International Students

Introduction to Raffles Design Institute,Shanghai, China


Raffles Design Institute,Shanghai was established in 1994 through a joint venture effort between Raffles Design Institute, Singapore and Dong Hua University.
Raffles Design Institute,Shanghai offers a broad range of Degree programs in Fashion Design, Fashion Marketing, Visual Communication-Graphic Design, Interactive Media, Interior Design, Product Design and Business Administration. All programs follow a three-year curriculum of the highest standard. A unique combination of theory and practice ensure all graduates possess the skills and knowledge required by employers. All courses can be completed in 3 years of intensive full-time study.

Mode of Payment


The student can make cash payment to School. For TT, it will be advised upon request.

Admission


Students who process high school certificate or equivalent can apply for the program.
The following are to be submitted to the Admission Staff of Raffles Design Institute,Shanghai at time of registration:

  • Duly completed application form
  • Photocopy of highest attained education qualification
  • Photocopy of personal identification card
  • Two 2-inch photographs and a three 1-inch photographs

    Program Duration


    RAFFLES College Group has 4 intakes annually. This allows students to commence their studies throughout the year at a time convenient to them and ensures that our graduates enter the workforce at four separate times through the year, thus maximizing employment prospects for graduates as well as serving the ongoing human resource needs of business and industry.
    The academic year consists of 4 terms of 12 weeks each; with one week break in between terms. Examination for the term takes place on the 12th week.

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    English Language Proficiency


    Have you got?
    TOEFL - minimum 550* (paper based) or 213* (computer based);
    IELTS - minimum 6.0*;
    GCE 'O' Level English - minimum C6;
    High School English Pass grade (minimum) in an English medium school.
    * Test result achieved not more than 2 years ago.
    If YES, you are exempted from the English program at Raffles Design Institute,Shanghai. Please provide evidence / proof of your achievements to the Admissions Department.
    If NO, You must take an English Placement test with us. The only other way to achieve an exemption is to score 85% or above on our placement test, and satisfy our spoken and written English requirements.

    Study Abroad


    During the school term, the student may take the opportunity to study overseas or transfer to our sister colleges in China. The student will be able to transfer his/her credit to the college overseas or in China. Places for oversea study include Singapore, India, Thailand, Malaysia and Australia.

    Advanced Standings


    Students wishing to pursue higher academic studies can choose from a wide selection of international universities which Raffles College Group has signed articulation agreements with. Our graduates will receive advanced standings or transfer of credit and can complete their degree in the shortest possible time.

    Airport pick up


    The school can arrange for someone to pick the student up from the airport if required. The cost is RMB200.

    Accommodation


    Foreign student normally find accommodation outside with some assistance rendered by the college. The cost is 2000RMB to 3000RMB per month for a single room and about 1500RMB per month for a double room. However, the student can also stay in the University Hostel compound run by our local university partner. The cost is 300RMB for 8 persons sharing a room without private bathroom per month.
    In addition, get enough cash ready for initial spending and apartment rental (you may need to pay advance rental of up to 4 months).

    Student Visas (Shanghai)


    You can hold a tourist Visa to enter China and the school will process the Student Visa application.
    Documents required:
    1. Letter of Acceptance for Admission Raffles Design Institute,Shanghai will issue).
    2. Copy of high school qualification
    3. Copy of passport
    4. Ten 2-inch passport photos
    It will take about 4 – 6 weeks to process the student visa.

    Address


    Raffles Design Institute,Shanghai
    832 Xin Hua Road,
    Shanghai
    PRChina 200051
    Tel: 86-21-62373000
    Fax: 86-21-62708557
    Email: RSH-enquiries@raffles-design-institute.com.cn
    Website: http://sh.raffles.edu.cn/