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Last Updated: 12 Jan 2026

Higher Nitec in Accounting (2 years)

In this course, you will learn to prepare final accounts and cost accounts for various entities. You will also learn to use accounting software, apply accounting concepts to different business scenarios, and gain knowledge in data analytics and customer relationship management.

ITE College Central
ITE College East
ITE College West
Admission type: JAE, JIEH, ITE EAE
Course duration: 2 years
Course codes and net aggregates for 2026 JAE:
CollegeCourse code
ELR1B3-B net aggregate
ITE College Central
V3916 - 27
ITE College East
V2718 - 34
ITE College West
V9018 - 33

Note: Course code for ITE (Final Appeal) is HF2AC and applies to all colleges.

Course codes and net aggregates for 2025 JIE 'H':
CollegeCourse code
ELMAB3 net aggregate
ITE College Central
FPACC3 - 8
ITE College East
FPACC 4 - 10
ITE College West
FPACC3 - 9

Note: Course code for ITE (Final Appeal) is FPACC and applies to all colleges.

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Course details

Field of studyBusiness and Services
Certification offered

Higher Nitec in Accounting

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Minimum entry requirement

You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.

For O-Level students seeking admission through JAE

To be eligible for admission, you must have also sat for Mathematics (Elementary/Additional).

SubjectGrade
English Language1-7
Additional Mathematics, Mathematics or Principles of Accounts1-8

Any 1 other subject

    		1-7
    For N(A)-Level students seeking admission through DPP
    SubjectGrade
    English Language1-3
    Additional Mathematics or Mathematics1-4

    Any 3 other subjects

      		1-5

      Internship

      Internship duration6 months

      Career prospects

      Higher Nitec in Accounting graduates are employed by government agencies, statutory boards and private sector companies. Some job titles held are Accounts Assistant, Accounts Associate and Finance Assistant. Graduates can advance in their careers (e.g. Accounts Executive, Senior Accounts Executive) once relevant experience and higher-level accounting skills are acquired.

      How to register

      Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE)

      You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.

      Joint Intake Exercise 'H' (JIE 'H')

      You can apply directly to the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) in mid-December. Learn the process and how to apply.

      ITE Early Admissions Exercise (ITE EAE)

      You may register using the ITE EAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.