Programmer Objectives

International Foundation Diploma (IFD) in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Art aims to prepare students for transition into degree-level study, by equipping them with the fundamental skills and knowledge needed to be successful in the International Foundation Diploma's subjects. This programmer creates an alternative progression route into globally recognized External Degree Programmed (EDPs) across MDIS, allowing entry to students who do not hold the qualifications to satisfy the usual entry requirements.

On successful completion of the course, the students will be able to:

• Understand the strategies and techniques to support continued undergraduate study [Knowledge]
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of concepts and applications in subject areas relevant to their intended progression route [Intellectual Skills]
• Apply subject specific knowledge and theory to tackle simulated problems and case studies in areas of relevance to their chosen degree programmer [Intellectual Skills]
• Search, disseminate and acknowledge a variety of sources of information [Practical Skills]
• Carry out practical work accurately, precisely and in accordance with health and safety procedures [Practical Skills]
• Communicate effectively in oral and writing for different audiences [Generic Skills]

Why MDIS

The Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS), founded in 1956, is Singapore's oldest not-for-profit professional institute for lifelong learning. MDIS has two subsidiaries: Management Development Institute of Singapore Pte Ltd (MDIS Pte Ltd) to oversee its Singapore academic operations, and MDIS International Pte Ltd to further its globalisation strategy.

Award

Students who have successfully completed all coursework and examinations will be awarded the International Foundation Diploma in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Art.

Progression

Full-time (6 Months)

Tuition Fees                 Non-tuition Fees

 S$4,494.00                  S$2,200.00 - S$2,300.00

Note:

• International: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmed include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, medical insurance, medical examination and administrative fee.
• Non-tuition fees for international students may vary.
• Non-tuition fees are non-refundable, refer to MDIS refund policy for more details.

Entry Requirements

All applicants must be of age 14 and above and possess one of the following entrance requirements:

• At least 1 GCE 'O' Level Pass OR
• At least 1 IGCSE Level Pass OR
• Higher NITEC or NITEC qualifications OR
• International applicants must have completed 10 years of formal education OR
• Mature candidates (≥30 years old with 8 years’ relevant work experience)

English Language Requirements

Applicants are required to possess one of the following:

• C6 pass for English at GCE ‘O’ Levels or equivalent OR
• Achieve a minimum band of 5.5 in IELTS or equivalent OR
• Pass the English Entrance Test conducted by MDIS OR
• MDIS Professional Certificate in English OR
• 1 IGCSE Level Pass (either English 1st or 2nd language) OR
• Online English Placement Test conducted by MDIS OR
• Letter from College/University clearly stating the Medium of Instruction of the highest qualification to be English