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1 ACADEMIC INFORMATION FEES & FINANCIAL SERVICES FEES AWARDS & SCHOLARSHIPS FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE SCHEMES 35

2 FEES REFUND OF FEES Students who wish to withdraw from the courses they have matriculated for may apply for a refund. Students should submit application for refund to the where they have matriculated for the course. The schedule of provision for refund is: In addition to the one-time registration fee, full-time students will have to pay tuition, supplementary and examination fees twice a year. All Singapore Citizen students with MOE Post- Secondary Education Account (PSEA) are required to use their PSEA for payment of fees. Singapore Citizen students without PSEA, Permanent Resident students and International students may pay their first term fees via NETs/ Credit Cards at Customer & Visitor Centre of the s. Receipt of Application for Refund 2 weeks or more before start of term / course Less than 2 weeks before start of term / course After start of term / course Amount of Refund* Full Amount 50% None * Refund is not an automatic process. Applicant must apply for refund, before will process the request and it is subject to approval. INSURANCE All full-time students are insured under the Group Personal Accident Insurance Scheme. International students are required to purchase Group Hospitalisation and Surgical Insurance (GHSI). GHSI rates are advised separately. Students are required to submit Application Form for InterBank GIRO for payment of fees from the second term onwards (for students who do not have PSEA or their PSEA account balance is insufficient for all terms in the course of study). Each term (one semester) duration is about 6 months. Students are required to pay their term fees for all terms in order to remain in their course of study. Fees are due upon term commencement. No invoice will be sent. Students can access the online Student Portal at with the User ID and Password issued by during application to view the fees payable. The breakdown of the fees payable by Technical Diploma, Higher Nitec and Nitec levels are listed in Tables 10. Under the cohort-based fee structure, a student s tuition fees will remain unchanged for the entire duration of the course. 36

3 FEES & FINANCIAL SERVICES TABLE 10: SUMMARY OF FEES FOR FULL-TIME COURSES The fees below are based on Academic Year 2015 and are subject to changes for Academic Year 2016: Table 10a Course Fees for Full-Time Technical Diploma Courses (Admission to Singapore Citizens only) Category Registration Fee (one-time payment) Tuition Fee Supplementary Fee Examination Fee Technical Engineer Diploma in Machine Technology and Technical Engineer Diploma in Automotive Engineering Technical Diploma in Culinary Arts Table 10b Course Fees for Full-Time Higher Nitec Courses Category Total Fee Payable $5 $1,250 $18 - $1,273 $5 $1,405 $18 - $1,428 Registration Fee (one-time payment) Tuition Fee Supplementary Fee Examination Fee Total Fee Payable Singapore Citizen $5 $285 $18 - $ Permanent Resident $5 $3,800 $18 $12.60 $3, International Student $5 $9,500 $18 $28 $9, Table 10c Course Fees for Full-Time Nitec and Enhanced Nitec Foundation Courses Category Registration Fee (one-time payment) Tuition Fee Supplementary Fee Examination Fee Total Fee Payable Singapore Citizen $5 $160 $18 - $ Permanent Resident $5 $2,125 $18 $12.60 $2, International Student $5 $5,325 $18 $28 $5, Note: 1) The above are based on Academic Year 2015 fees and are subject to revision in Academic Year Please refer to website at edu.sg for the latest fee rates. 2) Under the cohort-based fee structure, a student s tuition fees will remain unchanged for the entire duration of the course. With this new fee structure, students will have greater certainty regarding tuition fees and help them to better plan for the financing of their studies. 3) One term is 6 months. 4) Registration Fee is paid once at the commencement of the course. 5) The fee rates are inclusive of GST or after GST subsidy. 6) Singaporean Malays are eligible for course fee exemption (except for Technical Diploma courses) 7) Students are required to pay their term fees in order to remain in their course of study. a) Singapore Citizens students with a MOE Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA) are to submit the duly completed MOE PSEA SO form during the course registration at the s and pay the fees via PSEA. Students can call the PSEA enquiry line number at to check if they have a valid PSEA at the point of application and if they have sufficient PSEA balances. b) Singapore Citizen students without PSEA or insufficient PSEA balances, Singapore Permanent Resident students and International students can make their first term fees payment via NETs or Credit Cards at the Customer & Visitor Centre of s. 8) Students are required to submit Application Form for InterBank GIRO for payment of fees from the second term onwards (for students who do not have PSEA or their PSEA account balance is insufficient for all terms in the course of study). 9) Fees are charged based on Citizenship at the point of term commencement. Students who have officially informed of their Citizenship change to Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident before the term commencement will have their fees adjusted to the Singapore Citizen / Permanent Resident rate for that term. However, for students who inform officially of their Citizenship change to Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident after the term commencement, their fees will be adjusted to the Singapore Citizen / Permanent Resident rate only with effect from the next term. 37

