GEMS and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University I GEMS World Academy Singapore

Fast-track a career in aviation with GEMS (Singapore) in partnership with Embry-Riddle, the world's No.1 Aeronautical University

The unique partnership of GEMS (Singapore) & Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University provides freshman courses and credits, accelerating progress towards a career in anything from aviation, aeronautics and aeronautical engineering to business management, cybersecurity and finance.

Set a course for success

The programme is designed for students from 16 to 19 years old who wish to combine academic study with career-related learning in the field of aviation in the last two years of secondary years and is authorised through the International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IB CP).

Students engage with a rigorous study programme that genuinely interests them while gaining transferable and lifelong skills in applied knowledge, critical thinking, communication, and cross-cultural engagement.

A career-related study supports the programme’s academic strength and provides practical, real-world approaches to learning. Students are provided with an opportunity to specialise in Grade 11, spending up to 70% of their time working in their field of choice.

By blurring the lines between the school and universities, we provide our students with an exciting opportunity to combine academic study with career-related practice, helping to broaden their horizons and excel building on their passions.

Towards an ideal career

Students undertake three IB Diploma Programme (IB DP) courses, core studies and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University courses to fulfil their career-related studies*. IB CP certificate and career-related skills are highly valued as university entrance credentials.

Through applied knowledge, critical thinking, communication and crosscultural engagement, your child will be well prepared to succeed at institutions of higher learning and will gain transferable and lifelong skills.

*Not all career pathways are listed here and are subject to change. Please contact our Admissions team to discuss the IB CP programme and courses available in partnership with Embry-Riddle.

Your pathway to the most respected aviation and aerospace university

The unique partnership of GEMS World Academy (Singapore) with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University can help students make their goals and dreams reality

EMBRY-RIDDLE: Aeronautical University

As the world’s largest and most respected university specializing in aviation and aerospace, Embry-Riddle has been at the forefront of ground-breaking aeronautical milestones since the early days of flight.

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Fast track your college degree while in high school

College credits

Earn college credits¹ and complete university freshman studies while in secondary school

Foundation courses

Study foundation courses in the field of aviation, business, finance, aeronautics and aeronautical engineering in secondary school

Critical thinking

Develop the critical thinking skills needed for continued academic success

Save on tuition costs

With the right scores attained, students, can potentially complete university freshman studies while in high school, saving up to 25% of the tuition costs and time it takes to get a Bachelor’s degree