Admission
Pre-Course Counselling
Before submitting an application, all prospective students will receive pre-course counselling from Beacon’s Recruitment Agent (RA) or Marketing Staff.
During the pre-course counselling session, the RA / Marketing Staff will:
- assess the applicant’s suitability for the intended course and ability to meet the admission requirements;
- explain the course structure, assessment methods, graduation requirements and possible education or career progression opportunities;
- answer any questions raised by the applicant; and
- explain important policies and procedures, including the Student Contract, Fee Protection Scheme (FPS), refund policy, transfer, deferment and withdrawal policy, attendance requirements and award criteria.
To better understand the applicant’s needs, the RA / Marketing Staff may also discuss the applicant’s educational and career goals, financial preparedness, relevant work experience, health conditions or disabilities that may affect learning, and any concerns relating to studying in Singapore.
For international applicants requiring a Student’s Pass, additional information will be provided on the Student’s Pass application process, restrictions on employment without a valid work pass and other relevant Singapore laws.
Applicants are required to sign the Pre-Course Counselling Checklist to acknowledge that the required information has been explained. Each pre-course counselling session is valid for one course application only. A new pre-course counselling session will normally be conducted if a student transfers or progresses to another course.
Submit Your Application
After selecting a suitable course, applicants complete Beacon’s Student Application Form and submit the required supporting documents, including educational qualifications, identification documents and, where applicable, documents required by the Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) for Student’s Pass applications.
Applicants are required to pay the prescribed Application Fee upon application or as otherwise agreed with the RA / Marketing Staff.
Where the RA / Marketing Staff assists in completing the application form, the applicant must verify that all information provided is accurate before signing the form.
Where applicable, the original certificates and transcripts will be sighted and verified by Beacon when the student arrives at the College.
Assessment of Applications
Beacon reviews every application to ensure that:
- the applicant meets the admission requirements for the selected course;
- the required language requirements have been satisfied;
- all required supporting documents have been submitted; and
- the supporting documents have been verified where applicable.
Beacon recognises English language qualifications obtained by international applicants who have completed by applicants who have completed their education in recognised English-medium education systems.
Applicants who do not meet the recognised English language requirements may be required to sit for Beacon’s English Placement Test. Applicants who do not attain the required level will be required to attend English language enrichment before progressing to their intended course.
Applicants applying for programmes conducted in Chinese must satisfy the applicable Chinese language requirements.
Where necessary, Beacon may verify the authenticity of supporting documents before approving an application.
Applicants applying to programmes offered in collaboration with External Academic Partners are also subject to the admission requirements and approval processes of the respective partner institution.
In some cases, Beacon may issue a conditional offer. Examples include:
- pending release of final examination results;
- awaiting official certificates or transcripts;
- completion of prerequisite qualifications or modules; or
- successful completion of Beacon’s English Placement Test, where applicable.
Admissions Staff will follow up with applicants to ensure that all admission conditions are fulfilled within the required timeframe.
Where there is uncertainty regarding an applicant’s qualifications or eligibility, the application may be referred to the Principal / Head of Department (Academic) for further consideration. An interview may be arranged where necessary.
All applications must be approved by an authorised member of the Management Team before admission.
Applicants whose applications are unsuccessful will be informed accordingly and may, where appropriate, be advised on alternative programmes.
Applicants who do not fully satisfy the standard admission requirements may still be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Where appropriate, the Principal / Head of Department (Academic) may conduct an interview to determine whether the applicant is suitable for the course and is likely to benefit from the programme.
Applicants who disclose a disability or special learning need are encouraged to inform Beacon during the application process.
Beacon will discuss the applicant’s support requirements before the commencement of studies to determine whether reasonable adjustments can be provided. Examples may include additional assessment time, alternative assessment arrangements or assistive learning support, where appropriate.
Applicants with relevant prior learning or qualifications may apply for unit exemption in accordance with Beacon’s policies.
For programmes awarded by External Academic Partners, exemption requests will be assessed in accordance with the policies of the respective partner institution and Beacon, where applicable.
Applicants who do not satisfy the English language requirement for admission to a programme conducted in English may be required to sit for Beacon’s English Placement Test.
Applicants who do not attain the required level will be required to attend English language enrichment as determined by Beacon before progressing to their intended course.
Acceptance of Offer
Successful applicants will receive a Letter of Offer and Letter of Acceptance.
Applicants who wish to accept the offer are required to sign and return the Letter of Acceptance to Beacon.
For international applicants requiring a Student’s Pass, Beacon will process the Student’s Pass application through ICA’s SOLAR+ system after the required application documents have been received.
Upon approval of the Student’s Pass application, Beacon will notify the applicant and/or the Recruitment Agent (RA), where applicable. The Advisory Note, Student Contract and Fee Payable will be issued in accordance with Beacon’s admission procedures. Before signing the Student Contract, applicants will be given sufficient explanation of the contractual terms and conditions. The In-Principle Approval (IPA) Letter will be issued after the required course fees have been paid to Beacon.
If a Student’s Pass application is unsuccessful, Beacon will notify the applicant and may assist with the submission of an appeal, where appropriate.
All course fees collected by Beacon are protected under the Fee Protection Scheme (FPS) in accordance with the applicable FPS arrangements.
Orientation and Enrolment
Upon reporting to Beacon, students will complete the enrolment and orientation process.
During orientation, students will be introduced to the Student Handbook and briefed on important information, including the Student Contract, Fee Protection Scheme (FPS), Medical Insurance, refund policy, transfer, deferment and withdrawal procedures, attendance requirements, academic regulations, award criteria and student support services.
Where applicable, students admitted with conditional offers will also be assisted in fulfilling any outstanding admission conditions.
International students will also receive assistance with the required medical examination, ICA formalities and Student’s Pass collection.
Students enrolled in programmes offered by External Academic Partners will also complete the registration and matriculation requirements of the respective partner institution, where applicable.
Late Joining of Classes
Students who join an intake after classes have commenced may be permitted to join an ongoing class, subject to approval by the College.
Students joining within two weeks of course commencement are required to sign the “Joining an On-going Class” Form and obtain approval from a member of the Management Team.
Requests to join more than two weeks after course commencement may be considered on a case-by-case basis and require additional approval from the Principal / Head of Department (Academic).
