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STUDENT ORIENTATION & HANDBOOK

W R I T E H E R E S O M E T H I N G

As of 17 May 2021

S C H O O L O F M U S I C A N D T H E A R T S

ABOUT OUR

SCHOOL

C P E R e g i s t r a t i o n N u m b e r :199103776M

Va l i d i t y P e r i o d :23-01-2019 to 22-01-2023

www.ssg.gov.sg

E d u Tr u s t A w a r d :EDUTRUST PROVISIONAL

E d u Tr u s t C e r t N o . :EDU-3-3152

https://www.cpe.gov.sg/

OUR VISION

OUR MISSION

Igniting passion and growing talents for the Asia-Pacific music and

arts scene.

To create different music experiences that inspire people in a creative

and supportive learning environment while developing key

partnerships with various music industry stakeholders.

OUR SCHOOL VALUES

Expression of CreativityExpressing oneself confidently

and with individuality, displaying originality in one’s work.

PassionThrive on curiosity, knowledge

and dedication to music and the arts, displaying dynamism and commitment for one’s work.

Ownership and PrideSetting high standards and personal goals for continual

improvement. Producing work of the highest quality and to be

proud of personal achievement.

InclusivityAwareness and appreciation for the wider arts scene. Supportive of others’ artistic achievements, and to pursue group interest in

addition to personal ones.

SCHOOL FACILITIESW R I T E H E R E S O M E T H I N G

Ent repreneur ia l ac t i v i t i es d i f fe r subs tan t ia l l y depend ing on the

t ype o f o rgan iza t ion and c rea t i v i t y. En t repreneur ia l ac t i v i t i es

d i f fe r subs tan t ia l l y depend ing on the t ype o f o rgan iza t ion and

c rea t i v i t y

RECORDING STUDIO (CONTROL

ROOM)

Area : 3 8 .1 8 sqm, Ca pa cit y: 2 5 pa x

RECORDING STUDIO (LIVE

STUDIO)

Area : 3 8 sqm, Ca pa cit y: 2 5 pa x

KEYBOARD ROOM

Area : 1 8 .6 7 sqm

Ca pa cit y: 1 2 pa x

MAC COMPUTER LAB

Area : 2 9 .5 4 sqm

Ca pa cit y:1 9 pa x

VIOLIN ROOM

Area : 8 .3 6 sqm

Ca pa cit y: 5 pa x

VOCAL ROOM

Area : 1 2 .9 1 sqm

Ca pa cit y: 8 pa x

PIANO ROOM

Area : 1 0 .9 6 sqm

Ca pa cit y: 7 pa x

GUITAR ROOM

Area : 5 .5 7 sqm

Ca pa cit y: 3 pa x

RECEPTION

DANCE STUDIOArea : 4 5 .9 9 sqm

Ca pa cit y: 3 0 pa x

DIRECTIONS &CONTACT


BUS

Ra ffles Avenue (Espla na de Thea t er)

3 6 , 5 6 , 7 0 M, 7 5 , 7 7 , 9 7 , 9 7 E, 1 0 6 , 1 1 1 , 1 3 3

1 6 2 M, 1 7 1 , 1 9 5 , 5 3 1 , 7 0 0 A, 8 5 7 , 9 6 0 , 9 6 1 C

Ra ffles Bouleva rd (Pa n Pa cific Singa pore)

3 6 , 5 6 , 7 5 , 7 7 , 9 7 , 9 7 E, 1 0 6 , 1 0 7 M, 1 7 1 ,

1 9 5 , 7 0 0 A, 8 5 7 , 9 6 0 , 9 6 1 C

Tema sek Bouleva rd (Sunt ec Convent ion

Cent er)

3 6 , 7 0 A, 7 0 M, 9 7 , 9 7 E, 1 0 6 , 1 1 1 , 1 3 3 ,

1 6 2 M, 5 0 2 , 5 1 8 , 5 3 1 , 7 0 0 A, 8 5 7 , 8 6 8

MRT

Cit y Ha ll, Espla na de, Promena de

6 Ra ffles Bouleva rd

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info@soma .edu.sg6 8 8 4 3 6 1 1

https://www.facebook.com/somasingapore/

https://www.instagram.com/somasingapore

ORGANISATION CHARTW R I T E H E R E S O M E T H I N G

Ent repreneur ia l ac t i v i t i es d i f fe r subs tan t ia l l y depend ing on the

t ype o f o rgan iza t ion and c rea t i v i t y. En t repreneur ia l ac t i v i t i es

