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COURSES & ENTRY
REQUIREMENTS FOR GCE ‘O’
LEVEL

COURSES & ENTRY

21 REQUIREMENTS FOR GCE
‘N(A)’ LEVEL

SCHOLARSHIPS & FINANCIAL

26 ASSISTANCE

32 FEES

33 OUR TOP GRADUATES

 NYP MY 1ST CHOICE
Come join NYP and experience our unique teaching environment that allows you to
develop to your fullest potential. We have more than 40 full-time Diploma courses
covering various academic disciplines such as Built Environment, Business Management,
Chemical & Life Sciences, Design, Engineering, Information Technology, Interactive
Digital Media and Health Sciences, to suit your interest.

MAKE NYP YOUR 1ST CHOICE POLY TAKE A TOUR TO

On the day you receive your ‘O’ level results, you OUR ACADEMIC SCHOOLS TO
will have many choices to choose from. When • view our training facilities &
that time comes, we invite you to visit us at our environment
campus where we will be setting up a JAE (Joint
Admissions Exercise) Centre during the JAE • get to know our unique training
methods
application period.
Our lecturers and staff will be at the JAE Centre It is very important that you make
to provide you with advice and information on: the 12 choices carefully so as to
maximise your chances of getting
• courses you would like to pursue based on into a course of your choice.
your academic interest
• minimum entry requirements for courses
• course curriculum Come and visit us
• career prospects before you make
• opportunities for further education
• how to strategise your 12 choices in JAE those choices!

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COURSES & ENTRY
REQUIREMENTS FOR
GCE ‘O’ LEVEL
 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS (FOR GCE ‘O’ LEVEL)

To be eligible for consideration for admission, applicants must obtain 26 points or better for the
net ELR2B2 aggregate score (i.e. English Language, 2 relevant subjects and best 2 other subjects,
including CCA bonus points) and meet the minimum entry requirements for their course choices.

‘O’ LEVEL AGGREGATE SCORES COMPUTATION

ELR2B2 : FOR POLYTECHNIC COURSES
AGGREGATE TYPE ELR2B2 -A ELR2B2 -B ELR2B2 -C ELR2B2 -D
EL English
Art/Art & Design
Business Studies
Combined Humanities
Commerce
Commercial Studies
Economics
Geography
Higher Art
Higher Music
History
Humanities
(Social Studies,
Literature in English)
Humanities
(Social Studies,
Literature in Chinese)
Humanities
1st Group
(Social Studies, Elementary Mathematics
R2 of Relevant
Literature in Malay) Additional Mathematics
Subjects
Humanities
(Social Studies,
Literature in Tamil)
Humanities
(Social Studies, History)
Humanities
(Social
Studies,Geography)
Intro to Enterprise
Development
Literature in English
Literature in Chinese
Literature in Malay
Literature in Tamil
Media Studies (English)
Media Studies (Chinese)
Music

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 ENTRY REQUIREMENTS (FOR GCE ‘O’ LEVEL) (cont’d)
ELR2B2 : FOR POLYTECHNIC COURSES
AGGREGATE TYPE ELR2B2 -A ELR2B2 -B
Additional Mathematics
Art/Art & Design
Business Studies
Chinese
Combined Humanities
Commerce
Commercial Studies
Creative 3D Animation
Design & Technology
Design Studies
Economics
Elementary Mathematics
Food & Nutrition
Geography
Higher Art
Higher Chinese
Higher Malay
Higher Music
Higher Tamil
History
Humanities (Social Studies,
2nd Group of
Literature in English)
R2 Relevant
Humanities (Social Studies,
Subjects
Literature in Chinese)
Humanities (Social Studies,
Literature in Malay)
Humanities (Social Studies,
Literature in Tamil)
Humanities (Social Studies,
History)
Humanities (Social Studies,
Geography)
Intro to Enterprise
Development
Literature in English
Literature in Chinese
Literature in Malay
Literature in Tamil
Malay
Media Studies (English)
Media Studies (Chinese)
Music
Principles of Accounts
Tamil
B2
CCA BONUS POINTS
Bonus points are given in the computation of net aggregate scores as follows:
Types of Bonus Points
Excellent
Grades of A1-A2
Good
Grades of B3-C6
ELR2B2 -C ELR2B2 -D
Art / Art & Design Addn Combined Addn Combined
Business Studies Science Science
Combined Humanities Additional Science Additional Science
Commerce Biology Art / Art & Design
Commercial Studies Biotechnology Biology
Economics Chemistry Biotechnology
Geography Combined Science Chemistry
Higher Art Computing/Computer Combined Science
Higher Music Studies Computing/Computer
History Creative 3D Animation Studies
Humanities Design & Technology Creative 3D Animation
(Social Studies, Food & Nutrition Design & Technology
Literature in English) Electronics/ Design Studies
Humanities Fundamentals of Food & Nutrition
(Social Studies, Electronics Electronics/
Literature in Chinese) General Science Fundamentals of
Humanities Human & Social Biology Electronics
(Social Studies, Integrated Science General Science
Literature in Malay) Physics/Engineering Higher Art
Humanities Science Human & Social Biology
(Social Studies, Science (Chem, Bio) Integrated Science
Literature in Tamil) Science (Phy, Bio) Media Studies (English)
Humanities Science (Phy, Chem)/ Media Studies (Chinese)
(Social Studies, History) Physical Science Physics/Engineering
Humanities Science (Phy, Chem, Science
(Social Studies, Bio) Science (Chem, Bio)
Geography) Science (Phy, Bio)
Intro to Enterprise Science (Phy, Chem)/
Development Physical Science
Literature in English Science (Phy, Chem,
Literature in Chinese Bio)
Literature in Malay
Literature in Tamil
Media Studies (English)
Media Studies (Chinese)
Music
Principles of Accounts
Best 2 other subjects excluding CCA
No. of Bonus Points Awarded
2 points
1 point
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The JAE Form A will indicate the NYP diploma courses you are eligible to apply.
The
 JAE
 Form
 A
 will
 indicate
 the
 NYP
 diploma
 courses
 you
 are
 eligible
 to
 apply.
 
