Press release. 30 Mar. 2016. TP School of Design showcases 450 innovative, purposeful ideas to benefit community and drive change
Date: 2016
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Description: Temasek Polytechnic Design Show 2016 was held from 31 March to 2 April at the Temasek Polytechnic Auditorium Foyer. A total of 450 innovative, purposeful ideas were showcased from the graduating class of the School of Design. Among them were "Fashion for wheel-chaired women" by Apparel Design & Merchandising students, Dorcas Lum and Denise Gow who created Orzora - a fashion and store concept that caters to wheelchair-bound women; "Preserving the HDB kampong spirit" which germinated from the idea of encouraging upcycling - to reuse (discarded objects or material) in such a way as to create a product of higher quality or value than the original, within the community, by Interior Architecture & Design student Xing Li; and 'The Puff Pal for asthmatic children" - an asthma inhaler that is ergonomically designed for children by Product & Industrial Design students Nur Syahidah Bte Roslan and Tay Jing Ying.
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Press release. 02 Mar. 2017. TP student designs bus feature for commuters to secure open strollers
Date: 2017
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Description: More than 450 projects across fashion, architecture, film, product design and communication design disciplines were showcased from the graduating class of Temasek Polytechnic's School of Design. The Design Show was held at the School of Design on Friday, 3 March 2017. Among the 450 projects showcased was a bus feature for commuters to secure their strollers. With this product created by Jordan Ang, Product & Industrial Design student, parents would be able to push the stroller and hook it into the pram seat feature inside the bus. Also showcased were the heart wrenching drama "Seeing voices" by Charmaine Cheong, a student from the Digital Film & Television diploma course, who shared her inspiring story of caring for her mother with mental illness for the last 15 years; and "Luxury hostel experience for tourists" to overcome the cultural and language barriers of short-term-staying guests, by Ong Yue Li, Interior Architecture & Design student.
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Press release. 10 Sept. 2013. Putting the WOW into the shopping experience of youth
Date: 2013
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Description: A survey conduced by staff of Temasek Polytechnic's retail management diploma on some 300 youths aged between 16 - 24 revealed that the following factors made for a happier shopping experience: a good retail mix, a clean environment, easy access to public transportation and clear directional signs. The survey done was conducted at the launch of the inaugural National Retailing Competition in June 2013, to better understand youth shopping experience in Singapore. Most of the youths favoured retailers such as Isetan, Takashimaya, Challenger, Courts, H&M, Top Shop, NTUC Fairprice, 7-Eleven, Cheers, Watsons and Guardian.
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Press release. 20 June 2016. Over 300 places in early childhood courses available for inaugural early admissions exercise (EAE)
Date: 2016
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Description: Temasek Polytechnic and Ngee Ann Polytechnic would be offering over 300 places in early childhood courses at the inaugural Early Admissions Exercise (EAE) commencing 22 June 2016. Instead of the usual one-to-one interviews with a panel of lecturers, students invited to interviews at the polytechnics would be assessed through their participation in group interviews as well as interesting activities, to gauge their aptitude and passion for working with children.The three full-time early childhood education diploma courses offered by the two polytechnics were the Diploma in Early Childhood Education (NP), Diploma in Child Psychology & Early Education (NP) and Diploma in Early Childhood Studies (TP). Mr Clarence Ti, Principal of Ngee Ann Polytechnic and Mr Ang Teck Hua, Director of TP's Centre for Child Study shared their views on the prerequisites needed to gain priority admission to courses in this field.
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Press release. 5 July 2022. Institutions join forces to uplift the Training and Adult Education sector
Date: 2022
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Description: The five polytechnics inked a landmark agreement with the Institute for Adult Learning (IAL) and SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) - the first time these parties came together to collaborate in the CET space.
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Press release. 1 June 2022. More employers ready to support persons with disabilities from polytechnics
Date: 2022
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Description: The Talent Accelerator Programme (TAP) organised jointly by Temasek Polytechnic and TomoWork Ltd., attracted 19 participants from all five polytechnics in Singapore. In its second year, the Talent Accelerator Programme (TAP), which helps persons with disabilities and special needs transit from school to work, sees more than 10 well-known corporate brands participating in the training programme.
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Press release. 26 Oct. 2021. IBM and Temasek Polytechnic to set up Technology Experience Centre
Date: 2021
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Description: On 26 October 2021, IBM and Temasek Polytechnic announced the setting up of a Technology Experience Centre to enhance students’ capabilities in hybrid cloud and spur new research and development collaborations in emerging technologies. Mr Tan Kiat How, Minister of State, Ministry of Communications and Information presided over the launch ceremony.
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Press release. 22 July 2013. Agilent Technologies and Temasek Polytechnic open analytical sciences laboratory
Date: 2013
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Description: On 22 July 2013, Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) and Temasek Polytechnic launched the Temasek Polytechnic-Agilent Partner Lab. The collaboration combined Agilent's cutting-edge bio-analytical technologies with TP's resources to help small and mid-sized enterprises (SMEs) that are engaged in traditional Chinese medicine and food products maintain strict safety and quality standards. Ms Tan Mei Mei, Business Director, South Asia- Pacific region, Chemical Analysis Group, Agilent, Dr Lee Chee Wee, Director, TP's School of Applied Science and Mr Tan Kai Hoe, Chief Executive of SPRING Singapore shared their comments on the collaboration.
