Institute of Systems Science
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Other name | 系统科学院 |
|---|---|
Former name | Institute of Systems Science |
| Type | Technology School |
| Established | 1981 |
Parent institution | National University of Singapore |
Officer in charge | Mr Khoong Chan Meng |
| Chairman | Ms Janet Ang |
| Location | Singapore |
| Language | English |
| Website | www |
NUS-ISS is the technology school of National University of Singapore, specialises in technology education, consultancy, applied research, and career services in the digital sector. It was established in 1981.[1][2] NUS-ISS offers a range of postgraduate programmes such as Master of Technology and Graduate Diploma in Systems Analysis.[3][4] The school supports individuals and organisations with various learning options, including blended and stackable programmes. Its curriculum covers key areas such as digital leadership, software development, data science, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, product management, smart health, and digital innovation.[1][4]
History
[edit]In 1981, the institution was established and began offering a Graduate Diploma in Systems Analysis.[5] That same year, it initiated senior executive seminars and IT project management training, collaborating with IBM for four years.[6] By 1984, the institute had relocated to its own premises at 21 Heng Mui Keng Terrace. It expanded into large-scale R&D in 1985. Two years later, in 1987, it worked with the National Computer Board and the Singapore Economic Development Board on the Small Enterprise Computerisation Programme, aimed at SMEs.[7] In 1989, it introduced a Graduate Diploma in Knowledge Engineering.[1]
Foray into research and development
[edit]NUS-ISS ventured into large-scale Research & Development activities in 1985, securing a 4-year partnership with IBM Singapore for their support in developing NUS-ISS’s applied research capability. Later on, the NUS-ISS R&D Group spearheaded SingaLab in 1992, Imagine Lab (later renamed Pixaround.com) in 1996, and Star+Globe Technologies (later acquired by Languageware.net and renamed Wholetree.com) in 1997. In 1998, to consolidate R&D efforts in Singapore, the NUS-ISS R&D arm was merged with the NCB Information Technology Institute and renamed the Kent Ridge Digital Labs.
Postgraduate programmes
[edit]It launched its very first programme – the Graduate Diploma in Systems Analysis[8] – in 1981. Later on, it launched the Graduate Diploma in Knowledge Engineering in 1989, and the Graduate Diploma in Software Engineering in 1993. The Master of Technology in Software Engineering and Knowledge Engineering programmes[9] were launched in 1996, together with the NUS School of Computing and School of Engineering. In 2013, it launched the Master of Technology in Enterprise Business Analytics[10] programme together with NUS.
Singapore e-Government Leadership Centre
[edit]In 2006, the Singapore e-Government Leadership Centre (eGL) was set up in collaboration with Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy and Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore.
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b c "Our Story - Institute of Systems Science". www.iss.nus.edu.sg. Retrieved 23 June 2024.
- ^ "SINGAPORE YEARBOOK OF MANPOWER STATISTICS" (PDF). Ministry of Manpower. 2014.
- ^ "Graduate Programmes". www.iss.nus.edu.sg. Retrieved 23 June 2024.
- ^ a b "Redesigning learning experiences". The Straits Times. 10 January 2019. Retrieved 23 June 2024.
- ^ Tan, Hazel (8 January 2017). "Gaining a foothold in the tech industry". The Straits Times. ISSN 0585-3923. Retrieved 23 June 2024.
- ^ "Speech by President Halimah Yacob at The National University of Singapore - Institute of Systems Science 40th Anniversary Gala Dinner". www.istana.gov.sg. 30 November 2022. Retrieved 23 June 2024.
- ^ "Help for small companies planning to computerise". The Straits Times. 8 December 1988. p. 14.
- ^ Graduate Diploma in Systems Analysis
- ^ Master of Technology in Software Engineering and Knowledge Engineering programmes
- ^ Master of Technology in Enterprise Business Analytics