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Study in Singapore

With modern teaching tools, technology and research facilities, Singapore’s universities deliver top-quality courses that nurture your creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Strong links between universities and neighbouring industries also ensure relevant courses for you to gain valuable practical skills.

Singapore is an open and cosmopolitan city-state and island country that welcomes more than 86,000 international students from 120 nationalities every year. As a choice destination for advanced education, Singapore is unique in providing a safe and stimulating environment to develop the next generation of world leaders.

Why study in Singapore

Singapore is a cosmopolitan city and a premier destination for lifelong learning.

Rated as one of the most business-friendly places in the world, Singapore covers a diverse population; and, because everyone speaks English, you won’t have to adjust to a new language. However, while in Singapore, you will get to taste a fantastic mix of Asian and European cultures.

Regardless of your chosen degree, Singapore is the perfect study destination if you plan to become an expert in your field of study, but also want to acquire a business mindset.

Benefit from outstanding student facilities and a multicultural environment and have a unique study abroad experience in Singapore!

What to study in Singapore

Universities in Singapore provide undergraduate and graduate degrees in almost any field you can imagine. You can pursue a degree in Business, Engineering, Languages, or Social Sciences.

Here are some of the most popular study options in Singapore

Which universities and colleges to attend in Singapore

Higher education institutions in Singapore are divided as follows:

6 public universities
5 polytechnics
2 art institutions
around 15 private universities

Singapore higher education institutions offer a wide range of education programmes to both local and international students. Private universities offer special pathway programmes dedicated to international students. Many of them include study exchange programmes through partnerships with overseas universities.

Examples of top universities in Singapore

Practical Information

How to apply to universities in Singapore

All universities in Singapore have a website with a simple and straightforward online application process.

You simply have to choose the degree(s) you wish to enrol in and submit all required documents.

Carefully check all the required application documents and make sure they are all translated into English. For instance, an internationally recognised Bachelor's degree or equivalent is the main requirement when enrolling for a Master’s degree at a university in Singapore.

Make sure to know what the language requirements are, and whether you need to prove skills in English before enrolling in a degree programme.
Show how you performed as a student, and be sure to know what your Grade Point Average (GPA) was during your studies.
To help your chances of going to Singapore, be sure to apply to more than one university!

Make sure you qualify for a Singapore university

Take Preparation Courses: These kinds of courses enable degree-seeking students to get an extra educational boost just before they start their Master’s degree or other post-graduate degree programmes. Try a pre-M.B.A., pre-Law, or pre-Medicine programme, as well as any other foundation or preparation courses that will allow you to study in the degree programme of your choice.Improve your English through an English-language prep course: If you’re attending a degree programme in Singapore, you will sometimes need to prove that your language skills are good enough to participate in the classes and understand the lectures. These courses will also prepare you for any of the English-language tests that universities require.

English-language tests

There are over 150 English-taught programmes in Singapore.

Universities in Singapore will want to see proof that you have good English-language skills, so that you can easily succeed in their courses. Almost all Singapore universities accept these official English exams:

IELTS
TOEFL
C1 Advanced

Many study programmes have a bilingual policy, combining English with Malay, Mandarin or Tamil study languages.

Living in Singapore

There is literally nothing that you can’t do in Singapore, from visiting lovely museums and cultural centres, to spending the day at one of its many stunning beaches. Engage in water sports and then indulge in a relaxing shopping experience in one of the many shopping malls in Singapore.

Singapore also has a vibrant nightlife so you can have fun in several clubs and bars.

What is it like to study in Singapore

Over the years, Singapore has evolved from its traditional British-based education system to one catered to the needs of individuals and nurtures talent. The strength of Singapore's education system lies in its broad-based curriculum.

Students acquire relevant skills and abilities to succeed in competitive international environments.

Tuition fees in Singapore

Most public universities in Singapore charge high tuition fees that range from 9,000 to around 80,000 USD/per year. However, you can find Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in social sciences, engineering or natural sciences that have tuition fees between 8,000 and 11,000 USD/year.

Medicine and health-related programmes usually have higher tuition fees of around 43,000 USD/year and generally, private universities charge higher fees compared to public ones.

Accommodation costs

Most Singapore universities don’t offer campus accommodation, but you can find student housing near campuses; prices for a room are between 560 and 1,200 USD/month.

You can also rent or share an apartment; rates start from 1,500 USD and can lead up to 4,000 USD/month.

Health care

All international students have to arrange a private health insurance scheme to have access to medical services in Singapore. You can choose from two insurance schemes that cover any form of illness and injury for a sum of up to 36,650 USD/year.

Food costs

Buying food from the local supermarkets is the best way to save money; your monthly groceries would cost you around 300 USD/month.

Many restaurants form the city centre have expensive prices, but you can also find decent diners and pay 12 USD for a meal. Or try some of the street food at even cheaper prices.

On average, you'll need at least 1,400 USD/month to live in Singapore.

About Singapore

Located in Southeast Asia, Singapore has a land area of about 710 square kilometres – one of the smallest countries in the world and the smallest in the region. Singapore commands an enormous presence in the world today with its free trade economy and highly efficient workforce.

Singapore is the fourth biggest commercial centre in the world, with major economic sectors in: trade, financial services, oil and petroleum refining, electronics manufacturing, biomedicine, and tourism.

Although Tamil is the main official language in Singapore, English is the main language of instruction, and also the second mother tongue for Singapore people. Singapore is home to a mix of four major communities: the Chinese, Malay, Indian, and Eurasian.

Typically, Singapore has just one season all year round, where you will experience a warm but humid weather, and many rainfalls.

Iconic places to visit

Singapore is a bustling, cosmopolitan place, offering wide and diverse leisure options. From high-rise buildings, to landscaped gardens, to a vibrant nightlife and numerous shopping centres, no one can get bored in Singapore.

Here are some of Singapore’s top attractions:

Gardens by the Bay
Buddha Temple and Museum
ArtScience Museum
Civilian War Memorial
The triple-towered Marina Bay Sands
Sri Mariamman Temple
Sultan Mosque
Singapore Zoo

Fun facts

During the 14th century, the small but strategically-located island of Singapore was named “The Lion City” or Singapura.
Singapore is one of the three city-states in the world; the others are Vatican and Monaco.
According to a study by the British Council, Singaporeans have the fastest walking speed of all people worldwide. On average, they can walk about 6.15 km in an hour.
The world’s first night zoo, The Night Safari, is in Singapore.
The largest fountain in the world is in Singapore, at the heart of Suntec City.
The longest human domino chain was set in Singapore in 2000.
Singapore is also a Commonwealth member, and for this reason, Singapore citizens have rights to vote in all elections in the U.K..