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Last Updated: 18 May 2026

Higher Nitec in Electrical Engineering (2 Years)

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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
ELR2B2-C net aggregate
ITE College East
V2817 - 32
ITE College West
V6715 - 33

Note: Course code for ITE (Final Appeal) is HF2EE and applies to all colleges.

Course codes and net aggregates for 2026 JIE 'H':
CollegeCourse code
ELMAB3 net aggregate
ITE College East
FPELE5 - 16
ITE College West
FPELE4 - 16

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Course details

Field of studyEngineering
Certification offered
Higher Nitec in Electrical Engineering
Learn more about the course

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
SubjectGrade
English Language1-8
Additional Mathematics or Mathematics1-7
Any one of the following subjects
  • Biology
  • Biotechnology
  • Chemistry
  • Combined Science
  • Computing/Computer Studies
  • Design and Technology
  • Electronics/Fundamentals of Electronics
  • Human and Social Biology
  • Integrated Science
  • Physics/Engineering Science
  • Science (Chemistry, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Biology, Chemistry)
  • Science (Physics, Chemistry)/Physical Science
  • Science (Physics, Biology)
1-8
For N(A)-Level students seeking admission through DPP
SubjectGrade
English Language1-4
Additional Mathematics or Mathematics1-4
Any 3 other subjects
    		1-5

    Internship

    Internship duration6 months

    Career prospects

    Higher Nitec in Electrical Engineering graduates are employed by government departments, statutory boards and private companies. Some of the job titles held by graduates include Electrical Engineering Technician, Electrical Power Technician, Electrical Supervisor, Engineering Assistant, Electrical & Electronics Marketing Executive, Instrumentation Technician and Production Supervisor.

    This course is recognised by the Energy Market Authority (EMA) of Singapore for the application of an Electrician Licence

    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.