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Why Singapore? My initial NUS experience.
By Holly Scholfield, National University of Singapore, Singapore When deciding where I wanted to spend my year abroad, I had two main considerations beyond academics: finances and travel opportunities. Both led me to put the National University of Singapore (NUS) as my first choice. After two months here, I have had the chance to experience both sides of student life in Singapore, from eating at hawker centres and navigating the huge NUS campus, to travelling around Southeast Asia. Here is why I think Singapore is the best choice for a year abroad. Finances: Is Singapore really that expensive? If you have watched Crazy Rich Asians, you might assume that Singapore…
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Best Places to Travel from Singapore – My Top Picks from a Year Abroad
Written by Felecia Ogunnuga, National University of Singapore, Singapore As I sit on the plane heading home after a transformative year in Singapore, I’ve been reflecting on the incredible travel experiences that shaped my exchange. While many students chose to travel throughout the semester, I took a slightly different route, saving my big trip for the end of the year. With Singapore’s Changi Airport being the largest and most connected in Southeast Asia, it’s the perfect launchpad for affordable travel across the region. Here are the destinations that stood out most during my time abroad. 1. Tioman Island, Malaysia – Underrated Paradise Tioman Island is one of Southeast Asia’s hidden…
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Studying Law Abroad: My Experience at NUS Law School
By Felecia Ogunnuga, National University of Singapore, Singapore Before arriving in Singapore, I was fortunate to connect with a previous exchange student who studied Law at NUS. Thanks to her, I was mentally prepared for some academic differences between NUS and the University of Manchester. Still, there were things I wish I’d known in advance. Hopefully, this post will help you feel better equipped to handle life at the world’s 8th best law school, especially in terms of academic expectations. Picking Your Modules Your NUS journey starts before you even arrive. Module selection can be confusing at first. The system is quite different and takes time to understand—especially the online…
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Making Friends Abroad – Tips on Building a Social Circle in Singapore
By Felecia Ogunnuga, National University of Singapore, Singapore As someone who once considered themselves an introvert, the idea of packing my life into two suitcases and moving 6,800 miles away from friends and family felt overwhelming. It wasn’t the cultural differences or academic challenges that worried me the most—it was the lingering “What if I don’t make friends?” concern that kept creeping in every time I thought about my exchange. With that in mind, I wanted to share my experience of making friends abroad—the challenges, the unexpected moments, and the strategies that worked for me. If you’re feeling the same pre-departure nerves, I hope my insights help you feel more…
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5 Foods you have to try when you reach Singapore!
By Felecia Ogunnuga, National University of Singapore, Singapore One of the best things about living in Singapore is the endless variety of incredible food. From authentic local dishes at hawker centres to international cuisines at trendy restaurants, there’s something to satisfy every craving. As someone who loves exploring new places to eat, I’ve discovered some absolute gems during my time here. Whether you’re a fan of Italian comfort food, healthy acai bowls, or affordable canteen meals, this list has something for everyone. So, if you’re new to Singapore or just looking for some foodie inspiration, here are my favourite places to eat that you simply must try!
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5 Things to Know about Singapore
By Felecia Ogunnuga, Singapore, National University of Singapore Moving to a new country is always exciting but can also be a bit overwhelming, especially when it’s a vibrant place like Singapore! As I settled into my year abroad, I quickly discovered a few essential tips that made my experience smoother and more enjoyable. From dealing with the intense heat to navigating daily life, these five things are what I wish I’d known before arriving. Whether you’re preparing for your own adventure in Singapore or just curious about life here, this guide will help you hit the ground running and make the most of your time in the city!
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Study Tips for NUS!
By Sofia Roche-Vidaurre, National University of Singapore Every university has their own unique class structure and organization. In this blog post I’ll talk about my academic experience at NUS including classes, study time, organization and more.
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NUS: Life at a campus university
By Reuben Passi, National University of Singapore (NUS), Singapore One of the main differences between NUS and UOM that I knew before coming was that whereas UOM is a hybrid campus university due to its seamless connections to the city, NUS is a full-on large-scale campus university which even has its own 5-line bus system that operates every day for free across the campus!
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For Coffee (& tea) Lovers!
By Sofia Roche Vidaurre, National University of Singapore, Singapore This is a blog post dedicated to coffee shop lovers! A great way to discover Singapore’s neighborhoods is through visiting local coffee shops. As an avid coffee drinker I have greatly enjoyed trying out and curating a list of my favorite coffee spots all around Singapore! enjoy <3
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Reflections at a halfway point – National University of Singapore
By Reuben Passi, National University of Singapore (NUS), Singapore After spending a whole semester and over four months in Singapore, my perceptions of the country, university, and perspective overall on life have completely changed!
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A Week in Vietnam
By Reuben Passi, National University of Singapore (NUS), Singapore What is the perfect way to spend your reading week? Jet setting to a new country of course!! This is how we spent a week in North Vietnam.
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Top tips for studying at NUS
by Reuben Passi, National University of Singapore (NUS), Singapore Studying at NUS can be daunting due to some of the cultural differences and the way classes can be delivered as well as all of the paperwork and other details in order to get here but believe me it really is so worth it! So here are a few tips that I think will help with studying at NUS.
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