List of Relevant Local Diplomas The list of relevant diplomas will be updated on a regular basis. - Updated as of 19 Dec 2016 Page 1 of 27
Table of Contents Introduction... 4 The Culinary Institute of America (CIA)... 5 1. Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Food Business Management...5 DigiPen Institute of Technology (DigiPen)... 6 1. BS in Computer Science in Real-Time Interactive Simulation...6 2. BS in Computer Science and Game Design...8 3. BFA in Digital Art and Animation...9 4. BA in Game Design...9 University of Glasgow (UoG)...11 1. BEng (Hons) Aeronautical Engineering... 11 2. BEng (Hons) Aerospace Systems... 12 3. BEng (Hons) Mechanical Design Engineering... 13 4. BEng (Hons) Mechatronics... 14 5. BSc (Hons) Computing Science... 15 The Glasgow School of Art (GSA)...17 1. BA (Hons) Communication Design... 17 2. BA (Hons) Interior Design... 18 University of Liverpool...19 1. BA (Hons) Criminology and Security... 19 Singapore Institute of Technology...20 1. B (Hons) Accountancy... 20 2. B (Hons) Hospitality Business... 20 3. MEngTech & BEng (Hons) Sustainable Infrastructure Engineering (Land)... 20 4. MEngTech & BEng (Hons) Sustainable Infrastructure Engineering (Building Services)... 20 5. BEng (Hons) Information and Communications Technology (Software Engineering)... 20 6. BEng (Hons) Information and Communications Technology (Information Security)... 20 7. BEng (Hons) Telematics (Intelligent Transportation Systems Engineering)... 20 8. BEng (Hons) Pharmaceutical Engineering... 20 9. BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography... 20 Page 2 of 27
10. BSc (Hons) Radiation Therapy... 20 11. BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy... 20 Singapore Institute of Technology - DigiPen Institute of Technology (DigiPen)...21 1. BEng (Hons) in Systems Engineering (ElectroMechanical Systems)... 21 Singapore Institute of Technology - University of Glasgow (UoFG)...21 1. BSc (Hons) Nursing... 21 2. MEngTech & BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering... 21 Singapore Institute of Technology - Massey University...22 1. B (Hons) Food Technology... 22 Singapore Institute of Technology - Newcastle University (NU)...22 1. BEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering... 22 2. BEng (Hons) Electrical Power Engineering... 22 3. BEng (Hons):... 22 a. Marine Engineering... 22 b. Naval Architecture... 22 c. Offshore Engineering... 22 4. BEng (Hons) Mechanical Design and Manufacturing Engineering... 22 Singapore Institute of Technology - Trinity College Dublin (TCD)...23 1. BSc Diagnostic Radiography (Joint-Degree)... 23 2. Honours Degree in Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy (Joint-Degree)... 23 Trinity College Dublin (TCD)...23 1. BSc Physiotherapy... 23 2. BSc Occupational Therapy... 23 3. BSc Radiation Therapy... 23 Technische Universität München (Technical University of Munich, TUM)...24 1. BSc Chemical Engineering... 24 2. BSc Electrical Engineering & Information Technology... 25 Page 3 of 27
Introduction Applicants who hold a diploma from one of the five local Polytechnics (, Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Republic Polytechnic, Singapore Polytechnic and Temasek Polytechnic) are welcome to apply for the listed degree programmes subject to meeting the stipulated entry requirements. In general, diploma-holders may apply for credit exemptions which will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis upon admission to the University. Degree programmes offered by the following universities admit students with relevant diplomas and grant direct-entry: The Glasgow School of Art Trinity College of Dublin* University of Glasgow * these overseas universities only accept relevant diploma-holders to their programmes Page 4 of 27
The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) 1. Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Food Business Management Holders of a full-time diploma awarded by any one of the five local polytechnics are eligible to apply. Refer to website for programme-specific requirements. Page 5 of 27
