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Apr 26, 2010
Poly grads can opt for part-time degrees here
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I REFER to the Special Report, 'From poly to...' (April 10) and the editorial, 'Poly graduates should get their upgrade' (April 14). It is heartening to note that more polytechnic graduates aspire to attain higher qualifications.
Part-time engineering degree courses are available at Singapore universities, including the National University of Singapore (NUS), as alternative routes for polytechnic graduates to pursue a university education.
These courses, supported by the Ministry of Education (MOE) and the Economic Development Board, cater primarily to working polytechnic graduates, allowing them to pursue a degree while keeping their jobs and remaining in Singapore.
To date, NUS' Bachelor of Technology (BTech) Programme has produced close to 2,000 graduates for Singapore's manpower pool.
BTech students vary in age - from recent polytechnic graduates in their early 20s to those over 50 who are married with families. Many are late bloomers who realised the importance of a degree qualification only after they entered the workforce.
Students have told us they chose BTech for two main reasons - cost and quality of the degree.
By studying in Singapore instead of going overseas, a BTech student can potentially save more than $60,000 in tuition fees and expenses, and at least $50,000 in employment income. Since 2008, the MOE has subsidised 40 per cent and 20 per cent of the tuition fees for BTech students who are Singaporeans and permanent residents respectively.
BTech students also appreciate the high quality education that NUS offers. The good performance of BTech graduates in the workplace further endorses the quality of the programme. All BTech degrees are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Board, the 'gold standard' for engineering degree accreditation.
Studying for a degree while working full time is demanding and this is an option only for those who are prepared to commit time and effort to this endeavour.
Polytechnic graduates looking to fulfil their degree aspirations could consider the opportunities available in Singapore for part-time studies.
Professor Poo Aun Neow
Director, Bachelor of Technology Programme
Faculty of Engineering
National University of Singapore
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Poly grads can opt for part-time degrees here
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I REFER to the Special Report, 'From poly to...' (April 10) and the editorial, 'Poly graduates should get their upgrade' (April 14). It is heartening to note that more polytechnic graduates aspire to attain higher qualifications.
Part-time engineering degree courses are available at Singapore universities, including the National University of Singapore (NUS), as alternative routes for polytechnic graduates to pursue a university education.
These courses, supported by the Ministry of Education (MOE) and the Economic Development Board, cater primarily to working polytechnic graduates, allowing them to pursue a degree while keeping their jobs and remaining in Singapore.
To date, NUS' Bachelor of Technology (BTech) Programme has produced close to 2,000 graduates for Singapore's manpower pool.
BTech students vary in age - from recent polytechnic graduates in their early 20s to those over 50 who are married with families. Many are late bloomers who realised the importance of a degree qualification only after they entered the workforce.
Students have told us they chose BTech for two main reasons - cost and quality of the degree.
By studying in Singapore instead of going overseas, a BTech student can potentially save more than $60,000 in tuition fees and expenses, and at least $50,000 in employment income. Since 2008, the MOE has subsidised 40 per cent and 20 per cent of the tuition fees for BTech students who are Singaporeans and permanent residents respectively.
BTech students also appreciate the high quality education that NUS offers. The good performance of BTech graduates in the workplace further endorses the quality of the programme. All BTech degrees are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Board, the 'gold standard' for engineering degree accreditation.
Studying for a degree while working full time is demanding and this is an option only for those who are prepared to commit time and effort to this endeavour.
Polytechnic graduates looking to fulfil their degree aspirations could consider the opportunities available in Singapore for part-time studies.
Professor Poo Aun Neow
Director, Bachelor of Technology Programme
Faculty of Engineering
National University of Singapore
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