SAMPLE FORM A
Sample Form A

JAE  PIN  

Subject  and  
grade  based  on  
examination  
results  

Aggregate  types  
and  scores  

Course  codes  
beginning  with  
‘C’  are  NYP  
Courses  

 
 
 
 

 
 
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 SCHOOL OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

Diploma in: MINIMUM ENTRY GRADES

• Accountancy & Finance [C98] REQUIREMENTS
• Banking & Finance [C96]
• Business Management [C94] English Language 1–6
• Common Business Programme [C34] Mathematics (Elementary /
1–6
• Food & Beverage Business [C46] Additional)
• Hospitality & Tourism Management [C67] Any three other subjects 1–6
• Mass Media Management [C93]
• Sport & Wellness Management [C81] COURSE DURATION 3 Years

To be eligible for admission, you must also have

sat for one subject listed in the 2nd Group of
Relevant Subjects for the ELR2B2-B Aggregate
Type on page 4 & 5.

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SCHOOL OF CHEMICAL & LIFE SCIENCES

MINIMUM ENTRY GRADES Diploma in:

REQUIREMENTS • Biologics & Process Technology [C49]
English Language 1–7 • Chemical & Pharmaceutical Technology [C73]
• Food Science & Nutrition [C69]
Mathematics (Elementary / • Medicinal Chemistry [C45]
1–6
Additional) • Pharmaceutical Science [C65]
Any one of the following subjects
• Biology
• Biotechnology
• Chemistry
• Combined Science
• Food & Nutrition 1–6
• Physics/ Engineering Science
• Science (Physics, Biology)
• Science (Chemistry, Biology)
• Science (Physics, Chemistry)/
Physical Science
COURSE DURATION 3 Years

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 SCHOOL OF DESIGN

Diploma in:
• Industrial Design ④ [C83]
• Spatial Design ④ [C64]
• Visual Communication ④ [C63]

MINIMUM ENTRY GRADES

REQUIREMENTS
English Language 1–7
Mathematics
1–7
(Elementary / Additional)
Any two other subjects 1–6
COURSE DURATION 3 Years

To be eligible for admission, you must also have

sat for one subject listed in the 2nd Group of
Relevant Subjects for the ELR2B2-D Aggregate
Type on pages 4 & 5.

④ Applicants with severe colour vision deficiency may

encounter difficulties in some modules with high
reliance on colour usage. Such candidates may be
required to attend an interview to determine their
suitability for admission to the course.

Diploma in:
• Architecture [C38]

MINIMUM ENTRY GRADES

REQUIREMENTS
English Language 1–7
Mathematics
1–6
(Elementary / Additional)
Any two other subjects 1–6
COURSE DURATION 3 Years

To be eligible for admission to the Diploma in

Architecture, you must also have sat for one
subject listed in the 2nd Group of Relevant
Subjects for the ELR2B2-C Aggregate Type on
pages 4 & 5.

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 SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING

MINIMUM ENTRY GRADES Diploma in:

REQUIREMENTS • Aeronautical & Aerospace Technology⑤ [C51]
• Aerospace Systems & Management ⑤ [C52]
English Language 1–7 • Advanced & Digital Manufacturing [C62]
Mathematics {Previously known as Digital & Precision Engineering}
1–6
(Elementary / Additional) • Biomedical Engineering ① [C71]
Any one of the following subjects • Common Engineering Programme [C42]
• Biology • Electronic & Computer Engineering ① [C89]
• Biotechnology {Previously known as Electronic Systems}
• Chemistry • Engineering with Business [C41]
• Combined Science • Infocomm & Media Engineering ① [C75]
• Computing/Computer Studies {Previously known as Multimedia &
• Design & Technology Infocomm Technology}
1–6 • Nanotechnology & Materials Science ① [C50]
• Electronics/Fundamentals of
Electronics • Robotics & Mechatronics ① [C87]
• Physics/Engineering Science
• Science (Physics, Biology)
• Science (Chemistry, Biology)
① Applicants with colour appreciation deficiency
• Science (Physics, Chemistry)/
may encounter difficulties meeting the course
Physical Science requirements and expectations. Interested
COURSE DURATION 3 Years applicants with these conditions are highly
encouraged to contact Nanyang Polytechnic for
more information.
⑤ Applicants with colour appreciation deficiency,
hearing and other physical impairment may
encounter difficulties meeting the course
requirements and expectations. Interested
applicants with these conditions are highly
encouraged to contact Nanyang Polytechnic for
10 more information.
 SCHOOL OF HEALTH & SOCIAL SCIENCES
Diploma in:
• Nursing ② [C97] professions, all applicants have to pass a medical
• Oral Health Therapy ② ③ [C72]
MINIMUM ENTRY
REQUIREMENTS
English Language
Mathematics
(Elementary / Additional)
Any one of the following subjects
• Biology
• Biotechnology
• Chemistry
• Combined Science
• Food & Nutrition
• Human & Social Biology
• Physics /Engineering Science
• Science (Physics, Biology)
• Science (Chemistry, Biology)
• Science (Physics, Chemistry)/
Physical Science
COURSE DURATION
② Due to the special requirements of the healthcare
examination and be certified to have the following
abilities to perform patient care activities in a
safe and effective manner:
GRADES • Mental ability (interpersonal ability and
behavioural stability) to provide safe care
to populations, as well as safety to self, and
1–7 demonstrate self-control and behavioural
stability to function and adapt effectively and
sensitively in a dynamic role.
1–6
• Physical ability to move around in clinical
environment, walk/stand, bend, reach, lift,
climb, push and pull, carry objects and perform
complex sequences of hand eye coordination.
• Auditory ability to hear faint body sounds,
auditory alarms and normal speaking level
sounds (i.e. blood pressure sounds, monitors,
call bells and person-to-person report).
1–6
• Visual ability to detect changes in physical
appearance, colour and contour, read
medication labels, syringes, manometers, and
written communication accurately.
③ Candidates will have to take and pass a manual
dexterity test (MDT) as the MDT is required
under industry standards to assess the
3 Years candidate’s fine motor skills crucial for handling
of specialized instruments for effective and safe
delivery of dental treatment.
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 SCHOOL OF HEALTH & SOCIAL SCIENCES (cont’d)

