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Polytechnics

Commentary

It’s time the polytechnic diploma got the recognition it deserves

Polytechnics have been central to Singapore’s economic growth since the establishment of the first - Singapore Polytechnic (SP) - in 1954.
Polytechnics have been central to Singapore’s economic growth since the establishment of the first - Singapore Polytechnic (SP) - in 1954.

Space tech specialisation at Ngee Ann Poly among announcements at Space Summit

EDB's office for Space Technology & Industry signed a letter of intent with the Spanish space agency to promote industry collaborations.
EDB's office for Space Technology & Industry signed a letter of intent with the Spanish space agency to promote industry collaborations.

11 polytechnic and ITE lecturers appointed Straits Times News Literacy Champions for 2026

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14 lecturers from ITE and polytechnics shared to peers about how they integrated current affairs in their teaching in an event kicking off this year’s Straits Times News Literacy Champions programme on Jan 29. The kick-off event will also officially appoint 11 lecturers who will be joining this year's edition of the programme.
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14 lecturers from ITE and polytechnics shared to peers about how they integrated current affairs in their teaching in an event kicking off this year’s Straits Times News Literacy Champions programme on Jan 29. The kick-off event will also officially appoint 11 lecturers who will be joining this year's edition of the programme.

Branded Content

No course fees, on-job training: Earn a diploma while protecting Singapore

Muhammad Ezuwan (left) and Chew Rui Ming are officers in SPF's Policing-Study Diploma Programme, which allows them to work as Police Sergeants while earning their qualifications at Temasek Polytechnic.
Muhammad Ezuwan (left) and Chew Rui Ming are officers in SPF's Policing-Study Diploma Programme, which allows them to work as Police Sergeants while earning their qualifications at Temasek Polytechnic.

Students question polytechnics’ use of AI in open house publicity materials

AI was utilised in the creation of the visual content used in Open House posters pasted around Temasek Polytechnic.
AI was utilised in the creation of the visual content used in Open House posters pasted around Temasek Polytechnic.

What to know about Temasek Polytechnic’s Diploma in Fashion Management & Design

The Temasek Polytechnic Open House Fashion Show 2026 on Jan 9, which featured the works of over 13 graduates from the Diploma in Fashion Management & Design.
The Temasek Polytechnic Open House Fashion Show 2026 on Jan 9, which featured the works of over 13 graduates from the Diploma in Fashion Management & Design.

Picking your polytechnic diploma: Most courses don’t last more than a decade, how should you decide?

Prospective students at the Republic Polytechnic Open House, which took place from Jan 8 to 10, ahead of the release of O Level results.
Prospective students at the Republic Polytechnic Open House, which took place from Jan 8 to 10, ahead of the release of O Level results.

Full-time employment rate stable for fresh poly graduates in 2025, with starting pay on the rise

The median gross monthly salary of poly graduates in full-time permanent employment continued to grow, from $2,900 in 2024 to $3,000 in 2025.
The median gross monthly salary of poly graduates in full-time permanent employment continued to grow, from $2,900 in 2024 to $3,000 in 2025.

Take a cue from online shopping when picking your next school

When picking a school after your O levels, you can “window shop” online and then examine the “product” at open houses.
When picking a school after your O levels, you can “window shop” online and then examine the “product” at open houses.

Minor Issues

JC or poly: How I guided my daughter to make a choice

It is decision time for teens after the release of the 2025 GCE O-level exam results on Jan 14.
It is decision time for teens after the release of the 2025 GCE O-level exam results on Jan 14.

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