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Talent Development

Explore our Talent Development Programmes we have in RI

Last updated 9 March 2026
Afterword

AfterWord

Our programme goes beyond literary study to encourage students to think critically, write boldly and engage deeply with English.

Bicultural Studies Programme

Bicultural Studies Programme (China)

Through immersive activities and experiences, students explore international issues involving China, the West and Southeast Asia from a Singaporean perspective.

Computer Elective

Computer Elective Programme

By offering a thoughtful blend of theory and application, we expose our students to the vast possibilities within the tech industry.

EMAS

EMAS (Elective Programme in Malay Language for Secondary Schools)

EMAS (Elective Programme in Malay Language for Secondary Schools) nurtures students’ proficiency in the Malay language while deepening their appreciation of Malay language, literature and culture.

Euler Programme

Euler Programme

Our Euler Programme offers students an extension of the mathematics curriculum that stretches their thinking and deepens their understanding through problem-centred, inquiry-based and integrative approaches.

Galileo

Galileo Programme

Our Galileo Programme offers Years 1 and 2 students a broader and deeper exploration of scientific concepts beyond the Lower Secondary Science curriculum.

Malay Special Programme

Malay Special Programme

Through MSP, students will learn to communicate in Malay language, in both speech and writing. They will also understand the culture and traditions of the Malay community in the context of a multicultural society in Singapore.

Marco Polo

Marco Polo Programme

Helmed by the Humanities Department, the Marco Polo Programme invites passionate Year 2 students to extend their learning beyond the core Raffles Programme.

Music Elective Programme

Music Elective Programme (MEP)

The MEP spans Year 1 to Year 4 and offers an in-depth exploration of music through theory, performance, and creativity.

Raffles Academy

Raffles Academy

At the Raffles Academy, we conduct special pull-out classes offering an enriched and accelerated curriculum for students who demonstrate particular talent and passion for a specific subject.

RI-Art Elective Programme

RI-Art Elective Programme

The RI-AEP spans Year 1 to Year 4 and follows a spiraling curriculum, where key artistic concepts are introduced, reinforced, and deepened across four years.

Public Speaking Competition

Speaking and Writing Competitions

Through cycles of practice, feedback and real-world application, our students engage with language in playful and meaningful ways.

Leadership Development

Student Leadership Development

At Raffles Institution, we believe in nurturing purpose-driven leaders who take ownership of their growth and contribute meaningfully to their communities.