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A distinctive and rigorous curriculum ensures that At RP, you’ll find a nurturing, student-centric you are more than ready to shine in your chosen environment that helps you learn holistically. career. But we know you’re looking beyond robust Beside each and every student is a mentor, there to guide you throughout your journey with instruction, so you might be further enticed by our: us — and what a journey it promises to be!

With RP’s Problem-based Learning approach, Overseas study trips you’ll soon realise you’re more than able to A whole world waiting to be explored and to solve whatever challenges get thrown your learn from way. Transforming problems into possibilities? We’ll open your eyes. Co-curricular You’ll embark on a comprehensive enhanced > internship programme which will give you a 80 activities head start in your career. Indulge your interests or try something new Look forward to achieving your dreams at RP, as lifelong learning is a journey and we are Community-based projects here to help you develop your potential. Our Reach out and discover from a suite of lifelong learning courses will quench different perspective your thirst for learning, strengthen your skillsets, and lead you to acquire new ones to stay relevant in this ever-evolving world. acclaimed arts & music festivals Discover your potential, achieve your dreams 3 and embrace a transformative experience at Held yearly to expand your cultural horizons RP because we’re so much more. CONTENTS

Business Information Systems 10

Digital Design & Development 14

Financial Technology 18

Infocomm Security Management 22

Information Technology 26

Common ICT Programme 30 ABOUT SCHOOL OF infocomm hear from our graduates Du Mengxue Are you prepared to work You’ll encounter the latest advancements, fine-tune My journey in RP spurred my passion in IT as I was given many opportunities to learn a myriad of your problem-solving skills and put your creative skills. I also had the chance to participate in competitions and contribute to team projects which I in an increasingly fast- talents to work. totally enjoyed. With valuable insights and memorable experiences gained through my studies in RP, I became motivated to further my studies in IT. paced and digital future? Make your dream career digital and explore the exciting Diploma in Business Applications At RP School of Infocomm possibilities through our Common ICT Programme and (now known as Diploma in Financial Technology) (SOI), you’ll acquire critical five diplomas in a variety of fields: IMDA Gold Medallist Business Information Systems 2020 Graduate Currently pursuing Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics expertise to develop new Digital Design & Development (with Honours) at National University of Singapore technological capabilities Financial Technology An exemplary student, Mengxue topped her diploma infocomm Security Management and make dynamic cohort for all three years during her studies at RP. information Technology In addition to achieving several module awards advancements. It’s time to throughout her studies, she received the IMDA Gold Medal when she graduated in 2020. Beyond her revolutionise the way we stellar academic performance, she participated in competitions such as PolyFintech100 API Hackathon live, work and play. 2018 and MoosoonSIM Enterprise Resource Management competition 2018. A well-rounded student, Mengxue is recognised for her leadership skills and for having a humble nature as she is always willing to lend a helping hand to her peers. Get ready to take on the world as a tech-savvy IT TAILOR YOUR EXPERTISE professional! Stand out in a competitive and fast-paced market, as we foster your talents and nurture your digital TO MEET A dreams. Whether you’re building the next great mobile app or shaping a first-class business intelligence solution for the Chiu Pei Xian corporate realm, SOI will show you the best way how. DYNAMIC, During my time in RP, I thoroughly enjoyed the We keep you up-to-date on trends and applications, learning process and was fortunate enough to DIGITAL constantly refining our teaching methods and technology pursue many of my interests and passions. I’ve to reflect the way the infocomm industry evolves. gained gradual confidence and have honed my skills in programming through my course. The FUTURE Enjoy access to our state-of-the-art laboratories and the nurturing environment at RP has motivated me latest software, as we train you on the IT systems used by in many ways and I’ve learnt the importance successful businesses all over the world. of self-belief and perseverance. These are key components for the success I enjoy today.

