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  • Academic Level

    Diploma Course

  • Study Modes

    Full-Time, Part-Time (or opt for Online) 

  • Course Duration

    Full-Time: 9 - 12 months

    Part-Time: 12 months

  • Intake Months

    Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct

  • Estimated Course Fees

    Full-Time: S$7,673.60

    Part-Time: S$6,540.00

  • Mode of Delivery

    Blended Learning (City Campus & Online) 
Overview

Introduction

Our IT diploma equips you with a solid foundation in developing applications for both businesses and public organisations. By integrating technical skills with an understanding of business processes, you will learn to harness the power of information technology to support and enhance operations across various industries.​

By the end of this IT diploma, you will achieve:​

  • A strong foundation in IT principles applied to business processes​
  • Practical skills in software development and system implementation​
  • Enhanced problem-solving abilities using technology solutions for diverse industries​
  • Earn an optional industry recognised certification from EC-Council​
  • A professional network through career mentoring, engagement with industry veterans, and industry visits, supported by student chapters memberships

Choose to study full-time or part-time and enjoy a flexible mix of online and in-person learning, or opt for a 100% online diploma. Upon completion, you can choose to further your studies with a degree from our university partners*. 

*Subject to university's approval. 

Course Highlights

  • Industry Certification

    Earn an optional industry recognised certification EC-Council Certified Security Specialist (ECSS) and an IT diploma.

  • Essential Information Technology Skills

    Gain essential IT skills in development, programming, and software engineering, and learn how computer organisation and operation systems work.

  • Direct Entry To University

    Advance directly into Year 2 of a Bachelor’s Degree with our university partners or receive module exemptions; subject to university’s approval.​

  • Industry Immersion

    Enjoy opportunities for career mentoring, engagement with industry veterans and complimentary access to professional events with Singapore Computer Society and The Institution of Engineering and Technology student chapter memberships.

Industry Collaboration

EC-Council is the world’s largest cyber security technical certification body. They have trained and certified over 200,000 information security professionals globally. Their certification programs are recognised worldwide and have received endorsements from various government agencies including the US Federal Government.

PSB Academy is proud to be an EC-Council Academia Partner offering EC-Council Academia Programmes in Singapore. We are also proud to be awarded the EC-Council Academia Partner Of The Year 2023 in APAC for excellence in cybersecurity training and education.

EC-Council Certified Security Specialist ​

Allows students to enhance their cybersecurity technical skills in three different areas - Network Defence, Ethical Hacking and Digital Forensics.​

Student Stories

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    I chose PSB Academy because the IT diploma pathway was fast-paced and practical. It turned out to be one of the best decisions I’ve made.
    Aravind S/O Kalai Selvan
    Alumni Class of 2023 | School of Engineering and Technology
    Diploma in InfoComm Technology, PSB Academy
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    This initiative opened up new responsibilities for me as a content writer focusing on analytics topics in the tech space — something I wouldn’t have dared to push for before this diploma.
    Lim Swee Ming
    Alumni Class of 2024 | School of Engineering and Technology
    Diploma in InfoComm Technology, PSB Academy
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    One of my most unforgettable moments at PSB Academy was working with my group mates to create and present a GUI-based game.
    Vijeta Senthil Nathan
    Alumni Class of 2023 | School of Engineering and Technology
    Diploma in InfoComm Technology, PSB Academy
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    The combination of practical education, industry exposure, and a clear academic progression has been instrumental in my growth and confidence.
    Mohamed Khaliful Amin
    Alumni Class of 2023 | School of Engineering and Technology
    Diploma in InfoComm Technology, PSB Academy
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    I particularly enjoyed working with Python, and the project where we created games using Python significantly enhanced my programming skills.
    Hong JunYoung
    Alumni Class of 2024 | School of Engineering and Technology
    Diploma in InfoComm Technology, PSB Academy
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Duration

Students will be studying 9 modules, and are expected to complete the course within 12 months with possible completion in 9 months.

Learning Mode

Blended (City Campus & online)

Modules

  • Introduction to Computer and Operating Systems
  • Introduction to Software Engineering
  • Discrete Mathematics
  • Introduction to Programming
  • Data Communication and Networking
  • Academic Reading and Writing 2

Elective Modules (Choose 3 Modules) 

  • Information Systems and the Organisations
  • Database Design and Modelling
  • Security Specialist*
  • Applied Communication

The delivery of modules is subject to change and may not follow the sequence as shown above.
Read more about the modules here.

