TLDR: In UK I’m having SQA (Scotland version A-level) but my S6 results are available in 5th August, unfortunately I think NUS/NTU requires result to be submitted before August or else I need to wait for 2026, is it still possible for me to apply for universities or study in Singapore by other ways? I got 5 As in S5. I‘m a HK person but thinking to migrate if you had one I would also like to know your opinion of Singapore to Hong Kong. thank you

I am planning to apply singapore universities undergraduate as a UK student, mainly thinking about NUS or NTU but I‘m not really sure because I think there is quite a bit of huge difficulties for me. Obviously they are extremely competitive because they are the most prestigous schools both locally and internationally but also because of some of the requirements they got for UK exams that I have learned during the admission process.

I’m in Scotland so I will take the SQA exam which I‘m surprised when NTU stated they would accept that. I got 5 As of SQA Highers in S5, so if its UK or HK universities depending on the S5 grades they will make a conditional offer, and if my S6 grades meet their requirement I will definitely get in. I am taking 3 Advanced Highers this year in S6 and will probably get As as well. (I think Advanced Highers are equivalent to UK A-levels, first year uni)

However when I‘m admissioning they stated for UK students since my exam results will be announced in 5th August I couldn’t apply for 2025-2026 but only for 2026-2027, as my results can’t make it before August (I dislike how the UK takes so long to have our results accounced), but I can‘t really wait an entire year. Is there anyone that still managed to get in Singapore unviersities using UK A-levels?

Below is personal gibberish, I might also want to know the opinion of Singaporeans about me wanting to migrate and settle in Singapore, pretty much the most important reason I wanted to come to study. Tutition fee and cost of living would be significantly hard as Singapore dollares are expensive due to the advanced economy, but I heard if I work and earn Singapore dollars in here might it be alright? Are job opportunities still available or way too overly-competitive for foreginers?

I‘m actually a Hong Kong person, went to Scotland for 3 years, loved various factors of Singapore, but being uncertain and would like to know what Singapore thinks about Hong Kong, or how similar Singapore is compared to Hong Kong, to be honest espcially in political aspects. Personally I adored how Singapore have gained their entitlement to become a nation by itself, and developed their nation into its extremely outstanding level of prosperity in serval aspects like living policies, goverance to the people under the law and becoming the new international fiancial center in Asia thus its economic growth. I‘m seeing a lot of what Hong Kong used to have and Singapore made me remember my homeland, and the Asian culture is similar, but for me ulitmately its very understandable the reason why Singapore exceeded Hong Kong. I think it would be a honor if I get the chance to become a Singaporean but it would be great if I could know how most Singaporeans honestly sees Hong Kong or potential Hong Kong migrant. Best wishs for Singapore regardless.

Hi everyone, here is the deconflict list for the BBA SEP AY25/26! This list is not linked to any official student body or organisation. Of course, this list also aims to serve as a contact list for telegram groups once you receive the results ^^

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1VxT7O77dcjN66IXoGU83y0vud9kQ_pijp3y2hxA_9vQ/edit?usp=sharing

Happy SEP application week!

I looked at the SOC doc hub but there is no guide on how to login. Could I get some help please

Hi, Firstly, I hope you’re having a great day.

I am a HK person, but I’m currently studying in Canada. I believe working in Law in the Singapore/Hong Kong area would be the best career choice for me. Since I have relatives in both cities/countries. I would like to be near them in case of any emergencies. I plan to do the International Baccalaureate program for HS. I currently get scores in the 70-95% (the low 70s are due to courses like drama, art, and design, but I can stop taking them in the future).

My questions are:

Is NUS an academic school or an extracurricular school? What I mean is in Canada, most of the schools look at grades rather than extracurriculars. But in the States, ECs are the most crucial part in most college entries.

Another question is how hard is it to get into NUS? I travel to Singapore quite a lot, and one of my friends says it’s a hard uni to get into, since it’s so prestigious.

Thank you so much for all the help!

Hey guys is anybody going to summer school to LSE or KCL?

I am looking to let out my room which is 20mins cycle to LSE and KCL for cheap over the summer to return to Singapore.

I’m a 4th-year healthcare student from NUS, and I was thinking of doing a 4-week elective clinical internship in a New York hospital next year in May 2025. Something I’m really looking to experience is being able to stay in a dorm/campus with other local NY students or even other SG students on SEP/exchange so that I experience the local uni life/have things to do with people besides the internship lol.

Unfortunately, I would be likely applying for the internship directly through the hospital itself and not through any universities, so getting on campus uni dorm stay might be difficult.

Anyone with previous SEP/exchange experience in NYC have any reccos for where would be good to stay/alternative campus housing where I can meet different people + is decently safe/affordable? Or is Airbnb/Facebook marketplace the way to go

Thanks a ton for any guidance or suggestions!

I recently finished the second practical exam for CS1010S , and I failed it. I know how to do the questions , but I just couldn't finish them within the time limit , mainly because I couldn't debug the code. It was only after the test that I found out what was causing it. To be honest with myself, I know how to code. I think I am decent at it. I can solo missions, and complete lectures and tutorials. But when it comes to timed exams, I just couldn't function.

Before entering NUS, I was from a science diploma and self-taught in Python coding, SQL , and R.

I have to admit, the first reason why I started learning coding was because of the job prospects compared to sciences. But overtime, I started to enjoy it mainly because I like that I can do it anytime and anywhere, on a laptop, with minimal disturbances, and it gets me thinking a lot, unlike sciences that focus more on memorisation and regurgitation. When I was still in NS, I like to pass time by helping out with other people's coding problems on reddit. Hence, I thought that I have really found something that I am interested in. Overtime I created some coding projects and showcased them during my ABA interview. Honestly, I think that's what got me into NUS. The interviewers were very interested in my projects, and we didn't even talk about the three ABA interview questions.

