Can I continue in Singapore if my student visa expires?

Yes, you can continue in Singapore, but you will require a short-term Student Pass. This allows you to stay in the country for 90 days. You can apply for this pass through the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority website.

How much do I get paid while working part-time in Singapore?

The pay would entirely depend on your type and nature of job. However, depending on the job, students earn anywhere between $1000 to $2000 every month depending on the job. According to Glassdoor, an average salary earned by students in Singapore by working part time is SGD 1800.

Can I work on Student Pass?

Yes, you can work on Student Pass for 16 hours per week when the academic semester is in progress. However, you can work for unlimited hours during the summer, provided you are enrolled as a full-time student at one of the IHL.

Do I need to take a medical checkup and purchase health insurance to study in Singapore?

Yes, you need both. You can check the website of the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) of Singapore to learn more about the type of health insurance required. You will be required to undergo medical tests like BMI test, urine test, blood test, complete blood count, blood sugar, and so on.

Can I continue working using my Student Pass after the course completion?

No, you cannot work using Student Pass after the course completion. This pass is usually issued for the duration of your program or the type of program you are applying to. You must have a Work Pass to work in Singapore. This also protects you from exploitation.

I have certain questions about studying in Singapore who can I approach for answers?

You may have several questions regarding pursuing your studies in Singapore. You can approach our experts at Collegepond for answers. You can write to us at info@collegepond.com or call us at 022-26103135 to book an appointment with our expert.

Grading System In Singapore

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Grading System in Singapore

The universities in Singapore follow the Grade Point Average (GPA) system. Most public universities follow either a 4-point and 5-point grade point or computation scheme.

4- Point Grade System: Singapore Management University (SMU) follows a 4-point grade point system.

Letter Grade	Mark Range	Grade
A+	86 and Above	4.3
A	83 to 85	4.0
A-	80 to 82	3.7
B+	77 to 79	3.3
B	74 to 76	3.0
B-	70 to 73	2.7
C+	66 to 69	2.4
C	63 to 65	2.0
C-	60 to 62	1.7
D+	53 to 59	1.3
D	50 to 52	1
F	49 and below	0

5-Point Grade System: Nanyang Technological University (NTU), National University of Singapore (NUS), and Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) follow a 5-point grade system.