Preparatory Course (MWM)
All students enrolled in the MWM Programme are required to attend a non-credit bearing preparatory bootcamp on Wealth Management. Please refer to the timetable below.
Attendance is compulsory.
| Session | Date | Time | Venue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prep 1 | 20-Jul-26 | Mon | 6pm to 9pm | Zoom |
| Prep 2 | 21-Jul-26 | Tue | 6pm to 9pm | Zoom |
| Prep 3 | 23-Jul-26 | Thurs | 6pm to 9pm | Zoom |
| Prep 4 | 24-Jul-26 | Fri | 6pm to 9pm | Zoom |
Preparatory Course (MQF)
All students enrolled in the MQF Programme are required to attend a non-credit-bearing workshop on Introduction to Financial Engineering. Please refer to the timetable below.
Attendance is compulsory.
| Section | Session | Date | Time | Venue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G1 | 1 | 3-Aug-26 | Mon | 7pm to 10.45pm | Zoom |
| 2 | 12-Aug-26 | Wed | 12pm to 3.45pm | Zoom | |
| 3 | 17-Aug-26 | Mon | 11am to 2.45pm | Zoom | |
| 4 | 19-Aug-26 | Wed | 12pm to 3.45pm | Zoom | |
| Section | Session | Date | Time | Venue | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G2 | 1 | 4-Aug-26 | Tue | 7pm to 10.45pm | Zoom |
| 2 | 7-Aug-26 | Fri | 7pm to 10.45pm | Zoom | |
| 3 | 11-Aug-26 | Tue | 7pm to 10.45pm | Zoom | |
| 4 | 14-Aug-26 | Fri | 7pm to 10.45pm | Zoom | |
Preparatory Course (MAF/GMF)
We have arranged an online Economic Analysis Preparatory course for everyone. Please refer to the timetable in the table below. There will be in-video quiz questions and online MCQ quizzes. The marks from these components will count towards the Economic Analysis part of the core course FNCE6052 Quantitative Methods & Economic Analysis.
| Section | Session | Date | Time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G1 | 1 | 13-Aug-24 | Tue | 12pm to 3.15pm |
| 2 | 20-Aug-24 | Tue | 12pm to 3.15pm | |
| G2 | 1 | 13-Aug-24 | Tue | 7pm to 10.15pm |
| 2 | 20-Aug-24 | Tue | 7pm to 10.15pm | |
| G3 | 1 | 15-Aug-24 | Thu | 7pm to 10.15pm |
| 2 | 22-Aug-24 | Thu | 7pm to 10.15pm | |
Non-Credit-Bearing Courses
In addition to the core and elective courses, we have arranged the following non-credit-bearing courses/workshops for you in November Term (Term 1A):
- Professional Ethics and Corporate Governance
- Introduction to Data Science for Finance (with Python) workshop
Attendance is compulsory for the Professional Ethics and Corporate Governance course. There will be an online quiz at the end of the course, and passing the quiz is required.
The Introduction to Data Science for Finance (with Python) workshop requires registration on a first come, first served basis. More details will be provided to you closer to the November term.
Completion of Formalities (COF) for Student Pass
The COF will be conducted at SMU by the Singapore ICA officers. Do note that the COF exercise has to be done in person on campus.
Before the COF at SMU
Please ensure that you have uploaded the COF documents and paid the relevant fees on the ICA portal:
- Issuance fee (SGD 60)
- Multiple Journey Visa fee (SGD 30)
STP-In-Principle Approval (STP-IPA) holders need to be vaccinated against COVID-19 before completing the formalities for the pass issuance unless they are medically exempted and certified by a Singapore doctor.
All foreign students will need to submit the ICA arrival card. For more information, please refer to the ICA website.
The Electronic Visit Pass (ePass) will only be issued upon the student's arrival in Singapore. Please ensure that you have a valid VISA to remain in Singapore at all times.
If your VISA is expiring before the collection of the digital student pass (STP), please apply for an extension of your Visit Pass here.
As ICA will be issuing digital STP, you will need a working Singapore mobile number that can receive SMS OTP (One-time-password via SMS) when you report for COF. Please ensure that you purchase and activate a local SIM card upon arrival in Singapore. You can write your Singapore mobile number legibly on the first page of the IPA letter.
Day of the COF
Remember to bring the following documents/items in this SPECIFIC order:
- A recent passport-sized photograph (35mm wide by 45mm high)
Note: On-site instant photo service will be available at S$13 for 4 photos (this is subject to change). Only cash payment is accepted. You are strongly encouraged to have your photo ready before the day of the COF to avoid long queues. The photograph must be:
- taken within the last 3 months;
- in color and must be taken against a white background with a matt or semi-matt finish;
- full face and without headgear (any headgear worn for religious or racial customs is acceptable but must not hide the facial features)
- Original Passport;
- Printout of the Electronic Visit Pass (Note: Look out for ICA’s email with the subject header: Notification of Electronic Visit Pass);
- In-Principle Approval (IPA) Letter;
- Proof of payment for Issuance and/or Multiple-Entry Visa fees;
- Proof of exemption from Covid-vaccination if any.
