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Diploma in Criminology and Psychology

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About Our Programme

For N-Level holders, please approach our programme consultants for information on the IGCSE preparatory course.

For O-Level/NITEC/Higher NITEC holders, please approach our programme consultants for information on the Kaplan Foundation Diploma programme.

Graduation & Degree Awarded

Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the programme structure will be awarded the Diploma in Criminology and Psychology from Kaplan Higher Education Academy, Singapore.

Advanced Diploma and Diploma graduates can progress to pursue Degree programmes offered by our university partners and other higher education institutions from Australia, Ireland, and the United Kingdom (relevant disciplines and/or subject to university’s requirements).

Key facts
Duration
8 months

Intake Month
April, August & December

Number Of Modules
8

Mode Of Delivery
Blended Learning

Recorded Classes
No

Assessment
A combination of assignments and examinations

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About Our Programme

For N-Level holders, please approach our programme consultants for information on the IGCSE preparatory course.

For O-Level/NITEC/Higher NITEC holders, please approach our programme consultants for information on the Kaplan Foundation Diploma programme.

Graduation & Degree Awarded

Students who successfully complete and pass the modules stipulated in the programme structure will be awarded the Diploma in Criminology and Psychology from Kaplan Higher Education Academy, Singapore.

Advanced Diploma and Diploma graduates can progress to pursue Degree programmes offered by our university partners and other higher education institutions from Australia, Ireland, and the United Kingdom (relevant disciplines and/or subject to university’s requirements).

Key facts
Duration
Possible completion in 8 months (instead of 11 months)

Intake Month
February, April, June, August, October & December

Number Of Modules
8

Mode Of Delivery
100% In-person

Recorded Classes
No

Assessment
A combination of assignments and examinations

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Intakes

There are 3 intakes per year.
Commencement

April

August

December

Please contact our programme consultant to obtain a copy of the class schedule.

Minimum Class Size

20 students

Minimum class size is subject to change and approval by Kaplan Higher Education Academy.

Class may commence with fewer students than indicated above, depending on resource availability. If there are changes to the scheduled commencement date, you will be informed at least 1 week before the scheduled date.
Intakes

There are 6 intakes per year.
Commencement

February

April

June

August

October

December

Please contact our programme consultant to obtain a copy of the class schedule.

Minimum Class Size

20 students

Minimum class size is subject to change and approval by Kaplan Higher Education Academy.

Class may commence with fewer students than indicated above, depending on resource availability. If there are changes to the scheduled commencement date, you will be informed at least 1 week before the scheduled date.

Curriculum

Core Modules

The Diploma programme consists of 8 modules. The following modules are covered in the programme:

Crime in Cultural Context
Criminal Law
Foundational Psychology
Introduction to Criminology
Justice and Social Policy
Personality and Health Psychology
Qualitative Research in Psychology
Quantitative Research in Psychology

Click here for module descriptions.

Assessment

Each module is assessed by any combination of continuous assessments, examinations, presentations, projects, or written assignments. Assessment methods may vary according to individual module requirements.

Delivery Mode

Part-time

Blended learning, which is a combination of face-to-face teaching and online learning, has been introduced to the Diploma programme to improve your learning experience.

Each Kaplan Diploma programme consists of 8 modules that may be completed in a minimum of 8 months over 4 terms. Each module is timetabled to include face-to-face contact hours and supplemented with online lessons. Materials are made available via real-time online learning and on-demand self-directed learning.

Please check with your respective programme consultant for details.

Full-time

Each Kaplan Diploma programme consists of 8 modules that may be completed in a minimum of 8 months over 4 terms.

Students are expected to be on campus for classes, self-study, and workshops.

Please check with your respective programme consultant for details.

Admission Criteria

For O-level/NITEC/Higher NITEC holders, please approach our Programme Consultants for information on the Kaplan Foundation Diploma programmes.

