National University of Singapore, College of Humanities and Sciences

19/10/2026

💳 Building digital payments using data!

From tracking grades in university to shaping real user experiences, Data Science and Analytics (DSA) alumna Fiona Zeng shares what it truly means to be work-ready.

🔁 She quickly discovered the differences in culture and expectations as she transitioned from university to corporate life.

“In university, if you mess up, you bear the consequences. At work, if you mess up, the users who trust you bear them,” reflects Fiona. “You take complete ownership of the work you do.”

✍️ Her time in NUS gave her a head start with preparations, through both local and overseas opportunities that encouraged her to think independently. Her internships at Accenture and the Ministry of Defence gave her valuable exposure to the inner workings of two very diverse organisations - private consulting and national defence, respectively.

✨ Fiona’s corporate experience is proof that technical skills combined with adaptability are must-have attributes for navigating the workplace.

Read more about her story in our links section 🔗

30/09/2026

Zihe (Julia) Zhang has always been drawn to languages. Alongside her Major in Mathematics, she also pursues a Minor in German Language Studies, a Minor in Chinese Language, as well as a Minor in Asian Studies.

While she is fascinated with German, yet by her own reckoning, she was also one of the quietest students in class.

Becoming a teaching assistant through the Undergraduate Teaching Opportunities Programme (UTOP) gave her a way to change that - helping other students to learn German while developing the confidence to speak it herself.

The classroom also opened up a world beyond the small, specialised Mathematics classes she is used to. Students came from different disciplines, stages of study and levels of enthusiasm, each bringing different questions to the language.

Helping beginners express more complex ideas sent Julia searching for new vocabulary and better ways to explain it - deepening her own grasp of German in the process.

This experience brought an unexpected lesson: teaching and learning are not so far apart, Julia says.

“Teaching compelled me to rethink my role as a learner,” she says. The more she taught, the more she became aware of how much there was still to learn. “This discovery keeps me curious and humble.”

✍️ Julia shares more about her experience at https://blog.nus.edu.sg/teachingconnections/2026/08/25/2026-utop-zhang/

👩‍🏫 If you are passionate in teaching, find out more at https://www.nus.edu.sg/registrar/academic-information-policies/undergraduate-students/undergraduate-teaching-opportunities-programme

03/09/2026

🐄 Cattle waste → biogas → hydrogen fuel. This was one of the unlikely lessons in modern agriculture awaiting National University of Singapore, College of Humanities and Sciences Life Sciences students Lim Khai Ian and Darren Tok at Hokkaido's Shikaoi Environmental Preservation Center.

The SP2201 Agri-Science Summer Programme in Hokkaido was also a journey that went beyond agriculture – they planted rice, tried traditional indigo dyeing and watched the food produce auction at Sapporo Central Wholesale Market, where, as Darren observed, "food is a matter of community pride."

Between drone-assisted farms and driverless tractors, and a canal-town getaway along the way, they discovered something more than the blend of tradition and innovation - they discovered independence, personal growth and friendships.

“By travelling alone to Japan and navigating new surroundings, I become more willing to step beyond my comfort zone,” says Ian 🌏

👉Learn more about their experience overseas here:
https://www.science.nus.edu.sg/blog/2026/09/the-science-behind-agriculture/

02/09/2026

How do I destress? 💆‍♀️
How do I choose my field of interest? 🔬
How do I make friends here!? 🤝

The first days of stepping into university come with big questions. Starting campus life can feel like a lot. But you don't have to figure it all out alone.

We asked our seniors what they wish they knew from Day 1, as they navigated these exact same challenges during their early days here💡

🗣️ From adjusting to campus life to finding your favourite study spots, joining clubs and trying new things, find out tips and tricks from your seniors who have been there and done that.

👈 Swipe through to read their real, unfiltered experiences.
As you embark on your university journey, it’s your time to shine as a part of the National University of Singapore, Faculty of Science and National University of Singapore, College of Humanities and Sciences family!

Featuring:
💊 𝗔𝘀𝗵𝗹𝗲𝘆 𝗟𝗶𝘂, 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲:
Major in Pharmaceutical Science (NUS Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Dept)

🌱 𝗗𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗻 𝗬𝗲𝗼, 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝟰:
Major in Life Sciences, Minor in Botany (NUS Biological Sciences)

📊 𝗝𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘄 𝗦𝘂𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶, 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝟰:
Double Majors in Data Science and Analytics & Computer Science, Minors in Quantitative Finance, Economics & Gender Studies (Department of Statistics and Data Science, NUS)

26/08/2026

🗣️ “Dear Year 1 me..”
🎓 We asked Class of 2026 graduates to look back on their journey in National University of Singapore, Faculty of Science - from the goals they had on Day 1 to the teachable moments that shaped them along the way.

