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Foundation of IGCSE Preparatory Course
Raffles College of Higher Education
- Singapore, Singapore
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Foundation
About the program
A full-time preparatory course for Cambridge IGCSE with intensive, Year 7-8, Year 10 and upper-secondary tracks.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational and applied knowledge of IGCSE Preparatory Course. Strengthen analytical and communication skills relevant to the field. Apply learning through appropriate academic activities.
Career outcomes
- Progression to the college's Design and Business Diploma programmes
Curriculum
- Four tracks. Intensive (5 months): English First Language
- Mathematics and Physics. Year 7/8 (12 months): English
- Mathematics
- Science and Global Perspectives. Year 10 and Upper Secondary (12 and 24 months): English
- Mathematics
- Accounting
- Business Studies
- Combined Science and Global Perspectives
- With optional subjects. No internship or capstone.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Completed Year 9 or equivalent
- IELTS 4.5 or equivalent
- Minimum age 15.
Accepted academic background
Completed Year 9 or equivalent, Age 15+, 4 IGCSE passes of D or above (excluding English) needed to progress to Diploma.
Language tests
- IELTS 4.5
Documents you’ll need
- Passport copy
- Academic certificates and transcripts
- English proficiency evidence
- Recent photograph
- Application form
- Financial and visa supporting documents for international enrollment.
How to apply
- Visit the official website. Select the intended program and intake. Complete the application form. Submit academic certificates
- Transcripts
- Passport details
- A recent photograph
- English proficiency evidence. Pay the application fee. Accept the offer and complete the required tuition deposit and Student Pass documentation. Follow the enrollment instructions provided by the college.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $21,800 SGD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $1,090 SGD |
| Deposit | $5,000 SGD |
Program details
| Campus | Raffles @ 111 Somerset |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Preparatory Courses |
| Department | IGCSE |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
1 Oct 2026
ClosedProgram starts
July 2027
Apply by
1 Apr 2027
138 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 1 Apr 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $21,800 SGD per year. The application fee is $1,090 SGD. The deposit is $5,000 SGD. The estimated living cost is $17,640 SGD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 4.5.