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Discover your TALENT. Transform your LIFE. Achieve your dreams.

Welcome to another exciting issue of @RP! Find out in this issue how Republic Polytechnic (RP) can help you discover your talent, transform your life and achieve your dreams.

Discover what a typical school day is like for a 3rd Year Diploma in Customer Relationship and Service Management student from the School of Hospitality (Page 8). Then on Page 14, learn how the lives of three students were transformed after receiving RP Scholarships. “Dear RP” returns in this issue on Page 17 and our counsellors address questions close to your hearts.

RP has launched three exciting new diploma programmes that may interest you: Diploma in Mobile Software Development, Diploma in Consumer Behaviour and Research, and Diploma in Sports Coaching. Find out more about these new diplomas and other courses from Page 19 to 43. Our bumper 25-page Course Guide gives you more insights into RP’s eight Schools/Centres and 38 diplomas. Use it as your guide to higher education. In addition, the Course Guide features seven outstanding RP graduates and exciting careers they have embarked on. May they inspire you to reach new heights!

Our Open House is from 5 to 7 January 2012 and do mark your calendar! Join your parents at the Parents’ Forum on 7 January, to explore together what RP has in store to help you in your career. Take along the redemption/ lucky draw card found on Pages 45 and 46 to exchange for your exclusive hamper and stand a chance to win an iPad 2, and many other attractive prizes.

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2 RP ALL-ROUNDERS

Good-looking and smart – these students have them all!

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A DAY IN THE LIFE

Discover what an RP student’s day is like.

10 SURVIVAL GUIDE

Don’t know what you need for school? Don’t sweat – this guide will help!

11 COOL HOT SPOTS

Students share what they like best about RP!

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12 AFTER-SCHOOL FUN!

Be spoilt for choice with these exciting Student Life Activities.

14 SCALING HEIGHTS

Find out how RP scholarships changed the lives of these students!

16 STAR FACILITATORS

See why your future is in great hands!

17 DEAR RP

Get expert advice from our counsellors.

ACHIEVE

Advisors:

Seto Lok Yin Ronald Wong

Editorial Team @ Office of Corporate Communications:

Josephine Teo Charlene Soh

Contributors:

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Nurhadi Khan Pamela Loh Pauline Chua Seeneth Hanifa Ser Bee Yee Shaaron Tan Sherlene Tan Stephanie Tan Tan Song Koy Tay Ket Ling Vanessa Teo Wendy Goh Yoko Song

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18 FIND YOUR FIT

Take the Q & A and discover which School/Centre suits you best!

19 COURSE GUIDE

Get your dream career with our 38 diplomas!

44 EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

Exciting happenings to look forward to!

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Is that an aeroplane in RP?

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Yes, that’s right! The 300 kg aircraft parked at North Agora belongs to the School of Engineering((SEG). With many similarities to the Boeing 787, this masterpiece was assembled by six of our very own students from the Diploma in Aerospace Engineering!

• Nai Dan wears black and white printed top, blue leather jacket, both by River Island. Purple satchel bag, pink beaded bracelets, pink beaded necklace with feathers, all by New Look. Purple leggings, stylist’s own.

• Shahrul wears blue striped T-shirt, washed denim shirt, grey cardigan, all by River Island. Denim jeans by Pull and Bear. Old Skool camouflage backpack by Vans. Red G-shock watch by Casio. Assorted black leather bracelets by 77th Street. Spectacles, socks and bow tie, stylist’s own.

Think beauty and brains don’t mix? Meet six awesome students that bust the myth! They boast excellent GPA scores above 3, and are active in pursuing their passions and Student Life Activities.

Check out how they juggle their time to have them all.

As long as I balance my time well between work and play, I believe that I will still be able to score good grades!

Mohammad Shahrul Nizam Bin Shahrudin A Year 2 Game Design student from the School of Technology for the Arts, Shahrul enjoys drawing, collecting comics, and playing games, of course! The Student Council member’s interest in sports also prompted him to join the Sports Club.

Study Tip #1 – Listen in class and be attentive so you know what’s happening. That way, you will have more ideas to share during class discussions.

Study Tip #2 – If you’re unsure about a particular topic in class, read up on it on related websites or books and you’ll be amazed at how much it can help boost your understanding of the issue. Or, you could also ask your friends for help!

Zhang Nai Dan

An Integrated Events Management student from the School of Hospitality, Nai Dan is part of Marketing Interest Group (IG), which gave her a chance to travel to Shanghai with other members to gain an on-site experience of the industry’s environment and culture over there. The Year 2 student enjoys travelling and shopping.

Study Tip #1 – Besides just reading books and understanding theories, it is important that you know how to apply what you’ve learnt for your assignments and Understanding Tests.

BEHIND THE SCENES!

Come on, big smile! For the two-hundred-and-fiftyfourth time!

Long but fun walk from one facility to another...

We’re so lucky! We’ve got to pose with this awesome flyer!

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Photography: Edwin Tan @ Lumina Photography assisted by Lawrence & Wang Stylist: Verna Tan assisted by Michelle Lee & Nikki Tan Hair: Sarah Foo Makeup: Gigi Sng

You need to know how to manage your time well. Have a target because it gives you a deadline to work towards, and guides you to which areas to focus on f irst.

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• Jocelyn wears orange tube top, printed tank top, denim skinny jeans, orange beads and chain necklace, orange floral print bangles, brown tote bag, all by New Look. Orange cardigan by River Island. Brown skinny belt, stylist’s own.

• Sven wears white T-shirt with Mickey print, Brown jacket with hood, both by River Island. Denim jeans by New Look.

Old Skool checked backpack by Vans. Orange G-shock watch by Casio. Leather bracelet, stylist’s own.

Other than directing everyone to the main entrance of the campus, this popular stretch is also a linkway from the One-Stop Centre to the E1 Canteen which you will pass by each day if you join RP!

Learn to prioritise your schedule based on what is important to you. I’ll always put my studies f irst and try not to let anything affect it.

Sven Ng Boon Yee A Pharmaceutical Sciences student from the School of Applied Science, Sven flaunts a passion for fashion as well as weightlifting. The third-year student enjoys weightlifting as it enables him to challenge himself and go beyond his own limits. A motivated individual, Sven believes that the key to getting good grades is practice and more practice!

Study Tip #1 – Don’t force yourself to memorise everything. Instead, try to highlight the key points and write notes as this will help to jog your memory when the time comes.

Study Tip #2 – Use analogies when possible to deepen your understanding on the subject matter.

Study Tip #3 – Always know when is the right time to study, and when is the right time to play too!

Jocelyn Ng Guat Ting

A goal-driven netballer, Jocelyn is in the Netball IG and she has participated in major competitions! In her free time, the third-year Sports and Leisure Management student from the School of Sports, Health and Leisure enjoys training at the gym and shopping.

Study Tip #1 – Your facilitator will recommend some reading materials before class each week, so be sure to read up on them to be prepared! You should also participate in class discussions, share ideas with your classmates and ask questions. Be confident and practice to perfect your presentations.

Study Tip #2 – Review your Reflection Journals to help you keep track of what you have learnt in class.

Study Tip #3 – Categorise your daily ‘problems’ according to the different modules you’re taking as it will make it easier to revise for your Understanding Tests.

We have limited time to do certain activities in the day. So it’s important to manage our time well in order to have enough time to rest, revise and spend quality time with friends and family.

Practising their million dollar runway walk!

while Sven waits restlessly!

Spending over an hour for a gorgeous hairdo...

And now they have to wait for the photographer to get ready!

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BEHIND THE SCENES!

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• Steley wears red PVC jacket, red striped polo T-shirt, denim jeans, all by Pull and Bear. Old Skool purple backpack by Vans. Yellow G-shock watch by Casio. Necklace with metal pendant, assorted leather bracelets, both by 77th Street.

• Shaistah wears denim dress by Esprit. Pink leopard print scarf by Stradivarius. Brown satchel bag, purple suede wedge heels, both by New Look. Leggings, belt and earrings, stylist’s own.

The Reel RoomReal People, Real Entertainment

Located in the heart of the library, the Reel Room is a perfect chill-out place. Catch up with friends or play games while you feast on delightful western food.

Maintaining good grades is possible if you manage your time wisely.

Steley Ren Shuheng An experienced classical guitar player from GEnRe, RP’s Guitar Ensemble IG, Steley is a second-year Biomedical Electronics student from the School of Engineering. He has taken part in many concerts including Reflections, Thank God It’s Friday (TGIF) and Gen Vaganza IV. His other hobbies range from basketball and swimming to shopping and listening to music.

Study Tip #1 – Use every minute that you spend in class well because that’s where you will learn the most!

Study Tip #2 – Revise early to prepare for your Understanding Tests so that you will have ample time to complete revisions for all the modules that you are taking.

Shaistah Munawar A budding journalist, Shaistah is a final-year student from the Diploma in Communication and Information Design at the Centre for Culture and Communication. Being in this course and an active member of Write IG has provided her with many opportunities to write articles that have even been published in magazines! With a strong passion for journalism, Shaistah aspires to work for national news publications in the future. Her other interests are reading and watching movies.

