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Compare five verified computing options at SP and NP.

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Applied AI & Analytics

Singapore Polytechnic · S30 · AI & data

5–8 · 2026 JAEHistorical net ELR2B2-C · 3 years from O-Levels

Build data pipelines, analyse data and develop AI models. The curriculum also includes web development.

Modules, entry requirements & related courses
Selected modules
Programming for Data Analytics · Data Engineering · Deep Learning · Generative AI
Project / applied work
AI/data projects combine data preparation, modelling and evaluation. Year 3 lists project and internship pathways, including 22- and 44-week internships.
Minimum O-Level subject grades
English D7 or better; Elementary or Additional Mathematics C6 or better; one subject from the second relevant group for ELR2B2-C at C6 or better.
Entry conditions — 2026 reference
2026 JAE: net ELR2B2-C of 26 or better, plus subject minima. SP specifies grades from no more than two sittings. Recheck the rules for the actual admission year.

Selected modules are examples, not the complete curriculum. Course structure can change.

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Source: Singapore Polytechnic — Diploma in Applied AI & Analytics · 2026 · Verified 2026-09-10

Computer Science

Singapore Polytechnic · S69 · Software

4–15 · 2026 JAEHistorical net ELR2B2-C · 3 years from O-Levels

Develop software applications, databases and secure code. Specialist electives cover AI, cloud/security or user experience.

Modules, entry requirements & related courses
Selected modules
Database Systems · Secure Coding · Software Engineering Practice
Project / applied work
Build and test applications in teams. Published year-three pathways include industry projects and 22- or 44-week internships.
Minimum O-Level subject grades
English D7 or better; Elementary or Additional Mathematics C6 or better; one subject from the second relevant group for ELR2B2-C at C6 or better.
Entry conditions — 2026 reference
2026 JAE: net ELR2B2-C of 26 or better, plus subject minima. SP specifies grades from no more than two sittings. Recheck the rules for the actual admission year.

Selected modules are examples, not the complete curriculum. Course structure can change.

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Source: SP — Computer Science · 2026 · Verified 2026-09-10

Cybersecurity & Digital Forensics

Singapore Polytechnic · S54 · Cybersecurity

5–11 · 2026 JAEHistorical net ELR2B2-C · 3 years from O-Levels

Secure computing systems and investigate digital evidence, with computing and networking foundations.

Modules, entry requirements & related courses
Selected modules
Digital Forensics and Investigation · Infocomm Security · Network Fundamentals
Project / applied work
Acquire and analyse digital evidence, work on security projects and complete an industry pathway. Internship options include 22 or 44 weeks.
Minimum O-Level subject grades
English D7 or better; Elementary or Additional Mathematics C6 or better; one subject from the second relevant group for ELR2B2-C at C6 or better.
Entry conditions — 2026 reference
2026 JAE: net ELR2B2-C of 26 or better, plus subject minima. SP specifies grades from no more than two sittings. Recheck the rules for the actual admission year.

Selected modules are examples, not the complete curriculum. Course structure can change.

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Source: SP — Cybersecurity & Digital Forensics · 2026 · Verified 2026-09-10

Common ICT Programme

Singapore Polytechnic · S32 · Explore computing

5–17 · 2026 JAEHistorical net ELR2B2-C · 3 years from O-Levels including the common semester and subsequent diploma

Start with shared computing foundations; choose AI & Analytics, Computer Science or Cybersecurity & Digital Forensics after semester one.

Modules, entry requirements & related courses
Selected modules
Programming Methodology · Mathematics · Computer Organisation
Project / applied work
A first semester of shared computing study before a diploma choice. Check allocation conditions; entry is not a guarantee of the preferred diploma.
Minimum O-Level subject grades
English D7 or better; Elementary or Additional Mathematics C6 or better; one subject from the second relevant group for ELR2B2-C at C6 or better.
Entry conditions — 2026 reference
2026 JAE: net ELR2B2-C of 26 or better, plus subject minima. SP specifies grades from no more than two sittings. Recheck the rules for the actual admission year.

Selected modules are examples, not the complete curriculum. Course structure can change.

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Source: SP — Common ICT Programme · 2026 · Verified 2026-09-10

Applied AI & Analytics

Ngee Ann Polytechnic · N81 · AI & data

3–11 · 2026 JAEHistorical net ELR2B2-C · 3 years from O-Levels

Study data and machine learning, with specialisations in Data Engineering or Generative AI.

