Last Updated: 11 Oct 2025

Common Science Programme

Specially designed to help you gain a better understanding of the different applied science disciplines. The Common Science Programme (CSP) helps you explore your interests, enabling you to make an informed decision about the most suitable course to pursue after the end of the first or second semester.
Course code: R59
Republic Polytechnic
Admission type: JAE
Course duration: 3 years

Applicants with mild visual impairment may encounter difficulties meeting the course requirements and expectations, and may be assessed on a case-by-case basis to determine their suitability for admission.

Students admitted to this course must ensure that they satisfy the requirements of the respective diplomas before they can be streamed to the respective courses.

If you are undecided after Semester 1, you can choose a cluster: Biological Sciences. Based on the cluster, you can choose a diploma at the end of Semester 2.

Biological Sciences cluster

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Course details

Certification offered
Depends on the diploma course you choose to major in
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Minimum entry requirement

You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.

How to register

Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE)

The Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE) allows O-Level certificate holders to apply for admission to junior colleges (JC), Millennia Institute (MI), polytechnics and the Institute of Technical Education (ITE).

You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.