Study Tip #1 – Give your 100% attention during class. That makes revisions for examinations so much easier because you would already have the concepts in your mind!

Study Tip #2 – Put in great effort for your assignments because that helps you gauge how much you have understood from your lessons, and guides you in determining which areas you need to improve on.

Ask questions in class and participate actively in group discussions to broaden your knowledge!

Getting direction from both stylist and photographer!

Hey, look! It’s me and myself!

This will be a wonderful experience that we’ll always remember!

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BEHIND THE SCENES!

ADayintheLife

A Day in the Life of a

customer relationship and service management student!

We trail Abigail Chua around campus to find out what a typical school day is like for a Year 3 Customer Relationship and Service Management student at the School of Hospitality (SOH).

9:45am-10:00am

Today ’s module is Service Operations Management. Our facilitator Mrs Patricia Yeo starts class by revising last week’s quiz answers. It’s a great way to reinforce our learning!

We receive the Problem Statement’ for the day from Mrs Yeo and our group starts on the Problem Definition Template to find out how theme parks can use technology to better engage their customers and improve service operations.

9:30am

I arrive in school early for class and ready to take on the day!

10:15am-10:30am

Mrs Yeo comes round to check that we’re on the right track and briefs us about our mini site visit later! Each team is asked to visit a different place in RP to find out how each one uses technology to improve their service!

We’re excited as our group will go to the library and Oliva restaurant located on level 10 at Block E1.

10:00am-10:15am

10:30am-11:00am

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Wow, I didn’t know that so many types of technology are used in the kitchen! We are supposed to use our mobile phones to capture how technology is used here so I snap a few shots that we need to use later in our presentation.

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During our first study break, my team and I visit Oliva, RP ’s Restaurant Training Lab facility for SOH students. We’re greeted by mr marcus aw, who shows us around.

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Now, we’re at the library where Mrs Yeo tells us about the technology that helps to improve the ‘time-to-shelf’ process and ease of book search by users.

11:00am-12:15pm

Back in class, Mrs Yeo goes through the concepts of the day’s learning via the Resource Review.

1:00pm-2:15pm

We head back to class and start working on our presentation. It’s great that everyone listens to each other’s ideas and we can work so well together!

12:15pm-1:00pm

Time for lunch at E-Canteen! I order my favourite fish noodle soup and while eating, some of my group mates and I continue our discussion.

2:15pm-4:00pm

It’s time for our group’s presentation and I’m excited to share with the rest of my class what we’ve come up with!

After all of the groups have presented, it’s time for Mrs Yeo to do the 6th Presentation (6P), which offers one way to tackle today’s problem!

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Another fun and fruitful day in school! I’m heading home to finish up my daily Reflection Journal, Quiz and Evaluation. Bye!

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Experienc e RP toda y!

To find ou tm www.rp.ed ore, visit u.sg/learn ingjourney

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4:00pm-4:15pm

After class, my friends and I chill out at the cool and comfy Reel Room.

SurvivalGuide

TopTips

Not sure what you need to bring to RP? Here’s a list of items you won’t be able to live without – and some you might want to consider keeping at home!

Jackets

You may love the air-con but after long hours in class, the cold may get to you. It’s best to bring along a jacket!

Thumb Drive

Thumb Drives can be real lifesavers especially when you need to transfer your presentation slides over to your group mates!

No matter how good the battery life of your laptop is, it most certainly won’t last for eight hours straight in class!

Notebooks Yes, we do mean actual notebooks to write in. You may not need it for class but it’ll come in handy when you need to take down important information during after-school group meetings.

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Slippers

This is a big no-no! Wearing slippers to school will not only get you into trouble but will also stop you from being able to enter class and take examinations!

Pencil Case

If you’re thinking of stocking up on stationery supplies before the semester begins, STOP! You won’t even need a pencil case as almost everything is done online at our paperless campus. BUT, it’s always good to carry around a pen, in case you need to jot down notes on-the-go.

Mobile Broadband

Thanks to RP’s campus-wide wireless Internet connection, you can leave the dongle at home, too.

Textbooks

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Laptop Say hello to your new best friend – for the next three years at least! Being a paperless school, laptops are an absolute must in RP! From your lessons to your exams and assignments, everything will be done on your laptop!

Charger

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Files

Paperless means you won’t need any bulky files either!

You won’t need to bring any textbooks to classes most of the time, since all the lesson materials are available online!

Cool Hot Spots!

StreetPoll

“The lawn! Because it connects the East and West blocks and offers a panoramic view of RP.”

“I like the One-Stop Centre best as the range of services meets many of my needs. The comfy couches and the warm hospitality of the staff brighten my school days.”

“The entire campus ambience is great. I especially love that it’s all air-conditioned because even on hot days, I feel motivated to study!”

Sariyanto Bin Slamat Diploma in Communication and Information Design Centre for Culture and Communication Year 1

Siti Nabilah Bte Mohd Said Diploma in Business Applications School of Infocomm Year 1

San Juan Jan Moses Bowling Diploma in Aerospace Engineering School of Engineering Year 1

“The E1 canteen! I really like the design of the canteen as all the stalls are aligned in one corner, which helps manage the traffic in the canteen! It’s also spacious and offers a really nice outdoor atmosphere.”

“The library – it’s where you can study and enjoy yourself too, especially with the games available here that allow us to have fun after exams!”

“The Reel Room! The food is really good and I love how they always play a wide genre of music. There’s also the cool pool tables that make the ambience even better!”

Preemal Sandhu Diploma in Integrated Events Management School of Hospitality Year 3

Piragathesh s/o Subramanian Diploma in Biomedical Sciences School of Applied Science Year 2

Eyra Fazira Bte Md Pauzi Diploma in New Media School of Technology for the Arts Year 2

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Students speak up on what they love best about RP!

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wakeboarding

Love water sports? Try wakeboarding! It’s a combination of surfing, skateboarding, snowboarding and waterskiing – and RP’s Wakeboarding team dominates the sport! It emerged as overall champion at the Rip Curl Inter-Varsity Polytechnic (IVP) Competition 2011 and often takes part in various inter-tertiary and polytechnic competitions.

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Come practice traditional martial arts with awardwinning competitors in our Silat IG! Despite being the youngest Silat team among the various polytechnics, RP’s Silat team did the school proud in the Tertiary Silat Championship where they won a variety of gold, silver and bronze medals!

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conservation

Green your life with Conservation IG (Con IG)!

Channel your concern for the environment towards worthy causes through Con IG as you get to take part in various environmentbased events and projects in partnership with external organisations such as Singapore Zoo, National Environment Agency, World Wildfire Fund, and many more.

www.rp.edu.sg/osg/sla

rugby

Yet another champion RP sports team, our Rugby IG comprises two divisions – Contact Rugby and Touch Football – that have been clinching the top two spots for two years running at the POL-ITE Games. The team also organises inter-tertiary events and gives back to the community by conducting rugby clinics for schools.

Join them and be among winners!

archery

Always wanted to be able to shoot an apple off a person’s head using a bow and arrow? Join Archery IG and you probably could! You will learn everything about archery from the very basics including how to maintain the correct standing posture. IG members have participated in several competitions and won medals at the PolytechnicInstitute of Technical Education (POL-ITE) Archery Competition 2011. In fact, one of their prized archers, Wendy Tan, even took part in the SEA Games 2011!

trek earth

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If you count legendary mountaineer Sir Edmund Hillary among your idols, TrekEarth IG is just for you! Learn all about trekking such as map reading and the proper usage of trekking equipment while on outdoor adventures. Marvel at the beauty of nature as you trek together with your IG buddies!

Scholarships

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Heights

Scholarships are usually paired with opportunities and for Jerome Chew,

Sheereen Loke and Syamil Siddiq, securing their respective scholarships is probably the best thing that has happened to them in their polytechnic journey!

Exciting Opportunities Await with RP Scholarships !

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If you aspire to be like Jerome, Sheereen and Syamil, here’s your chance!

Apply for a prestigious bond-free scholarship offered in collaboration with leading industry partners worth $2,500 per academic year! Scholars can look forward to participate in the exclusive Republic Polytechnic Leadership Programme, where you can pick up leadership skills, achieve personal growth, and gain insights from established industry mentors.

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Check out www.rp.edu.sg/scholarship to apply!

An Eventful Journey

Jerome Chew

The Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) Scholarship was the icing on the cake for Jerome Chew, who was already pursuing his six-month internship at RWS when he received the wonderful news.

Worth $4,000, the scholarship went a long way in motivating the Year 3 Diploma in Integrated Events Management student.

“I did not do so well in school when I was younger. But when I entered RP, I immersed myself in my studies and constantly improved. This scholarship has made me realise I can do so much more,” says Jerome.

The star student was awarded the scholarship for being a well-rounded student who is both eloquent and academically-driven.

“Interning as a scholar has helped me become a more assertive leader,” he added.

In fact, Jerome’s excellent performance during his internship enabled him to take on the role of a VIP tour guide, which is rare for a non-permanent staff.

Sheereen Loke

The Adventure of a Lifetime!

Hard work and self-belief paid off for Sheereen Loke, who won the Outward Bound Singapore Scholarship.

