Singapore is new education hub
Last updated: April 20, 2026
Singapore is a beautiful country, not only for business but also for education. It's considered one of the best education systems in the world. Singapore's quality education, combined with its developed economy, attracts students from India, China, Burma, and other Asian countries. The number of Indian students coming here is continuously increasing. The environment is quite familiar for Indian students because their numbers in various educational institutions here are very high.
Singapore has very few natural resources. Human resource is considered the main capital. Education is seen as a key for a knowledge-based economy. Because of the availability of good talent, almost all multinational companies have centers in Singapore. According to one estimate, 87 thousand international students are studying in Singapore, with the number of Indian students growing by 20 percent each year.
As the number of migrant students grows, the Singapore Government is making efforts to make the education system 'global'. The establishment of accredited education centers for almost all major world universities is being encouraged. Some of Europe's top business schools are here. There are also branches of world-famous US universities like the University of Chicago, MIT, and Stanford. Students enrolled here get a diverse and pleasant educational opportunity.
Experts, industry leaders, and investors collaborate at the Enterprise Centre of the National University of Singapore to develop youth business ideas. Young people present their ideas on the lower floor. If approved, they meet industry representatives on the upper floors. If those talks are positive, investors on the next floor provide full help to bring the business idea to market.
Singapore's Institute of Technical Education has a similar concept. This government institution for vocational courses is impressive. A large part of the institute is given to retail outlets where the public shops. Students work as trainees in these shops. They receive practical training in real salons, bakeries, optical stores, and more. This training connects them directly to the industry.
What is special in Singapore?
Safety: Singapore has one of the lowest crime rates in the world. Its image is far better than Australia and America regarding the safety of Indian students. The low crime rate makes night life easier.
Language: Singapore's British rule left a good English-speaking population, which still impacts society. There is also Little India, where the presence of people of Indian origin, Indian food, and culture is strong. Hindi and Tamil are used alongside Mandarin and English.
Spending: The cost of studies is less compared to western countries. The government spends a lot on improving the education structure. Both living and education costs are manageable for Indian students. The cost of an engineering degree from a prestigious college in Singapore is approximately 14,000 to 20,000 Singapore dollars (₹6,00,000 to ₹10,00,000) per year. Scholarships are also available, which can reduce costs.