Dr. Alex Lee

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Biography

Alex E. Y. Lee is a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Social Work, National University of Singapore. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy in Social Welfare from the University of California, Los Angeles. His scholarly interests focus on various frameworks and practices in social work, particularly family therapy and counselling for older persons. With research aimed at enhancing the welfare of ageing populations in Singapore, he also investigates issues concerning poverty, mental health, and social service delivery. Lee is actively involved in evaluating programs and outcomes in social development, dedicated to improving the quality of life for vulnerable populations. His commitment to teaching includes courses that cover dynamics of interpersonal effectiveness, contemporary social issues, and advanced social work practices. Lee's educational background further includes a Master's degree in Social Welfare and a Bachelor of Social Sciences with Honours in Social Work, both from UCLA and the National University of Singapore, respectively. Through his academic career, he has contributed to the evolving landscape of social work education and practices in Singapore, emphasizing the role of innovation in the field.

Research Interests

Courses

GEK1006 Dynamics Interpersonal Effectiveness GEK1012 Contemporary Social Issues Singapore SW1101E Social Work: Heart-Head-Hand Connection SW2101 Contemporary Social Work Practice SW2105 Values & Skills Helping Relationships SW2203 Counselling Process & Skills SW3101 Intro Soc Work Research & Soc Policy SW32104 Social Work Field Practice SW3201 Management Human Services SW3208 Negotiation Conflict Resolution SW3209 Counselling Theories & Practice SW3211 Community-Based Family Services SW3214 Counselling Process & Skills SW4101 Advanced Family-Centered SWK Practice SW4201 Theory Building Social Work Practice SW4208 Social Gerontology SW4210 Social Work and Technology Future SW4217 Advanced Studies in Family Development SW5102 Social Policy Applied Research Social Welfare SW5103 Family Therapy SWD5105 Skills Advanced Social Work Practice SWD5263 Family Centred Practice SW6102 Social Policy Applied Research Social Welfare

Requirements for National University of Singapore

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:3.5
Overall
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:85
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree with Honors or equivalent Strong quantitative background
Application Checklist
  • Official Academic Transcripts
  • GRE Score Report
  • TOEFL/IELTS Score Report
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Two Recommendation Letters
Specialization Notes

Department of Economics