Primary and Secondary Education (Ages 7–16)
- Eligibility and Exams: To enroll in Singapore’s public schools, international students must pass the Admissions Exercise for International Students (AEIS) exam. The AEIS exam is conducted in September and February every year, and it evaluates students’ English and Mathematics skills to determine their eligibility for primary and secondary school admission. International students may prepare for AEIS exam through specialized preparatory courses
Pre-University Education (Ages 17–19)
- GCE O-Level Exam: Students aiming to enroll in Junior Colleges or Polytechnics can take the Singapore-Cambridge GCE O-Level examinations. International students may prepare for the O-Level exam through specialized preparatory courses, and take the exam in October every year. Subjects tested in the exam include English, Math, Science and Humanities.
- Polytechnic Direct Admissions: Students who have completed high school education in their home country may directly apply to Singapore’s polytechnics by taking the entrance test. Subjects tested in the entrance test include English, Math and Science. International students may prepare for the Polytechnic test through specialised preparatory courses.
University Education (Age 18 onwards)
- Diploma & IELTS Requirement: Students need to meet specific admission criteria such as achieving a Diploma qualification. Universities in Singapore also require proof of proficiency in English, such as IELTS or TOEFL scores. International students may study a Diploma program before progressing to universities in Singapore, or prepare for the IELTS test through specialised preparatory courses.