December 2009

Contents

• Information Technology Workshops in Ipoh, Perak
• Education Fair @ Republic Polytechnic
• International Student Excel in RP’s Academy Awards
• Upcoming Events
• Application to Republic Polytechnic
• Feedback

Information Technology Workshops in Ipoh, Perak

Republic Polytechnic conducted a series of IT workshops for schools in Ipoh, Perak on 27 and 28 October 2009. Participants were given the opportunity to learn how to create breathtakingly realistic 3D landscapes and animations using the 3D illustration and rendering program, Bryce 6.1. Many students and teachers alike who attended the workshops were intrigued with the possibilities which a combination of technology and RP’s problem-based learning approach opened up with respect to creativity, innovation and adaptability to real-life problems. Participating schools in the workshops included SMJK Ave Maria Convent, SMJK Poi Lam and SMJK Yuk Choy.

Education Fair @ Republic Polytechnic

The annual Republic Polytechnic Educational Fair was held on 22 October 2009. The event brought together 21 participating institutions and educational agencies from around the globe to meet with potential students and provide valuable information on the opportunities available for them to pursue further education. Dr Terence Chong, Director (Office of International Relations) lauded this as a timely and significant event, given the fact that 45% of RP graduates aspire to pursue further education. Participating institutions included the National University of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore Management University, Singapore Institute of Management, Curtin University of Technology, University of Nevada / Las Vegas, James Cook University, IDP (Representing 35 Australian Universities), British Council (Representing 50 UK Universities) and United States Education Information Center (Representing 100 US Universities).

International Student Excel in RP’s Academy Awards

Attracted by RP’s unique problem-based learning system and the interesting courses available, Lee Cheng Shu decided to travel to Singapore to continue her studies after completing the SPM examinations in Malaysia. She is now studying for a Diploma in Material Science at the School of Engineering, and once she completes this she hopes to enter Nanyang Technological University (NTU) to pursue further studies in this field.

An all-rounded student who enjoys both work and play, Cheng Shu believes that leading a balanced lifestyle helps her achieve good academic results. She is actively involved in the International Student Club, where she promotes cultural exchanges amongst students from different countries and has been able to strengthen her communication skills in the process.

Cheng Shu credits the use of problem-based learning with sharpening her research and presentation skills, and helping her to focus better. “I have learnt to be more independent in learning as I know that self-directed learning is important. There can be lots of distractions in the surroundings, but one has to practice self-control and self-motivation in learning,” she said.

Upcoming Events

International Student Club-ISC

The International Student Festival (ISF) is an initiative by RP’s International Student Club (ISC) to showcase cultural diversity among the Singaporean and International students. There will be two days of cultural exhibitions on the 7th and 8th December 2009. Both Singaporean and international students will be putting up a Cultural performance at the 1000-seater Republic Polytechnic Cultural Centre (TRCC) on the 10th December 2009.

Click here for more information on ISF.

RP Overseas Seminars and Education Fairs

In December 2009, representatives from the Office of International Relations (OIR) will be involved in education fairs in Malaysia to address students’ enquiries about pursuing tertiary education at RP.

If you are interested to know more about RP, please visit us at the upcoming education seminars/fairs.

Malaysia

SPM students can apply using Forecasted results at the abovementioned seminars and education fairs.

For enquiries and more information, please email: help-RPI@rp.sg

Application to Republic Polytechnic

The online application dates and the entrance assessment information for the academic year 2010 is shown in the table below.

Please apply online at www.rp.sg.

For more information on the minimum entry requirements, please click on http://www.rp.sg/admissions/intl_students/default.asp

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Contact Information

Republic Polytechnic (Singapore)
9 Woodlands Avenue 9
Singapore 738964
Tel: (+65) 6510 3000
Fax: (+65) 6415 1310
E-mail: Enquiry_DAEforeign@rp.sg
Web: www.rp.sg & www.rpi.sg

This e-newsletter is brought to you by Office of International Relations (OIR) from Republic Polytechnic (Singapore).

OIR coordinates the corporate & strategic planning functions of Republic Polytechnic as well as the liaison with overseas institutions on articulation and partnership matters. It also oversees the recruitment of international students and manages student overseas programmes. OIR works closely with Republic Polytechnic International Pte. Ltd. (RPI), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Republic Polytechnic to manage its overseas projects.