Polytechnic Foundation Programme

What is PFP?

The PFP is a one-year, hands-on programme designed for top Secondary 4 N(A) students who aspire to pursue a diploma.

Instead of progressing to 'O' Levels in Secondary 5, you can join RP through PFP to gain a head-start in your polytechnic journey.

You’ll receive the support needed to thrive in your foundation year.

Successfully completing the programme allows you to select your preferred diploma at the end of your PFP year.

Curriculum Updates for Academic Year 2026

Explore your options with cluster-based admissions for PFP!

Instead of committing to a specific diploma right after your N(A)-Level exams, you’ll join one of three broad clusters. This gives you the flexibility to discover your interests before selecting your preferred diploma at the end of your PFP year.

Through PFP, I gained a strong academic foundation and developed the teamwork and communication skills that shaped my growth.

— Aloysius Teo

From PFP to PhD: Aloysius’ Journey in Science and Teaching
Aloysius began his journey in RP PFP with dreams of becoming a teacher. His time in RP sparked a passion for science that eventually led him to NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, where he is now pursuing a PhD in Diabetes research.

Milestones
• Alumnus of Greenridge Secondary School
• Diploma in Biotechnology, RP
• Bachelor of Science in Biological Science, NTU
• Currently pursuing a PhD at NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine

PFP refined my communication and interpersonal skills, enabling me to articulate ideas clearly and collaborate effectively.

— Lionel Lee

From PFP to the Deep Sea: Lionel’s Journey to Naval Engineering
After completing his Electrical Engineering degree at NUS, Lionel now serves as a naval engineer on the Invincible-class submarine under a Republic of Singapore Navy sponsorship. He credits PFP for building the strong academic and communication foundation that helped him achieve a perfect GPA and excel in his career.

Milestones
• Alumnus of Chung Cheng High School (Yishun)
• Diploma in Green Building Energy Management, RP
• Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering, NUS
• Military Expert (ME) 4, Naval Warfare System Engineer, Singapore Navy
• IES Gold Medal
• Mapletree Gold Medal
• Ngee Ann Kongsi Most Distinguished Graduate Award
• RP Higher Year Scholarship - Lee Foundation Scholarship

PFP sparked my passion for growth and shaped the leadership and service values behind my achievements.

— Voon Jing Wen

From PFP to Valedictorian: Jing Wen’s Journey of Excellence
Jing Wen’s PFP experience transformed her into a driven learner. She consistently earned a place on the Director’s Roll of Honour, secured multiple scholarships, and graduated as the valedictorian of RP School of Business with the IMDA Gold Medal. Her leadership and service values also led her to become a Youth Corps Leader as she continues her studies at NUS.

Milestones
• Alumna of Loyang View Secondary School
• Diploma in Mass Communication, RP
• Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration (Major in Marketing), NUS
• IMDA Gold Medal
• Director’s Roll of Honour
• RP Higher Year Scholarship - Lee Foundation Scholarship
• Strategic Public Relations Group (SPRG) Scholarship