DigiPen Institute of Technology (DigiPen) 1. BS in Computer Science in Real-Time Interactive Simulation Graduates from the following list of Polytechnic Diploma programs are eligible for credit exemptions in the DigiPen BS in Computer Science in Real-Time Interactive Simulation degree program: Business Enterprise IT Business Informatics Digital Entertainment Technology Digital Entertainment Technology (Games) Electronic Systems (formerly known as Electronics, Computer & Communications Engineering) Infocomm & Security (formerly known as Engineering Informatics) Information Technology Mechatronics Engineering Multimedia & Infocomm Technology Ngee Ann Polytechnic Biomedical Engineering Visual Effects (formerly known as Digital Visual Effects) Electrical Engineering Electronic & Computer Engineering Engineering Informatics Enterprise IT Systems Financial Informatics Information Technology (Computer Studies option) Information Technology (Technology option) Mechanical Engineering Mobile Business Solutions Multimedia & Animation Multimedia Computing Network Systems & Security Republic Polytechnic Digital Entertainment Electronics Game Design Information Technology Interactive and Digital Media (Game Development option) Singapore Polytechnic Aerospace Electronics Biotechnology Computer and Network Technology Computer Engineering Digital Media Page 6 of 27
Digital Media and Infocomm Technology Electrical and Electronics Engineering Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Electronic and Biomedical) Electronics and Communication Engineering Electronics, computers and Communication Engineering Game Design and Development Infocomm Security Management Info-Communication Engineering and Design Information Communication Technology Information Technology Marine Engineering Mechatronics Multimedia and Technology Temasek Polytechnic 3D Interactive Media Technology Business Information Technology Business Process & Systems Engineering Communications & Media Management Computer Engineering Cyber & Digital Security Digital Forensics Electronics Game & Entertainment Technology Info-communication Information Technology Intelligent Building Technology Interactive Media Design Interactive Media Informatics Interactive Media Technology Internet & Multimedia Development Internet Computing Mechatronics Media & Communication Technology Mobile & Wireless Computing Moving Images Refer to website for programme-specific requirements. Page 7 of 27
2. BS in Computer Science and Game Design Graduates from the following list of Polytechnic Diploma programs are eligible for credit exemptions in the DigiPen BS in Computer Science and Game Design degree program: Business Enterprise IT Business Informatics Digital Entertainment Technology Digital Entertainment Technology (Games) Electronic Systems (formerly known as Electronics, Computer & Communications Engineering) Infocomm & Security (formerly known as Engineering Informatics) Information Technology Mechatronics Engineering Multimedia & Infocomm Technology Ngee Ann Polytechnic Biomedical Engineering Visual Effects (formerly known as Digital Visual Effects) Electrical Engineering Electronic & Computer Engineering Engineering Informatics Enterprise IT Systems Financial Informatics Information Technology (Computer Studies option) Information Technology (Technology option) Mechanical Engineering Mobile Business Solutions Multimedia & Animation Multimedia Computing Network Systems & Security Republic Polytechnic Digital Entertainment Electronics Game Design Information Technology Interactive and Digital Media (Game Development option) Singapore Polytechnic Aerospace Electronics Biotechnology Computer and Network Technology Computer Engineering Digital Media Digital Media and Infocomm Technology Electrical and Electronics Engineering Page 8 of 27
Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Electronic and Biomedical) Electronics and Communication Engineering Electronics, Computers and Communication Engineering Game Design and Development Infocomm Security Management Info-Communication Engineering and Design Information Communication Technology Information Technology Marine Engineering Mechatronics Multimedia and Technology Temasek Polytechnic 3D Interactive Media Technology Business Information Technology Business Process & Systems Engineering Communications & Media Management Computer Engineering Cyber & Digital Security Digital Forensics Electronics Game & Entertainment Technology Info-communication Information Technology Intelligent Building Technology Interactive Media Design Interactive Media Informatics Interactive Media Technology Internet & Multimedia Development Internet Computing Mechatronics Media & Communication Technology Mobile & Wireless Computing Moving Images Refer to website for programme-specific requirements. 