d i f fe r subs tan t ia l l y depend ing on the t ype o f o rgan iza t ion and

c rea t i v i t y

C H R I S T I N E S H A M K E I T H K W O K E D R I C H WA N G

- Ba chelor of Music (Firs t -cla ss

Hons), Berklee College of Music

- Execu t ive Direct or of School of

Music a nd t he Ar t s Pt e Lt d

- Execu t ive Direct or of SOMA

Enr ichment Pt e lt d

- Execu t ive Direct or of SOMA

Pub lish ing Pt e Lt d

- Ba chelor of Science Degree in

Record ing Ar t s , Fu ll Sa il

Un ivers it y

- Founder & Direct or of Music

Product ion of GRYD

- Founder & Music Producer of

Cirde St ud ios

ACADEMIC & EXAMINATION BOARD

- Ba chelor of Music, Berklee College

of Music

- Tour ing Keyboa rd is t for ma nda pop

a r t is t s includ ing St efa n ie Sun ,

F.I.R, Angela Cha ng a nd A*Mei

- Film a nd TV composer

IMPORTANT

INFORMATION

S TA N D A R D S T U D E N T C O N T R A C T

S T U D E N T PA S S

S U S P E N S I O N & E X P U L S I O N

A P P L I C AT I O N P R O C E D U R E

P R E - C O U R S E C O U N S E L L I N G

The CPE-approved Student Contract is a legal contract that binds both School of Music and the Arts Pte Ltd and

the student that embodies the following mandatory requirements:

STANDARD STUDENT CONTRACT

1. Clear definition of course details – course title, pre-requisites, qualification awarded, course duration

2. Full disclosure of all costs for course fees and miscellaneous fees

3. Commitment to Fee Protection Scheme (School of Music and the Arts Pte Ltd has adopted the LONPAC

Insurance BHD Insurance scheme for its students)

4. Clear definition of refund policies

Students may request for a copy of the PEI-Student Contract from School of Music and the Arts Pte Ltd

([email protected]) or view it on the CPE website (www.ssg.gov.sg)

mailto:[email protected]

Each enrolled student of the School will sign two copies of the standard Student Contract, where one copy will be

given to the student and the other copy will be kept by the School.

Each Student Contract is meant for admission to one course only and individual student contracts will be entered

with each student admitted into the courses offered.

Any amendments made to the Student Contract must be accompanied with an acknowledgement signatory by

both the school staff and student.

If a student wishes to repeat a module, a new Student Contract (or addendum) has to be issued.

The execution of the Student Contract shall be in accordance with the Process section of the manual: Student

Contract.


The terms and conditions of the contract are to be explained to each student and it is the responsibility of the

school to ensure that each student fully understands them.

Both the student and the school should acknowledge any amendments made to the contract.

The School shall ensure that a copy of the Student Contract is made available for prospective students on the

School’s Website.

If a student wishes to repeat a module, a new Student Contract (or addendum) has to be issued.

Note:CPE’s Standard PEI-Student Contract should be adopted for all students recruited.


School of Music and the Arts Pte Ltd will provide the Student with a cooling-off period of 7 working days from the

date that the Contract has been signed by both parties. The student will be refunded the highest percentage

(stated in Schedule D) of the fees already paid if the Student submits a written notice of withdrawal to the School

of Music and the Arts Pte Ltd within the cooling-off period, regardless of whether the Student has started the

course or not.


Cooling-Off Period

STUDENT PASS

Fill in application forms (16, V36,

V36A if applicable)

Provide copies of:

• Highest qualification certificates

and transcripts

• Birth certificate

• Bank statement

• Passport-sized photograph

Registration Collection

To bring

• IPA letter

• Passport

• International-sized photography

• Medical report

• Printout of E-Forms 16 and V36

Students are prohibited from attending

classes in PEI before obtaining ICA

Approval of their student passes.

Renewal

Students must inform PEI to renew

their student passes 1 month before

the expiry. There will be no renewal of

student passes after the expiry date.

STUDENT PASS

Student must return their Student Passes to ICA

within 7 days after the end of their courses.

PEI will inform ICA of foreign students’ departure

dates from Singapore.

No foreign student may stay in Singapore after

his/her pass expires

Cancellation Online Application

Online Student Pass Applicationwww.ica.gov.sg

http://www.ica.gov.sg/

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

● Pre-course Counselling to be done and Pre-course

Counselling form to be complete.

