The Higher English Language Programme (HELP) provides for learners to achieve competency in the language and be able to function in various situation, professionally, socially, and academically. The programme aims at learners being able to cope with the language demands in their desire area of study after the successful completion of the programme. Learners are to identify and utilise the skills and strategies required for effective language learning. They are to develop competency in the four language skills essential to effective communication, namely, Speaking, Listening, Reading, and Writing. Learners are to achieve a level of language proficiency equivalent to that of the IELTS 6.5.
The broad aims of the Higher English Language Programme (HELP) are for learners to:
be able to cope with the language demands of their main area of study after completing the HELP
function competently in a wide variety of English situations – professional, social, and academic
identify and utilise the skills and strategies required for effective language learning
develop competence in the four language skills essential to effective communication: speaking, listening, reading, and writing
achieve a level of proficiency that is equivalent to IELTS 6.5
Course Module
Find out about the exciting subjects and topics you will be covering while embarking on your success by design! Click on the tabs to view modules you will be taking at our 4 different levels of studies. Download the course module descriptors for further information.
CERTIFICATE
Communicating with Impact
This course aims to enhance students’ ability to communicate using the appropriate approaches with various audiences, within the context of their respective majors, demonstrating increasing confidence in speaking at length on a topic of interest, as well as effectively using a variety of visual aids to enhance their delivery and message. Listeners should be able to understand information about business or design topics, identifying both general messages and some specific details in oral discourse.
Writing with Critical Thinking
This course aims to enhance students’ critical thinking skills and apply them in reading for research, seeking appropriate information, identifying relevant audiences, and conveying their ideas coherently and persuasively in the written form in a range of contexts and genres within their respective majors. Critical readers should be able to understand information about business or design topics in academic and professional settings.
Awarding Body
Awarded by: Raffles College of Higher Education
Intake: January, April, July and October
Duration: 3 months (Full-time)
Minimum Entry Requirements
Minimum Entry Requirements:
IELTS 5.5 or Equivalent
Academic Requirement: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
The minimum age requirement is 16-years of age.
Course Fee
**S$218 will be charged for the respective levels for course material.
Course Fees listed are in Singapore Dollars (SGD).
Prevailing Goods and Services Tax (GST) is included in the prices shown.
Each Semester is six (6) months and each term is three (3) months.
The dates of payment are subject to change by The College. Any change will be communicated to all students.
For many students, education loans are essential to pay for university and obtain a degree. We are pleased to inform you that Raffles College Of Higher Education is one of the approved institutions for POSB's Further Study Assist. Applicable for Singaporeans and Permanent Residents only.
If you require any assistance in education loans, feel free to speak with our team of education consultants.
The broad aims of the Higher English Language Programme (HELP) are for learners to:
be able to cope with the language demands of their main area of study after completing the HELP
function competently in a wide variety of English situations – professional, social, and academic
identify and utilise the skills and strategies required for effective language learning
develop competence in the four language skills essential to effective communication: speaking, listening, reading, and writing
achieve a level of proficiency that is equivalent to IELTS 6.5
Course Module
Find out about the exciting subjects and topics you will be covering while embarking on your success by design! Click on the tabs to view modules you will be taking at our 4 different levels of studies. Download the course module descriptors for further information.
CERTIFICATE
Communicating with Impact
This course aims to enhance students’ ability to communicate using the appropriate approaches with various audiences, within the context of their respective majors, demonstrating increasing confidence in speaking at length on a topic of interest, as well as effectively using a variety of visual aids to enhance their delivery and message. Listeners should be able to understand information about business or design topics, identifying both general messages and some specific details in oral discourse.
Writing with Critical Thinking
This course aims to enhance students’ critical thinking skills and apply them in reading for research, seeking appropriate information, identifying relevant audiences, and conveying their ideas coherently and persuasively in the written form in a range of contexts and genres within their respective majors. Critical readers should be able to understand information about business or design topics in academic and professional settings.
Awarding Body
Awarded by: Raffles College of Higher Education
Intake: January, April, July and October
Duration: 3 months (Full-time)
Minimum Entry Requirements
Minimum Entry Requirements:
IELTS 5.5 or Equivalent
Academic Requirement: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
The minimum age requirement is 16-years of age.
Course Fee
**S$218 will be charged for the respective levels for course material.
Course Fees listed are in Singapore Dollars (SGD).
Prevailing Goods and Services Tax (GST) is included in the prices shown.
Each Semester is six (6) months and each term is three (3) months.
The dates of payment are subject to change by The College. Any change will be communicated to all students.
For many students, education loans are essential to pay for university and obtain a degree. We are pleased to inform you that Raffles College Of Higher Education is one of the approved institutions for POSB's Further Study Assist. Applicable for Singaporeans and Permanent Residents only.
If you require any assistance in education loans, feel free to speak with our team of education consultants.
Testimonials
YUAN Yuji
Bachelor of Arts in Illustration & Animation (Class of 2020)
YUAN Yuji
I am very happy to have been able to come to Raffles Design Institute. I have gained knowledge and made friends here. The lecturers are great, sharing their knowledge and experience in design. Reflecting on the whole journey, I started from the very beginning level and now I can design by myself; this process really makes me excited.
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