil the Honours Requirements.
Note 8:       Students may also read a Level-4000 Independent Studies Module (5 MCs). The Level-4000 ISM carries a prerequisite of 100 MCs completed, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5. It precludes the Honours Thesis/Project
Note 9:       All Level-4000 modules carry a general prerequisite of having completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5 OR being on the Honours track (some Level-4000 modules may have different prerequisites).

Single Major (B.A.)
Pass at least 60 MCs of PS or PS-recognised modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       These modules may be used to fulfil requirement (4).
Note 2:       JS2223 Government and Politics of Japan and PH2202 Major Political Philosophers can be used to fulfil a Level-2000 PS module equivalent.
Note 3:       EU3228 The EU and ASEAN in the World can be used to fulfil a Level-3000 PS module equivalent.
Note 4:       PH4202 Political Philosophy can be used to fulfil a Level-4000 PS module equivalent.
Note 5:       Students are allowed to read Level-4000 modules subject to departmental approval.

Second Major
Pass at least 48 MCs of PS or PS-recognised modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       These modules may be used to fulfil requirement (4).
Note 2:       JS2223 Government and Politics of Japan and PH2202 Major Political Philosophers can be used to fulfil a Level-2000 PS module equivalent.
Note 3:       EU3228 The EU and ASEAN in the World can be used to fulfil a Level-3000 PS module equivalent.
Note 4:       PH4202 Political Philosophy can be used to fulfil a Level-4000 PS module equivalent.
Note 5:       Students are allowed to read Level-4000 modules subject to departmental approval.

Minor
Pass at least 24 MCs of PS or PS-recognised modules or PS-cross-listed, which include the following:

Note 1:       These modules may be used to fulfil requirement (34).
Note 2:       JS2223 Government and Politics of Japan and PH2202 Major Political Philosophers can be used to fulfil a Level-2000 PS module equivalent.
Note 3:       EU3228 The EU and ASEAN in the World can be used to fulfil a Level-3000 PS module equivalent
Note 4:       A maximum of 8 MCs from the minor can be used to satisfy the requirements of a major or another minor.

For the latest updates, please visit the Department website at: http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/pol

N.    Psychology

The objective of the Psychology major is to provide students with a basic academic grounding in Psychology. Topics include human development, social and cognitive processes, mental health and adjustment of individuals, and the applications of psychology.

The objective of the Honours degree in Psychology is to provide the additional academic breadth and depth of coverage needed as the foundation for further research, applied or professional degrees, or for supervised employment or training in psychology. It also aims to provide training in thinking and analytical skills, and content useful to honours graduates in general, whether or not they intend to pursue psychology-related careers.

Entry Requirements

The Psychology major and minor programmes are open to all matriculated students of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences who have obtained a minimum grade of ‘C6’ in GCE ‘O’ Level Mathematics or equivalent. Prospective students who would like to major in Psychology at NUS must meet the pre-requisites for Psychology and obtain a grade of B- or better for the PL1101E Introduction to Psychology and a grade of B- or better for the PL2131 Research and Statistical Methods I modules.

Subject Requirements

Single Major [B.Soc.Sci. (Hons.)]
Pass at least 100 MCs of PL or PL-recognised modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       The following are PL-recognised modules:           
PH2201 Introduction to the Philosophy of Science
PH2241 (former module code PH3212) Philosophy of Mind
PH3201 Philosophy of Social Science
Note 2:       Students may use only one out of the above PL-recognised modules to fulfil a level-3000 PL module equivalent.
Note 3:       PH2201, PH2241 or PH3201 can be double-counted to fulfil requirements for students who are majoring in both Psychology and Philosophy, or who are doing a major-minor in Psychology and Philosophy.
Note 4:       To declare an Honours track, students must have completed 110 MCs, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a CAP of 3.5 and above.
Note 5:       The Honours Thesis/Project (15 MCs) is optional. To qualify for the Honours Thesis/Project, students must be on the Honours Track. In order to obtain First Class Honours, students must achieve a CAP of 4.5 or higher AND at least an ‘A-’ in the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 6:       Students who do not attempt the Honours Thesis/Project will read Level-4000 or higher PL modules to fulfil the Honours Requirements.
Note 7:       Students may also read a Level-4000 Independent Study Module (5 MCs). This Level-4000 ISM carries a prerequisite of 100 MCs completed, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5. This ISM and the Honours Thesis/Project preclude one another.
Note 8:       All Level-4000 modules carry a general prerequisite of having completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5 OR being on the Honours Track (some Level-4000 modules may have different prerequisites).

