SIT will progressively incorporate social context elements in all its degree programmes by 2023. These elements will comprise at least 2 credits and include topics from the ‘Singapore: Imagining the Next 50 Years’ e-module; the updated UCM3001 Change Management module; or other custom modules. 

The Social Innovation Project (USI2001) is a 3-credit module that forms part of the SIT-wide suite of interdisciplinary initiatives under the new Undergraduate Programme Structure that will bring students from different disciplines together. All students from the AY2022/23 cohort will be required to take the module as part of SIT’s graduation requirements.

Students taking this module will be at least Year-of-study 2 standing or have completed both the UDE1001 Introduction to Design Innovation and UDE2001 Interdisciplinary Design Innovation modules.

USI2001 aims to create opportunities for SIT students to address some of the current issues and multi-faceted challenges faced in our society using a multi-pronged, problem-solving and collaborative approach. Students will compete three e-learning micromodules, and working in teams of 3 to 5, they will plan, co-create, prototype, and present a socially innovative solution meant for a specific community group.

More information on the module will be shared during the introductory briefing to be conducted every Trimester for all students required to take the module.

SIT integrates social context teaching and learning elements, activities, and projects within its academic programmes. In addition, the university also provides opportunities for SITizens to be involved in making a positive impact in the community through social innovation projects. This immersion aims to impart the SITizen-DNA, particularly ‘Grounded in the Community’, to all students. 

By using the skills and knowledge gained in their learning journey at SIT on projects that promote social good, SITizens can develop meaningful interactions with the community and our community partners.

• Students can participate in social innovation projects with community partners to fulfil their required interdisciplinary requirements learning credits. These projects may comprise any local community innovation projects spearheaded by our partners or stakeholders, including:
   
  1. SIT’s Innovation and Technology Transfer (ITT) division
  2. Community programmes organised by our Student Life division
  3. YES!Programme led by a group of SIT faculty members
  4. CLASIC-curated projects in partnership with community and industry leaders
      
• CLASIC works with SIT faculty, professional officers, and staff to coordinate their involvement in these community-related projects. We also connect and collaborate with community and industry partners to curate these opportunities. 

The National Centre of Excellence for Workplace Learning (NACE@SIT) is a partner of CLASIC and one of the centres located in SIT. NACE@SIT focuses on enhancing work processes and organisational efficiency through workplace learning and training workshops. Companies seeking to access workplace learning and training benefits can connect with NACE@SIT through our Centre.

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