From recent JC and polytechnic graduates to seasoned professionals, parents seeking new horizons and individuals redefining their careers in their golden years—our diverse community comes together for one common goal: to empower themselves with an education that impacts lives and society.
We offer more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programmes, available in full- and part-time study modes which are flexible, modular and interdisciplinary, catering to both fresh school leavers and adult learners. SUSS also offers a broad range of continuing education and training modular courses for the professional skills upgrading of Singapore's workforce.
Our programmes and courses are offered by our five schools:
We offer more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programmes, available in full- and part-time study modes which are flexible, modular and interdisciplinary, catering to both fresh school leavers and adult learners. SUSS also offers a broad range of continuing education and training modular courses for the professional skills upgrading of Singapore's workforce.
Our programmes and courses are offered by our five schools:
To date, over 47,000 graduates have experienced our unique brand of education. More than 21,000 students are currently pursuing their full- and part-time studies with us.
IAL Factsheet
The Institute for Adult Learning (IAL), as part of SUSS, leads in the field of research on adult and workplace learning and training of adult educators to build capabilities of the training and adult education sector in Singapore and beyond.
Vision, Purpose & Core values
Our Vision
To be a university that inspires learning for life
and impacts lives
Our Mission
To achieve social good through purposeful continuous learning, applied research and impactful partnerships
Our 'RAISE' Values
Respect | Adaptability | Integrity | Service | Empathy
President's Message
Since its inception, SUSS has pioneered and championed continuous education and lifelong learning in Singapore. This mission is more critical than ever as our world and workplace are undergoing constant change and rapid disruptions. SUSS is thus motivated by the belief that a university education is not an end in itself; it must be an ongoing journey of discovery and growth. Providing access, opportunities and multiple pathways has always been the SUSS story.
The university maintains close links with society and enterprise, providing relevant and purposeful programmes that position our graduates well to pursue their careers and life passions.
Through education and applied research in the social sciences, we believe in generating knowledge and dispositions that will contribute to social good and the betterment of society.
At SUSS, we believe that education must serve a higher purpose. Beyond degrees and professional competence, we are committed to building human and social capital, in service to society and country.
I welcome you to learn more about SUSS, a university of opportunities, dedicated to impacting lives and society.
Professor Tan Tai Yong
President, Singapore University of Social Sciences
The university maintains close links with society and enterprise, providing relevant and purposeful programmes that position our graduates well to pursue their careers and life passions.
Through education and applied research in the social sciences, we believe in generating knowledge and dispositions that will contribute to social good and the betterment of society.
At SUSS, we believe that education must serve a higher purpose. Beyond degrees and professional competence, we are committed to building human and social capital, in service to society and country.
I welcome you to learn more about SUSS, a university of opportunities, dedicated to impacting lives and society.
Professor Tan Tai Yong
President, Singapore University of Social Sciences
SUSS Brand Hub
Find out more about our refreshed SUSS Brand!
Dream, Dare, Do.
SUSS is a powerhouse of change. We unleash the potential within individuals and propel them to be impactful change-makers.
Fueled by a deep sense of purpose, their transformations transcend personal growth, enriching not only their lives but also the lives of those around them.
United in action, we dream big, dare greatly, and do what it takes to leave an indelible mark on our learners, industry, and community.
SUSS Mace
The mace represents the institutional authority of the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS). It is carried at the front of academic processions and before the Chancellor to symbolise the authority he/she holds as the head of the University.