The Diploma in Outdoor and Adventure Learning final-year student was given an incredible opportunity to participate in a four-month internship at Outward Bound Hong Kong, where she assisted in the programmes while picking up valuable skills from the instructors there.

Despite being far away from home, Sheereen was prepared for all the possible challenges that lay ahead and knew that she had to embrace every opportunity that came her way.

“Being a scholar does not mean you get to do all the ‘cool’ stuff.

Sometimes, you need to be receptive to administrative work and simple things like cleaning the equipment store,” she shares.

A fruitful experience indeed, Sheereen’s Hong Kong stint has enhanced her drive and work ethic as someone who gives nothing but the best in all she does.

“I wasn’t the best student back in secondary school. I saw myself grow in RP and getting this scholarship meant that I pushed myself to my personal best,” she says.

A Passion for Aviation

Syamil Siddiq

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Passion sure does take you to places and Syamil Siddiq is a fine example. The third-year student from the Diploma in Civil Aviation was doubly excited to secure the Air Line Pilots Association Singapore (ALPA-S) Scholarship as well as secure an internship with Changi Airport Group, which was something he had always wanted.

“Being part of the Changi Airport Group, an organisation that manages the world’s most awarded airport, has definitely been an eye-opener for me,” he comments.

Thanking RP for the confidence it has instilled in him, Syamil performed the role of a Changi Youth Ambassador commendably during his internship, doing his part to assist passengers and visitors in having a stress-free experience at the airport.

“The experience of presenting day in, day out in school has developed my excellent communication skills, which was useful as the skills helped me to perform my job,” he says.

Indeed, Syamil’s rewarding scholarship and internship experiences have reinforced his determination to succeed in his area of interest.

StarFacilitators!

FacilitatorsSpotlight

With their impressive corporate backgrounds and credentials, these two outstanding facilitators play a vital role in students’ transformation during their time at RP.

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6 years with rp school of sports, health and leisure (shl) Prior to joining RP in 2005, Mr Grain Baysa-Pee worked as a teacher in the University of Philippines and later as litigation lawyer with Baker & McKenzie in the Philippines. Currently a full-time facilitator at RP’s School of Sports, Health and Leisure (SHL), Mr Grain Baysa-Pee is also the Programme Chair for the new Diploma in Sports Coaching, and plays a mentoring role to his fellow facilitators in SHL to assist them in finding new teaching approaches. With his enthusiasm and excellent portfolio, he’s a deserving winner of several awards including RP’s in-house ‘Outstanding Facilitator Award’ in 2010.

RP nurtures students differently from other tertiary institutions by… Putting in a lot of effort to really know the students both inside and outside the classrooms. Due to the small size of classes, there is a high level of interaction between students and facilitators, which ensures that no learning opportunity is missed. The vibrant Interest Group and Creative Engagement activities also provide students with plenty of opportunities to build their character and interests.

PBL is a teaching tool that… Ensures students learn not only to pass an exam but also to solve real problems and “defend” their solutions.

My law background… Enables me to use real examples in my Sports and Leisure Related Law class to help students appreciate why they need to understand some legal principles.

mr juraimi jumahat

4 years with rp school of technology for the arts (sta)

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Before joining RP’s School of Technology for the Arts (STA), Mr Juraimi Jumahat honed his design skills over a period of 12 years while working in various industries. His achievements include designing corporate identities for the Singapore Police Force and Creative Technology Ltd, where his position as Art Director saw him responsible for the management of the company’s advertising campaigns right across the Asia Pacific region. As a Senior Academic Staff in the Diploma in New Media, he’s able to share the experience he amassed over the course of his career with students in areas related to his professional background.

The modules Mr Juraimi Jumahat teaches include “Fundamentals of Design” and “Graphic Design”.

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RP nurtures students differently from other tertiary institutions by… Encouraging students to explore their original ideas, analyse their creative processes, and be confident when communicating with others.

RP students are expected to solve critical problems effectively, every day. These kinds of experiences help students become both independent and resourceful when getting the job done. But best of all, RP students

are confident and effective when communicating their ideas with others, thanks to our approach. Being a true believer of Problem-based Learning, I know that students will understand more when engaged in practical hands-on tasks. We groom our students so that the industry can be confident that they are ready to handle real-life problems, both now and well into the future.

I make my classes interesting by... Sharing and discussing the mistakes real life designers make when working in the commercial world!

This approach engages my students who are exposed to the real world, making class more relevant and fun for them.

My past corporate experiences... Guide me in everything I do. I reflect on my experience when mentoring my students, encouraging them to do more and helping them make good decisions that will affect their life over the long term. I have gained a lot from working in the creative industries, both here in Singapore, and in the global market as well. I want to share my experience with the next generation of professionals so that they can get a head start in life.

DearRP...

Got an issue you need help tackling? Our counsellors are at your service!

Curious Is industrial attachment compulsory for all courses?

What is the duration for the internships?

It’s good to know that you’re already thinking a few steps ahead! Currently, industrial attachment is not compulsory for all courses. As for the duration, internship programmes may range between 4 and 24 weeks but it varies for different Schools/Centres.

For more information, visit www.rp.edu.sg/internship/contactus

Worried

Help Trying 2 My eldest sister is a final-year RP student and she is wondering about her future career and advancement opportunities. How and where can she seek advice?

We would encourage your sister to have a chat with the team of trained career coaches at RP’s Student Career Services to seek advice and guidance on career planning and development. For more information and professional advice on career planning, please get your sister to contact the dedicated team of career coaches at help-studentcareer@rp.edu.sg

Everyone in RP seems so friendly and sociable!

But I’m very shy and I’m afraid I’ll not be able to mix well with my new classmates. I don’t want to feel left out. What can I do?

It’s okay to feel this way because it’s always difficult coming into a new environment, meeting new people and looking for a social group where we feel comfortable. But don’t worry, once you’ve broken out of your comfort zone, you’ll realise that it’s not hard to mingle at all! Here are some tips to help you through this:

• Try taking the first step by establishing contact with others.

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• Practice talking to one new person daily.

Of course! Many polytechnic graduates have landed in prestigious local and overseas universities so don’t worry – polytechnic education not only trains you to be a competent worker but also prepares you for your degree programme. In fact, one of the benefits of having a polytechnic diploma is that it may provide you with one to two years’ exemption when you enrol in relevant degree programmes in local or overseas universities.

• If establishing one-on-one contact makes you nervous,

try voicing out from within a group, such as during class discussions or presentations.

• Smile often so you come across as approachable and people can tell that you are open for communication.

• Be positive and make new friends.

• With an array of activities at RP that adds value to your

education and life, you could join Clubs/Interest Groups that cultivate your interests and expand your social circle.

Make your journey at RP a fruitful and enriching one!

Good luck!

About Student Career Services

About Student Services Centre

RP Student Career Services helps students discover their true potential and equips them with the employability skills needed to attain their dream jobs. It offers Career Coaching, Resume Writing Workshops, Campus Career Fairs and Talks, and many more.

The Student Services Centre takes care of the holistic well-being of students in order to optimise their learning journey.Its counselling service can assist in the following areas: interpersonal/personal/ emotional issues, coping with and solving problems, and decisionmaking. Have a chat with out friendly counsellors who are located at SSC (Counselling Room) from Mon-Fri, 8:30am-6:30pm.

For more information, visit www.rp.edu.sg/studentcareer

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I really like RP’s environment and I’m thinking of enrolling here. But I’m not sure if I should go to junior college or polytechnic because I might want to go to university later on. Is it possible to still go to university after graduating from polytechnic?

Q&A

FindyourFit! Not sure which of RP’s eight Schools and Centres is for you?

Fret not... just take this quiz to find out!

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Do you like meeting new people?

Are you into gadgets and techie stuff?

Do you have a flair for writing?

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School of Infocomm (SOI) Turn to page 34

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Does the human body fascinate you?

Do you love using technology to express yourself artistically?

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Do you enjoy sports and other outdoor activities?

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School of Applied Science (SAS)

School of Technology for the Arts (STA) Turn to page 37

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Are you curious about how business works?

School of Sports, Health and Leisure (SHL) Turn to page 28

School of Engineering (SEG) Turn to page 24

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Turn to the Course Guide on page 19 to read more!”

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School of Hospitality (SOH)

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course guide

Contents School of Applied Science (SAS) School of Engineering (SEG) School of Sports, Health and Leisure (SHL) School of Hospitality (SOH) School of Infocomm (SOI) School of Technology for the Arts (STA) Centre for Culture and Communication (CCC) Centre for Innovation and Enterprise (CIE)

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School Of Applied Science

Sas

www.rp.edu.sg/schoolscentres/sas

Is Science your favourite subject in school? Curious about the secrets of the

human body and want to find out all about the underlying mysteries of DNA? Mar vel at the wonders of Science when you pursue your education at the School of Applied Science (SAS).