Diploma in:
• Social Sciences (Social Work) [C47]

MINIMUM ENTRY GRADES

REQUIREMENTS
English Language 1–6
Mathematics
1–7
(Elementary / Additional)
Any three other subjects 1–6
COURSE DURATION 3 Years

To be eligible for admission, you must also have

sat for one subject listed in the 1st Group of
Relevant Subjects and another different subject
listed in the 2nd Group of Relevant Subjects for
the ELR2B2-A Aggregate Type on pages 4 & 5.

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SCHOOL OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

MINIMUM ENTRY GRADES Diploma in:

REQUIREMENTS • Business Intelligence & Analytics [C43]
English Language 1–7 • Business & Financial Technology [C35]
• Cybersecurity & Digital Forensics [C54]
Mathematics
1–6 • Common ICT Programme [C36]
(Elementary / Additional)
• Infocomm & Security [C80]
Any two other subjects 1–6 • Information Technology [C85]
COURSE DURATION 3 Years

To be eligible for admission, you must also have

sat for one subject listed in the 2nd Group of
Relevant Subjects for the ELR2B2-C Aggregate
Type on pages 4 & 5.

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 SCHOOL OF INTERACTIVE & DIGITAL MEDIA

Diploma in:
• Game Development & Technology [C70]

MINIMUM ENTRY GRADES

REQUIREMENTS
English Language 1–7
Mathematics
1–6
(Elementary / Additional)
Any two other subjects 1–6
COURSE DURATION 3 Years

To be eligible for admission, you must also have

sat for one subject listed in the 2nd Group of
Relevant Subjects for the ELR2B2-C Aggregate
Type on pages 4 & 5.

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 SCHOOL OF INTERACTIVE & DIGITAL MEDIA (cont’d)

Diploma in: MINIMUM ENTRY GRADES

• Animation & Visual Effects ④ [C33] REQUIREMENTS
{New Course, formed from the merger of
Animation and Digital Visual Effects} English Language 1–7
• Digital Game Art & Design ④ [C60] Mathematics
1–7
• Interaction Design ④ [C59] (Elementary / Additional)
• Motion Graphics Design ④ [C66] Any two other subjects 1–6
{Previously known as Motion Graphics &
Broadcast Design} COURSE DURATION 3 Years

④ Applicants with severe colour vision deficiency

may encounter difficulties in some modules with
high reliance on colour usage. Such candidates
may be required to attend an interview to
determine their suitability for admission to the
course. For more information please check with
Nanyang Polytechnic.
To be eligible for admission, you must also have
sat for one subject listed in the 2nd Group of
Relevant Subjects for the ELR2B2-D Aggregate
Type on page 4 & 5.

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 2019 JAE ELR2B2

The “2019 JAE ELR2B2” in the table below shows the range of net ELR2B2 aggregate
of students who were admitted to these courses through the 2019 Joint Admissions
Exercise (JAE). These range of aggregate scores are meant as a reference for
applicants applying to these courses, and do not constitute the admission scores for
subsequent admission exercises.

AGGREGATE Range of Net ELR2B2

COURSE NAME JAE CODE
TYPE for Previous (2019) JAE
Accountancy & Finance C98 ELR2B2-B 6 to 12
Aeronautical & Aerospace Technology C51 ELR2B2-C 6 to 15
Aerospace Systems & Management C52 ELR2B2-C 10 to 16
Animation & Visual Effects C33 ELR2B2-D -
Architecture C38 ELR2B2-C 10 to 17
Advanced & Digital Manufacturing C62 ELR2B2-C 14 to 23
Banking & Finance C96 ELR2B2-B 3 to 14
Biologics & Process Technology C49 ELR2B2-C 8 to 13
Biomedical Engineering C71 ELR2B2-C 11 to 14
Business & Financial Technology C35 ELR2B2-C 7 to 15
Business Intelligence & Analytics C43 ELR2B2-C 8 to 16
Business Management C94 ELR2B2-B 6 to 16
Chemical & Pharmaceutical Technology C73 ELR2B2-C 10 to 15
Common Business Programme C34 ELR2B2-B 7 to 17
Common Engineering Programme C42 ELR2B2-C 11 to 26
Common ICT Programme C36 ELR2B2-C 7 to 17
Cybersecurity & Digital Forensics C54 ELR2B2-C 4 to 7
Digital Game Art & Design C60 ELR2B2-D 7 to 14
Electronic & Computer Engineering C89 ELR2B2-C 15 to 23
Engineering With Business C41 ELR2B2-C 9 to 18
Food & Beverage Business C46 ELR2B2-B 4 to 16
Food Science & Nutrition C69 ELR2B2-C 7 to 13
Game Development & Technology C70 ELR2B2-C 5 to 14
Hospitality & Tourism Management C67 ELR2B2-B 8 to 14
Industrial Design C83 ELR2B2-D 7 to 19
Information Technology C85 ELR2B2-C 6 to 16

