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Institute of Technical Education

Secondary School Leavers

I’m finishing secondary school and deciding what to do next.

Last updated on 27 October 2026

Starting your post-secondary journey

This profile includes applicants with GCE [N(T), N(A), O-Level] and/or SEC (G1, G2, G3) [G stands for General] qualifications who are moving directly from secondary school. ITE may suit you if you learn best through practical application, want industry-relevant skills and want to keep future employment and education options open.

Learning pathways to explore

Learning pathways

Current qualification

ITE pathway

ITE Skills Certificate (ISC) certification

3-year Higher Nitec

GCE 'N(T)' or G1 Level with 0 or 1 Pass

4-year Higher Nitec with Enhanced Foundation Programme

GCE ‘N(A)’ or G2 Level

2-year or 3-year Higher Nitec

GCE ‘O’ Level or G3 Level

2-year or 3-year Higher Nitec

Before selecting a course

  • Read the published minimum entry requirements and compulsory prerequisite subjects.

  • Check whether an interview, aptitude assessment, medical check or colour-appreciation requirement applies.

  • Use current intake dates and course listings, because these can change by intake.

  • Think about the occupation, industry or further-study route that the course is designed to support.

Useful links for you

See what financial support you can apply for

Support Category

Support category

What you can check

To pay course fees

Use your available Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA) (opens in new tab) funds for approved costs.

Based on financial needs

Higher Education Community Bursary or Higher Education Bursary (opens in new tab); ITE Monthly Financial Assistance Scheme (opens in new tab); ITE Special Student Assistance Scheme (opens in new tab); and Opportunity Fund (opens in new tab).

Based on merit or talent

Edusave Merit Bursary (opens in new tab); scholarships (opens in new tab); sponsorships (opens in new tab); academic awards (opens in new tab); and top graduate awards (opens in new tab), if you meet the criteria.