International Foundation Diploma in EngineeringAwarded by: MDIS

International Foundation Dip (Engineering)
International Foundation Dip (Engineering)

Programme Objectives

This programme provides an avenue for participants who want to formalise their experiences and understanding in the field of Engineering. It also reinforces participants' foundation in mathematics and physics and enhances their problem solving skills and techniques through lectures and tutorials.

Methods of Assessment

Teaching is delivered through a combination of lectures, small group and individual project work, lab-work, tutorials, computing skills and assignments that are integrated throughout the diploma programme. Students are assessed based on assignments, lab works, examinations and projects.

Why MDIS School of Engineering

Fully-equipped Engineering laboratory and workshops on campus
Diverse teaching team with relevant industrial experience
Up-to-date curriculum and hands-on practical lessons

Graduation

Students who have successfully completed all coursework and examinations will be awarded with the International Foundation Diploma in Engineering from MDIS.

Career Opportunities

With an International Foundation Diploma in Engineering, you will be able to apply for positions such as:

  • Engineering Assistant
  • Lab Technician
  • Technical Sales Executive
  • Technical Support Assistant

Engineering Mathematics 1

Programming Principles and Development 

Physics - Mechanics

Engineering Mathematics 2

Computing Systems

Physics - Dynamics

The average lecturer/student ratio is 1 : 100 (lecture)

The average lecturer/student ratio is 1 : 40 (tutorial)

Click here to download profiles of lecturers.

For more course details and information Click here.

Duration & Intakes

Full-time
Duration  Commencement  Completion
7 Months
March 2024 October 2024
May 2024 November 2024
September 2024 April 2025

 

Part-time
Duration  Commencement  Completion
12 Months  TBC TBC

 

Fees & Structure

Structure Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST) Non-Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST)
Full-time S$9,047.00 S$200.00 - S$450.00
Part-time

Application fees: S$109.00

Note: 

# All application fees are non-refundable
# All fees quoted are inclusive of GST at the prevailing rate.
# Local:
- Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop,  medical insurance, fee protection scheme. 
- Non-tuition fees for part-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop and fee protection scheme.
# International: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes 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 16 and above, and obtained one of the following requirements:

At least 1 GCE 'O' level pass

OR

NITEC / Higher 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)

OR

At least 1 IGCSE Level Pass

 

English Language Requirements

Applicants are required to possess at least ONE of the following:

All applicants must possess a D7 in English at GCE ‘O’ Levels or equivalent

OR

Achieve a minimum band of 5.5 in IELTS or equivalent

OR

A Pass in MDIS English Entrance Test (EET) 

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

Achieve a minimum score of 95 and above in Duolingo English Test

 

Financial Assistance Scheme

Student loans from the organisations listed below are available to Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents. Please contact the organisations directly to find out how you may benefit from their services.

 

Study Loans

 Organisation  Contact Number  Website
 TCC Limited  +65 - 6319 3700   http://www.tcc.org.sg
 DBS Bank  1800 111 1111  http://www.dbs.com.sg
 Maybank  1800 629 2265  http://www.maybank2u.com.sg

 

0% INTEREST CREDIT CARD INSTALMENT PLANS
For All Programmes (Available in 6 or 12 months)

 Organisation  Contact Number  Website
 Standard Chartered Bank  1800 747 7000  http://www.standardchartered.com.sg
 Maybank  1800 968 2265  http://www.maybank.com.sg
 UOB  1800 226 6121  http://www.uob.com.sg
 OCBC  1800 363 3333  http://www.ocbc.com.sg
 DBS  1800 111 1111  http://www.dbs.com
 POSB  1800 339 6666  http://www.posb.com.sg
 AMEX (Only 24 Months)  -   https://www.americanexpress.com/en-sg

Duration & Intakes

Full-time
Duration  Commencement  Completion
7 Months
March 2024 October 2024
May 2024 November 2024
September 2024 April 2025

Fees & Structure

Structure Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST) Non-Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST)
Full-time S$9,810.00 S$810.00 - S$1000.00

Application fees: S$490.50

Note:

# All application fees are non-refundable.
# All fees quoted are inclusive of GST at the prevailing rate.
# Local: 
- Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop,  medical insurance, fee protection scheme. 
- Non-tuition fees for part-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop and fee protection scheme.
# International: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes 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 16 and above, and obtained one of the following requirements:

At least 1 GCE 'O' level pass

OR

NITEC / Higher NITEC qualifications

OR

International applicants must have completed 10 years of foreign formal education

OR

Mature candidates (≥30 years old with 8 years relevant work experience)

OR

At least 1 IGCSE Level Pass

 

English Language Requirements

Applicants are required to possess at least ONE of the following:

All applicants must possess a D7 in English at GCE ‘O’ Levels or equivalent

OR

Achieve a minimum band of 5.5 in IELTS or equivalent

OR

A Pass in the MDIS English Entrance Test (EET) 

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

Achieve a minimum score of 95 and above in Duolingo English Test

 

Student Pass Application

International students are required to apply for a student pass if he/she wishes to study full-time in Singapore. Please click here for detail information.

For any programme enquiries, please contact our friendly consultants:

Mr Darren Yap | Mobile/WhatsApp: +65 8183 8104 | Email: darren_yapme@mdis.edu.sg

Enquiry Form

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Quick Information

Duration of Course 
Full-Time:  7 Months
Part-Time: 12 Months

Mode of Delivery
Face-to-Face

Award
INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION DIPLOMA 

Commencement Dates

Full-time Programme
March
May
September

Part-time Programme
TBC

Contact Details

Local students:

+65 6247 9111

International students:
Main Hotline:

+65 6278 8000

+65 6796 7005

+65 6796 7009

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