1. Career and Training

If you’re looking for Career options, Singapore has plenty on offer for young doctors. You have the option of becoming a Specialist, a Researcher, a Resident Physician or a Family Physician – and each of these options comes with their own defined path and program.

Due to the amount of attention given to each of these career paths – each training program is significantly shorter than similar training programs in the UK, Australia and New Zealand. There is a high level of support given to each person as they work towards their goal in the form of leave, bursaries, and mentors.

Singapore focuses on three areas: Research, Education, and Service. Singapore is currently in the process of upgrading their infrastructure to allow for faster implementation between these three areas – so that research development can lead to new practices and technology sooner. Centres of excellence are dotted throughout the island, and are at the forefront of research and best medical practice.

Singapore offers training comparable to Australia, New Zealand, the UK, and the USA – and is structured and linked to best practices from these countries.

Best of all, the applicant success rate for training posts across all specialties is comparably high, and each appointment is made on the basis of merit only. Singapore allocates training positions based on need – so the likelihood of you completing your training and having to find another position is low.

2. The Hub of Asia

3. Climate

With an equatorial, humid climate, Singapore offers a unique climate that is easy to live in all year round.

Singapore, much like the rest of South East Asia, is generally hot and humid, with average daytime temperatures reaching 30 degrees celsius, and rarely dropping below 20 degrees celsius (even at night!) all year round. The only time the weather seems to change is during the rainy season which usually lasts from November to December.

For those who enjoy the sun and heat – Singapore is the perfect place to be. With many beaches on the island (and surrounding countries) you will have just as many opportunities to enjoy the weather.

4. Low Taxation = High Disposable Income

5. Cost of Living

6. Truly Multicultural and Tolerant

Singapore is a cosmopolitan society where people live harmoniously and interaction among different races are commonly seen. The pattern of Singapore stems from the inherent cultural diversity of the island. The immigrants of the past have given the place a mixture of Malay, Chinese, Indian, and European influences, all of which have intermingled.

Most Singaporeans celebrate the major festivals associated with their respective religions. The variety of religions is a direct reflection of the diversity of races living there. The Chinese are predominantly followers of Buddhism, Taoism, Shenism, Christians, Catholics and some considered as 'free-thinkers' (Those who do not belong to any religion). Malays have the Muslims and Indians are Hindus. There is a sizeable number of Muslims and Sikhs in the Indian population.

Religious tolerance is essential in Singapore. In fact, religions often cross racial boundaries and some even merge in unusual ways in this modern country. Younger Singaporeans tend to combine a little of the mysteries of the older generation with the realistic world that they know of today.

Religion is still an integral part of the cosmopolitan Singapore. Many of its most interesting buildings are religious, be it old temples, modern churches, or exotic mosques. An understanding of these buildings do play a part in contributing to the appreciation of their art.

7. Large Expat Population

Being the major centre for commerce and trade in South East Asia (if not globally), Singapore is home to expats from all over the world – with large numbers of Aussies, Kiwis and Brits living on the island.

With English as one of the four official languages, as well as schools from all over the world, you can understand why more and more people are choosing to live in Singapore.

8. You Don’t Need a Car

Singapore boasts a public transport system which is efficient, inexpensive, and readily accessible. A combination of public transport and taxis can get you anywhere you need to be on the island in a time and cost effective manner. When trips on public transport start at 60 cents, and taxis at 3 dollars, why would you want to cover all of the costs of your own private vehicle?

If the need for a car arises, there are many car hire companies on the island offering competitive rates.

9. Technology and Infrastructure

10. Contract Security and Stability