FAQs: SMU Exemptions - SMU Undergraduate Admissions

Exemptions

Do I get exemptions for the relevant subjects that I have taken in the Junior Colleges / Polytechnics / High Schools / University?

Singapore-Cambridge GCEA-Levels, IB Diploma, NUS High School Diploma and international qualifications
- Up to 6 subject exemptions

Acceptable Diplomas from Nanyang Poly, Ngee Ann Poly, Singapore Poly, Republic Poly, Temasek Poly
- Up to 10 subject exemptions for those with both Certificate of Merit and Poly Graduating Cumulative GPA of 3.90 and above
- Up to 6 subject exemptions for those with Certificate of Merit
- Up to 4 subject exemptions for those with no Certificate of Merit

The number of exemptions will depend on specific course(s) taken and results obtained for these courses. Exemptions will be assessed by the Dean's Office after the applicant receives an offer of admission into SMU and accepts the offer.

If I am granted some exemptions, can I choose not to be exempted from these modules?

You can choose not to be exempted from the modules. This is a privilege given to you and the final decision lies with you. Please seek advice from your school first before making the final decision.