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Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (R50)

School of Engineering, Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Engineering(R50)_DEEE

What You Will Learn

Make your mark as a problem-solver in the technical realm.

A broad and flexible education in the engineering disciplines widen your career choices. Discover key growth areas in communications and microelectronics and get ready for an opportunity-filled future!

Enrol in our Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (DEEE) and upskill with cutting-edge technology in our modern laboratories, then go beyond the classroom to gain valuable real-world experiences with our partner associations and companies. 
 
We help you secure coveted internships with major players in the engineering sector. You will work on stimulating R&D projects with impressive industry partners such as GlobalFoundries, Micron Semiconductor Asia, Panasonic, Rohde & Schwarz Asia, Sennheiser, Signify and Singtel. 
 
Emerge knowledgeable and versatile with industry-relevant skills that will set you up for a rewarding career!

During my time in RP, I was given many opportunities to grow and discover myself. The Diploma in Electrical & Electronic Engineering (DEEE) course equipped me with the relevant knowledge and skills for my career in the semiconductor industry. Entering the workforce, I don’t find myself lost in a fast-paced working environment as RP has equipped me with the skills to think critically and enjoy learning at the same time.

Mohammed Razi Karappamveetil Rasheed
2021 Graduate. Currently working as a Product Engineer at Advanced Micro Devices.

The course structure consists of general, discipline, and specialisation modules. There is also an industry orientation component.

General Modules

Discipline Modules

Major Modules

Electives Modules

Select ONE of the following options: 

Option A: Select Elective modules totalling 12 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 here

Industry Orientation Programme Modules

* Some module codes and synopses are pending confirmation and may be subject to change.

GCE O-level

Aggregate Type Range of Net ELR2B2 for 2024 JAE  Minimum Entry Requirements/Grade
ELR2B2-C 12 to 26*
  • 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

Please click here for a list of module exemptions for eligible Direct-Entry-Scheme to Polytechnic Programme (DPP) graduates and Higher Nitec (non-DPP) graduates admitted to Direct Year 2 of the diploma programme.