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 2019 JAE ELR2B2 (cont’d)

AGGREGATE Range of Net ELR2B2

COURSE NAME JAE CODE
TYPE for Previous (2019) JAE
Infocomm & Security C80 ELR2B2-C 9 to 18
Infocomm & Media Engineering C75 ELR2B2-C 13 to 26
Interaction Design C59 ELR2B2-D 15 to 19
Mass Media Management C93 ELR2B2-B 4 to 13
Medicinal Chemistry C45 ELR2B2-C 3 to 11
Motion Graphics Design C66 ELR2B2-D 7 to 17
Nanotechnology & Materials Science C50 ELR2B2-C 5 to 17
Nursing C97 ELR2B2-C 5 to 28
Oral Health Therapy C72 ELR2B2-C 8 to 12
Pharmaceutical Science C65 ELR2B2-C 4 to 11
Robotics & Mechatronics C87 ELR2B2-C 10 to 26
Social Sciences (Social Work) C47 ELR2B2-A 6 to 10
Spatial Design C64 ELR2B2-D 9 to 19
Sport & Wellness Management C81 ELR2B2-B 9 to 16
Visual Communication C63 ELR2B2-D 5 to 17

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 ADMISSION EXERCISES FOR GCE ‘O’ LEVEL
1. JOINT ADMISSIONS EXERCISE [JAE]
The Joint Admissions Exercise is open to:
• All Singapore Citizens (SC) or Singapore Permanent Residents (SPR) with valid Singapore-
Cambridge GCE ‘O’ Level Examinations results from any year.
• International students studying in a Government School, Government-Aided School or
Independent School in Singapore with valid 2019 Singapore-Cambridge GCE ‘O’ Level
Examination results.

Note:
• Successful DSA-JC (Direct School Admission-Junior College) or Early Admissions Exercise
[EAE] candidates will not be able to participate in the JAE.
• Candidates who are current JC, Millennia Institute or polytechnic students, or who were
previously admitted to a JC, MI or polytechnic will not be eligible for the institution in the same
category through JAE. (For e.g. if you are currently studying in a polytechnic or you have studied
in a polytechnic before, you will not be eligible for a polytechnic in the JAE).

APPLICATION PERIOD
The JAE will open for registration on the same day as the official announcement
of the 2019 Singapore-Cambridge GCE ‘O’ Level Examination results, for a
duration of five calendar days. The exact registration dates will be announced
in the media together with the announcement on the release of the GCE ‘O’
Level Examination results.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION
Applicants are required to submit their applications online through the MOE’s
JAE Internet System, using their SingPass / JAE PIN.

NOTIFICATION ON OUTCOME OF APPLICATION

Applicants will be notified by MOE of the outcome of their application about two
weeks after the JAE registration period. Thus, it is not necessary to contact the Joint
Admissions Board or the polytechnics prior to the release of the posting results.

JAE applicants may check their posting results through the following channels:
• JAE-IS at http://www.moe.gov.sg/admissions/joint-admissions-exercise
• Short Messaging System (SMS) via applicant’s mobile number (if a valid
Singapore mobile number is provided by applicants during the JAE application)

MOE’S HOTLINE
For more information, students may call the MOE Customer Service Centre
at 6872-2220 during office hours.
FAQs
Please refer to MOE’s website for more information:
http://www.moe.gov.sg/education/admissions/jae/faqs

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 ADMISSION EXERCISES FOR GCE ‘O’ LEVEL (cont’d)
2. EARLY ADMISSIONS EXERCISE [EAE]
EAE is open to:
• Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents who have registered to sit for the GCE ‘O’ Level
examinations in the year of the EAE; and
• International Students enrolled in Government, Government-aided and Independent Schools
during the year of the application, and who have registered to sit for the GCE O-Level Examination
in the year of the EAE.

For the EAE Exercise, the polytechnics will take into account students’ abilities, talents and
interests in the specific courses that they have applied for. Students with other outstanding
talents and achievements, such as in sport, arts, leadership, entrepreneurship and community
service, may also be considered.

APPLICATION PERIOD
The Early Admissions Exercise (EAE) will commence in June/July every year,
for admission into polytechnics the following year.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION
Online application through the EAE portal at https://eae.polytechnic.edu.sg.
Applicants can apply for a maximum of three courses from a single polytechnic,
across different polytechnics or any other combinations. Shortlisted applicants
will be invited to attend a selection interview.

NOTIFICATION OF OUTCOME OF APPLICATION

Applicants may retrieve posting results from the EAE website in mid-August
2019. Successful EAE applicants will receive only one offer regardless of the
number of polytechnics they have applied to.

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 ADMISSION EXERCISES FOR GCE ‘O’ LEVEL (cont’d)
3. DIRECT ADMISSIONS EXERCISE [DAE]

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION
• Online application via Nanyang Polytechnic’s website at http://www.nyp.edu.sg.
• Submission of duly-completed application printout and supporting
documents (photocopy of results, CCA records and NRIC) must reach the
polytechnic by the due date stipulated:
i@Central
Blk A, Level 1, Nanyang Polytechnic
180 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 8,
Singapore 569830.

NOTIFICATION OF OUTCOME OF APPLICATION

Applicants may retrieve their application outcome from Nanyang
Polytechnic’s DAE website in end March or early April 2020. Only successful
applicants will be notified by sms and email.

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COURSES & ENTRY
REQUIREMENTS FOR
GCE ‘N(A)’ LEVEL
 POLYTECHNIC FOUNDATION PROGRAMME (PFP)
ADMISSION EXERCISE

PFP is opened to:

• Students enrolled in government, government-aided and Independent Schools, and have sat for
the GCE ‘N’-Level examinations in 2019.

