Head Start
The Student Success Centre (SSC) has designed a 4-day programme, which takes place on 30 June–1 July 2025 and 3-4 July 2025, to provide you with the support and resources you need to make a smooth academic transition to SMU.
This programme consists of the following:

UniReady (2 days)
Gain invaluable insights into academic success by learning how to:
- Cultivate effective learning mindsets and study techniques.
- Navigate SMU’s learning platforms with ease.
- Hone your research skills and complete LIB001 Library Research Skills ahead of schedule.
- Interact with alumni and seniors who have gone through the same journey.
- Provide you access to a peer support network.
Get READy, Write Now! (2 days)
To succeed in your first year, you will need to be able to read critically and write effectively. This is especially true in your Core Curriculum modules such as Writing and Reasoning, and Big Questions. Join us for this workshop and learn how to:
- Formulate a Clear Position
- Evaluate Secondary Sources
- Create Coherent Written Pieces
- Use Appropriate Referencing Style
Check out what our past students have to say about the workshop -
https://smu.sg/GetREADyWriteNow
Limited spots are available so please register early!
English Language Support Programme (ELSP)
The ELSP is designed to help international students use English effectively to succeed in the university. Students will be exposed to a variety of strategies to help them write and speak effectively, participate in class discussions, contribute meaningfully in teamwork and improve their communication skills. CEC will contact the students and provide more details on the programme closer to the start of the programme.
Contact and Enquiries:
For more details about the different workshops, please send your enquiries to cec@smu.edu.sg