Department of Statistics and Data Science, NUS

During a recent learning journey at Jurong Pioneer Junior College, Assoc Prof Vikneswaran Gopal and Dr Daisy Pham introduced students to the key phases of a statistician's and data scientist's work—from planning data collection and analysing data to communicating insights through effective visualisation—through a fun and interactive paper helicopter activity.

The hands-on session offered students a practical introduction to the data science workflow, demonstrating how statistics and data science are applied to solve real-world problems.

We hope the experience sparked their curiosity and inspired them to explore the exciting possibilities in the field.

Find out more about the activity here: https://blog.nus.edu.sg/stavg/jurong-pioneer-junior-college-learning-journey-2026/

Special thanks to our SDS Society students - Akshata J Vedam and Jiaqi for helping out during the event.

Read more about our alumna, Karen Tee, and her career journey since graduating as part of the inaugural DSA cohort in 2016.

Last week's commencement marked a proud milestone for our graduands as they celebrated the culmination of their hard work, resilience, and dedication. 🎓

Congratulations on this well-deserved achievement, and we wish you every success as you embark on your next chapter!

Ahead of their commencement ceremony, our MSc Data Science for Sustainability graduands gathered for a joyful graduation lunch with faculty members. It was a heartwarming and intimate celebration of their hard work, achievements, and the friendships formed along the way. Congratulations to all our graduands, and happy graduation!

Featured in The Straits Times: how our alumnus, Luqman Naqib, applied what he learnt to address a practical problem by helping job seekers compare salary offers and make more informed decisions.

Read more here: https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/think-youve-been-lowballed-this-nus-grad-built-a-tool-that-lets-you-compare-salary-offers

Negotiate salary offers and avoid being lowballed Learn how to assess and negotiate salary offers, compare them to market rates, and understand why companies may offer lower pay. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Last Saturday, we welcomed over 20 alumni and soon-to-be graduates back to campus for a Professional Grooming Workshop.

Participants gained valuable insights into personal grooming through an engaging masterclass, followed by a personalised one-to-one colour analysis and styling consultation with a professional stylist. From discovering colours that complement individual features to learning practical tips on enhancing personal style, the session offered a meaningful opportunity for self-discovery and confidence-building.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, and to our facilitators for sharing their expertise and helping our alumni put their best foot forward as they embark on their next chapter. ✨

Calling our DSDS alumni and soon-to-be alumni (Year 4 undergraduates)!

We still have some places left for this upcoming Professional Grooming Workshop with Beauty Without Filter!

If you have not done a colour analysis before, and would like to learn more what colour suits you, how to elevate your sense of style or make-up techniques, then join us this Saturday!

Event includes a Grooming Masterclass led by Certified Trainer, Atiqah Ho, followed by a personal consultation with a professional stylist and ending it off with a networking lunch.

You should have received emails from us regarding this event, but if not, feel free to drop us an email at [email protected] and we will get back to you :)

Hope to see you then!