4 AWARDS & SCHOLARSHIPS offers attractive scholarships and awards for students who have excelled academically, achieved outstanding performance in their co-curricular activities (CCAs) and demonstrated strong leadership potential or artistic and sporting talent. Certificate of Merit Certificate of Merit (COM) is generally awarded to the top 5% of the graduates from a course. Graduates must have passed all core, specialisation and life skills modules at the first attempt within normal course duration and have achieved outstanding performance in their course of study, with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above, at the point of graduation. Course Medal The Course Medals are awarded to the outstanding COM holders in each course. The number of Course Medals awarded for each course is based on the number of graduates of the course, subject to a maximum of 3 medals. Graduates will be awarded Gold, Silver or Bronze Course Medal based on their overall performance in their course of study, CCA achievements and other contributions. Top Graduate Awards Gold Course Medalists with outstanding performance and have contributed to the well-being of the s through active participation in college and social activities will be eligible for the following awards: Lee Kuan Yew Gold Medal Tay Eng Soon Gold Medal Sng Yew Chong Gold Medal Medal and cash prize of $600 are awarded to each recipient of the top graduate awards. Lee Hsien Loong Award For Outstanding All-Round Achievement Gold Course Medalists, who have done well academically and actively involved in CCA, particularly those who have made outstanding contributions to the community and demonstrated the spirit of Innovation and Enterprise, will be eligible for the Lee Hsien Loong Award for Outstanding All-round Achievement. Cash prize of $600 is awarded to the recipient of this award. Lee Kuan Yew Model Student/Trainee Award The Lee Kuan Yew Model Student/Trainee Award is presented to full-time Higher Nitec and Nitec students and trainees who have performed consistently well in their course and have displayed outstanding conduct and attitude worthy of emulation by their peers. The award serves to inspire students and trainees to display exemplary behaviour in training and develop high moral values as well as show care and concern for others. The award comprises a cash quantum of $400, a trophy and a certificate. Lee Kuan Yew Technology Award The Lee Kuan Yew Technology Award is presented to fulltime Higher Nitec and Nitec students who have developed excellent projects that embody quality, technical innovation and creativity. The award serves to inspire students to develop a zeal for challenges, creativity and competition. A maximum of 10 awards will be presented each year. The award comprises a cash quantum of $400 and a trophy. Each member of the project team also receives a replica trophy and a certificate. Lee Kuan Yew CCA Award The Lee Kuan Yew CCA Award is a recognition of excellence in CCA accorded to the most deserving full-time Higher Nitec and Nitec students who have distinguished themselves among the CCA Medallists. The award comprises a cash quantum of $400, a trophy and a certificate. 38

