International Foundation Studies

Programme Details

The International Foundation Studies (IFS) programme is designed to prepare students for direct entry to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree.

Students who have successfully completed Secondary School, GCE O level, or an equivalent qualification could complete the IFS within 8 months. High school leavers (GCE A levels, IB Diploma or equivalent) who do not meet the entry requirements for a bachelor’s degree may be able to fast-track their studies and complete the IFS within a shorter duration through credit exemptions for relevant module(s).

NO AVAILABLE INTAKE

Programme Fees

Local Applicants

International Applicants
  • Application Fee: S$ 100
  • Programme Fees: S$ 4,800
  • Student Development Fee: S$ 300
  • Admin Fee: S$ 200
  • Medical Fee: S$ 80 (Optional)
  • Application Fee: S$ 350
  • Programme Fees: S$ 4,800
  • Student Development Fee: S$ 300
  • Admin Fee: S$ 300
  • Medical Fee: S$ 80 (Compulsory)
  • ICA Student Pass: S$ 120

The above fees are subject to prevailing GST, unless otherwise stated.

Further information

Classroom learning may include:

  • Lectures
  • Tutorials
  • Online Learning
  • Discussion and Presentation

Minimum Class Size – 15. In an event that the class cannot commence due to low take up rate, applicants will be informed within 2 weeks before programme commencement.

Teaching staff: Students can be taught by Ngee Ann Academy full time lecturer or adjunct lecturer. Full details of the lecturing staff can be found here.

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International Students: Find Application details here

Entry Requirements

Local Applicants

International Applicants

Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements
  • Minimum three GCE O Level credit passes (Grade 1 to 6); or
  • Higher Nitec
  • Other qualifications will be assessed based on the equivalence to GCE O level examinations.
  • Minimum 16 Years old (based on date of birth) at point of course commencement
  • Minimum Successful completion of secondary school certificate; or
  • Completion of Grade 10 and above
  • Other qualifications will be assessed based on the equivalence to Grade 10 or Secondary School Certificate
  • Minimum 16 Years old (based on date of birth) at point of course commencement

English requirements

English Requirements
  • GCE O level English (Grade 1 to 6); or
  • IELTS with an overall score of at least 5.5; or
  • TOEFL score of at least 550 (paper-based); or
  • PTE Academic score of at least 42/100; or
  • An equivalent English language qualification; or
  • Ngee Ann Academy English Entrance Test (Pass)
  • IELTS with an overall score of at least 5.5; or
  • TOEFL score of at least 550 (paper-base); or
  • PTE Academic score of at least 42/100; or
  • Medium of Instruction & Assessment is English in Secondary School with a pass in English subject.
  • An equivalent English language qualification; or
  • Ngee Ann Academy English Entrance Test (Pass)

Further Information

  • Programme Title: International Foundation Studies (IFS)
  • Awarded by Ngee Ann Academy
  • Duration: 8 Months* (Full Time)
  • Programme type: Foundation Studies
  • Intakes: January, April, July, October

The International Foundation Studies programme consists of 6 modules.

IFS111 – Academic Skills*
IFS112 – Contemporary Global Issues*
IFS113 – Quantitative Methods
IFS114 – Economics Foundation
IFS115 – Business Management
IFS116 – Accounting and Finance

* Compulsory Modules

Frequently Asked Questions

The IFS is designed to help you develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence for a full-fledged undergraduate degree. This is also a fast-track pathway for those who do not meet the requirements for direct entry to a bachelor’s degree.

High school leavers (GCE A levels, IB Diploma or equivalent) who do not meet the requirements for direct entry to a bachelor’s degree may be able to complete the IFS within a shorter duration through credit exemptions for relevant module(s) previously completed.

Lessons are fully delivered by Ngee Ann Academy’s appointed faculty via a combination of face-to-face instructions and synchronous/asynchronous online sessions.

We are currently working with a university partner to achieve recognition of the IFS programme for direct entry to the university’s undergraduate programmes. Please watch our website for further updates and announcements.

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