Singapore

• Minimum age: 16 years old
• IELTS 5.5* (or its equivalents)
• Completion of GCE-O Level with L1R4 credits – 1 English Language and 4 Relevant subjects (score C6 & above) or other qualifications such as:
– Minimum completion of High School Grade 10
– Or completion of IGCSE from international schools
• GCE-O Level students with L1R3 credits, will need to submit Portfolio & Personal Statement for evaluation on their eligibility into the Diploma studies
• Portfolio – Minimum submission of 5 pieces of artwork using any or a combination of the following media:
– Photographs / Videos
– Freehand drawings
– Paintings / Illustrations
– Collage / Mood Boards
– Arts and Crafts (In 2D or 3D format)
• Personal Statement – To submit 300 to 500 words, which reflects the portfolio submitted & the applicants’ interest in pursuing their choice of programme
• GCE-O Level students with L1R2 and L1R1 credits, will need to enrol for the Foundation Studies Certificate programme prior to admission into the Diploma courses

• IELTS 6.0* (or its equivalents)
• Completion of Raffles Diploma
• For non-Raffles students – Completion of relevant Diploma/ Advanced Diploma studies
• Submission of Portfolios, Transcripts and Course syllabus are required for credit transfer assessment

• Minimum age: 18 years old
• IELTS 6.5* (or its equivalents)
• Completion of relevant Advanced Diploma studies
• Submission of Portfolios, Transcripts and Course syllabus

• Minimum Age: 20 years old
• IELTS 6.5 (with a minimum score of 5.5 across all skills)
Students with IELTS 5.5 (across all skills), are required to take 3 months HELP (Higher English Language Programme) at Raffles Singapore
• Honours Degree 2.2 (or its international equivalent) for Lower Second Class Honours in relevant/ design related discipline
• Applicants, who do not meet the minimum Honours Degree 2:2 (or its equivalents) – Must have a minimum of 3 years working experience in relevant industries or management role in design related fields; or professional certificates by accredited bodies; (and/or post-graduate in marketing – for Design Management)
• Portfolios in design related works (especially for Graphic Design and Interior Design applicants)

• Minimum Age: 15 years old
• IELTS 4.5* (or its equivalents)
• Minimum completion of High School Grade 9

• IELTS test result is only valid within 2 years from the date the results are issued*
• Students, who do not meet the minimum English requirements, are required to take English Placement Test (EPT) at Raffles
• Minimum EPT result equivalents to IELTS 3.5 is required
• Based on EPT result, a student could either be exempted from the English courses or enrolled into either 3 months Foundation English or 3 months Advanced English or 3 months HELP (Higher English Language Programme) courses at Raffles Singapore
• English courses cannot be taken concurrently with Foundation Studies Certificate, IGCSE, Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Bachelor and Master Degree courses

Application Procedures

• Submit the Application Form and Application Fee Payment, together with soft copies of the following documents:

• Applicant’s latest Educational Transcripts and Certificates (Original language and English translated)
• Course Syllabus and Portfolio (for design courses) for credit transfer application
• IELTS/ TOEFL/ TOEIC/ Other English Language Qualification
• Applicant’s Passport
• Parents’ Passport (for applicant who is below 18 years of age)
• Passport sized photo
• Resume (if applicant has working experience for more than one (1) year)
• Company reference letter (if any) to state job title/ position, duration of employment, and job responsibilities
• Application Fee Payment Receipt will be issued once student’s payment is credited into Raffles Bank Account
• Letter of Acceptance (LOA) will be issued once assessment of student’s application is done, and the student is eligible for admission
• Upon issuance of LOA, Standard Student Contract is issued for student to sign
• Course Fee Invoice will be issued for student to make the 1st Instalment payment at least 1 month before the intake month
• Student’s Pass/ Visa Application will be processed for international applicant

Please be advised that the Chinese Service Centre for Scholarly Exchange (CSCSE) has stipulated that international academic programmes seeking accreditation must be completed on campus with in-person classes. Full-time External Degree Programmes provided by Raffles College of Higher Education in Singapore adhere to this requirement, as they are delivered in-person.

However, it’s important to note that part-time External Degree Programmes at Raffles College of Higher Education in Singapore include a combination of in-person classes and online learning. Consequently, these part-time programmes may not meet the criteria for CSCSE accreditation. The decision for accreditation lies solely with the CSCSE.

To ensure eligibility for CSCSE accreditation, we recommend applying for full-time External Degree Programmes only. Raffles College of Higher Education in Singapore bears no responsibility if you opt for a part-time External Degree Programme and fail to secure CSCSE accreditation.