To be eligible to apply for the PFP, Secondary 4 Normal (Academic) students must obtain:
i. ELMAB3 (English, Math, Best 3 Subjects) raw aggregate score of 12 points or better (excluding
CCA bonus points) at the GCE ‘N’-Level examination; and
ii. the following subject-specific requirements:

FOR GROUP 1* COURSES MINIMUM REQUIRED GRADES

English Language Syllabus A 3
Mathematics (Syllabus A / Additional) 3
One of the following relevant subjects: 3
• Science (Physics, Chemistry)
• Science (Physics, Biology)
• Science (Chemistry, Biology)
• Food and Nutrition
• Design and Technology
Any two other subjects excluding CCA 3

FOR GROUP 2* COURSES MINIMUM REQUIRED GRADES

English Language Syllabus A 2
Mathematics (Syllabus A / Additional) 3
One of the following relevant subjects: 3
• Principles of Accounts
• Literature in English
• History
• Combined Humanities
• Geography
• Art
Any two other subjects excluding CCA 3

iii. Bonus points will be awarded for good CCA grades. These bonus points will be used in computing
the ELMAB3 net aggregate score for course posting within the PFP. CCA bonus points for the
PFP are computed as follows:

CCA GRADE BONUS POINTS

A1 - A2, Excellent 2
B3 - C6, Good 1

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 POLYTECHNIC FOUNDATION PROGRAMME (PFP)
ADMISSION EXERCISE (cont’d)

SECONDARY 4 NORMAL (ACADEMIC) STUDENTS WHO HAVE SAT FOR GCE ‘O’ LEVEL
EXAMS IN A FEW SUBJECTS.

The PFP is also available to Secondary 4 Normal (Academic) students who have sat for GCE ‘O’-
Level subjects. These students are allowed to combine their ‘N’ and ‘O’-Level examination results
to compute their eligibility. If a student takes the same subject at both ‘N’ and ‘O’ Levels, only the
better grade will be computed into his or her aggregate.

The following GCE ‘O’-Level Grade conversion matrix will be adopted during the computation of
aggregates.

‘O’ LEVEL GRADE AGGREGATE POINT FOR PFP

A1 - B3 1
B4 - C6 2
D7 3

‘O’-Level grades not listed above cannot be used to determine PFP eligibility (i.e. ‘O’-Level grades E8
and F9 do not count towards either the ELMAB3 aggregate score computation or in determining
if minimum entry requirements for the PFP course have been met).

APPLICATION PERIOD
The PFP Admission Exercise is conducted jointly by the five polytechnics. The
exercise will take place concurrently with JAE in January 2020.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION
Under the PFP Admission Exercise, applicants can apply for a maximum of five
courses. These applications can be submitted online via the PFP website at
https://pfp.polytechnic.edu.sg.

NOTIFICATION ON OUTCOME OF APPLICATION

Applicants may retrieve posting results from the PFP website in late January
2020. Successful PFP applicants will receive only one offer regardless of the
number of courses they have applied to.

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 POLYTECHNIC FOUNDATION PROGRAMME (PFP)
ADMISSION EXERCISE (cont’d)

PFP COURSES

GROUP 1
SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING
• Aeronautical & Aerospace Technology - C51
• Aerospace Systems & Management - C52
• Biomedical Engineering - C71
• Common Engineering Programme - C42
• Advanced & Digital Manufacturing - C62
• Electronic & Computer Engineering - C89
• Engineering with Business - C41
• Infocomm & Media Engineering - C75
• Nanotechnology & Materials Science - C50
• Robotics & Mechatronics - C87
SCHOOL OF CHEMICAL & LIFE SCIENCES
• Biologics & Process Technology - C49
• Chemical & Pharmaceutical Technology - C73
• Food Science & Nutrition - C69
• Medicinal Chemistry - C45
• Pharmaceutical Science - C65
GROUP 2
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
• Accountancy & Finance - C98
• Banking & Finance - C96
• Business Management - C94
• Common Business Programme - C34
• Food & Beverage Business - C46
• Hospitality & Tourism Management - C67
• Mass Media Management - C93
• Sport & Wellness Management - C81
SCHOOL OF HEALTH & SOCIAL SCIENCES
• Social Sciences (Social Work) - C47

SCHOOL OF HEALTH & SOCIAL SCIENCES

• Oral Health Therapy - C72
• Nursing - C97

SCHOOL OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

• Business & Financial Technology - C35
• Business Intelligence & Analytics - C43
• Common ICT Programme - C36
• Cybersecurity & Digital Forensics - C54
• Infocomm & Security - C80
• Information Technology - C85

SCHOOL OF DESIGN
• Industrial Design - C83
• Spatial Design - C64
• Architecture - C38
• Visual Communication - C63

SCHOOL OF INTERACTIVE & DIGITAL MEDIA

• Animation & Visual Effects - C33 {New}
• Digital Game Art & Design - C60
• Game Development & Technology - C70
• Interaction Design - C59
• Motion Graphics Design - C66

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 POLYTECHNIC FOUNDATION PROGRAMME (PFP)
ADMISSION EXERCISE (cont’d)

Notes:
1. Applicants with colour appreciation deficiency may encounter difficulties in meeting the
requirements and expectations of the following courses. Interested applicants with these
conditions are highly encouraged to contact Nanyang Polytechnic for more information:
• Common Engineering Programme
• Diploma in Electronic & Computer Engineering
• Diploma in Infocomm & Media Engineering
• Diploma in Robotics & Mechatronics
• Diploma in Biomedical Engineering
• Diploma in Nanotechnology & Materials Science

