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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.

Course code: N54
Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Admission type: JAE, DAE, JPAE, Poly EAE, PFP
2026 JAE ELR2B2-C net aggregate: 7 - 18
Course duration: 3 years

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:

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Cloud Computing
  • Software Engineering
  • Enterprise Computing

Students are required to complete 3 electives within each specialization option to graduate with the specialization.

Certification offered

Diploma in Information Technology

Learn more about the course

Minimum entry requirement

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

For N(A)-Level students seeking admission through PFP

This course is under the Design, Engineering and Technology cluster

SubjectGrade
English Language Syllabus A1-3
Mathematics Syllabus A / Additional Mathematics1-3

Any one of the following subjects

  • Design and Technology
  • Food and Nutrition/Nutrition and Food Science
  • Science (Chemistry, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Chemistry)
1-3

Any 2 other subjects excluding CCA

    1-4
    For O-Level students seeking admission through JAE
    SubjectGrade
    English Language1-7
    Additional Mathematics or Mathematics1-6

    Any one of the 2nd group of Relevant Subjects for the ELR2B2-C Aggregate Type

    • Biology
    • Biotechnology
    • Chemistry
    • Computing/Computer Studies
    • Creative 3D Animation
    • Design & Technology
    • Food & Nutrition/Nutrition & Food Science
    • Electronics/Fundamentals of Electronics
    • Exercise & Sports Science
    • Physics
    • Science (Chemistry, Biology)
    • Science (Physics, Biology)
    • Science (Physics, Chemistry)
    1-6

    Course modules

    Year 1
    • 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)
    Year 2
    • 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
    Year 3
    • 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
    Elective modules

    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 duration20 to 52 weeks
    Internship timeframeYear 3
    Internship periodMar 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

    Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE)

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

    Direct Admissions Exercise (DAE)

    You may apply through the respective polytechnics’ websites. Learn the process and how to apply.

    Joint Polytechnic Admissions Exercise (JPAE)

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

    Polytechnic Early Admissions Exercise (Poly EAE)

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

    Polytechnic Foundation Programme (PFP)

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