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Last Updated: 26 Jun 2025

Mobility & Robotic Systems

The Diploma in Mobility & Robotic Systems (DMRS) will equip you with comprehensive knowledge and skills in mobility systems and robotic systems, and the relevant competencies to embark on a rewarding journey in these industries.

Through DMRS, you will learn essential topics in intelligent mobility systems and robotic platforms designed for the transportation of people and/or cargo. This will prepare you to undertake in-demand roles within the dynamic and technology-intensive sectors, such as in land transport, automation, high-tech manufacturing and logistics.

Course code : R54
Republic Polytechnic
Admission type: JAE , DAE , JPAE , Poly EAE , PFP
2025 JAE ELR2B2-C net aggregate: 15-24
Course duration : 3 years

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Course details

Field of study Engineering
Certification offered

Diploma in Mobility & Robotic Systems
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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 following subjects
  • Biology
  • Biotechnology
  • Chemistry
  • Computing/Computer Studies
  • Design & Technology
  • Electronics/Fundamentals of Electronics
  • Physics
  • Science (Chemistry, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Chemistry)
 1-6

Course modules

General modules
  • Innovation and Practice
  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills
  • Singapore, the World and I
  • Effective Workplace Communication
  • 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
  • Digital Electronics
  • Engineering Design
  • Engineering Mathematics
  • Programming for Engineering
  • Fundamentals of Industrial Internet of Things
  • Data Visualisation and Analysis for Engineering
  • Principles of Mechanics
  • Fundamentals of Unmanned Systems
  • Engineering Materials
  • Electrical and Electronic Fundamentals
  • Automation Systems
  • Artificial Intelligence in Engineering
  • Sensor Systems
  • Rail Operations Management and Maintenance
  • Transportation Planning and Design
  • Project Management
  • Robotics Systems
  • Emerging Technologies and Applications in Mobility Systems
Elective modules

Option A

  • Select Elective modules totalling 12 MCs from the list of modules in the Minor programmes that are applicable to the Diploma and/or from the basket of modules listed below

List of electives:

  • Operations Planning
  • Statistical Methods for Engineering

Option B

  • Select a Minor programme

Option C

  • Select a CET-based Certificate programme and/or Elective module(s) from the list of modules in the Minor programmes that are applicable to the Diploma (only for eligible students)
Industry orientation programmes

Option 1: One-Semester Industry Immersion Programme

  • Project

And select 1 module from the list below:

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

Option 2: Two-Semester Industry Immersion Programme

  • Industry Immersion Programme or Industry Immersion Programme (Special Programme)
  • Industry Immersion Programme II

Internship

Internship duration 20 weeks or 36 weeks
Internship timeframe Year 3

Career prospects

Upon graduation, you'll unlock exciting career opportunities across a wide range of key industries — including Manufacturing, Operations, Project Management, Digitalisation and Automation, and more:

  • Assistant Train Station Manager
  • Assistant Engineer (Automation/Robotics)
  • Assistant Engineer (Electrical/Mechanical)
  • Assistant Engineer (Equipment/Facilities/Maintenance)
  • Assistant Engineer (Integration/Process/Project/System)
  • Assistant Engineer (Product/Quality)
  • Assistant Engineer (Rail Operations)
  • Urban Transport Operators (Rail and Bus)/Technical Specialist

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.