2. Applicants with colour appreciation deficiency, hearing and other physical impairment may
encounter difficulties in meeting the requirements and expectations of the following courses.
Interested applicants with these conditions are highly encouraged to contact Nanyang
Polytechnic for more information:
• Diploma in Aerospace Systems & Management
• Diploma in Aeronautical & Aerospace Technology

3. Due to the special requirements of the healthcare professions, all applicants for the Diploma in
Nursing and Diploma in Oral Health Therapy have to pass a medical examination and be certified
to have the following abilities to perform patient care activities in a safe and effective manner:
• Mental ability (interpersonal ability and behavioural stability) to provide safe care to populations,
as well as safety to self, and demonstrate self-control and behavioural stability to function
and adapt effectively and sensitively in a dynamic role.
• Physical ability to move around in clinical environment, walk/stand, bend, reach, lift, climb,
push and pull, carry objects and perform complex sequences of hand- eye coordination.
• Auditory ability to hear faint body sounds, auditory alarms and normal speaking level sounds
(i.e. blood pressure sounds, monitors, call bells and person-to-person report).
• Visual ability to detect changes in physical appearance, colour and contour, read medication
labels, syringes, manometers, and written communication accurately.

4. Candidates posted to the Diploma in Oral Health Therapy will have to take and pass a manual
dexterity test (MDT) as the MDT is required under industry standards to assess the candidate’s
fine motor skills crucial for handling of specialised instruments for effective and safe delivery of
dental treatment.

5. Applicants with severe colour vision deficiency may encounter difficulties in some modules with
high reliance on colour usage. Such candidates may be required to attend an interview to
determine their suitability for admission to the following courses.
• Diploma in Animation & Visual Effects
• Diploma in Digital Game Art & Design
• Diploma in Interaction Design
• Diploma in Motion Graphics Design
• Diploma in Industrial Design
• Diploma in Spatial Design
• Diploma in Visual Communication

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SCHOLARSHIPS
& FINANCIAL
ASSISTANCE
 NYP SCHOLARSHIP
Nanyang Polytechnic is offering the NYP Scholarship to top performing GCE ‘O’ Level students who
choose to study in NYP. As a motivation to achieve greater success in studies, the Scholarship is
open to all newly-enrolled first-year students in ALL COURSES.

WHO CAN APPLY:

• Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents
• New students with net score of 10 points or less at GCE ‘O’ Level
• Active participation in co-curricular activities
• Not in receipt of any other scholarships/sponsorships

WHAT YOU GET:

• Annual educational expenses allowance of $3,000
• No bond obligation for scholarship recipients

TENURE:
This scholarship is tenable for up to 3 years of study at NYP provided the
following conditions are fulfilled:
• Outstanding academic results
• Good discipline and exemplary character
• Participation in the leadership developmental programme

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND APPLICATION:

http://www.nyp.edu.sg/scholarships

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 NYP INDUSTRY SCHOLARSHIP
NYP is honoured to have strong ties with leading industry partners to bring in relevant and real-
life practice to our students. As a result of years of cultivating these strong ties, the industry has
partnered with NYP to provide prestigious scholarships for our students in the relevant courses.

WHO CAN APPLY:

• Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents
• Second-year students who have obtained a cumulative GPA of not less than
3.80 at the end of the second semester in year one
• Active participation in co-curricular activities
• Not in receipt of any other scholarships/sponsorships

WHAT YOU GET:

• Annual educational expenses allowance of $3,000
• No bond obligation for scholarship recipients

TENURE:
This scholarship is tenable for up to two years of study at NYP provided the
following are fulfilled:
• Outstanding academic results
• Good discipline and exemplary character
• Participation in the leadership developmental programme

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND APPLICATION:

http://www.nyp.edu.sg/scholarships

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 CSIT - NANYANG SCHOLARSHIP
In partnership with Centre for Strategic Infocomm Technologies (CSIT)
The CSIT- Nanyang scholarship is open to students who enroll in the following courses.
• Common ICT Programme
• Diploma in Business & Financial Technology
• Diploma in Business Intelligence & Analytics
• Diploma in Cybersecurity & Digital Forensics
• Diploma in Information Technology
• Diploma in Infocomm & Security

WHO CAN APPLY

• Applicant must be enrolled into any of the above-mentioned courses.
• Applicant must be a Singapore Citizen
• GCE ‘O’ level (ELR2B2) aggregate ≤ 10 points
• Good CCA Record and strong passion in IT

WHAT YOU GET

• Tuition Fees (after tuition grant) for up to three academic years
• $2500 annual allowance
• One-time laptop allowance
• Talent development programme during the course of study
• No bond obligation for scholarship recipients

TENURE
This scholarship award is tenable for up to three years of study in NYP provided
the following are fulfilled:
• Consistent outstanding academic performance
• Good character reference
• Good CCA record

HOW TO APPLY
Application will commence during the Joint Admission Exercise (JAE) in January.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND APPLICATION

http://www.nyp.edu.sg/schools/sit/scholarships.html

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 SINGAPORE DIGITAL (SG:D)
SCHOLARSHIP (POLYTECHNIC)
In partnership with Info-communications and Media Development Authority (IMDA)

WHO CAN APPLY:

Applicants must meet the following criteria:
• Be a Singapore citizen;
• Possess good ‘O’ level results and excellent CCA record;
• Demonstrate strong interest in ICM, and
• Matriculate into an approved ICM-related course* offered at any of the five local polytechnics.
* As approved by IMDA

List of eligible courses are as follows: • Infocomm & Security

• Interaction Design • Business Intelligence & Analytics
• Digital Game Art & Design • Business & Financial Technology
• Game Development & Technology • Common ICT Programme
• Animation & Visual Effects • Industrial Design
• Motion Graphics Design • Mass Media Management
• Information Technology • Spatial Design
• Cybersecurity & Digital Forensics • Visual Communication

CONDITIONS FOR RENEWAL OF SCHOLARSHIP:

Scholarship recipients are required to fulfil the following requirements during their
course of studies for the bond-free scholarship:
• To graduate with a GPA of 3.5
• Complete at least one course /certification * and
• To gain overseas exposure in at least one of the following
o complete an overseas internship,
o complete an overseas competition, or
o complete a study trip or a student exchange programme.

