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Last Updated: 26 Jun 2025

Applied AI & Analytics

The Diploma in Applied AI & Analytics (DAAA) aims to prepare students for AI and analytics skillset, through software application development, and drive innovation to solve real-world problems. Upon graduation, graduates may pursue an IT career as ascribed by the SkillsFuture Framework in various sectors, such as Associate Software Engineer, Data Analyst/Associate Data Engineer roles. Additionally, students may choose to further their education with a bachelor’s degree in IT or deepen their skills in a Specialist Diploma of related field for more advanced career opportunities.

Course code : R13
Republic Polytechnic
Admission type: JAE , DAE , JPAE , Poly EAE , PFP
2025 JAE ELR2B2-C net aggregate: 13-26
Course duration : 3 years

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Course details

Field of study Information and Digital Technologies
Certification offered

Diploma in Applied AI & Analytics
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

Subject Grade
English Language Syllabus A 1-3
Mathematics Syllabus A / Additional Mathematics 1-3

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
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
  • 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

General modules
  • Innovation and Practice
  • Effective Workplace Communication
  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills
  • Singapore, the World and I
  • Designing Your Life (Personal Growth I)
  • Designing Your Life (Personal Growth II)
  • Designing Your Life (Future-Ready I)
  • Designing Your Life (Future-Ready II)
  • Designing Your Impact
Discipline modules
  • Programming Fundamentals I
  • Introduction to Business Process and Automation
  • Software Development Process
  • Database Systems
  • Programming Fundamentals II
  • Operating Systems and Networking
  • Data Wrangling and Automation
  • IT Security and Management
  • Software Application Development
  • AI Essentials and Innovations
  • Data Analytics with GenAI
  • Software Testing and Analytics
  • Deep Learning for Visual Intelligence
  • Machine Learning for Predictive Analytics
  • Applied Large Language Models
  • AI Solution Design and Implementation
  • Rapid App Development
  • Mathematics for Computing
Elective modules

Option A

  • Select Elective modules totalling 16 Modular Credits (MCs) from the list of electives below and/or the modules in applicable Minor Programmes

Option B

  • Select an applicable Minor Programme and an elective module of 4 MCs (from the list of electives below or from the modules in applicable Minor Programmes)

Option C

  • Select a CET-based Certificate programme and Elective module(s) from the list of electives below and/or in applicable Minor Programmes (only for eligible students)

List of Electives:

  • Entrepreneurship
  • Design Thinking for Business Innovation
  • Marketing
  • Business Statistics
  • Digital Marketing and eCommerce
  • UI/UX Design for Apps
  • Cloud Computing Essentials
  • DevOps Essentials
  • IT Project Management
  • Cloud Application Development
  • RPA for Business
  • Payment Technologies
Industry orientation programmes

Option 1: One-Semester Industry Immersion Programme

  • Project

And select one module from the list below:

  • Corporate Innovation Immersion Programme
  • Entrepreneurial Immersion Programme
  • Industry Immersion Programme

Option 2: Two-Semester Industry Immersion Programme

  • Industry Immersion Programme
  • Industry Immersion Programme II

Internship

Internship duration 20 weeks or 44 weeks
Internship timeframe Year 3

Career prospects

You can explore the following career options upon graduation:

  • AI Developer
  • Associate Data Engineer
  • Data Analyst
  • Machine Learning Engineer
  • Marketing Data Analyst
  • Quality Assurance Engineer
  • Sales Forecasting Analyst
  • Software Developer
  • Software Engineer
  • Technical Support Officer/
  • ICT Support Officer

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.