
Our Co-Curricular Activities (CCA)
Overview
TP’s scenic campus belies the hive of youthful energy that throbs within it. With a student population of around 14,000, there is a huge amount of creative energy on campus that is unleashed through many student-led activities including arts performances, project displays showcasing the latest innovative ideas, student DJs broadcasting the latest hits, a vibrant sporting culture and entrepreneurial activities by students. TP is a hub of intellectual and creative activities all-year round!
Performing Arts CCAs
Temasek Arts Centre (TAC), the arts and culture wing of TP’s Student Development & Alumni Affairs Department (SDAA), believes in cultivating the arts on campus and in nurturing our student-artists through talent and leadership development, performance opportunities and platforms for artistic expression. All our members are handpicked through a selection process. Through high-quality concerts and productions, our student-artists express their creativity, hone their craft and aspire to be artists creating works in the local and global artistic landscapes.
Sports CCAs
Over many years of discipline, diligence and doggedness, many of Temasek Polytechnic’s high performing sports teams have achieved sustained results at the Polytechnic-ITE (POL-ITE) and Institute-Varsity-Polytechnic (IVP) Games. They have brought much honour and pride to TP. In addition, TP has a wide range of sports facilities that serve as venues for sports competitions and friendlies. The close proximity to the scenic and idyllic Bedok Reservoir is also an ideal backyard with ample green and blue spaces for our students to be engaged in trail running or water sports activities. Sports in TP will surely provide plenty of excitement and spectacle for athletes, fans and supporters.
P10 Clubs & Interest Groups
Temasek Polytechnic offers our students exciting opportunities for leadership development through our P10 Clubs (Students' Union and 9 Constituent Clubs), CCAs and Interest Groups. Serve, lead and make a positive impact to the student community, and in the process stretch and hone your leadership skills and develop competencies in the non-academic domains, as you create a fun, caring and vibrant campus that you will be proud of.
P10 Clubs
Interest Groups
The Temasek Polytechnic Band (TP Band) performs a wide repertoire of concert music from classical and pop arrangements to movie soundtracks. With the rich blend of woodwind, brass and percussion instruments, they will surely leave audiences at the edge of their seats. Under the baton of conductors Mr Tan Beng Wee and Mr Ignatius Wang, they have been contributing actively to the vibrant arts scene on and off campus since the establishment of the polytechnic in 1990. TP Band is a platform for all budding, talented young musicians to develop their musicianship and performance capabilities.
Achievements/Features:
- Tapestry: MELODY Music Festival - 'Onward: Our Music' Concert (2023)
- SPCA 75th Anniversary Pawty (2022)
- North East CDC and New Creation Church - Christmas Gift of Love (2022)
- DREAMS XII (2021)
- Temasek Polytechnic National Day Virtual Concert (2021)
- Band Fiesta @ Gardens by The Bay (2019)
Training Days:
- Tuesday, 7pm to 9pm
- Friday, 7pm to 9pm (Sectionals)
- Tutored Sectionals based on availability
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Nigel Tan
The Chinese Orchestra performs Chinese music using various Chinese instruments such as the Yangqin, Erhu and Pipa to explore the world of traditional and contemporary Chinese music. The elegant and soulful music presented by the Chinese Orchestra will enchant and enthral the audience. The orchestra collaborates with other CCAs such as Band and String Ensemble and also ventures out for public performances and overseas exchange programmes.
Achievements/Features:
- Temasek Spectacular (2022)
- DREAMS XII (2022)
- Chinese Orchestra Virtual Concert - 樂, the Highlight (2022)
- Temasek Polytechnic National Day Virtual Concert (2021)
- Temasek Arts Festival - Temasek Polytechnic Chinese Orchestra Recital: Travelogue (2021)
- Annual Chinese Orchestra Concerts, Magical Autumn XII (2019)
- NAC Arts In Your Neighbour: Music On The Move (2019)
- HKCO Singapore Tour Campus Concert (2018
Training Days:
- Wednesday (Combined), 7pm to 9pm
- Thursday & Friday (Sectionals), 7pm to 9pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Fayanne Tan
The Temasek Polytechnic Chorale performs choral and acappella arrangements in traditional as well as contemporary styles. Let the singers bring music to your ears with the human instrument – the voice. TP Chorale is a renowned choir CCA group comprising a diverse group of Sopranos, Altos, Tenors and Basses, led by resident conductor, Ms Choy Siew Woon. They are bonded by their strong passion for singing and endeavour to convey their love for choral singing through the specially curated concert repertoire.
Achievements/Features:
- Tapestry: MELODY Music Festival - EVOS VII - Reflection (2023)
- A Renaissance by Singapore Lyric Opera Youth Chorus (2022)
- Community Chest Christmas On A Great Street Light-Up Ceremony (2022)
- North East Community Give Back Golf & Appreciation Dinner (2022)
- Temasek Polytechnic National Day Virtual Concert (2021)
- First and Second Prize at Golden Voices of Montserrat, Spain (2016)
Training Days:
Tuesday & Thursday, 6.30pm to 9.30pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Nigel Tan
TP Dance Ensemble (TPDE) comprises 3 main dance genres; Hip Hop, Modern Dance & Breakin’. Modern Dance is a dance form developed from classical ballet in the early 20th century, shedding the classical ballet technique, costume and shoes. Hip Hop is a popular dance style involving energetic & funky street dance. Breakin’ includes a multitude of different floorwork & explosive movements. Dance Ensemble’s Hip Hop, Modern Dance & Breakin’ are under the tutelage of Ahmad Kamil, Nikki Chan and Gerald Chan respectively.
Achievements/Features:
- Temasek Spectacular (2022)
- DREAMS XII (2022)
- TPDE GROOV-ED (2022)
- Temasek Polytechnic National Day Virtual Concert (2021)
- Temasek Arts Festival – “PLAY” The Series: Experimental Collective (2021)
- Super 24 2019 (Champion for Tertiary Category)
- TRDO Duet 2019 (Champion for Inter-poly Category)
- Origins: Interschool 2018 (Champion)
- Mighty Nomads' BBOY POL-ITE 2018 (Champion)
- Super 24 2017 (Champion for Open Category)
Training Days:
- Modern: Tuesday, 6pm to 9pm
- Hip Hop: Wednesday, 6pm to 9pm
- Breakin’: Thursday, 6pm to 9pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Fayanne Tan
The Digital Media & Production Crew (DMPC) enables all of our performing arts groups to be experienced both in-person and via a host of other media formats. Through event organisation, production management and technical support, DMPC brings ideas to life. Engaging in audio, lighting, staging, visual media and post-production, the close-knit and dedicated group makes magic happen. Members receive training in a multitude of areas with current industry practitioners, and have abundant opportunities to practice these skills in real-world situations.
