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Those
who are academically inclined and have the necessary GCE 'O' level
qualifications may apply for pre-university education at the junior
colleges, centralised institutes and pre-university centres. This
course of studies leads to the GCE 'A' level examination. Admission
to the universities will depend on performance at this examination. |
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Polytechnics
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Singapore's
polytechnics are recognised as providers of quality para-professional
education, distinguished by a combination of practical hands-on
training, overseas/local industry attachments, and research and
development work. |
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The
polytechnics have close links with industries to prepare students
for the workplace. The 4 polytechnics in Singapore offer a wide
variety of courses that are internationally accepted for admission
into universities.
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Universities
(ages 19 and above)
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Singapore presents various options for higher learning. |
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National
University of Singapore
The
National University of Singapore (NUS), Singapore's oldest university,
has succeeded in establishing high standards in teaching and research.
NUS has 8 faculties which include, Architecture and Building,
Arts and Social Sciences, Business Administration, Dentistry,
Engineering, Law, Medicine, and Science. Its 4 postgraduate schools
include, Business, Dental Studies, Engineering and Medical Studies.
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Nanyang
Technological University of Singapore
The
Nanyang Technological University (NTU) was established in 1991.
Its primary function is providing facilities for tertiary education
and research in various branches of engineering and technology.
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Singapore
Management University (SMU)
The
Singapore Management University (SMU) a new private university
established and funded by the government, will be the primary
institution running business management and related programmes
in Singapore for the region and beyond.
SMU
aims to provide its students with specialised knowledge and skills
that will empower them to excel in work and life.
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National
Institute of Education (NIE)
The
National Institute of Education (NIE) which is part of NTU, offers
a four-year teacher training degree programme.
As
the sole teacher training institute in Singapore, the NIE aims
to be a world-class institute, known for excellence in teaching
education and research on Education, Physical Education and the
Arts and Sciences.
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Open
University Degree Programme
An
Open University Degree Programme with flexibility on place and
pace of learning will give working adults another option for the
pursuit of tertiary education. The Singapore Institute of Management
(SIM) offers this programme in collaboration with the Open University
in the United Kingdom.
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Other
Accredited Degree Courses & Private Schools
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Some
foreign universities offer accredited courses through local institutions
or distance learning/home study programmes through correspondence
schools. Some Singapore institutions also offer foreign degree
courses.
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Private
Schools
In line with Singapore's aim to attract world-class institutions
with strong industry linkages to set up centres of excellence in
education and research, there are many private academic and International
schools to give students a wide choice of institution. |
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There
are private academic schools conducting classes leading to Singapore-Cambridge
General Certificate of Education (GCE).
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These
private schools function very much like the mainstream schools
in that they follow the academic year, schooling hours, etc.
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Certain
schools also run part-time GCE classes in the evenings and on weekends. |
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All
private schools conduct their own admission/enrolment exercises.
Individual private schools have their own regulations on age limit
for enrolment into courses of study. |
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**
How sgSCHOOLS can HELP YOU **
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sg.SCHOOLS
can help you check with the schools concerned for details and
provide you with a listing of private schools according to categories
such as academic, commercial, computer education, fine arts, language,
tutorial, foreign system, Islamic religious, kindergartens and
special education schools.
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Also,
sg.SCHOOLS can help you verify that:
· the school is registered with the S'pore Ministry of Education
(MOE)
· the school has approval from the MOE to offer the course
· it is the right course for you
· you satisfy the eligibility/entry requirements (if any)
specified for the course/examination
· you are agreeable to the regulations, terms and conditions
stipulated by the school |
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