Republic Polytechnic

PROFILE REPUBLIC POLYTECHNIC

locationSingapura

Established in 2002

Year of Establishment

Republic Polytechnic is a public polytechnic in Singapore that offers full-time diploma programmes across applied science, business, engineering, hospitality, infocomm, sports and health, and arts and design, with a campus located in Woodlands. It is positioned for applied, practice oriented learning and highlights a problem based learning approach and structured internship exposure to help students gain workplace readiness before graduation. International students can apply through Republic Polytechnic’s international admissions routes and may be assessed through entrance tests depending on qualification type.

ACHIEVEMENTS

Republic Polytechnic publishes outcomes and student experience features that emphasise industry exposure and employability oriented training, including stated full internship placement for its students and a structured approach to learning and development through its diploma curriculum. It also states that it offers over 40 full-time courses across multiple schools and disciplines, indicating broad programme coverage for learners seeking applied pathways in Singapore.

  1. Stated 100% internship placement (institutional publication)
  2. Offers over 40 full-time courses across diverse fields (institution corporate profile)

FACILITIES

Republic Polytechnic’s campus facilities include purpose built educational venues, student support spaces, dining and retail options, and sports infrastructure. The institution also lists dedicated areas for learning activities and community events on campus. Facilities availability and access may vary by student status and campus policies.

  1. Agora Halls, RP Main Campus
  2. Exhibition Hall, RP Main Campus
  3. Lecture Theatre, RP Main Campus
  4. Lecture Rooms, RP Main Campus
  5. Smart Lecture Room, RP Main Campus
  6. Facilitation Rooms, RP Main Campus
  7. Library, RP Main Campus
  8. MakerSpace, RP Main Campus
  9. North Food Court (Food Paradise), RP Main Campus
  10. Lawn Food Court (Food Canopy), RP Main Campus
  11. South Food Court (Koufu + 1983 Taste of Nanyang), RP Main Campus
  12. Café @ TRCC (Artease Café), RP Main Campus
  13. Café @ Library (Artease Cafe), RP Main Campus
  14. Subway, RP Main Campus
  15. Licious Place, RP Main Campus
  16. Sushi Tea, RP Main Campus
  17. Max Juice Co., RP Main Campus
  18. 7-Eleven, RP Main Campus
  19. Pacific Bookstores, RP Main Campus
  20. Competition Hall, RP Main Campus
  21. Badminton and Table Tennis Hall, RP Main Campus
  22. Multi-Purpose Hall, RP Main Campus
  23. Tennis Court and Outdoor Courts, RP Main Campus
  24. Football and Rugby Field, RP Main Campus
  25. Swimming Complex, RP Main Campus
  26. Martial Arts Room, RP Main Campus

LOCATION

INTAKE & PROGRAMMED OFFERED

Intake

PRE UNIVERSITY

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: NA

UNDERGRADUATE

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: NA

POST GRADUATE

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: NA

Programmes

List of undergraduate programmes

  1. Common Science Programme
  2. Diploma in Applied Chemistry
  3. Diploma in Biomedical Science
  4. Diploma in Biotechnology
  5. Diploma in Environmental and Marine Science
  6. Diploma in Pharmaceutical Science
  7. Common ICT Programme
  8. Diploma in Business Information Systems
  9. Diploma in Digital Design and Development
  10. Diploma in Financial Technology
  11. Diploma in Infocomm Security Management
  12. Diploma in Information Technology
  13. Common Business Programme (jointly offered by School of Management and Communication and School of Hospitality)
  14. Diploma in Business
  15. Diploma in Consumer Behaviour and Research
  16. Diploma in Human Resource Management with Psychology
  17. Diploma in Mass Communication
  18. Common Sports and Health Programme
  19. Diploma in Health Management and Promotion
  20. Diploma in Health Services Management
  21. Diploma in Outdoor and Adventure Learning
  22. Diploma in Sport Coaching
  23. Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science
  24. Common Arts, Design and Media Programme
  25. Diploma in Arts and Theatre Management
  26. Diploma in Design for Games and Gamification
  27. Diploma in Design for User Experience
  28. Diploma in Media Production and Design
  29. Diploma in Sonic Arts
  30. Common Engineering Programme
  31. Diploma in Aerospace Engineering
  32. Diploma in Aviation Management
  33. Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  34. Diploma in Engineering Design with Business
  35. Diploma in Engineering Systems and Management
  36. Diploma in Industrial and Operations Management
  37. Diploma in Supply Chain Management
  38. Diploma in Sustainable Built Environment
  39. Diploma in Customer Experience Management with Business
  40. Diploma in Hotel and Hospitality Management
  41. Diploma in Integrated Events Management
  42. Diploma in Restaurant and Culinary Operations
  43. Diploma in Tourism Management with Technology

 

TUITION FEE & LIVING COST

TUITION FEE

APPLICATION FEE

NA

PRE UNIVERSITY

UNDER GRADUATE

POSTGRADUATE

NA

S$12,561 per academic year

NA

Living Cost

Approximately S$2,020 to S$2,925 per month including accommodation

ACCOMODATION

on-campus
Campus Heights

Republic Polytechnic states that international students can apply for accommodation at Campus Heights, subject to availability. Students are encouraged to secure accommodation before arriving in Singapore.

off-campus
HDB flat room rental

Republic Polytechnic notes that many international students stay in Housing and Development Board flats due to relative affordability and commonly rent rooms from flat owners. Off campus housing is typically arranged independently by students

  1. Common option mentioned by RP: renting rooms in HDB flats
  2. Typical monthly room rental range for a rented room in a government flat in Singapore: S$500 to S$2,200 (estimate from Singapore Economic Development Board cost of living calculator)