13/11/2025
Grateful for an energising evening with our NCCS fellows — as we bid farewell to one who has spent almost a year with us, and warmly welcome three who are just beginning their journey. As Deputy Director of Postgraduate Education at NCCS, it was a privilege to hear firsthand their experiences, challenges, and hopes at this pivotal point.
Our conversation went far beyond clinical work:
• Adjusting to life and work in Singapore
• Research opportunities and mentorship
• IT and system access
• Housing, transport and settling in
• Food, community and connection
• And even creating a “First Week in NCCS” guide to help future fellows start strong
These rich, honest reflections reaffirm how much more we can do to strengthen, support and uplift our international fellows. Their insights are invaluable — and together, we can shape a fellowship experience that is rigorous, meaningful and deeply human-centred.
Deep appreciation to our outstanding PGEU team — Hafiz, Jasmine and Rachel — whose dedication behind the scenes makes all of this possible.
Here’s to building systems, structures and communities that help our fellows truly thrive. ✨
