Study MS In Singapore

Quick Facts

• Singapore’s national anthem is in micro-text on the back of their $1,000 note.
• Singapore is one of only three surviving city-states in the world. The other two are Monaco and the Vatican City.
• Sang Nila Utama, a prince from Palembang, saw a creature he thought was a lion and named the island “Singapura” which means “Lion City” in Sanskrit. However, there have never been lions outside of captivity in Singapore.
• In addition to its main island, the nation of Singapore includes 63 additional islands, most of which are uninhabited.
• Singapore is among the 20 smallest countries in the world, with a total land area of only 682.7 square kilometers. The United States is about 15,000 times bigger.
• The red of Singapore’s flag represents universal brotherhood and equality of man while the white symbolizes purity and virtue. The crescent moon stands for a young nation on the rise and the five stars signify the ideals of democracy, peace, progress, justice and equality.
• Singapore’s Bukit Timah Nature Reserve holds more species of trees than the entire North American continent.
• Buildings in Singapore cannot be higher than 280 metres. Currently, there are three buildings of that height – OUB Centre, UOB Plaza and Republic Plaza.
• The Guinness book record for the longest human domino chain was set in Singapore on September 30, 2000. It was formed by 9,234 students and measured 4.2km. 27.
• Singapore has more than 3,000 kilometres of roads. Stretched out end to end, they would cover the distance from Singapore to Hong Kong.
• The national language of Singapore is Malay. The four official languages of the country are English, Chinese, Tamil, and Malay.

Why study in Singapore?

• Singaporean education system in one of the best
• Top-quality institutions
• Home to many foreign universities
• A global business hub
• Ample scholarships, funds and bursaries opportunities
• In Singapore, you get what you pay for
• A multicultural nation with no linguistic barriers
• A safe, clean and green city
• Vibrant and Cosmopolitan Lifestyle
• You can travel around Southeast Asia easily

Education

Registration

• You register with The VREC and be assured of obtaining the best quality advice.

Profiling

• We make an assessment of your academic qualifications, work experience, financial status, career goals as well as life interests and aspirations.

Standardised Tests

• We evaluate the requirement of any standardised tests you may need to take or review results that has been already obtained.

University & Course Selection

• Together, we shortlist potential universities and courses that match your profile.

Document Editing

• We edit the essays, Statement of Purpose, Letters of Recommendation and Resume, which have been written by you.

Interview Preparation

• We assist in preparation (including mock sessions) for the interviews that you may have with the chosen universities.

Visa Counselling

• We assist in preparation (including mock sessions) for the interviews that you may have with the High Commissions or Embassies, as well as the collation and review of relevant documentation for submission of the visa application.

Scholarships for Studying in Singapore

While a degree from a University in Singapore can be more expensive compared to homeland education, the country provides ample opportunities in terms of funds for students. As per the Ministry of Education, Singapore majority of the international students receive some kind of grant. Many universities in Singapore offer a wide range of scholarships for international students. Singapore’s Students gets subsidies if enrolled in full-time diploma or undergraduate programme in some of the selected universities. This is offered by The Tuition Grant Scheme (TGS), started by the country’s Ministry of Education.In return, the students must stay back and work in the country for at least 3 years. Great deal, isn’t it?.

Cost of Education:

The tuition fee for a full-time MS program (as of year 2016) from Singapor Univrsities is approximately SGD 62,000 (approximately Rs. 30 lakhs to 35 lakh.)

Student Visa for Singapore from India

Here is a list of documents required for Singapore:

• Attested copies of X, XII & Graduate Degree (if applicable), Mark Sheets including Backlogs (Re-sits).
• Evidence of English Language proficiency e.g. IELTS, TOEFL, etc.
• Standardised Tests e.g. GMAT, GRE (where necessary for the programme)
• Two academic references
• Two references from employers (where applicable)
• Passport sized photographs
• Statement of Purpose (SOP)
• Resume/CV
• Draft for application fees, if applicable
• Portfolio (for Art, Design & Architecture programme)
• Other Certificates & Achievements of Extracurricular Activities