Guidance and resources for further education
As you near the end of your studies at NP, you may be considering embarking on further studies. With such a wide spread of information – made even more complex if you are thinking about studying overseas – we’ve put together this page to help you explore your options.
Check out the further studies options related to your diploma of study
Explore further studies options related to your diploma of study to help you decide on your choice of university courses.
- Diploma in Accountancy (ACC)
- Diploma in Banking & Finance (BF)
- Diploma in Business Studies (BS)
- Diploma in International Trade & Business (ITB)
- Diploma in Tourism & Resort Management (TRM)
- Diploma in Design (DES)
- Diploma in Hotel & Leisure Facilities Management (HLFM)
- Diploma in Real Estate Business (REB)
- Diploma in Aerospace Engineering (AEG)
- Diploma in Biomedical Engineering (BME)
- Diploma in Electrical Engineering (EE)
- Diploma in Electronic & Computer Engineering (ECE)
- Diploma in Engineering Science (ES)
- Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (ME)
- Diploma in Mechatronics & Robotics (MR)
- Diploma in Offshore & Sustainable Engineering (OSE)
- Diploma in Film, Sound & Video (FSV)
- Diploma in Mass Communication (MCM)
- Diploma in Media Post-Production (MPP)
- Diploma in Nursing (NSG)
- Diploma in Optometry (OPT)
- Diploma in Arts Business Management (ABM)
- Diploma in Chinese Media & Communication (CMC)
- Diploma in Chinese Studies (CHS)
- Diploma in Early Childhood Development & Education (ECDE)
- Diploma in Psychology & Community Development (PCD)
- Diploma in Tamil Studies with Early Education (TSE)
- Diploma in Cybersecurity & Digital Forensics (CSF)
- Diploma in Data Science (DS)
- Diploma in Immersive Media (IM)
- Diploma in Information Technology (IT)
- Diploma in Biomedical Science (BMS)
- Diploma in Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering (CBE)
- Diploma in Environmental & Water Technology (EWT)
- Diploma in Landscape Design & Horticulture (LDH)
- Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science (PHARM)
Thinking of attending a local university? Here’s how to apply as a Year 3 student:
You don’t have to wait until you finish your Year 3 studies before you apply for a local university place. You can apply during the universities’ admission periods and submit your results for the five semesters you have already completed. Once you get your final semester results, you can simply submit these as an addition to your application.
Here are the local universities you can apply to, their application periods (for full-time programmes) and helpful links for you to find out more:
20 Dec - 7 Feb
Website: https://nus.edu.sg/oam/admissions/polytechnic-diploma-from-singapore/admission-requirements
Enquiry: http://www.askadmissions.nus.edu.sg/app/answers/list
1 Feb - 21 Feb
Website: https://www.ntu.edu.sg/admissions/undergraduate/admission-guide
Enquiry: https://www.ntu.edu.sg/admissions/undergraduate/contact-us
Mid Jan - 19 Mar
Website: https://www.singaporetech.edu.sg/admissions
Enquiry: https://www.singaporetech.edu.sg/contact-us
19 Nov - 19 Mar
Website: https://www.suss.edu.sg/
Enquiry: https://www.suss.edu.sg/contact-us
2 Jan - 28 Feb
Website: https://sutd.edu.sg/Admissions/Undergraduate/Application
Email: admissions@sutd.edu.sg
2 Oct - 31 Mar
Website: https://uas.edu.sg/admissions
Enquiry: admissions@uas.edu.sg
Is your application to your local university of choice likely to be successful?
The Indicative Grade Profile (IGP) serves as a guide for you to know the GPA required when applying for admission into NUS, NTU and SMU. This helps you to understand your chances of gaining admission to these local universities. Please bear in mind that the IGP will differ each year as it depends on the quality of applicants for the individual year.
Do you qualify for module exemptions at local universities?
Your results will be considered on a case-by-case basis but, generally, if you graduate with good polytechnic diploma results, you should be eligible for advanced standing and may be granted some exemptions.
- NUS – https://nus.edu.sg/oam/admissions/polytechnic-diploma-from-singapore/apc
- NTU – Refer to respective schools’ admission webpage
- SMU – https://admissions.smu.edu.sg/exemptions-calculator
- SUTD – NIL (https://www.sutd.edu.sg/Admissions/Undergraduate/FAQs)
- SIT – Please Contact Admissions (https://www.singaporetech.edu.sg/contact-us)
- SUSS – https://www.suss.edu.sg/full-time-undergraduate/admissions/pre-qualifications/credit-waivers-credit-recognitions
Considering a private institution to further your studies instead?
Private Education Institutions (PEIs)
As part of strengthening Singapore's position as a global education hub, the Council for Private Education (CPE) was established to regulate the private education sector. The CPE assesses private education institutions for registration and EduTrust certification. If you are planning to apply to a private institution, start by visiting the CPE website, where you can view a list of certified PEIs.
Before you submit your application, you are strongly encouraged to find out more about:
- the background of the PEI
- the quality and detailed syllabus of the courses offered
- the accreditation of their degree programmes by recognised professional boards
- the credentials of the teaching staff, the employability of their graduates
- the credit exemptions (advanced standing, if any)
- the number of years required to complete the programme
- the availability of financial assistance or scholarships, and
- the facilities available on campus (e.g. library and research resources).
Overseas Studies Guides and Resources
To help you conduct your research, we have put together a list of guides and resources for the most common overseas study destinations.
Do you qualify for a university scholarship?
Click here to find out more about local and overseas scholarships, their application periods (where relevant), as well as other useful information.
Scholarships Guide
Work Study Programmes
The SkillsFuture Work-Study Programmes (WSP) offer various work-study opportunities to allow you to get a head-start in your career that is related to your discipline of study with the opportunity to build on your knowledge and skills:
- NP CET Academy’s Skillsfuture Work Study Programme
- NP CET’s Academy’s Short Courses or SkillsFuture Course
- Skillsfuture Work Study Post Diploma Programme
- Skillsfuture Work Study Degree Programme
Get professionally registered
Depending on your field of study, you will be able to register with a relevant professional body in Singapore to enhance your credentials after furthering your studies and/or gaining direct work experience:
https://www.acra.gov.sg/how-to-guides/registering-guide
https://www.peb.gov.sg/Downloads/PE%20(Approved%20Qualifications)%20Notification%202009.pdf
https://www.moh.gov.sg/hpp/all-healthcare-professionals/career-practice
Allied Health Professional Council
https://www.healthprofessionals.gov.sg/ahpc
http://www.healthprofessionals.gov.sg/spc
http://www.sisv.org.sg
http://www.snb.gov.sg/
https://www.healthprofessionals.gov.sg/oob
Have more questions on further studies?
Office of Immersion & Careers
Block 27, #01-18
535 Clementi Road Singapore 599489