5 FEES & FINANCIAL SERVICES Sultan Haji Omar Ali Saifuddien Book Prize The Sultan Haji Omar Ali Saifuddien Book Prize provides further recognition to outstanding graduates, and encourages them to work hard and excel in their studies at the polytechnics. Each Book Prize is worth $500. The awardees will be selected from among the recipients of the Lee Kuan Yew to Encourage Upgrading (LKY-STEP). Arts Excellence Award The objective of the Arts Excellence Award is to recognise quality contributions by students to the arts scene and to motivate on-going students to excel in music and the arts. full-time Higher Nitec and Nitec students who have a good record of CCA, exemplary conduct, positive attitude and outstanding arts and/or music achievements/performance in will be nominated for the award. The value of the award is $400 and nomination is opened to students in their final year of the course only. Sports Excellence Award The objective of the Sports Excellence Award is to encourage and motivate on-going students to excel in sports and games and to recognise outstanding contributions and achievements by students in the s sports arena. full-time Higher Nitec and Nitec students who have attained a good record of CCA, exemplary conduct, positive attitude and outstanding sports &/or games achievements in will be nominated for the award. The value of the award is $400 and nomination is opened to students in their final year of the course only. Good Progress Award The Good Progress Award is aimed at rewarding the top 10% of Singaporean students who show commendable improvements in their full-time Higher Nitec and Nitec courses. The quantum of award is $400. To qualify for the Good Progress Award, students must have passed all accountable modules in the examinations and must not be a recipient of the Edusave Merit Bursary or CDC & CCC-. No application for the award is required as the students who have shown progress in their studies will be identified. Edusave Awards For Achievement, Good Leadership and Service (EAGLES) EAGLES is a scheme that gives recognition to full-time students for their leadership qualities, service to community or excellence in the non-academic areas, i.e. Sports & Games, Arts & Cultural Activities, Clubs & Societies and Community Service. Up to 10% of full-time Higher Nitec and Nitec students who are Singapore Citizens will be selected for the award yearly. No application for the award is required. The cash quantum of each award is $500. CCA Medal The CCA Medal is awarded to full-time Higher Nitec and Nitec students who have brought honours to through their achievements in music and arts, sports and games or have contributed significantly to the enhancement of life and demonstrated outstanding leadership in their chosen CCA. The awardees will be selected from among the recipients of EAGLES. Recipients of an equivalent incentive award will also be considered on a case-by-case basis. Each awardee will receive a Certificate and a Medal. Edusave Character Award Edusave Character Award (ECHA) is given to students who demonstrate exemplary character and outstanding personal qualities through their behavior and actions. Up to 2% of full-time Higher Nitec and Nitec Singaporean students will be selected for the award yearly. Each award is values at $

6 Community Development Council & Citizens Consultative Committee - Institute of Technical Education (CDC & CCC-) The CDC & CCC- is open to Singaporean school leavers who have completed their secondary education and have registered for s full-time Higher Nitec and Nitec courses. Company-sponsored students admitted to s fulltime or traineeship courses are also eligible for the. The will be awarded to the top 10 per cent of the following categories of new students joining at each intake exercise: GCE O Level students GCE N Level (Academic) students GCE N Level (Technical) students The top 10 per cent of those admitted will be awarded the. The value of the award is $1,500 per annum. For recipients in a 2-year course, renewal of the award in the second year of study is subject to a review of their performance and conduct during the first year of study. The is also open to Nitec graduates admitted to the second year of Higher Nitec courses. Successful recipients will be informed by. No application is required. All recipients of the will not be eligible for the Edusave Merit Bursary or any other scholarship/bursary award. Lee Kuan Yew To Encourage Upgrading (LKY - STEP) The objective of the LKY-STEP is to motivate students to excel in their training and encourage life-long learning. The scholarship is awarded to outstanding graduates pursuing full-time diploma courses at the local polytechnics and. It comprises a one-off cash quantum of $3,500 plus waiver of tuition fees for the duration of the polytechnic or diploma course. Singapore Olympic Foundation - Peter Lim Sports The Singapore Olympic Foundation Peter Lim Sports is offered to full-time students. Special consideration will be given to athletes who are in financial needs. More information on this scholarship can be obtained at the respective s. Howe Yoon Chong - Port of Singapore Authority (PSA) The Howe Yoon Chong-PSA provides financial assistance to Singaporeans from lower income families to upgrade themselves through formal qualifications and/or technical skills. This is open to Singapore citizens aged 25 years and below who are admitted to a full-time Higher Nitec or Nitec course and whose gross monthly household per capita is $750 and below. For applicants with GCE O qualification, the aggregate score for English Language, Mathematics and best 3 subjects must not exceed 26 points. For applicants with GCE N qualification, the aggregate score for Mathematics and best 3 subjects must not exceed 9 points. The will pay for the tuition and other compulsory fees, monthly living allowance of $300, and an annual book allowance of $200. Application will open in December. Details on the are available at Industry s has a wide range of scholarship and sponsorship awards offered by external organizations and companies. More information on these awards is obtainable from the respective s. Some of the scholarships offered for full-time courses are given in Table 11. Tay Eng Soon The objective of the Tay Eng Soon is to motivate students to excel in their training and pursue polytechnic education. The scholarship is awarded to outstanding graduates pursuing full-time diploma courses at the local polytechnics and. It comprises a one-off cash quantum of $3,