Achievements/Features:
- National Day Concert (2022)
- Music Vox Afterhours (2022)
- Temasek Spectacular (2022)
- DREAMS XII (2022)
- Chinese Orchestra Virtual Concert - 樂, the Highlight (2022)
- Canon Photomarathon 2020 - 2nd place for the student category
- Canon Photomarathon 2019 - 3rd place for the student category
- NSMen Video Competition 2019 - Merit
Training Days:
- Monday & Thursday, 6.30pm to 9.30pm
- Additional ad-hoc workshops will be conducted
- Extra hours during production periods required
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Mark Spencer
Temasek Polytechnic (TP) Dikir Barat is a vibrant traditional Malay art form that involves 15 or more people doing responsorial singing, led by a couple of lead singers and accompanied by Malay percussions. It is a traditional art form anchored in the use of poetry and creative lyrics. TP Dikir takes part in numerous high-level, poly-wide and external public performances. TP Dikir has won multiple awards at the annual national competitions, such as "Piala Suara Serumpun" (Cluster of Voices Trophy).
Achievements/Features:
- Dreams XII - TPDK-driven video and music production, “Berani Berubah” (2022)
- Piala Suara Serumpun 2022 (Women's): Second Placing, Best Percussionists, Nominated for Best Lyrics, Best Tukang Karut and Best Awok-Awok
- Piala Suara Serumpun 2022 (Men's): Third Placing, Nominated for Best Lyrics and Best Tukang Karut
- Temasek Arts Festival: PLAY (Collaboration with Dance Ensemble, 2021)
- Piala Suara Serumpun 2019 (Women's): Champion, Best Lyrics
- Piala Suara Serumpun 2019 (Men’s): The Green Pen Award
- Piala Suara Serumpun 2018 (Women's): Champion, Best Lead Singer, Best Percussion, Best Song
- Piala Suara Serumpun 2018 (Men’s): Champion, Best Lead Singer, Best Lyrics
Training Days:
- Monday & Wednesday, 6pm to 9pm (On-campus)
- Additional training days, nearing show day
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Jasmine Leong
Temasek Polytechnic Fusion Percussion (TPFP) is a highly-spirited group of passionate individuals with a deep interest for percussive music. A collective of vibrant, creative and talented drummers come together in an explosive ensemble. Their shows are always exciting and full of energy. Get them to liven up shows and they will deliver the party to your doorstep! They live by their slogan “with a burning passion, we play to the beat of our hearts”. Brazilian Samba forms the cornerstone of TPFP's creative rhythms such as, Samba Temasek - a fusion of Brazilian samba and Singapore elements.
Achievements/Features:
- Community Chest Heartstrings Walk (2022)
- Kaki Bukit Youth Carnival (2022)
- Reflections Arts Festival 2022: World Drum Night V (2022)
- Tampines Changkat CC Golf Tournament & Appreciation Dinner (2022)
- "In-Youthful-Company” @ Esplanade Waterfront (2019)
- Pink Ribbon Walk Breast Cancer Foundation (2019)
- World Drum Night 4: Even When No One Sees (2018)
Training Days:
Tuesday & Thursday, 6pm to 9pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Nigel Tan
Temasek Polytechnic (TP) Indian Dance Group (IDG) trains in the various dance forms such as Bharatha-Natyam, Kuchipudi, Bollywood, folk and other semi-classical Indian dance forms. Under the guidance of Mrs Premela Balakrishnan, Director of Rudram Arts, TPIDG has been featured in both school performances and various external performances, such as the 2022 Lisha Women’s Wing 10th Anniversary Celebrations: 200th Event, where President Halimah Yacob was the Guest of Honour. Besides promoting and showcasing the colourful and enthralling Indian Dance forms through their charming performances, TPIDG also aims to provide a space to forge new friendships and encourage individual development of good values, which will remain in members throughout their future endeavours.
Achievements/Features:
- 21st IUFoST World Congress of Food Science & Technology: Gala Dinner (2022)
- Lisha Women’s Wing 10th Anniversary Celebrations: 200th Event (GOH: President Halimah Yacob, 2022)
- Staff Appreciation Day (2022)
- Tapestry Move (2022)
- Tapestry Move: Lit! Concert (Organised by TPIDG, 2022)
- Cultural Museum (2022)
- NUS Tamil Language Society Production (2022)
- International Day for Older Persons Virtual Celebration with RSVP Singapore (2021)
- TP National Day Celebrations Concert
- Temasek Arts Festival - Dwi-Rasa: Aaruyire (2021)
- Electric Dreams (2020)
- Sunset Showcase: Move It (2019)
Training Days:
- Tuesday & Friday, 6pm to 9pm (On Campus)
- Additional training days, nearing show days
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Jasmine Leong
TP Malay Dance Group, also called Kesenian Si Anak Tari (Seni Nak Tari or SNT), takes pride in promoting the arts and providing high-quality traditional and contemporary performances. Featuring genres such Inang and Zapin, SNT’s movements are enhanced by their elaborate costumes and accessories, showcasing the rich heritage of the various styles portrayed.
Achievements/Features:
- DREAMS XII - Back to LIVE! (2022)
- Tapestry: MOVE (2022)
- Temasek Arts Festival – Dwi-Rasa: Berkebaya Biru (2021)
- Ekspresi (2021)
- TP Concert Champion (2019)
- Pesta Raya @ Esplanade (2019)
- Persada Juara Tari: Champion & Best Choreography Award (2018)
Training Days:
- Monday & Wednesday, 6pm to 9pm (On-campus)
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Jasmine Leong
TP Music Vox is a family of musicians, typically made up of vocalists, guitarists, bassists, keyboardists, songwriters, drummers and even producers, who play, record and perform assorted genres including pop, rock and indie of original and cover music. They are often invited to perform for events on and off campus such as Esplanade's "In Youthful Company" and Temasek Spectacular, having been recognised for their musical synergy and crowd appeal. They have released their EP and LP albums of original music, titled ‘Beginnings’ and 'Full Bloom' respectively, on Spotify and other major streaming platforms.
Achievements/Features:
- MOE Media Appreciation Dinner (2022)
- Backstage Pass with Music & Drama Company on Power98 Love Songs (2022)
- 'Full Bloom' LP Launch on Spotify (2022)
- ‘Beginnings’ EP Launch on Spotify (2021)
- Awarded Temasek Polytechnic’s Arts Group Excellence Award (2019, 2020. 2022)
- National Day Observance Ceremony at the MOE HQ (2019)
- “In Youthful Company” at The Esplanade Outdoor Theatre (2018)
- Awarded Temasek Polytechnic’s Arts Group of the Year Award (2016)
Training Days:
- Sectional Training (Once weekly or fortnightly), 6.30pm to 9pm
- Rehearsal Jamming (Daily, subject to upcoming performances/recording)
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Nigel Tan
The Salvo Drums brings to life any stage with their performances using the world’s most ancient instrument – the drum, specifically, the 24-season drums. Teamwork, with disciplined training, plays a vital role for the drummers in displaying their powerful percussive strokes in choreographed synchronised movements. Salvo Drums has also experimented through a variety of themes to enhance the vibrancy and creativity of its performances, immersing the audience with different experiences.
