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Raffles Singapore Design & Business Merit Scholarship

Raffles College of Higher Education in Singapore is part of the long-running Raffles education network and specialises in design, fashion, and business programmes, typically validated or awarded with overseas university partners and delivered in English. It offers merit-based tuition reductions to talented international students, with design awards usually assessed partly on a creative portfolio alongside academic results. For Sri Lankan students drawn to design, fashion, interior, or creative-business fields, Raffles Singapore offers an industry-focused, English-medium pathway in a safe, well-connected Asian creative hub — at a lower cost than studying in the West. Because the awarding body can be an overseas partner, recognition follows that partner, so confirm the current programme, the degree awarded, the exact award value, accreditation, and deadlines with Raffles before committing.

Raffles College of Higher Education (Singapore)

University-funded

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Value

Merit Tuition Reduction

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Focus

Design, Fashion & Creative Business

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Location

Singapore

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International Applicant

Open to international students, including Sri Lankan citizens with recognised qualifications, applying to Raffles Singapore programmes.

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Academic Merit & Portfolio

Reductions are merit-based; design programmes typically also weigh a creative portfolio. A strong record and a focused portfolio improve the award.

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Admission to a Programme

You must be admitted to a Raffles Singapore design or business programme. Confirm the awarding partner and accreditation before accepting.

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English Proficiency

Teaching is in English; typical requirements are around IELTS 6.0. Sri Lankan applicants with an English-medium qualification may qualify for a waiver where Raffles accepts it.

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Apply to Raffles Singapore

Submit your application with transcripts, certificates, CV, English evidence, and (for design) a creative portfolio.

Confirm the awarding partner

Verify which body awards your degree and how it is recognised before accepting any offer.

Merit assessment and offer

Raffles assesses your profile (and portfolio) for admission and the merit reduction, normally stated in your offer.

Apply for the Singapore Student's Pass

With your offer and proof of funds, apply for the Student's Pass via Singapore's ICA before travelling.

About Raffles Singapore

Raffles Singapore is a specialist design and creative-business college delivering English-medium programmes in a leading Asian creative hub, with merit support and portfolio-based design entry. For Sri Lankan students set on a design or creative-business path, it is an accessible, industry-focused option.