Modules, entry requirements & related courses
Selected modules
Programming Fundamentals · Mathematics for Data Science · Machine Learning I · Data Wrangling
Project / applied work
Course work includes a capstone and internship/project study. Compare the specialisation modules with SP, rather than assuming matching names mean matching curricula.
Minimum O-Level subject grades
English D7 or better; Elementary or Additional Mathematics C6 or better; one subject from the second relevant group for ELR2B2-C at C6 or better.
Entry conditions — 2026 reference
2026 JAE: net ELR2B2-C of 26 or better, plus subject minima. NP notes that severe vision deficiency may make course requirements difficult to meet. Recheck the rules for the actual admission year.

Selected modules are examples, not the complete curriculum. Course structure can change.

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Source: Ngee Ann Polytechnic — Applied AI & Analytics · 2026 · Verified 2026-09-10

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Selected polytechnic courses compared by attribute
AttributeSP Applied AINP Applied AI
Polytechnic / codeSingapore Polytechnic · S30Ngee Ann Polytechnic · N81
Historical net range5–8 · 2026 JAE3–11 · 2026 JAE
Aggregate typenet ELR2B2-Cnet ELR2B2-C
Duration from O-Levels3 years from O-Levels3 years from O-Levels
What you studyBuild data pipelines, analyse data and develop AI models. The curriculum also includes web development.Study data and machine learning, with specialisations in Data Engineering or Generative AI.
Selected modulesProgramming for Data Analytics · Data Engineering · Deep Learning · Generative AIProgramming Fundamentals · Mathematics for Data Science · Machine Learning I · Data Wrangling
Project / applied workAI/data projects combine data preparation, modelling and evaluation. Year 3 lists project and internship pathways, including 22- and 44-week internships.Course work includes a capstone and internship/project study. Compare the specialisation modules with SP, rather than assuming matching names mean matching curricula.
Minimum subject gradesEnglish D7 or better; Elementary or Additional Mathematics C6 or better; one subject from the second relevant group for ELR2B2-C at C6 or better.English D7 or better; Elementary or Additional Mathematics C6 or better; one subject from the second relevant group for ELR2B2-C at C6 or better.
Entry conditions2026 JAE: net ELR2B2-C of 26 or better, plus subject minima. SP specifies grades from no more than two sittings.2026 JAE: net ELR2B2-C of 26 or better, plus subject minima. NP notes that severe vision deficiency may make course requirements difficult to meet.
Related optionsNP Applied AI · SP Computer Science · SP Common ICTSP Applied AI · SP Computer Science

Related options are Mentora’s comparison suggestions based on curriculum overlap or a common entry route. They are not equivalent qualifications or guaranteed transfers.

Separate minimum eligibility from historical ranges

For the 2026 JAE polytechnic route, MOE lists a net ELR2B2 limit of 26, except Nursing at 28, alongside course-specific minimum requirements. Relevant-subject groups differ by aggregate type. These are 2026 rules, not a prediction of 2027 or 2028 rules.

Use a historical range only with its year and aggregate type. The prior intake’s lowest and highest net scores do not guarantee the next intake’s posting result.

More about 2026 / 2027 / 2028+ rules

Admission year is the year of entry, not the examination. Verified 2026-09-09.

2026 admission · 2025 O-Levels

This JAE has ended. Any 2026 score ranges shown are historical reference only, not a future admission guarantee.

2027 admission · 2026 O-Levels

MOE says 2027 JAE details will be updated by October 2026. Check the new publication before applying; this guide does not assume its dates or requirements.

2028 onward · SEC cohort

MOE has announced PSE from 2028, following the first SEC examination in 2027. Use the rules for your admission year; do not carry older JAE calculations forward.

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Verification dates & source years

Singapore Polytechnic — Diploma in Applied AI & Analytics: 2026 · verified 2026-09-10

MOE — Polytechnic admission and courses (2026 JAE): 2026 · verified 2026-09-09

SP — Computer Science: 2026 · verified 2026-09-10

SP — Cybersecurity & Digital Forensics: 2026 · verified 2026-09-10

SP — Common ICT Programme: 2026 · verified 2026-09-10

Ngee Ann Polytechnic — Applied AI & Analytics: 2026 · verified 2026-09-10

NP — ELR2B2 ranges and intake, 2026 JAE: 2026 · verified 2026-09-10

MOE — Post-secondary institutions and pathways: 2025 · verified 2026-09-09

Singapore Polytechnic — School of Computing: undated · verified 2026-09-09

MOE — Joint Admissions Exercise: 2026 · verified 2026-09-09

MOE — New Post-Secondary Admissions Exercise in 2028: 2026 · verified 2026-09-09

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