List of Universities in SINGAPORE
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AEC College |
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New York University Tisch School of the Arts Asia |
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Asia Pacific School of Business (APSB) |
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Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS) |
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Curtin Singapore |
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PSB Academy |
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East Asia Institute of Management (EASB) |
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Raffles Institute of Design |
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ERC Institute |
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SI Centre For Business & Emerging Technologies |
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European Business School |
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Singapore Accountancy Academy (SAA) |
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First Media Design School |
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Singapore Institute of Management |
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Informatics |
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Singapore Institute of Management (SIM) |
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James Cook University |
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SHRM College |
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KLC School of Education Pte Ltd |
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Tourism Management Institute of Singapore (TMIS) |
ABOUT SINGAPORE
Singapore was founded as a British trading colony in 1819. Singapore joined the Malaysian Federation in 1963 but separated two years later and became independent.
Singapore subsequently became one of the world's most prosperous countries with strong international trading links (its port is one of the world's busiest in terms of tonnage handled) and with per capita GDP equal to that of the leading nations of Western Europe.
STUDY IN SINGAPORE
Singapore is an island city-state with a diverse cultural and linguistic heritage and a thriving modern economy. Singapore is a center of global commerce and trade, with one of the world's most business-friendly economies. With limited natural resources, the success of Singapore is based on its population's entrepreneurial capabilities and drives to succeed. In 2005, Singapore was host to over 70,000 international students. One of the most important reasons to study in Singapore is that the Singaporean Government is committed to see international education grow, and by 2015 plans to attract 150,000 students.
About universities and colleges in Singapore
Singapore has several different levels of higher education: institutes of technical education, polytechnics, universities and private institutions.
Study in Institute of Technical Education, Singapore
The Institute of Technical Education (ITE), Singapore provides two-year courses which lead to a National ITE Certificate. There are three ITE colleges in the country with 12 different locations. Courses offered include business studies, engineering, communications and technology as well as beauty and wellness, creative media and hospitality.
Study in Polytechnics, Singapore
Polytechnics in Singapore provide three-year diploma courses, which can lead to university studies. There are five polytechnics in Singapore:
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Nanyang Polytechnic |
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Ngee Ann Polytechnic |
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Republic Polytechnic |
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Singapore Polytechnic |
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Temasek Polytechnic |
Universities in Singapore
Singapore has three local universities: two are publicly funded and one is private. Nanyang Technological University and National University of Singapore are public universities and have over 20,000 students, offering undergraduate and postgraduate degrees and established research facilities. Singapore Management University is a publicly funded private university whose curriculum focuses on business and management courses.
There are also a number of universities from Australia, the US, Canada and Europe who have established satellite campuses in the country or partnerships with local universities. These campuses or partnerships offer students from both Singapore and the region to follow an international course at a fraction of the cost of moving further away to a country with a higher cost of living.
Private institutions and colleges
Finally, there are numerous private institutions which operate autonomously and include two arts institutions and more than 300 private commercial, IT, fine arts and language schools. Two quality-assurance bodies in Singapore ensure that private institutions meet student welfare and regulatory standards: the CaseTrust for Education and Singapore Quality Class for Private Education Organizations (SQC-PEO).
Intakes for study in Singapore
Singapore has rolling intakes so you could choose to study in Singapore at a time of your choice.
Apart from the English test, the students must have also received their letter of acceptance from the university where they wish to pursue their course of study.
The international and overseas students should ensure that their visa application reaches the ICA at least 2 months before the date of commencement of the course.
Except for applications to certain local polytechnics and to the universities in Singapore, an overseas student needs a local sponsor who is a citizen of Singapore or a Singapore PR above the age of 21 so that he can apply for a student pass.
Normally, it takes four weeks or more to complete the visa processing stage.
All applications must be submitted online through SOLAR at least a month before the intended start day but not more than two months before.
Additional consular information can be obtained from High Commission of Singapore and the Singapore Immigration and Checkpoints Authority.
To study in Singapore, you will incur two main costs: tuition and living expenses.
Tuition costs to study in Singapore
Institute of Technical Education, Singapore
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Higher Nitec SGD 2000 a year / Nitec SGD 1200 a year |
University and Polytechnic Institutions, Singapore
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Tuition per year |
Ministry of Education Tuition Grant |
Direct Payment (tuition fee payable) |
| Non-lab based |
SGD 20,420 - 21, 950 |
SGD 13,700 |
SGD 6,720 - 8,250 |
| Lab-based |
SGD 22,420 |
SGD 15,700 |
SGD 19,270 |
| Dentistry/Medicine |
SGD 83,870 |
SGD 64,600 |
SGD 19,270 |
| Music |
SGD 40,330 |
SGD 32,000 |
SGD 8,330 |
Accommodation in SingaporeSingapore has one of the highest standards of living in Asia, yet compared to western countries, it has very reasonable cost of living. International students spend on average SGD 750 to 2000 a month, with the largest variable being accommodation costs.There are a number of accommodation options including public Housing Development Board flats, private houses, and private and public hostels.Useful websites for study in Singapore:Singapore education www.singaporeedu.gov.sgMinistry of Education, Singapore www.moe.gov.sg