3. BFA in Digital Art and Animation * Holders of a full-time diploma awarded by any one of the five local polytechnics are eligible to apply. Refer to website for programme-specific requirements. * Diplomas awarded by Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA) and LASALLE College of the Arts will be considered on a case-by-case basis for the BFA in Digital Art and Animation programme. 4. BA in Game Design Holders of a full-time diploma awarded by any one of the five local polytechnics are eligible to apply. Refer to website for programme-specific requirements. Page 9 of 27
Note: Credit transfers and duration of studies will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Students who have relevant post-secondary qualifications may complete DigiPen s degree programmes within seven semesters. To be eligible for the abridged programme, students must successfully satisfy the following criteria: 1. The course(s) being evaluated must be taken at a bona fide, legitimate institution recognised and approved by a regulatory authority that oversees the educational system in the country where the institution is located. These courses must appear on official transcripts from the institution. The final decision regarding the transfer credits remains at DigiPen s discretion. 2. The course(s) must be comparable in academic quality to DigiPen courses including the number of credits or contact hours. Application will be denied for courses not meeting this standard. 3. Transfer credit will be considered for courses in which the grade of B - or better is recorded. Credit or Pass grades will not be accepted for transfer credit. 4. Course(s) transferred to a student s major may also require a validation examination in order to be accepted. Actual number of credits may vary from one student to another depending on the individual course work completed. Any course(s) not transferred must be completed within the duration of the programme. Page 10 of 27
University of Glasgow (UoG) 1. BEng (Hons) Aeronautical Engineering Aeronautical & Aerospace Technology Aerospace Systems & Management Ngee Ann Polytechnic Aerospace Technology Aerospace Electronics Mechanical Engineering Republic Polytechnic Aerospace Avionics Aerospace Engineering (Quality Systems) Aviation Management (formerly known as Civil Aviation) Singapore Polytechnic Aeronautical Engineering Aerospace Electronics Engineering Systems Mechanical Engineering (formerly known as Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering) Temasek Polytechnic Aerospace Electronics Aerospace Engineering Other relevant diplomas not listed will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Page 11 of 27
University of Glasgow (UoG) (cont d) 2. BEng (Hons) Aerospace Systems Aeronautical & Aerospace Technology Aerospace Systems & Management Ngee Ann Polytechnic Aerospace Electronics Aerospace Technology Automation & Mechatronic Systems Electronic & Computer Engineering (Aerospace Electronics option) Republic Polytechnic Aerospace Avionics Aerospace Engineering (Quality Systems) Aviation Management (formerly known as Civil Aviation) Singapore Polytechnic Aeronautical Engineering Aerospace Electronics Electrical & Electronic Engineering (Aerospace option / Aerospace Engineering option) Engineering Systems Mechatronics and Robotics (Aerospace Engineering option) Temasek Polytechnic Aerospace Electronics Aerospace Engineering Electronics (Avionics Electives cluster / Aerospace Electronics option) Other relevant diplomas not listed will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Page 12 of 27
University of Glasgow (UoG) (cont d) 3. BEng (Hons) Mechanical Design Engineering Aeronautical & Aerospace Technology Biomedical Engineering Digital & Precision Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Mechatronics Engineering Nanotechnology & Materials Science Ngee Ann Polytechnic Aerospace Technology Automation & Mechatronic Systems Biomedical Engineering Engineering Science Marine & Offshore Technology Mechanical Engineering Mechatronic Engineering Republic Polytechnic Aerospace Engineering (Quality Systems) Singapore Polytechnic Aeronautical Engineering Bioengineering Engineering Systems Engineering with Business Manufacturing Engineering Mechanical Engineering Mechatronics and Robotics Temasek Polytechnic Aerospace Engineering Mechatronics Other relevant diplomas not listed will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Page 13 of 27
