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Last Updated: 18 October 2021

Common Engineering Programme

Gives you time to find out your interests before choosing 1 out of 7 courses, including our highly popular diplomas, in semester 1 or 2. Ultimately, you will graduate with the same diploma within 3 years.

Course code : T56
Temasek Polytechnic
Admission type: JAE , JPAE , Poly EAE , PFP , DAE
2024 JAE ELR2B2-C aggregate: 4-20
Course duration : 3 years
At the end of Semester 1 or Year 1, you can choose to major in one of the following courses:

Applicants with uncontrolled epilepsy or profound hearing loss or severe vision impairment may have difficulties meeting the course requirements and expectations. Interested applicants with these conditions should contact Temasek Polytechnic for more information.

Students opting for any courses in the common programme must ensure that they satisfy the requirements for the respective courses.

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Course details

Field of study Engineering
Certification offered

Depends on the diploma course you choose to major in
Learn more about the course

Minimum entry requirement

You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.

For N(A)-Level students seeking admission through PFP

This a Group 1 PFP course.

Subject Grade
English Language Syllabus A 1-3
Mathematics Syllabus A / Additional Mathematics 1-3

One of the following relevant subjects:
  • Design and Technology
  • Food and Nutrition/Nutrition and Food Science
  • Science (Chemistry, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Chemistry)
 1-3

Any 2 other subjects excluding CCA
1-4
For O-Level students seeking admission through JAE
Subject Grade
English Language 1-7
Additional Mathematics/Mathematics 1-6

Any one of the following subjects
  • Biology
  • Biotechnology
  • Chemistry
  • Computing/Computer Studies
  • Design & Technology
  • Electronics/Fundamentals of Electronics
  • Physics
  • Science (Chemistry, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Chemistry)
 1-6

Course modules

Year 1

Diploma-related modules

  • Circuit Analysis
  • Digital Fundamentals 1
  • Engineering Mathematics 1
  • Computer Programming for Problem Solving
  • Electronic Prototyping
  • Electronic Devices and Circuits
  • Digital Fundamentals 2
  • Engineering Mathematics 2
  • Engineering Physics

General modules

  • Communication and Information Literacy
  • Persuasive Communication
  • Current Issues and Critical Thinking
  • Leadership: Essential Attributes and Practice 1
  • Sports and Wellness
  • Global Studies
  • Innovation and Entrepreneurship
  • Career Readiness 1

How to register

Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE)

You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.

Joint Polytechnic Admissions Exercise (JPAE)

You may register using the JPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.

Polytechnic Early Admissions Exercise (Poly EAE)

You may register using the Poly EAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.

Polytechnic Foundation Programme (PFP)

You may register using the PFPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.

Direct Admissions Exercise (DAE)

You may apply through the respective polytechnics’ websites. Learn the process and how to apply.