Singapore may seem like a small dot on the world map, but the island state bustles all over with attractions and activities. Dining and shopping are two of the top-rated activities of locals. Needless to say, this is reflected in the staggering range of foods and cuisine, as well as the proliferation of shops in the city and suburban centres.

Add on to this a thriving arts and cultural scene, especially with the opening of Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay, featuring top artistes from all over the world. Ethnic districts such as Little India, Chinatown, Malay Village give a flavour of the culture and history of Singapore. Lots of fun and funky events such as the Great Singapore Sale, Singapore Arts Festival, festive light-ups and many others make Singapore a most "happening" place to be in. Singapore is also strategically located at the heart of Asia and can be a hub to explore the Southeast Asian region.

For living:
The annual inflation rate in Singapore is among the lowest in the world. Indeed according to the Singapore statistics for 1998, the inflation was -0.3% and it is no surprise to find it hovering around zero at the time of writing. The government keeps a tight rein on the economy to good economic effect. The ECPI (Expatriates Consumer Prices Index) reflects the cost of living for expatriates living and working in Singapore. The difference between the CPI and the ECPI is due to the different consumption patterns of expatriate and local households, as well as the different weights given to the various items used to compute the indices.

We will introduce you all you need to know about Singapore. Our history, facts, climate and location, culture and language.
There is so much you can learn about Singapore. We hope this interesting read will help you know more about this exciting island city.

Like most of Southeast Asia, Singapore is generally hot and humid. It's warm and humid year round, with the temperature almost never dropping below 20°C (68°F), even at night, and usually climbing to 30°C (86°F) during the day. Recent times, it even reached till 35°C. Humidity is high, mounting over a 75% mark.
November and December is the rainy season. June-August is considered to be the best time to visit, but even then it rains often.

For those who enjoy the sun and the beach, Singapore is an ideal place for beach lovers, as you get the hot hot sun throughout the year.

• You need a Student Pass (Visa) if you want to pursue your studies in Singapore.
  
  DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
  
• You should have secured admission to an educational institution in Singapore.
• In case you are admitted to a Government or government-aided institution a letter of recommendation from the Singapore Ministry of Education is to be submitted along with the application.
• In case you are selected to private school/or a foreign system school, you will have to deposit a security of S $ 5,000 and also a letter of acceptance from the school are also to be submitted.
• In both the cases you need to have a sponsor in Singapore. Sponsor must be either a Singapore citizen or a permanent resident of Singapore.
  
  Student Pass is not issued in India. Your sponsor will have to make the application in Singapore

• HMI Institute of Health Sciences (HMI-IHS)
• Institute of Technical Education
• Nanyang Polytechnic
• Nanyang Technological University
• National Institute of Education
• National University of Singapore
  
  o Department of Real Estate
  o Civil and Structural Engineering
  o School of Design and Environment
  o Singapore-MIT Alliance
• Singapore Management University
• Singapore Polytechnic
• Temasek Polytechnic, Singapore

Education has always been key in the growth and development of Singapore society, particularly in the years following 1965 when it became an independent republic. Now in the 21st century, where the knowledge-based economy is the driver in the global community, education has become even more critical in shaping our country's future. At the same time, through education, every individual can realise his/her full potential to benefit the community, nation, and lead a personally fulfilling life.

By being in Singapore, you will get a chance to be plugged into an education system that promotes excellence and be part of a progressive, cosmopolitan community.

Singapore is an open economy with strong presence in the service and manufacturing sector. Manufacturing is the economy's main engine of growth, with electronics accounting for nearly half of the sector. The chemical industry is the second largest manufacturing sector, and Singapore is also the third largest petroleum-refining center in the world. Singapore's workers are among the world's best for productivity, work attitude and technical skills. They speak English proficiently, and are dedicated, hardworking, and keen to upgrade their skills and knowledge.

The government is focusing its efforts on five industrial clusters: electronics, chemicals, engineering, IT, and biomedical sciences. Singapore relies on foreign workers and talents at both ends of the skills ladder. Singapore aims to continue to lure global talent and top management to its shores, most significantly in IT jobs and in the technology industry, and has introduced a new class of taxpayers, called "not ordinarily resident," who will earn tax exemptions on income earned outside of the country.