For N-level holders, please approach our Programme Consultants for information on the IGCSE preparatory course.
Academic Requirements

Kaplan Foundation Diploma; OR

Minimum 1 GCE A-Level pass; OR

Other private or foreign qualifications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis (based on the equivalence to the GCE A-Level); OR

Mature candidates (30 years old and above, with a minimum of 8 years of work experience)

English Language Requirements

At least C6 in GCE O-Level English or equivalent
Admission Criteria

For O-level/NITEC/Higher NITEC holders, please approach our Programme Consultants for information on the Kaplan Foundation Diploma programmes.

For N-level holders, please approach our Programme Consultants for information on the IGCSE preparatory course.
Academic Requirements

Kaplan Foundation Diploma; OR

Minimum 1 GCE A-Level pass; OR

Pre-University Certifications*; OR

Other private or foreign qualifications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis*; OR

Mature candidates (30 years old and above, with a minimum of 8 years of work experience)

*Based on the equivalence to the GCE A-Level

English Language Requirements

At least C6 in GCE O-Level English or equivalent

Fees
- Local Applicants
  
  Apply Now
  
  Part-time (Local Applicants) – Click here to apply online.
  
  Course Fee
  
  Tuition Fee
  
  The total tuition fee covers registration, lectures/tutorials/workshops, and main assessments such as assignments/tests/examinations/projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Diploma (if earned), and e-transcript.
  
  S$7,466.50 payable in 4 instalments
  Fee inclusive of 9% GST
  
  Receive a S$300 Referral Incentive when you recommend a friend to enrol in the Diploma programme*.
  
  Receive a S$300 Study Rebate*.
  
  Receive a S$600 Upgrader Rebate (only applicable if you are progressing from Foundation Diploma to Diploma programme)*.
  
  *Click here for Terms and Conditions for Rebates and Offers.
  
  Non-Refundable Application Fee
  
  S$130.80
  Fee inclusive of 9% GST
  
  Student Development Fee
  
  S$163.50*
  Fee inclusive of 9% GST
  
  *Payment for this fee will be included in the first instalment.
  
  The Student Development Fee covers the provision of a comprehensive range of initiatives aimed at enhancing the career and industry-readiness of Kaplan students, such as programmes aimed at improving interpersonal skills, technical and digital skills, as well as career advisory and job matching services. More details can be found here.
  
  Payment Options
  
  Flywire (Domestic):
  
  PayNow, Mastercard, and Visa are now available for payment via Flywire at https://payment.kaplan.com.sg.
  
  Flywire (International):
  
  For international students making overseas remittance payments through Flywire, please make payment via https://flywire-pay.kaplan.com.sg/#/ (application and programme fees only).
  
  SingPost SAM Kiosk/Mobile App/Web:
  
  For New Students
  
  New students who wish to pay their application fee or their 1st instalment of the programme fee via SAM kiosk, mobile app, or web can contact the programme consultant for assistance.
  
  Download SAM mobile app:
  Google Playstore
  Apple Appstore
  
  SAM online payment website:
  https://mysam.singpost.com/webhome
  
  Credit Card 0% Interest Instalment Payment:
  
  Payment to be made at the Payment Counter:
  
  6/12 months – DBS/POSB/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank/UOB
  
  6/12/24 months – AMEX
  
  Online Instalment Payment Plan (IPP):
  
  6/12 months – AMEX/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank
  
  Education Loan:
  
  Choose from flexible repayment schemes through the OCBC Frank Education Loan or DBS Further Study Assist.
  
  OCBC Frank Education Loan
  
  Low interest rate of 4.5% per year (EIR: 5.17% per year* with 2.5% processing fee)
  
  Loan up to 10x your monthly income
  
  Up to 8 years tenure with 3 flexible repayment options to choose from:
  1. Standard: Pay monthly instalments (Principal + Interest) once your loan is disbursed
  2. Graduated: Pay only interest while studying, and Principal + Interest after graduation
  3. Graduated Plus: Pay only interest while studying + 1 year after graduation, and pay Principal + Interest from third year onwards
  
  Terms and conditions apply, subject to bank’s approval.
  
  *Effective Interest Rate (EIR) is assumed on a 2-year course with repayment period of 8 years and Standard Repayment Method. The EIR comprises of 4.5% per year interest rate which is calculated on a monthly rest basis and 2.5% of processing fee of the approved loan amount that is applicable upon disbursement of loan.
  