WHAT YOU GET:
Successful applicants will be given support for:
• Full tuition fees and compulsory polytechnic fees;
• One-time laptop allowance;
• Course and certification* sponsorship support
• Overseas Competitions, Study trips, Student exchanges, and
• Overseas Internships, covering:
o Travel-related expenses and
o Cost of Living allowances (COLA)
*As approved by IMDA

APPLICATION PERIOD
Application opens in January every year.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

https://www.imda.gov.sg/imtalent/programmes/sgd-polytechnic

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 HEALTHCARE SCHOLARSHIPS / SPONSORSHIPS

A host of scholarships/sponsorships from the healthcare sector are available to Health Sciences
students who are taking the following courses in NYP:

• Nursing
• Oral Health Therapy
• Social Sciences (Social Work)

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

http://www.nyp.edu.sg/scholarships

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 FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
At NYP, we provide a number of avenues for those who are in need of financial assistance.

1) STUDY LOAN SCHEME

This scheme is opened to all full-time subsidised Diploma students who are Singapore Citizens &
Singapore Permanent Residents in any year or course of study in the Polytechnic (Not applicable
to Polytechnic Foundation Programme students). Eligible students may apply for Study Loan, to
pay for part of their tuition fees and living expenses for any two consecutive semesters.

2) FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR NOTEBOOK

Financial Assistance for Notebook offers full-time newly enrolled non-sponsored NYP students
from low income households the opportunity to own a brand new computer at an affordable
price. For details, please visit website: https://www.nyp.edu.sg/admissions/full-time-
diploma/financial-matters-financial-assistance.html

3) BURSARIES
Full-time Diploma and Polytechnic Foundation Programme students who require financial assistance
may apply for bursaries. Please refer to https://www.nyp.edu.sg/admissions/full-time-diploma/
financial-matters-financial-assistance.html for more information. Announcement on each major
application exercise will be made to students through their NYP student email account.

FEES

The following are annual tuition fees for newly enrolled students admitted in Academic Year
2020/2021:

SINGAPOREAN SINGAPORE PR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

(S$) (S$) (S$)
TUITION FEE 2,900.00 6,000.00 10,800.00

Besides the above tuition fees (subsidised), students would have to pay supplementary fees and
GST on all fees. For students who have opted-out of MOE’s Tuition Grant Subsidy Scheme, they
will have to further pay for Tuition Grant and the GST thereon.

Tuition Fees and Tuition Grant are subject to MOE review yearly.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

https://www.nyp.edu.sg/admissions/full-time-diploma/
financial-matters-financial-assistance.html

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 OUR TOP GRADUATES

SOH YONG BIN

Diploma in Accountancy & Finance (Class of 2019)

AWARDS/SCHOLARSHIPS/ACHIEVEMENTS
• NYP Scholar
• DBS Award
• EY Gold Medal
• Baker Tilly TFW LLP Award for Best Performance in the
Internship Programme

PROJECTS & CCA INVOLVEMENTS

• Secretary & Treasurer, NYP Life Saving Team – clinched 4 medals
for NYP
• NYP Scholarship Capstone Programme - Led Community Service
Project for the Elderly
• Participated in Bright Vision Hospital Race, NUS Bizad Charity Run
and Swim for Hope events to raise funds for different segments of
society, namely hospital, needy undergraduates and the disabled.

LAU JUN WEI

Diploma in Aeronautical & Aerospace Technology (Class of 2019)

AWARDS/SCHOLARSHIPS/ACHIEVEMENTS
• Lee Kuan Yew Award
• WorldSkills Competition 2019, Russia: Medallion of Excellence for
Aircraft Maintenance
• WorldSkills Singapore 2018: National Champion (Gold) for Aircraft
Maintenance.
• NTU Nanyang Scholarship to pursue Aerospace Engineering
• EON Reality Gold Medal
• STAR Award for Special Achievement – INDIVIDUAL

PROJECTS & CCA INVOLVEMENTS

• People’s Association Youth Documenter for the Singapore
Bicentennial Story
• Represented Singapore as youth host to foreign delegates at the
International Transport Workers’ Federation Congress 2018
• Volunteered in Community services such as Muscular Dystrophy
Association (Singapore) MDAS and NKF Befriender events
• Student Mentor and Peer Student Tutor

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 OUR TOP GRADUATES

TAN HONG MENG

Diploma in Infocomm & Security (Class of 2019)

AWARDS / SCHOLARSHIPS / ACHIEVEMENTS

• Tay Eng Soon Award for ITE Upgrader
• Cisco Systems (USA) Silver Award
• Star Awards winner (Individual and Group)

PROJECTS & CCA INVOLVEMENT

• Internship at Five9 Corporation, Hanoi Vietnam.
• Participated in various competitions such as WorldSkills, Splash Awards,
Cisco NetRiders and Huawei Infocomm Technology Competition.
• Took up leadership roles such as President, NYP Library Champion
Club, Organising Lead at Youth Corp Aspirant, NYP Integration
Ambassador and Student Leader for NYP Open House.

