Developed and Awarded by Singapore Institute of Management, Singapore
The Certificate in Foundation Studies is designed to provide appropriate preparation coursework for students who wish to gain admission into the Management Foundation Studies (MFS) and Information Technology Foundation Studies (ITFS), awarded by the Singapore Institute of Management.
Certificate in Foundation Studies
Programme Overview
Academic Level
Certificate/Foundation,
Awarded by
Singapore Institute of Management, Singapore
Programme type
Full-time, 3 months
Campus location
SIM Campus
Application Dates
22 August 2025 till 06 February 2026 (For International applicants) 22 August 2025 till 13 February 2026 (For Local Applicants)
Estimated Fees
(incl. GST)*
$1,983.80 - $2,419.80
* Exclude application fee, preparatory or bridging course fee, and other fees. Refer to the Fees & Financial Aid section for details.
Certificate in Foundation Studies, SIM Global Education
Programme Outline
Hear from our students
Lim Eng Hong, SIM Alumnus, Chief Commercial Officer, Deloitte Southeast Asia & Board Member, Executive Director, Trailblazer Foundation
Further Studies & Career Prospects
With the Certificate, you can progress to the Foundation Studies programmes:
Why study at SIM
SIM is the leading private education institution in Singapore.
Excellent value with lower tuition costs in SIM, with opportunities for overseas exchange and transfer.
Bond-Free Scholarship & Bursary - Scholarships are available to students who excel in academics, sports or arts.
Global Perspectives & Insights - Exposure to diverse cultures and a global network.
Intake Dates
Two intakes a year in April and October.
April 2026 Intake
PROGRAMME DURATION
1 April 2026 – 31 June 2026
APPLICATION PERIOD
Application Open:
22 August 2025
Application Close:
06 February 2026 (For International Applicants)
13 February 2026 (For Local Applicants)
October 2026 Intake
PROGRAMME DURATION
1 October 2026 to 31 December 2026
APPLICATION PERIOD
20 February 2026 till 7 August 2026 (For International applicants)
20 February 2026 till 14 August 2026 (For Local Applicants)
Download academic calendar (PDF 231 KB)
Maximum allowed period to complete the 3-month programme is 3 months.
Students may re-apply for the programme if they did not complete the course in the maximum allowed period.
No refund or recourse should the student fail to complete in the maximum period.
SIM has the right to withdraw a student who cannot cope with the demands of the programme.
Curriculum
Structure
- Lecturers are both academic and industry-based professionals with extensive work experience and expertise in their domain knowledge.
- Average teacher-student ratio is 1:25.
View a list of lecturers’ teaching modules - The course is 100% face-to-face lecture-based learning. Coursework includes attendance at lectures, discussions of case studies, tests, presentations, and completion of group and individual written assignments.
- Students are required to access relevant websites and the Internet for research and assignments in their own time. Besides attending lectures, students also participate in computer lab sessions.
- Total contact hours: 105 hours
- 42 hours per module for Elementary Mathematics and Academic Writing
- 21 hours for Essentials of Management and Information Technology
- Each lesson: 3 hours
- Classes and workshops are organised to teach study skills, academic writing and presentation.
- Academic materials:
- Virtual Learning Environment
- Academic materials such as module books (soft copies), reading lists and handbooks on good study strategies
- Minimum class size to commence: 25 students. Students will be informed within 30 days before class commences.
Assessment & Attendance
- All three (3) modules are assessed through multiple continuous assessments. They may include case studies, quiz, class tests, discussion, presentation, group, and individual assignments.
- Students must pass all the modules in the course to qualify for progression to the Foundation programmes.
- Attendance requirement – 75% attendance to be graded according to own academic performance.
Requirements to Graduate
To graduate, students must successfully complete and pass all 3 modules.
Graduating students will receive a result transcript and the Certificate of Completion from SIM.
They will be deemed as meeting the academic requirement for entry into the Foundation Studies programmes as follows:
- SIM Management Foundation Studies
- SIM Information Technology Foundation Studies
Modules
- Elementary Mathematics
- Academic Writing
- Essentials of Management and Information Technology
Admission Criteria
Accepted Entry Qualifications
The following qualifications are accepted:
- Two GCE ‘O’ Credits pass (Grade 1 to 6)
- NITEC with minimum Overall GPA 2.0
- Other qualifications will be assessed based on the equivalence to GCE ‘O’ level examinations.
English Language Requirements
- GCE ‘O’ level credit pass (Grade 1 to 6) in English (as a first language); or
- 2 points at GCE ‘N’ Level English or
- Pass SIM English Test at Advanced 1 Level; or
- An equivalent English language qualification.
Applicants who do not meet the English language requirement would need to undergo the Certificate in English Language (CEL) programme before enrolment in the programme.
The duration of the CEL programme depends on the applicant’s English language proficiency level.
Applicants can sit for an English Placement Test conducted by SIM to determine their English language proficiency level.
Notes:
- The SIM English Placement Test results will be valid for one year from the date of the test.
Fees & Financial Aid
One-time payment before class commences.
Programme Fees
Fees published are inclusive of current GST of 9%.
|
Module Name |
Estimated Fees |
|---|---|
|
Elementary Mathematics |
S$765.18 |
|
Academic Writing |
S$765.18 |
|
Essentials of Management and Information Technology |
S$382.59 |
Starting from April 2026 intake
|
Module Name |
Estimated Fees |
|---|---|
|
Elementary Mathematics |
S$793.52 |
|
Academic Writing |
S$793.52 |
|
Essentials of Management and Information Technology |
S$396.76 |
Mandatory Fees
All fees inclusive of prevailing GST.
|
International Student Induction Fee A one-time fee payable by new full-time international students. This fee covers pre-arrival and arrival support, including activities to enhance the international student learning experience. As applicable, payable with the programme fees’ first instalment. |
S$436.00 |
|
Application Fee Payable for each application form that is submitted. Fee is non-refundable and non-transferable. The fee will be refunded fully only if the intake does not commence. Unpaid applications will not be processed. |
Local applicants: S$109.00 International applicants: S$545.00 (not inclusive of Student’s Pass application) |