Single Major (B.A.)
Pass at least 60 MCs of PL or PL-recognised modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       Students are not allowed to read Level-5000 PL modules.
Note 2:       The following are PL-recognised modules:
PH2201 Introduction to the Philosophy of Science
PH2241 (former module code PH3212) Philosophy of Mind
PH3201 Philosophy of Social Science
Note 3:       Students may use only one out of the above PL-recognised modules to fulfil a level-3000 PL module equivalent.
Note 4:       PH2201, PH2241 or PH3201 can be double-counted to fulfil requirements for students who are majoring in both Psychology and Philosophy, or who are doing a major-minor in Psychology and Philosophy.

Second Major
Pass at least 48 MCs of PL or PL-recognised modules, which include the following:

Note 1:        Students are not allowed to read Level-4000 modules.
Note 2:       The following are PL-recognised modules:
PH2201 Introduction to the Philosophy of Science
PH2241 (former module code PH3212) Philosophy of Mind
PH3201 Philosophy of Social Science
Note 3:       Students may use only one out of the above PL-recognised modules to fulfil a level-3000 PL module equivalent.
Note 4:       PH2201, PH2241 or PH3201 can be double-counted to fulfil requirements for students who are majoring in both Psychology and Philosophy, or who are doing a major-minor in Psychology and Philosophy.

Minor
Pass at least 24 MCs of PL modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       A maximum of 8 MCs from the minor can be used to satisfy the requirements of a major or another minor. However, the credits for these modules will be counted ONCE. FASS students will still need to fulfil the MCs required for the UE outside major requirements.
Note 2:       GEMs that are within the basket of modules offered by the Minor can now be used to fulfil both the minor and GEM requirements.
Note 3:       Double counting of PL3236 and SW3217 is not allowed.

For the latest updates, please visit the department website at: http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/psy

O.    Social Work

The objective of the Social Work programme is to provide basic professional education to equip students for entry into the social work profession at the direct service level. Continued emphasis is therefore placed on the development of knowledge and skills to work with individuals, families, small groups and the community as well as within the agency context. The focus is also on the application of theoretical and professional knowledge in different practice settings. In addition, the programme prepares students for indirect social work intervention in the areas of social policy, planning and evaluative research.

Entry Requirements

Students who wish to read Social Work as a subject major must have the aptitude and a strong interest in working with people. They should have obtained good results at the GCE ‘A’ Level examination.

Subject Requirements

Single Major [B.Soc.Sci. (Hons.)]
Pass at least 100 MCs of SW modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       Students intending to pursue Honours and higher degrees are advised to increase their coverage beyond the minimum necessary for the B.A., and to seek the advice of the Department in planning their course in ways that reflect comparability with social work graduates from overseas, and which will meet requirements that may be set for overseas graduate studies.
Note 2:       To declare Honours track, students must have completed 110 MCs, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a CAP of 3.5 and above.
Note 3:       The Honours Thesis/Project (15 MCs) is optional. To qualify for the Honours Thesis/Project, students must complete 110 MCs including 60 MCs of SW major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.0 and CAP of 3.5. In order to obtain First Class Honours, students must achieve a CAP of 4.5 or higher AND at least an ‘A-’ in the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 4:       Students who do not attempt the Honours Thesis/Project will read level-4000 modules to fulfil the Honours Requirements.
Note 5:       Students may also read a level-4000 Independent Studies Module (5 MCs). This level-4000 ISM carries a prerequisite of 100 MCs completed, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5. It precludes the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 6:       All level-4000 modules carry a general prerequisite of having completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5 OR being on the Honours Track (some level-4000 modules may have different prerequisites).

Single Major (B.A.)
Pass at least 60 MCs of SW modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       Students are allowed to read level-4000 modules subject to departmental approval.

Second Major
Pass at least 48 MCs of SW modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       Students are allowed to read level-4000 modules subject to departmental approval.

Minor in Human Services
Pass at least 24 MCs of SW modules which include the following:

Note 1:       A maximum of 8 MCs from the minor can be used to satisfy the requirements of a major or another minor.

