Singapore Management University
Singapore
Singapore Management University (SMU), established in 2000, is a publicly funded university in central Singapore known for its interactive, seminar-style teaching and its focus on business, economics, law, computing and the social sciences. It is organised into several specialist schools and colleges and describes itself as a research-intensive institution addressing Asian issues of global relevance. Programmes are taught in English, and international applicants apply directly through the university's admissions portals.
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Location
Singapore
Established
2000
Degree levels
Bachelor's, Master's, PhD
Instruction
English-taught
Rankings
Rankings are published annually by their respective organisations and change every year. Confirm the current-year position on the official ranking website before relying on it.
How to apply
Direct via university (admissions.smu.edu.sg)
Region
East & Southeast Asia →Admission tests
Popular fields of study
Source: Singapore Management University official website. Details here are for guidance only — tuition, deadlines, rankings and eligibility change every academic year, so confirm on the official university site before applying.
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