Exciting careers await you in: • Biotechnology Industries

• Chemical Industries

• Drug Discovery and Development

• Environmental and Water Services

• Healthcare Industries

• Medical Laboratory Technologies

• Medical Research

• Nutraceutical and Functional Food Industries

• Pharmacy Industries

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

• Pharmaceutical Research

• Quality Control Services

• Research and Development Laboratories

• Semiconductor Industries

Facilities Spotlight

• Anatomy Museum

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• Functional Food Lab

The Functional Food Lab, which is recognised by the Health Promotion Board (HPB), has the expertise to contribute to the development of food and beverages that meet HPB’s “Healthier Choice Scheme” criteria. Equipped to support research and development work and resolve industry-related issues, the lab features equipment like Food Texture Analyser, Stability Analyser, Moisture Analyser, Colour Measurement Spectrophotometer, Water Activity Meter, and Stability Chamber.

Designed to support the teaching of the anatomy for all staff and students, the Anatomy Museum showcases fascinating collections of anatomical specimens including the human system and its pathology conditions. The museum also holds special workshops for students to develop interest and appreciation of the human body.

More facilities:

• Analytical Chemistry Labs • Biologics Labs • Clinical Diagnostics Labs • Chemical Synthesis Lab • Diagnostic Imaging Labs • Eco Remediation Facility • Genomic Analysis Lab • Materials Characterisation Lab • Mass Spectrometry Lab • Microbial and Cellular Analysis Lab • Pharmaceutical Technology (RP-BASF Joint Lab) • Plant Tissue Culture Lab • Proteomic Analysis Lab • RP/NTU Materials Processing Lab • Waste to Energy Facility • Water Technology Lab

COURSES Diploma in Biomedic al Scienc es Diploma in Biotechn ology Diploma in Materi als Science Diploma in Pharmac eutical Sciences

Diploma in Environm ental Scie nce

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Did you know?

SAS students have represented Singapore at the Bayer Young Environmental Envoy in Germany and the 3rd Eco-Minds Asia Pacific Forum in New Zealand!

SAS students take Anatomy and Physiology, Genetics, Molecular and Cell Biology, Materials Science, and Environmental Science modules amongst others!

Diploma in Biomedical Sciences

Diploma in Biotechnology

[JAE Code: R14]

[JAE Code: R16]

Specialisation Options: Biomedical Science, Medical Laboratory Technology

Specialisation Options: Biotechnology, Food and Nutrition

Are you intrigued to find out what happens when a blood sample is taken to the lab to be analysed? You will learn all about human health, diseases and medical diagnostic techniques in the Diploma in Biomedical Sciences – while solving real-life health problems in our state-of-the-art labs! Learning modules include Anatomy and Physiology, Toxicology, Neurobiology and Genetics!

Discover the power of biotechnology to alter biological systems, create medical wonders, and even manage the world’s food supply through modules like Molecular and Cell Biology, Recombinant DNA Technologies, Cell Culture and Nutrition and Food Science in the Diploma in Biotechnology!

Be a… Medical or Laboratory Technologist in research, diagnostics and therapeutics, Biomedical Sales and Marketing Executive or Laboratory Technician in biomedical and pharmaceutical research laboratories!

Be a… Laboratory or Technologist in the biopharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical technology and food industries, or a Marketing Specialist in companies dealing with lab equipment and consumable supplies that support the biomedical sciences industry.

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SAS Diploma in Materials Science [JAE Code: R17]

Specialisation Options: Materials Science, Biomaterials, Microelectronics Materials Won’t it be cool to create Batman’s Body Armour – for real? In the Diploma in Materials Science, you will learn how to manipulate materials to create such groundbreaking innovations! Come and invent the impossible when you take modules such as Biomaterials, Materials Science, and Polymer and Composite Materials.

Be a… Laboratory Technologist, Quality and Logistic Control Executive or Assistant Engineer in process and research development! Or look forward to a myriad of opportunities in the materials, electronics, chemicals, semiconductor, polymer, aerospace, environmental, and healthcare industries.

Diploma in Pharmaceutical Sciences [JAE Code: R22] Specialisation Options: Pharmacy Practice, Industrial Pharmacy Ever wonder how a tiny tablet or capsule has the power to cure a headache almost instantly? The Diploma in Pharmaceutical Sciences will show you just how medicines are made and why they work. Learn modules such as Clinical Skills in Pharmacy Practice, Pharmaceutical Compounding, and Good Manufacturing Practice – and be part of a billon-dollar industry!

Further Studies

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Graduates have the option to pursue degrees in Biomedical Sciences, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Materials Science, and Environmental Science locally and overseas.

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Be a… Pharmacy Executive, Assistant or Technician in retail, community and hospital pharmacies! Job opportunities also extend to research and development laboratories, clinics, research organisations, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and sales and marketing industries.

Diploma in Environmental Science [JAE Code: R29]

Specialisation Options: Environmental Technology and Management, Environmental Biotechnology Will climate change affect your food supply, utility bills or future living conditions? To know more and to learn how to mitigate this worldwide problem, you might want to consider the Diploma in Environmental Science!

Designed to help save the planet, this diploma tackles environmental issues while searching for new sources of renewable energy. Modules include Pollution Control and Management, Energy Utilisation and Management, and Water and Wastewater Treatment.

Be a… Laboratory or Technologist in the environmental and water services or consultancy industries, as well as Quality Control Personnel or Technologist in support of R&D initiatives!

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Cutting-edge labs!

RP has 28 specialised labs and three Technology Development Centres supporting the learning of science and R&D in the areas of biomaterials, electronic materials, composite materials, synthetic chemistry, functional foods, pharmaceutical formulations, water, renewable energy, sustainable technologies, natural products, bioassays, medical diagnostics and more!

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School Of ENGINEERING www.rp.edu.sg/schoolscentres/seg If you enjoy more than just tinkering with your gadgets and wanting to dismantle them to find out how they work, the exciting courses by the School of Engineering (SEG) will equip you with the skills and knowledge to pursue your interest and passion in the areas of engineering.

Exciting careers await you in:

• • • • • • • • • • • • •

Airlines and Aerospace Aviation Regulations Biomedical Electronics Clean and Renewable Energy Electronics/Electrical Engineering Entertainment Electronics Equipment Testing Green Building Technologies Logistics Operations Planning and Management Product Design and Development Quality Management and Control Supply Chain Management

• Technical Marketing

Facilities Spotlight

touch screen and 3D technologies. The lab features equipment like Triple Play Services testers, motion and proximity sensors, and a fingerprint scanner.

More facilities:

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• NEXT

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Short for New Entertainment Xperience and Technology, NEXT is where SEG students get to learn about the various technologies in digital entertainment systems such as human machine interactivity, wireless networks, and

in Aerospace Avionics, RP’s new Airbus 320 Flight Simulator gives students a realistic platform to experience firsthand – the operation and maintenance of avionics systems in the cockpit of modern commercial airliners. It also serves as a good test-bed to develop RP’s in-house capabilities in flight simulation and avionics integration.

• ErgoSCAPE • iSail Lab

• Airbus 320 Flight Simulator

Specially designed to support the Diploma

• NEC Lab

• SEG Clean Room

COURSES

Diploma in Industr ial Operation s Manage and ment Diploma in B Electronic iomedical s Diploma in Aerosp ace Avionics Diploma in S Managem upply Chain ent Diploma in Micro and Nanotech nology Diploma in Digital Entertain ment Ele ctronics Diploma in Civil A viation Diploma in Aerosp ace Engineeri ng Diploma in Renew able Ene Engineeri rgy ng Common En Programm gineering e

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Diploma in Industrial and Operations Management [JAE Code: R11]

Be an… Operations Executive, Customer Service Co-ordinator, Project Engineer, Logistics Team Lead, Safety Executive, Procurement Specialist/Planner/Buyer, Industrial Engineering Specialist, Product Quality Engineer or Costing Associate Engineer!

Diploma in Biomedical Electronics [JAE Code: R15] Learn about the equipment and technology that make medical miracles possible in the Diploma in Biomedical Electronics!

These include sensors, instrument systems, imaging techniques and signal processing. A host of interesting modules like Anatomy and Physiology, Engineering Design, and Circuit Analysis await you!

Be an… Assistant/Associate Engineer in the biomedical and electronics industry!

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Find out about the process your favourite Nike shoes go through before they land into the retail shops in the Diploma in Industrial and Operations Management! Modules like Operations Planning, Engineering Cost Decisions and Human Factors Engineering will teach you everything you need to know about business operations. You can also look forward to an exciting 16-week internship and final year project opportunity with companies across wide-ranging sectors.

SEG Diploma in Aerospace Avionics [JAE Code: R20] Passionate about planes and want to know how these fascinating flying objects work? The Diploma in Aerospace Avionics will give you a solid understanding of aerospace avionics as you learn about aircraft electrical systems, instrumentation, avionics and sensors.

Exciting modules include Auto-flight Systems, Aviation Human Factors, and Aerodynamics and Propulsion.

Diploma in Supply Chain Management [JAE Code: R21] Ever wondered about the journey your iPad took from the factory to the store you bought it from? In the Diploma in Supply Chain Management, you will learn about logistics planning, as well as the process of the transportation, shipment and storage of goods. Modules include Distribution and Transportation and Inventory Management. You can also look forward to overseas trips to countries like Australia and Hong Kong to gain a broader perspective on the supply chain industry.

Have a… Career in the planning, implementing and

Personnel in the aerospace industry!

management of the integrated supply chain functions ranging from purchasing and inventory management to transportation and warehousing.