For the latest updates, please visit the Department website at: http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/swk

P.    Sociology

Sociology is directed towards the systematic study and critical analysis of social structures and institutions, and the social actors who created them in the course of their interactions with one another. The Department aims to help students develop a sociological perspective as well as equip them with the most advanced research tools (qualitative, statistical, and computer applications) necessary for analysing and understanding such diverse substantive areas as class, gender, ethnicity, religion, family, education, work, organisations, politics, popular culture, and the interconnections among them.

Entry Requirements

Students who propose to read Sociology should have a strong interest in the subject and good results at the GCE ‘A’ Level Examination, including the General Paper.

Subject Requirements

Single Major [B.Soc.Sci. (Hons.)]
Pass at least 100 MCs of SC or SC recognised modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       To declare Honours track, students must have completed 110 MCs, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a CAP of 3.5 and above.
Note 2:       The Honours Thesis/Project (15 MCs) is optional. To qualify for the Honours Thesis/Project, students must complete 110 MCs including 60 MCs of SC major requirements with a minimum SJAP of 4.0 and CAP of 3.5. In order to obtain First Class Honours, students must achieve a CAP of 4.5 or higher AND at least an ‘A-’ in the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 3:       Students who do not attempt the Honours Thesis/Project will read Level-4000 modules to fulfil the Honours Requirements.
Note 4:       Students may also read a Level-4000 Independent Studies Module (5 MCs). This Level-4000 ISM carries a prerequisites of 100 MCs completed, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5. It precludes the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 5:       All Level-4000 modules carry a general prerequisite of having completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5 OR being on the Honours Track (some Level-4000 modules may have different prerequisites).

Single Major (B.A.)
Pass at least 60 MCs of SC or SC recognised modules, which include all of the following:

1. a minimum of 28 MCs of SC modules at Level-3000 or higher(See Note 1) (including modules taken in point (3) & (4) above)

Note 1:      Students are allowed to read Level-4000 modules subject to the department’s approval.

Second Major
Pass a minimum of 48 MCs of SC or SC-recognised modules, which include the following:

Note 1:      Students are allowed to read Level-4000 modules subject to the department’s approval.

Minor
Pass at least 24 MCs of SC modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       A maximum of 8 MCs from the minor can be used to satisfy the requirements of a major or another minor.

For the latest updates, please visit the Department website at: http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/soc

Q.    South Asian Studies

The South Asian Studies Programme (SASP) is an innovative programme which is designed to increase students’ understanding of the South Asian region from different disciplinary points of view. The region comprises seven nation-states – India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan and the Maldives and, wherever possible, modules deal with the region as a whole. In this multidisciplinary programme, there is an emphasis on contemporary and recent historical studies, the aim of which is to give a basis for appreciation of the developments which have taken place in these nations since the end of the colonial period in the mid-20th century, and the opportunities they have for change in the future. The multidisciplinary base of the programme links economics and development studies, historical and political studies, social and cultural studies, and philosophical, literary and linguistic studies. Considerations of gender also inform these disciplines. Students are encouraged to develop connections among these areas in the light of their interests and goals. SASP offers students with GCE ‘A’ Level or GCE ‘AO’ Level passes in Tamil the possibility to pursue studies of Tamil language and culture at an academic level. The SASP is also concerned with the understanding of the South Asian Diaspora in Southeast Asia and world-wide, as well as the historical and contemporary linkages that exist between the nations of Southeast Asia and the South Asian region. SASP is designed to be supportive of graduates who want to be administrators, educationists, analysts, policy-makers, consultants or representatives of Singaporean and international corporations and agencies with interests and operations in the South Asian states.

Entry Requirements

South Asian Studies Programme welcomes all students with good results at GCE ‘A’ Levels (including the General Paper) who have an interest in South Asia. No prior knowledge of the region nor knowledge of any South Asian language is required.

Subject Requirements

Single Major [B.A. (Hons.)]
Pass at least 100 MCs of SN or SN-recognised modules(See Note 1) (include Tamil or Hindi language modules), which include the following:

