Last Updated: 03 Feb 2026
Information Technology
By taking this program, you will gain a strong technical foundation and a deep understanding of core IT knowledge and skills that are highly valued in the workforce and academic settings. You will be able to create cutting-edge IT solutions that boost business competitiveness and elevate quality of life.
Applicants with severe vision deficiency may encounter difficulties meeting the course requirements and expectations. Interested applicants with this condition are advised to contact Ngee Ann Polytechnic for more information.
Course details
| Field of study | Information and Digital Technologies |
| Track/Specialisation | This course offers the following tracks or specialisation:
Students are required to complete 3 electives within each specialization option to graduate with the specialization. |
| Certification offered | Diploma in Information Technology |
Minimum entry requirement
You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.
This course is under the Design, Engineering and Technology cluster
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language Syllabus A | 1-3 |
| Mathematics Syllabus A / Additional Mathematics | 1-3 |
Any one of the following subjects
| 1-3 |
Any 2 other subjects excluding CCA | 1-4 |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language | 1-7 |
| Additional Mathematics or Mathematics | 1-6 |
Any one of the 2nd group of Relevant Subjects for the ELR2B2-C Aggregate Type
| 1-6 |
Course modules
- Computing Mathematics
- Cyber Security Fundamentals
- Databases
- Legal and Compliance Technologies
- Data Science Fundamentals
- Fundamentals for IT Professionals I
- Front-End Development
- Operating Systems and Networking Fundamentals
- Programming I and II
- Health and Wellness
- Innovation Made Possible
- Confident Communication: Find Your Voice
- English Language Express (for selected students)
- Back-End Development
- Designing User Experience
- Full Stack Development Project
- Fundamentals for IT Professionals II and III
- Software Analysis & Design
- Software Project Management
- World Issues: A Singapore Perspective
- Any 3 elective modules
- Capstone Project or any 2 elective modules
- Any 2 elective modules
- 20-week or 1-Year Internship (in lieu of electives)
- Project ID: Connecting the Dots
Artificial Intelligence
- Modern Artificial Intelligence
- Artificial Intelligence Concepts and Techniques
- Computer Vision and Natural Language Processing
- Reinforcement Learning
- Machine Learning
- Deep Learning
Cloud Computing
- Cloud Architecture and Technologies
- Cloud Native Architecture and Development
- Cloud Databases
- Cloud Security
- Virtualisation & Data Centre Management
Software Engineering
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Software Design Patterns
- Mobile Applications Development
- DevOps
- Blockchain
- Game Programming
Enterprise Computing
- Customer Experience Management
- Enterprise Resource Planning
- Robotic Process Automation
- Digital Transformation
- Data Discovery and Visualisation
- Infocomm Sales & Marketing Strategies
General
- Capstone Project
- Networking Infrastructure
- Digital Forensics
- Quantum Computing
- Advanced Mathematics in Computing
- Emerging Trends in IT
Internship
| Internship duration | 20 to 52 weeks |
| Internship timeframe | Year 3 |
| Internship period | Mar to Aug, or Mar to Mar (1-year) |
Career prospects
You can explore the following career options upon graduation:
- Systems Analyst
- Applications Developer
- Platform Engineer
- Infrastructure Executive
- Cloud Engineer
- IT Consulting Analyst
- Pre/Post Sales Consultant
- Sales Executive
- Database Administrator
- Technical Support Executive
Use resources and interactive tools that are available on MySkillsFuture Portal to explore various education and career pathways.
How to register
You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.
You may apply through the respective polytechnics’ websites. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the JPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the Poly EAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the PFPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.