About this event
Join us for an exclusive opportunity to explore our prestigious Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (LKYSPP) PhD in Public Policy programme through an engaging virtual presentation hosted by our Assistant Professor Yuhao Ba and Assistant Professor Adam Liu! Delve into the intricacies of our PhD programme, uncover scholarship opportunities, understand prerequisites, and tips for a strong application —all in one comprehensive webinar.
What to expect:
- An overview of the PhD in Public Policy programme
- Scholarships and funding options
- Prerequisites and admissions guidance
- Application tips and best practices
- Insights into support systems, mentorship, and our vibrant academic community
Following the presentation, there will be a live Q&A session where you can get personalised answers to your questions.
Take the first step towards an impactful career in public policy—join us for this informative session and begin your academic journey with LKYSPP.
Hosted by
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Foo Yong XinFY T
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Desmond Seow Deputy Head of Regions @ Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (LKYSPP)DS T
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Kartini Rahman Senior Associate Director, Outreach @ LKYSPPT
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Adam Liu Assistant Professor @ Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (LKYSPP)AL G
Adam is a political scientist trained at Stanford University, though he doesn't believe in disciplinary and methodological boundaries. He studies Chinese politics and political economy. His dissertation, "Building Markets within Authoritarian Institutions: The Political Economy of Banking Development in China," won the 2020 BRICS Economic Research Award. The Award carries a prize money of Indian Rupees 1.5 million (approximately USD 21,000), supported by the Exim Bank of India, a citation and a medal.
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Yuhao Ba Assistant Professor @ Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (LKYSPP)YB G
Yuhao Ba is an Assistant Professor in the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy at the National University of Singapore. His research interests are around (1) non-state involvement and leadership in environmental governance systems, with a particular focus on corporate entities; (2) interactions between governance systems and the policy process; and (3) governance outcomes and performance in the context of environment and sustainability. As an APPAM’s Equity & Inclusion fellow, Yuhao is also committed to promoting equity, inclusion, and diversity in the world of public policy and management.
Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (LKYSPP)
A world transformed through good governance and leadership excellence.Since 2004, our school has graduated over 4,000 leaders worldwide. Today, LKYSPP is one of the world’s most highly-regarded public policy school. LKYSPP is part of the National University of Singapore, which is ranked among the best global universities (QS Global University Rankings 2026).