● Student to fill up Registration Form

Agent/staff will ensure that applicants fulfil the entry

requirements and verify all necessary documents

prepared:

• Scanned Document of Identity (IC or Passport)

• Birth Certificate (International students)

• Educational Certificates and Transcripts

• All work experience letters (if applicable)

• Bank statements (applicant’s/parents)

• E-form 16 and E-form V36


Diploma in Songwriting & Production

Diploma in Music Production & Engineering

Diploma in Music Performance

Local Student - $300

Application FeeProgramme

A one-time, non-refundable application fee is required for all new students

International Student - $480


● All completed forms and documents to be

submitted to the school for processing.

Confirm your place in the course by paying your course

fees within the deadline stated on your Student

Contract upon student pass application approval

STUDENTINFORMATION

STUDENT EVENTS

Things to includea. Term Schedule will be given to students during Orientation b. Examinations are typically conducted in Week 11 of each termc. Graduation Ceremony are typically held 4 months after the end of the coursed. Examination Results are released within two months after the end of the examination

COURSE INFORMATIONW R I T E H E R E S O M E T H I N G

OVERVIEW OF DIPLOMA COURSES AVAILABLE

D IP LO MA IN MUSIC P RO D UC TIO N & EN G IN EERIN G

D IP LO MA IN SO N G W RITIN G & P RO D UC TIO N

D IP LO MA IN MUSIC P ERF O RMAN C E

DIPLOMA IN MUSIC PERFROMANCE

The Diploma in Music Performance aims to equip students and aspiring musicians with the necessary foundational

knowledge and competencies in music performance. The modules within the course help lay the groundwork for their

development into critical reflective musicians by covering the following key areas: performance, theory, music history

and musicianship. Students will also be equipped with the necessary business and entrepreneurial skill sets to pursue

successful careers in the contemporary music industry.

Mode of Study: Full Time (12 months) OR Part Time (18 months)

Intake commences every mid-April and mid-October of the year.

DIPLOMA IN MUSIC PERFORMANCEModule synopsis a re a va ila ble on our websit e, www.soma .edu.sg

Introduction to Music Technology( 5 c r e d i t s )

Musicianship and Aural I( 3 c r e d i t s )

Ensemble ( 2 0 c r e d i t s )

Music Theory and Harmony ( 1 8 c r e d i t s )

Vocal Techniques( 4 c r e d i t s )

Course Structure & Outline

Collaborative Project( 1 5 c r e d i t s )

Introduction to Music Business ( 6 c r e d i t s )

Professional Development( 6 c r e d i t s )

Musicianship and Aural II( 3 c r e d i t s )

Guitar Skills ( 4 c r e d i t s )

Contemporary Music History ( 5 c r e d i t s )

Classical Music History ( 5 c r e d i t s )

Keyboard Skills I( 4 c r e d i t s )

Private Instruction( 3 0 c r e d i t s )

A t l e a s t 1 6 y e a r s o f a g e

I n t e r n a t i o n a l E n g l i s h L a n g u a g e Te s t i n g S y s t e m ( I E L T S ) s c o r e 4 . 5 , o r

G C E ‘ N ’ / ’ O ’ L e v e l E n g l i s h L a n g u a g e – g r a d e C 6 a n d a b o v e , o r

O t h e r E n g l i s h L a n g u a g e P r o f i c i e n c y Te s t s ( T O E F L e t c . ) w i l l b e c o n s i d e r e d o n a

c a s e b y c a s e b a s i s

C a n d i d a t e s w h o h a v e a t t a i n e d a N I T E C o f H i g h e r N I T E C c e r t i f i c a t e w i l l h a v e

t o c o m p l e t e a n d p a s s o u r C e r t i f i c a t e c o u r s e i n ‘ S o n g w r i t i n g ’ , ‘ A u d i o

E n g i n e e r i n g ’ o r ‘ E l e c t r o n i c M u s i c P r o d u c t i o n ’ i n o r d e r t o b e e l i g i b l e f o r

a d m i s s i o n t o t h e D i p l o m a C o u r s e

P o s s e s s a m i n i m u m o f 3 G C E - O l e v e l c r e d i t s w i t h g r a d e C 6 a n d a b o v e , o r

c o m p l e t i o n o f 1 0 y e a r s o f f o r m a l e d u c a t i o n , o r i t s i n t e r n a t i o n a l e q u i v a l e n t

A c a d e m i c E n t r y R e q u i r e m e n t s :

