The UK’s tradition of education dates back hundreds of years and is one that is constantly evolving to the point of being offered in the form of Transnational Education (TNE). TNE is studying for an international qualification such as UK qualifications partly or entirely in your home country or another.

UK qualifications are both recognised and respected throughout the world and by studying for a UK qualification you will be building a solid foundation for your future. UK qualifications develop your potential and their quality standards are among the best in the world. A UK TNE programme in Singapore has the advantage of being monitored by both the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) in the UK and the Singapore Quality Class (SQC).

Many of the world’s outstanding scientists, engineers, artists, writers, thinkers, politicians and business people have benefited from a UK education, including Bill Clinton, former President of the USA; Thabo Mbeki, President of South Africa; Desmond Tutu, Archbishop and human rights campaigner; Rifat Ozbek, fashion designer; Wole Soyinka, Nobel prize-winning author; Stelios Haji-Iaonnu, founder of the easyGroup of businesses and Imran Khan, cricket legend and politician.

UK qualifications are recognised and valued all over the world for their unrivalled academic quality. You couldn’t have a better start.

The academic qualifications awarded by UK colleges or universities participating in TNE programmes will give you an edge when you're competing for a job or a place on a postgraduate course. It will prove to employers that you're capable of independent thought and self-discipline, used to conducting and analysing your own research and will let them know that you can make a real contribution to their company or organisation. If you've got your sights set on academia for a while yet, the research skills you'll gain provide the perfect introduction to future postgraduate study.

UK qualifications let employers know at a glance that you've got the skills they're looking for, putting you on the right track for a great job and a great salary. A UK qualification will let employers know that you're capable of thinking independently, able to undertake research and analysis and that you're prepared to work hard.

In UK education, you’ll be valued for who you are and encouraged to combine academic excellence with independent thinking.  The UK’s approach to teaching has evolved over many hundreds of years and aims to encourage independent thinkers and to develop confident people.

Students studying for UK qualifications in TNE programmes are encouraged to take responsibility for their own studies, whilst having a great network of support from tutors and lecturers. You will find yourself working on projects with other students, being assessed through practical demonstrations or spending time in college libraries in preparation for essays and exams. Some courses will combine practical skills with a sound academic foundation, whilst other courses are based a thorough theoretical understanding of the subject area.  The variety of courses available enables you to choose a course that gives you the opportunity to learn in the best conducive manner possible.

UK qualifications are not only available in the UK but also all over the world through TNE programmes. There’s such a variety in both courses available, teaching styles and course delivery options that there’s something to suit everyone, whilst knowing you can rely on its quality.

The extensive range of UK qualifications on offer gives you a huge amount of flexibility in terms of the route you could choose to gain your qualification. You can enrol on a twinning course, credit transfer programme or full time study amongst others. You have the option to complete your UK qualification either in the UK or Singapore.

You have the choice to pursue a range of programmes starting from pre university courses such as A-levels, Higher National Diplomas, undergraduate, postgraduate and professional qualifications. The flexibility of the programmes allows you to transfer to a wide range of universities subject admission criteria being met.  Whatever, wherever and however you choose to study the choice is up to you!

TNE programmes attract students from all over the world and you benefit from studying in a multiracial environment that is culturally rich and diverse. You’ll be mixing with people of all nationalities and will gain from being a part of borderless education. The international and cultural societies will also give you the chance to meet people from all over the world, gaining an insight into other customs and cultures and whose different backgrounds and new perspectives will all add to your experience.

You’ll be putting your English language skills into practice every day, not only when you are studying, through writing and taking part in course seminars, discussions and presentations, but also through your social activities.

You can benefit from high-value presentations/seminars conducted by the local institution where you’ll be studying for your UK education which could provide you with helpful information and insight into your knowledge in the field of your study as well.

However you look at it – in terms of education, career or personal development – a UK education offers exceptional value. It’s an investment not just for a few years, but for the whole of your life.

UK TNE programmes offers you the sort of experience that you won’t find anywhere else: you'll learn to think for yourself and to make your own decisions. Of course, it's not just about the lectures and practicals which you'll attend; you’ll also gain an invaluable understanding of the rich international experience afforded by a TNE programme. And that’s before you even start to take into account the value of the experience you’ll gain from studying in the modern, progressive and multicultural environment while enjoying the creature comforts of home. It's a unique experience that you can't put a price on.