Singapore - The Cultural Melting Pot Where East Meets West
As a flourishing and vibrant city-state at the meeting point of the East and West, Singapore offers a unique experience that prepares you to live as a global citizen. Singapore embraces multiculturalism where different local and global ethnicities live harmoniously and diversity is viewed as a virtuous strength.
Given its strategic geographical setting, political stability, open business policies and strong infrastructure, Singapore has segued over the last few decades from a regional entrepot of choice for many multinational organisations to over 300 Fortune 500 companies housing their Asia Pacific headquarters. Singapore is a key financial and aviation hub and places an emphasis on innovation and prosperity with social and corporate responsibility.
Located at the heart of Singapore's bustling central business district, SMU is positioned to tap into these facets and provide you with unparalleled opportunities for networking and personal growth. The city's low crime-rate, accessible and well-connected transportation system, and inexpensive local food make it one of the most sought-after places both regionally and globally to live, work and play
What is it like living in Singapore?
English, Tamil, Malay, Mandarin Chinese
Pleasantly tropical all year.
25~33°C
World's most competitive economy in 2024
(International Institute for Management Development World Competitiveness Ranking)
SMU - Right in the heart of Asia's Hub, Singapore
In the dynamic, cosmopolitan hub that is Singapore, you will find a vibrant city-state that pulses with the diversity of both East and West. Situated at the crossroads of the world, Singapore is home to multinational companies and thousands of small and medium-sized enterprises flourishing in a smart city renowned for its business excellence and connectivity. With its strong infrastructure, political stability and respect for intellectual property rights, this City in a Garden offers you unique opportunities to develop as a global citizen.
The Green House
SMU Connexion
School of Law Building
SMU City Campus
Campus Green
10 Reasons to Choose a City Campus
Cultural Exposure
Away from homogenous environments, studies have shown that students in ethnically diverse settings perform better academically and reap greater professional success. While Singapore is a melting hot pot of culture in and of itself, being right smack in the middle of the busy city increases one’s exposure to diverse cultures.
Bustling Campus Community
Being nestled in the heart of the city, urban campuses tend to attract students who equally thrive in the energy. From art festivals to annual conferences, there is no end to the plethora of activities and movements that students support and come up with.
Diverse Dining Options
Don’t feel like having Hainanese curry rice today? No problem. There’s always a great burger bistro right around the corner. How about some artisanal ice-cream to sweeten the deal? Being in a city campus, you’re surrounded by a wide array of options. There is no confining to one particular place when you’re in the heart of the busy city.
Convenience in Transport
Like choosing a home, it’s all about location, location, location when it comes to choosing a school too. Nestled in the heart of the metropolis, city campuses are surrounded by buses that travel everywhere, and train stations that are five-minute strolls away. The ease of getting from point A to B is unparalleled when you study in the city.
Singapore Train System Map as of 4 Oct ’17 (Source: lta.gov.sg)
Real-world Experience
Unlike campuses in the heartlands, a city campus puts you right in the hustle and bustle of the work crowd. Let’s face it, in a few years’ time you will graduate and enter the workforce. Why not slowly assimilate yourself over the years by immersing right in?
Exposure to Industry Experts
With your school in the city, your campus becomes the ideal venue for workshops and seminars. Learn a thing or two about market research. Take a peek into the workings of a social technology start-up. With highly acclaimed seminars held right on your grounds, you get to rub shoulders with industry bigwigs – something most students can only dream of.
Networking Opportunities
The vibrant atmosphere of your city campus also becomes an ideal venue for holding networking events, and getting to know some people in the industry you’re looking to join always puts you in a good position.
Home is Where the Heart is
With its convenience, being in the heart of the city also enables you to return home easily. No longer is there unnecessary expenditure on university dormitory, studying in a city campus means you get to study without sacrificing family time.
Partying it Up!
With numerous party options just in the vicinity of your city campus, you’ll find your way to key party spots in no time! Whether you’re looking to just chill with a small group of friends or to dance the night away, rest assured that you’re in the right place. Time to let your hair loose and party up after the long week of studying!
Work Hard Chill Out
And on the topic of having diverse options, choosing a city campus also puts one in close physical proximity to a plethora of leisure options. It’s so much more convenient to unwind with a movie (or shopping spree!) after a long lecture when you’re attending a city campus.