Meet established leaders in the field and overcome Diploma in Mobile Software Development real-life challenges through industry attachments at over (now known as Diploma in Digital Design and Development) 300 illustrious IT companies. From IT security and system 2020 Graduate solutions development, to banking and healthcare, your Currently pursuing Bachelor of Science in Computing Science SOI diploma will put you in good stead. (Honours), jointly offered by Singapore and University of Glasgow

Pei Xian has received several academic awards as a recognition of her outstanding academic performance during her time at RP. Outside her classwork, she found time to participate in Wushu IG, to keep herself fit and bond with like-minded schoolmates. Also, she joined IMDA’s iPREP programme where she went for industry-level certification courses and seminars to get herself ready for the IT industry. These experiences have prepared her well to take on 06 challenges of the working world. 07 Ke Jinhan

Lim Hui Hong, Eric I knew that I have a deep passion in Information Technology but I wasn’t ready to commit to any of the specialisation fields yet. Hence CIP benefited me greatly. It allowed me to experience the different RP has given me many opportunities to excel. I aspects of IT through the modules, to have a better understanding of the career prospects through have taken part in national level competitions, have insightful communications with the Programme Chairs, and to discover more about my strength been awarded scholarships and have gone on a and weakness through the various Education, Counselling Guidance (ECG) activities. Through these sponsored overseas internship. RP has prepared activities and support, I’m certain that I have made the right diploma choice. me well to take on future challenges and this is the reason why I could leverage knowledge gained at RP Enrolled into Common Infocomm Programme (CIP) in 2020 in my current degree pursuit. Other than skills and Diploma in Business Information Systems knowledge gained, I also realised the importance of Year 1 grit at RP which has helped me to prevail over life’s obstacles to achieve greater heights. Jinhan has a passion for technology, but felt he was not ready to commit to any of the specialisation Diploma in Information Technology fields. It was through RP’s Common ICT Programme 2020 Graduate (CIP) where he gained broad-based knowledge on Currently serving National Service the various aspects of IT. He took part in education Will be pursuing Bachelor of Engineering in and counselling guidance activities which helped to Computer Engineering at Nanyang Technological University discern his strengths and weaknesses. In addition, he was given insightful advice from lecturers which Eric is a familiar face in national level competitions as he represented RP and SOI in many competitions such as provided him with a better understanding of career HackMania 2019, Splash Awards 2019, and PolyFintech100 API Hackathon 2019. With his regular coursework, prospects. These have guided him to make a confident he managed to find time to do volunteer work at YMCA as a children’s camp leader. While in RP, Eric also served decision in his chosen SOI diploma. as a Microsoft Student Leader representative to contribute to the Microsoft community. Highly regarded for his outstanding academic performance, Eric received various academic awards during his time in RP. The greatest achievement for Eric was being able to embark on an overseas internship in Helsinki, Finland as part of RP’s Global Entrepreneurship Innovation Programme (GEIP). Eric looks forward to contribute more to the community in the start-up space.

Tnay Teng Long Zoie Chew

The presence of IT can help businesses to The unique RP Problem-based Learning provide quality services. With DBIS, you can be approach provided me with fun and interesting the one to bring relevant business-IT expertise experiences. It nurtured my ability in solving into organisations. problems, as well as working and exchanging ideas with different people. Most importantly, Diploma in Business Information Systems (DBIS) it taught me soft and hard skills which I find 2017 Graduate relevant in the industry I’m now in. Completed the Work-Study Post-Diploma (Specialist Diploma in Cyber Security) programme Diploma in Infocomm Security Management and is currently working as Senior IT Operations 2019 Graduate Executive at PSA Corporation Ltd Currently working as Cyber Security Consultant (Adaptive Defence), Ensign InfoSecurity Pte Ltd Currently pursuing Bachelor of Science (Information and Communication Technology) at Singapore University of Social Sciences A firm believer in learning and passionate in giving back to RP, Teng Long has been returning to RP to mentor his juniors from SOI. SOI students have benefitted from Teng Long’s valuable sharings. The Tay Eng Soon Medal Zoie was one of the two interns who was selected to do her internship attachment at Ensign InfoSecurity, where she Award winner says he appreciates the forums and competitions he had participated in through his course, where developed useful industry-level skills, which complemented what she have learnt in RP. She performed well in her he enjoyed exchanging thoughts and insights with participants from other institutions and industry sectors. internship that Ensign InfoSecurity offered her a permanent position as a Cyber Security Consultant, after graduation. Zoie is currently pursuing a part-time degree programme at SUSS, as part of her pursuit of lifelong learning.