Achievements/Features:
- Temasek Spectacular (2022)
- DREAMS XII (2022)
- Temasek Polytechnic National Day Virtual Concert (2021)
- Champion for Blazing Beats (2017)
- Champion for DrumzOut (2011)
Training Days:
- Tuesday & Thursday, 6.30pm to 9.30pm
- Saturday, 9am to 5pm (Seniors)
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Fayanne Tan
The String Ensemble performs pieces from a range of genres, from classical to modern pop music. A string instrument’s sound and timbre can greatly vary depending on how it is played, thus this allows for many possibilities when it comes to music arrangement and ways for members to express themselves.
Achievements/Features:
- Temasek Spectacular (2022)
- DREAMS XII (2022)
- National Day Virtual Concert (2020)
- Magical Autumn @OTH (2019)
- DREAMS XI (2019)
- Sunset Showcase: Temasek Unplugged (2019)
Training Days:
Monday or Tuesday, 7pm to 9pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Jarmane Denise
Teatro, meaning Theatre in Spanish, is made up of a diverse collective of students who share a passion for performance, drama and ideation. Through high quality "live" productions, filmed scrips and concert narratives, Teatro is always seeking to explore the unknown and push the boundaries of creativity.
Achievements/Features:
- TP National Day Concert 2022 (Creative Direction)
- "TeatroFest AY2020/21" (Online Triple-bill)
- "The Lift" (2019)
- "Those Who Can't, Teach" (2019)
- "Tujuh" (original devised play, 2019)
- “Land Ho!” (TP National Day Concert, 2019)
- "Caucasian Chalk Circle" (2018)
- "No More Tears" (devised play, 2018)
Training Days:
- Wednesday & Friday, 6.30pm to 9pm
- Additional training days as required for productions
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Jarmane Denise
TP Emcees is a fun and lively community of emcees who provide hosting services to the student body of Temasek Polytechnic. They assist with the facilitation of events through collaboration with the various school departments and CCA groups. Parties that they work with include the Arts Groups, P10 & Interest Groups, the academic schools, Corporate Communications and the Student Development and Alumni Affairs departments. The TP Emcees have hosted a variety of event types, from formal ones to less formal community service events and also multiple online platforms. Come be part of the TP Emcees family if you feel at ease on stage and love meeting crowds of people.
Achievements/Features:
- Organiser: 128 Circle X TP Emcees – Meet The Stars (2022)
- Temasek Spectacular (2022)
- DREAMS XII (2022)
- Temasek Polytechnic National Day Virtual Concert (2021)
- Power98 X TP Emcees – Temasek Polytechnic Open House (2020)
- Organiser: Arts Townhall Gathering (2020)
- Aerospace Day 2019 (2019)
- Parental Guidance Seminar (2019)
- TP Lead Heart Conference (2019)
- Global Community Day (2019)
Training Days:
Wednesday, 6.30pm to 9.30pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Jarmane Denise
In recent years, this popular sport has gained a strong following in Singapore among secondary and tertiary students. Similarly, the TP Bowling Team (Men & Women) attracts all levels of bowlers, and our best bowlers compete in the Polytechnic-ITE (POL-ITE) and Institute-Varsity Polytechnic (IVP) Games annually.
Achievements:
- IVP Games 2022: Gold (Men’s Team) & Bronze (Women’s Team)
- POL-ITE Games 2022: Gold (Men’s Team) & Bronze (Women’s Team)
Training Days:
Tuesday & Wednesday, 8pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Sheena Wang
Aikido is a modern Japanese martial art that was developed for defence while minimising injury for the attacker. Aikido techniques use the attacker’s momentum and turn them into various throws or joint locks.
Training Days:
Wednesday, 7pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Muhammad Haffiz Amin
Competitive archery involves shooting arrows at a target for accuracy over several set distances. TP Archery Team competes in the Polytechnic-ITE (POL-ITE) Archery Games and external competitions annually.
Achievements:
POL-ITE Games 2022: Gold (Men’s Team) & 5th Position (Women's Team)
Training Days:
Saturday, 9am
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Pang Seng Hui
Another common and popular racquet sport, badminton requires aerobic stamina, agility, strength, speed and precision. The common forms of the game are "singles" (with one player per side) and "doubles" (with two players per side). TP Badminton Teams (Men & Women) compete in the Polytechnic-ITE (POL-ITE) and Institute-Varsity Polytechnic (IVP) Badminton Games annually.
Achievements:
POL-ITE Games 2022: 5th Position (Men's Team) & Silver (Women’s Team)
Training Days:
Monday & Thursday, 6.30pm to 9pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Koh Wen Kiat
Competitive basketball is another popular team sport in which two competing teams of 5 players play on a rectangle court to try and outscore each other through the basketball hoops at opposing ends. TP Men’s and Women’s Basketball teams compete in the Polytechnic-ITE (POL-ITE) and Institute-Varsity Polytechnic (IVP) Games annually.
Achievements:
POL-ITE Games 2022: Silver (Men’s Team) & 5th Position (Women's Team)
Training Days:
Monday & Wednesday, 7pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Jow Pei Jun
Originating from China, dragon boat racing is a human-powered boat sport. For competitive events, dragon boats are generally rigged with decorative and colorful Chinese dragon heads and tails. In races, there are 18-20 people in a standard boat, and 8-10 in a small boat, excluding steersperson and the drummer. The dragon boat races are the highlight of Week Zero activities in our annual Temasek Polytechnic Regatta. TP Dragon Boat Teams (Men & Women) compete in the Polytechnic-ITE (POL-ITE) Dragon Boat Race and external competitions annually.
Achievements:
POL-ITE Games 2022: Gold (Men’s Team), Gold (Women’s Team) & Gold (Mixed Team)
Training Days:
Tuesday, 7pm & Saturday, 8am
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Charis Woo
Field hockey is played on natural grass and artificial turf with a small, hard ball. The game is popular in numerous parts of the world, particularly in Europe, Asia, Australia and New Zealand. In Singapore, the sport is very well supported at the secondary and tertiary levels. TP Hockey teams (Men & Women) compete in the Polytechnic-ITE (POL-ITE) Hockey Games annually.