  DBS Further Study Assist
  
  Pursue your academic dreams with low interest rate of 4.38% p.a. with 2.5% processing fee.
  
  Loan up to 10x of monthly or combined income with guarantor.
  
  Standard Repayment: Begin monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed.
  
  Flexible repayment options up to 10 years. You can pay back in full or partially without additional fees.
  
  Terms and conditions apply, subject to bank’s approval.
  
  For assistance, please contact your programme consultant, or click here to get in touch with the loan officers.
  
  Cheque Payment (Singapore banks only):
  
  Cheque should be made payable to “Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd”.
  
  Interbank Transfer/Telegraphic Transfer:
  
  Students can make application fee and programme fee payments via Interbank Transfer or Telegraphic Transfer.
  
  Kaplan Higher Education Academy
  Bank account details:
  Bank name: DBS Bank
  Bank address: 12 Marina Boulevard, DBS Asia Central, Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 3, Singapore 018982
  Beneficiary’s name: Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd
  Bank code: 7171
  Branch code: 001
  Account no.: 001-900452-7
  Swift code: DBSSSGSG
  
  Important Note:
  
  Please fill in the “Payment description” column with your Invoice details and Student CT number which can be found in the student contract.
  
  If you wish to make an application fee payment via this method, please contact your programme consultant to acquire your Student CT number.
  
  For new students: please sign the student contract prior to making the transfer and provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) with your CT number to your programme consultant.
  
  For existing students: please provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) to [email protected] or call 6496 5661 for assistance.
  
  Payment Counter Operating Hours:
  
  Wilkie Edge Campus and Odeon 333 Campus, Level 2:
  9am – 8pm (Mondays to Fridays)
  9am – 3pm (Saturdays)
  
  Christmas Eve and New Year Eve: 9am to 1pm
  
  (Closed on Sundays, Public Holidays, and Chinese New Year Eve)
Fees
- Local Applicants
  
  Apply Now
  
  Full-time (Local Applicants) – Click here to apply online.
  
  Course Fee
  
  Tuition Fee
  
  The total tuition fee covers registration, lectures/tutorials/workshops, and main assessments such as assignments/tests/examinations/projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Diploma (if earned), and e-transcript.
  
  S$8,011.50 payable in 4 instalments
  Fee inclusive of 9% GST
  
  Receive a S$300 referral incentive when you recommend a friend to enrol in the Diploma programme*.
  
  Receive a S$300 Study Rebate*.
  
  Receive a S$600 Upgrader Rebate (only applicable if you are progressing from Foundation Diploma to Diploma programme)*.
  
  *Click here for Terms and Conditions for Rebates and Offers.
  
  Non-Refundable Application Fee
  
  S$130.80
  Fee inclusive of 9% GST
  
  Student Development Fee
  
  S$163.50*
  Fee inclusive of 9% GST
  
  *Payment for this fee will be included in the first instalment.
  
  The Student Development Fee covers the provision of a comprehensive range of initiatives aimed at enhancing the career and industry-readiness of Kaplan students, such as programmes aimed at improving interpersonal skills, technical and digital skills, as well as career advisory and job matching services. More details can be found here.
  
  Payment Options
  
  Flywire (Domestic):
  
  PayNow, Mastercard, and Visa are now available for payment via Flywire at https://payment.kaplan.com.sg.
  
  Flywire (International):
  
  For international students making overseas remittance payments through Flywire, please make payment via https://flywire-pay.kaplan.com.sg/#/ (application and programme fees only).
  
  SingPost SAM Kiosk/Mobile App/Web:
  
  For New Students
  
  New students who wish to pay their application fee or their 1st instalment of the programme fee via SAM kiosk, mobile app, or web can contact the programme consultant for assistance.
  
  Download SAM mobile app:
  Google Playstore
  Apple Appstore
  
  SAM online payment website:
  https://mysam.singpost.com/webhome
  
  Credit Card 0% Interest Instalment Payment:
  
  Payment to be made at the Payment Counter:
  
  6/12 months – DBS/POSB/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank/UOB
  
  6/12/24 months – AMEX
  
  Online Instalment Payment Plan (IPP):
  
  6/12 months – AMEX/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank
  
  Education Loan:
  
  Choose from flexible repayment schemes through the OCBC Frank Education Loan or DBS Further Study Assist.
  
