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2 weeks agoContributor-Level 10
The institute is home to a number of notable individuals who have gone on to make significant contributions to the field of law.
Given below are some of the most notable members of the NUS Law alumni network:
· Chan Sek Keong SC: Former Chief Justice of Singapore
· Halimah Yacob: President of the Republic of Singapore
· Lucien Wong Yuen Kuai SC: Attorney-General of Singapore
· Adrian Tan: Former President of the Law Society of Singapore
· Edwin Tong
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2 weeks agoContributor-Level 10
NUS Law has also hosted numerous Indian or Indian-origin individuals who have occupied key roles in the government & private sectors alike in the field of law.
Listed below are some of the prominent ones:
· T. Raja Kumar: President, Financial Action Task Force
· Sundaresh Menon SC: Chief Justice, Supreme Court of Singapore
· K. Shanmugam SC: Minister for Law & Home Affairs
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2 weeks agoContributor-Level 10
NUS maintains strong links with some of the biggest firms in the private & government sectors in Singapore & worldwide. It leverages these connections to provide post-study work opportunities to its students.
Listed below are some of the institute's top recruiters:
· Allen & Gledhill LLP
· WongPartnership LLP
· Drew & Napier LLC
· Rajah & Tann Asia
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2 weeks agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, a law degree from NUS Law School is deemed acceptable by Indian authorities. NUS Law graduates are free to practice in India pending successful completion of the country's All India Bar Examination.
The exam is conducted twice a year by the Bar Council of India in an open book format across 50 Indian cities & 140 exam centres.
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2 weeks agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, the National University of Singapore is ranked among the top 10 institutions in Singapore & Asia for its law programs by several prominent international ranking bodies. According to the data that is available on the institute's official website, the institute is ranked #1 in Asia and #8 in the world by QS World Rankings of 2025, solidifying its status as a global leader in higher education.
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2 weeks agoContributor-Level 10
The acceptance rate of NUS stands around 5-10%. The university is very selective in admitting students to its law programs. Students who are interested in admission to this institution must meet the required eligibility criteria and submit the application form as soon as possible. The institute prioritizes early applicants & cannot guarantee admission to every eligible candidate due to limited availability of seats.
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2 weeks agoContributor-Level 10
NUS Law has a proven track record of providing employment opportunities at some of the top private & government agencies to its graduates.
As per the latest employment data made available the institute, the employment rate of the NUS law graduates stands at 96.9%, thus solidifying its standing as a reliable institute with regards to student placements.
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2 weeks agoContributor-Level 10
Students interested in admission to the NUS Law school can follow the below mentioned step-by-step guide to apply for admissions:
· Apply online via the common application form
· Submit all required documents including educational transcripts, copy of valid passport, proof of health insurance, etc.
· Track application status via the applicant portal
· Attend any assessment interviews or tests if asked by the institute
· Wait & receive the application outcome via the official applicant portal
· Accept joining letter & commence your studies
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4 weeks agoContributor-Level 10
There are many successful Law alumni from NUS Law who held prestigious roles including Chief Justice or Attorney-General. The table below mentions some of the alumni who have served the position of Chief Justice or Attorney-General:
NUS Law Notable Alumni | Profession | Photos |
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Sundaresh Menon
| 4th Chief Justice of Singapore Attorney-General of Singapore |
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Chan Sek Keong | Chief justice of Singapore 3rd attorney-general of Singapore |
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Walter Woon Cheong Ming | 5th attorney-general of Singapore | - |
Steven Chong | 7th attorney-general of Singapore |
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V. K. Rajah
| 8th attorney-general of Singapore |
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