Studying Medicine – What If You Do Not Qualify for Medical Schools in Singapore
Medical schools anywhere in the world is high competitive! Even with stellar academic results, applicants will need to ace the interview to be given a place in medical schools in Singapore. To be qualified to practice medicine in Singapore, you will need to have graduated from a medical school at one of these universities: Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine at the National University of Singapore Duke-NUS Medical School Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine at the Nanyang Technological University Overseas universities recognised by the Singapore Medical Council Nearly 2,000 students apply to study Medicine at NUS every year and about 1000 are shortlisted for interviews to fill 280 places. These 2,000 students are very likely to have also applied to study medicine at NTU. NTU’s medicine has only 150 spots. Duke-NUS accepts about 60 to 70 students in each cohort. So if you do not get a spot in any of these universities in Singapore, you may have to consider medical schools at overseas universities recognised by the Singapore Medical Council. Unable to Gain Admissions to NUS or NTU Medical Schools? Read here: If you are unable to afford an overseas education, you may start with doing a 3-4 years science related degree e.g. biomedical science, at a local university and apply to a M.D. program at Duke-NUS or at one of the SMC recognised universities. Apply to overseas universities recognised by the Singapore Medical Council. Popular countries are Australia, the UK and the USA. Find out more from us about this option. Re-do your A Levels in the U.K. Find out more from us about this option. Studying Medicine in Australia Most medical programs in Australia are 5-7 years. Most Australian universities have stopped their undergraduate MBBS and have moved to a graduate entry M.D. Monash University offers a 5 year direct entry Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) and the University of New South Wales (UNSW) offers a 6 year direct entry Bachelor of Medical Studies/Doctor of Medicine (M.D.). Students with a bachelor degree (3-4 years) are eligible to apply for the 4 year M.D. programs are offered by University of Adelaide, University of Melbourne, University of Queensland, University of Sydney and University of Western Australia. Australian National University offers a 4 year MChD program. If you do not meet the entry requirements for a Bachelor degree in Australia, you may consider the following: 1. Enrol in a 18 months High Achievers Preparation Program (HAPP) offered by Taylors College leading to the University of Sydney 2. Enrol in a 1 year foundation program in Australia Study Medicine in the UK Admissions to medical schools in the UK are also highly competitive. Students would usually requires AAA for A level or 38 points and above for IB. The duration for most MBBS programs are 6 years. If you do not meet the entry requirements for a MBBS program int he UK, you may consider the following: 1. Enrol in an A level program in the UK 2. Enrol in a science degree followed by a graduate entry M.D. in Australia, Singapore or USA. if you […]
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Where Did Fortune 500’s Top 20 CEOs Obtain their First Degree
Most students dream of a prestigious Ivy League education and some parents invest heavily by hiring consultants to guide their child into an Ivy League university. The average acceptance rates for an Ivy league is just 4%. So the question here is, does one really require an Ivy League education to be successful in their career? We compiled a list of 2019’s Fortune 500 Top 20 CEOs and found out where they did their first degree. The result may be quite shocking for some as only one CEO started his first degree at an Ivy League university. Three of the CEOs did not obtain their first degree in the United States. Let’s take a look at the list: Doug McMillon President and CEO, Walmart First Degree: University of Arkansas – Business Administration Graduate School: University of Tulsa – MBA
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Computer Science Degree in the USA
Why should you study computer science degree programs in the United States? No prizes for correct answers! Home to the Largest Tech Companies in the World According to Forbes, 8 out of 10 of the world’s largest tech companies in 2019 are from the United States. This also means there are more opportunities for internship and career in the tech industry. The 8 largest tech companies in the U.S. are: Apple Microsoft Alphabet (Parent company of Google) Intel IBM Facebook Cisco Systems Oracle The World’s Richest Person is a Computer Science Graduate In the 2019 Forbes list of the world’s billionaires, Jeff Bezos, founder, chief executive officer, and president of Amazon, is worth USD 131 Billion, making him the world’s richest person in the world. Jeff Bezos graduated from Princeton University in 1986 with a degree in electrical engineering and computer science. Computer Science is a STEM Designated Degree Program