The Diploma in Nursing (NSG) is a comprehensive course that prepares you to become a versatile healthcare professional. You will learn how to manage medical conditions and get trained to make critical decisions that impact lives.
With nine different postings in government and private healthcare settings, you will gain real-world experience for a career head start. Interested in further studies? These hands-on experiences will help you choose your specialisation.
Your diploma will open doors for you to pursue degrees in various fields at top universities, both locally and abroad.
For example, 11 NSG graduates have been admitted to the prestigious Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine at the National University of Singapore (NUS) since 2022. In addition, many nursing graduates have been accepted directly into the second year of the nursing degree programme at NUS. Our graduates have also pursued degrees in arts, social sciences, psychology, law, biological and life sciences, and more.
You can also gain admission to the Bachelor of Science (Nursing) with Honours programme, jointly offered by the Singapore Institute of Technology and University of Glasgow. Co-created and designed with inputs from the industry and the Ministry of Health, the programme is accredited by the Singapore Nursing Board.
As a professional nurse, you can advance your skills in a specialised field through an Advanced Diploma in fields such as Perioperative Nursing, Critical Care Nursing and Palliative Care Nursing.
Jolene Tan,
Nursing graduate, Class of 2023
Pursuing Medicine at the NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine.
Jolene had a rich and rewarding learning experience in NP. She fondly recalls the multitude of learning opportunities and platforms provided by NP, including Personalised Learning Pathway (PLP) and exchange programs. The internship experience has allowed her to gain valuable insights and exposure to Singapore’s healthcare landscape. Jolene deeply treasures the skills and knowledge she acquired during her nursing studies, realising the solid foundation that nursing had provided for her future pursuit of medicine.
Sin Hui Yi,
Nursing graduate, Class of 2023
Pursuing Nursing at the NUS Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies.
Hui Yi's journey at NP was deeply fulfilling, providing a strong foundation for her pursuit of a Bachelor of Science (Nursing) degree at NUS. The hands-on experience and learning opportunities at NP equipped her with essential skills, while the mentorship of her lecturers fostered her growth. A recipient of the SingHealth Gold Medal & Prize in 2023, Hui Yi is set to carry these invaluable lessons into her nursing career.
Upon graduation, become a Singapore Nursing Board-registered nurse to practise in both government and private healthcare settings.
Kristopher Chow
Nursing graduate, Class of 2013
Senior Staff Nurse National Heart Centre
Kristopher, a Nursing alumnus from the Class of 2013, achieved notable honours as a Silver Medallist and Tay Eng Soon Medallist. He further distinguished himself as the NUS Valedictorian in 2019. After graduating from NP, he returned in 2023 to pursue an Advanced Diploma in Critical Care Nursing (CCN), sponsored by the National Heart Centre (NHC). Kristopher currently serves as a senior staff nurse in interventional cardiology at NHC, making a significant impact in patient care.
Amanda Lim
Optometry graduate, Class of 2016
Senior Staff Nurse Woodlands Health
NP Optometry graduate Amanda’s love for the medical side of healthcare prompted her to switch from allied health to nursing. She topped her cohort in NUS and won several top awards, including the Lee Kuan Yew Gold Medal, Lilly Medal & Prize in Pharmacology, Singapore Nurses Association Medal and Prize in Nursing. Amanda is currently a senior staff nurse in the emergency department at Woodlands Health.
AGGREGATE TYPE ELR2B2-C
To be eligible for consideration, candidates must have the following GCE ‘O’ Level examination (or equivalent) results.
| Subject | 'O' Level Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language | 1-7 |
| Additional Mathematics/Mathematics | 1-6 |
| Any one of the following subjects: Biology Biotechnology Chemistry Food & Nutrition / Nutrition & Food Science Physics Science (Chemistry, Biology) Science (Physics, Biology) Science (Physics, Chemistry) | 1-6 |
Applicants must also fulfil the aggregate computation requirements for the ELR2B2-C Aggregate Type (English Language, 2 relevant subjects and 2 other best subjects) listed at www.np.edu.sg/docs/ELR2B2.pdf.
Before applying, please review your fitness eligibility through the Pre-Admission Medical Examination, which covers vaccination requirements and the Fitness to Practice Advisory. This helps ensure all students are ready to provide safe, effective care. If you have a health condition that may affect your mental, cognitive, physical, auditory, or visual abilities and could impact your ability to perform patient care safely and effectively, please contact us at contact_HS@np.edu.sg for further guidance and assistance.