L a n g u a g e E n t r y R e q u i r e m e n t s :

M i n i m u m A B R S M , T r i n i t y o r L C M G r a d e 5 p e r f o r m a n c e o r e q u i v a l e n t

M i n i m u m A B R S M , T r i n i t y o r L C M G r a d e 3 T h e o r y o r e q u i v a l e n t

ENTRY REQUIRMENTS ( D I P L O M A I N M U S I C P E R F O R M A N C E )

DIPLOMA IN MUSIC PRODUCTION & ENGINEERING

The Diploma in Music Production and Engineering aims to fully equip students with the fundamental knowledge and

competencies to pursue music production and engineering as a career in Singapore’s music industry. The modules

within the course provides a study into the technical and creative steps in the music production process and equips

students to record, edit, mixand produce industry standard content using the relevant technologies and workflows.



DIPLOMA IN MUSIC PRODUCTION & ENGINEERINGModule synopsis a re a va ila ble on our websit e, www.soma .edu.sg

Introduction to Music Technology( 5 c r e d i t s )

Audio Ear Training( 5 c r e d i t s )

MIDI Systems for Music Production( 5 c r e d i t s )

Recording Techniques ( 2 0 c r e d i t s )

Principles of Acoustics& Studio Maintenance( 6 c r e d i t s )

Music Production Techniques( 1 0 c r e d i t s )

Mixing Techniques( 2 0 c r e d i t s )


Fundamentals of Music Theory( 5 c r e d i t s )

Live Sound Techniques( 7 c r e d i t s )

Collaborative Project( 1 5 c r e d i t s )

Advanced Pro Tools ( 1 0 c r e d i t s )

Introduction to Music Business ( 6 c r e d i t s )

Professional Development( 6 c r e d i t s )

ENTRY REQUIRMENTS ( D I P L O M A I N M U S I C P R O D U C T I O N A N D E N G I N E E R I N G )


I n t e r n a t i o n a l E n g l i s h L a n g u a g e Te s t i n g S y s t e m ( I E LT S ) s c o r e 4 . 5 , o r


O t h e r E n g l i s h L a n g u a g e P r o f i c i e n c y Te s t s ( T O E F L e t c . ) w i l l b e

c o n s i d e r e d o n a c a s e b y c a s e b a s i s

C a n d i d a t e s w h o h a v e a t t a i n e d a N I T E C o f H i g h e r N I T E C c e r t i f i c a t e

w i l l h a v e t o c o m p l e t e a n d p a s s o u r C e r t i f i c a t e c o u r s e i n

‘ S o n g w r i t i n g ’ , ‘ A u d i o E n g i n e e r i n g ’ o r ‘ E l e c t r o n i c M u s i c P r o d u c t i o n ’

i n o r d e r t o b e e l i g i b l e f o r a d m i s s i o n t o t h e D i p l o m a C o u r s e

P o s s e s s a m i n i m u m o f 3 G C E - O l e v e l c r e d i t s w i t h g r a d e C 6 a n d

a b o v e , o r c o m p l e t i o n o f 1 0 y e a r s o f f o r m a l e d u c a t i o n , o r i t s

i n t e r n a t i o n a l e q u i v a l e n t



DIPLOMA IN SONGWRITING AND PRODUCTION

The Diploma in Songwriting and Production aims to fully equip students with the creative approaches and technical

skills to excel in the local music industry as a songwriter and producer. The modules within the course can be divided

into 4 main ‘strands’, covering fundamental music theory concepts, practical musicianship skills, the essentials of

songwriting and arrangement as well as technical and creative skills that are essential to music production.



DIPLOMA IN SONGWRITING AND PRODUCTION

Keyboard Skills I( 5 c r e d i t s )

Songwriting I: Crafting a Song( 1 0 c r e d i t s )Songwriting II: Writing Pop Hits( 1 0 c r e d i t s )

MIDI Systems for Music Production( 5 c r e d i t s )

Songwriting III: Writing for TV and Film( 8 c r e d i t s )

Songwriting IV: Vocal Writing( 8 c r e d i t s )

Pop Music Arranging( 1 0 c r e d i t s )


Fundamentals of Music Theory ( 5 c r e d i t s ) Music Production Techniques

( 1 0 c r e d i t s ) Introduction to Music Technology( 5 c r e d i t s )

Vocal Techniques( 5 c r e d i t s )

Musicianship and Aural I( 3 c r e d i t s )

Keyboard Skills II( 4 c r e d i t s )

