School of Engineering
Common Engineering Programme (R42)
Interest Area
Engineering
PFP Cluster
Design, Engineering & Technology (DET)
Stay flexible and keep your options open as you explore infinite possibilities in engineering.
What you will learn
Unsure which engineering field to specialise in? The Common Engineering Programme is your ideal starting point. This programme allows you to explore your interests and gain a comprehensive understanding of the various engineering diplomas offered by the School of Engineering. Enjoy the flexibility of up to one year to make an informed decision on the specific diploma that best suits your passion and career goals.
Discover diverse engineering opportunities and unlock pathways to innovation, problem-solving, and impactful careers in various industries
Gain extra time to explore interests and make informed decisions before specialising in an engineering field, ensuring the best fit for your career
Build a strong foundation with first-semester modules and activities, preparing you for deeper learning in engineering
Note: Students enjoy the flexibility of up to one year to decide on a specific diploma. This will allow you to choose a more suitable and fulfilling course after exploring the different fields. You can choose one of the options below.
Choose a Diploma
You can choose a diploma directly after Semester 1.
After Semester 1
Choose one of the following diplomas:
Choose a Cluster
Still undecided? You can choose a cluster - Engineering Management or Engineering - after Semester 1 which will allow you more time to explore your options. You can then choose your diploma later after Semester 2.
After Semester 2
Choose one of the following diplomas in the Engineering Management Cluster:
After Semester 2
Choose one of the following diplomas in the Engineering Cluster:
Curriculum Structure
General Modules
Discipline Modules
In Semester 1, you will take the following modules:
In Semester 2:
If you choose to enter the Engineering Cluster, you will take the following modules:
If you choose to enter the Engineering Management Cluster, you will take the following modules:
After being placed in one of the SEG diploma programmes, you will study the modules specific to that programme.
Entry Requirements
GCE O-Levels
Aggregate Type: ELR2B2-C
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Range of Net ELR2B2 for 2026 JAE: 13 to 26*
Minimum Entry Requirements/Grade:
English Language: D7
Mathematics (Elementary/Additional): C6
Any one of the following subjects: C6
Biology
Biotechnology
Chemistry
Computing / Computer Studies
Design & Technology
Electronics / Fundamentals of Electronics
Physics
Science (Chemistry, Biology)
Science (Physics, Biology)
Science (Physics, Chemistry)
Courses with remaining vacancies after JAE posting are indicated with an asterisk (*). In order to appeal to these courses with vacancies, students need only meet the course’s MERs. Do note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee placement, as appeals posting is in order of merit, and subjected to available vacancies in the course.
Nitec/Higher Nitec
Note: Admission to RP is based on academic merit and subject to available vacancies of our diploma programmes. Meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee that applicants will be offered a placement in the diploma programme. These requirements are set in place to ensure fairness to all applicants.
Hear from our student
“I am a proud graduate of RP, where I enrolled in the Common Engineering Programme after completing my studies at Queensway Secondary. RP became the launchpad for my aspirations. Its hands-on, Problem-based Learning helped me build strong fundamentals in engineering, critical thinking and teamwork. Those skills empowered me to pursue a degree in business and apply engineering concepts in real-world settings. RP gave me confidence, clarity of purpose and #GreaterPossibilities.”— Goh Cheh Wei, 2022 Graduate
RP Course Guide
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