Diploma in Micro and Nanotechnology [JAE Code: R30]

Diploma in Digital Entertainment Electronics [JAE Code: R38]

Fascinated by how advanced technology allows you to play Angry Birds on a super smooth touchscreen smartphone? In the Diploma in Micro and Nanotechnology, you will master all the underlying technologies that run in our everyday gadgets!

Modules include Thin Film Technology, Nanotechnology Applications, and Water Fabrication and Packaging.

Would you enjoy creating new game prototypes? The Diploma in Digital Entertainment Electronics teaches you how to design and create new applications for the gaming and interactive digital media scene through modules like Digital Entertainment Systems, Display Technologies, and PCB Design and Prototyping.

Be an… Assistant/Associate Engineer in diverse areas such as Integrated Circuit (IC) design and development, wafer fabrication, IC test and assembly, equipment testing, and technical marketing and IC applications support.

Be an… Assistant/Associate Engineer in the consumer electronics, communications and electronics sectors!

Be an… Assistant/Associate Engineer or a Technical Support

Diploma in Aerospace Engineering Diploma in Civil Aviation [JAE Code: R39] Interested in how the aviation industry operates? Learn all about civil aviation including flight operations, aviation safety and security, airport terminal management and air traffic management in the Diploma in Civil Aviation! Interesting modules include Airport Planning & Design, Flight Operations Management, and Aircraft Systems.

Be a… Pilot, Flight Dispatcher, Air-Traffic Control Officer,

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Airline Manager, Duty Terminal Manager, and Staff in aviation regulatory bodies!

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[JAE Code: R40] Impressed with how Singapore Airlines maintains its incomparable safety record? In the Diploma in Aerospace Engineering, you will learn about the importance of proper maintenance, repair and overhaul of aircraft engines, structures and electrical systems in subjects like Aviation Maintenance Practices, Turbine Engine Systems, and Aircraft Inspection.

Be a… Process Engineer, Material Planner, Aircraft Engine Inspector, Licensed Aircraft Engineer, and Technical Support Personnel in the aviation industry!

Diploma in Renewable Energy Engineering [JAE Code: R41]

Common Engineering Programme

Concerned about climate change? Do your part to tackle it in the Diploma in Renewable Energy Engineering! It teaches you all about the development, design, construction, operation and maintenance of ‘green buildings’ as you pick up knowledge and engineering skills in renewable energy technologies through modules like Green Building Technology and Design, Sustainable Energy Systems, and Energy Utilisation Management.

Think engineering is for you but not sure which SEG diploma to pick? Don’t worry! Sign up for the Common Engineering Programme, which allows you to take general engineering modules in the first semester. This gives you extra time to decide which area you want to specialise in during your RP education!

Be an… Energy Specialist, Consultant, Technologist or Associate Engineer dealing with manufacturing, R&D and system integration!

[JAE Code: R42]

Further Studies

Graduates have the option to pursue related degrees, with advanced standing, in local and overseas institutions of higher learning.

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SHL

School Of SPORTS, HEALTH AND LEISURE www.rp.edu.sg/schoolscentres/shl

Do you have a passion for wellness healthy living, and the outdoors?

Would you prefer to have a job that takes you on-the-go instead of being deskbound? If so, check out the

courses offered by the School of Sports, Health and Leisure (SHL)!

Exciting careers await you in:

• • • • • • • • •

Education Institutions Experiential Learning Service Providers Fitness and Health Organisations Healthcare and Health Promotion Industry Medical Institutions and Physical Rehabilitation Centres National Sports Associations Outdoor Education Service Providers Wellness and Fitness Centres Sports and Leisure Event Organisations

• Sports and Recreation Clubs

Facilities Spotlight

More facilities:

• Biomechanics Lab

• Dynamical Movement Lab

• Exercise Biochemistry Lab • Health Assessment Lab • Health & Wellness Lab • Health Promotion Lab

• Human Performance Lab • Exercise Prescription Labs

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Dedicated to fitness and sports, the Exercise Prescription Labs feature state-of-the-art equipment such as Pilates apparatus, weights, and resistance machines for strength and conditioning.

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Equipped with world-class research and development facilities, the Human Performance Lab analyses the sports biomechanics of human performance in the areas of movement, injury management, rehabilitation and gait analysis using cutting-edge technology like 3D treadmill and motion-capture camera systems, and whole-body 3D scanners.

• Inclusive Physical Activity Lab • Motor Control & Development Lab • Ripples Lab (Outdoor & Adventure)

• Sports Injury Management Lab • Sports Kitchen

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Diploma in Sports and Leisure Management [JAE Code: R27]

Diploma in Outdoor and Adventure Learning [JAE Code: R33]

For ultra sports fanatics: the Diploma in Sports and Leisure Management will clue you in on everything you need to know about working in the sports industry through modules like Sports Business, Sports Facilities Management and Leisure Planning and Programming!

If you love the great outdoors, the Diploma in Outdoor and Adventure Learning is perfect for you! There’s never a dull day in school with fun and hands-on modules such as Outdoor Leadership, Adventure Education and Challenge Course Management.

Associations, sports marketing, sports athlete and events representation and agencies, events management companies, sports public relations, sports retails shops and so on!

Have a… Career in Outward Bound Singapore, National Sports Associations, SAFRA, uniformed organisations, schools, independent companies offering experiential learning and overseas adventure centres.

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Have a… Career in Singapore Sports Council, National Sports

SHL

Diploma in Health Management and Promotion [JAE Code: R43] Have you noticed that people are being encouraged to adopt a healthier lifestyle and to stay healthy? Ride on this trend with the Diploma in Health Management and Promotion! This course will prepare you with the knowledge and skills to be a health ambassador.

You will study psychology, physical activity, nutrition and behaviour change techniques in integrative modules such as Youth Health, Active Ageing, Weight Management, and Corporate Wellness.

Be a… Health Promotion Specialist, Physical Activity and

Diploma in Healthcare Administration [JAE Code: R45]

Fitness Leader, Health and Wellness Educator, Public Health Programme Executive, Workplace Health Executive, and Healthcare Research Assistant!

If you are looking for an industry with great growth prospects, the healthcare sector is it. Singapore’s healthcare system boasts an excellent reputation and the Diploma in Healthcare Administration will train you well for a career in it. Modules include Healthcare Operations and Quality Management, Healthcare Financing, Case Management, and Health Law and Ethics.

Diploma in Sports Coaching

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[JAE Code: R49] Would you love to coach the next Tao Li? The Diploma in Sports Coaching will equip you with all the skills and knowledge needed for a coaching career through modules like Instructional Strategies for Sports and Games, Performance Analysis, Managing Developmental Athletes and Teams, and Professionalism and Coaching Ethics.

Have a… Career in hospitals, specialist centres, rehabilitation centres, nursing homes, polyclinics, and general practice clinics.

Be a… Sports Coach/Instructor, Trainer, Allied Physical Education (PE) Teacher, Sports Official/Administrator, Career Coach/Executive at the Singapore Sports Council and National Sports Associations, and many more!

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SOH

School Of HOSPITALITY www.rp.edu.sg/schoolscentres/soh

Do you look forward to an exciting career in the ser vice industry? If so, the courses offered by the School of Hospitality (SOH) will greatly interest you.

Exciting careers await you in: • Banking, Finance and Insurance

• Contact Services

• Hospitality Services

• Hotels

• Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, Exhibitions and Events

• Resorts

• Restaurants

• Retail

• Theme Parks and Attractions

• Wellness and Spa Services

• Other Service Industries

Facilities Spotlight

A first of its kind, Oliva is a non-commercial Designed to replicate the luxurious setting and fully-operational restaurant training of a glamorous hotel, the Hotel Training facility. Guided by an experienced team of Lobby and Guest Room at the Raffles industry professionals, students are given the Hospitality Centre provides a realistic opportunity to take charge of menu planning platform for students to learn how to and food preparation, in addition to front-end manage front office and housekeeping management such as operations and customer operations, handle guest enquiries, and service in this real-life restaurant setting. improve their interpersonal skills.

• Spa Lab

Opening in April 2012, this five-star, hotel-styled spa training facility in Raffles Hospitality Centre provides students with comprehensive hands-on industry training. The Spa Lab is divided into two areas of teaching – service operations and technical training – and features a spa relaxation lounge and two treatment suites that come with a hydrobath and Vichy shower, among others!

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• Oliva

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COURSES

COURSE CODE

Diploma in Integrated Events Man agement Diploma in Customer Relationship and Service Manageme nt Diploma in Hotel and Hospitality Manageme nt Diploma in Wellness, Lifestyle an d Spa Manageme nt Diploma in Restaurant and Culinary Operations

R28

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English Lang Mathematics

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R37

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R46

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lementary): G rade 1 - 6 r subjects excl uding CCA: G You must have rade 1 - 6 also sat for at least one of th following subj e ects: • Art/Art & D esign • Business S tudies • Combined Humanities SOH students • Commerce take modules in • Commerci al Studies Hospitality and Tourism • Economics Management, Service Quality • Geography and Professional Etiquette, • Higher Art and Hospitality Revenue • Higher Mus ic Management among • History others!