  OCBC Frank Education Loan
  
  Low interest rate of 4.5% per year (EIR: 5.17% per year* with 2.5% processing fee)
  
  Loan up to 10x your monthly income
  
  Up to 8 years tenure with 3 flexible repayment options to choose from:
  1. Standard: Pay monthly instalments (Principal + Interest) once your loan is disbursed
  2. Graduated: Pay only interest while studying, and Principal + Interest after graduation
  3. Graduated Plus: Pay only interest while studying + 1 year after graduation, and pay Principal + Interest from third year onwards
  
  Terms and conditions apply, subject to bank’s approval.
  
  *Effective Interest Rate (EIR) is assumed on a 2-year course with repayment period of 8 years and Standard Repayment Method. The EIR comprises of 4.5% per year interest rate which is calculated on a monthly rest basis and 2.5% of processing fee of the approved loan amount that is applicable upon disbursement of loan.
  
  DBS Further Study Assist
  
  Pursue your academic dreams with low interest rate of 4.38% p.a. with 2.5% processing fee.
  
  Loan up to 10x of monthly or combined income with guarantor.
  
  Standard Repayment: Begin monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed.
  
  Flexible repayment options up to 10 years. You can pay back in full or partially without additional fees.
  
  Terms and conditions apply, subject to bank’s approval.
  
  For assistance, please contact your programme consultant, or click here to get in touch with the loan officers.
  
  Cheque Payment (Singapore banks only):
  
  Cheque should be made payable to “Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd”.
  
  Interbank Transfer/Telegraphic Transfer:
  
  Students can make application fee and programme fee payments via Interbank Transfer or Telegraphic Transfer.
  
  Kaplan Higher Education Academy
  Bank account details:
  Bank name: DBS Bank
  Bank address: 12 Marina Boulevard, DBS Asia Central, Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 3, Singapore 018982
  Beneficiary’s name: Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd
  Bank code: 7171
  Branch code: 001
  Account no.: 001-900452-7
  Swift code: DBSSSGSG
  
  Important Note:
  
  Please fill in the “Payment description” column with your Invoice details and Student CT number which can be found in the student contract.
  
  If you wish to make an application fee payment via this method, please contact your programme consultant to acquire your Student CT number.
  
  For new students: please sign the student contract prior to making the transfer and provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) with your CT number to your programme consultant.
  
  For existing students: please provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) to [email protected] or call 6496 5661 for assistance.
  
  Payment Counter Operating Hours:
  
  Wilkie Edge Campus and Odeon 333 Campus, Level 2:
  9am – 8pm (Mondays to Fridays)
  9am – 3pm (Saturdays)
  
  Christmas Eve and New Year Eve: 9am to 1pm
  
  (Closed on Sundays, Public Holidays, and Chinese New Year Eve)
- International Applicants
  
  Apply Now
  
  Full-time (International Applicants) – Click here to apply online.
  
  Course Fee
  
  Tuition Fee
  
  The total tuition fee covers registration, lectures/tutorials/workshops, and main assessments such as assignments/tests/examinations/projects (where applicable), programme materials in digital format, Diploma (if earned), and e-transcript.
  
  S$15,042 payable in full
  Fee inclusive of 9% GST
  
  Non-Refundable Application Fee
  
  S$523.20
  Fee inclusive of 9% GST
  
  Administration Fee
  
  S$1,199*
  Fee inclusive of 9% GST
  
  *Includes application for Kaplan Student Access Card, Student’s Pass, Fee Protection Scheme, and Medical Insurance.
  
  Payment Options
  
  Flywire (Domestic):
  
  PayNow, Mastercard, and Visa are now available for payment via Flywire at https://payment.kaplan.com.sg.
  
  Flywire (International):
  
  For international students making overseas remittance payments through Flywire, please make payment via https://flywire-pay.kaplan.com.sg/#/ (application and programme fees only).
  