Guitar Skills ( 5 c r e d i t s )

Collaborative Project ( 1 5 c r e d i t s )

Introduction to Music Business( 6 c r e d i t s )

Professional Development ( 6 c r e d i t s )

Module synopsis a re a va ila ble on our websit e, www.soma .edu.sg

ENTRY REQUIRMENTS ( D I P L O M A I N S O N G W R I T I N G A N D P R O D U C T I O N )


I n t e r n a t i o n a l E n g l i s h L a n g u a g e Te s t i n g S y s t e m ( I E LT S ) s c o r e 4 . 5 , o r


O t h e r E n g l i s h L a n g u a g e P r o f i c i e n c y Te s t s ( T O E F L e t c . ) w i l l b e

c o n s i d e r e d o n a c a s e b y c a s e b a s i s

C a n d i d a t e s w h o h a v e a t t a i n e d a N I T E C o f H i g h e r N I T E C c e r t i f i c a t e

w i l l h a v e t o c o m p l e t e a n d p a s s o u r C e r t i f i c a t e c o u r s e i n

‘ S o n g w r i t i n g ’ , ‘ A u d i o E n g i n e e r i n g ’ o r ‘ E l e c t r o n i c M u s i c P r o d u c t i o n ’

i n o r d e r t o b e e l i g i b l e f o r a d m i s s i o n t o t h e D i p l o m a C o u r s e

P o s s e s s a m i n i m u m o f 3 G C E - O l e v e l c r e d i t s w i t h g r a d e C 6 a n d

a b o v e , o r c o m p l e t i o n o f 1 0 y e a r s o f f o r m a l e d u c a t i o n , o r i t s

i n t e r n a t i o n a l e q u i v a l e n t



NEW DIPLOMA GRADING SYSTEM( f o r B a t c h 2 0 2 0 / 2 1 a n d o n w a r d s )

Letter Grade Marks Grade Point AverageA ≥ 80 4.00A- 75 – 79 3.50B 70 – 74 3.00B- 65 – 69 2.50C 60 – 64 2.00C- 55 – 59 1.50D 50 – 54 1.00F < 50 0.00

IF (Incomplete / Failure) - -CBX (Credit by Exam) - -

ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS


For all Singaporean and Singapore Permanent Resident students

Minimum 80% attendance for each module

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum 90% attendance per month

For all International Students

Attendance Rate Action to be Taken

Non-student pass holdersAbsent from 1st class of the module

Student pass holdersAbsent from 1st class of the month

1st Warning Letter to be issuedIncluding:- failure to meet completion requirement reminder- cancellation of Student Pass reminder for Student Pass Holders

The parent/ guardian is to be informed (if student <18)

Non-student pass holdersAbsent from 2nd class of the module

Student pass holdersAbsent from 2nd class of the month

2nd Warning Letter to be issued Including:- failure to meet completion requirement reminder- cancellation of Student Pass reminder for Student Pass Holders


Non-student pass holdersOverall Attendance Rate for the module falls below 80%

Student pass holdersOverall Attendance Rate for the module falls below 90% for the month

Final Warning Letter to be issued Including:- barred from examination or;- disciplinary action and/or termination from school if applicable and/or; - cancellation of Student Pass reminder for Student Pass Holders

Academic Counselling to be carried out


LEAVE APPLICATION PROCESS

Approved Student Leave Application Forms should be submitted to the StudentExperience Ambassador before the start of the class that the student is being excusedfrom, or within 3 working days of returning to class should there be extenuatingcircumstances.

All MCs are to be submitted online together with the Student Leave Application Formwithin 3 working days of returning to class.

COURSE PROMOTION & GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS


GRADUATION REQUIREMENT

Ac h ie ve m in im a l ly a 5 0 % p a s s t o b e a wa r d e d t h e c r e d i t s fo r

e a c h m o d u le a n d o b t a in a t o t a l o f 1 2 0 c r e d i t s

Min im u m o f 8 0 % a t t e n d a n c e fo r e a c h m o d u le in o r d e r t o

c o m p le t e t h e c o u r s e (Lo c a l St u d e n t s )

Min im u m o f 9 0 % a t t e n d a n c e fo r e a c h m o n t h in o r d e r t o

c o m p le t e t h e c o u r s e ( In t e r n a t io n a l St u d e n t s )

STUDENT SERVICES

Individual and personal ised long distance cal ls to parents / agents to

inform them on arr ival arrangements

Arrangement for Medical Screening

Accommodation Support Service

STUDENT SERVICESFor all new students

The School will provide the following services to ensure that students make a smooth transition to Singapore:

Arrangement for Bank Account Opening

Visa / Student Pass Appl icat ion

Student Orientat ion Programme

Students’ Outings and Act iv i t ies

For all Current & Enrolled students

The School aims to provide all students with an academic education of the highest standards through the provision of

these services:

For students below 18 years old, personal ized updates to parents on

admission matters / Students’ progress which includes:

- Informing parents on student issues, including attendance rate, behavior,

academic performance etc.

