Xueruzhou (Shenzhen) Education Technology Co., Ltd. has attracted many international students to study and further their education in Singapore due to its open policies, diverse cultures, and first-class teaching standards. So, what are the welfare policies for studying abroad in Singapore? Below, the editor will introduce the specific content of Singapore's study abroad welfare policies. Come and take a look. 

Singapore Study Abroad Welfare Policy
1、 Scholarships and grants

The Singapore government has established many scholarships and grants to attract and encourage outstanding international students to study in Singapore. The scholarships and grants established by the Singapore government mainly include:

Singapore Government Scholarship

The Singapore government's full scholarship is designed to attract high-quality talents to study in Singapore. International students with excellent academic performance, moral character, and leadership abilities can apply for this scholarship. This scholarship covers expenses such as tuition fees, living expenses, accommodation fees, etc.

Scholarships and Bursary - provided by schools and private institutions

In addition to government established scholarships and grants, many schools and private institutions also offer different types of scholarships and grants. These scholarships and grants are mainly based on academic performance, family financial status, community service, and other special conditions.

Toyota Young Scholars Program

The Toyota Young Scholars Scholarship is established by Toyota Motor Corporation in Japan to provide financial support for young scholars from Asian countries to pursue further studies in universities in Singapore. This scholarship amounts to up to 100000 Singapore dollars and includes expenses such as tuition, living expenses, and accommodation.

2、 Job opportunities

During their study abroad in Singapore, students can earn some additional income through work. The Singapore government allows international students holding student visas to engage in part-time work during their spare time. According to the regulations of the Singapore government, international students are allowed to work a maximum of 16 hours per week during the semester, and can work full-time during winter and summer breaks.

International students can find part-time jobs in industries such as restaurants, shops, supermarkets, hotels, and coffee shops, as well as work as teacher assistants or research assistants in schools or educational institutions. In addition to earning some extra income, these jobs can also provide practical experience, increase social opportunities, and cultivate some vocational skills.

3、 Accommodation and transportation

During their study abroad in Singapore, international students can enjoy accommodation and transportation discounts provided by the Singapore government.

student dormitory

Many universities and private colleges offer student dormitories where international students can choose to stay. Student dormitories are usually located on campus, fully equipped, and provide a comfortable living environment. In addition, the rent for student dormitories is usually cheaper than outside rent, and international students can reduce their living costs by staying in student dormitories.

public transport

Singapore's public transportation system is very developed, and international students can use transportation such as subways, buses, light rails, and taxis. The Singapore government provides public transportation discounts for international students, who can purchase special bus or subway cards and enjoy more favorable ticket prices.

4、 Medical insurance

The Singapore government requires all international students to purchase medical insurance before coming to Singapore to ensure that they can receive medical protection during their study abroad period. International students can choose to purchase medical insurance provided by schools or private institutions, or purchase medical insurance established by the Singapore government.

5、 Cultural activities and social opportunities

Singapore is a vibrant and multicultural country, and international students can experience Singapore's culture and way of life by participating in various cultural activities and social opportunities. Many schools and private institutions hold various activities and competitions, such as concerts, theatrical performances, sports competitions, etc. International students can actively participate and make new friends.

In addition, Singapore has many tourist attractions and historical sites, and international students can use their spare time to explore various attractions in Singapore and learn about its history and culture.

6、 Accompanying Study Policy

For foreign students aged 6-16 who receive education in Singapore, the Singapore government allows their immediate female relatives (mother, grandmother, grandmother) to accompany them to study and live in Singapore. This policy is commonly known as "accompanying students". Accompanying students "is a measure implemented by the Singapore government to cultivate talents who can adapt to Singapore's development from a young age, establish new blood relationships, and enhance the overall quality of the population through the implementation of" network talent, starting from a young age ".

According to Singapore's accompanying study policy, as long as the child enters government primary and secondary schools for one year, the accompanying person can apply for legal employment. Jobs can be found on one's own, recommended by friends, or arranged through professional companies. The Singapore government strictly restricts accompanying students from engaging in industries such as tuina and massage. The positions that are generally easy for accompanying students to apply for include nurses, physical therapists, Chinese language teachers, preschool teachers, administrative clerks, cashiers, servers, salespersons, factory operators, packers, quality inspectors, mechanics, architectural draftsmen, computer analysts, etc.

Language requirements for studying abroad in Singapore
1. High school diploma or below

Generally, it is necessary to attend a language school for 3 months first, and after 3 months, one can continue to choose a language or attend Form 3. Because those who graduate from the third year of junior high school in China are generally relegated to lower grades.

Singapore secondary school lasts for 4 years, and by SEC4, one must prepare for the O-Level exam, which is very important.

Government secondary schools in Singapore charge very low fees, but sponsorship fees ranging from 1000 to 2000 are required. If the student is under the age of 16, parents can also apply to accompany them.

2. High school diploma and associate degree

There can be two situations here. One option is that students who score above the local undergraduate admission line by 20 points in the college entrance examination, score above 550 on the TOEFL, or achieve a * level in the Singapore Cambridge Education Examination can directly apply to government universities.

If your English is not ideal, just like graduating from junior high school, you also need to take a 3-month language enhancement course first.

3. Bachelor's degree

Singapore's public institutions have relatively higher requirements, with higher demands for high school entrance examination scores, not to mention English proficiency. Private institutions in Singapore have relatively relaxed language requirements, and those who do not have IELTS scores can still take language courses in Singapore to make up for their IELTS scores.

Public universities: IELTS score of 6.0 or above (individual score not less than 5.5)/TOEFL (IBT) score of 80/SAT1 reading score of 600, writing score of 600.

Private universities: IELTS score of around 5.5 is sufficient, or taking language courses without IELTS score is a substitute.

4. Master's degree

The language requirements for graduate students are also relatively high, for example, Nanyang Technological University requires a bachelor's degree from a regular university and a nationally recognized bachelor's degree, with a TOEFL score of 580 or above.

If the English proficiency does not meet the requirements, you can first take the English reinforcement course at Singapore Language School.

Public universities: IELTS score of 6.5 or above.

Private universities: IELTS scores of 6 or above can also be replaced by language courses.

5. Language requirements for different universities

1) IELTS requirements for public universities in Singapore: Students applying to study undergraduate courses at public universities in Singapore are required to achieve an IELTS score of 6.5. However, if the student is applying through the Singapore A-level exam, they do not need to provide an IELTS score. The master's degree programs at public universities in Singapore have strict IELTS requirements, requiring students to achieve an IELTS score of 6.5 or above. Some professional courses also require students to achieve an IELTS score of 7.

2) IELTS requirements for private universities in Singapore: Undergraduate programs at private universities in Singapore require relatively relaxed language proficiency, with an IELTS score of around 5-6.0. Not having an IELTS score is also acceptable, but one must pass the school's English test or study language courses arranged by the college; Students applying for master's degree programs at private universities in Singapore with an IELTS score of 6.5 generally have no major issues with their application.