Geographic
Location:
Singapore is located in South-East Asia, at the southern most tip of
the Malay Peninsula. The total
area covers 700 sq km. Neighboring the Johor Straits and Malaysia
in the north, the Singapore Straits in the south overlooks
Indonesia. Situated at the mouth of the Malacca Straits, it is an
important sea route spanning the Pacific and Indian Ocean. It is
made up of more than 60 islands, the main island takes up 91.6% of
the total area. Tropical climate with rain showers is all year
round. Temperature ranges from 24-27 degrees Celsius.
Population: The population is 4.484
Million, with Chinese making up 75.6% of the total population,
Malays 13.6%,
Indians 8.7% and other races 2.1% which include Pakistani and Sri Lankan.
Official languages spoken are Malay, English, Chinese and Tamil with
the national language being Malay. However, English is the most
commonly used in Singapore.
Economy:
Singapore traditionally survives on trading, including import
exporting, processing and re-exporting, freighting etc. The
Government of Singapore supports free trade, encourages foreign
direct investment and actively expands into new sectors of the
economy. To further stimulate economic growth, the Government has
initiated regional economic links with neighboring countries,
stepped up the pace of investments and economic activities in
foreign countries. The economy of Singapore consists of five main
pillars: commerce, manufacturing, construction, finance and
transport & communications. Tourism is also a major source of income for
Singapore.
Transport: Tourism is a
flourishing sector in Singapore with around 8.9 Million
international tourists visiting every year. Singapore has a world
class airport – the Changi International Airport. Changi has been
conferred the title of the world’s best airport for three
consecutive years. Transportation infrastructure in Singapore is
very well developed, with the bus and train systems spanning the
entire island. Buses and trains are air-conditioned, providing
comfort and convenience to Singaporeans and visitors alike.
Education System:
Singapore employs a world-famous dual language system. The
Singapore system takes the best from both Eastern and Western
education models to come up with a genuine hybrid system that
provides the pre-requisites for the nurturing of individuals in this
fiercely competitive environment.
Safe, Vibrant and
Cosmopolitan city -
Singapore is a garden city, widely touted as “the world’s
most liveable-city”. Singapore has strict laws and low
crime rates; a law-abiding and safe country.
Excellent and accessible
transportation network -
Singapore’s aviation networks are well established; major
cities in China can be reached in only a few hours.
This creates opportunities for foreign students to remain
in Singapore to seek further employment.
High employability
-
Singapore’s economy is rapidly growing, with an increasing
trend in manpower needs. However, due to Singapore’s small
population, it has difficulty in meeting these needs. This
creates an ideal condition for graduating foreign students
to remain in Singapore to seek further employment.
Haven for English
Language learning -
Singapore’s official language is English; this provides
Chinese students a conducive environment to learn and
improve their English.
Ease of study approval
-
Students wishing to come to Singapore to study need only to
come to Singapore to apply for a Student Pass, without the
need to travel to the Singapore Embassy in Beijing for an
interview (subject to ICA regulations). This simplified
process also has a higher approval rate as compared to
Europe and America.
Excellent yet affordable
high living standards
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Singapore has a lower cost of living compared to Europe,
America and Australia. Also, FY Institute of Technology
(Singapore) (FYIT) offers a reasonable fee structure for our
programs.
Distinguished academic
leadership
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FYIT is honoured to have the ex-president of Nanyang
Technological University, the current Chairman of the
Singapore Institute of Management and a distinguished
educator, Professor Cham Tau Soon, to take up the position
of special advisor in furthering the growth of our
institute.
Infinite future prospects
-
FYIT is currently conducting courses that are in high demand
in the industry today, with bright job prospects for our
graduating students.
Qualified and competent
academia standards -
SIT’s lecturing faculty comprises of Doctorates and Masters
holders as well as lecturers with professional
qualifications. They have many years of lecturing and
practical industrial experience.
International recognition
and acceptance -
The courses at FYIT are designed to meet the high standards
of international programs. We cooperate with
internationally prominent universities such as University of
London, University of New Brunswick etc. Our Higher Diploma
programs are designed to meet with the demands of future job
markets. Each course is meticulously prepared to cater to
the maximum learning capacity of students; each day is being
fully utilised. At SIT, students will be nurtured into
creative individuals armed with a set of professional skills
applicable in the real world.
Time-proven success in
structural curriculum design -
FYIT employs a unique Chinese methodology that combines a
compassionate, yet authoritative management style. Students
will experience a strict regime in their everyday lives,
from food and lodging to studying and rest. FYIT also has
professional staff to counsel students, ensuring a healthy
mental and physical outlook.
Strong governmental
support from Singapore and China -
The Economic Development Board of Singapore has largely
supported the setting-up of SIT, with investments from the
Qingdao Feiyang College. The establishment process of
FYIT
has been accelerated with the full support of the China
Qingdao City Government and especially the Qingdao City’s
Education Board. The unique selling point of FYIT draws from
its high starting point, its rapid growth and the
distillation of the fine points of both Chinese and Western
cultures.
The Institute provides International
Student Affair Officer to be responsible for Student Visa
application advice, Orientation programmes, Airport
Reception, Accommodation arrangements and Mentor Programmes.
They represent the international students in the Institute,
act as advocates on behalf of international students on both
academic and welfare issues, and provide advice, support,
referral and information to students in area such as visa
extensions, family support and academic support.
Student
Support Programmes
FY Institute of Technology (Singapore)
provides a comprehensive suite of student focused programmes
in their course to assist them in blending into FYIT and
Singapore. Student Affair Officers are on hand to advise and
provide welfare support to students ranging from problems
pertaining to their studies, personal or any others that
might arise from their stay in Singapore. Our Students
Service Department also provides Post-Graduate information
and services like articulation consultation to overseas
universities for academic advancement and placement to
overseas universities when they completed their studies in
SIT. Students can be sure that at SIT, their welfare are
totally taken of, from their food, lodging to daily academic
studies.
Airport
Reception and Accommodation
FY Institute of Technology (Singapore)
provides an Airport reception program for all international
students. Students who wish to use this service should
inform the Institute of their flight details or contact our
approved Agents for pre-departure information.
Accommodation details can be obtained from our International
Student Affair Officers. Accommodation facilities can be
sourced according to the student’s budget and needs.
Orientation
Programme
Prior to the
beginning of each new semester the Institute will conduct an
Orientation program to international students. This program
usually takes place in the week before classes commence.
All students are advised to arrive several days before the
commencement of Orientation. The program is designed to
introduce you formally to the Institute and to key staff
with whom you will be dealing. It also provides crucial
information and advice that will assist you in adjusting to
the living and environment of the Institution. Apart from
the official introduction, the Orientation program also
gives you the opportunity to meet other students and
participate in social activities and excursions.