08 09 ABOUT THE Scan to find out more DIPLOMA about the diploma

Take your IT skills into the business world for a competitive advantage.

Through the Diploma in Business Information Systems (DBIS), you will learn how to apply technology to solve business challenges. As you master a combination of technology skills, core business knowledge, and business and data analysis techniques, you will be able to understand business requirements, as well as propose and implement solutions using IT.

Gain access to world-class software technologies and extensive hands-on experience using renowned enterprise application software, such as Salesforce.com and PeopleSoft, on top of statistical analysis systems from Microsoft.NET and SAS. You will also embark on industry projects and attachments with leading companies. DBIS helps you benefit from real-world insights, and adds to your confidence and expertise for a successful IT career.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

You will gain versatile skillsets that will enable you to At RP, I had the chance to see take on high-value IT roles in a wide range of industries. the world beyond what we do You can look forward to roles such as: in classroom. I am glad to have r13 Application Developer Associate Business been given various opportunities Application Support Analyst Executive Associate Systems like interning with SAS Institute, Diploma in Analyst working on industry project, and being a student leader for the school club. These experiences BUSINESS FURTHER have inspired me to give back to STUDIES the community.

Crissie Tan Kai Ning Our diploma opens doors for you to pursue a degree at INFORMATION reputable local and overseas universities. Top local and Diploma in Business Information Systems overseas universities welcome our graduates with credit 2020 Graduate exemptions, they include: Currently pursuing Bachelor of Science Nanyang Technological University (Information Systems) – Smart-City Management & Technology at SYSTEMS National University of Singapore Singapore Management University singapore Institute of Technology • Acquire fundamental IT and business skills through business process modelling singapore Management University and project management Overseas universities in: • Participate in projects that are based on real IT issues faced in the business world Australia, United Kingdom, New Zealand, and many other locations. • Undergo a 20-week Industry Immersion Programme with organisations such as DBS Bank, NCS, Salesforce Singapore, SAS Institute, and StarHub

10 11 COURSE structure

The course structure consists of general, discipline, specialisation, elective and freely chosen modules. There is also an industry orientation component.

GENERAL MODULES SPECIALISATION MODULES Communication in the Global Workplace AI and Machine Learning Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Business Analysis Practice ECG I: Exploring the Future of Work Business Analytics ECG II: Becoming Future-Ready Business Intelligence Innovation and Practice Business Systems Life Skills I Marketing Life Skills II Life Skills III INDUSTRY ORIENTATION PROGRAMME Project DISCIPLINE MODULES Select one module from the list below: Advanced Object-Oriented Programming Entrepreneurial Immersion Programme Advanced Web Application Development in .NET Industry Immersion Programme Computer System Technologies MINIMUM entry Database Systems ELECTIVE MODULES REQUIREMENTS Introduction to Programming IT in Business Processes Select one module from the list below: Data Structures and Algorithms IT Project Management For GCE O-Level Holders GRADE Financial Accounting IT Security and Management Human Resource Management English Language 1 - 7 Mathematics Macroeconomics Object-Oriented Programming Mathematics (Elementary / Additional) 1 - 6 Microeconomics Software Development Process Mobile App Development Any one of the following subjects* 1 - 6 Web Application Development in .NET In addition, you must have sat for one of the following subjects: Additional Combined Science, Additional Science, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Combined Science, FREELY CHOSEN MODULES Computer Studies, Computing, Creative 3D Animation, Design & Technology, Electronics, Engineering Students need to either select the Special Project Science, Food & Nutrition, Fundamentals of Electronics, General Science, Human & Social Biology, Integrated module or select two modules from a list of Freely Science, Physics, Physical Science, Science (Chemistry, Biology), Science (Physics, Biology), Science (Physics, Chosen Modules Chemistry), Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)

For the full listing of entry requirements, visit www.rp.edu.sg/full-time-courses/dbis

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Set yourself apart with an expertise in specialised technologies.