✨ University has been a journey of new discoveries, building resilience and forming friendships that last a lifetime.

🎥 Watch on for the real, unfiltered reflections from our seniors as they share what their Year 1 selves - and our freshmen - would want to hear.

Featuring:
🌱 𝗦𝗿𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗶 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗶, Class of 2026
Major in Life Sciences, Minor in Psychology (NUS Biological Sciences)

📊 𝗝𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗺𝘆 𝗧𝗼𝗵, Class of 2026
Major in Data Science and Economics, Minor in Public Health (Department of Mathematics, NUS)

💊 𝗦𝗲𝗯𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗝𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗵 𝗝𝗶𝘃𝗼𝗻, Class of 2026
Major in Pharmacy (NUS Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences Dept)

18/08/2026

🇩🇰 In Denmark, sustainability is more than a matter of policy, it’s a daily way of life.

For National University of Singapore, College of Humanities and Sciences Life Sciences student Myra Khoo, an exchange at the University of Copenhagen profoundly reshaped her view on environmental stewardship.

🚴 From interdisciplinary courses in ecological economics to witnessing how local communities interact and how resources are managed, Myra experienced sustainability as a lived experience firsthand.

“Taking courses across different departments gave me a deeper appreciation of how various disciplines advance environmental conservation through distinct priorities,” she says.

⛰️ Beyond the classroom, she immersed herself in local culture through student activities, outdoor countryside hikes and volunteering at a local soup kitchen 🍲.

“Living in Copenhagen introduced me to new ways of thinking about sustainable living, both literally and figuratively,” says Myra.

🇩🇰 Find out more about her experience overseas here:
https://www.science.nus.edu.sg/blog/2026/08/sustainability-the-danish-way/

14/08/2026

What does it really take for seafood to travel from ocean to plate?

🐟 From fisheries and factory lines to wholesale markets, a summer field experience to Hakodate gave students a rare behind-the-scenes look into the complex seafood supply chain and the vital role of food scientists in safeguarding food quality.

“As Singaporeans, we often take seafood availability for granted,” says National University of Singapore, Faculty of Science student Roxane Choo. “This programme helped us recognise the tremendous effort and coordination required to make these products readily accessible in local markets.”

🍱 Combining hands-on industry exposure with local cultural immersion, the programme left a lasting impression on our students 📝

“In just five days, more than just a study trip, this programme gave me unforgettable experiences, new friendships and a deeper appreciation of the processes behind every seafood product,” says Roxane.

👇🇯🇵 Learn more about her experience abroad here:
https://www.science.nus.edu.sg/blog/2026/08/beyond-the-catch-following-seafoods-journey/

27/07/2026

🎉 To all incoming freshies, this one’s for you!
Starting university is exciting but it's also normal to have plenty of questions. Will I make friends? Can I keep up with classes? What should I make the most of?

To help you kick off your journey, we asked our Year 3 and Year 4 students to look back to their Year 1 selves and to share the moments, lessons and unforgettable memories that shaped their NUS experience.

💭 From navigating academics and finding your community to embracing opportunities beyond the classroom, swipe through for their honest reflections and practical advice.

The next chapter is yours to write ✍️
Welcome to the National University of Singapore, Faculty of Science and National University of Singapore, College of Humanities and Sciences family, it’s your turn to shine! 💙🔬

24/07/2026

20/07/2026

One programme. Two countries. Four degrees.

👩‍💻 Meet Lim See Min of NUS Physics, a student in the NUS-French Double Degree Programme (FDDP) École Polytechnique.

To See Min, choosing the FDDP was about more than just burnishing her academic credentials. The FDDP presents a one-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience life in Paris while facing up to unexpected challenges along the way.

🇫🇷 Being immersed in the French environment gave her insights into an entirely unfamiliar academic environment and culture. What stood out particularly for her were the different scientific terminologies – even though the underlying science is consistent.

💬 “For example, the cross product is denoted with a wedge ∧ (and called a 𝑝𝑟𝑜𝑑𝑢𝑖𝑡 𝑣𝑒𝑐𝑡𝑜𝑟𝑖𝑒𝑙) instead of a cross ×,” she says.

Her time in France has broadened her worldview and strengthened her confidence in navigating an increasingly interconnected world.
“Living abroad teaches me things no classroom can,” she says. 🌎

🔗 Learn more about her unique learning journey here:
https://www.science.nus.edu.sg/blog/2026/07/one-programme-two-countries-four-degrees/