Withdrawal and Deferment Policies
Part-Time Diploma & Post Diploma Courses
Submit your request for course deferment or withdrawal to enquiryCET@np.edu.sg before study week, which is about 8 weeks from the course start date. Your request can only be processed after you have:
- Cleared all outstanding bills; and
- Returned all library books and student card.
You will be considered a student of the Polytechnic and are subjected to the same rules and regulations until the school endorses your withdrawal or deferment request.
You may transfer to another course during the appeals period. For more information, refer to Exams Matters.
Short Courses
Email your withdrawal request before course commencement to Director, CET Academy at enquiryCET@np.edu.sg.
Refund policy
For Part-Time Diploma, Post-Diploma and Short Courses
Conditions | Refund Amount | |
Non-delivery of course | Course is cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances | 100% refund. |
Before Course Commencement Date | Request is made more than 14 calendar days before course commencement date | 100% refund. A $50 administrative charge will be deducted. |
Before Course Commencement Date | Request is made less than 14 calendar days before course commencement date with supporting documents for the following reasons: Extended overseas work commitment Extended medical leave Severe illness or death of a close family member ;or Other reasons will be considered on a case-by-case basis. | The lower of the following: a) 70% refund of paid course fees; or b) paid course fees less $50 administrative charge. |
On/After Course Commencement Date | Supporting documents for the following reasons must be produced: Extended overseas work commitment Extended medical leave Severe illness or death of a close family member; or Other reason will be considered on a case-by-case basis. | No refund. However, requests to pay subsidised fees for resuming deferred modules/ courses will be considered on a case-by case basis. |
*For information: All requests for refunds are subject to approval. The refund process may take several weeks. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Workforce Skills Qualifications (WSQ) Courses
There will be no refund for WSQ courses. However, requests for change of assessment date can be facilitated on a case-by-case basis.
Please write in with your name, course and contact information to np_wsq@connect.np.edu.sg.