*Student must achieve an overall mark of at least 50% in order to obtain a pass grade in the module to satisfy PSB Academy Diploma requirement and an overall mark of at least 70% in order to obtain the EC-Council Certification: EC-Council Certified Security Specialist (ECSS).

External Exam

  • EC-Council Certified Security Specialist (ECSS) certification exam for Security Specialist module

Lesson Duration

On average 2 – 3 hours per session

Intakes

  • January
  • April
  • July
  • October

Minimum Class Size

8

Mode of Assessment

Assessment of this course may include assignments, projects, online quizzes and written examinations.

Maximum Candidature

24 months

Graduation Requirements

In order to graduate and progress to our Degree programmes, students have to:

  • complete and pass the modules stipulated in the course structure
  • fulfil attendance requirement

 

Duration

Students will be studying 9 modules, and are expected to complete the course within 12 months.

Learning Mode

Blended (City Campus & online)

Modules

  • Introduction to Computer and Operating Systems
  • Introduction to Software Engineering
  • Discrete Mathematics
  • Introduction to Programming
  • Data Communication and Networking
  • Academic Reading and Writing 2

Elective Modules (Choose 3 Modules) 

  • Information Systems and the Organisations
  • Database Design and Modelling
  • Security Specialist*
  • Applied Communication

The delivery of modules is subject to change and may not follow the sequence as shown above.
Read more about the modules here.

*Student must achieve an overall mark of at least 50% in order to obtain a pass grade in the module to satisfy PSB Academy Diploma requirement and an overall mark of at least 70% in order to obtain the EC-Council Certification: EC-Council Certified Security Specialist (ECSS).

External Exam

  • EC-Council Certified Security Specialist (ECSS) certification exam for Security Specialist module

Lesson Duration

On average 2 – 3 hours per session

Intakes

  • January
  • April
  • July
  • October

Minimum Class Size

8

Mode of Assessment

Assessment of this course may include assignments, projects, online quizzes and written examinations.

Maximum Candidature

24 months

Graduation Requirements

In order to graduate and progress to our Degree programmes, students have to:

  • complete and pass the modules stipulated in the course structure
  • fulfil attendance requirement

Academic Requirements

  • 2 GCE 'A' levels; OR
  • PSB Academy Certificate in Engineering and Information Technology; OR
  • Mature candidates (≥30 years old with 8 years work experience)
  • Candidates with other qualifications will be considered as case-by-case basis

Minimum Age Requirement

  • 16 years old

English Language Requirement

  • GCE 'O' level English (grade 1 to 7); OR
  • IELTS score of 5.5; OR
  • PSB Academy's Certificate in English Proficiency programme; OR
  • PSB Academy English Proficiency Test; OR
  • An equivalent English language qualification

International Qualifications

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Academic Requirements

  • 2 GCE 'A' levels; OR
  • PSB Academy Certificate in Engineering and Information Technology; OR
  • Mature candidates (≥30 years old with 8 years work experience)
  • Candidates with other qualifications will be considered as case-by-case basis

Minimum Age Requirement

  • 16 years old

English Language Requirement

  • GCE ‘O’ level English (grade 1 to 7); OR
  • IELTS score of 5.5; OR
  • PSB Academy’s Certificate in English Proficiency programme; OR
  • PSB Academy English Proficiency Test; OR
  • An equivalent English language qualification

International Qualifications

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Course Fees

Singapore-based Students

  • Course Fee: S$7,673.60
  • Progressing Student Rate (After Rebate): S$6,906.24

International Students

  • Course Fee: S$12,644.00

Other Mandatory Fees

Singapore-based Students

  • Application Fee:
    • New Students: S$160.00
    • Progressing Students: Application fee is waived
  • Student Development and Administration Fee:
    • New Students: S$430.00
    • Progressing Students: S$430.00

International Students

  • Application Fee:
    • New Students: S$490.00
    • Progressing Students: Application fee is waived
  • Student Development and Administration Fee:
    • New Students: S$1,280.00
    • Progressing Students: S$580.00

Miscellaneous Fees

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Course Fees

Singapore-Based Students:

  • Course Fee: S$6,540.00
  • Progressing Student Rate (After Rebate): S$5,886.00

Other Mandatory Fees

Singapore-based Students

  • Application Fee:
    • New Students: S$160.00
    • Progressing Students: Application fee is waived

 

Miscellaneous Fees

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