Dear Students,
Welcome to the Yong Pung How School of Law.
You begin your legal education at a time of profound change. Climate challenges, rapid technological advances, and geopolitical tensions are reshaping societies, economies, and the way we live and work. In such a world, the role of lawyers is more important than ever. Lawyers are not only guardians of the rule of law, they also help design the systems that enable societies to function, adapt, and flourish. The multi-faceted, interconnected, and often unprecedented challenges that we face today call for lawyers who can think across disciplines, engage with complexity, and contribute meaningfully to the development of resilient and just systems.
At the Yong Pung How School of Law, we are committed to preparing you for this responsibility. You will build strong foundations in legal knowledge and skills, while engaging deeply with emerging issues in areas such as technology and sustainability. Our interdisciplinary approach ensures that you understand how law interacts with business, policy, and society. Your learning will extend beyond the classroom – through discussions, clinics, internships, moot competitions and global experiences. You will be taught and mentored by distinguished faculty and leading practitioners who will challenge and support you, helping you develop not only as capable lawyers, but as thoughtful professionals and responsible members of society.
The Yong Pung How School of Law is a close-knit community committed to nurturing every student to achieve their deepest aspirations. Our vision of success if that all of you will grow into professionals who are not only competent to meet the challenges of your time, but will also shape a more just and resilient future.
Once again, welcome to the YPHSL community.
Professor LEE Pey Woan
Dean
Yong Pung How School of Law