Studying in Singapore: a foundation programme or A levels?
In Singapore, after receiving an O-level certificate, students will have 2 choices: study A-level preparatory courses or take a pre-university course. For international students, Pre-university or A-level study What's the best choice?
Studying in Singapore: a foundation programme or A levels?
Introduction Pre-university or A-level study
Preparatory Courses
Preparatory Courses This course is quite popular with most international students. The course usually lasts from 3 months to 1 year. The participants are usually international students who are not able to study their major at the school. In the course, international students will be equipped with the necessary skills and supplement the basic knowledge. Besides, this is the best time for international students to adapt to life in Singapore.
A-Level Course
A – Level Program can be seen as the 11th and 12th grade program of Vietnam. A-level certification is valid in many countries such as Malaysia, Hong Kong, ...
Students taking the A-level course need to have passed the O-level certificate or an equivalent certificate
Compare Pre-University or A-Level Courses
Assessment item | Reserve Key | A-Level Course |
Eligible applicants | Students/Students who cannot afford to study the major | Students / international students who are aiming to study at public universities |
Knowledge | English support Equipping the skills for studying at the University Some basic subjects of the registered major | General knowledge English is a compulsory subject and 4 electives in the arts, sciences, .... |
Requirements | IELTS 4.5 minimum Completed 9th grade in Vietnam | IELTS 6.0 Completed 10th or 11th grade in Vietnam |
Benefits | Short time Saving cost of studying abroad Used to take the entrance examination to private universities | Duration 10-16 months Used for public school entrance exams Accepted in many countries |
Costs | Depending on the school in Singapore | Average about 12840 SGD to 19260 SGD |
Disadvantages | Knowledge is provided only by registered industry | Long study time |
Schools with courses | Jamescook, SHRM,… | MIDS, SSTC,…. |
Some other information Pre-university or A-level study
Pre-university fees of some Singaporean schools
- Jamescook: 11,353 sgd / 8 months (ending grade 11, GPA above 6.0)
- SHRM: 12,000 sgd / 9 months (at least 17 years old)
- PSB: 2,140.00 sgd / 3 months (end of 10th grade, GPA above 7.0)
- Kaplan: 3,584.50 sgd / 2 months ( finish 9th grade, 10th grade, 11th grade are eligible)
- EASB: S$7,800 / 6 months (entry 10th grade and minimum ielts 4.5 or school english course)
- MDIS: S$2,247 / 4 months (after 9th grade enrollment is possible)
- ERC:S$4,000 / 4.5 months (enrollment is possible after 9th grade)
Some schools offer A-level courses
MDIS School
MDIS is the oldest and most prestigious educational institution in Singapore. It offers programmes in a wide range of fields including: Business and Management, engineering, mass communication, biomedical sciences, tourism and hospitality administration. MDIS offers O and A level programmes.
SSTC Field:
SSTC is one of the few private schools in Singapore to achieve Edutrust certification in 4 years. This certification is issued by the Council for Private Education in Singapore (CPE).
Training programs: English programs, English certificates, “O” level, “A” level, College and Advanced College, Business, Trade.
Conclusion
Pre-university or A-level study is what many Vietnamese students wonder. It is important for students to determine their academic ability and study abroad pathway to choose the right course.
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