1, application conditions for public universities in Singapore
Students who apply for undergraduate study in public universities in Singapore can pass the national college entrance examination, and their scores are required to reach 80- 100 and IELTS 6.5. Students can apply to attend public universities in Singapore by taking the A-level exam in Singapore.
The requirements for applying for a master's degree in public universities in Singapore are: students should be graduates of 21/kloc-0 and/or 985 universities in China, and provide an average score of 80 or above; In terms of English requirements, applicants need IELTS 6.5 or above, and some majors need to reach IELTS 7.
2. Application conditions for private universities in Singapore
The application conditions for studying in private universities in Singapore are relatively simple. You can apply in high school, and you need IELTS 5.5-6.0. Students studying in graduate programs in private universities in Singapore need to hold a domestic undergraduate diploma, and provide an average score of 75 or above and an IELTS score of 6.5. At the same time, private universities in Singapore also have a "master's" study abroad program, which also has a good advantage for domestic college students to apply for studying abroad.
3. Time to study in Singapore
Study time in private universities in Singapore: The undergraduate and master's courses in private universities in Singapore are four times a year, which are 5438+ 10 in June, 5438+ 10 in April, July and June respectively. Students who apply can apply two months in advance.
Time to study in public universities in Singapore: Generally, the time to apply for public universities in Singapore is 1 month and August, so it is best for students to apply about half a year in advance.
At the same time, Singapore requires students to have a certain application plan when applying for studying abroad. Grasping the application time can improve the admission rate. Therefore, the application for studying abroad should also grasp the application opportunity according to the different schools. In particular, students who apply for a master's degree in public universities in Singapore should be prepared in advance and apply at least half a year in advance. If you study any course in a private college, it is generally a rolling course. According to the starting time of different schools, the application should be prepared two months in advance.
2. Introduction to the types of universities studying in Singapore
Universities in Singapore are mainly divided into three categories. First, there are six national universities devoted to academic teaching. Second, there are 5 polytechnics focusing on professional education; Finally, there are private universities. Private universities are private schools jointly taught by Australian branches in Singapore or overseas institutions and Singapore Vocational and Technical School, and are an important supplement to public education. Public schools are demanding, and they will look at college entrance examination results, English scores, interview competitions and so on. And private universities are more flexible in admission. They only need to provide high school grades to apply, and they can use the school's internal test instead of IELTS TOEFL. The opening hours are flexible, and students can choose according to their actual situation.
public university
There are six public universities in Singapore: National University of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore Management University, Xinyue University, Singapore University of Science and Technology Design and Singapore Technological University.
The above six universities are all four-year undergraduate courses, and their diplomas are recognized internationally and domestically. In particular, the National University of Singapore (NUS) and Nanyang Technological University (NTS) are the top two universities in Asia.
Applying for a public undergraduate course requires at least 50 points in the college entrance examination. And you need IELTS 6 or TOEFL 85 (online test) before the application starts every year. Public universities in Singapore officially start classes in August every year.
The application for passing the college entrance examination starts from June 65438+ 10 every year and ends at the beginning of February the following year.
College of Science and Engineering
There are five polytechnics in Singapore, namely: Singapore Polytechnic, Singapore Aang Polytechnic, Nanyang Polytechnic, Singapore Temasek Polytechnic, Singapore Polytechnic and Singapore Polytechnic.
The above five polytechnics are all government colleges in Singapore. Their rigorous style of study has always been highly praised by the education community. It is recognized as a world-class comprehensive university, focusing on cultivating and training future engineering and technical talents.
Students' diplomas are not only internationally recognized (including China), but also can apply for further study in Singaporean or Australian, Canadian, British and American universities.
private university
There are many private schools in Singapore, all of which are under the strict supervision of the Singapore Ministry of Education. There is no such thing as a diploma workshop. These private schools usually offer courses in cooperation with internationally renowned universities in the United States, Britain and Australia, giving students the opportunity to receive international education. Moreover, the diplomas and degrees of private universities in Singapore are globally recognized.
The teaching system of private universities is flexible, and excellent students can complete undergraduate courses and obtain degrees in the shortest time, and enter the master's degree earlier than their peers. Moreover, the diploma degree of private universities in Singapore is recognized worldwide.
Compared with only six public universities and five polytechnics, the threshold for private universities in Singapore will be lower.
3. Application process for studying in Singapore
1. Inquiring about school information: You can inquire about school information by writing letters, surfing the Internet and other channels.
2. Submit a written application: the school writes to the school of its choice and asks for admission materials such as enrollment brochures, application forms for admission and scholarship applications.
3. Fill in the application form: Before filling in, read the instructions carefully to avoid missing some important contents; Fill in the application form neatly and clearly, and try to answer every question completely.
4. Provide test scores: TOEFL is also required for studying in Singapore. The only way to apply for graduate students from National University of Singapore or Nanyang Technological University is to take the TOEFL with a score of 580 or above.
5. Provide university transcripts: university transcripts must be attached when applying for graduate students; To apply for undergraduate courses, you must attach high school transcripts, in addition to Chinese and English transcripts, there must be proof of grades. The report card should have the course name, credits, grades and class ranking.
6. Copy of academic degree and notarial certificate: Generally speaking, you need to provide copies of graduation certificate, degree certificate and notarial certificate in Chinese and English to study abroad.
7. Prepare letters of recommendation: Most schools require applicants to provide 2-3 letters of recommendation, which should explain the basic situation and achievements of the recommended person, including academic papers, scientific research achievements, awards won, abilities possessed, etc.
8. Write a personal statement: A personal statement is especially important for getting a scholarship.
9. Proof of economic guarantee: relevant bank deposit certificate or financial aid certificate of relatives and friends. This certificate is not required if the school offers a full scholarship. If there are relatives and friends to guarantee, the guarantor should fill in the relevant forms and attach relevant certificates.
10, physical examination form or health certificate: the general school requires the applicant to provide the experience form, which is provided by the school and requires the applicant to find a doctor to fill in and sign.
1 1. Accommodation application form: Some universities stipulate that all freshmen live on campus, while others are free to choose. If you plan to live on campus, you should apply as soon as possible. Some schools require a deposit in advance to ensure that dormitory rooms are reserved.
12. Formal application: submit all application materials together with the application fee to the selected school.
13. Admission: If the application for admission is approved, the applicant will receive the admission notice from the school and the school admission permit for applying for a visa.
After admission, apply for a passport and visa:
A: Passport processing is relatively simple. Get your hukou, photos and ID cards ready until the Exit-Entry Administration Office of the Public Security Bureau. For specific processing requirements, you can check the requirements of the local public security department online.
B: Besides getting admission to the school, visa is another decisive factor in studying abroad. Visas are generally issued by embassies and consulates of various countries. The materials and requirements for applying for a visa can be found online. However, visa application is not as simple as passport. The production and application of materials are skillful, and refusal to sign is common.
14, study abroad life begins: buy a plane ticket and make preparations before departure. Everything is ready to meet the challenges, opportunities and excitement of studying in Singapore!