Work Study Degree Programme

The SkillsFuture Work-Study Degree (WSDeg) programme aims to provide students with a holistic and immersive learning experience that combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills. Through a carefully designed curriculum and robust assessment process, students can acquire in-depth professional skills that are essential for their future careers.

For more information, you may click here to download the Professional Readiness Experience Guidelines infographic and here for the detailed document.

Programme Structure

With the completion of work-study, students can earn academic credit units (CUs) that will contribute to fulfilling their degree requirements. Ultimately, this program aims to nurture graduates who are career-ready and can contribute effectively and meaningfully to their respective industries.

Who Is It For?

WSDeg is open to individuals who have been successfully matriculated in SUSS in the following programmes:

How Will I Benefit?

Students undertaking WSDeg will:

Build relationships that are helpful for full-time career upon graduation;
Fulfil the Work Attachment (WA) graduation requirement;
Gain 1-year working experience and acquire skills aligned to your matriculated degree programme;
Graduate in 4 years or earlier;
Receive stipend and/or other benefits during the 12-month OJT.

How Will I Apply?

For students:

Intake 2023 onwards (Under CD): Contact [email protected].
Intake 2022 and before: Please refer here for more information.

Frequently Asked Questions

Student must ensure that your major is approved for the WSDeg programme. Additionally, student must fulfil all academic and non-academic prerequisites for WSDeg and secure a full-time internship with a company that offers a job scope in your major with an Industry Applied Project (IAP).

The payment CDO381 Work-Study and Industry Readiness (30 CUs) will be billed upon successful eCR in the second half of 12-month OJT.

Yes. Full-time students can sign up for a max of 30 CUs during the normal semester and 10 CUs during the special semester. However, given the full-time workload, students are encouraged to only sign up for one or two modules per semester.

Students have the option to either self-source a company or explore opportunities posted on SUSS Career Portal.

Professional Readiness Experience