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Foundation of English Certificate
- Singapore, Singapore
- 1.25 years
- English
- On campus
- Foundation
About the program
A general English certificate taught in levels from beginner to advanced, With full-day and half-day options.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate understanding of English Certificate
- Develop subject knowledge and academic study skills
- Use effective communication and independent learning strategies
- Prepare for appropriate next-stage academic pathways.
Career outcomes
- Further study: TMC Foundation
- Diploma and Higher Diploma programmes (entry route for EAP Level 3 or Upper Intermediate English)
Curriculum
- Nine progressive levels from Beginner to Advanced B covering spoken communication
- Fluency and accuracy
- Reading
- Vocabulary and writing in varied styles. Upper Intermediate levels add note taking
- Study skills
- Listening for gist
- Academic writing and research. Assessment covers use of English plus the four skills.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Completed high school or Year 12 (international entry shown on the page)
- Age 17+
- Placed by level via the TMC English Placement Test.
Accepted academic background
Completed high school or Year 12 (international entry shown on the page), Age 17+, Placed by level via the TMC English Placement Test.
Documents you’ll need
- Enrollment Application
- Identification (if required)
- Language Placement Assessment (if required).
How to apply
- Check the pathway eligibility requirements and the intended intake. Prepare academic transcripts
- Passport details
- available language results. Complete the provider application form
- Submit supporting documents
- pay any applicable application fee. Review the offer and enrollment instructions.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $16,956 SGD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $400 SGD |
| Deposit | $3,400 SGD |
Program details
| Campus | Paya Lebar Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | English Language |
| Department | Humanities and Communication |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 50 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 |
| Scholarship note | TMC Academy advertises scholarships and special grants for eligible students, Funding is not guaranteed. |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1.25 years.
Tuition is $16,956 SGD per year. The application fee is $400 SGD. The deposit is $3,400 SGD. The estimated living cost is $17,640 SGD.

