SkillsFuture Work-Study Degree (Bachelor of Technology in Computing)

The BTech in Computing (WSDeg) bridging modules are aimed at strengthening the foundation of students and prepare them for a transition into studying a Computing degree. These modules will help applicant evaluate their academic aptitude to undertake the rigour of a Computing degree before committing to the 4-year WSDeg programme and make an informed switch towards a professional career in Computing in time to come.

To enrol for the BTech in Computing (WSDeg) programme, students are required to pass all the five bridging modules. Students can register for the bridging modules after they receive their conditional offer, if they have not already successfully completed the bridging modules during previous runs.

Each registration allows the students to have access to the course material, course consultation and attempts at the module onsite assessment for a period of 1 year. Each bridging module will be offered twice each academic year. After a 1-year time limit, students will have to re-register and pay the required subscription again on a per module basis.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Will the five modules be conducted simultaneously and when will the bridging modules start?

No. The five bridging modules will be offered over a staggered schedule with at most two modules overlapping at any one time. The first series of runs will begin immediately after offers have gone out to successful applicants. You are strongly advised to register for the bridging modules once you receive your offer to ensure you have the opportunity to pass all 5 bridging modules before the matriculation deadline. Each bridging module will run for 6 weeks and the module assessment will be conducted at the end of the 6 weeks.

2. Do I need to be physically at NTU to take the bridging modules?

The bridging modules are delivered using both asynchronous and synchronous pedagogies. Students are expected to watch pre-recorded video lessons and work on practice problems given out by the instructor. Learning support in the form of regular weekly scheduled online consultation sessions will be provided for students to video meet with the NTU faculty to discuss the practice exercises and clarify their doubts. However, student should note that the final assessment for each module will be conducted onsite in NTU at a pre-determined date and time published before the start of the bridging module. The venue of the onsite assessment in NTU will be announced closer to the final exam date.   

3. What if I have secured an offer but I am unable to pass all 5 pre-requisite bridging modules before the matriculation deadline?

You are required to pass all 5 bridging modules before you are allowed to matriculate. If you are unable to meet the necessary requirements for matriculation, your current offer will lapse. You should consider carefully if you should re-apply for intake into the next academic year. Applicants who have previously secured an offer will be given due consideration in their re-application if they are able to pass the outstanding bridging module when a re-run of the bridging module assessment is being conducted. The registration of each bridging module is valid for 1 year, allowing you to make two attempts at the module assessment over an academic year. 

4. How long is the Bridging Module Test Pass valid for?

    

   The validity period of the Bridging Module Test is three years from the date of passing.