Singapore Polytechnic Outstanding Talent (SPOT) Programme

Jamie Yau, School of Business, Low Guan Onn Gold Medallist 2023, IMDA Gold Medal recipient “Joining SPOT has helped me grow leaps and bounds! Through avid mentorship, I have been able to develop positive perspectives towards solving challenges, and core values that guide my decision making through my SP years. Through programmes like the Youth Model ASEAN Conferences (2021 & 2022), I had the opportunity to develop my transferrable skills in leadership and kickstarted my interest to serve communities within Singapore and the region. The most rewarding part of being in SPOT is interacting and being part of a community of like-minded peers."

Ghernie Lorenz Millanes Encinas, School of Computing, Infocomm Security Management Gold Medallist 2024 "Joining SPOT was a game-changer for me as a tech student. It shattered the myth that I should only focus on technical skills. From workshops and conferences to immersive modules and engaging opportunities, I gained leadership and soft skills that supercharged my journey beyond school. SPOT isn't just a programme; it's a launchpad for students to become holistic, impactful leaders. It’s an exhilarating ride that sharpened my all-around potential and expanded my network. To me, my great achievement was not so much about being valedictorian of my cohort but to how human I was along the way."

Wong Guan Min, Media, Arts & Design School, IMDA Gold Medallist 2019, PSC Scholarship 2019 “Participating in the ASEAN Youth Conference 2017 organized by SPOT was transformative for me. The conference provided me valuable exposure to pressing global issues and to engage in meaningful discussions with youth leaders from across the region. Through insightful leadership workshops, I was able to hone my soft skills, such as communication, teamwork, and adaptability. The connections forged with friends and the mentorship provided by teachers have been instrumental in my growth. The guidance and wisdom imparted by mentors have empowered me to navigate challenges with resilience and determination, shaping my journey beyond SPOT.”