Humanities

Explore how the Humanities department uses fieldwork and inquiry learning to help students appreciate the world around them and envision a better future.

Last updated 24 June 2026

Humanities

Our Team

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Department Introduction

The department aims to nurture positivity through the Appreciation and Comprehension of the dimensions in the Humanities to Envision for a better future.

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FRAMEWORK & APPROACH

The Humanities department infuses inquiry learning with fieldwork and learning journeys. Through the ACE framework, the department aims to nurture Yuhuans’ perspectives through:

Appreciation for the interconnected relationships between human and physical environment.
Comprehension of the past to understand the present.
Envisioning of the future using reasoned arguments.\

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Signature Programme(s)

Sec 2 Integrated Humanities Fieldwork:

In 2024, we have merged the Secondary 2 Integrated Humanities Fieldwork with Flourish Week. Through this fieldwork, designed using the Understanding by Design (UbD) model, students visit the Singapore River to answer the question, "How has the Singapore River evolved to meet the needs of a sustainable nation?" At the river, they are introduced to its heritage through engaging activities that immerse them in its sights, sounds, and smells, enhancing their appreciation and understanding of the river's rich history.

Sec 3 Integrated Humanities Fieldwork:

Sec 3 Students will also embark on a fieldwork project that ties in the topic of Governance (from Social Studies) and Climate Change (Geography Elective/Geography). This fieldwork project is also designed based on UbD. Students will collect weather data for a period of 1 to 2 months, share data across the cohort, carry out research and observe the climatic trend. In their groups, students will then present the data, confirm the hypothesis and produce artefacts.

Docents Programme

The Docents Programme, introduced in 2019, aims to nurture our students into confident leaders. Through this programme, students develop 21st-century skills through various activities. Some of the activities undertaken by the docents include webinars, presentations on contemporary issues, facilitation of learning journeys, and participation in Model United Nations. These experiences not only enhance their knowledge and skills but also prepare them to take on leadership roles in the future.