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Diploma in Applied Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
Objectives:
The programme aims to:
• Develop foundational and applied knowledge in artificial intelligence and data science
• Equip learners with practical skills in data analysis, visualisation, and AI tool utilisation
• Enhance the ability to design and implement AI-driven solutions for business productivity and
decision-making
• Promote ethical awareness, including data privacy, bias mitigation, and compliance with the
Copyright Act 2021
• Strengthen critical thinking and problem-solving skills in AI-enabled environments
• Prepare learners to adapt to evolving technological trends and foster continuous professional
development
Course Outline:
There are 8 modules in total:
– Foundations of AI and the Modern Workplace；
– Copyright Law for AI and Data Science；
– Data Literacy and Personal Data Management；
– Practical Data Science & Visualization；
– AI for Productivity and Workflow Automation；
– Ethical AI, Bias, and Security；
– Multimedia AI – Images, Video, and Presentation；
– Future Proofing – Human AI Collaboration.
Course duration：
This course consists of 8 modules. All modules will be completed within 8 months.
Full time: There will be 5 days x 3 hours each week
Schedule of the classes will be planned to suit the course’s needs.
There will be no classes conducted during public holidays and school holidays.
Teacher Students Ratio 1: <22
Minimum Entry Requirement:
Age: 17 years old
Language
Students must meet ONE of the following criteria:
1. Completed English language at secondary 4 educational level with Grade C6 or better in English GCE
O Level; or Singapore-Cambridge GCE O Level or IELTS 5.5 (or equivalent); or
2. Completed 10 years of education with a pass in Secondary 4 Level or Grade 10 English; or.
3. Internal English Assessment: A score of 50% or higher on the Nanyang Asia College English Placement
Test; or
4. Score at least 60 in the English section of the National College Entrance Examination; or
5. Attain a minimum score of 350 in the College English Test Band 4 (CET-4).
Academic:
Generally, applicants must have completed one of the following (or an equivalent qualification):
Applicants must provide proof of completion of secondary education. The following are recognized
equivalents to the Singapore Secondary 4 requirement:
1. A pass in the Singapore-Cambridge GCE O-Level examination with at least ANY three (3) passes at
C grade:
2. Secondary 4 qualification with a pass at C grade, or an equivalent secondary-level qualification with
a pass at C grade from other recognised high school education systems
Assessment Methods and Weightages:
- MCQ & Written Examination: A three-hour examination comprising 50% of the marks for the module.
- Assignment: Report or Presentation comprising 40% of the marks for the module.
- Attendance and Participation: 10%.
Course Completion & Certification:
Upon completion of the 8 modules, those who fulfilled the required attendance and pass all the assessments will be awarded a Diploma in Business Management certificate by Nanyang Asia College.
Attendance must not less than 75%（part-time) or 90%（full-time) and not absent without valid reason for more than 7 consecutive days.
Course Fee
| Course |
Course Time (Months) |
Course Fee (S$) | FPS Insurance Processing & Administration Fee（S$） | Application Fee（S$） |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Part-Time | – | – | – | – |
| Full-Time | 8 | 7000 | 163.5 | 163.5 |
Please note that all figures are inclusive of 9% Goods and Services Tax (GST).
MISCELLANEOUS FEES
For All Students
| Purpose of Fee | Amount (subject to GST, at 9%) |
|---|---|
| Late Payment Fee | 50/month (Upon payment received after fee due date) |
| Exam Appeal Fee | 50 (Upon request by student) |
| Resit/Supplementary Exam Admin Fee | 100 per module |
| Re-module Fee | 1000 per module |
For Student’s Pass Holders
| Other Fees | Amount (subject to GST, at 9%) |
|---|---|
| Merchant Fee (China Union 银联) | 1.8% of Course Fee (Upon payment is made by China Union Card) |
| Medical Check-Up Fee | 38.5-60 (Upon medical check-up is performed, fee is paid directly to clinic) |
| ICA Processing Fee, Student’s Pass Insurance Fee and Multiple-Entry Visa Fee | 105-135 (Upon fee is required by ICA) |
Miscellaneous Fees refer to any non-compulsory fees which the students pay only when applicable. Such fees are normally collected by the PEI when the need arises
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Miscellaneous fees are indicated in the student contract.
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NYAC does not accept payment in foreign currency.
Modes of Payment:
1. Digital & Cash Payments We accept the following payment methods:
* Cash
* Apple Pay / Google Pay
* PayNow / GrabPay / Alipay / WeChat Pay
2. Bank Instruments
For payments via cheque, bank draft, or telegraphic transfer, please make them payable to:
* Bank Account Name: Nanyang Asia College Pte Ltd
* Name of Bank: United Overseas Bank Limited Co.
* Account Registration Address: 148 Upper Bukit Timah Road #01-01 UOB Centre
* Branch Code: 159
* Swift Code: UOVBSGSG
* Bank Code: 7375
* Bank Account No.: 347-303-088-6
