PASSPORT TO YOUR FUTURE 2016
SUCCESS
In The Making
How’s life like for Lee Kian Tek and Cherilyn Lim Jia Hui after
graduating from Nanyang Polytechnic (NYP)?
We follow them as they set out on their post-tertiary journeys.
from the National University of
Singapore (NUS) and also the
founder of his very own industrial
safety system business.
NYP has bred some of the most influential
entrepreneurs in the region, and one such
budding talent is Lee Kian Tek. A graduate
from NYP’s Diploma in Manufacturing
Engineering, Kian Tek is the holder of a
Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering
With two other partners
whom he met in NUS, the trio
launched this start-up to foster a healthy
work environment for employees. However,
running a business requires around-the-clock
commitment, which is something Kian Tek
stays unwaveringly true to. “I was once
told that passion and strength are equally
Alumna, NYP’s School of
Business Management and
Gold Medalist in NTU
Cherilyn’s dedication earned her stellar
academic results, guaranteeing her admission
to Nanyang Technological University’s (NTU)
Getting it up and running is by no means
easy, but Kian Tek is determined to put
his new venture on the map. Once he
has achieved their goal of penetrating
the market, he hopes to enlist a team of
engineers to continue developing safety
systems for different applications.
Recently, her final year project on skin cancer
made it onto various media channels such
as Little Red Dot, Thumbs Up and online
parenting websites. “It’s an achievement I
am proud of because the time and effort we
invested into this campaign really paid off.
Beyond that, it was particularly meaningful
when parents commented on how
appreciative they were about the preventive
messages on skin cancer.” The star student
graduated from NTU this year with several
honours under her belt, including the ‘Batey
Gold Medal’ and ‘Dentsu Singapore Gold
Medal cum Cash Award’.
Cherilyn Lim Jia Hui
A penchant for the ever-changing
landscape of media has led
Cherilyn Lim Jia Hui to her calling
at NYP’s Diploma in Mass Media
Management. Intrigued by the
dynamic nature of the industry
since young, she chose the course
as it offered a comprehensive study
of the field while imparting her
transferable business management
skills that are now useful to her in
the working world.
important, and that hard work is the price
we have to pay for success.” Kian Tek credits
his project supervisor in NYP for the wise
and motivational words. While studying in
NYP, Kian Tek was trained to look at the big
picture and think out of the box. There’s
always an influx of bright ideas, but to Kian
Tek, it’s the ability to turn an idea into
reality that makes it valuable. “I think this
industry needs engineering input to innovate
for better solutions,” he states. “While
Singapore is transforming into a smart
nation, we hope we can do our part to create
equally smart workplaces.”
Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and
Information. Thanks to the foundation NYP
laid out for her, it gave Cherilyn an edge over
her peers and helped her excel in her studies.
Your future could be just as bright as Kian Tek and Cherilyn!
Be innovative and enterprising, choose your own adventure at
NYP Open House from 7 to 9 Jan 2016!
Endeavouring to build a career in the
corporate communications sector, Cherilyn
is excited to take on other projects and
discover new forms of communication. “I am
currently working, and although the learning
curve is steep, I find that my polytechnic
education has consistently helped me
through the responsibilities I take on. Life
after NYP is a constant learning journey, but
I’m raring to go!”
PASSPORT TO YOUR FUTURE 2016
MY KIND OF XTRA
At Ngee Ann Polytechnic, they are committed to nurturing
both head and heart. From top-notch programmes and
scholarships, to unique learning platforms and enriching
global exposure, they go the xtra mile to give you the
education you deserve.
Check out their 49 exciting courses!
