Life at RP Republic Polytechnic
- Dave ZhengSingapore
- Republic Polytechnic, Singapore
- Diploma in Business Applications
- Vocational Study (Certificates and Diplomas)
- 2011
Life in Republic Polytechnic has been much better than my initial expectations of what my experience here would be. This is especially true of my peers, of whom a few have grown to be some of the best friends I have ever had. The school’s general atmosphere lacks the intense and morbidly stressful atmosphere that some of my friends from other schools tell me about; which for me is reassurance that I made the right choice choosing to come to RP, since I don’t deal with immense stress really well. Even the facilitators at times act like friends more than teachers, creating a rather warm and vibrant environment.
Admission was far from difficult, at least for me as I was one of the innumerable many who sat for the GCE ‘O’ Levels and managed to obtain results that were good enough to earn me admission into the school. The registration process itself was relatively simple. There were several stations to guide us through the different steps of the registration; each with helpers who were adept in providing us with thorough support should we encounter difficulty or had queries. My only (and really minor) fuss was with the time spent. Indubitably necessary, I feel that it could have been a little faster. It took me about three hours to finalise registration details and the configuration of my laptop to RP’s domain.
I’m actually absolutely neutral in regards to funding and scholarship. Sad to say, I’ve not performed well enough to receive or apply for scholarships from the school. Having said that, there are several scholarships with their own sets of criteria for eligibility that cater to those in need or have proven themselves worthy. Most of the scholarships provide basic cover of tuition fees and allowance, although they do have their varying components which make them unique. More information can be found on the school’s website.
The polytechnic’s unique PBL system uses problems as triggers for learning, a system entirely different from the other polytechnic institutions. While other schools may practice an aspect or two of PBL, RP takes it a new level by having it wholly encompass their education principles. I am glad to say that from day one, the PBL journey has been mostly fun and enriching. Daily problems allow you to find different ways to study and learn – and for me, it was definitely more enjoyable than the traditional chalk-and-whiteboard set-up.
Life in RP is hardly boring if you are able to make friends with people. Considering that just about every assignment you complete is done with a group of people there are umpteen opportunities for you to find a social circle with people you can identify and be comfortable with. Similarly, the food courts and cafes in the school ensure that you don’t get sick and tired of eating the same old meal every single day. There is a gymnasium and swimming pool as well as a recreational room open for student use thus making life in RP more interesting than what you might expect. Moreover, there are interest groups that one can join to further expand your hobbies.
Well, judging from what I have heard from seniors and some facilitators, the job prospects varies for different people, depending of course, on how well you perform during your three years in Republic Polytechnic. Granted that you do manage to obtain results that give you that competitive edge in yours respective industry, I believe you should have no problems finding a job. I have heard stories of seniors being able to get jobs that they are content with upon graduation and seeing as how our facilitators have connections with the various industries, who is to say they might not be able to help you get a job in the field as well?
तिमीले स्थाननिर्धारित गर्नुपर्छमा Singapore.
विस्तृत रूपमा Republic Polytechnic को स्थान हेर्नको लागि नक्सामा क्लिक गर्नुहो्स् ।
यदि हाल तपाई अध्ययनरत हुनुहुन्छ भने वा यदि तपाईले अध्ययन पुरा गर्नु भएको छ भने आफ्नो अनुभव साझेदारी गरेर भविष्यका विद्यार्थीहरूलाई सहयोग गर्नुहोस् ।