School of Infocomm
Diploma in Financial Technology (R18)
Interest Area
Information & Digital Technologies
PFP Cluster
Design, Engineering & Technology (DET)
Unlocking career opportunities with top financial and banking leaders.
What you will learn
Note: Starting April 2026, you’ll be eligible for exemption from the Introductory Programming module upon passing O-Level Computing and enrolling in any of the five RP School of Infocomm diplomas or the Common ICT Programme. The 60 hours saved allow you to pursue community projects, earn recognised certifications, or take part in industry visits and networking, giving you more control over your learning experience.
The Diploma in Financial Technology equips you with essential FinTech skills, covering FinTech domains such as Anti-Money Laundering, Compliance Analytics and Digital Payments.
Fast-track your FinTech career. Develop future-ready FinTech skills in AI, Blockchain and Regulatory Technology, fast-tracking your career aspirations.
Start your technopreneurship journey here. Launch your FinTech startup through our Entrepreneurial Immersion Programme, turning your ideas into reality and gaining entrepreneurial experience before graduation.
Get certified, get ahead. Gain cutting-edge FinTech experience through industry partnerships and certifications with key financial institutions and FinTech companies, including EC-Council, Green Link Digital Bank (GLDB), NETS, OCBC, Prudential, SAP and UOB.
Gain High-Impact Competencies
At the end of the programme, you will gain the following competencies:
Artificial Intelligence
Blockchain
Compliance Analytics
Digital Payments
Curriculum Structure
General Modules
Discipline Modules
Elective Modules
Customise your learning pathways by selecting ONE of the following options::
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:
Learn how you can customise your learning pathways.
Industry Orientation Programme Modules
Option 1: One-Semester Industry Immersion Programme
And select one module from the list below:
Option 2: Two-Semester Industry Immersion Programme
Entry Requirements
GCE O-Levels
Aggregate Type: ELR2B2-C
View aggregate computation [PDF, 240 KB]
Range of Net ELR2B2 for 2026 JAE: 11 to 26*
Minimum Entry Requirements/Grade:
English Language: D7
Mathematics (Elementary/Additional): C6
Any one of the 2nd group of Relevant Subjects for the ELR2B2-C Aggregate Type: C6
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 and Higher Nitec
GCE A-Levels
Minimum Entry Requirements:
Obtain an A-S grade for General Paper (English Medium) or Knowledge & Inquiry, AND
Obtain an A-E grade for H2 Mathematics, AND
Obtain an A-E grade for any other H2 subject
View the full list of module exemptions for RP courses.
If you do not meet the GCE A-Level Minimum Entry Requirements, you may apply for admission using your GCE O-Level results.
Note: Admission to RP is based on academic merit and subject to available vacancies in 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.
Further studies
Graduates from RP will be prepared to embark on meaningful careers immediately after graduation. Enhance your employability by taking part-time courses or SkillsFuture Work-Study Programmes.
Moreover, every RP diploma is recognised and has a pathway leading to a relevant degree at top local and overseas universities. You may complete your degrees in just over two or three years in a four-year programme.
Skills Deepening
After graduating from RP, you can choose to deepen your skills and knowledge in a chosen field before embarking on your career. You could either sign up for part-time courses or pursue work-study programmes. Visit our Lifelong Learning page to find out more.
Undergraduate Studies
DFT graduates will be well-prepared to pursue a degree in fields such as Artificial Intelligence, Business Analytics, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Security. Many reputable universities, both local and overseas, welcome our graduates, often with credit exemptions.
Local universities include:
Overseas opportunities are also available in countries like Australia, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom, including top institutions such as:
Career Opportunities
You will be well-prepared to take on roles such as:
Associate Business Analyst
Application Developer
Blockchain Developer
Compliance Analyst
Digital Transformation Specialist
Financial Crime Compliance Executive
IT Project Executive
Technical Support Officer
ICT Support Officer
Hear from our student
As a curious and driven FinTech student, I've embraced a journey of discovery over the past two years. RP's incredible opportunities have fuelled my spirit of exploration, helping me navigate both challenges and triumphs. I led projects at the RP Open House, showcasing our diploma to prospective students and presented my blockchain project to industry partners. These experiences have allowed me to engage meaningfully with others, create #GreaterImpact and shape my growth both personally and professionally.— Yong Kai Sheng Kelson, 2025 Graduate
RP Course Guide
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