The comparative Asian Studies (CAS) PhD Programme welcomed its first batch of students in Semester 1 of Academic Year 2014/2015. The cohort consists of students from East, South and Southeast Asia who come to FASS with an interest in pursuing research topics that are situated in at least two area-studies regions/cultural zones. CAS students benefit from specially tailored modules (open to all FASS graduate students), language training, and the opportunity to work with members of FASS’s robust Asian Studies community. The programme also launched a new website in December 2014. The revamped website features programme information and profiles of students and participating FASS faculty members.