Frequently Asked Questions: Application Process

1. How do I apply?

2. What are the deadline for applications?

3. Do I need to apply for a visa to Singapore?

4. How do I apply for a student’s pass?

5. Are there any scholarships or financial assistance?

6. Do I have to be interviewed before I am being accepted?

7. What do I do about getting a sponsor as I don’t know anyone in Singapore?


1. How do I apply?
The online application form may be found here. Application forms are also available upon request from the Institute Registrar at info.sg@sothebysinstitute.com

2. What is the deadline for applications?
Applications close at the end of July for the September intake and at the end of Feb for the April intake.

3. Do I need to apply for visa to Singapore?
Foreigners holding travel documents issued by the following countries would be required to apply for their student pass and obtain approval prior to their arrival in Singapore: Afghanistan, Algeria, Bangladesh, Cambodia, Commonwealth of Independent States, India, Iraq, Jordan, Laos, Lebanon, Libya, Myanmar, People’s Republic of China, Syria, Tunisia, Ukraine, Vietnam, Yemen.

Those holding Hong Kong Document of Identity, Refugee travel document issued by Middle-East countries, and Palestinian National Authority passports, will also require a visa. Holders of Chinese / Indian passport or Hong Kong documents of identity should apply for an entry visa before leaving their country.

For students who are not categorized in the above list, you will normally enter Singapore with a 14-day or one-month Social Visit Pass, issued to you by the immigration officer upon their arrival in Singapore.

4. How do I apply for a student’s pass?
As a student participating in Sotheby’s Institute of Art - Singapore for a Masters programme, you are required to obtain a student’s pass for the period of your studies at Sotheby’s Institute of Art - Singapore.

The Office will apply the student’s pass on your behalf before your arrival. Please refer to Immigration matters or visit the immigration and Customs Authority’s website

5. Are there any scholarships or financial assistance from Sotheby’s Institute of Art - Singapore students?
Scholarship & Financial Aid information is available on the website under: Info & Support.

6. Do I have to be interviewed before I am being accepted into Sotheby’s Institute of Art – Singapore’s programmes?
All full-time programme applicants will be invited to schedule an interview with a member of the Institute's staff after receipt of all required application materials.

Interviews will be scheduled by the Admissions Manager (please see below). Applicants will be contacted at the appropriate time to make such arrangements.

The interviewer will assess the candidate's aptitude for the programme, level of English skill and commitment to study.

Interviews are held in Singapore throughout the year. Applicants will be contacted by the Institute's Admissions Manager to arrange their interviews.

7. What do I do about getting a sponsor as I don’t know anyone in Singapore? For the purpose of student pass (visa) the institute will act as the sponsor.

More information?
Please e-mail: info.sg@sothebysinstitute.com
or call us on tel: +65 6305 2600.