INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Singapore is one of the most ethnically and culturally diverse countries in the world. International students are welcome at 3dsense. We have had students from the United States of America, Canada, Europe, Australia, Africa, and all across Asia.
LIVING IN SINGAPORE
DIGITAL CONNECTIVITY
Singapore’s policies ensure widespread access to secure digital technologies. As of 2019, 98% of households have internet access, and public Wi-Fi is available through IMDA's Wireless@SG, making Singapore one of the most connected countries globally.
STUDENT’S PASS
Every international student is required hold a valid Student's Pass, which is issued by the Singapore Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA). The school will apply for the Student's Pass on behalf of every international student who has been accepted to our program.
ECONOMY AND CULTURE
Singapore is a multicultural nation comprising four major ethnic groups: Chinese, Malays, Indians, and Eurasians, with English as the main language. Despite its small size, Singapore is an economic powerhouse with a stable government, attracting expatriates from around the world.
TRUSTED EDUCATION SYSTEM
The EduTrust Certification Scheme is a quality assurance program for Private Education Institutions in Singapore, signifying confidence in their corporate governance, administration, academic processes, student protection, and financial viability.
LIVING EXPENSES
ACCOMODATION
There is a wide variety of accommodation types in Singapore to suit different budgets and needs, such as private student hostel and private apartments or condominiums.
3dsense Media School is located in the city centre, a minute's walk from Clarke Quay MRT subway station. It is easily accessible by train and bus services.
See some of our student hostel recommendations below.
Note: Student hostels offer rooms ranging from single to two and four-bedded rooms with facilities such as WIFI, internet rooms, cleaning services, common lounge areas and laundromats. The following hostels are located in the city and very accessible to campus within a 5 to 15 minute journey.
EVO HOUSE SERVICES
Evo House offers quality apartments for students looking to find housing. They have several locations islandwide depending on availability.
CAMPUS BY THE ASSEMBLY PLACE
Stay in comfort and style at Campus by TAP, a modern student hostel in Singapore with fully furnished rooms, vibrant communal spaces, and convenient access to public transport and nearby amenities.
MORE INFONOVENA HALL INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS’ HOSTEL
Located near the Orchard Road shopping district, this hostel is within a 10-15 minute journey to campus by bus or train. Nearest subway (MRT) station: Novena.
MORE INFOPRIVATE APARTMENTS
Want more privacy and have a bigger budget to spare? You may try to rent a room in a privately-owned apartment, condominium or Housing Development Board (HDB) apartment. To do so, you may use online classified portals (refer to the list below or try googling "singapore apartment rental") or get in touch with real estate agents who can advise you and help arrange visits to apartments. Agents typically charge a fee for their services so be sure to check with them beforehand.
Some of the popular residential areas that you may consider include Novena/Balestier, Toa Payoh, Kallang, Tiong Bahru, Queenstown. Note that rental costs are usually lower in areas away from the city centre.
ONLINE RENTAL SEARCH
Note: This list is not exhaustive.
- AirBnB Singapore
(Readme: important legal note about AirBnB in Singapore)
- Rent in Singapore
- 99.co in Singapore
- Cove in Singapore
OTHER SHORT-TERM OPTIONS
If you have a tight budget and have not found any suitable accommodation before your arrival into Singapore, you can stay in temporary accommodations while you continue your search.
You may consider the following option(s) in such circumstances:
