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Singapore is an educational powerhouse. With two universities ranked in the world’s top 50, this tiny country punches far above its weight. Although it is a multicultural country with four official languages, courses are often in English, making it more accessible to many international students.
Fees vary between universities, but international students can expect to pay around S$25,000 to S$29,000 for a bachelor’s degree.
The university entry requirements include:
- Good pass results in at least four A-level subjects
- Completed a General Paper or Knowledge and Inquiry
- Project work
Language requirements
Universities and other post-secondary institutes in Singapore teach in English. If you are applying for an undergraduate course, you must achieve a high score on an English proficiency test that covers the four skills of reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
Individual institutions can set their own requirements. For example, NUS allows students to apply after taking a range of different tests, including:
Singapore Polytechnic has slightly lower entry requirements. Students will need an overall 6.0 IELTS score or a minimum of 78 on TOEFL.
Can you work while studying in Singapore?
You can usually work in Singapore, if you hold a student’s pass. However, this only applies if you are a registered student at one of the government’s approved institutions. Students at private universities and specific other academies cannot work; clarify this with your school. There are no restrictions on the type of job, but during term time, international students can only work a maximum of 16 hours per week. They are free to work full-time during the school break.As international students lose their right to work in Singapore when they graduate, they must apply for a work permit to continue their career in the country.
Career prospects after graduation
Singaporean graduates are in high demand. Almost 94% find employment within six months of graduating. Students with degrees in dentistry, engineering, nursing, and business administration are among the most likely to be in full-time employment, and graduates with an honors degree are more employable than those with a bachelor’s degree.
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