Singapore's oldest polytechnic, with 34 diplomas across engineering, maritime, design and the arts. EAE applications open 25 Jun – 1 Jul 2026— SP's marine and aerospace programmes are among the most distinctive EAE routes in any Singapore polytechnic.
“SP is the only polytechnic in Singapore with a dedicated maritime faculty — if you're drawn to the sea, ports, or shipping logistics, no other institution comes close.”
— SGSchoolKaki editorial, 2026
Based on SP's publicly known specialisms. Not a statistical ranking — editorial guidance only.
Diploma in Marine Engineering
Diploma in Maritime Business
Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering
Diploma in Architecture
Diploma in Hotel & Leisure Facilities Management
Diploma in Music & Audio Technology
Diploma in Media, Arts & Design
Diploma in Culinary & Catering Management
Apply by 1 Jul 2026 — write-up due at the same time!
SP uses different assessment formats depending on the diploma. The exact format is confirmed in the EAE portal when you apply.
All applicants submit a 600-character write-up per course, explaining their passion and aptitude. SP shortlists based on write-up quality before inviting candidates to assessment.
Successful applicants receive conditional offers BEFORE O-Level results / final GPA. To convert to firm admission, you must still meet the polytechnic's Minimum Entry Requirements (MERs) for the course offered.
Keep it real — tell them why you actually want this course, not what you think they want to hear. 600 characters goes fast, so every sentence needs to count.
Write-up tip
MOE-set thresholds apply across all polytechnics. SP has no separate eligibility criteria.
Results may combine no more than 2 sittings of the O-Level examinations. Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents, and International Students enrolled in government, government-aided and Independent Schools.
Raised from 2.0 to 2.5 from AY2027 polytechnic intake onwards (i.e. starting with 2026 EAE applicants) Nitec in Nursing holders only — minimum GPA of 3.0 to apply for the Diploma in Nursing or the Diploma in Health Sciences (Nursing). Per MOE: this is a LOWERED bar (vs the standard 3.5) recognising relevant prior healthcare training.
Apply in the early-June window with CV + employer reference + 600-character write-up per course.
Last verified: 2026-05-27 · Source: MOE press release 2026-05-05 + SP AY2027 EAE Guide.
Applications open 25 Jun — don't miss the 1 Jul deadline!
Submit up to 3 course applications via eae.polytechnic.edu.sg. Include one 600-character write-up per course.
Submit up to 3 course applications via eae.polytechnic.edu.sg. Include one 600-character write-up per course.
SP schedules its own interview and assessment dates within this window. Check shortlisting email for your specific date.
Start your portfolio early — even a rough draft helps you talk about it at the interview.
EAE tip
Film, mass comm, business & early childhood
Nursing, cybersecurity, IT & animation
Aviation, vet tech, law & design
Sports science, health, hospitality & game design
Dates, eligibility, courses & tools
Check your ELR2B2 against each poly
Submit your application and 600-character write-up between 25 June and 1 July 2026 via SP's official EAE guide page.
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