- A working Singapore mobile number.
You must report in person to complete the formalities. As ICA will be enrolling applicants’ iris images, you should not wear colored, patterned, or cosmetic contact lenses on the day of the COF.
Pre-Completion of Formalities (Pre-COF)
Completion of medical examination report
The medical examination can be done in the student's home country if he/she has never resided in Singapore on any long-term immigration passes previously. However, it must be done on the prescribed medical report form and submitted with the relevant laboratory reports. An official translation of the laboratory reports is required if they are not in English.
Students who have been residing in Singapore on any other long-term immigration passes currently are required to undergo the medical examination in Singapore, if the medical examination was done more than 2 years ago.
At the time of submission, the laboratory reports must not be more than 3 months from the date of issue. Students who fail to fulfil the medical requirements will not be issued a Student's Pass.
Kindly complete the medical examination report and upload it to the ICA Portal. A few important things to note for the completion of the medical examination report:
- Information (as indicated in the passport) is accurately reflected in the medical examination and relevant laboratory reports.
- The clinic’s stamp must be affixed to the medical examination report.
- The examining doctor’s name and the date of the medical examination are clearly stated.
- Upload both the laboratory report for HIV and the X-ray report along with the completed medical examination report.
- If the medical report is in a foreign language, provide an official English translation.
Guide
You may refer to the Pre-Completion of Formalities (COF) Process guide for more information.
Student Pass (STP) Application
All foreigners, other than holders of valid Long-Term Visit Passes, Dependant's Passes, and Immigration Exemption Order holders, are required to apply for a Student's Pass if he/she wishes to pursue full-time studies in an Institute of Higher Learning (IHL).
To apply for a Student's Pass, a foreign student must first be accepted and offered a place as a full-time matriculated or registered student in an IHL in Singapore.
Students must submit the eForm 16 through the Student's Pass On-Line Application & Registration (SOLAR) system.
Prior to completing the eForm 16, ensure that your details are accurate.
1. Ensure that the “Student Name” matches your passport. Do not include commas (,).
2. Before proceeding with the application submission in SOLAR, please ensure that the details below are correct.
- Name
- Date of birth
- Gender
- Nationality
- Course programme
SOLAR Log-in
Head to the SOLAR Website, and log in using the following details:
- SOLAR application no.
- Name
- Nationality
- Date of Birth
- Sex
Guide
Students may refer to the SOLAR Initial Submission Process guide on how to complete the eForm 16.
Ensure that your email address is accurate in the STP eForms to receive email notifications.
Please check the ICA eService regularly for any clarifications or documents requested by ICA. Students may be required to upload any requested document(s) into the ICA e-service within 14 days of notification.
Payment
Your student pass application will be processed after the processing fee (SGD 45) has been made.
Student’s Pass application typically takes 10 - 14 working days (excluding the date of submission) to process and is subject to approval by ICA.
Successful applicants will be issued with an in-principle approval (IPA) letter by ICA.
For applicants who require a visa to enter Singapore, a visa will be incorporated in the IPA letter. Students need not apply for a separate visa and may enter Singapore by producing the IPA letter at the checkpoints.
After the Student Pass Application is approved, you can download a copy of the IPA letter from the SOLAR Website.
Verification of Academic Documents (Compulsory)
As part of the matriculation requirements, all students must complete the verification of their bachelor's degree certificate(s) during their first term of study. Instructions for the verification process will be sent to your SMU email account after the commencement of the academic term.
For more information, please refer to the link below:
Living in Singapore
Accommodation
For accommodation options in Singapore, please refer to the Accommodation Info.
Travelling around Singapore
Mass-Rapid Transit (MRT)
The easiest & fastest way to get around the island is by MRT. Fares range from $1 - $2.50 (stored value cards), and $1.50 - $3 (standard one-way tickets). EZ-Link Cards are stored value cards and can be purchased at any Ticket Office located at all train stations.
You can also now use your foreign bank-issued MasterCard® and Visa® contactless bank cards for the payment of public transport fares in Singapore. Please refer to TransitLink’s SimplyGo website for more information.
| Train Line | Station Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Circle Line | Bras Basah | Take Exit B, 3 mins walk to LKCSB |
| East-West Line North-South Line |
City Hall | Take Exit B, 5 mins walk to LKCSB |
| Downtown Line | Bencoolen | Take Exit C, 7 mins walk to LKCSB |
Public Buses
Another common way of commuting is by public bus. Do note that there are a few options, ranging from Express, Normal & Night Services. Fares are charged according to the distance travelled.
Corporate Sponsorship
If you are sponsored by your organisation and the arrangement is to bill the organisation directly, please complete the Corporate Sponsorship Form. Please indicate on the form, should your sponsorship disbursement terms vary from our billing schedule.
For fully sponsored students, you need not make payment for the Advance Tuition Fee if billing is directed to the organisation. The Advance Tuition Fee will be included in the 1st billing amount, which is due at the start of the programme.
To formalise your online acceptance, students will need to complete the Registration Fee payment.
