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Raffles College of Higher Education
Established in
1990Famous For
Fashion Design, Interior Design
Fees
£25,000 - £45,000
- Overview
- Services
- Rankings
- Accommodation
- Location
- Courses
- Scholarships
Overview
Established in 1990, Raffles College of Higher Education (RCHE) is a premier private education institution in Singapore, specialising in design and business. As part of the extensive Raffles Education network, which spans 16 colleges across 9 countries, the Singapore campus serves as a central hub for international students seeking industry-aligned qualifications in a multicultural environment.
The following profile provides a formal overview of the institution’s current offerings, standing, and logistical details for the 2026 academic cycle.
The institution provides a streamlined academic pathway from Professional Diplomas to Advanced Diplomas, culminating in Bachelor’s (Honours) and Master’s degrees. Many of these degrees are awarded in partnership with prestigious international institutions, such as Coventry University (UK) and the University of Northampton (UK).
Key Academic Faculties
- Raffles Design Institute: Specialising in Fashion, Interior, Graphic, Jewellery, and Game Design.
- Raffles Merchandising Institute: Focused on Fashion Marketing and Management.
- Raffles School of Business: Offering programmes in Marketing, Finance, and Global Business Management.
- Raffles Academy of Continuing Education (RACE): Providing skills upgrading for working professionals.
Services
RCHE provides a comprehensive support framework to assist international students with their transition to Singapore:
- Pre-Course & Career Counselling: Guidance on academic pathways and industry placement through a network of over 150 industrial partners.
- Student Pass Assistance: Dedicated support for ICA (Immigration & Checkpoints Authority) applications and renewals.
- Pastoral Care & Orientation: Holistic support services, including chaplaincy and cultural orientation programmes, to help students adapt to the local environment.
Rankings
RCHE maintains a strong reputation within the creative arts and professional sectors, supported by numerous recent accolades:
- Global Design Performance: In 2025, the Raffles Interior Design faculty was ranked among the Top 100 Universities Globally by the INSPIRELI Awards, making it the only design school in Singapore to achieve this distinction based on student performance.
- Industry Awards: Students and faculty have recently secured wins at the SIDA Youth Awards 2025, the Singapore Jewellery Design Awards 2025, and the AYDA Awards (2025).
- EduTrust Certification: The institution holds the EduTrust award from the Committee for Private Education (CPE), a mandatory quality assurance mark for private schools in Singapore.
- Employability: According to institutional data, the college maintains a high graduate employment rate, bolstered by its "Industrial Attachment" programme which integrates students into multinational firms before graduation.
Accommodation
While RCHE does not operate on-campus hostels, the Student Services Department provides dedicated assistance in securing nearby private housing.
Courses offered at Raffles College of Higher Education
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