RIGOROUS AND BROAD-BASED
SMU’s Core Curriculum equips students with the interdisciplinary skills and knowledge to become impactful professionals in today’s dynamic world. The Core Curriculum sets a pathway for students to explore emerging fields of knowledge before starting their individualised learning journey.
A WIDE RANGE OF
DISCIPLINES AND PERSPECTIVES
Students who complete the courses under the three pillars of SMU’s Core Curriculum — Capabilities, Communities, Civilisations — will become adaptable and creative decision-makers who can apply themselves to any challenge.
Capabilities »
to navigate the modern world
- Numeracy (1 CU)
- Modes of thinking (1 CU)
- Managing (2 CUs)
- Writing and reasoning (1 CU)
- Internship (1 CU)
COMMUNITIES »
to explore communities of culture
and practice
- Economics and Society (1 CU)
- Technology, Science and Society (1 CU)
- Cultures of the Modern World (1 CU)
- Community Service (1 CU)
Civilisations »
to engage with the world
- Big Questions (1 CU)
- Ethics and Social / Corporate Responsibility (1 CU)
- Global Exposure (1 CU)
ADDITIONAL GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
As we focus on ensuring that all our graduates are exceptionally well-prepared for a rapidly changing global landscape, all SMU undergraduates will complete a set of additional graduation requirements that encompass three key areas: Digital Technology/Data Analytics (D/D), Sustainability, and Singapore and Asia Studies.
These graduation requirements are designed to empower our students with the knowledge and skills that matter most in today's world, and align closely with SMU's strategic priorities, which are Digital Transformation, Sustainable Living, and Growth in Asia.
Digital Technology/
Data Analytics (D/D)
This requirement acknowledges the pivotal role that digital technology and data analytics play in today's workplace. By fulfilling this, you will acquire essential skills and knowledge relevant in the digital age.
Singapore & Asia Studies
Singapore is a vibrant global hub and Asia is a region of immense significance in today's global economy. This requirement ensures that you gain a strong understanding of the dynamics of Singapore and the Asian region.
Sustainability
Sustainability is a pressing global concern. This requirement will equip you with an intermediate understanding of sustainability issues, contributing to a more sustainable future.
Students can meet each graduation requirement by enrolling in specific courses, or, in select Schools, through programme or major core courses where the relevant content has already been integrated to meet the graduation requirement. Students may refer to the course attributes on BOSS, as well as the information in their degree programme academic handbook.
For students from AY2023/24 or earlier intake cohorts, please refer to your respective programme's Academic Handbook.