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Singapore Polytechnic Admissions 2025: Application Deadline, Requirements & Costs

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  • The Singapore Polytechnic application deadline for UG courses is closed, for international students.

Singapore Polytechnic Admission 2024

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Q:   How can I join Singapore Polytechnic?

A: 

The following procedures must be followed by international applicants to Singapore Polytechnic:
Verify the availability of the program: Before applying to any program, international students need to confirm that the programme is open and obtain the necessary paperwork.
Upload documents: Documents such as exam results, CCA records, academic transcripts, copies of passports, English language proficiency criteria, and resumes are required for international students' admission. The online admissions application is available for use by students.
Entrance Exam: Depending on the courses they have chosen, selected candidates may be required to take an admission exam.
Apply for a student pass: International students must e-enroll with Singapore's immigration and checkpoint authorities for a student pass after the results are made public within a month.

Q:   Does Singapore Polytechnic accept IELTS?

A: 

Singapore Polytechnic accepts IELTS along with the TOFLE score to judge the English language proficiency of international students. The required score for English language proficiency test is given below:

English language Test

Required Scores

IELTS

Minimum score of 6

TOFLE (IBT)

78

Q:   Is Singapore Polytechnic expensive for international students?

A: 

The estimated cost of living at Singapore Polytechnic for international students is given below:

Particulars

Monthly expenses

Rent per person

USD 500 (INR 41K)

Water, electricity, and gas

USD 100 (INR 8K)

Telecommunication and Internet

USD 100 (INR 8K)

Food

USD 400 (INR 33K)

Transport

USD 100 (INR 8K)

Books, stationery/materials

USD 50 (INR 4K)

Personal expense

USD 150 (INR 12K)

Total Estimate

USD 1400 (INR 1.2L)

(USD 1=INR 83.27)

Students can check: Cost of living in Singapore for Indian students

Q:   What are the Singapore Polytechnic fees for international students?

A: 

The Singapore Polytechnic fees for international students range between INR 15L and INR 16L. The Singapore Polytechnic tuition fee for popular programs is given below:

UG programs

Tuition Fees

Computer Engineering

INR 16.62L

Mechanical Engineering

INR 16.62L

Electrical & Electronics Engineering

INR 16.62L

Accountancy

INR 16.62L

Architecture

INR 16.62L

Business Administration

INR 16.62L

International Business

INR 15.49L

 

Q:   What are the Singapore Polytechnic course requirements?

A: 

The Singapore Polytechnic course requirements for most of the UG Diploma programs are given below:

  • Copy of passport
  • English language Requirements

English language Test

Required Scores

IELTS

Minimum score of 6

TOFLE (IBT)

78

  •  Academic results (Educational Certificate and transcripts)
  1. Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) - Year 10- Minimum 70% for English
  2. Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE) - Year 10- Minimum 70% for Mathematics and relevant subject
  3. Higher Secondary School Certificate (Year 12)- Minimum 70% for 2 other subject
  • CCA record (for GCE 'O' / IP / ITE qualification holders)
  • Maritime and Port Authority (MPA) of Singapore Sight Test results (for Diploma in Nautical Studies applicant)
  • Resume / Curriculum Vitae (for applicants with relevant work experience)

Singapore Polytechnic Admission 2024 FAQs

Q:   When does the Singapore Polytechnic application start for international students?

A: 

The Singapore Polytechnic application deadline for UG courses is Nov 3, 2024, for international students. Singapore Polytechnic is an open institute that focuses on training, research, and studies in the fields of Technology, Art, Science & Commerce. Some of the undergraduate programs at Singapore Polytechnic are Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Accountancy, Architecture, Business Administration, and International Business.

Q:   What are the eligibility criteria for UG courses at Singapore Polytechnic?

A: 

International students have to fulfill the following eligibility criteria for UG courses at Singapore Polytechnic:

Board

Requirement

Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) - Year 10

Minimum 70% for English

Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE) - Year 10

Minimum 70% for the relevant subject

Minimum 70% for Mathematics

Higher Secondary School Certificate (Year 12)

Minimum 70% for 2 other subjects

Q:   Does Singapore Polytechnic provide scholarships to international students?

A: 

Singapore Polytechnic provides various scholarships to international students. Some of the scholarship details are given below:

1. The SP Engineering Scholarship and SP Scholarship are awarded exclusively to students who demonstrate exceptional leadership skills and maintain high academic standing.
2. SP Arts and Sports Prize: Applications for this prize are open to students who have excelled academically as well as artistically and athletically.
3. SP Undergraduate Scholarship: In addition to their academic achievements, students who exhibit remarkable leadership qualities are awarded the SP Undergraduate Scholarship. The scholarship covers all of the costs of tuition plus a living allowance.
4. Additional scholarships and awards: The Sarojini Devi Scholarship, the A*STAR Science Award, the PUB Engineering Scholarship, the DSTA Scholarship, the American Concrete Institute - Singapore Chapter Scholarship, and more are among the scholarships and awards that Singapore Polytechnic offers.

Q:   Which is better for a Diploma in Computer Engineering, Temasek Polytechnic or Singapore Polytechnic?

A: 

If international students are looking for an affordable option Temasek Polytechnic provides a Diploma in Computer Engineering in 5.93 L whereas the tuition fee at Singapore Polytechnic is INR 16.62L. They both provide a 3-year Diploma program. At Temasek Polytechnic, faculty members instruct students in embedded and computer system hardware, software, and system integration
International students get a chance to participate in contests including the Microsoft Imagine Cup Competition and WorldSkills Singapore and collaborate on real-world projects.

At Singapore Polytechnic, international students get the opportunity to build concepts in programming, mathematics, operating systems, networking, smart devices, electrical engineering, and smart devices and gain practical expertise in computer networks and operations, security environments, mobile application development, and more.

Q:   What are the eligibility criteria and scope of doing Business administration at Singapore Polytechnic?

A: 

Singapore Polytechnic offers a three-year Diploma in Business Administration via Business School. It offers a range of specialisation options, including marketing management, finance and accounting, retail management, international business and trade, logistics and supply chain management, human resource management, and entrepreneurship. Through field visits, industry-collaborated projects, practical exercises, and abroad immersion programs, students are given engaging educational opportunities.

Q:   Is there computer Science at Singapore Polytechnic?

A: 

Singapore Polytechnic provides a 3-year UG programme in Computer Engineering for international students. The university's School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering department offers the course. To get into this degree, international students must pay INR 16.62L in tuition fees. Also, the TOEFL and IELTS scores are required to prove English language proficiency for admission to the SP Diploma in Computer Engineering.

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