Embrace Your Student Life Journey
College-Wide Student Life Events
“Welcome to the College of Design and Engineering (CDE) at the National University of Singapore (NUS)! The CDE experience extends far beyond the classroom. The Office of Student Life is here to support you in various aspects of your college journey. Find out more about the exciting opportunities that await you at CDE.“
— Assoc Prof Darren Chian, Vice Dean (Student Life)
Immerse yourself in a vibrant calendar of events, from freshmen orientation to college-wide carnivals. Network with peers, discover new interests, and create lasting memories.
Gain Valuable Professional Experience
Explore exclusive opportunities at the CDE Career Fair, featuring over 50 companies eager to connect with our talented students. Gain a competitive edge with our career workshops, industry networking events, and internship opportunities. We’ll equip you for success in your chosen field.
Find Your Tribe
CDE is home to CDE Club, Sub Clubs and Interest Groups catering to diverse interests from design and engineering disciplines. Discover your passion, develop your skills, and forge lifelong friendships.
Your CDE Home Away from Home
Utilise our student spaces to unwind, collaborate, or get creative. The Pitstop @ CDE, also named The Space Bar, is our student lounge that is equipped with games and comfortable seating for you to enjoy with your CDE peers.
Health & Wellness Initiatives
Access workshops on handson arts & crafts, mental health resources, and physical activities. Maintain a healthy balance while going about your academic journey.
Peer Student Supporters
CDE Peer Student Supporters offer a friendly and compassionate platform for sharing concerns and challenges that may be affecting you.
Wellness Ambassadors
CDE Wellness Ambassadors promote well-being and kindness through fun studentled activities that you can enjoy.
Did you know?
Wolfram (pronounced as wolf-frem) is the CDE mascot. Wolfram first made its physical appearance to CDE staff and students on 19 January 2022 at the first CDE Day and is now a regular at College Student Life events!
Student Life Highlights
June
Orientation
July
NUS Rag & Flag
Orientation marks the beginning of the freshmen’s journey with an enriching lineup of social engagement activities
Vacation
12–13 weeks
Optional Enrichment Programmes
NUS Special Term, Summer Programmes
January
Sem 2
CDE Day
A day of college student celebration to build a vibrant and cohesive community
May Ready to find out more?
August
Freshman Welcome
Welcoming the freshmen to their respective departments and being a part of NUS CDE community
Start of Academic Year Sem 1
Student Life Fair
An annual NUS showcase of the diverse student organisations and co-curricular activities on campus.
September
Student Life Events
Student Wellness
Workshops & Various Student Clubs’ Events
December
CDE Community Day
A day of promoting and building social connectedness and community network
Inter-Faculty Games
Career Fair
Platform for students to engage key employers with exciting career opportunities.
Office of Student Life, College of Design & Engineering
Techno Edge Canteen #03-01C 2 Engineering Drive 4, Singapore 117584
cde.student.life@nus.edu.sg