Explore trending and emerging technologies in the Diploma in Digital Design & Development (DDDD). From Immersive Media and Artificial Intelligence to the Internet of Things, you will gain the know-how to keep you relevant.

Learn to design and build immersive experiences for next-generation digital platforms with voice commands for smart assistants, like Google Home and Amazon Echo, and even Virtual Reality apps for head-mounted devices. Key current technology concepts such as machine learning, business intelligence, software testing and a analytics will be taught. With a holistic learning experience gained at DDDD, you will be well prepared for an exciting career.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

You will be well prepared to take on roles such as: SOI has allowed me to be a mobile and Web Apps ui Designer winner inside and outside school. Developer uX Designer The facilitators encouraged systems Analyst and motivated me to achieve various accomplishments. The FURTHER opportunity has proved to be useful and rewarding in making STUDIES me a better individual moving r47 forward in my career. Our diploma opens doors for you to pursue a degree at reputable local and overseas universities. Top local and Muhammad Herwan Shah Bin Zaurin Diploma in overseas universities welcome our graduates with credit exemptions, they include: Diploma in Mobile Software Development (now known as Diploma in Digital Design Nanyang Technological University and Development) National University of Singapore 2018 Graduate singapore Institute of Technology Currently working as Software Engineer at DIGITAL DESIGN Tech Mahindra singapore Management University

Overseas universities in: & DEVELOPMENT Australia, United Kingdom, New Zealand, and many other locations.

• Gain expertise in application development and UI/UX design

• Build immersive experiences for next-generation digital platforms

• Use AI and Machine Learning services to create smart solutions

14 15 COURSE MINIMUM entry structure REQUIREMENTS

The course structure consists of general, discipline, specialisation, elective and freely chosen modules. For GCE O-Level Holders GRADE There is also an industry orientation component. English Language 1 - 7 Mathematics (Elementary / Additional) 1 - 6 GENERAL MODULES SPECIALISATION MODULES Any one of the following subjects* 1 - 6 Communication in the Global Workplace AI and Machine Learning In addition, you must have sat for one of the following subjects: Additional Combined Science, Additional Science, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Combined Science, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Business Intelligence Computer Studies, Computing, Creative 3D Animation, Design & Technology, Electronics, Engineering ECG I: Exploring the Future of Work Front-End Web Development Science, Food & Nutrition, Fundamentals of Electronics, General Science, Human & Social Biology, Integrated ECG II: Becoming Future-Ready Fundamentals of Design Science, Physics, Physical Science, Science (Chemistry, Biology), Science (Physics, Biology), Science (Physics, Innovation and Practice Immersive Technologies Chemistry), Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) Life Skills I Mobile App Development Life Skills II Software Testing and Analytics For the full listing of entry requirements, visit www.rp.edu.sg/full-time-courses/dddd Life Skills III UI/UX Design for Apps

DISCIPLINE MODULES INDUSTRY ORIENTATION PROGRAMME Computer System Technologies Portfolio Development Database Systems Project Introduction to Programming Select one module from the list below: IT in Business Processes Entrepreneurial Immersion Programme IT Security and Management Industry Immersion Programme Mathematics Object-Oriented Programming ELECTIVE MODULES Software Development Process Web Application Development in php Select 1 module from the list below: Application Security Business Analytics Emerging Technologies IT Project Management

FREELY CHOSEN MODULES Students need to either select the Special Project module or select two modules from a list of Freely Chosen Modules

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Learn what it takes to be a FinTech unicorn.

Develop software development skills relevant to the financial services sector through the Diploma in Financial Technology (DFT). You will be equipped with key FinTech concepts, relevant business models, and technologies to provide innovative IT ideas and applications in the industry.

