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Saturday, January 1, 2011

Open House / JAE 2011 Series : Frequently Asked Questions


Academic Structure



What are the aviation courses offered by TP?

Diploma in Aviation Management & Services
Diploma in Aerospace Electronics
Diploma in Aerospace Engineering



What is the difference between each aviation courses?
Diploma in Aviation Management & Services
 - Focuses on business and management aspects of the aviation industry, with modules for aspiring pilots and air traffic controllers
(Other courses are more engineering-based in comparison to AMS)

Diploma in Aerospace Electronics
- Focuses on maintenance and repair of aircraft avionics and electronics

Diploma in Aerospace Engineering
- Focuses on maintenance, repair and overhaul of aircraft components (engines)


What is the difference between AMS and RP’s Diploma in Civil Aviation?

Students in RP’s Diploma in Civil Aviation similarly undergo management subjects, however, they also undergo several engineering-based subjects.

AMS is the only diploma that focuses solely on aviation business management. We are also the only diploma in Asia to offer a flying programme as part of the 3-year diploma programme.


How are we graded in our course of study?

Our academic performance is graded through assignments, projects, tests and examinations, similar to the mainstream Singapore education system.


What are our schooling hours?

Our schooling hours vary based on subjects taken.
A typical school day could be as long as 9 am to 6 pm, or as short as 9 am to 12 pm.


What are the school fees for AMS?

You may wish to contact the Finance & Administration Department (fnahotline@tp.edu.sg) for more information.


How many classes do we have in AMS?

To ensure a conducive learning environment for students, we will only have 5 classes.


Are we an engineering or business course?

We are an aviation business programme.
However, as many of the aviation facilities are located in the Engineering School, our classes are held within the Engineering School.




Open House / JAE 2011 Series : Frequently Asked Questions


Further Education


What is the criteria for a spot in ERAU?

Criteria for admission into the ERAU programme will be similar to those of local universities, based academic and non-academic performance.




Is ERAU coming to Singapore?


They are a few programmes that are coming up.
UniSIM has collaborated with ERAU on a Degree programme in Aviation Business Administration.
CAAS has collaborated with ERAU on a Master’s programme in Aviation Business Administration.
Both programmes will be run by ERAU in Singapore.


Do AMS students have an advanced standing in ERAU?

Yes! AMS students who are successfully admitted into ERAU’s Bachelor of Science in Aviation Business Management programme will receive a 2-year exemption, thus only undergoing an integrated 2-year degree programme.


Do AMS students have an advanced standing in local universities?

Yes! AMS students are granted certain subject exemptions in their respective degree programmes. A high percentage of AMS graduates admitted to local universities. If they can do it, so can you!
For example, we have an exemption of 5 modules in the courses of "Bachelor of Business Administration" & "Bachelor of Business Administration (Accountancy)" in NUS.




Open House / JAE 2011 Series : Frequently Asked Questions


Specialised Course Options


What are the specialised course options offered by AMS?

Aeronautical Science (flying programme)
Airport & Airline



What does each course option cover?

Unlike other courses, our Aeronautical Science Option covers a comprehensive flying programme to prepare students for the Private Pilot License and a further theory programme to equip our stuents to acquire the Air Transport Pilot License (ATPL).
The Airport and Airline Option focuses on Airport and Airline operations and Airspace Management.


What are the requirements for the Aeronautical Science option?

Students have to meet the minimum academic and medical requirements, and may be required to undergo an aptitude assessment.


What are the medical requirements for Aeronautical Science option?

Students should have an eyesight of less than 500 degree per eye, correctable to 6/9 and must not be colour blind. They would also be required to pass medical and aptitude tests.


What is the cost of the Aeronautical Science option?

The cost of the Aeronautical Science option has not been finalised. However, the programme is heavily subsidised by the school and students will only need to bear a small amount.




Open House / JAE 2011 Series : Frequently Asked Questions

Career Opportunities / Internships


What are some of the internships available?

We have internships with many exciting companies from different areas of the aviation industry.
Some of these companies include Changi Airport Group, Changi Airports International, Cathay Pacific Airways, Tiger Airways, AirAsia, Jetstar Asia (PR), Air France-KLM, Qatar Airways, SATS, CIAS, Jetquay, etc.


Air Asia [Airline Rep]: making sure our pax have a safe journey to all 34 destinations (wef Feb'11) from Singapore

Jetquay [Guest Relations Officer]: Familiarizing with airport layout during break-time


Jetquay/ Singapore Air Terminal Services: The airport is full of familiar faces

Singapore Air Terminal Services [Customer Service Agent]: Poon Wai Kit receiving commendation award for ability to perform well in handling special situations
Singapore Air Terminal Services [Customer Service Agent]:One with you!

