Designing Your Learning
Your learning, your choice! Chase your passion and explore new horizons by designing your own learning pathways in different ways.
Last updated 27 February 2026
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Recognising that each learner has unique needs and that a “one size fits all” approach is no longer effective, incoming students can now customise a curriculum tailored to their individual needs.
This approach, coupled with the Designing Your Life framework, will empower you as a student to gain both specialised knowledge in your chosen fields and essential skills needed to reach your career objectives.
You'll have the freedom to create your own learning pathways through one of the available programmes.
Common Entry Programmes
Need more time to decide on your diploma? Join our Common Programmes to gain a deeper understanding before you decide!
Students enrolled in RP's Common Programmes enjoy the flexibility of up to one year to decide on their diploma of choice. This flexibility, the most extensive among the polytechnics, spans a diverse range of fields in arts, media and design, business, engineering, infocomm technology, science, and sports and health.
Speak to our course counsellors.
Broad-based Diploma Programmes
All RP Schools will offer a broad-based diploma option for students to stay versatile for emerging trends and industry needs.
Besides learning multidisciplinary knowledge in related fields, you will also get to choose a Major - a special focus of study where you'll pick up comprehensive and in-depth skills to future-proof your career.
Expertise Deepening Programmes
Academically proficient students with clear career aspirations can join our Expertise Deepening Programmes to gain practical experience and enhance employability.
Through the programme, you can delve deeper into your chosen field of study by obtaining industry-recognised certifications, embark on a one-year internship, or pursue a certificate that is mapped to a Specialist Diploma.
Options to further customise your learning
Pursue a Minor on top of your diploma or pick up a new interest and explore different modules outside your discipline.
Whatever path you choose, you will still graduate and obtain your diploma within three years in RP.
Frequently Asked Questions
Am I eligible?
All full-time students enrolled in Academic Year (AY) 2025 or later can design their own learning in different ways. You can start with a Common Entry Programme, choose a broad-based diploma, or take up an Expertise Deepening Programme for academically proficient students to gain practical experience and enhance employability. You can also use their Electives to pursue a Minor Programme, or mix and match modules across different courses or from a specially curated list to suit their learning style.
How does it work? Do I have to take extra modules?
You do not need to take extra modules. To fulfil the requirements for your Elective modules category, you can choose one of the three options to broaden your interests, deepen your expertise, or get a head start in your lifelong learning journey as part of your full-time studies in RP. You will still graduate within three years by completing all your required modules.
Can I freely choose to take any module in RP under the Electives Option?
Depending on your diploma, you can either choose modules from a curated list of Electives or modules from different Minor Programmes that are applicable to your diploma. Please check the course structure of your respective diploma, or contact your Mentor or Programme Chair for more details.
Who can I contact if I have more questions?
You can speak to your mentor, programme chair or an education and career coach for advice before choosing your desired option. You can also drop us an email via the RP Enquiry Form.