• Introductio n to Enterprise Development • Literature in English/Chine se/Malay/Tam • Media Stu il dies (English La ng uage) • Media Stu dies (Chinese ) • Music • Principles of Accounts Any three othe

Diploma in Integrated Events Management [JAE Code: R28] Do you have a passion for organising events and enjoy making things happen? With the Diploma in Integrated Events Management, you can do what you love, thanks to modules like Project Management and Scheduling, Tourism and Travel Management, and Exhibition Management!

Find your niche in... Professional event organisations, association management companies, hotels and resorts, theme parks and tourist attractions, restaurants and entertainment spots!

Diploma in Customer Relationship and Service Management [JAE Code: R34] If you like the thought of putting a smile on the faces of customers, you might enjoy the Diploma in Customer Relationship and Service Management. You will pick up excellent customer service skills in order to deliver a top-class total customer experience through modules such as Customer Relationship Management and Hospitality Sales. There is even a specialisation track in Theme Park and Attraction Management!

ACHIEVE

Be an… Account and Relationship Officer/Executive/Manager,

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Sales and Marketing Officer/Executive/Manager or Customer Service Officer/Executive/Manager!

Diploma in Hotel and Hospitality Management [JAE Code: R37] Ever wonder why the hotel industry is such an important contributor to the Tourism sector and how your favourite social media sites like Facebook and Twitter have a major impact on the hotel business? The Diploma in Hotel and Hospitality Management will give you an insight into what are the core deliverables for a hotel. You will be trained at SOH’s state-of-theart training facilities and will learn to manage the three key areas of the hotel – Front Office, Restaurant and Hotel Rooms. In addition, you will learn to appreciate how Information Technology has become an important tool in modules like Revenue Management and Hospitality Information Systems. Our Tourism modules will also give you a global perspective into the changing Tourism environment so as to better prepare you for this challenging and exciting industry.

Establish a career in... Hotels, clubs, resorts, restaurants, entertainment spots, attractions and event management companies.

Diploma in Wellness, Lifestyle and Spa Management [JAE Code: R44] Does the idea of working in the wellness and spa industry excite you? In the Diploma in Wellness, Lifestyle and Spa Management, you will learn all about running spa and wellness operations at our spa training centre on campus so that you can even set up your own business one day! Modules include Nutrition and Wellness, and Lifestyle and Spa Operations.

Diploma in Restaurant and Culinary Operations [JAE Code: R46] We take our training seriously! You will be trained at our well-equipped facilities, such as the restaurant training labs and kitchens so as to gear you for a world of opportunities. If you see yourself having a career in the restaurant and culinary sciences, one that can take you places in Singapore or aboard a cruise liner, an airline, a hotel or a restaurant across the region, wait no more – join the Diploma in Restaurant and Culinary Operations (DRCO). This diploma trains you for the industry. Helmed by professionals with an average of 14 years experience, we will help you fulfil your ambitions and dreams!

Be part of us, be a… DRCO graduate and look forward to a future in the F&B industry!

Be a… Leader and Innovator in the Wellness and Spa Industry!

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opportunity to International, Johnson Tai has had the As a Management Trainee at Pico Art competition.

HSBC Women’s Champions 2011 golf help organise large-scale events like the was Integrated Events Management graduate During his time in RP, the Diploma in r I-Sta and SOH by Ribbon Project organised involved in events such as the Yellow nal Student Club (ISC).

Singing Competition by the Internatio

SOI

School Of INFOCOMM www.rp.edu.sg/schoolscentres/soi

Aspire to be the next Mark Zuckerberg?

Join the School of Infocomm (SOI) and you could just be the next internet billionaire!

SOI will equip you with the necessary IT skills that prepare you to take on challenges and opportunities in the technological world.

Exciting careers await you in: • Computer Animation

• Digital Media Productions • Information Systems

• Information Technology

• IT Business Development • IT Consultancy

• IT Operations and Support • IT Sales and Marketing

• Mobile Applications Development • Software Development

• Web Design and Development

Facilities Spotlight

More facilities:

• Business Applications Lab • Business Continuity Lab • Digital Security & Forensics Lab • Digital Imaging Lab • Digital Print Lab

• Digital Audio and Video Lab

ACHIEVE

• 3D Modelling, Animation & Rendering Lab

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This lab is equipped with high-end graphics workstations to create 3D assets, a Network Attached Storage facility for high-volume storage, and a render farm setup for high-volume rendering jobs.

The state-of-the-art digital audio and video editing facility is equipped with the renowned AVID editing network system. It features five soundproof cluster rooms for post-editing, and two Nuendo recording studios for Foley and voiceover recording.

• Enterprise Computer Learning Centre • IT Service Management Practice Laboratory • Network and Systems Technology Lab • Open Source and Mobile Applications TDC Lab • Wireless Technology Lab

Further Studies

Graduates have the option to pursue exciting degrees, with advanced standing, in institutions of higher learning locally and overseas. Some SOI diplomas also offer accelerated pathways that grant students direct entry to the final year of a degree programme at renowned universities overseas.

COURSES

Diploma in Information Technology

Diploma in IT Service Manageme nt

Diploma in Information Technology [JAE Code: R12]

Want to know how to keep cyber criminals at bay?

Enrol in the Diploma in Information Technology and learn all about IT security, networking and enterprise infrastructure management via hands-on sessions in modules like Digital Security and Forensics, Systems Scripting and Business Continuity.

R12

Diploma in Business Information Systems Diploma in Business Application s

Specialisation Options: Networking and Security, IT Security, Enterprise Infrastructure Management

COURSE CODE

Diploma in Interactive and Digital Media Diploma in Mobile NEW Software Developme nt

R13

R18

R23

R31

R47

ENTRY REQ

UIREMENTS

English Lang uage: Grade 1 -7 Mathematics (Additional/E lementary): Grade 1 - 6 Any two othe r subjects: Gra de 1 - 6 • Additional Combined Sci en ce • Additional Science • Biology • Chemistry • Combined Science • Computer Studies • Creative 3D Animation • Design & Te chnology • Engineering Science • Food & Nut rition • Fundamen tals of Electron ics • General Sci ence • Human & Social Biology • Integrated Science • Physics • Physical S cience • Science (C hemistry, Bio logy) • Science (P hysics, Biolo gy ) • Science (P hysics, Chem is tr y) • Science (P hysics, Chem istry, Biology )

Be a… Software Developer, IT Specialist, IT Systems Executive, IT Consultant, Network Engineer/Administrator, Wireless Engineer, Application Developer or IT Security Professional!

Diploma in Business Information Systems [JAE Code: R13]

Diploma in Business Applications

If you are interested in IT and business, you can have the best of both worlds with the Diploma in Business Information Systems!

You will pick up essential business processes and IT skills and learn to use world-class business software in modules like Sales and Marketing Information Systems, Business Intelligence and Human Resource Information Systems.

Discover how IT software supports important business operations in the Diploma in Business Applications. You will be trained in software development in areas like manufacturing and logistics, banking, hospitality, retail, and healthcare. Modules include IT Security and Management, and Database Systems.

Be an… Information Systems Specialist, IT or IS Sales/Pre-

Development Executive, Business Analyst, User Support Officer or an Operations Executive in hospitals, manufacturing companies, banks, and hospitality and retail chains!

Be a… Consultant, Software Application Developer, Business

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sales Consultant, IT Sales and Marketing Executive, Business Development Executive, Application Support Analyst, Software Application Developer or Web Developer!

[JAE Code: R18]

SOI

Diploma in Interactive and Digital Media [JAE Code: R31]

Diploma in IT Service Management [JAE Code: R23] Keen to learn how to manage IT projects? In the Diploma in IT Service Management, you will learn how to model, design, operate and implement IT processes and services, as well as pick up important project management and client/customer management skills. Modules include IT Project Management, IT Service Delivery and Business Process Modelling.

If you are in awe and curious about how 3D movies are created, look no further than the Diploma in Interactive and Digital Media!

You will learn about aesthetics, design principles, character development, animation principles and colour theory in order to create exciting digital media content – in fun modules like Fundamentals of Design, and 2D and 3D Game Design and Development.

Be a… Digital Media Designer, Computer Animator, Game Developer, Web Application Developer, Audio Visual Editor or Technology Specialist in digital media production studios!

Be a… Project Executive, Service Desk Professional, IT Delivery and Service Engineer, Business and Client Manager, Software Engineer, Web Developer and IT/e-Business Consultant in the IT industry!

Diploma in Mobile Software Development [JAE Code: R47] NEW

SOI students take Web Application Development, IT Security and Management, and Business Continuity modules amongst others!

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Wouldn’t it be awesome to create games and other mobile applications for the iPhone? In the Diploma in Mobile Development Software, you will learn exactly how to develop and even get them sold on online app stores! Modules include Web Application Development and Computer Systems Technologies.

Be a… Mobile Application Developer, Mobile Game Developer, Mobile Development Engineer, Mobile/Web Developer, Software Engineer, IT Specialist or IT Consultant!

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renowned banks!

