Unofficial NUS, NTU campus tours sold on booking platform, breaching universities' rules
A student who conducts these tours says he earns about S$40 an hour, more than what official student ambassadors make.
Unofficial campus tours of the National University of Singapore (NUS) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU) are being sold online without approval from the universities, according to CNA's investigation. These tours were found on the booking platform GetYourGuide, priced between S$63 (US$50) and S$300 (US$235) per person. Both universities denied involvement in the listings when contacted by CNA.
An NTU spokesperson stated that their campus is not marketed as a tourist destination and they only work with authorized tour operators. They are reviewing their options to address the unauthorized listings. Similarly, an NUS spokesperson said they do not engage, authorize, or endorse any third-party tour operators. They advised visitors to refer to the NUS Visitor Centre website for planning visits or engaging guides.
One unofficial tour guide at NTU, a PhD student from China, earns about S$40 an hour for leading up to four tours per week, which is more than what official student ambassadors make. He said the unofficial tours fill a gap, as NTU does not offer daily tours like NUS, despite regular visitor interest. NUS has implemented visitor management measures, making it illegal for students to market or conduct tours without a license. Those found violating these rules face disciplinary action and reporting to authorities.
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