Polytechnic Diploma Applicants

I do not have GCE O-Level qualifications prior to my Diploma from the local Polytechnics. Can I apply for admission?

Yes, you can apply for admission, even if you do not have any GCE O-Level qualifications.

Does SMU accept any type of Polytechnic Diploma for the purpose of admission?

For the purpose of admission, SMU will consider acceptable polytechnic diplomas (except Advanced Diplomas/Specialist Diplomas/Certificate Courses) from the 5 Polytechnic institutions in Singapore (Nanyang Polytechnic, Ngee Ann Polyechnic, Singapore Polytechnic, Republic Polytechnic and Temasek Polytechnic). Such diplomas are typically done on a full-time basis over three years.

Will applicants applying with a full set of Polytechnic results have an advantage over the final semester Poly students who apply using their five semester results?

Both groups will not be disadvantaged. Final year students are required to submit their final semester results immediately when available.

I am a Polytechnic graduate. Do I need to have a Certificate of Merit to apply?

You do not need to have a Certificate of Merit to apply for admission. You are welcome to apply as long as you satisfy the basic entry requirements.

Polytechnic Diploma Applicants

Polytechnic Diploma Applicants

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