Note 1:       The following modules are recognised as contributing towards the SN major requirements:
Southeast Asian Studies Programme
SE4212             Elites in SEA
SE4218             Majorities and Minorities in SEA
SE4221             Postcolonialism in SEA
Department of Malay Studies
MS4204            The Malay Middle Class
Other FASS Departments, Programmes and Centres
LAL1201           Tamil 1
LAL2201           Tamil 2
LAH1201          Hindi 1
LAH2201          Hindi 2
GE4202            Remaking the Global Economy
GE4204            Urban Space: Critical Perspectives
GE4213            Cultural Analysis
HY2258            Passage to India: Contemporary Modern Indian Society
HY4101            Historiography
HY4222            Asian Business History
NM4202           Transnational Information Producers
NM4213           Knowledge Economies
PS4214             Politics, Art, and Popular Culture
EN3265            South Asian Literatures in English
Note 2:       Students intending to pursue Honours are encouraged to read ONE of the recognised “methods” modules.
Note 3:       Language modules are optional.
Note 4:       To declare Honours track, students must have completed 110 MCs, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a CAP of 3.5 and above.
Note 5:       The Honours Thesis/Project (15 MCs) is optional. To qualify for Honours Thesis/Project, students must complete 110 MCs including 60 MCs of SN major requirements with a minimum CAP of 3.5. In order to obtain First Class Honours, students must achieve a CAP of 4.5 or higher AND at least an ‘A-’ in the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 6:       Students who do not attempt the Honours Thesis/Project will read Level-4000 modules to fulfil the Honours Requirements.
Note 7:       Students may also read a Level-4000 Independent Studies Module (5 MCs). The Level-4000 ISM carries a prerequisite of 100 MCs completed, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5. It precludes the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 8:       All Level-4000 modules carry a general prerequisite of having completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5 OR being on the Honours track (some Level-4000 modules may have different prerequisites).

Single Major (B.A.)
Pass at least 60 MCs of SN or SN-recognised modules (include Tamil or Hindi language modules), which include the following:

Note 1:       Language modules are optional.

Second Major
Pass at least 48 MCs of SN or SN-recognised modules (include Tamil or Hindi language modules), which include the following:

Note 1:       Language modules are optional.

Minor
Pass at least 24 MCs of SN or SN-recognised modules(See Note 1), which include the following:

Note 1:       The following modules are recognised as contributing towards the SN minor requirements:
EN3265                   South Asian Literatures in English
HY2258                   Passage to India: Contemporary Modern Indian Society
LAH1201                 Hindi 1
LAH2201                 Hindi 2
LAL1201                  Tamil 1
LAL2201                  Tamil 2
SN1101E                 South Asia: People, Culture, Development
SN2233                   India’s Economic Policies & Performance
SN2251                   Information Revolution in India
PH2204/SN2273     Introduction to Indian Thought
SN2275                   Tamil Studies I
SN2277                   Indian Communities in Southeast Asia
SN2278                   Introduction to Sikhism
SN2279                   The Making of Modern India, 1856-1947
SN3261                   Exile, Indenture, IT: Global South Asians
SN3262/HY3236     The Struggle for India, 1920-64
PH3204/SN3272     Issues in Indian Philosophy
SN3275                   Tamil Studies II
SN3276                   Introduction to Classical Indian Texts
SN3278                   Rivers of India: Divinity & Sacred Space
SN3279                   Language, Culture and Identity in India
SN3280                   Governing Public Services in India
SN3880A                 Art of India
Note 2:       Language modules are optional.
Note 3:       A maximum of 8 MCs from the minor can be used to satisfy the requirements of a major or another minor.

For the latest updates, please visit the Programme’s website at: http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/sas

R.    Southeast Asian Studies

The Department, which was introduced in AY1991/92, examines the Southeast Asian region from a multi-disciplinary perspective. Among the features of the region currently examined through a variety of modules are its histories, geographic settings, politics, economies, international relations, societies, arts and cultures.

Students majoring in Southeast Asian Studies have a choice of enrolling in either the Bahasa Indonesia, Malay Language, Vietnamese or Thai language modules which are offered by the Centre for Language Studies. The continuous assessment for the language modules, for which there are daily tutorials, is up to 60%. In addition to those offered by the Department, specified modules on Southeast Asia offered by other Programmes and Departments are also open to our students.

Entry Requirements

The Department does not run aptitude or qualifying tests. The Department welcomes students with good results at GCE ‘A’ Levels and a keen interest in the Southeast Asia.

