Foundation Diploma for Tertiary Studies

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DURATION:
Full-Time: 8 months
Part-Time: 10 months
INTAKE:
Jan / Feb / Mar / Apr / May / Jun / Jul / Aug / Sep / Oct / Nov

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The Foundation Diploma for Tertiary Studies (FDTS) programme is developed to prepare students for higher education. The programme provides the necessary theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience in multi-disciplinary studies to prepare students for different disciplines in the next level of studies.

Upon completion of this course, students may progress to our Higher Diploma courses.

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Full-Time: 8 months*

Part-Time: 10 months*

* may be completed in 6 months (full-time) or 8 months (part-time) depending on English proficiency.

 

Part-time Class Schedule

Every Monday and Wednesday, 7pm to 10pm

Additional/Make-up Class: Friday, 7pm to 10pm

  • Introduction to Study Skills
  • Communication
  • Introduction to Information Technology
  • Introduction to Social and Digital Media
  • Psychology Applied to Work
  • Project

 

Course Assessment

Coursework-based assessments and examinations.

 

Graduation Requirements

Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the course structure will be awarded the ­Foundation Diploma for Tertiary Studies from TMC Academy.

Age
16 years old

Academic Qualification
Any of the following:

  • Obtained at least a C6 at GCE O level in any 1 subject
  • NITEC or Higher NITEC
  • Integrated Programme (1 passes at a level equivalent to Secondary 4)
  • TMC Certificate in Tertiary Foundation Programme

Mature Candidates
≥ 30 years old with 8 years of work experience

English Proficiency

  • At least a C6 at GCE O Level English
  • Completed TMC Certificate in Tertiary Foundation Programme
  • Completed a prior Diploma where medium of instruction is English
  • Pass an English online test and an interview with the Dean/HOD/designate

Age
16 years old

 

Academic Qualification
Completed Secondary Education or Year 9

 

English Proficiency
Any of the following:

  • IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL (Paper) ≥ 525 or, TOEFL (Computer) ≥ 195 or, TOEFL (Internet) ≥ 70 or, TOEIC ≥ 750
  • Completed TMC Certificate in Tertiary Foundation Programme
  • Completed a prior Diploma where the medium of instruction is English
  • Attend and pass Certificate in English up to Upper Intermediate A level
  • Attend and pass EAP Level 3

 

Mature Candidates
≥ 30 years old with 8 years of work experience

Application Fee $108.00
Course Fee $5,080.32
Administrative Fee
Medical Insurance $86.40
Fee Protection Scheme $38.75
Total Programme Fee Excluding Application Fee
$5,205.47

Note:   

All information stated is accurate and effective as at 1 January 2023.

Fees indicated are in SGD and inclusive of GST.

Friend Referral Scheme

  • Receive S$500.00 referral fee when you recommend your friend to join our GCE O-level (Full Course) / Diploma / Higher Diploma / Foundation Diploma / Graduate Diploma / Professional Diploma / Postgraduate Diploma programme. Click for more info.

Terms & conditions apply.

Application Fee $432.00
Course Fee $6,480.00
Administrative Fee
International Student Admin Fee* $702.00
Medical Insurance $86.40
Fee Protection Scheme $54.51
Total Programme Fee Excluding Application Fee
$7,322.91

NOTE:

* International Student Admin Fee is charged once for bundled courses. Students not on bundled course will be charged an additional $378.00 (inclusive of 8% GST) International Student Admin fee if they progress to the next course. All information stated is accurate and effective as at 1 January 2023.

Fees indicated are in SGD and inclusive of GST.

Friend Referral Scheme

Receive S$500.00 referral fee when you recommend your friend to join our GCE O-level (Full Course) / Diploma / Higher Diploma / Foundation Diploma / Graduate Diploma / Professional Diploma / Postgraduate Diploma programme. Click for more info.

Terms & conditions apply.