Curriculum Structure

 

CDE has adopted a new undergraduate curriculum structure for students enrolled in the new academic year starting in August 2021. Students read a total of 160 units (or the equivalent of 40 courses), as shown in the following schema:

 

The Common Curriculum is jointly developed by CDE and 6 industry partners who sit on the task force. It seeks to integrates knowledge and skillsets relevant to the professional training offered by both schools and to equip students with essential 21st century competencies. The following pillars make up the Common Curriculum, comprising 60 units (or the equivalent of 15 courses):

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Advanced Placement Credits & Exemptions (Cohorts 2021/2022 onwards)

Polytechnic diploma holders admitted to a 3 or 4 year programme may be granted advanced placement credits (APC) in relevant courses for up to a maximum of 40 units. 40 units is equivalent to 1 year of study.

The breakdown of the advanced placement credits (with effect from AY2015/2016 onwards) are as follows:

  • Up to 20 Units for Unrestricted Elective Courses; and
  • Up to 20 Units for Programme Requirements.

Eligible polytechnic diploma holders may opt to give up the 20 Units of APCs granted towards Unrestricted Electives, via the APC option exercise conducted in the second semester of study. More information can be found on the Office of the University Registrar's website.

Applicants presenting a Diploma from a Polytechnic in Singapore may refer to the links below for more information on course exemptions.