Why Study in Singapore?

The cost of studying and living in Singapore varies depending on your lifestyle. On average, tuition fees can range from SGD 11,000 to SGD 35,000 per year for both bachelor’s and master’s courses.

For bachelor’s programs, most courses are 3 years long. Honors programs can take 4 years. Some private and foreign universities offer fast-track degrees, which take around 2 or 2.5 years, but the longer programs are recommended for better industry preparation. 

Master’s programs in Singapore usually take 1 to 2 years to complete. You can find programs lasting 15 months, 18 months, or even 10 months.

As of June 2021, Singapore has around 5.45 million people, including 1.45 million non-residents, which includes international students. There are approximately 50,000 or more international students in Singapore, and this number has likely increased significantly since 2012.

For undergraduate programs, you’ll need strong academic scores, a compelling Statement of Purpose (SOP), an outstanding CV, competitive exam scores, and other relevant documents.

For postgraduate programs, requirements vary by course. Some may require GRE/GMAT/SAT scores, while others may need a relevant bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 55% or above. English proficiency may not be required for all institutions.

Government universities like NUS, NTU, and SMU offer two intakes: August and January for both full-time and part-time courses.

Private institutions like SIM, PSB, MDIS, and foreign leading university campuses have intakes every quarter. Curtin Singapore offers intakes in February, July, and November. Some institutions have monthly intakes for programs like Hospitality & Tourism.

Indian students in Singapore often choose courses in Information Technology, Hospitality & Tourism, Banking & Finance, Supply Chain & Logistics, Art & Design, Construction, and Electronics & Telecommunications. Business-related programs are also in high demand.

To work in Singapore after studies, you need a work visa. If you find employment, your employer can sponsor an Employment Pass. Technicians or specialists can be sponsored for an S Pass.

Government universities and polytechnics allow international students to work part-time for up to 16 hours per week, but you must get approval from your university. You can also work during term vacations with the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority’s Student Pass. Make sure your institution is on the approved list.

There are scholarships available for Indian students at both government and private universities. Government universities may offer partial funding from the Ministry of Education (MOE) or scholarships based on academic records. Private universities typically offer scholarships based on academic performance.

Yes, some universities in Singapore accept year gaps, especially if you have relevant work experience, which is often prioritized over a year gap without work experience.

Studying at satellite campuses in Singapore offers advantages like affordable fees, identical degrees, equal opportunities, exposure, networking, and the option to transfer or do an exchange semester at the parent campus.