Achievements:
POL-ITE Games 2022: Gold (Men’s Team) & 4th Position (Women's Team)
Training Days:
- Monday & Wednesday, 7pm (Women’s)
- Tuesday & Thursday, 7pm (Men’s)
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Tan Thian Seng
Developed in Scandinavia in the 1970s, floorball is a fast-paced sport played indoors with ’plastic’ sticks and a ball. Playing the stick above the waist is also against the rules, making it a relatively safe sport. Each game comprises three periods of 15 minutes and involves five players and a goalkeeper with rotating substitutions. TP Floorball teams (Men & Women) compete in the Polytechnic-ITE (POL-ITE) and Institute-Varsity Polytechnic (IVP) Floorball Games annually.
Achievements:
POL-ITE Games 2022: Silver (Men’s Team) & Silver (Women’s Team)
Training Days:
- Tuesday, 7pm
- Saturday, 9am
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Tan Thian Seng
Handball is a team sport in which two teams of six outcourt players and one goalkeeper pass the ball around with the objective of throwing it into the goal of the opposing team. The game consists of two halves of 30 minutes each and the team with the most goals at the end of the game wins the match. TP Handball (Men) team competes in external competitions annually.
Training Days:
Saturday, 2pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Peter Tan
A pair of skates is portable, versatile and can be used to skate on any hard surface. Inline skating allows freedom of movement and allows the skater to maneuver the body to perform skating movements and tricks. The sport improves balance, and strengthens the upper and lower body muscles.
Training Days:
Friday, 6pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Celine Clare Lim
Judo is a combat martial art founded in Japan and has evolved into an Olympic sport. Two judo practitioners, also known as Judoka, will step into a combat ring with the objective of throwing or taking down the opponent, immobilise an opponent with a pin or force an opponent into submission with a choke or joint lock. TP Judo team competes in external competitions annually.
Training Days:
Thursday, 7pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Muhammad Haffiz Amin
Karate is a martial art developed in Japan under the influence of Chinese Kung Fu. A karate practitioner is called a karateka and the aim is to master the art of punching, kicking, knee strikes, elbow strikes and open-hand techniques such as knife-hands, palm-heel hands and spear hands. TP Karate team competes in external competitions annually.
Training Days:
Wednesday, 7pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Muhammad Haffiz Amin
Kayak racing is a water sport growing in popularity. The first kayaks were made of driftwood and animal skins by the natives of Asia and North America. Modern kayaks are made of metal, fiberglass and rubber, making them stronger, more durable and portable. TP Kayak Racing team competes in the Polytechnic-ITE (POL-ITE) Canoe Sprints and external competitions annually.
Achievements:
POL-ITE Games 2022: Bronze (Men’s Team) & Gold (Women’s Team)
Training Days:
- Tuesday & Wednesday, 6.30pm
- Saturday, 7am (Bedok Reservoir)
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Koh Wen Kiat
Lifesaving is a unique sport, where the skills are developed primarily for humanitarian purposes and applied for competition. The sport provides a platform for lifeguards to come together to develop their skills in drowning prevention and attending to water-related injuries. It involves a myriad of simulated scenarios such as swimming to a submerged manikin, bringing the manikin to the surface and swimming to the edge of the pool. To get involved in the sport, a person needs a Bronze Medallion certification.
Training Days:
Monday, 6.30pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Peter Tan
The mind sport is a board game of strategy for two players. As opposed to physical exercise, the competition is based on strategy and endgame methods. The common board games played in TP are Xiangqi and International Chess. TP Mind Sports team participates in external competitions annually.
Training Days:
Wednesday, 7pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Tan Yeuan Huei
Netball is a popular ball sport played by two teams of seven players each. The objective of the game is for teams to score by shooting into the goal ring. Unique to the game, players are assigned specific roles and move around within the restricted areas on court to maintain or gain possession of the ball. TP Netball team competes in the Polytechnic-ITE (POL-ITE) Games and Institute-Varsity Polytechnic (IVP) Games annually.
Achievements:
- IVP Games 2022: 4th Position
- POL-ITE Games 2022: Bronze
Training Days:
Tuesday & Thursday, 7pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Nur Soleha Kamal
Rugby is an intense and physical sport, requiring its players to be robust and resilient. With the traditional 15-a-side game, the aim is to score more points than the opposition team by carrying, kicking and passing the ball. In recent years, the sport has been injected with more action and exhilaration through the 7-a-side game. Every year, TP Rugby Team competes in the Polytechnic-ITE (POL-ITE) Rugby Games (15s). With its physicality, competitiveness and strategic play, rugby is truly an exhilarating sport to behold.
Achievements:
POL-ITE Games 2022: Gold
Training Days:
Tuesday & Thursday, 7pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Muhammad Haffiz Amin
Silat is an ancient form of martial arts originating from Southeast Asia. It is an impressive performance that combines powerful strikes with intricate joint manipulation techniques. Recently, UNESCO has recognised Silat as an important part of the intangible cultural heritage of the region. The TP Silat team is proud to represent this cherished martial art annually in external competitions, most notably the IVP Silat competition organised by the Singapore Silat Federation, in both the Seni and Tanding categories.
Training Days:
Wednesday, 7pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Azman Mohamed
The sport that needs no introduction. Commonly known in this region as football, the game is estimated to be played by over 250 million players in over 200 countries, making it the world’s most popular sport. TP Soccer teams (Men & Women) compete in the Polytechnic-ITE (POL-ITE) Soccer Games and SR Nathan Challenge Trophy Soccer Tournament annually.
Achievements:
- S R Nathan Soccer Challenge Trophy 2022: Silver (Women’s Team)
- POL-ITE Games 2022: 5th Position (Men's Team) & Silver (Women’s Team)
Training Days:
- Men's: Monday & Wednesday, 7pm
- Women's: Tuesday & Thursday, 7pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Tan Yeuan Huei
TP offers an exhilarating and unique opportunity for its students to participate in sport climbing as a CCA. It is an indoor form of rock climbing, which does not require the use of ropes or harnesses, and instead relies on the climbers’ agility and strength. With the help of their coaches, students can learn the art of bouldering and hone their skillset. The TP Sport Climbing team competes in the Polytechnic-ITE (POL-ITE) Sport Climbing (Bouldering) Championship annually, which provides them with the opportunity to showcase their talents and gain the recognition they deserve.
Achievements:
POL-ITE Games 2022: Gold (Overall)
Training Days:
Monday & Tuesday, 7pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Muhammad Haffiz Amin
Swimming is the second most popular exercise activity in Singapore and is one of the most popular Olympic sports. It requires the use of one's entire body to move through water. For competition, the swimming events generally consists of butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, freestyle and individual medley. Swimming is good for physical health as it burns lots of calories, is easy on the joints, supports your weight, builds muscular strength and endurance. TP Swimming teams (Men & Women) compete in the Polytechnic-ITE (POL-ITE) and Institute-Varsity Polytechnic (IVP) Swimming Championship annually.