Subject Requirements

Single Major [B.A. (Hons.)]
Pass at least 100 MCs of SE and SE-recognised modules, which include:

Note 1:       A maximum of one more Level-4000 SE language module that has not been included in the 16 MCs of the language modules in point (3) above may be read subject to departmental approval.
Note 2:       All the language requirements will normally be in only ONE language track, i.e., Bahasa Indonesia or Malay or Thai or Vietnamese. The language modules will be offered by the Centre for Language Studies. Under certain circumstances, students may be allowed to transfer to another SE language track.
Note 3:       SE major students are not allowed to opt for S/U for the language modules.
Note 4:       Students who have taken language modules, opted for S/U and then subsequently declared SE as a major will have their S/U automatically reverted to the letter grade. The S/U grade once reverted will remain even if there is a change in major subsequently.
Note 5:       To declare Honours track, students must have completed 110 MCs, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a CAP of 3.5 and above.
Note 6:       The Honours Thesis (15 MCs) is optional. To qualify for the Honours Thesis, students must complete 110 MCs including 60 MCs of SE major requirements with a minimum CAP of 3.5. In order to obtain First Class Honours, students must achieve a CAP of 4.5 orhigher ANDat least an ‘A-’ in the Honours Thesis.
Note 7:       Students who do not attempt the Honours Thesis will read Level-4000 modules to fulfil the Honours Requirements.
Note 8:       Students may also read a Level-4000 Independent Studies Module (5 MCs). The Level-4000 ISM carries a prerequisite of 110 MCs completed, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5. It precludes the Honours Thesis.
Note 9:       All Level-4000 modules carry a general prerequisite of having completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5 ORbeing on the Honours track (some Level-4000 modules may have different prerequisites).

Single Major (B.A.)
Pass at least 60 MCs of SE and SE-recognised modules, which include:

Note 1:       Students are allowed to read Level-4000 modules subject to departmental approval.
Note 2:       All language requirements will normally be in only ONE language track, i.e., Bahasa Indonesia or Malay or Thai or Vietnamese. The language modules will be offered by the Centre for Language Studies. Under certain circumstances, students may be allowed to transfer to another SE language track.
Note 3:       SE major students are not allowed to opt for S/U for the language modules.
Note 4:       Students who have taken language modules, opted for S/U and then subsequently declared SE as a major will have their S/U automatically reverted to the letter grade. The S/U grade once reverted will remain even if there is a change in major subsequently.

Second Major
Pass at least 48 MCs of SE and SE-recognised modules which include:

Note 1:       Students are allowed to read Level-4000 modules subject to departmental approval.
Note 2:       All language requirements will normally be in only ONE language track, i.e., Bahasa Indonesia or Malay or Thai or Vietnamese. The language modules will be offered by the Centre for Language Studies. Under certain circumstances, students may be allowed to transfer to another SE language track.
Note 3:       SE major students are not allowed to opt for S/U for the language modules.
Note 4:       Students who have taken language modules, opted for S/U and then subsequently declared SE as a major will have their S/U automatically reverted to the letter grade. The S/U grade once reverted will remain even if there is a change in major subsequently.

Minor
Pass at least 24 MCs of SE or SE Language modules, which include the following:

Note 1:       A maximum of 8 MCs from the minor can be used to satisfy the requirements of a major or another minor.

For the latest updates, please visit the Department website at: http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/sea

S.    Theatre Studies

The Theatre Studies Programme trains students in the critical understanding and practice of theatre, in the context of the conjunctions of Western and Asian theatres in Singapore. After foundational training in the core histories, forms, methods and issues that have shaped contemporary theatre practices, the curriculum develops the scope of theatre studies by addressing performance in other mediums – such as film – and cultural practices that can be studied as performances, such as social rituals and popular television. In your foundational module you will be introduced to tools of dramatic and performance analysis such as semiotics, dramaturgy and contemporary theories of performance. This will be complemented by practical work in stage space, design, technical production, acting and directing. Subsequently, students select modules from four main areas: (1) Survey; (2) Area Studies/Topics in Theatre; (3) Theory and Practice; and (4) Performance and Cultural Studies. Survey modules in Western and Asian theatres train students to make connections across broad historical areas and traditional forms. Topics in Theatre modules focus on specific core theatre topics, such as Singapore English-Language Theatre, and Theatre and Postmodernism. Theory and Practice modules integrate critical study and practical work, for instance in Acting Theory and Practice, the graduation production and Performance Research. Performance and Cultural Studies modules teach cross-disciplinary approaches to performance across different mediums, such as Performance and Popular Culture, and Singapore Film. Graduates in Theatre Studies are well-trained for a variety of arts and media careers, from creative practice and arts management, to event planning and journalism. The transferable skills developed in critical thinking, clear communication and creative problem-solving also mean that graduates are well-placed to enter a wide range of professions extending from teaching and research to entrepreneurship, marketing, and government service.