University of Glasgow (UoG) (cont d) 4. BEng (Hons) Mechatronics Aeronautical & Aerospace Technology Aerospace Systems & Management Digital & Precision Engineering Electrical Engineering with Eco-Design Electronic Systems (formerly known as Electronics, Computer & Communications Engineering) Manufacturing Engineering Mechatronics Engineering Telematics & Media Technology Ngee Ann Polytechnic Aerospace Electronics Aerospace Technology Automation & Mechatronic Systems Biomedical Engineering Clean Energy Management Electrical Engineering Electronic & Computer Engineering Electronics & Telecommunications Engineering Engineering Science Mechanical Engineering Mechatronic Engineering Republic Polytechnic Aerospace Avionics Aerospace Engineering Biomedical Electronics Aviation Management (formerly known as Civil Aviation) Electrical and Electronic Engineering Renewable Energy Engineering Singapore Polytechnic Aeronautical Engineering Aerospace Electronics Bioelectronics Bioengineering Clean Energy Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering Electrical & Electronic Engineering Electronics & Communication Engineering Electronics, Computer & Communication Engineering Engineering with Business Page 14 of 27
University of Glasgow (UoG) (cont d) BEng (Hons) Mechatronics Engineering Systems Mechanical Engineering Mechatronics Mechatronics and Robotics Temasek Polytechnic Aerospace Electronics Aerospace Engineering Biomedical Informatics & Engineering Clean Energy Computer Engineering Electrical & Electronic Engineering Electronics Intelligent Building Technology Mechatronics Microelectronics Other relevant diplomas not listed will be considered on a case-by-case basis. 5. BSc (Hons) Computing Science Business Enterprise IT* Business Informatics* Financial Informatics* Infocomm & Security (formerly known as Engineering Informatics) Cyber Security & Forensics (formerly known as Information Security) Information Technology Multimedia & Infocomm Technology Ngee Ann Polytechnic Engineering Science* Information Technology* Network Systems and Security* Republic Polytechnic Business Applications* Business Information Systems* Information Technology IT Service Management* Mobile Software Development Page 15 of 27
University of Glasgow (UoG) (cont d) BSc (Hons) Computing Science Singapore Polytechnic Computer Engineering* Infocomm Security Management* Information Technology (Information Systems or Enterprise Systems or Solutions Development options)* Temasek Polytechnic Big Data Management & Governance Computer Engineering* Cyber and Digital Security Digital Forensics Game Design & Development (formerly known as Game Entertainment & Technology) Info-Communications* Information Technology Mobile & Network Services Mobile & Wireless Computing* *Applicants holding these diplomas must either have taken a Data Structures and Algorithms option, or successfully complete a short pre-sessional course to be accepted on the programme. Other relevant diplomas not listed will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Page 16 of 27
The Glasgow School of Art (GSA) 1. BA (Hons) Communication Design Digital Media Design Interaction Design Mass Media Management Motion Graphics & Broadcast Design Visual Communication Ngee Ann Polytechnic Advertising & Public Relations Arts Business Management Animation & 3D Arts Film, Sound & Video Mass Communication Multimedia & Animation Republic Polytechnic Mass Communication Media Production and Design Singapore Polytechnic Creative Media Design Digital Animation Media & Communication Visual Communication & Media Design Visual Effects & Motion Graphics Temasek Polytechnic Communication Design Digital Film & Television (formerly known as Moving Images) Interactive Media Design Visual Communication Refer to website for programme-specific requirements. Page 17 of 27
