Credit exemptions allow students to be exempted from specific course modules or requirements based on their previous academic achievements or professional experience. These exemptions acknowledge that students have already acquired the necessary knowledge or skills in a particular subject area, allowing them to focus on more advanced or specialized coursework. Credit exemptions involve a thorough evaluation of a student's transcripts, certificates or other supporting documentation. Embry-Riddle will review these materials to determine if the prior learning or professional experience aligns with the degree requirements the student is pursuing. Credit exemptions are made on a case-by-case basis.
Most students holding a polytechnic diploma will receive at least 30 credit exemptions; however, many are eligible for more. The average number of exemptions a polytechnic diploma holder receives at Embry-Riddle is 45 credits.
Embry-Riddle has established articulation agreements with several institutes of higher learning in Singapore and the surrounding region.
Ngee Ann Polytechnic
| ERAU Courses | Polytechnic Programs | Credit Exemptions | Remaining Duration |
| Bachelor of Science in Aviation Business Administration | Diploma in Aerospace Engineering | Up to 33 Credits | Up to 2.5 years |
| Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics | Diploma in Aerospace Engineering | Up to 51 Credits | Up to 2 years |
| Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics | Diploma in Aerospace Engineering | Up to 27 Credits | Up to 2.5 years |
| Bachelor of Science in Engineering | Diploma in Aerospace Engineering | Up to 9 Credits | Up to 3.5 years |
Republic Polytechnic
| ERAU Courses | Polytechnic Programs | Credit Exemptions | Remaining Duration |
| Bachelor of Science in Aviation Business Administration | Diploma in Aviation Management | Up to 36 Credits | Up to 2.5 years |
| Bachelor of Science in Aviation Business Administration | Diploma in Aerospace Engineering | Up to 36 Credits | Up to 2.5 years |
| Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics | Diploma in Aviation Management | Up to 51 Credits | Up to 2 years |
| Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics | Diploma in Aerospace Engineering | Up to 51 Credits | Up to 2 years |
| Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics | Diploma in Aviation Management | Up to 30 Credits | Up to 2.5 years |
| Bachelor of Science in Engineering | Diploma in Aerospace Engineering | Up to 12 Credits | Up to 3.5 years |
| Bachelor of Science in Engineering | Diploma in Aviation Management | Up to 12 Credits | Up to 3.5 years |
Singapore Polytechnic
| ERAU Courses | Polytechnic Programs | Credit Exemptions | Remaining Duration |
| Bachelor of Science in Aviation Business Administration | Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering | Up to 36 Credits | Up to 2.5 years |
| Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics | Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering | Up to 45 Credits | Up to 2.5 years |
| Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics | Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering | Up to 30 Credits | Up to 2.5 years |
| Bachelor of Science in Engineering | Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering | Up to 9 Credits | Up to 3.5 years |
Temasek Polytechnic
| ERAU Courses | Polytechnic Programs | Credit Exemptions | Remaining Duration |
| Bachelor of Science in Aviation Business Administration | Diploma in Aerospace Engineering | Up to 42 Credits | Up to 2.5 years |
| Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics | Diploma in Aerospace Engineering | Up to 63 Credits | Up to 2 years |
| Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics | Diploma in Aerospace Engineering | Up to 39 Credits | Up to 2.5 years |
| Bachelor of Science in Engineering | Diploma in Aerospace Engineering | Up to 15 Credits | Up to 3 years |
| Bachelor of Science in Aviation Business Administration | Diploma in Aviation Management | Up to 54 Credits | Up to 2 years |
| Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics | Diploma in Aviation Management | Up to 63 Credits | Up to 2 years |
| Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics | Diploma in Aviation Management | Up to 39 Credits | Up to 2.5 years |
| Bachelor of Science in Engineering | Diploma in Aviation Management | Up to 9 Credits | Up to 3.5 years |
- The applicants will be accepted based on their merits on a case-by-case basis. Apart from academic achievements, considerations will also be given to the factors like areas of study, maturity of the applicant and demand for a particular program.
- The number of credits (or period of advanced standing) to be granted/awarded to the applicants will also depend on the average grades obtained.
- Polytechnic courses are considered for ERAU credit exemption with a grade of C or higher.
- Polytechnic Diploma course under consideration for exemption must cover a minimum of 75% of the equivalent ERAU course. This determination will be made by ERAU and is subject to change as course content at either institution is changed.
- Students studying for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma are eligible for exemptions based on their subjects and grades received. View the list of exemptions for IB Diploma holders.
- Students who have taken "A" Level examinations are eligible for exemptions based on the subjects they've taken and the grades received. View the list of exemptions for "A" Level graduates.
Holders of a Pilot License and/or Licensed Aircraft Engineer License (A&P) are eligible for credit exemptions.
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