International Students

International students play an important role in contributing to the multi-cultural character of SMU. This diverse university population contributes significantly to cross-cultural understanding and allows for a deeper awareness of world issues.

The Office of Student Life annually plans a series of social and recreational programmes to engage our international students. These activities provide opportunities for integration with the university community and are aimed at enhancing the student experience.

Our Orientation Programmes are packed with exciting activities to help you accomplish a smooth transition into university life. We encourage you to participate in all our orientation events and to make the most of your stay here at SMU.

You will be happy to know that all these programmes, brought to you by the Office of Student Life, are complimentary.

For international freshmen, please click here to sign up for the 2011 Orientation Programmes (only for international freshmen students who are coming to SMU in August 2011)

For exchange students, please click here to sign up for the Programmes available to you. (^ These events are available to exchange students.)

For international post-graduates, please click here to sign up for the Programmes available to you. (* These events are available to post-graduates.)

ORIENTATION PROGRAMMES

International Students' Orientation Briefing
[18 July 2011] ~COMPULSORY~
Want to get a head start in SMU? An exclusive orientation session has been organised just for you! Listen to your seniors share everything you need to know about SMU's life and culture - from orientation to academic issues! (Do try and make ar rangements to arrive in Singapore by mid July.)

Buddy Programme
[July 2011 onwards]
Enjoy the privilege of having a SMU senior show you around campus and Singapore as well as answer any queries you may have about life in Singapore and at SMU. This programme is always very well-received by international students, and one you must not miss!

Tour for International Parents*
[July 2011]
Don't miss this opportunity to show your parents SMU's city campus and hostel! Embark on a personal tour conducted by SMU Student Ambassadors and get a chance to sit in at a mock Seminar Room session, in which we simulate an actual everyday classroom experience, as well as answer questions pertainin g to academic issues. Most of all, get a firsthand account from our students themselves on what they love most about SMU! Do visit our website at http://smutips.wordpress.com/ to find out more!

Welcome! City Tour* ^
[8 Aug 2011]
Get your cameras ready for this half-day city tour for first-year international students which promises to showcase not just the famous historical, cultural and tourist landmarks, but also the panoramic sights of Singapore! End off this fun-filled tour with a sumptuous lunch with fellow students and new friends!

President's Welcome Lunch* ^
[31 Aug 2011]
Mingle with SMU Deans, Faculty, Staff and fellow students over lunch hosted by SMU's President. Don't miss the opportunity to network with key people with whom you will come into contact, in your next 4 years at SMU!

Host Family Programme*
[26 Aug 2011]
Be part of our friendship and cultural exchange programme where you will be linked to a Singaporean family who will welcome you and give you an insight into the life of a local family. Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to widen your network of contac ts and make Singapore a home away from home! (Please note that this programme does not include home stay with the family.)

UNIVERSITY-WIDE EVENT

SMU International Day of Peace* ^
[21 Sep 2011]
SMU Peace Day is observed on 21 Sep every year, in conjunction with the UN International Day of Peace. The occasion commemorates the spirit of peace and harmony among people and nations, and reinforces the message that peace should not be taken for grante d. As part of this year's highlights, SMU students will be showcasing various cultural performances, a Peace ceremony and a Run for Peace event .

PAST EVENTS

SMU's Yu Sheng Lo Hei 2010
This year, in commemoration of SMU's 10th Birthday, we aimed for a place in the Singapore Book of Records for the largest number of people participating in the longest Yu Sheng Lo Hei line!

OTHERS - BUY, RENT & SELL TEXTBOOKS

Below are two online bookstores started and setup by SMU students where you can buy, sell or rent new and used textbooks. Check them out!



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For NEW and PROSPECTIVE International Students:

Orientation Programmes for INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADS

Orientation Programmes for EXCHANGE STUDENTS

Integration Programmes for INTERNATIONAL POST-GRADS

SMU Matriculation 2011

Freshmen Experience 2011

Pre-departure checklist

Arrival checklist

Student's pass

Pre-enrolment medical examination

Accomodation

Useful information

Useful phone numbers

Frequently Asked Questions

Singapore Sh10k!

In commemoration of SMU's 10th Anniversary this year, we have published an updated version of the international students' guidebook. This new and revised survival kit helps SMU's freshmen international students integrate and adjust to life in Singapore and academic challenges. Singapore Sh10k! dishes out much street-smart wisdom and first-hand knowledge of SMU student life from seniors, who also created the publication. This limited edition promises to be more jolly and informative as it includes new sections such as interviews with alumni, unique highlights on various cultures and more recommendations on eateries, places of interests and other useful tips for our students. All international freshmen will receive a copy of this book at the International Students' Orientation Briefing!

SMU International Connections

SMU International Connections (ICON), our international students' club, partners the International Students' Unit (ISU) to help foster relations between the University's local, international and exchange student communities.

Since 2008, we have seen the formation of 9 sub-groups under ICON. Each sub-group aims to contribute to the cultural diversity of our University by promoting exchanges of cultures through events and activities organized and linking the SMU community to an array of global opportunities. SMU ICON witnessed a major change in its structure in 2009 where it was transferred from being a CCA under Arts and Cultural Fraternity (ACF) to directly under SMU Students' Association (SMUSA), which better positions SMU ICON in catering the needs of international students.

The 9 sub-groups are namely: