Foundation Diploma
- Part-time
- Full-time
- Overview
- Structure
- Admission Criteria
- Delivery & Assessment
- Fees & Commencement
Graduation & Degree Awarded
Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the programme structure will be awarded the Foundation Diploma from Kaplan Higher Education Institute.
Foundation Diploma graduates can progress to pursue our Diploma programmes, subject to minimum entry requirements being met at the point of application.
Core Modules
The Foundation Diploma programme consists of 6 modules and may be completed in 6 months.
- Academic Skills
- Communication Studies
- Critical Thinking and Innovation
- Culture and Organisations
- Foundation Mathematics
- Organisations in a Global Context
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Entry Requirements
Local Students
- Minimum 1 GCE O-Level pass; OR
- NITEC or Higher NITEC; OR
- Candidates with other qualifications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis
English Requirement
- At least D7 in GCE O-Level English or equivalent
Delivery
The curriculum is taught over 3 terms of 7 weeks with each term covering 2 modules. Each module is supported with at least 26.5 contact hours. Classes are 4-hour sessions held twice a week.
Assessment & Exams
Each module is assessed by any combination of class participation, examinations, projects or written assignments. Assessment methods may vary according to individual module requirements.
Tuition Fees
The total tuition fee covers registration, lectures/tutorials/workshops and main assessments such as assignments/tests/examinations/projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Diploma (if earned) and transcript.
For Singaporean/PR
| Fee inclusive of 8% GST
(applicable on or after 1 January 2023) |
|
| Programme Fee | S$1,984.50 payable in 1 instalment |
Receive a S$200 referral fee when you recommend a friend to enrol in our Diploma programme1.
Receive a S$100 study rebate1
1Click here for Terms and Conditions for Rebates and Offers.
Non-Tuition Fees
For Singaporean/PR
| Fee inclusive of 8% GST
(applicable on or after 1 January 2023) |
|
| Non-Refundable Application Fee | S$108 |
| Student Development Fee | S$1622 |
2Payment for this fee will be included in the first instalment.
The Student Development Fee covers the provision of a comprehensive range of initiatives aimed at enhancing the career and industry-readiness of Kaplan students, such as programmes aimed at improving interpersonal skills, technical and digital skills, as well as career advisory and job matching services. More details can be found here.
All fees indicated are inclusive of Goods and Services Tax (GST) at the prevailing rate. The prevailing GST rate from 1 January 2023 to 31 December 2023 is 8%. From 1 January 2024, the GST rate will increase to 9%. For more information on the GST revision, please refer to the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) website. Please refer to the official price list for a detailed breakdown.
Fees remain subject to change. Applicant will be charged the prevailing fees and GST at the time of application. For more information about the programme, please contact our programme consultant.
Click here for more information on Mode of Payment.
Education Loan
Choice of flexible repayment schemes available to suit your needs:
- Standard Repayment: Pay your monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed.
- Partial Repayment: Pay partial instalments for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
- Interest Servicing: Pay only interest for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
- Flexible repayment tenure of up to 8 years.
Please click here for more information on Maybank Education loan and here for OCBC Frank Education loan. Terms and conditions apply, subject to bank’s approval.
Commencement Date
There are 6 intakes per year:
February, April, June, August, October and December
Please contact our programme consultant to obtain a copy of the class schedule.
Minimum class size: 25 students
Class may commence with fewer students than indicated above, subject to resource availability. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified at least 1 week before the programme commencement date, stated in your student contract with Kaplan, and our consultants will contact you to advise on a backup plan.
Maximum allowed candidature period: 12 months
If a student fails to complete the programme within the candidature period, they will not be entitled to any recourse or refund.
- Overview
- Structure
- Admission Criteria
- Delivery & Assessment
- Fees & Commencement
Graduation & Degree Awarded
Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the programme structure will be awarded the Foundation Diploma from Kaplan Higher Education Academy.
Foundation Diploma graduates can progress to pursue our Diploma programmes, subject to minimum entry requirements being met at the point of application.
Core Modules
The Foundation Diploma programme consists of 6 modules and may be completed in 6 months.
- Academic Skills
- Communication Studies
- Critical Thinking and Innovation
- Culture and Organisations
- Foundation Mathematics
- Organisations in a Global Context
Click for reasons to make Kaplan your choice.
Entry Requirements
Local Students
- Minimum 1 GCE O-Level pass; OR
- NITEC or Higher NITEC; OR
- Candidates with other qualifications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis
International Students
- Minimum 1 GCE O-Level pass; OR
- Completion of Year 10; OR
- Completed Secondary School education in their home country; OR
- Other private or foreign qualifications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis; OR
- Candidates with other qualifications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis
English Requirement
- At least D7 in GCE O-Level English; OR
- IELTS 5.5 or equivalent1; OR
- Kaplan Diploma in Professional Business English (PBEP) Level 51
1 Applicable for International Students
Delivery
The curriculum is taught over 3 terms of 7 weeks with each term covering 2 modules. Each module is supported with at least 46.5 contact hours. Classes are scheduled for 5 days a week, 3 hours a day. Students are expected to be on campus for classes, workshops and self-study.
Assessment & Exams
Each module is assessed by any combination of class participation, examinations, projects or written assignments. Assessment methods may vary according to individual module requirements.
Tuition Fees
The total tuition fee covers registration, lectures/tutorials/workshops and main assessments such as assignments/tests/examinations/projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Diploma (if earned) and transcript.
For Singaporean/PR
| Fee inclusive of 8% GST
(applicable on or after 1 January 2023) |
|
| Programme Fee | S$2,097.90 payable in 1 instalment |
Receive a S$200 referral fee when you recommend a friend to enrol in our Diploma programme1
Receive a S$100 study rebate1
1Click here for Terms and Conditions for Rebates and Offers.
For International Student
| Fee inclusive of 8% GST
(applicable on or after 1 January 2023) |
|
| Programme Fee | S$5,329.80 payable in 1 instalment |
Non-Tuition Fees
For Singaporean/PR
| Fee inclusive of 8% GST
(applicable on or after 1 January 2023) |
|
| Non-Refundable Application Fee | S$108 |
| Student Development Fee | S$1622 |
2Payment for this fee will be included in the first instalment.
The Student Development Fee covers the provision of a comprehensive range of initiatives aimed at enhancing the career and industry-readiness of Kaplan students, such as programmes aimed at improving interpersonal skills, technical and digital skills, as well as career advisory and job matching services. More details can be found here.
For International Student
| Fee inclusive of 8% GST
(applicable on or after 1 January 2023) |
|
| Non-Refundable Application Fee | S$496.80 |
| Administration Fee | S$9723 |
3Includes application for Kaplan Student Access Card, Student’s Pass, Fee Protection Scheme and Medical Insurance
All fees indicated are inclusive of Goods and Services Tax (GST) at the prevailing rate. The prevailing GST rate from 1 January 2023 to 31 December 2023 is 8%. From 1 January 2024, the GST rate will increase to 9%. For more information on the GST revision, please refer to the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) website. Please refer to the official price list for a detailed breakdown.
Fees remain subject to change. Applicant will be charged the prevailing fees and GST at the time of application. For more information about the programme, please contact our programme consultant.
Click here for more information on Mode of Payment.
Education Loan
Choice of flexible repayment schemes available to suit your needs:
- Standard Repayment: Pay your monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed.
- Partial Repayment: Pay partial instalments for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
- Interest Servicing: Pay only interest for up to 3 years or till the end of your programme, whichever is earlier. Standard monthly instalments (principal and interest) will commence thereafter.
- Flexible repayment tenure of up to 8 years.
Please click here for more information on Maybank Education loan and here for OCBC Frank Education loan. Terms and conditions apply, subject to bank’s approval.
Commencement Date
There is an intake every month.
Please contact our programme consultant to obtain a copy of the class schedule.
Minimum class size: 25 students
Class may commence with fewer students than indicated above, subject to resource availability. In the event of cancellation, you will be notified at least 1 week before the programme commencement date, stated in your student contract with Kaplan, and our consultants will contact you to advise on a backup plan.
Maximum allowed candidature period: 12 months
If a student fails to complete the programme within the candidature period, they will not be entitled to any recourse or refund.