In education, the acronym STEM stands for the disciplines of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.Eligible F-1 students with STEM degrees who finish their program of study and participate in an initial period of regular post-completion OPT (often for 12 months) have the option to apply for a STEM OPT extension. Optional Practical Training (OPT) is temporary employment that is directly related to an F-1 student’s major area of study.The STEM OPT extension is a 24-month period of temporary training that directly relates to an F-1 student’s program of study in an approved STEM field. U.S. Dominates the Operation Systems (OS) Industry When you turn on the computer or mobile phone, there is a 99% chance that the OS is an American technology. According to Statcounter, the OS market share worldwide from Jan 2019 to Jan 2020 is: Android (39.67%) Windows (35.23%) iOS (14.5%) OS X (7.71%) Unknown (0.93%) Linux (0.88%) U.S. Dominates the Social Networks Industry According to Statista, 9 out of the Top 15 most popular social networks worldwide as of January 2020 are U.S. companies. There are 6 are Chinese companies (WeChat, Tik Tok, QQ, QZone, Sina Weibo and Kuaishou). The top 8 most popular social networks in the U.S. are: Facebook YouTube WhatsApp Facebook Messenger Instragram Reddit Snachat Twitter Pinterest We could go on with more reasons but the list goes on. To find out more about studying for a computer science degree in the United States, contact us now. Here are some notable Asian computer science graduates that received their education in the United States: Masayoshi Son Founder and CEO, SoftBank Education: University of California, Berkeley – Economics and Computer Science Forbes Net Worth: $23.7B as of 29 Feb 2020
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Why you should study Cyber Security programs in the USA
Why should you study cyber security degree programs in the United States? No prizes for correct answers! The United States is home to most of the biggest tech companies. U.S. companies dominates your mobile OS, computer OS, Apps, e-mail platforms, eCommerce platforms, search engines, electronic payments and cyber security. The First “Antivirus” Software The first known computer virus appeared in 1971 and was dubbed the “Creeper virus”. Ray Tomlinson, an American programmer, created a program known as “The Reaper”, which eventually deleted the Creeper Virus. “The Reaper” was actually a virus itself specifically designed to remove the Creeper virus. However some people consider “The Reaper” as the earliest antivirus software. DEF CON is held in the United States DEF CON is one of the world’s largest and most notable hacker conventions, held annually in Las Vegas, Nevada. Home to the Top Cyber Security Companies According to eSecurity Planet, 13 out of 15 of the Top Cyber Security Companies are headquartered in the United States: 1. Fortinet 2. KnowBe4 3. Cisco 4. Splunk 5. Microsoft 6. IBM 7. Palo Alto Networks 8. McAfee 9. Broadcom 10. Check Point 11. Proofpoint 12. Imperva 13. RSA (Dell Technologies) Featured University: George Mason University Location: Fairfax, Virginia Course: BS Cyber Security Engineering Est, Annual Tuition Fee: USD 36,024 Duration: 4 Years
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Why you should study Aerospace Programs in the USA
Why should you study aerospace or aeronautical degree programs in the United States? No prizes for correct answers! The First Person on the Moon The U.S. is the first country to have landed on the moon. On July 20, 1969, Neil Armstrong became the first human to step on the moon. Possibly the World’s Largest Space Program in the World NASA is possibly the world’s largest space program in the world. Other space programs include the Roscosmos (Russia), Chinese National Space Agency (China), European Space Agency,Indian Space Research Organization (India). Home to the Largest Aerospace Manufacturers The U.S. is home to some of the largest aerospace manufacturers in the world: 1. Boeing 2. Lockheed Martin 3. United Technologies 4. GE Aviation 5. Northrop Grumman 6. Raytheon World’s Largest Air Force The United States Air Force is the largest airforce in the world with a total of 13,364 aircrafts according to GlobalFirePower.com. Countries like Australia, Canada, Israel, Japan, South Korea, Singapore and United Kingdom, procure planes for their air force. Here are some recommendations on where to study aerospace degree programs in the USA: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Location: Daytona, Florida and Prescott, Arizona Course: BS Aerospace Engineering Est, Annual Tuition Fee: USD 36,868 Duration: 4 Years
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Law Degree in the UK Recognised by the Singapore Institute of Legal Education (SILE)