The Glasgow School of Art (GSA) (cont d) 2. BA (Hons) Interior Design Animation Digital Game Art & Design Digital Visual Effects Game Development & Technology Industrial Design Interactive Design Motion Graphics & Motion Design Spatial Design (formerly known as Space & Interior Design) Visual Communication Ngee Ann Polytechnic Horticulture & Landscape Management Landscape Design & Horticulture Product Design & Innovation Sustainable Urban Design & Engineering Republic Polytechnic Arts and Theatre Management Game Design Interactive and Digital Media Media Production and Design Sonic Arts Singapore Polytechnic Architecture Digital Animation Experience & Product Design Game Design & Development Landscape Architecture Interior Design Visual Communication & Media Design Visual Effects & Motion Graphics Temasek Polytechnic 3D Interactive Media Technology Apparel Design & Merchandising Communication Design Digital Film & Television Game Design & Development Interior Architecture & Design Environment Design Product & Industrial Design Retail & Hospitality Design Refer to website for programme-specific requirements. GSA is interested in interdisciplinary practices and cross-fertilisation, and welcomes applications from all diplomaqualified students with an interest in contemporary design issues and studies. Applicants from other diplomas not listed will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Page 18 of 27
University of Liverpool 1. BA (Hons) Criminology and Security Holders of a full-time diploma awarded by any one of the five local polytechnics are eligible to apply. Page 19 of 27
Singapore Institute of Technology 1. B (Hons) Accountancy 2. B (Hons) Hospitality Business 3. MEngTech & BEng (Hons) Sustainable Infrastructure Engineering (Land) 4. MEngTech & BEng (Hons) Sustainable Infrastructure Engineering (Building Services) 5. BEng (Hons) Information and Communications Technology (Software Engineering) 6. BEng (Hons) Information and Communications Technology (Information Security) 7. BEng (Hons) Telematics (Intelligent Transportation Systems Engineering) 8. BEng (Hons) Pharmaceutical Engineering 9. BSc (Hons) Diagnostic Radiography 10. BSc (Hons) Radiation Therapy 11. BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy Holders of a full-time diploma awarded by any one of the five local polytechnics are eligible to apply. Page 20 of 27
Singapore Institute of Technology - DigiPen Institute of Technology (DigiPen) 1. BEng (Hons) in Systems Engineering (ElectroMechanical Systems) Holders of a full-time diploma awarded by any one of the five local polytechnics are eligible to apply. Singapore Institute of Technology - University of Glasgow (UoFG) 1. BSc (Hons) Nursing Nursing Ngee Ann Polytechnic Health Sciences (Nursing) Students applying for entry to the Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Nursing programme should: Be qualified as a Registered Nurse Hold current registration with the SNB which has to be valid for the year of matriculation Have successfully completed an SNB-accredited Diploma in Nursing programme in Singapore with a GPA of 3 or above. Only these two diplomas are accredited: - : Diploma in Nursing - Ngee Ann Polytechnic: Diploma in Health Sciences (Nursing) 2. MEngTech & BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering Holders of a full-time diploma awarded by any one of the five local polytechnics are eligible to apply. Page 21 of 27
Singapore Institute of Technology - Massey University 1. B (Hons) Food Technology Holders of a full-time diploma awarded by any one of the five local polytechnics are eligible to apply. Articulated diplomas that may allow eligible students direct entry to Year 2 of the programme are: Food Science and Nutrition (NYP) Food Science and Technology (SP) Applied Food Science and Nutrition (TP) Singapore Institute of Technology - Newcastle University (NU) 1. BEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering 2. BEng (Hons) Electrical Power Engineering 3. BEng (Hons): a. Marine Engineering b. Naval Architecture c. Offshore Engineering 4. BEng (Hons) Mechanical Design and Manufacturing Engineering Holders of a full-time diploma awarded by any one of the five local polytechnics are eligible to apply. Applicants must note the following additional English requirement for the above programmes: (To be submitted 2 weeks before class commencement) a. GCE O-Level English must be C6 or better, or b. IELTS 6.5 or better Page 22 of 27