Internships with renowned banks and leading FinTech companies will offer you valuable working experience to further enhance your IT development skills and business processes knowledge. You may even choose to become an entrepreneur with your own FinTech startup under RP’s Entrepreneurship Innovation Programme.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

You are set to take on key positions with leading Through this diploma, I found organisations in both the public and private sectors. my passion for technology You can look forward to roles such as: and decided to pursue Application Developer further studies in computer Associate Business Analyst science. This diploma has FinTech Entrepreneur r18 also equipped me with enough fundamentals to better FURTHER understand both the financial Diploma in and technology industries. STUDIES With these, I was able to have a more fruitful internship in a Our diploma opens doors for you to pursue a degree at local Fintech start-up company. FINANCIAL reputable local and overseas universities. Top local and overseas universities welcome our graduates with credit exemptions, they include: Charlie Angriawan Oei Nanyang Technological University Diploma in Business Applications TECHNOLOGY National University of Singapore (now known as Diploma in Financial Technology) singapore Institute of Technology 2019 Graduate singapore Management University Currently pursuing Bachelor of Science • Study and apply technological innovations, such as Blockchain, Payments and Data in Computer Science at Singapore Analytics to solve business problems in the financial industry Management University Overseas universities in: Australia, United Kingdom, New Zealand, and many • Develop software programming skills and knowledge for creating IT solutions other locations. • Gain knowledge of the financial ecosystem to kick-start a career in IT and financial industries

• Learn entrepreneurship and be equipped with foundational know-how in setting up a FinTech business

18 19 COURSE structure

The course structure consists of general, discipline, specialisation, elective and freely chosen modules. There is also an industry orientation component.

GENERAL MODULES SPECIALISATION MODULES Communication in the Global Workplace Business Intelligence Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Distributed Ledger Technologies ECG I: Exploring the Future of Work Distributed Ledger Technology Solutioning ECG II: Becoming Future-Ready Entrepreneurship Innovation and Practice Enterprise Solutions for Business Life Skills I Financial Ecosystem Life Skills II Financial Technologies Life Skills III Payment Technologies

INDUSTRY ORIENTATION PROGRAMME DISCIPLINE MODULES Project Advanced Object-Oriented Programming AI and Machine Learning Select one module from the list below: MINIMUM entry Entrepreneurial Immersion Programme Computer System Technologies Industry Immersion Programme Database Systems REQUIREMENTS Introduction to Programming IT in Business Processes ELECTIVE MODULES For GCE O-Level Holders GRADE IT Security and Management Select 1 module from the list below: Mathematics Business Analytics English Language 1 - 7 Object-Oriented Programming Emerging Technologies Mathematics (Elementary / Additional) 1 - 6 Software Development Process Mobile App Development UI/UX Design for Apps Any one of the following subjects* 1 - 6 In addition, you must have sat for one of the following subjects: Additional Combined Science, Additional Science, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Combined Science, FREELY CHOSEN MODULES Computer Studies, Computing, Creative 3D Animation, Design & Technology, Electronics, Engineering Science, Food & Nutrition, Fundamentals of Electronics, General Science, Human & Social Biology, Integrated Students need to either select the Special Project Science, Physics, Physical Science, Science (Chemistry, Biology), Science (Physics, Biology), Science (Physics, module or select two modules from a list of Freely Chemistry), Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) Chosen Modules

For the full listing of entry requirements, visit www.rp.edu.sg/full-time-courses/dft

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Be at the frontline of cyber security.

With the issue of cyber security becoming more pertinent than ever, the Diploma in Infocomm Security Management (DISM) prepares you to be an in-demand specialist. Get equipped with the skills to develop IT technology to resist cyber-attacks, and resolve home and work security system loopholes.

You will have opportunities to familiarise yourself with high-level, state-of-the-art IT security systems, while learning the best strategies and practices on protecting an organisation’s digital assets. You will also learn to direct, manage and operate security operation centres. Modules on ethical hacking, intrusion detection & prevention and cloud infrastructure are also covered in this course.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

You can embark on a variety of exciting careers related Watching others do something is to infocomm security management. You will be well different from doing it yourself. prepared to take on roles such as: The course curriculum is well- cloud Security Officer iT Security Engineer crafted by our dedicated lecturers computer Forensic Network Security Examiner Administrator with hands-on experience iT Audit Officer security Penetration in attacking, defending, and iT Security Analyst Tester securing IT systems. The course also allowed me to experience wide-ranging cybersecurity r55 FURTHER disciplines, building a solid STUDIES foundation for the working world. Diploma in Goh Ying Kiat, Brian Our diploma opens doors for you to pursue a degree at reputable local and overseas universities. Top local and Diploma in Infocomm Security Management overseas universities welcome our graduates with credit Year 3 INFOCOMM SECURITY exemptions, they include: Nanyang Technological University National University of Singapore singapore Institute of Technology MANAGEMENT singapore Management University

