Entry
English and classroom readiness
Students who need more time with English can first consider Business English or Foundation before moving into diploma or degree-level study.
EDUSTATION PRIVATE UNIVERSITY LAB · KAPLAN SINGAPORE
Kaplan Singapore
Private University Pathway Guide
This page is designed for families who need a first-round pathway assessment. The focus is not only the course name, but the right entry level, major direction, full budget, application documents, EduTrust, Student Pass, FPS course fee protection, medical insurance and refund timeline.
English / FoundationDiploma Year 1 pathwayBachelor's / Top-upMaster's / PQPEduTrust / FPS
EDUSTATION ASSESSMENT
Start with the right entry level before choosing a course name
Kaplan has many programme names. Families do not need to memorise every option at the beginning. The more useful approach is to identify the student's correct starting level: English, Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor's, PQP or Master's.
Progression
Diploma as a Year 1 pathway
High school graduates who meet academic and English requirements may assess Diploma as a common entry point before progressing to a partner university degree.
Direction
Choose the academic field first
Before selecting a university, families should first decide whether the student is better suited for business, IT, data, media, psychology, law and criminology, or hospitality.
PATHWAY + STUDENT PROFILE
Common pathways based on student background
The following profiles are used for preliminary planning. Final admission is subject to Kaplan and partner university assessment, latest entry requirements, transcripts, English results and available intakes.
After GaokaoBusiness / IT / Media
High school graduate seeking a private university pathway in Singapore
Diploma can be assessed as a common entry point. If English is not yet at the required level, Business English or Foundation may be planned first.
TranscriptEnglish levelMajor directionAfter junior highYounger student pathway
Student needs an earlier transition into Singapore private higher education
Families should assess age, English, mathematics and academic background. Foundation Diploma or Computer & IT Foundation may be relevant, together with guardianship and accommodation planning.
AgeGuardianshipFoundationEnglish supportLanguage first
Student is motivated but needs time for academic English
Business English can support academic reading, writing, presentations, assignments and examinations before the student moves into the next level.
PlacementKTE / IELTSStudy paceDiploma / PolytechnicDegree progression
Student already has a diploma or tertiary qualification
Families can assess credit exemptions, direct entry, top-up pathways, final awarding university, major fit, English requirements and overall duration.
Credit exemptionUniversity assessmentAwarding institutionMaster's routeMBA / IT / Finance
Bachelor's graduate considering postgraduate study in Singapore
Options may include PQP, Graduate Certificate or Master's programmes, depending on bachelor's background, work experience, English requirements and career direction.
Bachelor's backgroundWork experienceEnglish requirementPROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Programme structure: entry level and academic field
Kaplan information should be read by level: English/preparatory courses, Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor's, Master's and short courses.
| Level | Course / direction | Typical duration | EduStation planning focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| English transition | Business English Levels 1–5 | About 2 months per level; about 10 months for all levels | Confirm placement level and English requirements before formal academic entry. |
| Preparatory | IGCSE: English as a Second Language, Business Studies, Mathematics | About 5 months | For selected students who need additional academic foundation. |
| Foundation | Foundation Diploma / Diploma in Foundation Studies (Computer & Information Technology) | About 6 months | For younger students or students who need a foundation-level entry point. |
| Diploma | 23 diploma directions including Accounting & Finance, AI & Data Science, Business Analytics, IT, Law, Mass Communication and Psychology | Usually 8 months | A common pathway for high school graduates; progression is subject to university assessment. |
| Bachelor's | Murdoch, Northumbria, UCD and Portsmouth partner university programmes | About 8–36 months depending on background and university | Check awarding university, major, exemptions, English requirements and recognition needs. |
| Master's | PQP, Graduate Certificate, MBA, MSc IT, MSc Global Finance, MSc Management, MSc AI / Cyber / Data Analytics | About 4–24 months | Check bachelor's background, work experience, English level and study objective. |
PARTNER UNIVERSITIES
Partner universities and academic directions
Families should check which partner university awards the qualification, what the major is, and whether the course structure suits the student's background and future plan.
