National Silver Academy (NSA) Courses for Seniors
The National Silver Academy (NSA) is a network of post-secondary education institutions (PSEIs) (i.e. ITE, polytechnics, universities and arts institutions) and voluntary welfare organisations (VWOs) that offer learning opportunities for seniors. Beginning June 2016, seniors aged 50 and above can look forward to attending:
Audit Mode (Exam-free) Modules
These modules are drawn from existing full-qualification programmes for a token fee. Seniors may attend these modules alongside regular students who are taking these modules for credit (i.e. to earn a certificate like a degree or diploma); however, regular students need to sit for the exams, seniors do not.
| Course Code | Course Title | Timetable | *Course Fee with GST |
|---|---|---|---|
| COU104 | Social Emotional Learning | Presented in January semester only | $79.62 |
| ELT107 | Analysing Prose: Short Fiction and Essays | Presented in January and July semester | $79.62 |
| FLM103 | Writing Film Criticism | Presented in July semester only | $79.62 |
| FLM201 | Film Genre: Understanding Types of Film | Presented in January and July semester | $79.62 |
| FLM359 | Navigating Singapore's Film Industry | Presented in January semester only | $79.62 |
| GSP165 | The Law and You | Presented in every semester | $39.89 |
| GSP169 | Religion in the Modern World | Presented in every semester | $39.89 |
| GSP171 | Fundamentals of Intellectual Property Law in Singapore | Presented in January and July semester | $39.89 |
| GSP188 | Leading in an Age of Disruption | Presented in January and July semester | $39.89 |
| MLL101 | Introduction to Malay Linguistics | Presented in January semester only | $79.62 |
| MTD105e | Digital Photography Technology | Presented in January and July semester | $79.62 |
| MTD111 | Creative Design Fundamentals | Presented in January and July semester | $79.62 |
| TLL106 | Modern Tamil Prose | Presented in July semester only | $79.62 |
Short Courses
| Course Code | Course Title | Timetable | *Course Fee with GST |
|---|---|---|---|
| CETW005 | C3A Curriculum on Mental Well-being – Riding the Waves of Change Smiling | TBC | $29.00 |
Find out more about National Silver Academy at www.nsa.org.sg.
Terms and Conditions
- Singapore Citizens 50 years and above.
- Audit mode only (exam-free).
- Prevailing GST is applicable.
- Limited seats are available.
- Singapore University of Social Sciences reserves the right to cancel the course(s) due to unforeseen situations. Course fee(s) will be refunded to affected students.
Course Entry Requirement
Minimum GCE 'A' level with two passes (prior to 2006) or two H2 passes (from 2006); or local Polytechnic diploma; or acceptable SAT 1 score; or International Baccalaureate; or NUS High School diploma. If not, at least 5 GCE 'O' Level passes & an interview.
Certificate
Certificate of Participation will be awarded. Students will be informed of the collection period 3 - 4 months after the semester.
Course Venue
SSingapore University of Social Sciences, 463 Clementi Road, Singapore 599494.
Application Fee
New CET applicants will have to pay a non-refundable one-time application fee* of $60.00 before GST.
* prevailing rate
Application Period:
January Semester: 1 October to 15 November
July Semester: 1 May to 15 June
Please submit the following documents during the online e-application:
If you prefer to submit hardcopies of the document, you may do so within one week after submission of the online course application at Singapore University of Social Sciences, 463 Clementi Road, Centre for Continuing and Professional Education, Blk C Level 1 during the operating hours: 8:30 am to 5:30 pm (Mon-Fri) |
You will be notified of your course application outcome via email in December for January Semester, or June for July Semester respectively.
Payment Modes
eNets / Credit card / Cash / Cheque to 'Singapore University of Social Sciences'
Registration Guide
Click here for the registration video guide. Applicant must select ' Audit' under 'Course type' in the course selection page.
FAQs
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