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Earlier this year, a math problem from a Singaporean school exam given to a high school student went viral. Attached to the popular hashtag #cherylsbirthday<\/a>, the question asked students to use their logic skills to determine when fictional character Cheryl\u2019s birthday must be, given a set of invented circumstances and 10 possible dates to choose from. The challenging logic question, one most university-educated adults struggled to understand, let alone answer, pointed to Singaporean students\u2019 strong math performance and problem-solving skills.<\/p>\n

Singaporean students consistently place at the top international rankings of math proficiency. Many educators attribute their success to an emphasis on logic-based problem solving and a conceptual understanding of the material, as opposed to rote memorization and regurgitating information for a test. Schools around the world have adopted the Singaporean method and seen improved results.<\/p>\n

In a city-state known primarily for its financial industry and strict laws governing public behavior, a new interest in supporting the arts has emerged. Seeing economic opportunity in a booming art market, the Singaporean government is invested heavily in arts education and cultural centers. The new Art Singapore Fair, established in 2011, brings in over 120 galleries, art collectors, and investors from around the globe once a year.<\/p>\n

Singapore\u2019s new art schools emphasize a connection between the art and design world with other disciplines. Kelly Tang, Dean of the School of the Arts and an award-winning composer, told the New York Times: \u201cWhen students look at the concept of space in art, there\u2019s a link to the concept of density or height in physics. Through things like proportion ratios and how that works in music and dance, students are able to use art as a portal to learn.\u201d This educator’s appreciation for the connection between art and science \u2014 between physics and artistic craft \u2014 is sure to produce some great future architects.<\/p>\n

The schools themselves are a reflection of Singapore\u2019s willingness to support learning, experimentation, and new ways of thinking. Take a look at the following selection of Singaporean educational institutions:<\/p>\n

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\u00a9 DP Architects<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n

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Singapore University of Technology and Design<\/a><\/b>by DP Architects<\/a>, Singapore<\/p>\n

Established in collaboration with MIT, this publicly funded university focuses on architecture, sustainable design, and engineering. The building’s sharp, modern design draws students to its new facilities and has plenty of communal spaces to encourage collaboration between students and faculty.<\/p>\n

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\u00a9 RSP Architects Planners & Engineers<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n

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La Salle College of the Arts<\/a><\/b>by RSP Architects Planners Engineers<\/a>, Singapore<\/p>\n

La Salle College is made up of six buildings, connected by alleyways, courtyards, and sky bridges. Each department design is defined by a wavy, organic aesthetic inspired by geology. The contrasting glass and aluminum walls add the rocky effect, and focus our attention inward to the central plaza.<\/p>\n

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\u00a9 Hufton+Crow Photography<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n

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Learning Hub, Nanyang Technological University<\/a><\/b>by Heatherwick Studio<\/a>, Singapore<\/p>\n

Built earlier this year, this multi-disciplinary university is built for over 33,000 students. Unlike traditional designs for education institutions made up of numerous corridors linking classrooms, this design is based around common spaces where students from different departments can meet one another and exchange ideas: in a courtyard, on the terraces, or in the rooftop garden.<\/p>\n

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\u00a9 RSP Architects Planners & Engineers<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n

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ITE College Central<\/a><\/b>by RSP Architects Planners Engineers<\/a>, Singapore<\/p>\n

Split into various departments, this educational facility is built to accommodate over 10,000 students at a time. The complex includes a swimming pool, sports facilities, and even a hangar for planes.<\/p>\n

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\u00a9 Lekker Architects<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n

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\u00a9 Lekker Architects<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n

Library Cafe, Singapore Polytechnic<\/a><\/b>by Lekker Architects<\/a>, Singapore<\/p>\n

This new library caf\u00e9 offers the students of Singapore Polytechnic an appealing place to study and learn. This well-lit, modern space stands out against the concrete, brutalist architecture of the surrounding departments.<\/p>\n

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\u00a9 LOOK architects<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n

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\u00a9 LOOK architects<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n

Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine<\/a><\/b>by LOOK architects<\/a>, Singapore<\/p>\n

The new medical school annex fits perfectly into the C-shaped medical building. The glazed fa\u00e7ade starkly contrasts the original building from the 1920s, which once functioned as a nursing station during the Second World War. The fa\u00e7ade’s materials also protect patients and students from the torrential rains and extreme heat Singaporeans often face.<\/p>\n

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\u00a9 DP Architects<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n

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\u00a9 Rory Daniel<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n

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\u00a9 DP Architects<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n

Stephen Riady Centre<\/a><\/b>by DP Architects<\/a>, Singapore<\/p>\n

As an entry point to Singapore’s University Town, the Stephen Riady Centre houses almost every resource imaginable: a pool, sports fields, a restaurant, classrooms, administrative offices, music and dance rehearsal spaces \u2014 even a rock climbing wall. A gathering space for students and faculty of all disciplines to interact, this building embodies the university community.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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