Singapore Admission Tests

Application procedures & Admission Tests to be passed are dependent on the type of institutions the students are applying to. Entry requirements vary from institution to institution. In general, you need to check the application procedures with the educational institution of your choice.

As English is the common language of instruction, most institutions require students to meet a minimum standard of English. Generally, certification of competence in English is in the form of:

  • General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE)
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

Besides English, different institutions and courses have different minimum requirements. These requirements are usually stated in the course prospectus, brochures or websites of the institutions.

For the private, foreign system, international schools and universities, polytechnics or institute of technical education, the application procedures are:

  1. Apply directly to the educational institutions accompanied by the relevant certification and documentation.
  2. Some institutions or courses may require you to undergo an interview or placement test. Some schools may also require work experience. These requirements are usually stated in the course prospectus, brochures or websites of the institutions.