Entry Requirements

Students who wish to read Theatre Studies should have obtained at least one of the following: Exempted from or passed the NUS Qualifying English Test, or exempted from further CELC Remedial English modules.

Subject Requirements

Single Major [B.A. (Hons.)]
Pass at least 100 MCs of TS or TS-recognised modules(See Note 1), which include the following:

1. (i) a minimum of 40 MCs at Level-4000 or higher
2. (ii) a minimum of 35 MCs TS modules at Level-4000 or higher

Note 1:       The following TS-recognised modules may be read to fulfil TS Major requirements:
EN2203      Introduction to Film Studies
EN2271      Introduction to Playwriting
EN2272      Introduction to Writing Prose Fiction
EN2273      Introduction to Creative Writing
EN2274      Introduction to Screenwriting
EN3226      Shakespeare
EN3242      History of Film
EN3271      Advanced Playwriting
EN3272      Creative Writing
EN3273      Creative Writing Intensive
EN4242      Modern Critical Theory
EN4243      Advanced Topic: Australian Film
EN4244      Topics in Cultural Studies

EN4245      Narrative, Narration, Auteur
EN4271      Research Workshop
SE2224       Unmasked! An Introduction to Dance in SEA
Students majoring in TS will be exempted from the prerequisites for these TS-recognised modules. To read the TS-recognised Level-4000 modules, students must fulfil the general prerequisites of Level-4000 modules(See Note 6).
Note 2:       To declare Honours track, students must have completed 110 MCs, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a CAP of 3.5 and above.
Note 3:       The Honours Thesis/Project (15 MCs) is optional. To qualify for the Honours Thesis/Project, students must complete 110 MCs including 60 MCs of TS major requirements with a minimum CAP of 3.5. In order to obtain First Class Honours, students must achieve a CAP of 4.5 or higher AND at least an ‘A-’ in the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 4:       Students who do not attempt the Honours Thesis/Project will read Level-4000 modules to fulfil the Honours Requirements.
Note 5:       Students may also read a Level-4000 Independent Studies Module (5 MCs). This Level-4000 ISM carries a prerequisite of 100 MCs completed, including 60 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5. It precludes the Honours Thesis/Project.
Note 6:       All Level-4000 modules carry a general prerequisite of having completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5 OR being on the Honours Track (some Level-4000 modules may have different prerequisites).

Single Major (B.A.)
Pass at least 60 MCs of TS or TS-recognised modules(See Note 1), which include the following:

Note 1:       The following TS-recognised modules may be read to fulfil TS Major requirements:
EN2203      Introduction to Film Studies
EN2271      Introduction to Playwriting
EN2272      Introduction to Writing Prose Fiction
EN2273      Introduction to Creative Writing
EN2274      Introduction to Screenwriting
EN3226      Shakespeare
EN3242      History of Film
EN3271      Advanced Playwriting
EN3272      Creative Writing
EN3273      Creative Writing Intensive
EN4242      Modern Critical Theory
EN4243      Advanced Topic: Australian Film
EN4244      Topics in Cultural Studies
EN4245      Narrative, Narration, Auteur
EN4271      Research Workshop
SE2224       Unmasked! An Introduction to Dance in SEA
Students majoring in TS will be exempted from the prerequisites for these TS-recognised modules. To read the TS-recognised Level-4000 modules, students must fulfil the general prerequisites of Level-4000 modules(See Note 2).
Note 2:       All Level-4000 modules carry a general prerequisite of having completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5 OR being on the Honours Track (some Level-4000 modules may have different prerequisites).

Second Major
Pass at least 48 MCs of TS or TS-recognised modules(See Note 1), which include the following:

Note 1:       The following TS-recognised modules may be read to fulfil TS Major requirements:
EN2203      Introduction to Film Studies
EN2271      Introduction to Playwriting
EN2272      Introduction to Writing Prose Fiction
EN2273      Introduction to Creative Writing
EN2274      Introduction to Screenwriting
EN3226      Shakespeare
EN3242      History of Film
EN3271      Advanced Playwriting
EN3272      Creative Writing
EN3273      Creative Writing Intensive
EN4242      Modern Critical Theory
EN4243      Advanced Topic: Australian Film
EN4244      Topics in Cultural Studies
EN4245      Narrative, Narration, Auteur
EN4271      Research Workshop
SE2224       Unmasked! An Introduction to Dance in SEA
Students majoring in TS will be exempted from the prerequisites for these TS-recognised modules. To read the TS-recognised Level-4000 modules, students must fulfil the general prerequisites of Level-4000 modules(See Note 2).
Note 2:       All Level-4000 modules carry a general prerequisite of having completed 80 MCs, including 28 MCs in the Major, with a minimum CAP of 3.5 OR being on the Honours Track (some Level-4000 modules may have different prerequisites).