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Murdoch University
Business, communication, criminology, data analytics, IT and psychology directions.
AccountingBankingFinanceHospitality & TourismMarketingCyber Security & ForensicsPsychological Science
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Northumbria University
Business management, logistics and supply chain, tourism, hospitality and events, and mass communication.
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University College Dublin
Business analytics, digital business, digital marketing, finance, fintech, HRM, logistics and supply chain, management and postgraduate business routes.
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University of Portsmouth
Accounting and financial management, computer science, cyber security and forensic computing, data science and AI, and master's-level AI/cyber/data programmes.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Entry requirements by age, academic background and English
The information below is for preliminary planning. Final admission is subject to Kaplan and partner university assessment.
| Level | Minimum age | Academic basis | English reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business English | 15 | Placement into the appropriate English level | IELTS / TOEFL iBT / TOEIC / Kaplan EPT or equivalent by level |
| Foundation Diploma | 15 | GCE O-Level one pass, NITEC / Higher NITEC, Grade 10 completion, completed secondary education or equivalent | IELTS 5.5 or equivalent; GCE O-Level English D7; or Kaplan Business English Level 5 |
| Computer & IT Foundation | 16 | Similar foundation basis for students moving towards IT/computer/cyber/data pathways | IELTS 5.5 or equivalent; or Kaplan Business English Level 5 |
| Diploma | 16 | GCE A-Level one pass, Kaplan Foundation, Grade 12, IB Diploma, university foundation or equivalent | IELTS 6.0 or equivalent; GCE O-Level English C6; or Kaplan Business English Level 5 |
| Bachelor's | 18 | Kaplan Diploma, Polytechnic Diploma or other equivalent qualification, subject to university assessment | Usually IELTS 6.0–6.5 or equivalent, depending on university and programme |
| Master's | By programme | Relevant bachelor's degree; some programmes may require work experience or bridging | Usually IELTS 6.0–6.5 or equivalent |
FEES & BUDGET
Fees: look at the total amount and the fee components
Different courses may include course fee, application fee, international student management fee and education resource fee. Final amounts are subject to offer, student contract and invoice.
| Course | Duration | Course fee | Application fee | Management / resource fee | Total reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Experience Programme (EEP) | 15 days | S$1,090 | S$196.20 | N/A | S$1,286.20 |
| Business English | 10 months | S$15,478 | S$523.20 | S$1,253.50 / N/A | S$17,254.70 |
| Foundation Diploma | 6 months | S$5,668 | S$523.20 | S$1,253.50 / S$109 | S$7,553.70 |
| Diploma | 8 months | S$15,369 | S$523.20 | S$1,253.50 / S$109 | S$17,254.70 |
| PQP Master's bridge | 4 months | S$9,810 | S$523.20 | S$1,253.50 / S$109 | S$11,695.70 |
| Partner university bachelor's / master's | By course | Varies | Usually S$523.20 | By course | Common ranges shown in the Chinese page; final invoice applies |
Budget should also include Student Pass-related costs, medical check-up, accommodation, guardianship, self-paid medical expenses, materials, retake/re-module fees, KTE re-test fees, bank charges and living expenses.
KTE & ADDITIONAL COSTS
Kaplan English Test and additional cost reminders
KTE may affect the student's entry level and timeline. The first test is free. For KHEA proprietary courses, KTE from the second test onwards is S$60 before GST. For partner university degree programmes, KTE from the second test onwards is S$90 before GST.
KTE
First test
Free, where required by entry requirements.
KHEA proprietary courses
From second test
S$60 before prevailing GST.
Partner university programmes
From second test
S$90 before prevailing GST.
REFUND TIMELINE
Refund timeline: count back 45 working days from course start
Refund reference is based on when the school receives the written withdrawal notice. Final processing follows the student contract and school confirmation.
Refund reference
More than 45 working days before course commencement
Reference refund band: 80% of paid course fees.
Within 45 working days before course commencement
Reference refund band: 50% of paid course fees.
