Giving you that something xtra
- Broad-based training that integrates electrical, computer and electronic engineering
- Specialisation options in Power Engineering, Solar Technology, Engineering Management and Electronics
- Local and overseas internships with leading companies like ST Aerospace, ST Electronics and Power Grid Ltd
- One of the most flexible diplomas that is in high demand – opening doors to wide career choices in industries such as electrical, aerospace, media, high-tech manufacturing and integrated resorts
- Eligibility for an Electrical Technician Licence, which is issued by the Energy Market Authority
- A business management minor that equips you with management and entrepreneurship skills, and widens your career path - NEW!
About the Diploma
Are you awed by how Changi Airport operates like clockwork 365 days – with lights, changing information displays and massive security systems all powered up? Then the power-packed Diploma in Electrical Engineering (EE) will be the course for you. This highly flexible diploma will also plug you into a wide range of professions. You will learn to manage modern power systems, as well as sophisticated electronic and computer systems. With electrical engineering forming the backbone technology of diverse industries like electricity, electronic, aerospace, biomedical, communications, arts and entertainment, tourism and financial services, you have diverse career choices! In your final year, you can choose to work on a full-time design project or join a local or an overseas internship programme that will hone your skills, and cultivate an innovative and entrepreneurial spirit. To give you an added edge, you can opt for our new Business Management Minor. Delivered by Ngee Ann's School of Business & Accountancy – the most established polytechnic business school – the business Modules will equip you with knowledge and skills in entrepreneurship, management and marketing. A strong engineering foundation in electrical engineering and competency in business knowledge will stand you in good stead in your career and degree pursuits. Armed with skills that are well sought-after, you can be sure of a wide range of career options and exciting opportunities ahead!
Career Prospects
Upon graduation, you may apply for the Electrical Technician Licence, which is issued by the Energy Market Authority. This will be an asset when you start work in electrical contracting business, set up your own contracting business, or join a variety of industries such as electricity consultancy, aerospace, media, high-tech manufacturing, and world-class resorts. EE graduates enjoy one of the highest employment rates and starting salaries. Many have also risen to managerial positions or have become entrepreneurs.
Further Studies
EE graduates can enrol in top local and overseas universities. Your diploma will allow direct entry into the second year of related engineering courses at National University of Singapore and Nanyang Technological University. It is also recognised by Singapore Management University and will also enable you to apply for other degree programmes like business, accountancy, and arts and sciences.
You may also be granted credit exemptions or direct entry into the second or third year of study for related degrees by leading universities in Australia, Canada and the United Kingdom. These universities include the University of Manchester, Imperial College, University of Sheffield, University of New South Wales and Queensland University of Technology.
Besides engineering degrees, you are also eligible to apply for non-engineering degree courses. With our Business Management Minor, you will certainly have a head-start in applying for business-related degree courses.
Here are more details on the degree options and advanced standing at the universities - locally and overseas.
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Contact Us
Ms Chin Siet Choo
Electrical Engineering Division
Blk 23, Level 05-08
Tel: 6460 6774
Fax : 6467 6504
Email: csc2@np.edu.sg
Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Toll free: 1800-4607333 (admission to full-time courses)
General enquiries: 6466 6555
Fax: 6468 3207
Email: JoinNP@np.edu.sg
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