Singapore Institute of Technology - Trinity College Dublin (TCD) 1. BSc Diagnostic Radiography (Joint-Degree) Diagnostic Radiography 2. Honours Degree in Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy (Joint-Degree) Holders of a full-time diploma awarded by any one of the five local polytechnics are eligible to apply. Trinity College Dublin (TCD) 1. BSc Physiotherapy Physiotherapy 2. BSc Occupational Therapy Occupational Therapy 3. BSc Radiation Therapy Radiation Therapy Page 23 of 27
Technische Universität München (Technical University of Munich, TUM) 1. BSc Chemical Engineering Biologics & Process Technology Biomedical Engineering Chemical & Green Technology Chemical & Pharmaceutical Technology Food Science & Nutrition Medicinal Chemistry Molecular Biotechnology Nanotechnology & Materials Science Pharmaceutical Sciences Ngee Ann Polytechnic Biomedical Engineering Biomedical Science Chemical Engineering Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering Environmental & Water Technology Molecular Biotechnology Pharmacy Science Republic Polytechnic Biomedical Sciences Biotechnology Environmental Science Materials Science Pharmaceutical Sciences Singapore Polytechnic Applied Chemistry Bioengineering Biomedical Science Biotechnology Chemical Engineering Chemical Process Technology Chemical Process Technology (Food Technology option) Chemical Process Technology (Industrial Chemistry option) Food Science & Technology Materials Science Perfumery & Cosmetic Science Process Engineering Page 24 of 27
Technische Universität München (Technical University of Munich, TUM) (cont d) BSc Chemical Engineering Temasek Polytechnic Applied Food Science & Nutrition Biomedical Engineering Biomedical Science Biotechnology Chemical Engineering Pharmaceutical Science Other relevant diplomas not listed will be considered on a case-by-case basis. 2. BSc Electrical Engineering & Information Technology Biomedical Engineering Cyber Security & Forensics Electrical Engineering with Eco-Design Electronic Systems (formerly known as Electronics, Computer & Communications Engineering) Infocomm & Security (formerly known as Engineering Informatics) Information Technology Cyber Security & Forensics (formerly known as Information Security) Mechatronics Engineering Multimedia & Infocomm Technology Nanotechnology & Materials Science Telematics & Media Technology Ngee Ann Polytechnic Aerospace Electronics Audio-Visual Technology Automation & Mechatronic Systems Biomedical Engineering Clean Energy Management Electrical Engineering Electronic & Computer Engineering Electronic & Telecommunications Engineering Engineering Science Mechatronic Engineering Network Systems & Security Page 25 of 27
Technische Universität München (Technical University of Munich, TUM) (cont d) BSc Electrical Engineering & Information Technology Republic Polytechnic Aerospace Avionics Biomedical Electronics (formerly known as Biomedical Electronics Engineering) Communications and Automation Electronics Digital Entertainment Electronics Electrical and Electronic Engineering Information Technology Micro and Nanotechnology Mobile Software Development Renewable Energy Engineering Singapore Polytechnic Aerospace Electronics Bioelectronics Clean Energy Computer Engineering (formerly known as Computer & Network Technology) Electrical Engineering Electronics & Communication Engineering Electronics, Computer & Communication Engineering Electronics & Computer Control Engineering Electrical & Electronic Engineering Energy Systems & Management Engineering Systems Engineering with Business Info-Communication Engineering & Design (formerly known as Info-Communication Technology) Infocomm Security Management Information Technology Mechatronics Mechatronics and Robotics Page 26 of 27
Technische Universität München (Technical University of Munich, TUM) (cont d) BSc Electrical Engineering & Information Technology Temasek Polytechnic Aerospace Electronics Biomedical Engineering Biomedical Informatics & Engineering Clean Energy Computer Engineering Cyber & Digital Security Digital Forensics Electronics Infocomm & Network Engineering Information Technology Microelectronics Mechatronics Media & Communication Technology Telecommunications Other relevant diplomas not listed will be considered on a case-by-case basis. 2016 Singapore Institute of Technology Correct as at time of print Page 27 of 27