7 FEES & FINANCIAL SERVICES Table 11 Details of Industry for Full-Time Courses Award For Student Pursuing: Value Details National Precision Engineering Study Award Nitec in Aerospace Machining Technology Nitec in Laser & Tooling Technology Nitec in Medical Manufacturing Technology Central Course fees and $500 monthly allowance for 2 years. Opportunities for a fully paid overseas attachment of up to 3 months with paid airfare and allowance. 2-year bond BCA Built Environment Higher Nitec in Civil & Structural Engineering Design Higher Nitec in Electrical Engineering Higher Nitec in Facility Management Higher Nitec in Facility Systems Design Higher Nitec in Mechanical Engineering Higher Nitec in Space Design Technology Nitec in Electrical Technology (Power & Control) Nitec in Facility Technology (Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration) Nitec in Facility Technology (Mechanical & Electrical Services) Nitec in Facility Technology (Vertical Transportation) Nitec in Mechanical Technology Nitec in Space Design (Architecture) Nitec in Space Design (Interior & Exhibition) All s $7,000 annual allowance for 2 years 2-year bond For more details, please log on to buildingcareers.sg/ itescholarship.aspx Spring SME Talent Programme Nitec and Higher Nitec courses (final year students) All s Final-year Higher Nitec student sponsorship amount: $8,000 Higher Nitec student sign-on bonus: $4,000 2-year bond stp/student Final-year Nitec student sponsorship amount: $7,000 Nitec student sign-on bonus: $3,000 41

8 Table 11 Details of Industry for Full-Time Courses Award For Student Pursuing: Value Details National Parks Board and Landscape Industry Association (Singapore) Nitec in Facility Technology (Landscaping Services) East Sponsorship of $12,000 over 2 academic years. No bond 32 weeks On-the-job Training. Republic of Singapore Air Force Nitec in Aerospace Avionics Nitec in Aerospace Technology Central Course fees and $550 monthly allowance for 2 years. 6-year bond Rolls-Royce Nitec in Aerospace Avionics Nitec in Aerospace Technology Central Course fees and $500 monthly allowance for 2 years. 4-year bond Singapore Technologies Aerospace Nitec in Aerospace Avionics Nitec in Aerospace Technology Central Course fees and $500 monthly allowance for 2 years. 2-year bond NTUC FairPrice Higher Nitec in Accounting Higher Nitec in Information Technology Higher Nitec in Logistics for International Trade Higher Nitec in Retail Merchandising Nitec in Retail Services All s $3,000 per year for Higher Nitec courses and $2,500 per year for Nitec courses (renewable yearly if the scholar maintains good academic results and conduct records) 1 to 2-year bond depending on scholarship period. Required to fulfil Industry Attachments at NTUC FairPrice. ST Electronics (Info-Comm Systems) Pte Ltd Sponsorship Higher Nitec courses from School of Electronics & Info-Comm Technology All s Course fees and $500 monthly allowance for 2 years. Fully paid 3 months industry attachment. 2-year bond PSA Engineering Nitec / Higher Nitec scholarship Nitec courses in Automotive, Electrical, Mechanical or Mechatronics trade Higher Nitec courses in Electrical, Mechanical or Mechatronics trade All s $8,000 for 2 years 1-year bond PSA Operations Higher Nitec Higher Nitec in Logistics for International Trade East $8,000 for 2 years 1-year bond Higher Nitec in Shipping Operations & Services Central Note: Please refer to website: http// for the latest and full list of industry scholarships offered. 42

