School of Engineering
Diploma in Sustainable Built Environment (R61)
Interest Area
Built Environment
PFP Cluster
Design, Engineering & Technology (DET)
Transform the future with smart, sustainable building and architectural technologies.
What you will learn
Be at the cutting edge of digital and smart technologies for the Built Environment (BE)! Pick up skills that will allow you to design or manage buildings with features like Jewel Changi Airport's glass grid shell roof, HSBC Rain Vortex and Canopy Park. This diploma will ensure you are ready to take on various engineering positions in the exciting BE and Architecture, Engineering & Construction industry.
Acquire expertise in digital and smart technologies for the Built Environment, mastering advanced tools to design, simulate, and manage buildings, preparing for future-ready careers
Gain hands-on experience with green technologies and digital tools, empowering you to design energy-efficient buildings and drive Singapore’s green and digital transformation
Contribute to sustainability by designing and building a greener, healthier & low-carbon Built Environment, enhancing Singapore’s environmental health and urban resilience
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 12 Modular Credits (MCs) from the list of modules in the Minor programmes that are applicable to the Diploma and/or from the modules listed below:
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)
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: 16 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
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 H2 Physics
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
As an RP graduate, you’ll be ready to start a meaningful career. You can further boost your employability through part-time courses or SkillsFuture Work-Study Programmes.
All RP diplomas are recognised, with pathways to relevant degrees at local and overseas universities. Many students complete their degrees in just over two or three years.
Skills Deepening
Deepen your skills through part-time courses or work-study programmes. Visit our Lifelong Learning page to learn more.
Undergraduate Studies
DSBE equips you with the ability to embark on meaningful careers immediately after graduation and enables you to improve your employability by taking part-time courses or SkillsFuture Work-Study Programmes.
You can pursue further studies in a wide range of built environment and engineering courses in top local and overseas universities. You may complete their degrees in just over two or three years in a four-year programme in local universities, which includes:
Career Opportunities
You are well-placed to take on various engineering positions in Built Environment Industry such as:
Assistant Engineer (Mechanical/Electrical)
Assistant Engineer (Sustainable Design)
BIM Modeller/Coordinator
Facilities Executive Assistant
Specialist in BIM and Digital Delivery
Hear from our student
“Getting licensed through my Diploma in Sustainable Built Environment allowed me to fly the drone legally, competently and safely. With drone technology gaining traction in the built environment sector, being equipped with Class A Unmanned Aircraft Pilot License (UAPL) from RP has provided me with the relevant theoretical knowledge and practical skills to be even more industry-ready. RP opened up #GreaterPossibilities for me to thrive in a fast-evolving and tech-driven industry.”— Danish Isfahan Bin Kamis, 2024 Graduate
RP Course Guide
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