Achievements:
- IVP Games 2022: Silver (Men’s Team), Gold (Women’s Team) & Gold (Team Overall)
- POL-ITE Games 2022: Gold (Men’s Team) & Gold (Women’s Team)
Training Days:
Wednesday & Friday, 7pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Jow Pei Jun
Table tennis, also known as ping-pong, is another familiar sport in Singapore. Play is fast and demands quick reactions and movements, making it an exciting sport to watch as well. TP Table Tennis Teams (Men & Women) compete in the Polytechnic-ITE (POL-ITE) and Institute-Varsity Polytechnic (IVP) Table-Tennis Games annually.
Achievements:
- IVP Games 2022: 4th Position (Women’s Team)
- POL-ITE Games 2022: Gold (Men’s Team) & Silver (Women’s Team)
Training Days:
Monday & Wednesday, 7pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Charis Woo
Taekwondo is the oldest Korean martial art and is still included in the Korean military training today. Taekwondo competitions involve poomsae, a set of defined pattern defence and attack techniques, and kyorugi, which involves sparring with an opponent. TP Taekwondo Team competes in the Polytechnic-ITE (POL-ITE) Taekwondo Games and external competitions annually.
Achievements:
POL-ITE Games 2022: Gold
Training Days:
Tuesday & Thursday, 7pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Tan Lui Hua
Tchoukball is an indoor team sport developed in the 1970s that is non-aggressive (non-contact and no intercept of passes) and reduces incidence of injuries while enabling people from all walks of life to enjoy the game. The sport is usually played on an indoor court with a trampoline goal frame at each end. Each team comprises 7 players and they can score at both ends of the court. In order to score a point, the ball must be thrown by an attacking player, hit the trampoline goal and bounce outside the goal zone (“D”) without being caught by the defending team.
Achievements:
POL-ITE Games 2022: 5th Position (Men's Team) & Silver (Women’s Team)
Training Days:
Tuesday & Friday, 7pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Tan Thian Seng
Tennis is a familiar racquet sport that is usually played on outdoor courts between two players (singles) or between two teams of two players each (doubles). An Olympic sport, tennis is popular with many people of all ages regardless of their social background. TP Tennis Teams (Men & Women) compete in the Polytechnic-ITE (POL-ITE) Tennis Games annually.
Achievements:
POL-ITE Games 2022: Bronze (Men’s Team) & Silver (Women’s Team)
Training Days:
- Men's: Tuesday & Thursday, 7pm
- Women's: Monday & Thursday, 7pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Pang Seng Hui
Touch Football, or Touch Rugby as it is sometimes known, is an increasingly popular sport amongst young men and women in Singapore. The game is played with two teams of six players and requires players to use their hands to touch their opponents on any part of the body, clothing or the ball, instead of tackling in the traditional physical way. The rules of the game are simple and straightforward, making it easy to learn and a safe alternative to traditional physical contact sports. Touch Football in TP is only for females and the team competes in the Polytechnic-ITE (POL-ITE) and Institute-Varsity Polytechnic (IVP) Touch Football Games annually.
Achievements:
- IVP Games 2022: 4th Position
- POL-ITE Games 2022: Bronze
Training Days:
Monday & Thursday, 6.30p
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Muhammad Haffiz Amin
TP Fitness is a passionate group of students who are dedicated to promoting fitness, health and wellness through activities such as Spartan 300 fitness challenges, TP Powerlifting meets, and providing CCA students with strength and conditioning support. TP Fitness members will also be educated on the proper use of gym equipment to make their workouts more effective and efficient, as well as how to maintain the gym safely. This comprehensive approach to fitness will enable students to lead a healthier lifestyle and achieve their fitness goals.
Training Days:
- Monday, 6.30pm
- Saturday, 9.30am
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Muhammad Haffiz Amin
Track and field events are divided into three broad categories: track events, field events and combined events. Track events include sprints, middle and long-distance events, hurdles and relays. Field events are grouped into two broad categories, jumps and throws. TP Track & Field Team competes in the Polytechnic-ITE (POL-ITE) and Institute-Varsity Polytechnic (IVP) Track & Field Championship annually.
Achievements:
POL-ITE Games 2022: 5th Position (Men's Team) & Bronze (Women’s Team)
Training Days:
Monday & Wednesday, 6.30pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Tan Lui Hua
Triathlon is a multi-sport event with three continuous endurance components. The most common are swimming, cycling and running over various distances. Triathletes compete for the fastest overall completion time. TP Triathlon team competes in external competitions annually.
Training Days:
- Monday, 6.30pm (Running)
- Wednesday, 6.30pm (Swimming)
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Jow Pei Jun
A game of Ultimate Frisbee is played by two teams with a flying disc on a field. The objective is to score by catching the disc in the opponent’s end zone. Ultimate Frisbee is a fast-paced game, demanding its players to demonstrate sharp throwing and catching skills, along with great stamina and agility. TP Ultimate Frisbee team competes in the Polytechnic-ITE (POL-ITE) and Institute-Varsity Polytechnic (IVP) Ultimate Frisbee Games annually.
Achievements:
POL-ITE Games 2022: 4th Position
Training Days:
Tuesday & Friday, 7pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Nur Soleha Kamal
Volleyball is played by two teams of six players, separated by a net. By grounding a ball on the other team's court, each team tries to score points. The ball is usually played with the hands or arms, but players can contact the ball with any part of the body. Techniques used in volleyball include spiking and blocking, passing, setting, and specialised player positions and offensive and defensive structures. TP Volleyball (Men & Women) teams compete in the Polytechnic-ITE (POL-ITE) and Institute-Varsity Polytechnic (IVP) Volleyball Games annually.
Achievements:
- POL-ITE Games 2022: Gold (Men’s Team) & Gold (Women’s Team)
- IVP Games 2022: Gold (Men’s Team) & Silver (Women’s Team)
Training Days:
Wednesday & Friday, 6.30pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Tan Yeuan Huei
Water Polo is a physically demanding team water sport played over 4 quarters, consisting of two teams of 6 field players and 1 goalkeeper each. Gameplay involves swimming, handling and passing the ball, and players score by throwing the ball into the goal defended by a goalkeeper. TP Water Polo team competes in the Polytechnic-ITE (POL-ITE) Water Polo Games annually.
Achievements:
NUS Water Polo Challenge 2022: Bronze
Training Days:
Tuesday & Thursday, 6.30pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Jow Pei Jun
The TP Adventure Club (TPAC) organises exciting outdoor and adventure activities that are open to all TP students. These activities include overseas adventure expeditions, camps, kayaking, cycling, trekking, mountaineering, wildlife/environmental appreciation and other campus-wide events suitable for all skill levels.