STA

School Of technology for the arts www.rp.edu.sg/schoolscentres/sta

Are you ready to unlock your creative potential? The School of

Technology for the Arts (STA) is where creative talent is turned into creative capital. By providing quality diplomas, state-of-the-art technology, and a future-proofed inter-disciplinary approach, students acquire all the right careerbuilding tools for professional success.

Exciting careers await you in:

• • • • • • • • •

Advertising, Marketing and Public Relations Arts and Theatre Management Film and Video Production Game Design Interaction & User Experience Design Media and Entertainment New Media Web Design and Development Production Design Sound Design and Engineering

Facilities Spotlight

This enables multichannel recordings of musical ensembles and the production of soundtracks for film, game and new media works.

More facilities:

This multi-purpose production studio supports the recording of high-definition video and multi-channel audio content. It • Broadcast Studio 1 features a blue-screen capability for the Designed for broadcast and television creation of special effects in both realproductions, this state-of-the-art production time and in rendered form. The practice of studio has been used professionally to blending real actors and props with virtual produce animated and video shows for local 3D objects in high definition format is and regional broadcast. The studio supports increasingly required by many film, multi-camera shoots and houses professional television, and game productions. The studio equipment such as a camera crane and a is also connected to a high definition audio virtual studio screen, which is used to shoot control room that supports the recording scenes that require animated scenery. of 24 simultaneous channels of sound.

• Audio Synthesis Lab • Games Study Space

• Multitrack Recording Teaching Studio • Play Design Studio

• Rapid Prototyping and Modelling Lab • Theatre and Costume Production Lab • Vision Control Room

• Video and Audio Post Production Suites

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• Broadcast Studio 2

• Audio Control and Mix Room

STA

COURSES Diploma in New Media Diploma in Techn olog and Arts Managem y ent Diploma in Sonic

Arts

Diploma in Game Design Diploma in Design for Interactiv ity

Diploma in New Media [JAE Code: R19] Websites, blogs, social networks, mobile interactivity – there is no doubt that New Media is the future. Be part of a revolution!

Learn to design and produce engaging and exciting interactive experiences in all these areas. As a truly borderless talent, you can take your New Media skills anywhere in the world.

Modules covered in this Diploma include Digital Tools for New Media, Media Production Tools & Techniques, Graphic Design, Concepts of Persuasion, Fundamentals of Design, and Interactive Entertainment.

Get a... Career in ANY company that has a New Media department, including design firms, advertising agencies, production companies, museums, galleries, or any organisation that has a web presence!

Diploma in Sonic Arts [JAE Code: R24] Got rhythm? The Diploma in Sonic Arts will put you at the cuttingedge of music technology, electronic music production, recording arts and live sound reinforcement. You will have access to state-ofthe-art recording studios and opportunities to be a sonic prodigy for film, media and live events. Modules include Instrument Design, Music Theory & Practice, Recording Studio Fundamentals, Music Composition, and Contemporary & World Music Appreciation.

Build a... Career in music entrepreneurship; music production

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and composition; scoring and sound design for films, TV and games; live sound reinforcement for music, theatre, entertainment and corporate events!

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COURSE CODE R19

ENTRY RE

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Further Studies

Graduates have the option to pursue related degrees, with advanced standing, in institutes of higher learning locally and overseas.

Diploma in Game Design [JAE Code: R35]

Do you love to run the show? The Diploma in Technology and Arts Management will prepare you for a career backstage, or in one of the many important roles required by large theatre productions. It offers an immersive programme of study in two specialisations: Arts and Production Management track and Technical Theatre track. Compulsory modules include Stage Management, Directing & Performance and Arts & Singapore Society. Modules in specialisation tracks include Front of House Management and Theatre Design Technologies.

Be an... Arts Manager/Administrator/ Marketer, Arts Facilities Management Staff, Audio and Lighting Crew, Front-of-house Staff, Production Assistant/Manager, Scenic/Costume Designer, Stage/Screen Specialist, Stage Manager or Technical Crew!

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Be a… Game Designer, Game Level Designer, Associate Producer, Character Artist/Designer, Storyboard/Environment Artist, Screenwriter, Scriptwriter, Games Quality Assurance Tester, Studio Owner or Educator/Researcher!

Diploma in Design for Interactivity [JAE Code: R36] Discover how design can bring about real change, and shape people’s lives. In the Diploma in Design for Interactivity, we believe that, whether in designing products, interfaces, services, or the built environment, the goal is to create meaningful experiences for users. Immersed in problem-solving and designthinking, you will develop skills in user-centred design, and cultivate critical thinking about the impact that design has on everyday life, and conversely, the influence of everyday life on design. Modules include Site-specific Art, Sequential & Motion Design, Smart Architecture and Humanist Computing.

Be a... Design Consultant, Design Researcher, Information Architect, Interaction Designer, Usability Analyst, User Experience Designer and User Researcher.

I’ll be an awardwinning music producer someday!

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Diploma in Technology and Arts Management [JAE Code: R25]

Think you have what it takes to be a game designer? The Diploma in Game Design produces confident game designers who are ready to create the next generation of compelling games and play experiences. You will learn how to design both 2D and 3D games, and what it takes to produce exciting gameplay and characters. Modules include Tools for Game Design, Game Studies, Character Design, and Simulation & Modelling.

CCC

CENTRE fOR CULTURE AND COMMUNICATION www.rp.edu.sg/schoolscentres/ccc

Do you have a flair for writing? If you have a vivid

imagination and have a nose for news, the Diploma in Communication and Information Design (DCID) offered by the Centre for Culture and Communication (CCC) is the course for you. The DCID programme will nurture your talent and teach you how to make magic with language!

Exciting careers await you as: • Advertising Executives • Associate Producers

• Copywriters and Copy Editors

• Media Operations Assistants

• Newsroom Assistants

• Print Journalists

• Public Relations Executives

Facilities Spotlight

Diploma in Communication and Information Design [JAE Code: R32]

ACHIEVE

• Digital Language Lab

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CCC’s Digital Language Lab is a dedicated facility where students can learn different languages using an interactive network system.

Discover what goes on behind the scenes in the media industry – be it print, broadcast or digital!

Through the Diploma in Communication and Information Design, you will be transformed into an effective communicator and be equipped with versatile writing skills to suit different media platforms, cultures and environments. Modules include Broadcast Journalism, Media Writing, Visual Communication, and Cross Cultural Communication.

COURSES

Diploma in Communic ation and Information Design

COURSE CODE R32

ENTRY REQ UIREMENTS English Lang Mathematics

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CIE

CENTRE FOR INNOVATION AND ENTERPRISE www.rp.edu.sg/schoolscentres/cie

Ever wondered why one brand comes to mind first when you think of fast food? The new course offered

by the Centre for Innovation and Enterprise (CIE) will equip you with skills and knowledge to help you find out what motivates consumer behaviour and purchase!

Exciting careers await you in consumer-centric organisations:

• • • • •

Banking Consumer Research Food Services Government Agencies Retail Branding

• Technology and Telecommunications

Facilities Spotlight

• Market Research Lab

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Outfitted with the latest market research technology, CIE’s state-ofthe-art facilities found in the Market Research Lab complements traditional research methodologies with advanced physiological testing equipment to provide consumer, market and competitor analysis.

Some of the facilities include the SPSS workstations, Focus Group Rooms and Physiological Testing Stations.

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Diploma in Consumer NEW Behaviour and Research [JAE Code: R48] Look at your feet – do your shoes say ‘Nike’, ‘Adidas’, or neither? In the Diploma in Consumer Behaviour and Research, you will learn all about consumer behaviour and the social psychology behind what compels people to buy certain products over others. Take interesting modules such as Psychology, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Branding, Business Law, Research Methods and Human Resource Management!

Be an Expert as a… Consumer Research Specialist, Advertising Executive, Marketing Executive, Business Intelligence Specialist, Brand Executive, Human Resource Assistant or Project Executive.

Besides the 16-week Internship Programme, the Marketing Experience Programme is a one-and-a-half month internship programme that is specially designed to provide students the opportunity to be attached to marketing departments in the industry. During the attachment, students support various marketing activities such as events, market research and even social media. Hailing from a wide range of industries, companies that have participated in this programme include adidas, LG Electronics, Acorn Marketing & Research Consultants and Carat Singapore.

e ti ng “ T h e M ar k me e P ro g r am E x p e r ie n c s tr y u a b le in d w a s a valu e th at I ex p e r ie n c k I co u ld d o n’t th in y e re e ls e. M g et any w h h it w te r n sh ip 7- w e e k in o we d m e ad id a s all rn k a n d le a to n e tw o r ally n o ti te r n a f ro m a n in y. co m p a n re n o w n e d valu a b le I g a in e d ta il to th e ir re in si g hts in io u s s, th e var o p e r ati o n r u se d fo s tr ateg ie s ng , al m ar k e ti th e ir v is u k e t’ th e y ‘m ar and ho w rand ct th e ir b a n d p roje .” c th e p u b li im ag e to

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COURSE CODE R48

ENTRY REQ

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English Lang Mathematics

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lementary): G rade 1 - 6 Any three othe r subjects: Gra de 1-6 • Art/Art & D esign • Business S tudies • Combined Humanities • Commerce • Commerci al Studies • Economics • Geography • Higher Art • Higher Mus ic • History • Introductio n to Enterprise Development • Literature in English/Chine se/Malay/Tam • Media Stu il dies (Chinese ) • Media Stu dies (English Language) • Music • Principles of Accounts

“Und ersta nding cons umer need s is key to the adid as busin ess. The curr iculu m culti vates strong skill s in unde rstan ding buye r behaviou r and prep ares futu re talents to supp ort good busin ess deci sion s.”

