Programme Types:
| Institution | Programme Level | Duration | Tuition Fees (SGD) | Notes | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| National University of Singapore (NUS) | Bachelor's | 3 years | SGD 8,950 – 19,150 /year | Varies by citizenship and MOE Tuition Grant eligibility. | ||||
| Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) | Bachelor's | 2 years | SGD 20,760 – 55,590 total | Based on citizenship and MOE Tuition Grant. | ||||
| Nanyang Polytechnic (NYP) | Diploma | 3 years | SGD 2,100 – 12,400 /year | Subsidised for Singapore Citizens; higher for PRs and international students. | ||||
| Ngee Ann Polytechnic | Diploma | 3 years | SGD 2,100 – 12,400 /year | Varies by citizenship and MOE Tuition Grant. | ||||
| Parkway College of Nursing and Allied Health | Diploma | 3 years | SGD 20,000 – 25,000 total | Private institution; fees vary by programme. | ||||
| Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS) | Bachelor's | 2 years | SGD 13,000 – 21,000 total | Depends on programme and student profile. | ||||
| James Cook University (JCU) Singapore | Bachelor's | 3 years | SGD 64,092 – 66,708 total | Based on programme and student profile. |
Note: These fees are approximate and may vary depending on course specifics and eligibility for subsidies.
Singapore’s nursing education ecosystem is strongly supported by top-tier healthcare employers, along with a wide range of scholarships and grants, to ensure that passionate students—regardless of background—can pursue a career in nursing.
These healthcare institutions serve not only as potential employers but also as clinical training sites, offering structured internships, mentorships, and post-graduation job opportunities.
Trains nurses through hospital attachments and structured graduate programmes. Partners with nursing schools to support hands-on training and smooth transition into public hospital roles.
Offers clinical training at SGH, KK Hospital, and others. Includes nurse residency schemes and specialist tracks in surgery, oncology, and community care.
Students train at Mount Elizabeth, Gleneagles, and Parkway East. Provides advanced hands-on training in high-end private healthcare through Parkway College.
Supports nursing students with internships, bonds, and fast-track jobs. Focuses on holistic and team-based care training.
Singapore offers a wide range of public and private financial aid options to support nursing students at both diploma and degree levels.
Full scholarship for top nursing students. Covers tuition, monthly allowance, overseas study trips, and guaranteed job in a public hospital.
For diploma or degree students. Covers tuition, monthly allowance, and job placement after graduation. Includes a 2–4 year work bond.
Need-based financial aid from NUS, SIT, NYP, and NP. Helps cover tuition and living costs. Based on household income.
Hospitals like SGH and NUH offer bonded support—tuition + stipend in exchange for working with them after graduation (usually 2–4 years).
Subsidies for adult learners or mid-career switchers. Work-study diploma options let you work part-time while studying and earning.
