Competency-based Stackable Micro-credential (CSM) Pathway in Applied Computing
Upskill in Weeks. Not Years.
Up to 90% SkillsFuture Subsidy and $300 per month training allowance for eligible learners.
Up to 90%
SkillsFuture Subsidy Per Micro-credential
10
Industry-relevant Topics Available
3+ months
To Complete, Part-time
$300/month
Training Allowance For Eligible Learners
WHO THIS IS FOR
IT Professionals Upskilling
Working Adults in Tech or Transiting into Tech
Mid-career Learners aged 40+
Diploma Holders Seeking Higher Qualification
CO-DEVELOPED WITH INDUSTRY
CHOOSE YOUR MICRO-CREDENTIAL
10 Micro-credentials. Pick One. Start Now.
All micro-credentials are largely asynchronous — learn at your own pace, any time. Each earns a SIT Specialist Certificate you can add directly to your CV, and 18 credits stackable toward a BSc (Honors) in Applied Computing.
HOW IT WORKS
From Enrolment to Certificate in 3 Steps
No prior degree needed. No full-time commitment. Just pick a micro-credential and get started.
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Register Interest & Get Assessed
Register you interest below. Our Programme Advisor will confirm your eligibility, walk you through funding options, and help you pick the right module for your career goals.
Enrol & Study at Your Pace
Courses are largely asynchronous — self-paced online learning with some in-person sessions at SIT Punggol Campus and online live sessions on Zoom. Balance study with your full-time job.
Earn Your Specialist Certificate
Complete the micro-credential and receive your SIT Specialist Certificate. Add it to LinkedIn and your CV immediately. The 18 credits you earned remain valid for 5 years — stack them toward a full degree whenever you're ready.
These micro-credentials count toward a full degree qualification from SIT — BSc (Hons) in Applied Computing.
You don't have to commit now, your credits are valid for 5 years.
SKILLSFUTURE FINANCIAL SUPPORT
Multiple Ways to Fund Your Learning
Between course subsidies, a monthly training allowance, and SkillsFuture Credits application, most learners pay significantly less than the full fee. Not sure what funding you are eligible for? Our Programme Advisors can walk you through your options.
SkillsFuture
Course Fee Subsidy
Up to 90% funding on course fees
For Singapore Citizens and PRs, with Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy available for aged 40 and above. Applies to up to 5 micro-credentials in the full degree programme.
SkillsFuture Mid-Career
Training Allowance (Part-time)
$300/month while you study
For Singapore Citizens aged 40 and above in current employment. Receive $300/month in training allowance while studying, subject to SkillsFuture's approval upon application.
SkillsFuture Credit
Deductible
Offset up to $4,500 Out-Of-Pocket Fees
SkillsFuture Credit and Mid-Career Enhanced SkillsFuture Credit — totalling up to $4,500, can be applied to offset the out-of-pocket fees remaining after the SkillsFuture Subsidy.
LEARNER STORY
Hear From Our Learner
Why SIT'S CSM Micro-Credentials
No Career Break Needed
Sessions are mostly learn-at-your-own-pace online, designed around your work schedule
Funding & Training Allowance
Up to 90% SkillsFuture funding, and eligible Singapore Citizens receive the SkillsFuture Mid-Career Training Allowance (Part-time)
Immediate Credential
Specialist Certificate awarded on completion of every 3-month micro-credential
Industry-Relevant
Co-developed with AWS Academy, Cisco Networking Academy, and industry partners
Stackable to a Degree
Every micro-credential earned is valid for 5 years if you later choose to stack toward a BSc (Hons)
FAQS
Commonly Asked Questions
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Do I have to commit to the full degree when I enrol?
No. Each micro-credential is completely standalone. You enrol one module at a time, earn your Specialist Certificate, and decide whether to continue. There's no obligation to pursue the degree — but your credits stay valid for 5 years if you change your mind.
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How much SkillsFuture funding can I get?
Eligible Singapore Citizens and PRs can receive up to 90% subsidy on tuition fees for up to 5 micro-credentials (90 credits) within the programme. Singapore Citizens aged 40 and above may qualify for the Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy. Enquire with us for a personalised funding assessment.
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What is the SkillsFuture Mid-Career Training Allowance (Part-time) and am I eligible?
The SkillsFuture Mid-Career Training Allowance (Part-time) — or MCTA (PT) — is a monthly cash allowance of $300 paid to eligible Singapore Citizens aged 40 and above who are in employment and enrolled in approved part-time long-form training. It is designed to help defray incidental costs such as transport and study materials while you continue working. All SIT CSM Applied Computing micro-credentials are eligible for MCTA (Part-time), subject to SkillsFuture Singapore's approval upon the learner's individual application. There is a shared lifetime cap of 24 months across both full-time and part-time MCTA. The scheme is available from 1 March 2026, with applications open from 9 February 2026.
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What are the entry requirements for a single micro-credential?You do not need technical or technological qualification or experience for foundation-level micro-credentials. Others may require basic computing knowledge, basic digital literacy and basic mathematics knowledge. Contact us and we'll check your eligibility at no obligation.
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How much study time does each micro-credential take per week?Delivery format of micro-credential are largely asynchronous — most of the learning is self-paced online content you access on your schedule. There are some in-person sessions at SIT's Punggol Campus. The typical weekly commitment is designed to be manageable alongside a full-time job. Exact hours vary by micro-credential.
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If I complete micro-credential now, how long do I have to stack them into a degree?Each completed micro-credential remains valid for stacking toward the degree for 5 years from the date of completion. So even if you're not thinking about a degree right now, you're not losing anything by starting with a single micro-credential today.
ENQUIRE NOW
Tell Us Which Micro-credential Interests You.
Submit your details and our team will be in touch to guide you through your decision and SkillsFuture funding options. We'd also share a programme brochure.
New Engineering Micro-credentials Launching Soon!
Exciting news! We are introducing new micro-credentials in Electrical and Electronic Engineering & Infrastructure and Systems Engineering. Be among the first to know by registering your interest today! Register now →