- Ms Lee Phui Fong, Country Manager, adidas Singapore

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Marketing Experience Programme

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Events@RP 2O12!

5 – 7 Jan

Visit RP Open House on 5 - 7 January 2012 to catch these exciting events! Come and show your support for these

iChef Competition Finals Watch aspiring masterchefs cook up a storm at the iChef Competition Finals organised by the School of Hospitality! The top chef will walk away with two iPads complete with 2-year data plan, $1,000 in cash, the title of iChef Champion, and a trophy. Check out more information on www.rp.edu.sg/soh/whatsnew/

25 Jan – 2 Feb

Jivea!

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Be part of the fun activities and also donate generously in support of the RP Needy Student Fund at the Jive Fiesta! Held at the Republic Polytechnic Centre (RPC) Promenade and North Agora in RP, this event is organised by School of Hospitality and School of Sports, Health and Leisure students who are taking the Event Operations Management module.

Recyclable Fashion Show

Project Runway hopefuls as they compete for the top prize! Inspired by the theme ‘Singapore’s Culture’, three stunningly designed outfits made from recycled materials will be presented at the Recyclable Fashion Show. The top team will walk away with $300, while the second and third place will win $200 and $100 respectively.

26 Jan

DARE Programme Finals Brought to you

by RP’s Centre for Innovation and Enterprise, the DARE Programme comprises an entrepreneurship boot camp, workshops and business plan competition. In the Finals, budding student entrepreneurs will go all out in a Sales Pitch competition to win attractive cash prizes as distinguished judges from the industry decide their fate.

Mar

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B101 Entrepreneurship Module Tradeshow Budding entrepreneurs will do retail battle at this vibrant event at East Agora in RP! With over 70 teams pitching their products and service ideas via innovative and creative pushcarts, watch as the deserving towkays win awards for ‘Best Dressed Pushcart’ and ‘Best Collaterals’.

8 Feb

10 – 12 Feb

RP-Lenovo DJ Challenge PRECOCIOUS (pronounced Semi Finals “pri-’ko-sh s”) – RP’s School of This premier nationwide intertertiary DJ competition sets out to discover the next big DJ superstar from across all tertiary institutions in Singapore. Organised by the School of Technology for the Arts (STA) with sponsorship from Lenovo, join us during the semi-finals and be part of the buzz here at RP.

24 Mar RP Youth Lifesaving Funfest 2012

Based on the theme of ‘Innovation and Improvement’, the Hatch IT 2012 by the School of Infocomm challenges secondary school students to find innovative ways to improve their schools’ operations using information technology. Opened to all secondary schools, participants are required to go for workshops in March to prepare them for this exciting competition happening in June. Winners will take home attractive prizes! More information available on www.hatchit.sit.rp.edu.sg

25 Jan – 2 Feb

Learn how to save lives at RP Youth Lifesaving Funfest 2012! Open to secondary school swimming and lifesaving clubs, the event will teach you still-water lifesaving skills with the support of our Aquatic Interest Group. To participate, you will need to have a Lifesaving 1, 2 and 3, or Bronze Medallion certification.

For more information, visit www.rp.edu.sg

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5 Jan

Technology for the Arts (STA) Portfolio Showcase at *SCAPE The stage is all set! Come down to *SCAPE to see the creative works produced by STA’s precocious final year students! Be it a game, an interactive website, an original music track, a video or theatre costumes, we guarantee you will be impressed by what the next generation of Singapore’s creative workforce is putting on display.

May Underwater Robotic Olympiad Jointly organised by RP’s School of Engineering and the Singapore Science Centre, the Underwater Robotic Olympiad 2012 will teach you to design and build your own underwater robots, which will race for attractive cash prizes and trophies at RP’s swimming pool – all in one day! This event is open to all secondary school students.

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Refer to Form A to find out the different schools and courses that you are eligible to choose.

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Understand the course codes in Form A.

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Review the choices, your interests and career aspirations. Check out more information about the courses that you are interested in and identify which one is likely to suit you best.

Hint: Course codes beginning with the letter “R” are the Republic Polytechnic’s courses that you can apply for. E.g. R15 stands for Republic Polytechnic’s Diploma in Biomedical Electronics.

Hint: Discover more about Republic Polytechnic. ‘Like’ us on Facebook

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Discuss with your family members, teachers or seniors to get advice.

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Shortlist 12 courses and rank them in your order of preference.

Hint: Get professional course counselling at Republic Polytechnic from 9 to 13 January 2012.

Check the previous year’s Cut-Off Points (COP) of your selected courses, as listed in the Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE) booklet.

Hint: You will stand a better chance if your aggregate score is less than or equal to the COP.

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Get ready the JAE pin (provided in Form A) and log on to: www.moe.gov.sg/education/admissions/jae

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Complete the Worksheet in the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS).

Proceed to Course Application Page to submit your application.

Hint 1: Fill up all the 12 choices that you have shortlisted to avoid being posted to a course that is not of your preference.

Hint 2: Complete the page in 10 minutes before the system logs you out.

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Click on the “Submit” button to complete the application process.

Hint: Be sure to see the verification page after submission.

All the best as you embark on your next endeavour!

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School of Applied Science (SAS)

• Diploma in Biomedical Sciences (DBMS) [R14] • Diploma in Biotechnology (DBIO) [R16] • Diploma in Materials Science (DMTS) [R17] • Diploma in Pharmaceutical Sciences (DPHM) [R22] • Diploma in Environmental Science (DENV) [R29]

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School of Engineering (SEG)

• Diploma in Industrial and Operations Management (DIOM) [R11] • Diploma in Biomedical Electronics (DBME) [R15] • Diploma in Aerospace Avionics (DAA) [R20] • Diploma in Supply Chain Management (DSCM) [R21] • Diploma in Micro and Nanotechnology (DMNT) [R30] • Diploma in Digital Entertainment Electronics (DDEE) [R38] • Diploma in Civil Aviation (DCA) [R39] • Diploma in Aerospace Engineering (DAE) [R40] • Diploma in Renewable Energy Engineering (DREE) [R41] • Common Engineering Programme (CEP) [R42]

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What’s What

School of Sports, Health and Leisure (SHL)

Academic SCHOOLS/CENTRES

abbreviation

School of Infocomm (SOI)

Centre for Culture and Communication Centre for Innovation and Enterprise School of Applied Science School of Engineering School of Sports, Health and Leisure School of Infocomm School of Hospitality School of Technology for the Arts

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CENTRES/CORPORATE Offices Centre for Educational Development Centre for Professional Development Office of Academic Services Office of Corporate Communications Office of Estates Office of Finance Office of Industry and Collaboration Office of International Relations Office of Information Services Office of the Registrar One-Stop Centre Office of Student and Graduate Affairs The Republic Cultural Centre

CED CPD OAS OCC OES OFN OIC OIR OIS ORG OSC OSG TRCC

• Diploma in Sports and Exercise Sciences (DSES) [R26] • Diploma in Sports and Leisure Management (DSLM) [R27] • Diploma in Outdoor and Adventure Learning (DOAL) [R33] • Diploma in Health Management and Promotion (DHMP) [R43] • Diploma in Healthcare Administration (DHCA) [R45] • Diploma in Sports Coaching (DSC) [R49] NEW

• Diploma in Information Technology (DIT) [R12] • Diploma in Business Information Systems (DBIS) [R13] • Diploma in Business Applications (DBA) [R18] • Diploma in IT Service Management (DSM) [R23] • Diploma in Interactive and Digital Media (DIDM) [R31] • Diploma in Mobile Software Development (DMSD) [R47]

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School of Hospitality (SOH)

• Diploma in Integrated Events Management (DIEM) [R28] • Diploma in Customer Relationship and Service Management (DCRSM) [R34] • Diploma in Hotel and Hospitality Management (DHHM) [R37] • Diploma in Wellness, Lifestyle and Spa Management (DWLSM) [R44] • Diploma in Restaurant and Culinary Operations (DRCO) [R46]

School of Technology for the Arts (STA) • Diploma in New Media (DNM) [R19] • Diploma in Sonic Arts (DSA) [R24] • Diploma in Technology and Arts Management (DTA) [R25] • Diploma in Game Design (DGD) [R35] • Diploma in Design for Interactivity (DDI) [R36]

OTHERS

Centre for Culture and Communication (CCC) • Diploma in Communication and Information Design (DCID) [R32]

Centre for Innovation and Enterprise (CIE) • Diploma in Consumer Behaviour and Research (DCBR) [R48]

Creative Engagement Interest Group Joint Admissions Exercise Problem-based Learning Reflection Journal RP Resource Centre Student Life Activities Understanding Test

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Check out more information on www.rp.edu.sg 9 Woodlands Ave 9, Singapore 738964

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