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If you’re a Form 5 student (or if someone in your family is), a question that you’ve probably started thinking about is: where do I go to continue my studies? There are many options to choose from, so make sure you do your research because this is a big decision.
For those of you who want to study overseas, but have parents who prefer you to be closer to home, Singapore is a good compromise and a great option—you don’t even have to deal with culture shock!
Here’s a look at are some advantages of studying in the Lion City:
#1 You get to be independent, but also be close to home
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When travel restrictions are lifted and you’re ready to live overseas for the first time, Singapore can be a good choice. Of course, it can be scary in the beginning, but since the country isn’t too far away, you’re only one hour away from KL!
#2 They have nasi lemak and roti canai too (they call it roti prata though)
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You don’t have to give up your favourite local food such as nasi lemak when you’re in Singapore because they’ll have it too.
#3 They’re a gateway for international businesses expanding into South East Asia
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This means that if you choose to work in Singapore after graduation, you’ll have great job—or internship—opportunities to look at.
#4 You’re in good, safe hands
Singapore isn’t just known for being clean—it’s also the second safest city in the world! So Amma and Appa won’t have to worry too much that you’re out there on your own.
#5 Singapore is a hub for transnational education
This means that although you’re physically based in Singapore, your degree can come from universities in other countries.
So, what educational institutions can you choose from? Oh, many, including PSB Academy, one of Singapore’s leading private education institutions hosting over 12,000 students from over 50 nationalities!
Offering diplomas, degrees, postgraduate studies, and short courses, you can choose from a variety of education fields such as Business Management, Media & Communications, and Engineering. Some of their international university partners include Edinburgh Napier University and La Trobe University.
Now, what about your employability when you graduate? Good news. Eight out of 10 graduates from Singapore’s PSB Academy were employed six months after their exams!
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Here’s what one of the Malaysian students at PSB Academy has to say about his time there:
Besides studying, students can also make new friends and pick up new experiences through a variety of student clubs, activities and fun interactions will fellow students.
That’s not all PSB Academy is known for. To ensure their programmes are up-to-date and that students are being equipped with relevant job skills, they also consult industry professionals and organise training and networking events for students.
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Since the Movement Control Order (MCO) has left many of us stuck at home and unable to travel, PSB Academy has also kickstarted home-based learning—you can study online from the sofa in your living room! That way, you don’t have to postpone your studies. Plus, you get to save on your cost of living in Singapore.
All their lessons will be conducted via live streaming and also available to you as recorded contents. Live streaming sessions are interactive, and you will be able to ask questions or engage in discussions during these sessions.
And when travel restrictions from both side are relaxed, you can go back to your studies on campus at PSB Academy!
To help future students, PSB Academy also offers scholarships and course funding to selected students to help with their finances.
Want to know more about studying at PSB Academy? Visit their website for more info. We wish you well this MCO, and good luck with your studies!