Design, Technology & Engineering (DTE)

Apply for the DSA-DTE programme at Greendale Secondary School and develop skills in coding, robotics, and engineering through competitions, workshops, and industry visits.

Last updated 2 July 2026

Four students in green uniforms work together around a laptop with 3D-printed robots and electronic components on a table.

Introduction

Students accepted under the DSA-DTE programme can look forward to exciting programmes and activities that will enhance their skills and competencies in coding, robotics, and technology. There will also be opportunities to partner and collaborate with institutions of higher learning and industries. Students will receive a well-rounded, holistic, and enriching experience.

Selection

DSA selection is a rigorous process.

Candidates who would like to apply for DSA–Design, Technology and Engineering (DTE) should ideally possess the following:

Strong interest in STEM-related areas such as coding, robotics, and engineering design
Relevant experience or exposure (e.g. participation in coding competitions, robotics clubs, STEM-related workshops or projects)
Demonstrates skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, and innovation
Demonstrates good conduct, a resilient character, and teamwork skills.

The school will assess applicants based on the selection criteria, which may include assessing the potential of the applicants.

Note that meeting all the criteria does not guarantee that a student will be shortlisted / given an offer.

Parents will receive notification from Greendale Secondary School by 31 July 2026 if students have been shortlisted to undergo Direct School Admission (DSA) interview.

Shortlisted candidates will attend an interview session and take part in a hands-on task or scenario-based activity to assess their aptitude and passion for technology and engineering.

All interviewed applicants will receive their interview outcomes between 17 August 2026 to 28 August 2026.

Below are some of the key programmes and leadership development opportunities that successful DSA-DTE students can look forward to:

Highlights

Robotics Club

Five Greendale students in black shirts pose with robots and controllers in a school corridor.

Students accepted under DSA-DTE will be directly allocated to the Robotics Club as their Co-Curricular Activity (CCA). This CCA offers many opportunities for students to participate in various competitions, such as the National Youth Tech Championship, IDE Series (Arduino Maker category), DSTA-DSO-VJC Robotics Challenge, and Drones Odyssey. Through these competitions and the CCA, students will develop their creativity, inventive thinking, design thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Students will also be trained in:

3D printing
Designing with CAD software (e.g., Autodesk Fusion 360, SolidWorks)
Electronics
Arduino coding

A female instructor and five students wearing black Greendale Secondary School shirts watch a four-legged robotic dog move across a patterned floor mat.

These skills will be applied in their projects and competitions. Additionally, students will have the chance to take on leadership roles in the Robotics CCA as Executive Committee (EXCO) members or CCA leaders starting from Secondary 3. They will be given the opportunity to attend the Aspiring Leaders’ Training in Secondary 2 and, if selected, the Inspiring Leaders’ Training in Secondary 3.

SIT AI Workshop and 3D Printing Workshop

Students will have the opportunity to participate in various workshops organized by the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT).

For the AI Workshop, students will:

Explore the fundamentals of AI through interactive discussions
Learn to use tools like ChatGPT and Teachable Machine
Deepen their understanding of responsible AI use

STEM Exposure & Industrial Visits

Students will be exposed to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and will have the chance to go on industrial visits. Some of the possible programmes include:

Learning Journey to Weston Robot

Students will be introduced to the field of robotics through hands-on experiences with modular robots, robot dogs, exoskeletons, delivery robots, and more. This journey will provide students with an excellent platform to see how robotics is applied in industries and real-world scenarios.

Google Office Visit

Students will have the opportunity to visit the exciting and impressive Google office. They will also attend a sharing conducted by Googlers, which aims to inspire them in the field of STEM.

Competitions

In addition to the competitions held by the Robotics Club, students will have the opportunity to participate in other national competitions, such as the Singapore Amazing Flying Machine Competition organized by the Defence Science Organisation. Students will design and build small unpowered, bungee-launched gliders to achieve the farthest and most precise flight, demonstrating their creativity and innovation.

SIT Community Challenge

The SIT Community Challenge, a signature programme for the Secondary 2 cohort, focuses on using Design Thinking to solve community problems. Through their Design & Technology lessons, students will apply Design Thinking to identify problems and propose solutions while developing their creativity and collaboration skills.

Finalists will attend workshops conducted by SIT and its partners to prepare for the competition. They will represent the school in the SIT Community Challenge Finals, where they will present their ideas to judges from community partners such as the SBS Transit, ST Microelectronics and SIT. The finals are open to the public, offering students a platform to enhance their presentation and communication skills.