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Cyrano Latiff
Applied Science Studies Club focuses on the personal growth and holistic development of Applied Science students. Other than school-wide events (such as Freshmen Orientation Programme, ASC Townhall, Healthy Lifestyle Week and Leadership Training Camp) to enrich students’ life, we also work with A Good Space Co-operative Limited, on grooming student leaders into change-makers at social issues (e.g. youth-at-risk, migrant workers).
Meeting Day:
Event basis
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Seetoh Pei Jia
Business Studies Club (BSC) consists of a group of student leaders who plans and organises school-wide activities and events for all students in the School of Business. The activities include leadership camps, community service projects, arts and sports events as well as programmes to enhance the well-being and holistic development of the students.
The activities and events are planned to take place throughout the entire academic year. On average, BSC runs about 20 activities and events per academic year.
CCA Staff Advisor: Dr Denise Teo
"A Caring Heart & Volunteering Spirit" is the motto that guides the purpose of activities initiated by the TP Community Service Club (CSC). TPCSC aims to instil the spirit of volunteerism in TP students and build a strong base of volunteers to serve the community. It runs both long-term and ad-hoc events across the following sectors: Eldercare, Children & Family Services, Special Needs and Other Special Causes. If you have a heart for the community and want to pay it forward, come join TP CSC as a member now!
Meeting Day:
Event basis
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Zara Choo & Ms Ng Qihui
CSC email: csc@student.tp.edu.sg
Design Studies Club (DSC) is a group of student leaders who plans and organises school-wide activities and events for all students in the School of Design. Some of the activities and events that they have organised include the Director's Cup, Jam for Lunch, Appreciation Day and Design Year Book.
The events and activities run throughout the entire academic year. On average, DSC runs about 15 events or activities per academic year.
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Gail Goodenough & Mr Julian Siau
Engineering Studies Club (ESC) is the nerve centre of student life in the School of Engineering, and each year, its student leaders take the lead to organise student-centered events such as student camps and the annual Orientation programme for Freshmen, as well as provide student support for school events such as the annual TP Open House.
Apart from organising events, ESC also focuses on students' well-being and bringing more fun-filled activities to the School of Engineering.
These events include (not limited to):
- Student Welfare Week
- Wish Upon a Tree
- Community Services (i.e. Beach Cleaning)
- End of Academic Year event (i.e. Movie Screening Night)
Meeting Day:
Event Basis
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Tyler Yong
The Fitness Through Science Interest Group's vision is to inspire, perspire and respire together, as we create an enjoyable fitness journey through science. Putting together our skills, knowledge and heart from the School of Applied Science (ASC), our mission is to inspire our fellow students and staff to embark on an active and healthy lifestyle journey in both the mental and physical faculties. Our club is formed by student leaders from ASC who embody the spirit of active living, while driving some of our initiatives such as IPPT training, Learn-a-sport, and ASC Healthy Lifestyle Week.
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Lester Lim, Mr Alden Toh
Students of the School of Humanities & Social Sciences (HSS) are members of the Club. This club aims to provide holistic student development beyond the classroom with various activities and programmes organised to help our students to achieve the following mission:
- Connecting Past & Present - To build pride and sense of belonging
- Challenging the Best - To inspire the rest
- Caring across the Spectrum - To build a culture of inclusiveness
- Contributing to Greater Good - To strengthen a sense of community
Some of the activities and programmes organised by the Club include the following:
- Freshmen Orientation (Freshmen Briefing)
- HSS Sports Day
- Student Forum
- Local Community Project
- Overseas Community Project (e.g. volunteer work in Cambodia)
Meeting Day:
Once a month
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Sheena Kumari Singh, Ms Caroline Lu
The Informatics & IT Studies Club (IITSC) represents the students of the School of Informatics & IT (IIT). It organises activities that enrich the student experience, build strong character and leadership skills and support an overall holistic educational experience for students.
The IITSC works closely with the P10 Clubs to ensure the following aims and exemplify the TP Spirit:
- Leverage the strengths of our competency in IT to help the community;
- Promote a caring and sharing community, and encourage volunteerism among students;
- Promote positive physical and social well-being among students;
- Provide students with a platform to showcase their talents and build their confidence;
- Provide avenues for leadership growth.
Meeting Day:
Event basis
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Dion Ang
Temasek Polytechnic Sports Club (TPSC) is a non-academic Constituent Club in TP that is committed to bringing about a vibrant campus, a healthy lifestyle, and community bonding through a wide array of physical activities. TPSC believes in inclusivity and aims to empower students through activities specially curated by the club. A notable event organised by TPSC in AY2022/2023 was the National Day Sports Carnival to celebrate National Day through group activities, in line with the theme "Stronger Together, Majulah!". Another event was the Mental Health Awareness Climbathon that promotes mental wellness amongst the TP community and public.
More recently, TPSC started to work actively with TP's P10 Constituent Clubs in various events to bring vibrancy to the school as one big family. Come join us now and let's bring a change to TP together!
Training Day:
Event basis
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Heinz Loy
The Temasek Polytechnic Students’ Union (TPSU) is the largest student organisation in TP. Every TP student is automatically a member. Members are strongly encouraged to participate in the myriad of activities that TPSU has planned for the TP community. TPSU actively seeks welfare benefits for its members. Find out more at TPSU's Instagram page!
Meeting Day:
- Executive Committee Meeting on the second Tuesday of each month
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Ng Qihui & Mr Desmond Lim
The Business Ambassadors (BA) is a group of students from all Business diplomas trained to undertake the smooth execution of events and functions hosted by the School of Business. Some of the key roles that BAs perform are emceeing, registration, crowd control, presenting and assisting in school talks and outreach exhibitions. The BAs have also participated in events such as Partners-in-Education, TP Graduation Ceremony and TP Open House.
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Selene Goh
The Design Student Ambassadors are the face and voice of our School of Design student body. They represent our student body in all outward facing events and activities such as Open House, Design Show, Graduation Show, Outreach programmes etc. They help to usher, guide and lead school tours too.
Meeting Day:
Event basis
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Julian Siau
Engineering Makers Club (EMC) aims to develop creativity and spark an interest in various areas of engineering among students and student maker coaches, through various hands-on workshops and student-led interest projects that impart essential engineering skills and DIY knowledge to participants. EMC also conducts outreach activities and workshops to the general public and secondary schools to spread awareness and interest in engineering.
To equip members with the necessary skills, training is provided in a wide range of areas such as, but not limited to, laser cutting, 3D modeling and printing, as well as microbit programming. These skills will be helpful in students' project work and even through their internship in their final year.