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Press release. 13 May 2013. Neighbourhood menace wins Lee Kuan Yew Award
Date: 2013
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Description: Temasek Polytechnic presented the 10 top poly awards to the media in the "Presentation of top graduates" event on Monday, 13 May 2013. Three students received the prestigious Lee Kuan Yew Award, three received the Lee Kong Chian Award, one received the Tay Eng Soon Gold Medal, another one, the CapitaLand Award for All-Round Excellence and two graduands received the Lee Kong Chian Award for All-Round Excellence. Among the recipients were Balakumaran s/o Nadarajan (Lee Kuan Yew Award), Teng Yong Hao (Tay Eng Soon Gold Medal) and Jarron Tham (Lee Kong Chian Award)
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Press release. 02 Jan. 2012. TP students develop four assistive applications and devices for the visually handicapped
Date: 2012
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Description: A group of engineering students from Temasek Polytechnic's Diploma in Media & Communication Technology developed four assistive devices and applications to encourage greater independence for the visually handicapped. The four projects were showcased at the conference room of the Singapore Association of the Visually Handicapped (SAVH) on Wednesday, 4 January, 2012. These projects were among 78 projects on display during TP's Engineering Project Show and also held in conjunction with TP's campus-wide Open House which was held from 5 - 7 January 2012.
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Press release. 15 May 2013. Mr Heng Swee Keat, Minister for Education officiates at opening of TP's 23rd Graduation Ceremony
Date: 2013
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Description: Mr Heng Swee Keat, Minister for Education, officiated at the opening session of Temasek Polytechnic's 23rd Graduation Ceremony on Friday, 17 May 2013 at 9.00am at the Temasek Convention Centre. The graduation ceremonies spanned over 14 sessions from 17 - 23 May 2013. This year, the first cohort of 66 graduands from the diploma in Early Childhood Studies received their diplomas. The first session saw Mr Heng presenting the Lee Kuan Yew Award, the Lee Kong Chian Award, the Tay Eng Soon Gold Medal Award, the CapitaLand Award for All-Round Excellence and the Lee Kong Chian Award for All-Round Excellence. In this opening session, in addition to the presentation of the top poly-level award winners, Mr Heng addressed the graduands from the Diplomas in Culinary & Catering Management and Hospitality & Tourism Management.
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Press release. 06 Mar. 2017. TP students develop a one-stop portal for reporting scams, thereby keeping the public informed and safe
Date: 2017
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Description: TP InfoTech Day 2017 was held on Wednesday, 8 March 2017 at Main Foyer, Temasek Polytechnic. One of the projects showcased was ScamDefender, a one-stop portal for all things scam-related. The purpose of this project was to provide the public with early detection and warning against potential scams. A few other innovations on show included: FinTech ecosystem project - the Qlikview dashboard showcased key FinTech areas such as Blockchain, InsurTech and Payments & Remittance in a visually appealing manner; Clairvoyance -- a malware hunting solution with the investigation process and time for hunting down the malware greatly shortened; and Smart Distribution Board which used Internet of Things and cloud-based technologies to help users better manage energy usage and keep utility bills down.
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Press release. 27 Dec. 2023. International expert workshop co-organised by Temasek Polytechnic aims to enhance food security through sustainable mud crab aquaculture
Date: 2023
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Description: TP co-organised an international workshop with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) from 27 to 30 November 2023. The workshop brought together industry practitioners to evaluate technological innovations and the industry development needs of mud crab aquaculture in the Asia Pacific region.
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Press release. 9 Jan. 2024. Temasek Polytechnic at the forefront of AI with launch of first experimental studio for design and generative AI in an educational institution
Date: 2024
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Description: On 3 January 2024, TP launched the Interactive Digital Experiments with AI Studio (IDEAS). It is Singapore’s first experimental design studio in an educational institution that harnesses the capabilities of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI).
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Press release. 21 Sept. 2012. My Singapore -- our story : multiple perspectives but one reality
Date: 2012
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Description: The Senior Minister of State, Mr Lawrence Wong, Ministry of Information, Communications and the Arts and Ministry of Education was the guest-of-honour at the closing ceremony of Polytechnic Forum 2012 which was held on Friday, 21 September 2012 at the Temasek Convention Centre, Temasek Polytechnic. Some 300 student representatives from the five polytechnics who spent the last four days in intensive discussions at a residential programme in Desaru, Malaysia, put forward their recommendations to the Senior Minister in an open dialogue session. Since its launch in 1996, the Polytechnic Forum serves as a platform for polytechnic students to discuss and exchange their views on key national and global issues. The forum also advocates active youth citizenry and nurtures inspired and committed youth with strong convictions about their roles in the community.
