SUSS Dialogue Session: BA Tamil Language and Literature
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School of Humanities and Behavioural Sciences
SHBS
The School of Humanities and Behavioural Sciences (SHBS) offers a diverse range of programmes that will deepen students' understanding and appreciation of languages and literature, behavioural sciences, and translation. Our programmes develop practical, professional skills and specialised knowledge to help graduates achieve their goals.
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Programmes & Courses
Undergraduate Programmes
We offer part-time undergraduate a basic degree or an honours degree and full-time undergraduate an direct honours degree, in a diverse range of disciplines.
Graduate Programmes
We offer graduate certificate, graduate diploma, Master's and Doctoral levels, in a diverse range of disciplines.
Courses
We offer a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary range of over 200 courses each semester, at both post-graduate and undergraduate levels.
Our School Clusters
Learn more about our different clusters and our minor progammes.
Languages Cluster
Undergraduate and postgraduate courses/programmes in Linguistics and Languages.
Behavioural Sciences Cluster
Undergraduates and postgraduates courses/programmes in Humanities and Social Sciences.
Minors
Minor programme for SUSS undergraduates to explore additional areas of study.
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Research
Understanding and documenting human experience is our forte. At SHBS, faculty members conduct applied research on human behaviour and well-being.
Intergenerational Support and Older Parents’ Subjective Well-being
This study investigates intergenerational support and its association with the subjective well-being of older parents.
Time, Well-being and Quality of Life
This study examines at how utilization of time affects well-being and quality of life in Singapore.
Affluence and Subjective Well-being
This study examined whether national income inequality moderated the effects of affluence on subjective well-being.
Well-being and Self-regulation
The study explored and compared the personality traits and heart rate variability between athletes and non-athletes.
Commentaries
AI Chatbots and The Dangers of Disinformation
Dr Omer Ali Saifudeen, Head of Military Studies Minor at SUSS, tests these claims in the context of extremism and shares his findings.
Commentary: My Learning Diaries: My bosses’ decisions used to puzzle me. A 'FlexiMasters' course helped me see the light
A FlexiMasters course in general management helped the writer understand the reasons behind some of her supervisors' decisions.
Commentary: Middle managers have it tough but the world needs them, especially with these steps to become less replaceable
"New evidence debunks the idea that managers are dispensable in structured workplaces. What makes them essential?"
Commentary: A test for educators — how to embrace ChatGPT's capabilities and exploit its limitations
As we embrace ChatGPT's capabilities and exploit its limitations, how can we maximize its value?
Commentary: Assigning grades to sugary drinks speaks to the Singaporean in me
Is there really that much sugar in our favourite drinks? The new Nutri-Grade label can be healthier choice, but is it enough?
What’s behind young people’s violent behaviour?
This commentary looks into violence and bullying among youths in the age of social media.
How love scammers trick women
This commentary explores how love scammers exploit unsuspecting victims using the psyche of their prey.