Minor
Pass at least 24 MCs of TS modules (excluding TS3103 and TS3245) (See Note 1), which include the following:

Note 1:       TS3103 Play Production and TS3245 Professional Theatre Internship cannot be read by TS minor students as they can only be read by TS major students.
Note 2:       A maximum of 8 MCs from the minor can be used to satisfy the requirements of a major or another minor.

For the latest updates, please visit the Department website at: http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/ell

3.2.2.2 American Studies

The American Studies Programme is committed to cross-departmental studies, and has two main aims: (i) to promote the understanding and scholarly study of American thought and American business, economic, political, social and cultural practices; and (ii) to develop the use of cross-disciplinary and multidisciplinary undergraduate studies to further these aims. The programme emphasises interdisciplinary and comparative approaches to the study of American society and culture. Modules examine U.S. geography, politics, law, business, and economics, and various areas of cultural production, such as literature and film. The modules are designed to provide background and analysis for graduates who envision careers in a variety of international fields in which knowledge of the United States is requisite.

Entry Requirements

Students wishing to read American Studies should have obtained a good pass in the General Paper of the Singapore GCE ‘A’ Level(s) examination. Modules are open to students from all disciplines. There are no prerequisites but students are encouraged to read modules from the lower levels first before progressing to higher level and more specialised ones.

Subject Requirements

Currently, American Studies is not offered as a major programme and all modules can be taken as non-major electives.

For more information, please visit the Programme website at: http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/oop/

3.2.2.3 Centre for Language Studies

The Centre for Language Studies teaches twelve languages: Arabic, Bahasa Indonesia, Chinese, French, German, Hindi, Japanese, Korean, Malay, Tamil, Thai and Vietnamese. Currently it offers a number of language modules ranging from elementary to advanced levels.

Students majoring in the following subjects may be required to read the respective languages to fulfil their major requirements*:

*    Please refer to the respective Departments’ Degree Requirements at Section 3.2.2 for more information.

FASS and Cross-Faculty students may choose to read language modules as unrestricted electives outside of their majors or as Breadth modules outside their faculties respectively. FASS graduate students who need to learn a foreign language for the purpose of their studies or research may apply through their departments.

There are no pre-requisites or qualifying test for Level 1000 language modules. But these modules are meant only for students without any prior knowledge. Those who have learned the language through formal and informal means (incl. through external courses, self-study or an extended stay in the target language country) must contact CLS to take a placement test.

A.    Arabic Language

Entry Requirements

There are no prerequisites for students who wish to enroll in the following elementary Arabic module: LAR1201 Arabic 1.  The module is intended for complete beginners.  Students who have received any formal or informal education in Arabic previously or have prior knowledge in Arabic cannot enroll in LAR1201 Arabic 1 and are required to take a placement test in order to be placed at an appropriate level.

B.    Bahasa Indonesia, Malay, Thai, Vietnamese Languages

Entry Requirements

There are no prerequisites for students who wish to enrol in the following elementary modules: LAB1201 Bahasa Indonesia 1, LAM1201 Malay 1, LAT1201 Thai 1 and LAV1201 Vietnamese 1. These modules are intended for complete beginners.

Students who have received any formal or informal education in Bahasa Indonesia, Malay, Thai and Vietnamese previously cannot enroll in a beginner’s module and are required to take a placement test in order to be placed at an appropriate level.

Southeast Asian Studies major students should refer to the Southeast Asian Studies Programme Requirements at Section 3.2.2 R for the language requirements for Southeast Asian Studies.

C.    Chinese Language

Entry Requirements

There are seven Chinese language modules offered from elementary to advanced levels, namely LAC1201 Chinese 1 to LAC4201 Chinese 5; LAC3203 Chinese for Science & Technology and LAC3204 Chinese for Business & Social Sciences.

