Singapore has outpaced the other Asian countries in terms of world-class education and is rapidly emerging as the most popular study destination in Asia.
Singapore has outpaced the other Asian countries in terms of world-class education and is rapidly emerging as the most popular study destination in Asia. It is one of the best places in Asia to pursue Business Management, Computing & IT, Hospitality or Tourism courses. The Universities in Singapore are globally recognized and encourage independent learning. The country’s two most leading universities, the National University of Singapore and the Nanyang Technological University, are ranked in the World’s Top 20 as per the QS World University Rankings.
Approximately 3000 students join every year in Singapore. Most international students will enter Singapore on a ‘Student’s Pass’. This allows students to pursue Diploma, Bachelor or Master level programs in universities and polytechnics in Singapore which are registered ‘Institutes of Higher Learning’.
List of Public Universities / Colleges in Singapore
List of Private Education Institutions (PEIs) in Singapore
International Universities in Collaboration with Singapore Universities
Polytechnics in Singapore
The Government of Singapore and Universities in Singapore offer scholarships for international students to get admissions and study in Singapore institutions. The best part is that Singapore offers international students a high probability of in-country employment after graduation.
Here are the top five scholarships for Indians to study in Singapore:
Name of the Scholarships | Eligibility | Type of Scholarship |
Lee Kong Chian Graduate Scholarships At National University Of Singapore (NUS) | Candidates who are seeking admission to PhD in National University of Singapore (NUS) | Approx. S$ 3,300 per month |
INSEAD-Syngenta MBA Scholarships For Developing Country Leaders | Students who are aiming for admission to MBA at INSEAD of both France and Singapore campuses | €22,500 per year |
Singapore International Graduate Award | Candidates, with excellent academic grades, aiming to pursue PhD programs in science and engineering | financial assistance for up to four years.
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Science & Technology Undergraduate Scholarship from NUS | Students from Asian countries pursuing undergraduate courses in the field of computers, engineering or science (excluding pharmacy). | Along with tuition fee, it also covers living expenses, accommodation and air tickets |
Singapore Millennium Foundation Scholarship | Only to PhD Candidates who aim to take up the doctoral course in engineering, environmental science, physical & material sciences, renewable resources & water, and life sciences | Approx. S$4,000 per month for up to four years |
Part time Jobs:
International students on a Student Pass in Singapore are eligible to work part-time for about 16 hours a week during term and for unlimited hours during vacation, provided:
However, unlike other countries, Singapore does not allow you to take up any work. Universities in Singapore have internships that are related to the course you are planning to study. A student can only opt for these related internships. Also, most of the universities have partnerships with industrial houses which would provide the students with a part-time working opportunity.
Important Note: Students studying in the university/ institution which is not on the list of approved institutions are not eligible to work part-time or full-time both during the term and/ or vacation.
Work Opportunities
Even though Singapore is geographically small, there are a lot of jobs available for international students. As per the Government of Singapore, the following industries are currently booming in the country – Manufacturing, Construction, Tourism and Retail, Healthcare and Finance Information Communications and Digital Media. Most Singaporean universities have a separate department called ‘Careers Services’ to help students who are seeking part – time or full – time employment.
Singapore Study Visa Requirements
Applicants are encouraged to apply at least 2 months before the commencement of the course.
If the required documents are not in the English language, officially translated versions, as well as copies in the original language, are required.
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