International Higher Diploma in Software Engineering is designed to equip you with the fundamentals of software engineering and in-depth exposure to practical aspects of small to medium scale software development projects. You will be introduced to both Java and .Net platforms.
Course Objectives:
This higher diploma course will give you
an understanding of the fundamentals of software engineering
practical skills in using different programming environment
skills in managing projects systematically
skills in managing and developing small to medium scale software projects
Teacher-Student Ratio
The average for the school is 1:25. Minimum class size is subject to change and approval by Genetic Computer School.
C3101: Advanced Programming
This module is designed to provide the advanced concept of programming to handle more complex programming projects. It will give you a deeper understanding of Object-Oriented programming and will introduce you with network programming and multi-layer architecture of enterprise applications.
C3102: Software Engineering
This module introduces the fundamental engineering discipline which covers all aspects of software production; developed programs and associated documentation or deliverables. This module is for students to work in a group to build a software system using Object-Oriented analysis, design, implementation, and testing techniques.
C3202: Distributed System
This module introduces the concepts and design principles used in the construction of concurrent and distributed systems. It involves the development of the principles of the concurrent distributed system from simple shared-memory systems to multiprocessor and distributed environments.
C3203: Professional Ethics and Security
This module introduces concepts of ethical use of computer systems. It provides a wider perspective in securing computers and user privacy. This module also enhances a student’s ability to adapt to the various security operations and procedures applied by most industries and computer-based organizations.
C3103: Graphical User Interface Design
This module is designed to provide the students with a roadmap to the world of interface and interaction designs. Students will learn UI best practices and reusable ideas as design patterns, as well as how to provide solutions to common design problems that students can tailor to the situation at hand.
C3104: Operating Systems
This module examines the design of operating systems and how it manages resources and provides services. This will help students understand the structure of processes and threads and how they are synchronized and scheduled. It also broadens students’ understanding of the organization of memory and the basics of file system construction in modern operating systems.
C3201: IT Project Management
This module is designed to let students acquire the right project management skills needed to better manage future IT projects. IT Project Management module covers basic concepts of IT Project Management, including initiating, planning, controlling, executing and closing projects. It allows the student to fully understand the foundation IT Project Management life cycle. This module also shows how IT projects should be managed, from inception to post-implementation review.
C3204: Project
Higher diploma students are required to work on a graduation project in the final semester. Students have to form a group of four to work on a the project. A supervisor will be assigned to the group by the school or the students may arrange for their own supervisor of their choice. Under the supervision of the supervisor, the group has to propose the project to the course coordinator. Once approved, a unique project group number will be assigned and students may begin to work on the project.
Age:
17
Academic
GCE “A” levels or
12 years of general education or equivalent or
International Diploma in Software Development / Web Design/ Business Computing (Awarded by Genetic Computer School)
Language
Grade C6 at GCE O level English or equivalent or
IELTS 5.5 or
TOEFL 525 (Paper base) or 196 (Computer base)
Minimum number of students that is required before a class commences: 5
Price: SGD 8,800
Duration: 12 Months
Fee Information
The course fees are due and payable in full or in two (2) installments.
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 and application fees
Local – SGD 8,850
ASEAN – SGD 8,950
NON-ASEAN – SGD 9,200
Mode of Payment
*The modes of payment available are cash, cheque, cashier’s order, Telegraphic Transfer or Bank Transfer
Course Fees (subject to prevailing GST of 9%)
| 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$) | |
| Course Fee | 7,000 | 7,000 | 7,000 |
| Administrative Fee | 1,650 | 1,650 | 1,650 |
| FPS Processing Fee | 150 | 150 | 150 |
| Total | SGD 8,800 | SGD 8,800 | SGD 8,800 |
Payment Schedule
| Local Student (For Singaporean/PR/Work permit/ Employment Pass holders) |
Amount (S$) | |
| * | Application Fee (Upon Registration) | 50 |
| # | 1st Term ( 6 months ) | 4,400 |
| # | 2nd Term ( 6 months ) | 4,400 |
| Total | SGD 8,850 |
| ASEAN (Require Student pass) |
Amount (S$) | |
| * | Application Fee (Upon Registration) | 150 |
| # | 1st Term ( 6 months ) | 4,400 |
| # | 2nd Term ( 6 months ) | 4,400 |
| Total | SGD 8,950 | |
| NON-ASEAN (Require Student pass) |
Amount (S$) | |
| * | Application Fee (Upon Registration) | 400 |
| # | 1st Term (6 months) | 4,400 |
| # | 2nd Term (6 months) | 4,400 |
| Total | SGD 9,200 |
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
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