School of Business & Accountancy
• Accountancy
• Banking & Financial Services
• Business Information Technology
• Business Studies
• International Business
• International Logistics & Supply Chain
Management
• Tourism & Resort Management
School of Design & Environment
• Hotel & Leisure Facilities Management
• Product Design & Innovation
• Real Estate Business
• Sustainable Urban Design & Engineering
School of Engineering
• Aerospace Electronics
• Aerospace Technology
• Audio-visual Technology
• Automation & Mechatronic Systems
• Biomedical Engineering
• Clean Energy Management
7, 8 and 9 Jan • 10am to 6pm
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@ngeeannpoly
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• Electrical Engineering
• Electronic & Computer Engineering
• Engineering Science
• Engineering with Business Management
Programme
• Marine & Offshore Technology
• Mechanical Engineering
• Network Systems & Security
School of Film & Media Studies
• Advertising & Public Relations
• Film, Sound & Video
• Mass Communication
• Visual Effects Revamped!
School of Health Sciences
• Health Sciences (Nursing)
• Optometry
School of Humanities & Social Sciences
• Arts Business Management
• Business & Social Enterprise
• Child Psychology & Early Education
• Chinese Media & Communication
• Chinese Studies
• Early Childhood Education
• Psychology Studies
School of InfoComm Technology
• Animation & 3D Arts
• Financial Informatics
• Information Security & Forensics
• Information Technology
• Multimedia & Animation
School of Life Sciences & Chemical
Technology
• Biomedical Science
• Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering
• Environmental & Water Technology
• Landscape Design & Horticulture
• Molecular Biotechnology
• Pharmacy Science
• Veterinary Bioscience
PASSPORT TO YOUR FUTURE 2016
discover a
Whole New RP
With a myriad of new facilities, here’s why you should choose
Republic Polytechnic (RP) for an authentic industry-relevant
learning experience.
RP Career Centre
Planning for the future can be challenging but the
new RP Career Centre is equipped with resources,
facilities and staff to help students discover their
strengths, interests and passions. There are friendly
Education and Career Guidance (ECG) counsellors
that will guide the students to navigate the various
pathways so that they are able to make informed
decisions concerning their future.
Republic Polytechnic Industry Centre (RPIC)
In a bid to enhance students’ learning experience, the RPIC houses facilities that support
real work settings – allowing them to apply their knowledge into practice.
School of
Engineering –
Engineering Design
Studio
The Engineering
Design Studio
allows students to
actualise their ideas
and designs with upto-date equipment.
Students can create
prototypes and watch
their ideas come to
life with the facilities
and dedicated spaces.
Centre of
Innovation for
Supply Chain
Management Warehouse
The new warehouse
features a fully
automated stateof-the-art facility
for supply chain and
logistics management
to simulate
Automation for
Logistics Operations,
creating a realistic
learning experience
for students.
School of
Hospitality Customer
Experience Labs
To mimic industry
practice and facility
standards, the
Customer Experience
labs utilise the
latest technology
to enable students
to deliver excellent
customer experience.
This includes an
integrated Customer
Relationship
Management (CRM)
platform, retail Point
of Sales (POS) and
logistics technology.
School of
Hospitality Exhibition and
Event Labs
With more exhibitions
and conferences being
held in Singapore,
there is an emphasis
on familiarising
students with
practical training on
events management.
Students are better
equipped for the
workforce with
planning and managing
large-scale events with
the 318-square metre
exhibition foyer.
School of Sports,
Health and
Leisure - Sports
Engineering lab
School of Applied
Science - Food Lab
Designed to study
and assess athletic
performance, the
Sports Engineering
Lab allows students
to conduct tests with
industry-standard
equipment. The lab
plays an important
role in allowing
students to apply
theoretical concepts
to practical situations.
7 to 9 Jan
RP Open House
10am to 6pm
Interactive games and exhibits
Visit facilities and labs
Discover exciting diplomas and vibrant student life
Learn about scholarships, career and further
studies opportunities
Meet 987FM DJs
Win prizes, goodie bags and more!
Visit
www.rp.edu.sg/openhouse2016
for more details
The new lab,
comprising Food
Processing, Food
Formulation and
Sensory Testing
units, allow students
to gain relevant
industry skills in food
product development
and carry out
sensory evaluations
under controlled
conditions.