  SingPost SAM Kiosk/Mobile App/Web:
  
  For New Students
  
  New students who wish to pay their application fee or their 1st instalment of the programme fee via SAM kiosk, mobile app, or web can contact the programme consultant for assistance.
  
  Download SAM mobile app:
  Google Playstore
  Apple Appstore
  
  SAM online payment website:
  https://mysam.singpost.com/webhome
  
  Credit Card 0% Interest Instalment Payment:
  
  Payment to be made at the Payment Counter:
  
  6/12 months – DBS/POSB/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank/UOB
  
  6/12/24 months – AMEX
  
  Online Instalment Payment Plan (IPP):
  
  6/12 months – AMEX/OCBC/Standard Chartered Bank
  
  Education Loan:
  
  Choose from flexible repayment schemes through the OCBC Frank Education Loan or DBS Further Study Assist.
  
  OCBC Frank Education Loan
  
  Low interest rate of 4.5% per year (EIR: 5.17% per year* with 2.5% processing fee)
  
  Loan up to 10x your monthly income
  
  Up to 8 years tenure with 3 flexible repayment options to choose from:
  1. Standard: Pay monthly instalments (Principal + Interest) once your loan is disbursed
  2. Graduated: Pay only interest while studying, and Principal + Interest after graduation
  3. Graduated Plus: Pay only interest while studying + 1 year after graduation, and pay Principal + Interest from third year onwards
  
  Terms and conditions apply, subject to bank’s approval.
  
  *Effective Interest Rate (EIR) is assumed on a 2-year course with repayment period of 8 years and Standard Repayment Method. The EIR comprises of 4.5% per year interest rate which is calculated on a monthly rest basis and 2.5% of processing fee of the approved loan amount that is applicable upon disbursement of loan.
  
  DBS Further Study Assist
  
  Pursue your academic dreams with low interest rate of 4.38% p.a. with 2.5% processing fee.
  
  Loan up to 10x of monthly or combined income with guarantor.
  
  Standard Repayment: Begin monthly instalments (principal and interest) once your loan is disbursed.
  
  Flexible repayment options up to 10 years. You can pay back in full or partially without additional fees.
  
  Terms and conditions apply, subject to bank’s approval.
  
  For assistance, please contact your programme consultant, or click here to get in touch with the loan officers.
  
  Cheque Payment (Singapore banks only):
  
  Cheque should be made payable to “Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd”.
  
  Interbank Transfer/Telegraphic Transfer:
  
  Students can make application fee and programme fee payments via Interbank Transfer or Telegraphic Transfer.
  
  Kaplan Higher Education Academy
  Bank account details:
  Bank name: DBS Bank
  Bank address: 12 Marina Boulevard, DBS Asia Central, Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 3, Singapore 018982
  Beneficiary’s name: Kaplan Higher Education Academy Pte Ltd
  Bank code: 7171
  Branch code: 001
  Account no.: 001-900452-7
  Swift code: DBSSSGSG
  
  Important Note:
  
  Please fill in the “Payment description” column with your Invoice details and Student CT number which can be found in the student contract.
  
  If you wish to make an application fee payment via this method, please contact your programme consultant to acquire your Student CT number.
  
  For new students: please sign the student contract prior to making the transfer and provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) with your CT number to your programme consultant.
  
  For existing students: please provide a screenshot of your payment confirmation (including hard copy payment slips, if any) to [email protected] or call 6496 5661 for assistance.
  
  Payment Counter Operating Hours:
  
  Wilkie Edge Campus and Odeon 333 Campus, Level 2:
  9am – 8pm (Mondays to Fridays)
  9am – 3pm (Saturdays)
  
  Christmas Eve and New Year Eve: 9am to 1pm
  
  (Closed on Sundays, Public Holidays, and Chinese New Year Eve)

Duration
Duration

8 months

Maximum allowed candidature period

16 months

If a student fails to complete the programme within the candidature period, they will not be entitled to any recourse or refund.
Duration
Duration

Possible completion in 8 months (instead of 11 months)

Maximum allowed candidature period

22 months

If a student fails to complete the programme within the candidature period, they will not be entitled to any recourse or refund.

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