knowITgetIT

NANODEGREE PROGRAMME

To help Singaporeans become a highly sought-after talent in emerging IT domains, Temasek Polytechnic and Udacity have teamed up to offer knowITgetIT, a part-time, online educational programme that teaches the most in-demand tech skills.

The Programme is highly subsidized where Singapore Citizens and Singapore Permanent Residents can enjoy up to 90% subsidy - T&Cs apply.

Programmes Offered

Get the cutting-edge skills you need within 3-4 months only! Choose a Nanodegree Programme offered by Udacity and start your learning journey.

Business

Analytics

User Experience

(UX) Designer

AI Programming

with Python

Product

Management

Why Join the KnowITgetIT Programme?

The skills you’ll earn are the same skills most leading companies are looking for when they hire.

Job-Ready Training

Real-world projects designed by industry experts to help you build your portfolio of job-ready skills.

Learn on your terms

Part-time, online learning that lets you work at your own pace.

Expert Instructor

Weekly guided learning with subject-matter experts who can help you stay on track and work through any technical blockers.

Cutting-edge

The most up-to-date and cutting-edge content so you’re ready for the ever-changing field of technology.

Community

As a graduate, you’ll be part of a thriving and growing alumni network of like-minded learners who can help you get where you want to go in your career.

FAQs

We’ve put together the most frequently asked questions about this programme.

What does this programme entail?

The program consists of a 3-4 month, self-guided learning journey with the rest of the knowITgetIT cohort. Students have the opportunity to enroll in one of three Nanodegree programs: Business Analytics, Product Manager, User Experience (UX) Designer and AI Programming with Python.

How can I benefit from this programme?

Students will have the opportunity to work on real-world projects designed by industry experts to build their portfolio of skills, and learn one of three core skills sets to prepare them for a career in a job of the future.

What does the learner journey look like as part of this program?

The knowITgetIT program consists of a 3-4 month, self-guided learning journey with the rest of the knowITgetIT cohort. Students have the opportunity to enroll in one of four Nanodegree programs: Business Analytics, Product Manager, User Experience (UX0 Designer and AI Programming with Python. Throughout your entire learning journey you will have access to an online community platform, where you will get to ask other students and Session Leads for support to help you through any learning difficulties or even to network!

What are the eligibility criteria to enroll?

Applicants for the first phase must meet the following criteria:

# Singaporean permanent resident or national

# 18 years of age or older

# Meet the technical requirements required for the relevant Nanodegree

# Must be committed to the timeframes of the programme

Are there any fees for enrollment?

Singaporean citizens and permament residents have the opportunity to apply for the SkillsFuture SG subsidy and receive up to 90% subsidy.

When will the applications open/close?

Applications open on March 17, 2023, and will close on April 23, 2023.

When does the program start?

The program will launch on May 17, 2023. Learners will be invited to join a live webinar "Kickoff" event to cover the details of the program and join a cohort with their peers to start their Nanodegree that day.

Can I join two Nanodegree Programmes at the same time?

Unfortunately, this is not possible as you will only be accepted in one Nanodegree programme only at a time. We recommend that you apply for the Nanodegree programme you are most interested in and after you graduate you can apply to other Nanodegree programs in the future cohorts if the program is still available.

Is this programme online, in-person, or a combination of both?

This is a fully online program with a live-virtual component. Throughout the cohort, students get to learn through online videos in their classroom and interact with peers, coaches, and instructors on their community platform. Students will also have a mandatory weekly virtual session led by a Udacity Session Lead to make sure you stay on track. You may also choose to meet with your community members and peers in person, if you wish.

How can I apply for the SkillsFuture Subsidy?

Students are eligible to apply for a SkillsFuture subsidy and receive up to 90% subsidy for the program fee. Deadline to apply is till April 23, 2023, all accepted students must register on this link in order to keep their enrollment active.

How many hours a week should I expect to spend on my coursework in order to finish on time?

Between instructional content, quizzes, projects, and other course-related activities, we recommend allocating 10-15 hours a week for learning.

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