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Top Universities in Singapore for International Students 

By Geetika Arora 

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Singapore's rapid development and multicultural heritage make it an ideal destination for international students, offering high-quality education and strong industry links. 

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Singapore excels in business, technology, and sciences, ranked second-best for living and working by HSBC, with high standard of living and top-notch facilities. 

Is Singapore Good for International Students? 

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Reasonable course fees, part-time work allowed for international students (16 hours/week during terms, unlimited hours during breaks), except for exchange students. 

Study Costs and Part-time Work 

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After graduation, international students receive a 90-day Short-Term Visit Pass. Graduates can apply for a one-year Long-term Social Visit Pass (LTVP) or other work passes like Employment Pass, S Pass, and EntrePass. 

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Post-Graduation Opportunities 

NUS, Singapore's top university, excels for international students. 40,000+ students from 100+ countries. Strong focus on research, entrepreneurship, and global collaborations. 

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National University of Singapore (NUS) 

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NTU Singapore, a top-ranked young university since 2015, offers diverse subjects with 19 in the global top 50. Its scenic campus features GreenMark-certified buildings, gardens, and museums. 

Nanyang Technological University (NTU)

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SUTD, an autonomous university in collaboration with MIT, offers a multi-disciplinary curriculum in design and technology. It fosters industry collaborations being located near Changi Business Park. 

Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) 

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NUS Business School, part of National University of Singapore, ranks among Asia's best. It offers global exchange programs and double degree options with global partner universities. 

NUS Business School 

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MDIS, the oldest lifelong learning institute, provides internationally accredited courses across disciplines. It offers scholarships and supports charitable initiatives, and aids the community.

Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS) 

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Singapore offers a unique higher education experience for international students with quality education, research opportunities, and post-graduation opportunities for employment and further studies. 

Recap 

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