Your Gateway to Republic Polytechnic Singapore
Singapore's first tertiary institution built entirely on Problem-Based Learning. Hands-on teaching, deep industry connections and globally recognised qualifications — made for learners who learn by doing.
This page is brought to you by ARAI (araill.org), Republic Polytechnic's appointed partner for international student recruitment, application guidance and enrolment support in China.
Step onto the RP campus
Modern facilities, green spaces and learning hubs designed for collaboration and creativity.
A campus built for real-world learning
Industry-grade facilities and a learning model that puts you — not the lecture — at the centre.
Aerospace & Industry Centres
Aerospace Centre, RP-RSA Cybersecurity Operations Centre, Supply Chain Technology Centre and more — real facilities, real projects.
Singapore's First Sound Arts Studio
A full-scale sound arts studio, Greenhouse Agriculture Research Facility, and EPIC — the Entrepreneurship & Innovation Community.
Experiential Learning Centre
Classroom learning moves directly into real-world industry settings through guided, hands-on challenges.
Problem-Based Learning, not lecture-based listening
At RP, students don't just attend lectures and sit exams. They research, discuss, analyse and build solutions around real-world challenges — with lecturers acting as facilitators.
- ✓Apply theoretical knowledge to real problems
- ✓Develop critical thinking & teamwork
- ✓Build communication & self-directed learning
- ✓Ideal for hands-on, collaborative learners
3 years. Two semesters. Continuous assessment.
Every academic year is divided into two semesters. You take 5–6 modules per semester, with grades combining continuous evaluation and end-of-semester examinations.
The longest internship among Singapore polytechnics
20–24 weeks on the job with 1,000+ partner companies — a seamless pathway from campus to career.
- ✓100% of final-year students complete an internship
- ✓20–24 weeks — the longest attachment among Singapore polytechnics
- ✓1,000+ partner companies yearly, 5 choices per student
- ✓90% rated good and above; 80% receive job offers
Key partners: DBS Bank · SATS · PayPal · SIA Engineering · Singapore Sports Hub
See RP in action
Take an immersive look at the campus, classrooms and real student life.
A globally recognised diploma, with credit exemptions
Your RP diploma is accepted by Singapore institutes and 1,200+ universities worldwide. Continue to a bachelor's in just 2–3 more years.
Graduate from RP
A 3-year diploma with strong international recognition.
Get credit exemptions
3-year bachelor's = only 2 more years. 4-year bachelor's = only 3 more years.
Join top universities
NUS · NTU · SMU · SIT · UK Russell Group · Australia's Group of Eight and more.
⚠️ Important: International students receiving the Singapore Government Tuition Grant must complete a 3-year work commitment in Singapore after graduation.
From RP to NUS, NTU and beyond
Hear from international students who thrived at RP and went on to leading universities and careers.
The PBL model pushed me to think independently. Before graduating, I was already presenting solutions to industry partners — that confidence is what got me into NTU.
My 22-week internship at DBS turned into a full-time job offer. The hands-on projects at RP made the transition to work seamless.
Balancing coursework, the Dean's Honour Roll and a final-year project was demanding, but the lecturers genuinely care. I'm now reading Economics at NUS.
Entry requirements & application window
Who can apply?
- Currently in Semester 2 of Senior 2 / Senior 3 (domestic high school)
- Educational background: completed Grade 11 / Grade 12 (excluding IGCSE / GCSE / IB)
- English ≥ 60%
- Mathematics ≥ 60%
- 1 relevant subject + 2 best-performing subjects, each ≥ 60%
- Some applicants sit an online entrance assessment (English, Maths, Science)
Application Opens
October 2026 — for the RP 2027 intake.
Online Assessment (if required)
English, Mathematics and Science to assess course suitability.
Receive Your Offer
Final admission decisions are made independently by Republic Polytechnic.
Tuition & living in Singapore
All full-time diploma students are eligible for the MOE Tuition Grant. International students on the grant sign a 3-year work commitment after graduation.
Annual Tuition (International)
After MOE Tuition Grant, inclusive of GST
Monthly Living Expenses
Estimated ranges in SGD
More than a classroom — a community
Fully Air-Conditioned
A comfortable learning environment all year round.
Digital-First
All course materials online; bring your own laptop.
Clubs & Festivals
IGNITE!, Momentum, themed showcases and community volunteering.
Global Exposure
Overseas exchanges, study tours & innovation programmes.
Not sure if your academic background qualifies? Get a free pre-screening from ARAILL.
As Republic Polytechnic's official appointed partner, ARAILL (araill.org) provides programme information, application document review and step-by-step enrolment support. Final admission decisions are made independently by RP.
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