12 to 13 Jan
Parents’ Talk
7.30pm to 9pm
W2 Lecture Theatre,
Republic Polytechnic
Register now at
www.rp.edu.sg/parents-talk
Admission is free
PASSPORT TO YOUR FUTURE 2016
You can achieve your goals with an SP diploma.
School of ELECTRICAL &
ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING
Aerospace Electronics
Common Engineering Programme
Computer Engineering
Electrical and Electronic
Engineering
Energy Systems and Management
Engineering Systems
Engineering with Business
School of MECHANICAL
& AERONAUTICAL
ENGINEERING
Aeronautical Engineering
Bioengineering
Common Engineering Programme
Mechanical Engineering
Mechatronics and Robotics
School of ARCHITECTURE &
the BUILT ENVIRONMENT
Architecture
Civil Engineering with Business
Hotel and Leisure Facilities
Management
Integrated Events and Project
Management
Landscape Architecture
School of CHEMICAL & LIFE
SCIENCES
Applied Chemistry
Biomedical Science
Biotechnology
Chemical Engineering
Food Science and Technology
Nutrition, Health and Wellness
Optometry
Perfumery and Cosmetic Science
SP BUSINESS SCHOOL
Accountancy
Banking and Finance
Business Administration
Business Innovation and Design
Financial Informatics
Human Resource Management
with Psychology
International Business
Tourism and Resort Management
School of COMMUNICATION,
ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCE
Applied Drama and Psychology
Creative Writing for TV and New Media
Media and Communication
SP DESIGN SCHOOL
Experience and Product Design
Games Design and Development
Interior Design
Visual Communication and
Media Design
School of DIGITAL MEDIA &
INFOCOMM TECHNOLOGY
Business Information Technology
Digital Animation
Infocomm Security Management
Information Technology
Music and Audio Technology
Visual Effects and Motion
Graphics
SINGAPORE MARITIME
ACADEMY
Marine Engineering
Maritime Business
Nautical Studies
openhouse.sp.edu.sg
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@singaporepoly
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www.sp.edu.sg
PASSPORT TO YOUR FUTURE 2016
The World at your Feet with
TP Diploma in Hospitality
& Tourism Management
Sate your wanderlust with the Diploma in Hospitality &
Tourism Management (HTM) course from Temasek Polytechnic (TP)!
It’s not everyday that students can boast of
travelling to exotic locations for their 24-week
internship, but for those who are studying
TP’s HTM course, this is just part of their
preparation for the working world.
Student
Dominic Wong is
currently interning in
the F&B Division of
the Intercontinental
Malta.
Vera Choo,
Shimona Loke and
Alex Cheah interned
at Four Seasons
Resort Mauritius at
Anahita.
Students who
interned at Four Seasons
Mauritius would go on job
rotations in the F&B Division or
Rooms Division (Housekeeping/
Front Office/Guest Services
and Concierge) and even
take on roles as Guest
Relations Officers.
Students of the
course can expect
internship,
study trip and
community project
opportunities in
these locations.
Thailand
Cambodia
V ietnam
Malta
Students are groomed to handle different
job scopes and industries – whether it is
front-line, junior or middle management
roles across air transportation, travel, tourism
and hospitality industries, TP students are
equipped to handle them all. Their internship
runs for 24 weeks, where they take on
different jobs, and are rotated in different
departments for well-rounded knowledge on
how each role contributes to the company.
As the first hospitality and tourism course
to be introduced in a polytechnic, TP’s
established reputation has allowed them to
forge strong relationships with key players
in the industry. Many of their partners have
overseas properties, which allows students
the chance to experience independent
learning while immersing themselves in
different cultures.
South
Korea
Japan
China
Malaysia
Maldives
Seychelles
Tanzania
Indonesia
Mauritius
www.tp.edu.sg
Australia
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for more information on this course, and 50 other courses
offered by Temasek Polytechnic