College of Integrative Studies - Introduction Video

Established in 2022, the College of Integrative Studies (CIS) emphasises the importance of integrating ideas and perspectives across disciplines to derive new solutions in areas related to SMU’s Strategic Priorities.

The College is committed to supporting students whose aspirations cannot be achieved within the confines of conventional degree programmes. The College aims to nurture graduates who will confidently navigate the emerging issues of a complex world, reframe and address challenges beyond a single discipline or traditional paradigms, and contribute to industry and society in novel and unconventional ways.

Home to full-time faculty members with postgraduate degrees from renowned universities such as the LSE, Oxford, Princeton and Yale, spanning topics such as Computer Science, Economics, Environmental History, Geography, Law, and Urban Climate, amongst others, the College seeks to cultivate an environment conducive to intellectual exploration across academic disciplines. The College will assign every undergraduate student a faculty advisor to guide them in their academic journey. In addition, every student who is keen to pursue a professional pathway is paired with an industry mentor who will provide advice on the nuances and outlook of the industry, helping the student apply their academic learning with an industry lens.

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