• Learn about key IT security technologies Overseas universities in: Australia, United Kingdom, New Zealand, and many other locations. • Develop techniques for tracking and fighting cybercrime

• Undergo a 20-week Industry Immersion Programme with organisations such as Ernst & Young, NEC, Palo Alto Networks, RSA, and Singtel

22 23 COURSE MINIMUM entry structure REQUIREMENTS

The course structure consists of general, discipline, specialisation, elective and freely chosen modules. For GCE O-Level Holders GRADE There is also an industry orientation component. English Language 1 - 7 Mathematics (Elementary / Additional) 1 - 6 GENERAL MODULES SPECIALISATION MODULES Any one of the following subjects* 1 - 6 Communication in the Global Workplace AI and Machine Learning IIn addition, you must have sat for one of the following subjects: Additional Combined Science, Additional Science, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Combined Science, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Application Security Computer Studies, Computing, Creative 3D Animation, Design & Technology, Electronics, Engineering ECG I: Exploring the Future of Work Ethical Hacking Science, Food & Nutrition, Fundamentals of Electronics, General Science, Human & Social Biology, Integrated ECG II: Becoming Future-Ready Digital Security and Forensics Science, Physics, Physical Science, Science (Chemistry, Biology), Science (Physics, Biology), Science (Physics, Innovation and Practice Intelligent Networks Chemistry), Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) Life Skills I Internetworking Security Life Skills II Intrusion Detection and Prevention For the full listing of entry requirements, visit www.rp.edu.sg/full-time-courses/dism Life Skills III IT Compliance and Risk Management Operating Systems and Cloud Computing DISCIPLINE MODULES Security Information Management Data Communications and Networking INDUSTRY ORIENTATION PROGRAMME Database Systems Introduction to Programming Project IT in Business Processes Select one module from the list below: IT Security and Management Entrepreneurial Immersion Programme Mathematics Industry Immersion Programme Object-Oriented Programming Web Application Development in php ELECTIVE MODULES Select 1 module from the list below: Business Analytics Emerging Technologies IT Project Management Mobile App Development

FREELY CHOSEN MODULES Students need to either select the Special Project module or select two modules from a list of Freely Chosen Modules

24 25 ABOUT THE Scan to find out more DIPLOMA about the diploma

Be employable in any industry with strong, flexible IT skills.

The Diploma in Information Technology (DIT) equips you with a broad understanding of IT management, opening opportunities for you in every industry. Gain a solid foundation in the IT fundamentals — learn how IT systems are designed and developed, how to manage cloud services, and how to deploy secure wired and wireless networks. You’ll reap insights into the issues faced by organisations today and develop the skills to resolve them. Have a go at creating your own software and web-based applications, with the extensive hands-on training incorporated in the course.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

You will be valued for your broad expertise in IT Ever thought of pursuing your fundamentals. You will be able to pursue opportunities in dream IT career outside your roles such as: comfort zone yet afraid that you cloud Operation system and Network Engineer Administrator do not have any prior knowledge? iT Analyst Technical Support At RP, I’ve transformed from a software Developer Engineer student without any IT knowledge to being a working professional r12 who is capable of working in an FURTHER overseas industrial office. I was STUDIES exposed to various opportunities Diploma in including embarking on an overseas internship to taking Our diploma opens doors for you to pursue a degree at reputable local and overseas universities. Top local and part in a competition. These overseas universities welcome our graduates with credit experiences have given me a INFORMATION exemptions, they include: clear head start in a career in IT. Nanyang Technological University National University of Singapore Andrew Ong Pang Woon singapore Institute of Technology Diploma in Information Technology TECHNOLOGY singapore Management University 2020 Graduate Currently serving National Service Overseas universities in: Will be pursuing Bachelor of Science • Learn how IT systems, intelligent networks and software applications are designed, Australia, United Kingdom, New Zealand, and many in Computer Science at Nanyang Technological University developed, and managed other locations. • Understand current IT security concerns and learn how to deploy wired and wireless networks in a secure manner

• Undergo a 20-week Industry Immersion Programme with organisations such as Cisco Systems, CrimsonLogic, Hewlett-Packard, NCS, and Tele-Performance Singapore

26 27 COURSE structure

The course structure consists of general, discipline, specialisation, elective and freely chosen modules. There is also an industry orientation component.