To be qualified to practice Law in Singapore, you should have a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) or Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the following universities: 1) National University of Singapore (NUS) – 4 Years for LL.B 2) Singapore Management University (SMU) – 4 Years for LL.B / 3 Years for J.D 3) Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) – 4.5 to 6 Years for LL.B / 4 to 6 Years for J.D 4) Overseas institutions approved by the Singapore Institute of Legal Application (SILE) Duration Comparison between Australia, UK and the U.S. Australian Universities – 4 Years for LL.B / 3 Years for J.D. UK Universities – 3 Years for LL.B U.S. Universities – 4 Years for Bachelor Degree + 3 Years for J.D. After Graduating with a Applicable Law Degree From an Overseas University 1. Attain at least lower second class honours (2:2). 2. Pass Part A of the Singapore Bar Examinations (Optional 3 months Part A Bar Course available) – Part A of the Singapore Bar Examinations is a conversion examination applicable for all graduates from approved foreign universities who intend to apply for admission to the Bar. 3. Attend and complete the compulsory practice session and workshops at the 6 months preparatory course leading to Part B of the Singapore Bar and Examinations and pass Part B of the Singapore Bar Examinations- Part B is taken by graduates from both local and overseas universities. 4. Complete Practice Training in a Law firm for 6 months From 2023, law graduates who want to be practising lawyers will have to complete one year of practice training with a firm instead of the current six months, after passing the Singapore Bar examinations. Part B of the exam will also become more stringent. SILE recognised UK institutions for Undergraduate Law Programmes The 2020/2021 tuition fee for a Bachelor of Law degree in the UK ranges from £18,780 (approx. SGD 33,937) to £27,285 (approx. SGD 49,306) per year and the duration is from 3 years. Minimum entry requirements are A-Level or equivalent. Students with O-level qualifications may complete a foundation course in the UK before progressing to the undergraduate Law programmes. Below are the list of UK institutions approved by the Singapore Institute of Legal Education (SILE): University of Birmingham Location: Birmingham, England Course: LL.B (Honours) 2020/2021 Annual Tuition Fee: £18,780 Duration: 3 Years
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UK Pharmacy Degree Recognised by Singapore Pharmacy Council
Singapore plans to build four new general hospitals between 2020-2030 and six new polyclinics by 2023. The expansion in the healthcare sector in Singapore would see an increase in demand for manpower, innovation and productivity in healthcare. Pharmacists are highly sought after for to meet the demands in Singapore’s healthcare industry. To become a qualified pharmacist in Singapore, you should have the a degree from the following universities: 1) Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) from the National University of Singapore – 4 Years 2) Overseas institutions recognised by the Singapore Pharmacy Council (SPC) – 4 Years History of Pharmacy in the UK There are over 30 Master of Pharmacy programmes from different providers throughout the UK and 12 of them are recognised by the Singapore Pharmacy Council (SPC) . The Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain was founded in 1841.The Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain was replaced by the Royal Pharmaceutical Society and the General Pharmaceutical Council in September 2010. The General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) is the body responsible for the independent regulation of the pharmacy profession within England, Scotland and Wales, responsible for the regulation of pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and pharmacy premises. Singapore Pharmacy Council recognised UK institutions for Pharmacy Programmes The 2020/2021 tuition fee for a Master of Pharmacy ranges from £16,770 (approx. SGD 30,341) to £24,650 (approx. SGD 44,593) per year and the duration is 4 years. Minimum entry requirements are A-Level or Polytechnic Diploma. Students with O-level qualifications may complete a foundation course in the UK before progressing to the Master of Pharmacy. Below are the list of UK institutions that are recognised by Singapore’s SPC (Tuition fee from the lowest to the highest). Robert Gordon University Location: Aberdeen, Scotland Course: Master of Pharmacy 2020/2021 Annual Tuition Fee: £16,770 Duration: 4 Years
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Dietetics and Nutrition Bachelor Degree in the UK