After course commencement
Reference refund band: 0%.
Cooling-off period
The pre-course counselling information refers to a 10-calendar-day cooling-off period from contract signing.
45-working-day calculator
Enter the Course Commencement Date. This tool excludes Saturdays and Sundays only, not Singapore public holidays.
Example: course start 2026-07-01 counts back to around 2026-04-29; course start 2026-09-01 counts back to around 2026-06-30.
APPLICATION FILE
Application documents: prepare according to the application form
The form should be completed fully; incomplete information may delay processing.
Basic information
- Course name, intake month/year and selected major
- Passport name, Chinese name where applicable, gender and marital status
- Date of birth, age, place/country of birth and province/state
- Passport number, issue date, expiry date and issuing authority
- Nationality, home country address, contact number and email
Emergency contact and students under 18
- Emergency contact should be an immediate family member or legal guardian
- Applicants under 18 must appoint father, mother or legal guardian as representative
- If a non-parent guardian is appointed, legal documentation such as authorisation documents may be required
- After approval, parent/guardian may need to sign the student contract
Student Pass and declaration
- Immigration refusal or deportation history
- Conviction history
- Previous entry ban to Singapore
- Use of different passport or name for Singapore entry
- Previous or current Singapore citizen/PR status
Education, work, funds and checklist
- Secondary/high school education history in English with notarised Chinese/English documents
- Work history where applicable
- Funds and sponsorship information where required
- Passport copy, notarised birth certificate/household register where applicable
- Diplomas, certificates and transcripts with notarised translations
- Payment proof and passport-size white-background photo
EDUTRUST · FPS · STUDENT PASS
EduTrust, FPS and Student Pass safeguards
Families should verify EduTrust, FPS course fee protection, student contract, medical insurance, Student Pass, attendance and work restrictions together.
EduTrust
4-Year EduTrust Certification
Kaplan Higher Education Academy is presented on this page as holding 4-Year EduTrust Certification for 20 May 2026 – 19 May 2030. KHEA's PEI Registration Number is 199409389H and the PEI Registration Period is 20 May 2026 – 19 May 2032.
FPS
Course fee protection
Kaplan arranges course fee protection under the Fee Protection Scheme. The provided information identifies Lonpac Insurance Bhd as the appointed provider.
Insurance
Medical insurance
Kaplan arranges medical insurance for international Student Pass holders. The provided information identifies Insurance Income as the provider.
Student Pass
Student Pass
Full-time international students usually require a valid Student Pass. Application and approval are subject to school and ICA requirements.
Attendance
Attendance
International students should maintain the attendance requirements specified by the course and Student Pass conditions.
Work restriction
Work restriction
Student Pass holders may not engage in paid or unpaid work, industrial attachment or internship without a valid work pass issued by MOM.
EduStation checklist: PEI Registration No. 199409389H, PEI Registration Period 20 May 2026 – 19 May 2032, 4-Year EduTrust Certification 20 May 2026 – 19 May 2030, student contract, FPS, medical insurance, Student Pass application, attendance and work restrictions.
EDUSTATION METHOD
What EduStation checks first
The key is to match the student's current background with the right Kaplan entry point.
| Family provides | EduStation checks | Output |
|---|---|---|
| Age, current grade, certificates / transcripts | Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor's or Master's starting level | 1–2 priority pathways |
| English results / language level | Whether Business English, KTE, IELTS or another English pathway is needed | English entry suggestion |
| Target major and future direction | Academic field and partner university fit | Major category + university shortlist |
| Budget and expected graduation timeline | Course fees, application fee, management/resource fee, living and accommodation budget | Budget range and timeline |
| Under 18 / accommodation and guardianship needs | Guardianship, contract signing, parent documents and arrival arrangement | Pre-application checklist |
Contact EduStation
Send us the student's background first
Please send the student's age, current qualification, transcripts, English level, target major, budget and intended intake. EduStation will first assess whether English, Foundation, Diploma, Bachelor's or Master's is the more suitable starting point.
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