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Last Updated: 23 Feb 2026

Higher Nitec in Facilities Management & Engineering (2 years)

The rapid growth of Facilities Management & Engineering in Singapore is driven by increasing project demands. Graduates with a Higher Nitec in Facilities Management & Engineering are employed directly by building stakeholders, contributing to diverse facility development with a focus on community needs, safety, efficiency, sustainability, and environmental impact. This course prepares students to manage construction and facilities maintenance activities in commercial, industrial, institutional, or residential buildings, ensuring regulatory compliance and optimal operation of machinery, equipment, and systems including air-conditioning, plumbing, fire protection, and electrical systems.

ITE College West
ITE College East
Admission type: JAE, ITE EAE
Course duration: 2 years
Course codes and net aggregates for 2026 JAE:
CollegeCourse code
ELR2B2-C net aggregate
ITE College West
V8922 - 33
ITE College East
V8834 - 34

Note: Course code for ITE (Final Appeal) is HF2FM and applies to all colleges.

Applicants should ensure that they do not have colour appreciation deficiency. Interested applicants with this condition should contact ITE for more information.

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Course details

Field of studyEngineering
Certification offered

Higher Nitec in Facilities Management & 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

Internship

Internship duration6 months

Career prospects

Higher Nitec in Facilities Management & Engineering graduates will be able to take on jobs as Site Supervisors, Site Coordinators, Facility Officers, Facility Technical Officers, or Facility Executives. They can also take up the additional role of Fire Safety Manager if they have passed the Fire Safety Management module accredited by SCDF, or work towards being a Registered Workplace Safety & Health Professional with the Ministry of Manpower.

How to register

Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE)

You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). 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.