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Bachelor of Social Science

Singapore Management University

Singapore, Singapore
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

A social science degree built around social policy, With a second subject chosen from several options.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights: no
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying Social Science can develop the ability to evaluate social and behavioural evidence
Apply relevant research methods and ethical principles
And communicate findings to diverse audiences. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Policy analysis
Social research
Social work
Community work
Youth work
Civil service
Charitable sector
Public administration
NGO sector
Journalism and media

Curriculum

Social Policy is the core subject
Available only in this degree. First year adds Sociology
Critical Skills for Social Sciences and one of Anthropology
Economics
Geography
History or Philosophy. Years two and three continue with Social Policy and one first-year subject as a double major. Study abroad gives a four-year degree.

Entry requirements

Academic

See Accepted Academic Background

Accepted academic background

Minimum 12 years of formal education with good passes in a recognised national or international examination from the list of accepted qualifications; interview for shortlisted applicants (Law: writing test then interview); good pass in high school Mathematics for Economics and Computer Science

Language tests

IELTS 7.0
TOEFL iBT 5
PTE Academic 66
Cambridge 185
IELTS Academic 7

Documents you’ll need

Passport Copy

How to apply

Review the program admission requirements and intake availability. Prepare your academic records and required supporting documents. Submit the application through the institution's approved application process. Provide language proficiency evidence and pay any application fee when applicable. Monitor the application status and respond to requests for additional information.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$47,700 SGD
Application fee	$15 SGD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Singapore City Campus
Faculty or school	School of Social Sciences
Department	_
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	_
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.