School of Humanities & Social Sciences

From nurturing good values in our children to helping our silver generation maintain a healthy and active lifestyle, to understanding human behaviour, our focus is on people.
Whether your passion lies in early childhood development, gerontology or psychology, we aim to help you make a meaningful difference in your chosen career and for you to enrich the lives of others!

REGISTER FOR OUR SEMINAR

01

Unique Diplomas

icon diverse

The only psychology and gerontology diploma programmes offered in a polytechnic. Our early childhood development programme is also a unique collaboration with the National Institute of Early Childhood Development (NIEC).

02

Rich Industry Partnerships

icon star

Our strong network of industry ties provides you with opportunities for real-world learning through internships and industry collaborations.

03

Applied Research

icon talent

The Centre for Applied Behavioural Sciences offers opportunities for applied research and projects, consultancy services and training programmes in behavioural sciences.

Gearing Up for the Silver Economy Tomorrow’s Community Leaders Nurturing the Next Generation Gearing Up for the Silver Economy Tomorrow’s Community Leaders Nurturing the Next Generation

Open House Highlights

 
Early Childhood Development & Education (ECDE)
icon Nurturing Singapore’s Next Generation

Get a sneak peek into early childhood (EC) training as our Diploma in Early Childhood Development & Education students showcase some hands-on activities they have designed to engage the little ones in the preschool classroom. You will get to join in the hands-on activities so you can experience what it is like to learn through play!

Social Sciences in Gerontology (GEM)
icon Explore Exciting Developments in Gerontology and the Silver Economy

Gear up for an exciting career in the rapidly expanding health and community care sectors. Take part in experiential activities to help you better understand ageing and the challenges our elderly face. Hear from our students about their experiences in the diploma.

Psychology (PSY)
icon A Glimpse into the Field of Psychology

Delve deep into the human mind as you learn more about psychological theories through activities conducted by our students. Discover why the Diploma in Psychology Studies could be the best fit for you!

HSS Tour

Meeting Zone

East Wing 1A Level 1

Visit the diploma booths

Chat Zone

East Wing 1A Level 2

Chat with our diploma lecturers

Future Zone

East Wing 1A Level 2

Share your vision of tomorrow

Play Zone

East Wing 1A Level 2

Experience a game through the lens of early childhood, gerontology and psychology

Activity Zone

East Wing 1A Level 2

Take part in the experiential activities by ECDE, GEM & PSY students.

ECDE Activity

  • Discovery Station
  • Early Childhood Station
  • Malay Track Station
  • Visual Arts Track Station

GEM Activity

  • Ageing Suit Station 1 & 2
  • Cognitive Station

PSY Activity

  • SPED (Special Needs) Station
  • Simulation Station

School of Humanities & Social Sciences

T68 Diploma in Early Childhood Development & Education

T48 Diploma in Psychology Studies

T53 Diploma in Social Sciences in Gerontology