To give you an edge in your aspirations upon graduation, SP offers you a range of certificate programmes, whilst you are pursuing your diploma course. These certificate programmes aim to deepen your learning, stretch your capabilities and nurture your potential to its fullest. Depending on your strength and purpose, these specially tailored programmes will either better prepare you for university studies or equip you with valuable knowledge and workplace skills.
Objectives of Programme
Embedded in these programmes of various disciplines are numerous learning opportunities for students.
The courses in different disciplines allow students to:
- deepen foundation in core subjects and prepare for higher studies;
- study subjects outside main area of discipline and broaden learning; develop specialized skills and knowledge.
Students who are eligible for Diploma-Plus programme will be invited to attend a Briefing session scheduled on:
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22 Mar 2012 |
| Venue : |
LT1A(A) |
| Time : |
2.00pm - 4.30pm |
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Download our AY2011 Sem2 Presentation Slide here
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Click here for Diploma-Plus Brochure on all courses.
Click here for Courses Eligible for Diploma-Plus Programmes.
Click here for Guide to apply for Diploma-Plus Programme.
Important Dates
| 21 Mar 2012 |
Web Application Opens (Access Student Portal to apply) |
| 25 Mar 2012 |
Web Application Closes |
28 Mar to
01 Apr 2012 |
Applicants to access Student Portal to check if they are successful in their application and to ACCEPT or REJECT the offer online during this period.
* Selection criteria are by merit, except for PCTPP, PCAP and PCDF
PCTPP - Selected applicants will be invited to attend a workshop.
PCAP - Students applying for PCAP need to submit essay.
PCDF - Interview to assess suitability for PCDF programme.
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Programmes to be offered in AY2012 Semester 1
Programmes to be offered in AY2012 Semester 2
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Diploma-Plus Certificate Programme in.. |
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Offered To |
Offered in |
Business
PCB |
SB |
Multiple Courses with exception |
Year 1, Sem 2 |
Business Mathematics & Economics
PCBME |
MS & SB |
SB courses (except DFI) & DMB |
Year 1, Sem 2 |
Digital Media Creation
PCDMC |
DMIT |
Multiple Courses with exception |
Year 1, Sem 2 |
Humanitarian Affairs
PCHA |
ABE |
All Courses |
Year 1, Sem 2 |
Phlebotomy
PCIP |
CLS |
DBS |
Year 1, Sem 2 |
Quantity Surveying
PCQS |
ABE |
DARCH, DCEB, DEWT, DEPM, DHLFM, DID, DLA |
Year 1, Sem 2
(Starting AY2012) |
Software Programming & Applications
PCSPA |
MS |
Multiple Courses with exception |
Year 1, Sem 2 |
Sustainability
PCS |
ABE |
All Courses |
Year 1, Sem 2
(Starting AY2012) |
Theatre Performance and Production
PCTPP |
CASS |
All Courses |
Year 1, Sem 2 |
Computer Networking
PCCN |
EEE |
DASE, DBIT, DCPE, DEEE, DICD, DICT, DIT |
Year 2, Sem 2 |
Enterprise Linux Administration
PCELA |
EEE |
DCPE, DEEE, DICD, DICT |
Year 2, Sem 2 |
Contact Us
For further enquiries on the application of programmes, please send via eform (select Department of Academic Programmes).
Frequently Ask Questions
| How can I apply for this programme? |
| Application for Diploma-Plus Certificate Programme is by invitation only. Students with good GPA grades or/and relevant "O" level results will be invited to apply for the programme. Application is through the SAS after the official release of your examination results for current students or after enrolment for newly admitted students. Your status of eligibility will be reflected in the SAS. |
| What programme am I eligible for & what module modules will I be doing? |
| A summary of the courses eligibile for each programme can be found here. |
| How do I know if I am accepted for the diploma-plus programme? |
Offer for the programme will be made through the SAS, and applicants will have to ACCEPT or REJECT the offer through SAS.
Your status will be reflected in the SAS. |
| What is the duration of the diploma-plus programme? |
| A typical diploma-plus programme will start in your Year 1 Semester 2 and end by Year 3 Semester 1. Certificate programmes with 3 modules may start in Year 2 Semester 1. |
| What if I am an international students without GCE 'O' level, will I be eligible if I satisfy the minimum GPA requirement but not the 'O' level requirement? |
| If you are an international student and meet the minimum GPA requirement, you can appeal by submitting this form to the course owners. Appeal must reach the course owner two days after application closes. |
| If I am eligible for more than one programmes, can I apply for all the programmes? |
| You may be eligible for many programmes, but you can apply for TWO programmes. You will be offered one programme. Offer is by choice (1st choice will be considered first) and merit/interview/essay (see details in school website). |
| How am I assessed in this programme? |
| The assessment for Diploma-Plus module consists of in-course assessments, and/or examination at the end of each semester. |
| Does my performance in Diploma-Plus programme affect my GPA for my diploma course? |
| No, the result you obtained for the programme is separated and independent of GPA calculation for your diploma study. |
| If I'm currently enrolled/taking in a Diploma-Plus programme in Year 1, can I still apply for / switch to another new Diploma-Plus programme in Year 2? |
| No. Each student is limited to one Diploma-Plus programme. Hence, you will not be invited in SAS to apply online for subsequent new programmes though you may meet the minimum entry requirements. |
| What is the course fee for a Diploma-Plus programme? |
| A Diploma-Plus programme consists of 3 to 4 modules. The cost of each module ranges from $100 to $150, with the exception of some modules where special laboratory and equipment are required. |
| Can I pay the course fee through CPF? |
| All Diploma-Plus programmes are considered as Post Diploma programme. Thus, they are not claimable through CPF, Mendaki and /or DBS Tuition Fee Loan Scheme. |
| Do I have to pay the course fee if I decide to withdraw from the Diploma-Plus programme after enrolment? |
For withdrawal received within the 1st week of the semester, a 75% refund of programme fees paid for that semester may be granted.
Withdrawal received after 1st week will not be given any refund or carrying forward of fees paid.
Singapore Polytechnic Post Diploma withdrawal regulations & procedures will also apply to this programme. |
| How is the Diploma-Plus module GPA computed? |
| GPA Computation for modules under Diploma-Plus programmes are computed separately from your Diploma course. You will receive a separate cumulative GPA score for your Diploma-Plus programme, and this computation will not affect the GPA score of your diploma course. |
| When are the lessons held? |
| Lessons will be held on weekday evenings or Friday afternoon. Click here for the tentative timetable. |