Minimum net GPA Relevant Qualifications
Nitec ≥ 3.5
  • NT13 Built Environment (Mechanical & Electrical Services)
  • NT14 Mechatronics & Robotics
  • NT17 Automotive Technology
  • NT19 Electronics & Internet of Things
  • NT21 Architectural Drafting/ Building Drafting (Architectural)
  • NT23 Civil & Structural Drafting/ Building Drafting (Civil & Structural)
  • NT24 Electronics/ Electronics Servicing/ Electronics (Broadband Technology & Services)/ Electronics (Computer & Networking)/ Electronics Instrumentation)/ Electronics (Mobile Devices)/ Electronics (Wafer Fabrication)/ Electronics (Wireless LAN)
  • NT25 Electro-Mechanical Servicing/ Mechatronics/ Mechatronics (Automation Technology)/ Mechatronics (Equipment Assembly)/ Mechatronics (Medical Technology)
  • NT26 Electrical Fitting & Installation/ Electrical Installation & Servicing/ Electrical Technology/ Electrical Technology (Installation & Servicing)
  • NT27 Electrical Power & Machines/ Electrical Technology (Power & Control)/ Electrical Technology (Power & Machines)
  • NT28 Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration/ Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration Mechanics/ Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology
  • NT29 Automotive Mechanics (Construction Equipment)/ Automotive Technology (Construction Equipment)/ Automotive Technology (Heavy Vehicles)
  • NT30 Maintenance Fitting/ Mechanical Servicing/ Mechanical Technology
  • NT31 Automotive Mechanics (Light Vehicles)/ Automotive Technology (Light Vehicles)/ Diesel Engine Mechanics/ Motor Vehicle Mechanics
  • NT32 Precision Machining/ Precision Engineering (Machining)
  • NT37 Precision Engineering (Injection Mould)/ Precision Engineering (Press Tool)/ Precision Engineering (Tool & Mould)/ Precision Tooling/ Tool & Die - Making
  • NT38 Building Servicing/ Building Services Technology/ Building Services Technology (Air-conditioning & Refrigeration)/ Building Services Technology (Mechanical & Electrical Services)/ Facility Technology (Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration)
  • NT39 Chemical Process Technology/ Chemical Process Technology (Biologics)/ Chemical Process Technology (Petrochemicals)/ Chemical Process Technology (Pharmaceuticals)/ Chemical Process Technology (Process Instrumentation)
  • NT40 Info-Communications Technology (Networking & System Administration) / Infocomm Technology
  • NT41 Multimedia Technology
  • NT42 Marine Technology /Marine Mechanics
  • NT43 Mechanical-Electrical Drafting
  • NT46 Product Design
  • NT47 Communications Technology
  • NT48 Precision Engineering (Aerospace)
  • NT49 Marine Electrical Technology
  • NT50 Port Equipment Technology
  • NT51 Aircraft Maintenance (Mechanical)
  • NT53 Aerospace Technology
  • NT57 Security Technology
  • NT59 Aerospace Avionics
  • NT60 Electrical Technology (Lighting & Sound)
  • NT62 Machine Building Technology/ Machine Technology
  • NT63 Facility Technology (Mechanical & Electrical Services)
  • NT64 Medical Manufacturing Technology
  • NT67 Aerospace Machining Technology
  • NT68 Laser & Tooling Technology/ Semiconductor Tooling Technology
  • NT73 Facility Technology (Vertical Transportation) / Built Environment (Vertical Transportation)
  • NT74 Mobile Systems & Services / Info-communications Technology (Mobile Networks & Applications)
  • NT75 Rapid Transit Technology
  • NT76 Semiconductor Technology / Electronics (Microelectronics)
  • NT79 Info-Communications Technology (Cloud Computing)
  • NT80 Social Media & Web Development
  • NT88 Electronics (Display Technology)
  • NT96 Electronics, Computer Networking and Communications
  • NT97 Microelectronics
  • NT98 Digital & Precision Engineering
  • NT99 Web Applications
Higher Nitec ≥ 2.0
  • IT21 Electro-Mechanical Engineering
  • IT22 Mechatronics Engineering
  • IT31 Electrical Engineering
  • IT41 Electronics Engineering/Industrial Electronics Engineering
  • IT50 Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration Engineering
  • IT51 Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Design/Mechanical & Electrical Drafting & Design
  • IT52 Mechanical Engineering
  • IT54 Mechanical Engineering Drawing & Design
  • IT55 Manufacturing Engineering
  • IT56 Information Technology
  • IT57 Wireless Technology
  • IT58 Biotechnology/Biochemical Technology
  • IT59 Chemical Technology
  • IT60 Marine & Offshore Technology/Marine Offshore Engineering
  • IT61 Network Security Technology / Cyber & Network Security
  • IT63 Games Design & Development
  • IT64 Business Information Systems
  • IT66 Security System Integration
  • IT67 Civil & Structural Engineering Design
  • IT68 Facility Systems Design
  • IT69 Information Systems Quality
  • IT70 Mobile Unified Communications
  • IT71 Offshore & Marine Engineering Design
  • IT72 Process Plant Design
  • IT73 Marine Engineering
  • IT74 Aerospace Engineering
  • IT75 Advanced Manufacturing / Engineering with Business
  • IT76 e-Business Programming
  • IT77 Facility Management
  • IT81 Broadcast & Media Technology
  • IT82 Games Art & Design
  • IT83 Games Programming & Development
  • IT85 Precision Engineering
  • IT86 Rapid Transit Engineering
  • IT88 IT Applications Development
  • IT89 IT Systems & Networks
  • IT90 Automotive Engineering
  • IT91 Robotics & Smart Systems
  • IT94 Integrated Mechanical & Electrical Design
  • IT95 Data Engineering
  • IT97 AI Applications

GCE A-Level

Minimum Entry Requirements

Note:

For more details on admission using Singapore Cambridge GCE A-levels qualifications, please refer to our webpage at www.rp.edu.sg.

Note:

Admission to RP is based on academic merit and subjected 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.

Career Opportunities

You can look forward to excellent career prospects across a wide range of digital and electronics industries in roles such as:

  • Assistant Equipment Engineer
  • Assistant Facility Engineer
  • Assistant Integration Engineer
  • Assistant Process Engineer
  • Assistant Product Engineer
  • Assistant Quality Engineer

Further Studies

Discover exciting opportunities for further studies!

As a Diploma in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (DEEE) graduate, you can pursue a wide range of degree programmes. Our diploma programme is designed to meet the requirements for advanced standing in local and overseas institutions of higher learning including the National University of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore University of Social Sciences, Singapore Institute of Technology, Singapore Management University, and Singapore University of Technology and Design.

Overseas universities include:

  • Australian National University (Australia)
  • Newcastle University (UK)
  • The University of Nottingham (UK)
  • The University of Western Australia (Australia)
  • University of Leeds (UK)
  • University of New South Wales (Australia)
  • University of South Australia (Australia)
  • University of Southampton (UK)
  • University of Strathclyde (UK)
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Last updated on 10 Jun 2024