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Ho Peng Ching
Engineering (ENG) Student Ambassadors aims to promote Temasek Polytechnic’s School of Engineering to secondary school students, as well as parents through outreach activities held within and outside TP. Over time, ENG Student Ambassadors develop good people, time management and communication skills through a learning journey in this interest group.
Ambassadors take turns to support outreach activities to promote the School of Engineering to secondary school students.
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Andrew Tham
The Temasek Polytechnic Entrepreneurship Group aims to provide a platform to identify, nurture and groom students who possess interest and strength in innovation and entrepreneurship (including social entrepreneurship). Members will be expected to promote entrepreneurial mindset and organise relevant activities such as talks, workshops, competitions, trips and events for their TP peers and the community. Members will also have opportunities to plan, execute and manage entrepreneurial-themed ventures.
Achievements:
2022 was an eventful year for the Entrepreneurship Group. We witnessed teams (comprising Entrepreneurship Group members) winning the gold and silver placings at the Asean Virtual Entrepreneurship Hackathon 2022. This event was organised by the Passage to Asean Association (P2A), which TP played the part of co-host.
We also hosted two social media marketing workshops with Tampines Residency to support homebakers. These workshops were facilitated by members of the Entrepreneurship Group, who also contributed as workshop trainers.
The return of the Campus Care Network (CCN) Day 2022 (physical event) provided an opportunity for members to hone their entrepreneurial skills, where students successfully sold hand-crafted flower bouquets and contributed to the CCN Fund.
On the fun side of things, the Entrepreneurship Group collaborated with a fellow TP student start-up, SGFishingRigz, to co-organise a fishing appreciation and competition session for TP students in Nov 2022.
Meeting Day:
- Bi-weekly online / offline meetings
- Regular monthly events for members and sub-committees
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Ng Shin Leong, Ms Chen Yireng
The Global Connect Student Group (GCSG) caters to interests in the following topics:
- The United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)
- Diversity and Inclusiveness
- Cultural Expressions
These topics will help hone your soft skills and prepare you for a globally-connected and greening workplace and economy. Members may take on the roles of hosts, emcees, event helpers, gallery guides, programme co-curators with staff and more for the following events:
-National Integration Council's award-winning Global Community Day
- Passage 2 ASEAN (P2A) student e-exchange programmes with ASEAN university students
- World Vision Youth for Change Conference and 30-Hour Famine Event
- Youth Model ASEAN Conference
- Community service engagements targeting the UN SDGs and/or Sustainability
- Inter-polytechnic events such as Civic Conversations Engagement, Workplace Integration In Action and Cross-Cultural Symposium
- Representing TP at national platforms (e.g. Harmony Champions)
- Leadership development and training
Meeting Day:
Event basis
CCA Staff Advisors:
- General: Mr Cedric Metrat-Depardon, Mr Leslie Chan
- UNSDG & Sustainability: Ms Zhang Yu, Ms Lee Siang Jin
- Diversity & Inclusion: Ms Ting Lee Hoon
- Arts, Culture, Heritage: Ms Lim Lin Da
Going Green is not a good-to-have anymore. It is a must-have right now! You and I have a mission to make our Home GREEN. The TP Green Interest Group (TPGIG) was founded in 2009. It aims to raise awareness about Environmental and Animal Conservation and is a CCA for students who wish to contribute to the environment. The events and programmes organised include coastal clean-ups, talks, nature hikes, upcycling art and learning journeys, which are all designed to have fun while encouraging students to be involved in and responsible for the environment.
In addition, TPGIG works closely with TP’s Eco-Campus Committee to improve our school’s environment. Hence, students will have opportunities for their environmental ideas to be implemented in the whole of TP; Young Voices Matter. Remember, we have just one home – Earth. Let’s take care of her.
Be part of us. Be Green. Join TPGIG today!
Past Large-scale Projects:
- Wynist Mass Coastal Clean Up (2022)
- Eco-conference (2022)
- Prime Minister’s Chinese New Year Garden Party (2023)
- Christmas Tree Moments & Adopt-A-Christmas Tree (2021)
Meeting Day:
Event basis
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Aubrey Koh , Mrs Mary Thomas
The Institution of Engineers, Singapore (IES) is the premier engineering Institution in Singapore and is often called upon by the Government to provide feedback on professional engineering matters. As one of its 12 student chapters in Singapore, IES-TP Student Chapter’s objectives are:
- Advancing and promoting the art, science and profession of engineering
- Providing a platform for engineering students in Singapore to network
Students are involved in organising workshops and industry visits, attending engineering-related professional conferences and community service projects, or supporting overseas student exchange programmes.
Meeting Day:
Once a month
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Hu Fang
The Japanese Cultural Group promotes Japanese culture and inculcates life skills such as people management and events management, in a fun and interactive way. Our activities are broad and varied, ranging from Anime and Manga, Arts and Entertainment, Cuisines to Japanese Language and Cultural Research, E-Xchanges with foreign tertiary institutions in Japan and where possible, a Cultural Immersion Trip to Japan. There is certainly something for you with our numerous unique events and weekly sessions.
Highlights:
We have partnered with these organisations and have been involved in their events:
- Ishikawa Prefecture Kanazawa Commercial High School, taking part in an e-exchange programme with their students
- Japanese Association of Singapore (JAS), taking part in their annual Sports Carnival and Natsu Matsuri (summer festival)
- Shizuoka Prefectural Government Representative Office (registered in Singapore), flying drones at the foot of Mt Fuji – remotely in Singapore
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Leslie Chan, Ms Nurulhuda Adanan
LEAD Ambassadors aims to provide various platforms for students under the Temasek LEADership Programme (Temasek LEAD) to lead, serve, contribute and share knowledge. Members value-add to the LEAD community through the organising of meaningful and impactful programmes. Besides these, the group provides learning opportunities and experiences for LEAD students, while assisting and supporting the Centre for Character & Leadership Education (CCLE) in the organising of LEAD programmes. Members also coordinate with LEAD Alumni on possible collaborations to benefit the LEAD community.
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Farhan Kamis
The National Youth Achievement Award (NYAA) is a prestigious award that is recognised in many countries including Singapore. TP NYAA Challenge Interest Group aims to help Gold Award Participants (GAPs) in the completion of the NYAA (Gold) by organising activities that meet the following criteria:
- Healthy Living
- Outdoor Appreciation
- Service Learning
- Community Leadership Initiative
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Simon Chew
Peer Supporters-in-Action (PSiA) aims to equip students with the knowledge about mental health so that anyone can be a supporter to their fellow peers. PSiA also strives to provide a safe platform for all students to feel comfortable about sharing their stories with one another. Together with the Student Care team from Student Support & Career Services, activities and programmes are carried out to create a friendlier environment in TP and to raise awareness about mental health.
