SIT Part Time Degree

Does SIT offer part-time degree programmes?

All SIT degree programmes are currently conducted on a full-time basis. However, there are plans to offer part-time degree programmes in the near future.

2. Are SIT degrees widely accepted by employers?

Yes. SIT is Singapore’s fifth autonomous university, which offers industry-relevant programmes that prepare students for employment in the identified growth sectors. The 2018 Joint Autonomous University Graduate Employment Survey (JAUGES) findings revealed that 92.5% of SIT graduates in the labour force who completed their studies between October 2017 and September 2018 were employed. This is comparable to the 92.3% figure in 2017. The Centre for Career Readiness at SIT offers students various resources to prepare for a smooth transition from student to working professional.

3. Does SIT offer any short courses?

Yes, short courses are available for working adults who are keen to upgrade their skills. Please refer to our SITLEARN Professional Development page for more details.

4. Will I graduate with an Honours degree if I am enrolled in a direct honours programme?

Yes, upon meeting the required Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) under the Degree Classification.

5. Can I choose to complete a degree programme without Honours?

If the programme has been offered as an Honours degree, all students are expected to undergo the full curriculum and there will not be an option to choose otherwise.

1. APPLICATION PROCESS Is there a specific format I should adhere to when I upload my transcripts and certificates?You should refer to the following web links for examples on the required format of each individual transcript:
   • SPM (E1119)
   • Nanyang Polytechnic
   • Ngee Ann Polytechnic
   • Republic Polytechnic
   • Singapore Polytechnic
   • Temasek PolytechnicPlease upload in chronological order, i.e. from 1st to 6th semester, if applicable.
   • 2. Can I download and submit a hard copy application?Applications must be submitted online.
   • 3. How do I retrieve my password to my application if I have forgotten it? Please click here and select the ‘Forgot your password’ button at the portal. An auto-generated email will be sent to inform you of your new password.4. How can I check my application status? Please check your application status via the SIT Application portal. To login, enter the email address you had used to register your account or the 9-digit User ID that was sent to you via email.5. How can I add a recommender or amend the details of my recommender after I have submitted my admission application? Please refer to page 21 of the Undergraduate Application Guide for more information.
   • 6. My recommender has not received the email link to submit a recommendation. Can the email be re-sent to him/her?For another email to be sent to your recommender, please log in to the SIT Application portal and click on the “Update Recommender Info” button. Proceed to delete your recommender’s details and then re-enter the details again. After saving the changes, an email notification will be sent to your recommender.
   • 7. How will I be assigned an application number?You will receive an application number via email after you have submitted your online application. If you do not receive an application number, please check that you have saved all your application pages and have clicked the ‘Submit’ button on your application form.
   • 8. How do I submit my supporting documents?You should submit your supporting documents by uploading them at Step 12 of the online application portal. Please ensure that all transcripts/academic results/recommendation letters/portfolios (if applicable) are uploaded online. Please refer to the Undergraduate Application Guide for detailed steps.
   • 9. Can I submit my resume/recommendation letters from my employers/polytechnic lecturers to support my application?Yes, you can submit additional relevant documents to support your application. You may upload additional documents via the online application portal. For example, for an application to The Culinary Institute of America’s Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Food Business Management, an endorsement of F&B industry experience is required.
   • 10. Do I need to sit for an entrance examination?Applicants who do not meet certain admission requirements (for selected courses) may be required to take an entrance test.
   • 11. I have submitted my original documents for my application. How can I retrieve them?You should only submit soft copies of your supporting documents by uploading them on the online application portal. All hardcopy documents submitted to SIT are non-returnable.
   • 12. Will admission interviews be conducted face-to-face on campus? Is it possible to have an interview through video call instead?Shortlisted applicants will not be required to attend physical interviews at SIT campuses. You will be required to complete a video assessment instead.
   • 13. How does the video assessment work? Will there be instructions to guide me?The video assessments will be recorded and submitted through SIT’s video assessment platform. Shortlisted applicants will receive instructions for their video assessments via email.You may be assigned more than one video assessment if you are shortlisted for more than one programme. Please complete each assessment if you wish to be considered for their respective programmes that you are shortlisted for. The order of programme choices in your application will be taken into consideration in the final offer.
   • 14. What IT equipment do I need to complete the video assessment?You will need a computer or laptop equipped with a functional camera, microphone, and internet connection to complete your submission.
   • 15. When will I be informed of the outcome of my application?SIT’s admission interviews are conducted from February to May. Most applicants will receive the outcome of their applications from April to June.

1. Application Requirements
2. Changes to Application1. I am a current SIT student and I wish to change my programme. Should I submit a new application through the SIT Admissions portal?No, the SIT Admissions portal is only meant for new applicants. For a change of programme, please apply via the Student Intranet.2. Can I retain my place in the reserved programme if I am successful in applying for a change in programme?If you wish to retain your place in the reserved programme after successfully applying for a change of programme, please contact Admissions Division at Adm@SingaporeTech.edu.sg for a review of your request on a case-by-case basis.3. How do I withdraw my application after I have submitted it?If you wish to withdraw your application, please email Adm@SingaporeTech.edu.sg with your full name, NRIC, and application number, stating your intention to withdraw your application, and we will update your status accordingly. However, application fees will not be refundable if you have already paid for them.4. How do I update my particulars or rectify a mistake if I have already submitted my application?Please email Adm@SingaporeTech.edu.sg with your full name, NRIC, application number, and the details of the correction required. We will update your application and notify you accordingly.

1. Application FeeOnline payment (Debit/Credit Card/Internet Banking/PayNow)
   Applicants can make payment of their application fee via the SIT application portal.NETS
   NETS payment can only be made at the SIT Student Services Centre (SSC) at SIT@Dover and the respective SIT@Poly buildings.Operating Hours:     Monday to Friday (11:00am to 3:00pm)The SSCs will be closed on Saturday, Sunday as well as Public HolidaysStudents need to be mindful of their personal daily NETS transaction limit before making payment via NETS.Please note that your Applicant ID/Application Number is required for payment at SSC.All SSCs will remain unmanned until further notice. Applicants are highly encouraged to make online payment for their application fees via the SIT Application Portal. For applicants who intend to pay by NETS, please email AcdPrg@SingaporeTech.edu.sg to make prior appointment before arriving on campus.3. I made duplicate payment for my application fee. How can I get a refund?Please email StudentFinance@SingaporeTech.edu.sg, providing your application number, and details and proof of your duplicate payment.