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  • Academic Level

    Foundation Certificate Course

  • Study Modes

    Full-Time 

  • Course Duration

    9 months

  • Intake Months

    Jan, May, Jul, Nov

  • Estimated Course Fees

    S$4,054.80

  • Mode of Delivery

    Blended Learning (City Campus & Online)
Overview

Introduction

Our Foundation Certificate in Engineering and Technology provides a solid introduction to the core areas of engineering and technology. Covering key topics such as cybersecurity, 3D printing technology, and drafting & design using AutoCAD, this course is designed to build your knowledge and develop practical skills in high-demand specialisations.​

​You can choose to sit for the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) external examinations at PSB Academy as part of this course. The IGCSE qualification (equivalent to O-Level qualifications, grade for grade) can be used as an entry requirement to progress to the Certificate level, followed by a diploma in engineering or IT, and eventually, a Bachelor’s Degree.​

​By the end of this course, you will:​

  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of cyber security and technical engineering concepts​
  • Develop practical skills in areas such as network essentials and 3D printing​
  • Enhance your ability to draft and design using AutoCAD​
  • Be prepared for the Cambridge IGCSE exams ​

Course Highlights

  • Purpose-built STEM Campus

    Immerse yourself in a STEM-focused environment equipped with facilities such as an engineering lab, a fluid mechanics lab, a dedicated engineering project room and multiple computer labs running AutoCAD, MATLAB and other specialised software.

  • Option to sit for Cambridge IGCSE Exams

    Cambridge IGCSE is recognised by leading universities globally and in Singapore, tertiary institutions like Singapore Management University and the 5 polytechnics recognise the Cambridge IGCSE qualification (equivalent to O-Level qualifications, grade for grade).

  • Essential Engineering and IT Skills

    Get trained in professional skills such as 3D printing, cyber security essentials, network essentials, and usage of AutoCAD (2D & 3D) software.

Duration

Students will be studying 6 modules, and are expected to complete the course within 9 months.

Learning Mode

Blended (City Campus & online)

Modules

  • AutoCAD (2D & 3D)
  • 3D Printing
  • Cyber Security Essentials
  • Network Essentials
  • Mathematics*
  • English as a Second Language (Count-in Speaking)*

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

*Students have the option to sit for the IGCSE external examinations at PSB Academy. They may use the IGCSE qualifications as an entry requirement to progress to the Certificate level. Students must achieve an overall mark of at least 50% in PSB Academy internal assessments to satisfy our graduation requirements.

Lesson Duration

On average 2 - 3 hours per session

Intakes

  • January
  • May
  • July
  • November

Minimum Class Size

10

Mode of Assessment

Assessment of this course may include assignments, projects, online quizzes and external examinations. Cambridge IGCSE external examination sessions occur twice a year, in June and November. Results are issued in August and January.

Maximum Candidature

18 months

Graduation Requirements

In order to graduate, students have to:

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

 

Academic Requirements

  • 2 GCE 'N' level (grade A-D or grade 1-5) or equivalent; OR
  • NITEC; OR
  • Mature candidates (≥30 years old with 8 years’ work experience); OR
  • Candidates with other qualifications will be considered as case-by-case basis

Minimum Age Requirement

  • 15 years old

English Language Requirement

  • GCE ‘N’ level English (grade A-D); 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$4,054.80

International Students

  • Course Fee: S$5,493.60

Other Mandatory Fees

Singapore-based Students

  • Application Fee: S$160.00
  • Student Development and Administration Fees (New Students): S$400.00

International Students

  • Application Fee: S$490.00
  • Student Development and Administration Fee (New Students): S$1,250.00

IGCSE Fees

Singapore-based & International students:

  • Examination Fee per IGCSE subject: S$181.00

*IGCSE Exam fees subject to periodic review by Cambridge

Miscellaneous Fees

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