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Last Updated: 03 Feb 2026

Common Science Programme

Specially designed to help you gain a better understanding of the different applied science disciplines. The Common Science Programme (CSP) helps you explore your interests, enabling you to make an informed decision about the most suitable course to pursue after the end of the first or second semester.

Course code: R59
Republic Polytechnic
Admission type: JAE, DAE, JPAE, Poly EAE, PFP
2026 JAE ELR2B2-C net aggregate: 10 - 17
Course duration: 3 years
At the end of Semester 1, you can choose to major in one of the following courses:

Applicants with mild visual impairment may encounter difficulties meeting the course requirements and expectations, and may be assessed on a case-by-case basis to determine their suitability for admission.

Students admitted to this course must ensure that they satisfy the requirements of the respective diplomas before they can be streamed to the respective courses.

If you are undecided after Semester 1, you can choose a cluster: Biological Sciences. Based on the cluster, you can choose a diploma at the end of Semester 2.

Biological Sciences cluster

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Course details

Field of study
Applied Sciences
Certification offered

Depends on the diploma course you choose to major in

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 Sciences cluster

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

Any 1 relevant subject:

  • 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 following subjects

    • Biology
    • Biotechnology
    • Chemistry
    • Food & Nutrition/Nutrition & Food Science
    • Physics
    • Science (Chemistry, Biology)
    • Science (Physics, Biology)
    • Science (Physics, Chemistry)
    		1-6

    Course modules

    General modules
    • Innovation and Practice
    • Singapore, the World and I
    • Effective Workplace Communication
    • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills
    • Designing Your Life (Personal Growth I)
    • Designing Your Life (Future-Ready I)
    • Designing Your Impact
    Discipline modules

    Semester 1

    • General and Physical Chemistry
    • Laboratory Practices and Safety
    • Molecular Cell Biology and Biochemistry
    • Mathematics for Applied Science
    • Sustainability and Climate Change

    Semester 2

    • If you choose to enter the Biological Sciences cluster, you will take the following modules:
    • Anatomy and Physiology
    • Organic and Inorganic Chemistry
    • Microbiology
    • Data Analytics

    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.