Singapore plans to build four new general hospitals between 2020-2030 and six new polyclinics by 2023. The expansion in the healthcare sector in Singapore would see an increase in demand for manpower, innovation and productivity in healthcare. Dieticians are highly sought after for to meet the demands in Singapore’s healthcare industry. To become a qualified dietician in Singapore, you should have the a bachelor degree from the following universities: 1) Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) – 4 Years 2) Overseas institutions accredited by the respective country’s organisations – 3-4 Years Studying Dietetics in the UK The earliest dietary observations in hospitals go back to St Bartholomew’s Hospital in 1687. However dietetics really started from the middle of the nineteenth century when Florence Nightingale observed the importance of diet and nutrition to convalescence from the wars at that time. The British Dietetics Association’s very first meeting was held on 24 January 1936 at St Thomas’ Hospital in London. Since then the BDA has grown into an internationally respected and valued organisation with influence in all four UK countries as well as overseas. British Dietetics Association Accredited Dietetics Bachelor Degree Programmes Studying in the UK is more affordable than most people think. The 2020/2021 tuition fee for a BSc (Hons) Dietetics ranges from £12,000 (approx. SGD 21,750) to £18,655 (approx. SGD 33,797 per year and the duration is 3 – 4 years. Minimum entry requirements are A-Level or Polytechnic Diploma. Students with O-level qualifications may complete a foundation course in the UK before progressing to the BSc (Hons) Dietetics. Below are the list of UK institutions with Bachelor degrees in Dietetics that are accredited by the BDA. Coventry University Location: Coventry, England Course: BSc (Hons) Dietetics and Human Nutrition 2020/2021 Annual Tuition Fee: £16,000 Duration: 3 Years
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Physiotherapy Degree in the UK
Singapore plans to build four new general hospitals between 2020-2030 and six new polyclinics by 2023. The expansion in the healthcare sector in Singapore would see an increase in demand for manpower, innovation and productivity in healthcare. Allied health professionals like occupational therapist, physiotherapist, diagnostic radiographers, speech language therapist and radiation therapist are highly sought after for to meet the demands in Singapore’s healthcare industry. To become a qualified physiotherapist in Singapore, you should have the a bachelor degree from the following universities: 1) Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) – 4 Years 2) Overseas institutions recognised by the Allied Health Professions Council (AHPC) 3-4 Years History of Physiotherapy in the UK There are 75 pre-registration physiotherapy programmes from different providers throughout the UK and seventeen of them are accredited by Singapore’s AHPC. Great Britain was one of the earliest countries to form a professional physiotherapy body (after Sweden), The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).The Society was established in 1894 as the Society of Trained Masseuses by four nurses and was awarded its Royal Charter in 1920. The CSP acts as the professional, educational and trade union body for over 59,000 chartered physiotherapists, physio students and physiotherapy support workers. Singapore AHPC recognised UK institutions for Physiotherapy Programmes Studying in the UK is more affordable than most people think. The 2020/2021 tuition fee for a BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy ranges from £12,250 (approx. SGD 22,181) to £26,700 (approx. SGD 48,344) per year and the duration is from 3 to 4 years. Minimum entry requirements are A-Level or Polytechnic Diploma.Some UK universities like Teesside University, does not require a relevant diploma. Students with O-level qualifications may complete a foundation course in the UK before progressing to the BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy. Below are the list of UK institutions that are recognised by Singapore’s AHPC (Tuition fee from the lowest to the highest). Glasgow Caledonian University Location: Glasgow, Scotland Course: BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy 2020/2021 Annual Tuition Fee: £12,250 Duration: 4 Years
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University of Sunderland – Cosmetic Science Degree in the UK. Top up options for Singapore Polytechnic graduates.
In 2019, the beauty industry was valued at USD 532 billion and growing faster ever than according to the retail analytics form, Edited. Cosmetic chemists are in demand by cosmetics companies to cope with the increasing growth in the beauty industry. According to SalaryExpert.com, an entry-level cosmetic chemist (1-3 years of experience) earns an average salary of $44,945. On the other end, a senior-level cosmetic chemist (8+ years of experience) earns an average salary of $76,705. If you are considering this career option, you will need to have the right qualifications. The University of Sunderland, located in the North East of England, is one of the few universities worldwide, to offer the Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Cosmetic Science where students can gain expertise in the formulation and manufacture of cosmetic, fragrance, and personal care products. Graduates from Singapore Polytechnic’s Diploma in Perfumery and Cosmetic Science with a GPA of 3.0 and above will gain admission to the 2nd year of the degree and complete the degree in just 2 years. The 2024/2025 annual tuition fee for the University of Sunderland’s BSc(Hons) Cosmetic Science is £16,000 (approx. SGD 27,000) per year and scholarships are available too.
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