Student Life at DID
At Industrial Design, we believe student life is about more than academic success — it’s about creating an environment where you can thrive personally, socially, and professionally.
Our Student Life initiatives are thoughtfully crafted to support your growth both in and beyond the studio. Whether you’re looking for wellness support, career guidance, a space to recharge, or opportunities to lead and connect — we’ve got you covered.
From fun activities and wellness support to leadership opportunities at ID Club, this is your space to grow, connect, lead, and belong.
Find out more about:
Student Wellness
University life can be both exciting and overwhelming. Prioritising your well-being is key to thriving — in your studies and beyond. We offer a range of support services and programmes to help you navigate challenges and make the most of your time here. These resources are free and open to all undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Support from DID Staff Advisor
Our student support staff provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space where you can discuss any academic or personal challenges you may be experiencing. We can refer you to
- Hans Tan: hans@nus.edu.sg
- Stella Gao: stella.g@nus.edu.sg
- Karin Aue: karinaue@nus.edu.sg
(Staff Advisor for Master's Programme)
Peer Support Network
A student-led initiative where you can talk, share concerns, and receive support from trained peer supporters in a safe and understanding space.
We're looking for volunteers! If you’re interested in becoming a peer supporter, reach out to the DID Staff Advisor or an ID Club member. Don’t worry — we’ll provide all the training you need!
Important Resources
You’re welcome to reach out directly to any of CDE’s Student Support Managers.
Ms Shanmuga Priya D/O Subramaniam
(Contact for OSL facilities and wellness workshops)
Email: sps@nus.edu.sg
Tel/WhatsApp: +65 6516 1659
Ms Vivian Lee
Email: vivianl@nus.edu.sg
Tel/WhatsApp: +65 6516 1267
University Counselling Services
Email: ucs@nus.edu.sg
Appointment Form
Tel: +65 6516 2376
Lifeline NUS
24-hr Hotline for Life-Threatening
Psychological Emergencies
Tel: +65 6516 7777
Samaritans of Singapore (SOS)
24-hr Hotline
Tel: 1800 221 4444
NUS Care Unit
Email: ncu_help@nus.edu.sg
Website
Helpline: +65 6601 4000
General Enquiries: +65 6601 3155
NUS Staff and Students can now seek after-office hours counselling through NUS’s appointed EAP provider, Intellect, in addition to premium access to self-guided tools.
Click here to find out more about the Intellect app and how to download.
Career Development
Our goal is to provide you with a wide range of opportunities, including personalised career advising, career fairs, and hands-on workshops. In partnership with the Centre for Future-Ready Graduates, we strive to equip you with the skills and connections needed for success.
Events and Workshops
We empower students to explore career options and build professional networks through activities such as the annual CDE Career Fair (September/October), design workshops, employer talks, company visits, and more.
Stay tuned for the latest updates — activities will be announced via email!
Programmes offered by CFG
Career Programmes
Career Catalyst (CFG1002) to equip yourself with essential career skills such as resume writing, creating your personal brand and elevator pitch, and sharpening your interviewing skills. When done well, they will set you apart and help you maximise your chances of getting the internship and job that you have always wanted!
Find out more details here.
Career Advisory (CFG)
Career paths can take many forms, and sometimes a conversation with a Career Advisor can offer helpful clarity and direction.
For ID undergraduate students, Mr Shaun Kang (skang@nus.edu.sg) and Ms Dorothy Fong (dorothyf@nus.edu.sg) are your dedicated Career Advisors.
For ID postgraduate students, Ms Chan Choy Wah (choywah_chan@nus.edu.sg) and Mr Loo Chu Hof (chuhof@nus.edu.sg) are your dedicated Career Advisors.
Schedule your one-to-one advisory with them here.
ID Club
The NUS Industrial Design Club (ID Club) aims to represent the NUS Division of Industrial Design (DID) student body through being the gel that bonds students and professors alike. Through empathising with the needs of DID students, ID Club will focus on enhancing the academic experience for everyone, all while being strong advocates of the NUS Industrial Design course. Our programmes will engage, enrich and supplement the DID student body to aid in creating a safe space for everyone to learn.
Meet the Committee
ID Club Photo Album
Regular/Past Events
Freshmen Orientation Camp
Industrial Design’s Orientation Camp is held annually before the start of a new Academic Year. It welcomes incoming students with an array of fun activities across the SDE and wider NUS campus to get to know the school, ID curriculum, and fellow incoming friends. Being ID students, our camp boasts creative games, activities that will definitely involve your hands and crafting, and exclusive camp merchandise designed by our Orientation Committee Members from the Year 2 cohorts.
Check out our Instagram for past photos and updates!
Welfare Goodie Bags
ID students may not have many exams, but our crunch time during project submissions hits hard! For this, ID club has prepared welfare packs stuffed with snacks and amenities to fuel each ID student through their final push.
In our last welfare pack giveaways, our mascot was inspired by the viral Smiski figurines!
Semester Events: ID goes Hiking
Marking off our first Semester Event, ID club has organised a morning hike at the Southern Ridges to catch a breath of fresh air and appreciating nature before our semester starts. It is a great opportunity for the whole ID community to come together, and can serve as a follow-up for the Year 1s to get to know more seniors beyond the Year 2s that guided their Orientation!
Upcoming Events
AY2025/26 Semester 1
ID Break for Games!
(Week 6 - Recess Week)
Potential Activities: Digital, Board & Physical Games
Movie Night
(Week 6 Friday, 20/9)
Potential activities: Movie screening in Forum/LT
Special Guest Speaker
Each year, we are given the privilege to invite an external designer to NUS DID. The engagement could be a speech, workshop or any form that can serve as meaningful learning for students.
To ID student reading this, do contact us over Instagram if you have any Designers in mind (both overseas and local designers are allowed)!
EOY Get-Together
To be held near Winter Break in November-December, this End of Year event will be a celebration for everyone over friends and food.
Don’t miss out on this event and bring your friends along!
Facility & Resources
BUZZy Kitchen
The BUZZy To-Gather kitchen is conceptualised to bring like-minded students together during hands-on workshops, targeted at promoting student well-being. Join us in the cooking and baking workshops conducted!
For bookings, email us at:
cde.student.life@nus.edu.sg
Pitstop @ CDE
Space Bar@CDE is our student lounge that is equipped with board games, a pool/air hockey table and Nintendo Switch available for booking (9:30 am to 5:30pm on Mondays to Fridays excluding PH)
For the booking of these facilities, do ensure you are logged in to NUS Network on campus or via VPN here.
Yusof Ishak House
Location: E431 Lower Kent Ridge Rd (Student Union places)
Booking Method: TBC