Singapore Air Terminal Services [Admin Dept]: Interns helping to improve customer service through a series of investigative studies and audits

Air France/KLM [Airline Rep]: Business Lounge Menu Change Selection



Air France/KLM [Airline Rep]: Checking cargo compartment during turnaround

Air France/KLM [Airline Rep]: following engineer to Main Equipment Compartment (MEC)

Air France/Jetquay/KLM: Did you know, Jetquay also provides personalized service to Air France's 1st class passengers?

Qatar Airways [airline rep]: 10 star intern in a 5 star airline :D

Qatar Airways [airline rep]: Supervising pre-flight duties including in-flight catering, cabin cleaning


Changi Airports International: Bumping into your friends at work just makes your day!


Jetstar Asia [PR Events]: Handling PR events for Jetstar Asia


Changi International Airport Services: Interns at HR Department





Are any of your internships overseas?

We are constantly exploring new internships that include overseas programmes. For example, our internship programme with Tiger Airways (Cabin Crew) will expose the interns to diverse culture around the region.



How are the internships chosen?

Internships are chosen based on the job fit (such as academic performance, attitude and aptitude).



How long is your Student Internship Programme?

To ensure that students receive a realistic experience of the industry, our internship programmes are 6 months long, as compared to the typical 3-month internship programmes.



Will we be offered jobs in our internship companies after our internship programme?

It is subject to the respective internship companies. However, it may also be based on your actual performance, so work hard!



What are the career opportunities/prospects?

The skills you would have acquired at the end of the three years, though specialised in the context of the aviation industry, does not limit your career prospects. The basic fundamentals we learn about management, logistics, marketing, human resource are the very same concepts that businesses have been building upon. In other words, your career prospects here are just as wide, if not wider, than if you join other courses.

Should you leave the aviation industry, the skills sets acquired would be useful and relevant to other businesses. This would mean that you should still be able to easily secure a stable job with other businesses.




Open House / JAE 2011 Series : Frequently Asked Questions


Admissions / Intake




How many students are we taking in this year?
This year we have 30% more places in JAE!
To ensure high quality of graduates, we will be admitting 150 students this year.




Why is the course intake so small?

Intake is small to ensure high quality of graduates. However, over the years, intake size has been gradually increased to cater to the high demand. This would mean more chances for you to join us!



Besides JAE and DAE, what other avenues do I have to join AMS? What is JPSAE (AMS)?

With effect from 2011, applicants may also apply to AMS through the Joint Polytechnic Special Admissions Exercise (JPSAE). It is a Special Admission Exercise open up to all students who have strong interests in AMS but may not meet the COP as selection will be based on a broad measure of merits beyond GCE O level results. However, in anticipation of the high demand, you need to place AMS T04 as your first choice under JAE in order to be shortlisted under JPSAE.

Shortlisted students will be required to undergo an aptitude assessment and interview.




I applied for JAE, can I still apply for JPSAE?

Yes, you should! Students who have applied for AMS T04 in the JAE may also apply directly through the Joint Polytechnic Special Admissions Exercise (JPSAE).

However, in anticipation of the high demand, you need to place AMS T04 as your first choice under JAE in order to be shortlisted under JPSAE.

Shortlisted students for JPSAE will be required to undergo an aptitude assessment and interview.




If I did not get into the course, how do I appeal?

There will be a JAE appeal exercise held after the release of the posting results.



What are the criteria for ITE students?

Currently, there is no direct feed or advanced standing for ITE students. However, you may wish to enquire with the Registrar’s Office (admissions@tp.edu.sg) for more information.



How to transfer from JC/other courses to AMS?

You may wish to transfer via the Direct Admission Exercise (DAE). For more information, you may wish to contact the Registrar’s Office (admissions@tp.edu.sg).




Open House / JAE 2011 Series : Frequently Asked Questions


Cut-Off Point




What is our COP this year?

The COP varies every year because it is based on student demand. Thus, we are still uncertain about the COP this year. 

COPs published in JAE booklet serves as a guide for students. Diplomas may choose to admit more students where they deem fit, thus it is not the only requirement for admission. Student admissions are a very complex process which are affected by other criterias (eg. students admitting through JPSAE/DAE).

However, from previous years’ experience, do put AMS T04 as your 1st choice to stand a higher chance of entering the programme!




What was our COP for previous years?


2011 - 11 points
2008 to 2010 – 10 points
2007 – 11 points



Is the COP based before or after CCA bonus?

The COP shown in the JAE booklet is based after CCA bonus.