FAQS

Loads of questions in your mind. Find answers for your questions, Singapore campus delivers the best FAQ’S from educational institutions in Singapore and Singapore government websites

  How do I apply to study in Singapore ?
Application procedures are dependent on the type of institutions the students are applying to. In general, you need to check the application procedures with the educational institution of your choice.
  General criteria for applying to courses in Singapore ?
Copy of Passport, Copy of Birth Certificate, Copies of Highest Educational Certificates and Transcripts, Employment history (If any), recent passport-size photographs, Passes in English. Offer letter will be send by the school after review.
  What are the documents required ?
For all education courses, basic documents are the copy of passport, registration form, highest standard education level and English Proficiency. After this submission, the student is required to wait for an OFFER LETTER from the school.
  When Should I Apply for a Visa ?
All applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to apply at least 60 days ahead of the anticipate travel date.
  What Are The Requirements For Getting A Student Visa ?
All student visa applicants must demonstrate that they : are entering the United States for a temporary stay only for the purpose of pursuing a full course of study at a recognized institution of learning; have a residence outside the United States to which they intend to return following their studies; have sufficient resources available to provide for the total cost of their education; and have sufficient command of the English language or will enroll in intensive English language courses in the United States. In addition, the school must report to the State Department that you have been accepted to study there by entering your data into the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS). See below for more about SEVIS.
  How often can I visit my home country while holding the scholarship ?
As often as you like at your own cost during the school vacations, if you do not have any school activities. During the school term, you will need the prior approval of the principal of the secondary school/junior college that you are in before returning to your home country.
  Singapore Student Visa Information ?

Visa Fees: For Student Visa, you have to pay $US13.

The Following Documents are Required:

• Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond date of departure required by all.

• Valid travel documents including an onward or return ticket.

• Sufficient funds/Complete Bank Statement.

• Two passport-size photos.

• Form or letter from college/university in Singapore.

• Three completed application forms.

• Yellow fever vaccination certificate if passing through or coming from an endemic zone within 6 days of arriving in Singapore.

• Local sponsor?s ID card, with photocopy, except for those in Institutes of Higher Learning.

• Birth certificate.

• All educational certificates and results .

  Work & Study programme ?
Helmsdale has an exciting Work & Study programmer but it is limited to experienced Cooks & Chefs in India. To qualify, there is great demand for employment in Singapore. Helmsdale can assist in securing jobs - a minimum salary of SGD$1,800 and above for experienced cooks and chefs from India with proper qualification, And without the need for face-to-face interviews! The cook/chef must have a certificate qualification from an established cooking school at India and must also have a good testimonial from their previous work place. While working in Singapore, the person can enroll in a part-time course to upgrade his/her skill.
Work & Study programme
We promote the standard courses that relates to Hospitality such as F & Bs, Food Preparation and others. The courses usually take 6 months of theory classes and 6 On-Job-Training, where the student will be paid.
  What is the medium of instructions in Singapore schools ?
All subjects (except Mother Tongue eg. Chinese, Malay and Tamil) are taught in English.
  Is financial assistance available ?
Singapore invests generously in education as it firmly believes in nurturing talents and developing the leaders of tomorrow. To this end, a large assortment of financial assistance schemes are available to help international students fund their education.

Tuition Fee Grant

For studies at a local university or polytechnic, the Tuition Fee Grant administered by the Ministry of Education (MOE) subsidizes up to 80% of tuition fees and is available to all students. As an international student, you are eligible for the same grant subject to the signing of a deed with the Singapore government undertaking to work in a Singapore-registered company for three years, upon completion of your programme.

Bursaries

International students may apply for bursaries to pay for their tuition fees and other expenses. Bursaries are grants awarded purely on the basis of financial need and usually do not exceed S$1,500 per academic year.

Study Loans

Alternatively, students may opt to apply for a study loan, usually payable upon graduation or completion of the programme, at favourable interest rates. Some educational institutions offer additional loans for miscellaneous expenses, such as computer loans.

Scholarships

A number of scholarships are also open for application. Selection is usually based on academic excellence and leadership, or co-curricular track records.
  How often can I visit my home country while holding the scholarship ?
As often as you like at your own cost during the school vacations, if you do not have any school activities. During the school term, you will need the prior approval of the principal of the secondary school/junior college that you are in before returning to your home country.
  General criteria for Applying to courses in Singapore ?
Copy of Passport, Copy of Birth Certificate, Copies of Highest Educational Certificates and Transcripts, Employment history (If any), recent passport-size photographs, Passes in English. Offer letter will be send by the school after review.
  How often can I visit my home country while holding the scholarship ?
As often as you like at your own cost during the school vacations, if you do not have any school activities. During the school term, you will need the prior approval of the principal of the secondary school/junior college that you are in before returning to your home country.
  How many scholarships are given out every year in each country ?
The number of scholarships given in each country for every year varies from less than 5 to around 50. Scholarships will be offered to all students who achieved outstanding performances in the selection test and interview.
  I’m interested in furthering my studies in Singapore. Where can I find information on this ?
Singapore Campus delivers the information about education in Singapore. Singapore campus provides the best and unique standards of information of schools, colleges, Private schools, International Schools, Universities, polytechnics etc.. Search options about various courses offered in Singapore universities and colleges. Directory services of schools all over Singapore. Users on this website before opting for study options in Singapore can avail the mostly accurate information about their desired courses.