The Certificate in Information Technology is a bridging programme for those who do not meet the entry requirements of the International Diploma programmes offered by Genetic Computer School.
Course Objectives
This certificate course will give you:
an understanding of different computer systems, hardware, and software used in the modern business environment
an understanding of computer programs and program design (algorithms)
advanced skills in office applications
an understanding of different types of networks and their use in a business environment
a basis for going on to further study in IT
Teacher-Student Ratio
The average for the school is 1:25. Minimum class size is subject to change and approval by Genetic Computer School.
| Module Code | Module Name | Module Description |
| C1101 | Office Computing | This module provides lessons and topics on word processing, spreadsheets, presentation and databases applications. |
| C1102 | Introduction to Computer Systems and Programming | The module is one of the foundation modules in the Certificate of Information Technology, in which it allows students to understand the underlying theoretical concepts of computers, its structures, components, and organizations in order for students to eventually create good programs that will run efficiently and effectively. |
| C1103 | Computer Networks and Administration | This module introduces students to the components of a computer network, hardware, and devices use, its topologies and basic networking structure. It teaches students how to configure and maintain a local or wide area network. The student will also learn how to troubleshoot any networking problems. |
| C2203 | Business Information Systems | Business Information System provides a key understanding of incorporating the concepts of IT with Business. Today most organizations and enterprises utilize IT to support their business processes and operations, decision-making as well as to enhance their competitiveness. This course focuses on the different types of Business Information System and how they can be incorporated into business processes and operations. It introduces ways to acquire and develop business Information System and a way to secure and manage the system. |
Entry Requirements:
Age:
16
Academic:
GCE N Level or
10 years of General Education or equivalent
Language:
Grade D at GCE N Level English or Equivalent
Minimum number of students that is required before a class commences: 5
Price: SGD 4,800
Duration: 6 Months
Fee Information
The course fee is due and is payable only as a 1-time payment
Application Fee (Non-Refundable)
Local Students – SGD 50
ASEAN – SGD 150
NON-ASEAN – SGD 400
Course Fees (subject to prevailing 9% GST) Note: The fee includes course fee, administrative, FPS Processing Fee and Application Fee
Local – SGD 4,850
ASEAN – SGD 4,950
NON-ASEAN – SGD 5,200
Course Fees (subject to prevailing GST 9%)
| Certificate in Information Technology (CIT) | Local Student (For Singaporean /PR/Work permit/ Employment Pass holders) |
ASEAN (Require Student pass) |
NON-ASEAN (Require Student pass) |
| Amount (S$) | Amount (S$) | Amount (S$) | |
| Course Fee | 4,000 | 4,000 | 4,000 |
| Administrative Fee | 650 | 650 | 650 |
| FPS Processing Fee | 150 | 150 | 150 |
| Total | 4,800 | 4,800 | 4,800 |
Payment Schedule
| Local Student (For Singaporean/PR/Work permit/ Employment Pass holders) |
Amount (S$) | |
| * | Application Fee (Upon Registration) | 50 |
| # | 1 Time payment for 6 months | 4,800 |
| Total | 4,850 |
| ASEAN (Require Student pass) |
Amount (S$) | |
| * | Application Fee (Upon Registration) | 150 |
| # | 1 Time payment for 6 months | 4,800 |
| Total | 4,950 |
| NON-ASEAN (Require Student pass) |
Amount (S$) | |
| * | Application Fee (Upon Registration) | 400 |
| # | 1 Time payment for 6 months | 4,800 |
| Total | 5,200 |
Mode of Payment
*The modes of payment available are cash, cheque, cashier’s order, Telegraphic Transfer, or Bank Transfer
Miscellaneous and non-refundable fees (if applicable)
| Purpose of Fee | Amount (S$) and When Payable |
| Late Student Pass Renewal processing Fee: i. Less than 14 days but more than 7 days before date of renewal ii. Less than 7 days to renewal date |
$10.00 $50.00 |
| ICA Student Pass Issuance (On Renewal) – Payable to ICA | $90.00 + $45.00 (ICA Processing Fee) |
| Resit Examination Fee | $300.00 (per module) |
| Appeal Fee | $100.00 (per module) |
| Progression Fee | $250.00 (per student) |
| Replacement of Genetic Student Card | $30.00 (per student) |
| Replacement of Diploma Certificate | $100.00 (each certificate) |
| Replacement of Transcript | $100.00 (per transcript) |
| Course Transfer Application Fee | $100.00 |
| Deferment Application Fee | $100.00 |
| Course Materials Fee | $600.00 to $1500.00 |
| Late Payment Fees (1 day after the scheduled due date(s)) | $100.00 |
| Re-Module (class arranged within the course duration and module time-table is within the semester scheduling) * This fee will be FPS protected |
$1000.00 |
| Airport Pickup Services | $120.00 |
All Miscellaneous Fees are subject to prevailing GST rates = GST 9%
All Miscellaneous Fees are non-refundable.
The Finance Department will process the refund request within 7 working days from the date of Refund
Our staff will contact you on admission matters afterwards.
