Kaplan Higher Education Academy | Singapore, Singapore

Campus setting	Urban
Living cost	USD 877 per month
Student population	Large (More than 10,000)
International students	30%
Institution type	Private

About Kaplan Higher Education Academy

Kaplan Higher Education Academy in Singapore is part of Kaplan, Inc., a leading international provider of educational and career services for individuals, schools, and businesses. Kaplan Inc. is a subsidiary and the largest division of The Washington Post Company. Kaplan strives to serve students of all ages through a wide array of offerings, including higher education, test preparation, and professional training. Kaplan’s higher education divisions offer comprehensive full-time and part-time programmes, comprising diplomas, degrees and Masters programmes.

Many diplomas lead to Bachelor degree programmes offered by renowned overseas universities. Kaplan Higher Education Academy covers a wide range of disciplines, including Accounting & Finance, Business & Management, Communications & Media, Hospitality & Tourism Management, Humanities & Social Sciences, Information Technology, and Science. Through collaboration and partnership with prestigious Australian and European universities, KHEA offers career-oriented academic programmes designed to provide students with the skills necessary to qualify them for employment in various fields.

International students will feel right at home at any of Kaplan’s campuses with a mixture of students from Singapore, China, India, Vietnam, Myanmar, South Korea, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Russia. KHEA also benefits from being located in a cosmopolitan city that is a gateway to Asia and beyond. Classes are taught in English, helping students improve their spoken and written English. For students from Asia, studying in Singapore translates into substantial cost-savings in receiving a recognised degree without having to travel too far from home.

In developing new ideas, encouraging life-long learning and promoting lasting knowledge, KHEA are creating a unique environment where students can be inspired to excel in their course of study. Kaplan Higher Education Academy is a stable and mature organisation, whose structure and policies are designed to promote the success of its partners and their students.

Campus information

KHEA understands that a conducive learning environment, ample facilities, and a place to bond with classmates is integral to student life. KHEA is constantly improving its existing services and facilities to ensure that their students have an optimal studying environment. Both Kaplan City Campuses are also conveniently located in the Orchard and Dhoby Ghaut districts in central Singapore.

Kaplan City Campus @ Orchard

At 60,00 sq ft, Kaplan City Campus @ Orchard is the institution's largest campus. The 35 classrooms and state-of-the-art facilities are spread across 4 floors. Spend time preparing for classes at the campus library which is equipped with free PC terminals, internet access, printers and photocopiers for your convenience. Students also enjoy the student lounge.

Kaplan City Campus @ Wilkie Edge

The Wilkie Edge Campus is located within 10 minutes from the Dhoby Ghaut MRT Interchange and Little India MRT. The campus has expanded to more than 50,000 sq ft, housing the sales, administrative and academic departments to accommodate the growth of the institution with 32 classrooms. The campus facilities include a reference library, computer and photocopying facilities, wireless internet points, a student lounge and a student counselor room.

Kaplan City Campus @ Orchard

Orchard Road: 7, 14, 14E, 16, 65, 106, 111, 123, 175, 502, 502A, 502B
Somerset Road: 7, 14, 14E, 16, 36, 65, 77, 106, 111, 123, 124, 128, 143, 162, 162M, 167, 171, 174, 174E, 175, 190, 502, 502A, 502B, 700, 700A
The nearest MRT Station is NS23 – Somerset Station. Take Exit B, cross Orchard Road and walk towards The Centrepoint.

Kaplan City Campus @ Wilkie Edge

Bus Stop 1: 64, 65, 131, 139, 147, 166, 857
Bus Stop 2: 56, 64, 65, 131, 139, 147, 166, 857
The nearest MRT Stations are: NE7 – Little India Station (Take Exit A and walk towards Niven Road) and NS24 – Dhoby Ghaut Station (Take Exit A and walk towards Selegie Road)

Kaplan City Campus @ PoMo

Bus Stop No: 08079 / 07011
Bus Services: 1N, 2N, 3N. 4N, 5N, 6N, 64, 65, 131, 139, 147, 166, 857
The nearest MRT Station is: NS24 – Dhoby Ghaut Station Take Exit A and walk towards Selegie Road

Kaplan City Campus @ CET West

Free Shuttle Bus is available from Jurong East MRT Station.
The nearest MRT Station is: NS1 / EW24 – Jurong East MRT Station

Accommodation

In addition to paying the full cost of the program, students must manage their own living expenses. The cost of living and studying in Singapore is quite reasonable. The amount to be set aside will depend on the kind of accommodation a student chooses.

KHEA provides advice and assistance for international students searching for accommodation ranging from public housing to private apartments. As each individual’s requirements differs, KHEA suggested for students to arrange the rental of their accommodation after arriving in Singapore. A programme manager or buddy will be at hand to provide relevant advice on appropriate housing according to your budget and requirements.

Students who required accommodation can approach the Student Support Services staff at KHEA for assistance in locating a suitable place to stay in Singapore. A notice period of at least 3 weeks in advance is required for a KHEA's staff to recommend a professional service company to handle the students' accommodation in accordance with their budget and requirements. Depending on location and room type, rental rates range from SG$500 per month.

Additional info

At Kaplan Higher Education Academy, students are equipped with the skills and knowledge to pursue in careers of their chosen field. KHEA is constantly establishing accreditation by relevant professional bodies, so its students are always a step ahead. Students are able to opt for completing their studies at a faster pace, thereby saving money and saving time.

The smaller class sizes encourages discussions and greater interaction with lecturers, while programme managers are also at hand to support and advise on further education pathways.

KHEA is continuously forging deeper relationships with international university partners to offer new courses and specialized academic track options. Many of KHEA’s university partners offer programmes in Singapore, while others offer advanced standing to our students, allowing them to articulate directly to the Bachelor Degree programmes.

A list of renowned university partners include:

Murdoch University, Perth, Australia
Northumbria University, United Kingdom
University College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Portsmouth University, United Kingdom
Royal Holloway University of London, United Kingdom

Every lecturer in KHEA has at least a Master's Degree and/or PhD qualification in their area of teaching expertise from a regionally or internationally accredited institution or foreign equivalent; with relevant qualification and at least two years of relevant working and teaching experience in related field and have maintained good track records.

An approved set of Study Guide or course syllabus will be provided for every course conducted by KHEA. It is subjected to revisions so as to meet the new challenges and requirements of the global economy. Students who have paid the due school fee will be entitled to get the materials at no extra cost. The materials will consist of one main textbook, one study guide, and lecturer notes.