What are MLCs?
- What are MLCs?
MLCs are short, bite-sized and activity-based courses delivered via a mobile app. Each MLC consists of 10 to 20 lessons with each lesson having a duration of about 15 mins.
Micro-Learning Courses (MLCs) are online courses that run on your mobile devices so that you can learn anytime, anywhere.
You can choose from over 120 MLCs listed in the various categories below. Singaporeans aged 25 and above can purchase the MLCs using their SkillsFuture Credit.
Organizations interested to explore MLCs for corporate training can contact us for more info on subscription package pricing with dashboard features.
Sustainability design skills have been spotlighted as one of the priority skills in SSG Skills Demand for the Future Economy 2021 Report.
You can acquire these in-demand skills with the following Sustainability-related Micro-Learning Courses we offer:
Learners who completed the above may qualify for a subject exemption or Continuing Professional Development points. Please click on the links for more details on the respective course pages.
Accredited Suite Courses are groups of MLCs that have accreditation values leading to full or partial module exemptions* in TP’s Diploma or Post-Diploma programmes.
* T&C apply – please refer to FAQ on Exemptions
MLCs are short, bite-sized and activity-based courses delivered via a mobile app. Each MLC consists of 10 to 20 lessons with each lesson having a duration of about 15 mins.
Since the MLCs are delivered via a mobile app, you can learn anytime, anywhere and with anyone within the same course. Each of the lessons are also short and presented in multiple modes of learning (quiz, reflection, activity-based tasks, discussion, etc.), thereby making them more easily digestible and engaging.
Most online courses are designed for desktop video-based learning. Our MLCs are designed primarily for mobile learning. The lessons are short, 15 minutes on average, and are learnt by completing little learning action boxes. It also works offline by downloading the lessons to your smartphone. Our instructors can also update new lessons when needed to provide just-in-time learning scenarios for learners to apply their knowledge to real-world situations.
You can check out the list of MLCs offered by Temasek Polytechnic here.
There are no previews available. However, you can learn more about the MLCs at our website.
There is no stipulated timeframe or expiry date for the MLCs, so learners can complete the MLCs at their own pace. However, you may sometimes receive gentle reminder notifications or emails from the app to encourage you to complete your MLC.
Yes, new MLCs will be developed to meet the learning and training needs of the various industries.
There are currently a few Accredited Suite Courses leading to accreditation in Temasek Polytechnic's Diploma or Post-Diploma programmes. Details of the accreditation benefits can be found in the individual MLC Suite Courses.
You will receive an electronic Certificate of Completion issued by Temasek Polytechnic, which you may post to your LinkedIn profile.
Participants who have completed with due diligence, the Accredited Suite Courses leading to full module exemptions, may enjoy up to ONE full module exemption upon successful admission into the relevant Diploma or Post-Diploma programme offered by Temasek Polytechnic, subject to the approval of the polytechnic. Please note that this will take effect from AY2018/19 Oct semester onwards and applicants must apply for the programme within 4 years from the date of completion of their Accredited Suite Courses.
For example, if you have completed the MICE Management Suite Courses, you will be eligible to apply for the Specialist Diploma in Hotel Operations & Management offered by Temasek Polytechnic. Upon successful admission, you may enjoy the full exemption for the MICE Management module that is offered in the programme.
No. Participants who have completed the Accredited Suite Courses leading to full module exemptions are only entitled to a maximum of ONE full module exemption.
For example, if you have completed the Oral Presentation Suite Courses and the Principles of Management Suite Courses, you will be eligible to apply for the Diploma in Business Practice (Business Administration) offered by Temasek Polytechnic. Upon successful admission, you may choose to be fully exempted from EITHER the Oral Presentation & Meeting module OR the Principles of Management module that is offered in the diploma programme.
Participants who have completed with due diligence, the Accredited Suite Courses leading to partial module exemptions, may opt for partial exemptions for all the relevant modules offered in the Diploma or Post-Diploma programme offered by Temasek Polytechnic, subject to the approval of the polytechnic. Please note that this will take effect from AY2018/19 Oct semester onwards and applicants must apply for the programme within 4 years from the date of completion of their Accredited Suite Courses. Please also note that applicants will still be required to pay for the modules with partial exemption.
For example, if you have completed the Smart Sensor and Devices Suite Courses, you will be eligible to apply for the Specialist Diploma in Industrial Internet of Things. Upon successful admission, you may opt for partial exemptions for the Smart Sensor and Devices module offered in the programme. Partial exemptions can be granted in the form of exemptions from theoretical lessons and/or test components. However, participants will still be required to attend lessons and sit for assessments that have practical components.
Yes. Participants may opt for partial exemptions from all the relevant modules offered in the Diploma or Post-Diploma programme offered by Temasek Polytechnic.
For example, if you have completed the Smart Sensor and Devices Suite Courses and the IIOT Connectivity Suite Courses, you will be eligible to apply for the Specialist Diploma in Industrial Internet of Things. Upon successful admission, you may opt for partial exemptions for both the Smart Sensor and Devices module and the IIOT Connectivity module in the programme. Partial exemptions can be granted in the form of exemptions from theoretical lessons and/or test components. However, participants will still be required to attend lessons and sit for assessments that have practical components.
Yes, you may choose not to be partially exempted for the relevant module(s) should you decide to take up the full module(s) and complete all scheduled lessons and assessments.
The prices of the MLCs can be found in our webpage here.
You can make payment via credit card at our partner's (Gnowbe) payment gateway when you click 'Buy Now' in our website. Upon successful payment and registration, you will receive a receipt via email and you may start your course immediately.
There is no subsidy available for the MLCs.
Yes, you can use your SkillsFuture Credit to pay for the course fees.
No. As individuals will be given immediate full access to the MLCs upon successful payment, there will not be any refund for the MLCs purchased.
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