The computer science major is among nearly 16,000 students graduating from the NUS Class of 2024.
SINGAPORE – A trip to Bali, an exchange programme in South Korea, friendships that blossomed over the years in school. These are but a few highlights of a fulfilling university life, in whichThe 26-year-old, who studied computer science at the National University of Singapore , has cerebral palsy, caused by a brain injury during birth.
As his condition affects muscle control, motor skills and speech, Mr Ng grapples with daily challenges, particularly tasks that require fine motor skills, such as walking and writing. “But at the end of the two and a half years, I managed to make a few good friends through project work and classes.” “It was my first time travelling overseas with friends instead of my family, and it was so much fun,” Mr Ng said.Mr Ng Jun Kang and his friends exploring Seoul before embarking on their student exchange programme at Hanyang University. PHOTO: COURTESY OF NG JUN KANG
However, Mr Ng overcame these challenges through diligent practice, and also with the help of understanding professors who were mindful of his difficulties with articulation.He said his attention to detail was crucial in his course, so he chose to delve deeper into understanding the content rather than just preparing for exams. “I think by doing that, it helped me to understand the subject more.”
He had found some polytechnic modules challenging, especially those that required him to use his hands to move small electronic parts.“I think that made me realise my limitations – that I can’t touch the sky. I had to adjust my expectations accordingly,” he said, adding that this influenced his decision to pursue a field more suited to his abilities.
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NUS student with cerebral palsy graduates with honoursA trip to Bali, an exchange programme in Korea, friendships that blossomed over the years in school. These are but a few highlights of a fulfilling university life, in which Mr Ng Jun Kang thrived despite the challenges of cerebral palsy. The 26-year-old, who studied...
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