Student Progress Reports

CEO – Student dialogue sessions

STUDENT SERVICES

End of Module review of students’ at tendance

Feedback forms

Student Surveys (Student Sat isfact ion Survey / Module Evaluat ion Survey

/ Graduate Survey / Pre-course Counsel ing and Orientat ion Sat isfact ion

Survey / End of Course Survey)

For enhancing overall Student Experience

In ensuring that the School provides for an exceptional student experience, it undertakes to provide the following

services:

Dispute resolut ion process

STUDENT SERVICES

Student Intervent ion

FEES PAYABLE

Breakdown of all fees (including any non-refundable fees and discounts/rebates given) will be reflected on the

School’s marketing collaterals and the standard Student Contract.

The School will accept the following payment modes: Cash, Nets, Mall Voucher, Credit Card, Telegraphic Transfer,

Internet Banking, PayNow and Cheque (made payable to:School of Music and the Arts Pte Ltd.)

Application fees shall be collected upon receipt of the student application.

Any other fees shall only be collected upon execution of the standard Student Contract. The School shall not collect

any fees exceeding the fee collection cap stated in the Student Contract.

All payments received by the School shall be accompanied with a receipt, and records of each payment must be

continuously maintained.

FEES PAYABLE AND RECEIPT

Course Fees (Diploma Courses)

1 in s t r u c t o r t o 1 0 s t u d e n t s

Course Fee

Tu i t io n F e e - $ 1 3 ,5 0 0

Ad m in i s t r a t ive F e e - $ 5 8 0 (Lo c a l St u d e n t )

Ad m in i s t r a t ive F e e - $ 1 1 8 0 ( In t e r n a t io n a l St u d e n t )

La p t o p / t a b le t a n d C o m p u t e r P r o gr a m Bu n d le - $ 3 ,0 0 0

Instructor to Student Ratio

MISCELLANEOUS FEE

LIVING INSINGAPORE

H O U S I N G

2-3 bedroom units

$1800 to $5000

Room Rental

Single Room - S$500 to S$1500

Shared Room –S$400 to S$800

Homestay

S$750 to S$2000

Internet | Property Agent | Newspaper

*All prices given are per month rates

Avenues to look for Housing

L I V I N G E X P E N S E S

Transport

S$3 / day

Bus, Train

Medical Expenses

Medical Providers:Polyclinics, Private Clinics (GPs), Hospitals)

Meals

S$5 / meal

Phone Bills

S$25 / month

L AW S & R E G U L AT I O N S

Relevant LawsAlcohol Abuse Any offences while being intoxicated (drunk) is punishable under the law. Drunk driving is a serious

offence.Driving All drivers must be in possession of a valid Singapore driving license and the vehicle must be insuredDrugs Possession of controlled drugs is presumed to be for trafficking, an offence which can carry death penalty.Littering Littering, spitting and vandalism (with graffiti) in public areas are serious offencesEmployment International students are not permitted to engage in any form of employment or attend an industrial

attachment/internship programme, whether paid or unpaid, without a valid work pass issued by Ministry of Manpower in Singapore.

Smoking Smoking in specific public places and indoor restaurants is prohibited.Traffic Jay-walking is an offence.Immigration All International students studying in Singapore must have a valid passport and a Student Pass from ICA

(Immigration and Checkpoint Authority)

L AW S & R E G U L AT I O N S

No Smoking in specific public areas

No Littering

Drug and Alcohol Abuse Traffic Rules

Immigration Rules

https://www.lta.gov.sg

https://www.ica.gov.sg/

https://www.cnb.gov.sg/

http://www.nea.gov.sg/public-health/smoking

https://www.lta.gov.sg/content/ltaweb/en.html

https://www.ica.gov.sg/

https://www.cnb.gov.sg/

http://www.nea.gov.sg/public-health/smoking

U S E F U L G O V E R N M E N T W E B S I T E S

Committee for Private Education (CPE)

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