9 FEES & FINANCIAL SERVICES Singapore Armed Forces - Institute of Technical Education Sponsorship Scheme (SISS) & SAF MDES Study Award The Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) offers sponsorship for fulltime studies in to school leavers. More information on SISS and SAF MDES Study Award can be obtained from the SAF Careers Centre on Tel (Army), Tel (Navy) or Tel (Air Force). Other Awards There are also other awards available to students who may be in need of financial assistance. More information on these awards can be obtained at the respective s. Sponsorship for Nitec in Nursing Course Sponsorship awards are offered to selected students who have successfully enrolled in the Nitec in Nursing course. Upon successful completion of training, recipients will join the sponsoring hospital where they will perform direct nursing care and activities to patients. More information on this sponsorship award will be available after students commence the course at the. 43

10 FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE SCHEMES is fully committed to helping students cope with their educational expenses through various financial assistance schemes. These are funded, in part, by the generous donations from individual organisations and foundations. Community Development Council & Citizens Consultative Committee - Institute of Technical Education (CDC & CCC-) Bursary The CDC & CCC- Bursary is a financial assistance scheme available for application by Singaporean school leavers seeking admission to full-time courses. To be eligible, the applicant s gross monthly household per capital income (PCI) does not exceed $950. The bursary quantum is given in Table 12. Table 12 Quantum of Award under CDC & CCC- Bursary Scheme Gross Monthly Household Per Capita Income Bursary Quantum per Annum for Higher Nitec & Nitec Courses $570 $1,200 > $570 to $950 $900 Bursary Quantum per Annum for Diploma Courses $2,000 Each award is for one year. An full-time student undergoing training in a 2-year course will need to apply for the Bursary at the start of the second year. Applicants for the Bursary must not be in receipt of the CDC & CCC- or any other scholarship/bursary award (excluding Edusave Merit Bursary). Company sponsored students and trainees are not eligible for the CDC & CCC- Bursary. To apply for the CDC & CCC- Bursary, an applicant is required to submit an on-line application for financial assistance and submit the supporting income documents (e.g. latest payslips, letters from employers) to the where he/she is studying for verification. myportal.ite.edu.sg login with your user ID & Password Financial Assistance Successful applicants will be informed by their s. The Community Centres will notify successful applicants when to collect the bursary cheques. MOE Bursary The MOE Bursary is introduced for students whose gross monthly household per capita income does not exceed $1,900. Students may apply for the bursary at any time during an academic year. The bursary quantum is given in Table 13. Table 13 Quantum of Award under MOE Bursary Gross Monthly Household Per Capita Income Bursary Quantum per Annum Higher Nitec & Nitec students Diploma Students $1,400 $450 $1, 500 > $1,400 to $1,900 $300 $750 Applicants must be a subsidized Singapore Citizen pursuing a full-time Nitec, Higher Nitec or Diploma course and must not concurrently hold other bursaries or scholarships. To apply for the MOE bursary, an applicant is required to submit an on-line application for financial assistance and submit the supporting income documents (e.g. latest payslips, letters from employers) to the where he/she is studying for verification. myportal.ite.edu.sg login with your user ID & Password Financial Assistance Successful applicants will be informed by their s. Edusave Merit Bursary The Edusave Merit Bursary is a scheme that gives recognition to full-time Higher Nitec and Nitec students for their academic performance in. Singaporean students whose family s gross monthly household income does not exceed $6,000 or per capita income does not exceed $1,500 can qualify for this award if they are ranked within the top 25 per cent of their course based on examination results for the training year. Each award is valued at $500. All eligible students will be informed by the respective CCCs on the application procedures. Monthly Financial Assistance Scheme (MFAS) and Special Student Assistance Scheme (SSAS) The MFAS scheme aims to provide monthly allowance for a period to needy full-time Singaporean students who face special hardship circumstances and require regular financial assistance to help them with daily expenses. The SSAS scheme aims to provide financial assistance to Singaporean full-time students who require financial support after the application period for the CDC & CCC- Bursary. In a way, the SSAS is an exigency scheme to provide support to needy students, so that they can continue with their study. To apply for the financial assistance, an applicant is required to submit an on-line application form, followed submitting the supporting income documents to the where he/she is studying. 44