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Press release. 26 Nov. 2020. SAP, SkillsFuture Singapore and Temasek Polytechnic launch SGUnited Mid-Career Pathways Programme
Date: 2020
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Description: SAP, SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) and Temasek Polytechnic (TP) launched three new courses under the SGUnited Mid-Career Pathways Programme which were designed to meet the growing demand for critical skills in data-led financial insights, predictive forecasting and digital capabilities. The programme are part of SAPs latest efforts to help reskill and upskill Singapore's workforce.
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Press release. 16 Nov. 2022. Cutting edge technology, digitalisation and training in new areas to uplift and transform Singapore’s security industry
Date: 2022
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Description: Temasek Polytechnic’s Security Industry Institute co-organises Singapore’s annual Security Industry Conference 2022 launched by Ms Sun Xueling, Minister of State, Ministry of Home Affairs and Ministry of Social & Family Development.
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Press release. 10 May 2022. Upskilling for a better future!
Date: 2022
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Description: The graduation ceremonies for TP’s 43 part-time courses were held over five sessions on 11 to 12 May 2022 at Temasek Polytechnic’s Convention Centre. The 2,105 working adults’ graduands were from 13 Diplomas, 23 Specialist Diplomas and 7 SGUnited Skills Programmes.
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Press release. 4 Jan. 2022. Temasek Polytechnic launches S$2.3m Integrative Built Environment Centre
Date: 2022
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Description: Dr Mohamad Maliki Bin Osman, Second Minister for Education, officiated the launch of Temasek Polytechnic’s Integrative Built Environment Centre (IBEC) on 7 January 2022. IBEC covered a wide range of related domains, specialising in areas identified in the Industry Transformation Map for the Built Environment sector.
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Press release. 22 June 2023. Temasek Polytechnic honours outstanding student leaders and CCA leaders who rise above challenging personal circumstances to excel in CCA and sports
Date: 2023
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Description: TP will honour over 1800 students who have overcome challenging personal circumstances to excel in CCA and sports at the Temasek Student Excellence Awards (TSEA) 2023.
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Press release. 17 Dec. 2014. Pivotal, EMC and Temasek Polytechnic launch Singapore's first Data Science Academy
Date: 2014
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Description: Temasek Polytechnic (TP) partnered with Pivotal Software, Inc., and EMC Computer Systems to launch the TP-Pivotal Data Science Academy, one of the first data science academies in the Asia-Pacific region offering a practical, hands-on program for training and certifying data scientists and big data engineers. Both companies provided the hardware, software and initial expertise to kick start the Academy program. The first intake commenced in Q2/3 2015, with 100 participants enrolled in the first year. Mr Greg Whalen, Chief Data Scientist, Pivotal Asia-Pacific & Japan, Mr Eric Goh, Managing Director, EMC Computer Systems and Mr Boo Kheng Hua, Principal & CEO, Temasek Polytechnic gave their comments on the partnership.
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Press release. 05 May 2011. NATAS & TP sign MOU
Date: 2011
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Description: Temasek Polytechnic (TP) and the National Association of Travel Agents Singapore (NATAS) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to harness the expertise of NATAS & its members to equip TP's students from the Diploma in Hospitality & Tourism Management with the skills to perform effectively in an ever-changing, service-oriented industry. The MOU was signed by Mr. Robert Khoo, CEO, NATAS and Mr. Daniel Yeow, Director, Temasek Polytechnic School of Business on 4 May 2011 at the Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel.
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Press release. 20 Nov. 2012. PM Lee Hsien Loong opens Glocal Connect Village at Temasek Polytechnic
Date: 2012
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Description: On 23 November 2012, Prime Minister Mr Lee Hsien Loong opened Glocal Connect Village at Temasek Polytechnic (TP), a one-of-a-kind, iconic representation of the polytechnic's internationalisation strategy. Apart from being a vibrant learning space for local and international staff and students, GCV also provided a platform for these groups, local budding artists and the community to immerse in and showcase cultural diversity through artistic talent. The launch was witnessed by Mr Boo Kheng Hua, Principal & CEO, Temasek Polytechnic, Ambassadors, representatives from TP's Board of Governors and industry partners.
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Press release. 12 Jul. 2023. 20,000 early childhood educators to benefit from the first microlearning course jointly developed by the National Institute Of Early Childhood Development and Temasek Polytechnic
Date: 2023
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Description: The National Institute of Early Childhood Development (NIEC) and Temasek Polytechnic (TP) have partnered to develop and deliver the first NIEC microlearning course specifically for early childhood educators in Singapore.
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Press release. 08 Jan. 2014. TP students engineer better lifestyles for young & old @ Engineering Project Show - 10 & 11 Jan 2014
Date: 2014
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Description: Temasek Polytechnic's Engineering Project Show was held on 10 & 11 January 2014 at the Temasek Convention Centre. Some 75 projects by final-year Engineering students were on display at the show. The following 4 projects were among the 75 projects showcased, namely an Automated hearing test system on android platform; Reusable microchips to read blood glucose levels in diabetic patients; an Improved training programme for Air India SATS such that the airports in the Indian states of Delhi, Bangalore, Mangalore, Hyderabad and Trivanderum had adopted it; and Elderly-friendly stove indicator.
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