Participating students can look forward to the following:
- Learn peer support skills to better support your friends and loved ones
- Participate in/organise events, such as Anti-bullying Campaign and World Mental Health Week
- Make new friends in Friendly Friday sessions
- Collaborate with other Interest Groups to learn new skills together and expand social circle
- And many more!
All students are welcome to join us in this peer support movement!
Meeting Day:
Event basis
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Marilyn Kang
Project Innov8 focuses on providing students with the opportunities to learn design thinking-based skills and rapid prototyping, as well as enabling students to refine these skills in inter-disciplinary teams by working on various internal and industry projects. Members of Project Innov8 will be able to fully utilise Makerspace+ in Temasek Launchpad, as well as get certified as a makercoach to teach and help other students with prototyping-based skills.
Meeting Day:
Event & project basis
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Nathanael Mah
SENvocates is a CCA interest group dedicated to:
- Raising awareness/advocating for special educational needs (SEN) and disabilities
- Providing peer support to fellow TP students with SEN
- Participating in/organising disability-related events, such as the Purple Parade
- Volunteering with external organisations and social service agencies, such as SG Enable and SPD
Together with the SEN Support Division from Student Support & Career Services, we aim to foster a TP that is inclusive for all – where every student, regardless of one’s challenges, is empowered by the support of our SENvocates, as well as making a difference to the disabled communities outside of TP.
If you are keen to join us, do fill in this form!
Meeting Day:
Event basis
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Winston Wong
The Spirit Of Enterprise (SOE)-TP Student Chapter aims to foster an entrepreneurial spirit and mindset among students in the School of Business and TP.
The Student Chapter develops entrepreneurship capabilities by organising entrepreneurship events, webinars, workshops, networking sessions with industry mentors and start-ups, as well as encouraging members to participate in and organise hackathons.
Achievements:
The Student Chapter has collaborated with both the School of Business and School of Informatics & IT to co-create a TP marketplace app (a ‘sandbox’ on Mobile Commerce), which aims to influence fellow students to embark on an innovation and entrepreneurial journey.
Meeting Day:
Monthly EXCO Meeting / Event basis
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr John Low
Are you looking for a space where you can boost your confidence and presentation skills in a practical and meaningful way? Through well-organised and exuberant "Chapter Meetings", members of TP Toastmasters (TPTM) can test and improve their public speaking, impromptu thinking and evaluation skills.
Toastmasters is a non-profit educational organisation that teaches public speaking and leadership skills to members. Recognised by employers as indicators of personal growth and excellence, completing "Levels" in the Toastmasters Pathways will give you an extra edge in the corporate world. Good communication skills are also instilled through networking opportunities with other Toastmasters clubs in Singapore.
Your growth is TPTM's number one priority! Join us, step out of your comfort zone and experience revolutionary transformation.
Achievements:
- 2nd runner up in the Area S4 Speech Contest Contest (2021)
- 2nd runner up in the S1/S4 District 80 Table Topics Contest (2020)
Training Day:
1st and 3rd Friday, 6.30pm to 8.30pm
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Charmaine Oei, Mr Jeffrey Tan
As a TP Ambassador, you are an official student representative of Temasek Polytechnic (TP). Your role is to boost visibility of the TP brand through your interaction with the public and also your presence on social media fronts. You will be an influencer and you will share and create TP’s brand with our online audience. You will be the face of TP and you will showcase TP as a dynamic institution, ready to welcome students from all walks of life. You will learn media production skills and be involved in content creation projects to help drive engagement with our vibrant TP community. You will, in essence, be trained to market TP to the rest of the world on various fronts.
Meeting Day:
Monthly
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Tiffany Goh
The Civil Defence (CD) Lionhearters Club members are youth volunteers under the Singapore Civil Defence Force. This groups provides an avenue for tertiary students to be engaged in civil defence, emergency preparedness and humanitarian missions. Some of the activities that members can look forward to include:
- Singapore-Global Firefighters and Paramedics Challenge (SGFPC)
- Fire station visits
- Standard First Aid (SFA) course
- Community Emergency Preparedness Programme (CEPP)
- First Aid Coverage for TP events
Training Day:
Event basis
CCA Staff Advisor: Mr Lye Khim Fatt
Have you ever wanted to be more confident in speaking and in persuading others to your point of view? If you answered yes, then TP Debates could be the place for you!
Learn the art of logic and rhetoric through thrilling, parliamentary-style debating; Expand your knowledge and view of the world as we debate major topics and current affairs; Participate in competitions to face off against other like-minded debaters.
TP Debates clinched the championship title in several debate championships and here are some of the highlights:
- Inter-Polytechnic Debate Championships 2022
- Singapore International Schools Debate League 2021
Training Days:
Monday & Thursday, 6.30pm to 8.30pm (In-person at TP)
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Choy Wai Fann
The TP-Institute of Public Relations of Singapore Student Chapter is an industry-based interest group that seeks to create greater awareness of public relations (PR) and the industry among TP students. We aim to equip TP students with essential PR skills and provide opportunities for exposure to the industry through mentorship programmes and talks.
Achievements:
Our past three Presidents of the interest group won the PR Student of the Year at the PRISM Awards, a well-recognised accolade in the PR industry. We have also organised many industry events with leading PR practitioners sharing their thoughts and opinions about the industry.
Meeting Day:
Event basis
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Lily Lim & Ms Eunice Chua
Temasek Polytechnic International Students Group (TPISG) is a student interest group under the International Relations Office to meet the emotional, social and practical needs of our international students, and to help them integrate into the local Singaporean as well as TP community. Local students are welcome to participate in the programmes to interact with international students, for social and cross-cultural experiences such as:
- Week of Welcome for international freshmen
- National Integration Council's award-winning Global Community Day, which includes the Opening Event, River Dialogue, Sustainability Programme, Photo Contest, Exhibition Guided Tours, cultural workshops, tours with the foreign communities and talks
- Student eXchange programmes
- Local Festivals and Celebrations
- Community Service
- Leadership Development training
- Inter-polytechnic events such as One Heart, Youth Model ASEAN Conference, Cross-Cultural Symposium, Workplace Integration In Action
Meeting Day:
- Bi-weekly online meetings
- Regular monthly events for members and sub-committees.
CCA Staff Advisor: Ms Boey Suit Yim, Ms Aidli Mosbit & Ms Mindy Nguyen
This is a dynamic group of TPians who has a passion to write and visually represent their work. The styles of writing can be varied but working on themes and building a writing dossier of dynamic work is the mission. There are so many issues that confront our world. It is time for us to express and exchange our thoughts and in this process, educate all on our concerns so tomorrow will be brighter and better.
Meeting Day:
Wednesday evenings
CCA Staff Advisor: Mrs Mary Thomas & Ms Nazlene Zainal Alias