KOH MIN XIANG

Diploma in Industrial Design (Class of 2019)

AWARDS / SCHOLARSHIPS / ACHIEVEMENTS

• HP Innovation Design Award 2019
• Grandwork Interior Gold Medal
• Grandwork Interior Award for Outstanding Project Work 2019
• Calyon Creativity Award 2019

PROJECTS & CCA INVOLVEMENT

• Leadership Camp – Student Mentor Programme
• Student Leader – OIS-NYP Integration Ambassadors
• Exco Member for School Activities – Freshman Orientation (2017),
SDN Day, SDN Design Primer

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 OUR TOP GRADUATES

CHUAH QIN YI
Diploma in Nursing (Class of 2019)

AWARDS / SCHOLARSHIPS / ACHIEVEMENTS

• Tay Eng Soon Health Sciences Award for top nursing student, 2019
• NUHS Sponsorship
• Director’s List for 3 years consecutively
• Edusave Certificate of Academic Achievement 2017 & 2018

PROJECTS & CCA INVOLVEMENT

• Overseas Internship Programme to University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, U.S.A 2018;
a 7-week exchange programme with the University.
• Youth Expedition Project (Cambodia) – Project Joy 2016;
• Volunteer - NYP in Action for the Community – Party for Senior Citizens 2017;
• NYP student representative at the Polytechnic Forum 2017;
• Participated in the Harvard Business School Club of Singapore – Mentorship Programme,
2017-2018;
• ‘Inspired by Singapore: Design for Healthy Ageing’ – Final Year Project with University of
Canberra, Monash University, Kun Shan University and Technological and Higher Education
Institute of Hong Kong 2018.

SHAHREYLL BIN KHAIROULLAH

Diploma in Biologics & Process Technology (Class of 2019)

AWARDS / SCHOLARSHIPS / ACHIEVEMENTS

• Lee Kuan Yew Award
• Roche Singapore Technical Operations Gold Medal
• NYP-DBS Innovation Challenge 2018 (Best Showcase Award)
• Director’s List for 3 years consecutively

PROJECTS & CCA INVOLVEMENT

• 8 months internship at Amgen Singapore Manufacturing - student
secured employment in Amgen before the end of his internship due
to his excellent performance
• President – Aikido Club (2018 – 2019)
• Served in Student Tutorship Program (2016 – 2017)
• Active participation in SCL Club activities such as Leadership Training
Program, Annual Recruitment Drive and Champions League
• Keen involvement in community service projects including Toy Buffet
(Food from the Heart) and Harmony-in-Motion (Thye Hua Kwan
Moral Society)

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 OUR TOP GRADUATES

JOY WONG SHIQI

Diploma in Digital Game Art & Design (Class of 2019)

AWARDS / SCHOLARSHIPS / ACHIEVEMENTS

• Distinguished Lee Hsien Loong Award
• Sony Interactive Entertainment Singapore Gold Medal
• Sony Interactive Entertainment Singapore Award for Outstanding
Project Work
• NYP-ANIMAGINE Industry Scholarship
• International 3D Digital Game Art Competition, Ningbo, China
(Best Concept Award)
• Director’s List for 3 years consecutively

PROJECTS & CCA INVOLVEMENT

• NYP-Youth Corps Singapore Leadership Programme
• Astronomy Club
• Internship at IGG Singapore (one of the biggest mobile game
developer giants in China)

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 Academic Calendar for Academic Year
2020/2021 SUMMARY OF ADMISSIONS EXERCISES

ADMISSIONS EXERCISES QUALIFICATION

Joint Admissions Exercise [JAE]
2019 GCE ‘O’ Level
• application opens in January 2020
Early Admissions Exercise [EAE]
2020 GCE ‘O’ Level
• application opens in June 2020
Direct Admissions Exercise [DAE]* • Singapore GCE ‘A’ Level
(* please check our website at http://www. • Singapore GCE’O’ Level
nyp.edu.sg for details and exact dates for • ITE Certificates
submission of application) • Integrated Programme (IP)
(completed IP Year 4)
• IGCSE
• Holders of foreign qualifications
• Malaysian SPM / STPM / UEC
Special Direct Admissions Exercise (sDAE) For admission to Diploma in
• application opens in January 2020 • Sport & Wellness Management
• Mass Media Management
• Animation & Visual Effects
• Digital Game Art & Design
SEMESTER 1 • Game Development & Technology
Instruction Weeks 20 Apr 2020 - 14 Jun 2020 8 weeks • Industrial Design
Mid-Semester Break 15 Jun 2020 - 28 Jun 2020 2 weeks • Interaction Design
• Motion Graphics Design
Instruction Weeks 29 Jun 2020 - 19 Jul 2020 3 weeks
• Spatial Design
E-learning & ASC 2020 ^ 20 Jul 2020 - 02 Aug 2020 2 weeks • Architecture
Instruction Weeks 03 Aug 2020 - 23 Aug 2020 3 weeks • Visual Communication
Study/Exam Weeks 24 Aug 2020 - 06 Sep 2020 2 weeks Polytechnic Foundation Programme
Vacation 07 Sep 2020 - 18 Oct 2020 6 weeks Admissions Exercise 2019 GCE N (A) Level
Total 26 weeks • application opens in January 2020
SEMESTER 2 Joint Polytechnic Admissions Exercise [JPAE]
ITE Nitec and Higher Nitec
Instruction Weeks 19 Oct 2020 - 20 Dec 2020 9 weeks • application opens in February 2020
Mid-Semester Break 21 Dec 2020 - 03 Jan 2021 2 weeks
Instruction Weeks 04 Jan 2021 - 14 Feb 2021 6 weeks
Study/Exam Weeks 15 Feb 2021 - 07 Mar 2021 3 weeks
Vacation 08 Mar 2021 - 18 Apr 2021 6 weeks
Total 26 weeks

^ A common 2-week break, including 1-week e-learning week, to support

the 13th ASEAN Skills Competition 2020

Note:
1. The academic calendar may vary across the Schools and is subject to change.
2. Attachments/projects may be scheduled during vacations.
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