Online Degrees in Singapore

The Republic of Singapore is only 725.1 km² making it one of the smallest countries in Asia, and the world. In an attempt to increase it’s total area, the country has undergone extensive land reclamation to add an additional 130 km² of to its original 581.5 km² land, almost a 23% increase in its size. A popular origin of the country’s name has its roots in the Sanskrit Siṃhapura, meaning Lion Town, a nod to which is found in one of its most famous landmarks, the Singapore Merlion. Due to its size, the country has very limited natural water sources of its own and purchases water from its neighbour Malaysia, supplemented by urban rainwater catchment, desalination and reclaimed water. One of the global economic powerhouses in Asia, Singapore is consistently ranked as one of the least corrupt countries in the world.