There are no prerequisites for students who wish to enroll in LAC1201 Chinese 1. However, this module is meant for complete beginners who have not learned Chinese through formal or informal ways. Students who are able to speak the language but are unable to write Chinese may be admitted to LAC2202, Chinese Characters Writing & Composition. Students with previously acquired knowledge of Chinese may be admitted into a module at a higher level, subject to a placement test. Students may contact the Centre for Language Studies for further information on the placement tests.

The prerequisite for LAC3203 Chinese for Science & Technology and LAC3204 Chinese for Business and Social Sciences is at least a pass for (a) Higher Chinese at GCE ‘O’ Level, or (b) Chinese Language at GCE ‘AO’ Level (at GCE ‘A’ Level examination); equivalent qualifications may be accepted, such as Chinese Language at Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) and Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM), etc.

D.    French and German Languages

The Centre for Language Studies currently offers a number of French and German language modules from elementary to advanced levels.

European Studies major students should refer to the European Studies Department Degree Requirements at Section 3.2.2 G for the language requirements for European Studies.

There are no prerequisites or qualifying tests for students who wish to enrol in LAF1201 French 1 and LAG1201 German 1. These two modules are meant only for complete beginners who have not learned the languages previously. Students with previous knowledge must take placement tests to be placed at the appropriate level.

Students on the SEP French/German language preparation programme run by the Centre for Language Studies for the International Relations Office will read four modules, either LAF1201 French 1, LAF2201 French 2, LAF3201 French 3 and LAF3203 French for Academic Purposes or LAG1201 German 1, LAG2201 German 2, LAG3201 German 3 and LAG3203 German for Academic Purposes.

Only freshmen who have just been accepted into the university may apply to the International Relations Office in June/July for admission into the SEP language preparation programme. All other interested students may wish to direct their enquiries to the International Relations Office.

Entry Requirements

There are no prerequisites for students who wish to enrol in LAF1201 French 1/LAG1201 German 1. These modules are meant for complete beginners who have not learned French/German previously. Students with previously acquired knowledge of French/German may be admitted into a module at a higher level, subject to a placement test. Students may contact the Centre for Language Studies for further information on the placement tests. Exemptions may apply for European Studies major students if they have the appropriate level of proficiency. Enquiries about exemptions may be directed to the Office of Programmes in FASS.

E.    Japanese Language

Entry Requirements

The Centre currently offers a number of Japanese language modules from elementary to advanced levels, and welcomes students who show a keen interest in the language.

There are no prerequisites or qualifying tests for students who wish to enrol in LAJ1201 Japanese 1. This module is meant only for complete beginners who have not learned Japanese previously. Students with previous knowledge must take placement tests to be placed at the appropriate level. Students are also to declare any previously attained language qualification such as Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT, a test administered internationally by the Japan Foundation and the Association of International Education of Japan). Students may contact the Centre for Language Studies for further information on the placement tests.

All Japanese language modules count towards Japanese Studies graduation requirements for JS major students. JS major students should refer to the Japanese Studies Department Degree Requirements at Section 3.2.2 J in this handbook for language requirements.

F.    Korean Language

Entry Requirements

There are no prerequisites for students who wish to enrol in LAK1201 Korean 1. Students with previously acquired knowledge of Korean may be admitted into a module at a higher level, subject to a placement test. Students may contact the Centre for Language Studies for further information on the placement tests.

Students on the SEP Korean language preparation programme run by the Centre for Language Studies for the International Relations Office will read four modules, LAK1201 Korean 1, LAK2201 Korean 2, LAK3201 Korean 3 and LAK3203 Korean for Academic Purposes.

Only freshmen who have just been accepted into the university may apply to the International Relations Office in June/July for admission into the SEP language preparation programme. All other interested students may wish to direct their enquiries to the International Relations Office.

G.    Hindi and Tamil Languages

Entry Requirements

There are no prerequisites for students who wish to enrol in the following elementary Hindi and Tamil modules: LAH1201 Hindi 1 and LAL1201 Tamil 1. These modules are intended for complete beginners.  Students who have received any formal or informal education in Hindi or Tamil previously or have prior knowledge in Hindi or Tamil cannot enrol in LAH1201 Hindi 1 or LAL1201 Tamil 1 and are required to take a placement test in order to be placed at an appropriate level. 

Hindi and Tamil may be read to fulfil graduation requirements for the South Asian Studies Programme.  South Asian Studies major students should refer to the South Asian Studies Programme Degree Requirements at Section 3.2.2 Q for more information.

For the latest updates on the various languages, please visit the Centre’s website at: http://www.fas.nus.edu.sg/cls