Specialist Diploma in Building Information Modelling (SDBIM)
Comprises 2 stackable modular certificates

This Specialist Diploma Programme is designed for designers, consultants, contractors, project coordinators, project managers, CAD/BIM technicians, or modellers.

Assessment Format will be Continuous and Project Based.
A participant must attain at least 75% of physical attendance and complete all assignments to acceptable standards to be eligible to be awarded each modular certificate. Participant who did not complete the assignments to acceptable standards but attained at least 75% of physical attendance will be issued with a certificate of attendance. The successful achievement of all modular certificates will lead to the awarding of the Specialist Diploma in Building Information Modelling (BIM).

Applicants must be a Singapore Citizen, Singapore Permanent Resident, or holder of valid Employment Pass/ Work Pass, or Long-Term Visit Pass (LTVP).

• A diploma (minimum course duration of 2 years) or equivalent qualification
• A relevant Advanced Certificate / Higher NITEC / Advanced NBQ with 2 to 3 years of relevant work experience
• A relevant certificate with 4 to 5 years of relevant work experience
• NITEC / Higher NBQ with at least 5 years of relevant work experience

English Language Proficiency

Applicants with degree or diploma qualifications where English is not the medium of instruction are required to achieve the ESS Workplace Literacy Test Level 6, issued by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG).

BIM Experience and Modelling Requirements

This programme is NOT suitable for beginners. Applicants must already possess working BIM modelling skills and be able to model independently in Autodesk Revit (Architecture / MEP/ Structure).

To be considered for admission, applicants must meet either of the following:

• BIM Work Experience
  Applicants must be currently working in a BIM-related role or have demonstrated relevant BIM work experience. A letter from your employer confirming your current role and BIM responsibilities is required.

• BIM Modelling Certification
  Applicants must hold a Certificate of Successful Completion of a BIM Modelling course (Architecture, MEP, or Structure track), issued within the last 2 years by an Autodesk Certified Trainer from an authorised training centre in Singapore.
  
  Certificates from training centres other than BCA Academy will be recognised, provided the course content is equivalent to BCA Academy's Certification Course in BIM Modelling (Architecture Track). For details on the expected course content, visit: https://www.bcaa.edu.sg/what-we-offer/courses/Details/certification-course-in-bim-modelling-(architecture-track)

• Transcript Submission (In Lieu of BIM Certificate)
  Applicants who have completed BIM modelling as part of a formal academic programme may submit their official transcripts in lieu of a certificate, supplemented by the course title, course details, and duration. The course content and duration must be equivalent to BCA Academy's Certification Course in BIM Modelling.

Computer System Requirements

Applicants must have their own computers or laptops meeting the minimum specifications required to run BIM software and access BCAA's student portal. Click here for the detailed system requirements. 

BCA Academy reserves the right to shortlist and admit applicants.

Fee (inclusive of 9% GST)
Certificate in BIM Design & Coordination (Modular Certificate A - 74056A) (TGS-2022011651)	S$3,608.00	Full course fee without subsidy
	S$1,952.95	Fee payable after 50% funding support For Singaporeans and Singapore PRs, including those sponsored by non-SME companies
	S$1,290.93	Fee payable after 70% funding support Singaporeans 40 years old and above  OR SME company sponsored Singaporeans or Singapore PRs
Certificate in BIM Construction & Coordination (Modular Certificate B - 74056B) (TGS-2022013499)	S$3,608.00	Full course fee without subsidy
	S$1,952.95	Fee payable after 50% funding support For Singaporeans and Singapore PRs, including those sponsored by non-SME companies
	S$1,290.93	Fee payable after 70% funding support Singaporeans 40 years old and above  OR SME company sponsored Singaporeans or Singapore PRs

Participant must achieve at least 75% attendance and pass all assessments. BCA Academy reserves the right to recover the funded amount from the participant (self-sponsored) or employer (company sponsored) if participant did not meet the eligibility criteria. Details of SSG’s funding can be found on Home (skillsfuture.gov.sg).