GENERAL MODULES SPECIALISATION MODULES Communication in the Global Workplace Data Centre and Cloud Management Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Intelligent Networks ECG I: Exploring the Future of Work Internetworking ECG II: Becoming Future-Ready Internet Server Technologies Innovation and Practice IT Service Delivery Life Skills I IT Service Operations with AI Life Skills II Linux Administration and Virtualisation Life Skills III INDUSTRY ORIENTATION PROGRAMME DISCIPLINE MODULES Project Advanced Object-Oriented Programming Select one module from the list below: Data Communications and Networking Entrepreneurial Immersion Programme MINIMUM entry Database Systems Industry Immersion Programme Introduction to Programming REQUIREMENTS IT in Business Processes ELECTIVE MODULES IT Security and Management Mathematics Select 1 module from the list below: For GCE O-Level Holders GRADE Advanced Web Application Development in .NET Object-Oriented Programming Data Structures and Algorithms English Language 1 - 7 Operating System Concepts Ethical Hacking Software Development Process Mathematics (Elementary / Additional) 1 - 6 IT Project Management Web Application Development in .NET Mobile App Development Any one of the following subjects* 1 - 6 In addition, you must have sat for one of the following subjects: Additional Combined Science, Additional Science, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Combined Science, FREELY CHOSEN MODULES Computer Studies, Computing, Creative 3D Animation, Design & Technology, Electronics, Engineering Students need to either select the Special Project Science, Food & Nutrition, Fundamentals of Electronics, General Science, Human & Social Biology, Integrated module or select two modules from a list of Freely Science, Physics, Physical Science, Science (Chemistry, Biology), Science (Physics, Biology), Science (Physics, Chosen Modules Chemistry), Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)

For the full listing of entry requirements, visit www.rp.edu.sg/full-time-courses/dit

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Sample the highlights before settling into your groove.

Infocomm Technology (ICT) is a constantly-evolving industry with a host of career options. Why not experience the range it encompasses, to better discover where your interest lies?

Through the Common ICT Programme (CIP), you’ll develop solid technical skills and encounter real-world issues, all in the first semester of your first year of study. This forms the foundation for your studies that follow, when you can choose from the following IT-related diploma programmes: Business Information Systems infocomm Security Management Digital Design & Development information Technology Financial Technology

COURSE MINIMUM entry STRUCTURE REQUIREMENTS

In your first semester, you will study the For GCE O-Level Holders GRADE following modules: English Language 1 - 6 GENERAL MODULES Mathematics (Elementary / 1 - 6 Communication in the Global Workplace Additional) Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Any one of the following subjects* 1 - 6 ECG I: Exploring the Future of Work In addition, you must have sat for one of the following subjects: DISCIPLINE MODULES Additional Combined Science, Additional Science, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Combined Science, Computer Introduction to Programming Studies, Computing, Creative 3D Animation, Design & Technology, Electronics, Engineering Science, Food & r58 IT in Business Processes Nutrition, Fundamentals of Electronics, General Science, Mathematics Human & Social Biology, Integrated Science, Physics, Physical Science, Science (Chemistry, Biology), Science From the second semester, you will (Physics, Biology), Science (Physics, Chemistry), Science study the modules that are allocated to (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) a specific diploma programme from SOI. COMMON ICT For the full listing of entry requirements, visit PROGRAMME www.rp.edu.sg/full-time-courses/cip

• Discover your interests through the programme

• Gain a good foundation in infocomm technology (ICT)

• Expose yourself to different ICT-related disciplines before you make your choice

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