Now I am not only worried about failing CS1010S (since I failed two PEs and did average for midterms), but also unsure if this is the right path for me. Currently, I am pursuing a DSA major, so there will definitely be coding interviews in the future. I am not sure if I will perform as poorly as in CS1010S, and I have no idea what other courses I can pursue instead.

Long story short, I was 3 lectures behind by recess week, which i wanted to use to catch up on math and other assignments due soon. But a chain of unexpected serious stuff happened and I lost 10 days of studying.

My profs understood my situation and gave some assignment extensions, but my backlog by that time was so massive that i had to deprioritise MA1521 since I plan to SU it and it was midterms period. I’m from poly with no A math background and the first time i learned about differentiation/integration is here at NUS (MA1301), I really suck at this lol.

I haven’t submitted like the last 5 tutorials. Quizzes got all full marks so far. I’m somewhat okay up until Chapter 6 Sequences and Series. Am I cooked? Or chaotah already? I just want to pass and get D so i can get over this pain. Anyone with similar experiences can share what grade you ended up getting?

Hi guys! I made a groupchat for incoming exchangers at NUS for 2025 spring term! Use this groupchat to discuss all things from modules, questions, accommodation, etc :-)

https://chat.whatsapp.com/CG1vppgGVxS2p9jbEVhED7

Looking for biz FSP group mate for next semester. Currently in a group of 3 ladies (Fin spec) looking for 2 members. Feel free to dm me if interested. Thanks!

Hi,

I am an incoming SEP Student but didn't get enough courses in the first round to be offered a stay. It seems like that's not a big deal as there is a second round but i was wondering if anyone who applied for BN_XXX Courses (So from biomed) has got any rejection and/or acceptance. The courses from this department are still shown as "Processing" from the first round.

That's really inconvenient as it seems i will miss out the first round of housing application because of that.

Thanks

I want to know if they have started sharing application outcomes yet. And can anyone also tell me what is the last date till people receive offer for phd January intakes.

I managed to speak to the construction workers today. (Colonial) Houses 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 prince George’s park will be redeveloped into a new 4 story building with spaces for aqua and Agri tech, and will be demolished. The new building is designed by ID architects and seems to be only 6m deep due to road reserves, and rather long. Tree felling of marked trees (with tape) will commence shortly! The forest behind the current houses are is not part of the project site

moved from Japan to go to NUS but I’m not living on campus! would love to make female friends if you’re Japanese!

Hi everyone, I'm interested to transfer to NUS as I have realised that my current course is not for me. The course I'm interested in is under CHS and is not offered by my current U, however both are STEM. Is there a chance of acceptance? Here are my stats:

• Poly GPA: high 3.5
• Uni GPA: close to FCH

Uni GPA is from 2 semesters. To my knowledge only NUS offers transfers in the middle of the academic year, but it's a small window and outcomes are out fast and I haven't been able to find out about other applicants.

What are my chances? Anyone here got in mid-year from another local U? Should I wait for the February window? Please help 😭😭😭

hi, is anyone an incoming exchange student for next spring(2025) and looking for a roommate? i thought it was kinda.... frustrating...(?) that they don't give us any resources to connect with other exchange students and expect us to apply for housing with a roommate already in mind.... so if anyone is anyone is looking for a female roommate or know of anyone looking for a roommate pls lmk :,)

Hi guys heard people are hearing back for 2nd interview for NOC. Haven't heard back yet, does that mean I'm already rejected? ;-;

Hello there, I'm currently a J1 student going on to J2 next year and am planning to study both maths and physics at NUS, preferably in a double degree program. Is it possible to do so? Thank you very much in advance.

Hey all! If you’re tired of getting that awful splash of toilet water on your ass cheeks every time you lean in a bit too much—or if you hate accidentally touching the grimy underside of the toilet seat—here’s a simple yet perfect fix for you! Say goodbye to stressful restroom experiences in the CLB toilets and finally enjoy a splash-free trip to the toilet.

has anyone gone on an overseas internship under CFG’s Global Internship Programme, or any overseas internship in general? I’m interested in trying for overseas internship this summer but I don’t really hear much about it. hope to hear your experience, whether it was worth it etc., thanks!

Workload for this language mod is beyond unreasonable for UE.

1. You have a 100 word essay composition every 2 weeks throughout the semester
2. You need to have like 3 meetings for cultural project right before the mid sem break

3.you have to write the answers with your pen for exams and spelling mistake or if it is unintelligible ur graded down 4. You have oral exam and paper exam on week 13

Don't take this mod if your goal is to use UEs to overload or get A to pull up. It requires significant investment of time

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Good day folks! I'm applying for the Amgen summer program at NUS and one of the documents they require is the English proficiency test. Must we get all these tests done or will 1 of them be enough? The application fees for TOEFL is not financially doable for me.

is there anything else you have to bring besides a towel?

plus is that unkind lady still there😅

I have completed Hirevue in September but haven't heard back since. Anyone in similar situation?

Hi just have some questions on the steer programme and was hoping for some clarification!

Has anyone gone to this destination before? How is the food like- veg/ non-veg options? What was the accommodation like- since it is in the university?

Hello! Has anyone received an outcome regarding your internship application with MSF occurring during the winter break?

As the title suggests, I'm taking this terrible mod from hell, which stated no prereqs during coursereg but after the class started it was clear that the prof expected huge prior depth in the subject. I have managed to do decently in the hw assignments but the final exam is fucked because it's closed book. Super worried about failing 😃👍

like, actually korea uni, not just korean unis in general HAHA

if you are, i’d love to get in touch with y’all cos everyone i know going korea this winter are all going hanyang and yonsei :(