International Students
SP has a long tradition of welcoming international students. Yearly, international students are admitted to a wide range of courses in SP providing the campus enrolment with rich cultural diversity and a stimulating learning environment.
Many international students are quick to seize the many opportunities and facilities available at SP to enjoy a truely rich and memorable student experience, several whom have gone on to become student leaders, sportsmen and prize / medal winners.
Immigration - Student's Pass
All international students studying in Singapore will be required to apply for the Student's Pass issued by Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA).
SP will notify international students via email when the application online through the Student's Pass Online Application and Registration (SOLAR) system on ICA's website is open.
Important
SP's eGuide provided in the enrolment website contains a detailed application process that international students may refer to |
Successful applicants will be issued with an In-Principle-Approval (IPA) letter by ICA, which can be downloaded via SOLAR system.
For applicants who require a visa to enter Singapore, a visa is incorporated in the IPA letter. This means that you will not be required to separately apply for a visa and may enter Singapore using the IPA letter at the checkpoints.
Accomodation
Students may refer to the following resources for rooms to rent:
- Classified Advertisements
- Online Websites for Property Rental
Accomodation costs varies according to geographical area, the type of accomodation, demand, facilities provided and the number of people sharing a room.
Part-time / Full-time work
Full-time diploma students are allowed to work part-time for up to 16 hours per week during school term, and working full-time during vacation period.
The Ministry of Manpower (MOM) put in an exemption so that applying for work permits are not necessary. You may refer to MOM's website for more information.
There is no need to obtain permission from SP for part-time work.
SP International Students' Club
As an international student, you should make it a point to join the International Students' Club (ISC).
ISC consist of SP students from different nationalities and aims to provide a platform for international students in SP to meet fellow students from the same country, befriend students from other countries, and integrate with local students and local communities.
Joining ISC will help you learn more about local cultures and settle down faster to life in Singapore and SP.
Contact ISC at:
Estimate of Living Expenses
Living expenses vary according to individual lifestyles and means. The figures indicated below are estimates and serve as a reference only:
| Item | Month | Year |
|---|
| Deposit per person on room rental (two month's rent - two to a room) | | $1,000 |
| Other initial expenses | | $500 |
| Group hospitalisation and surgical insurance | | $50 |
| Rent per person (two to a room) | $500 | $6,000 |
| Water, electricity and gas | $100 | $1,200 |
| Telecommunication and Internet | $100 | $1,200 |
| Food | $400 | $4,800 |
| Transport | $100 | $1,200 |
| Books, stationery / materials | $50 | $600 |
| Personal expense | $150 | $1,800 |
| TOTAL ESTIMATE | $1,400 | $18,350 |
