26/06/2026
“In 2021, an MCL (Medial Collateral Ligament) injury kept me away from volleyball. Not being able to play was frustrating,” shares Republic Polytechnic School of Sports and Health - RP SSH student Sarah Camelia. “But going through physiotherapy showed me how much progress is possible with consistency. Watching myself return to my favourite sport made me realise how impactful a physiotherapist's role is — not just guiding you through rehabilitation, but celebrating your milestones with you. That made me want to do the same.” 🏐
Sarah's recovery sparked a calling — and inspired her to secure a place in the Diploma in Sport & Exercise Science (DSES) through the Early Admissions Exercise (EAE). 👏
“Initially, I wasn't very confident about meeting the Minimum Entry Requirements, especially knowing that DSES is one of RP's more competitive courses,” reflects the CHIJ St. Joseph's Convent alumna. “EAE focuses on interests and aptitudes, so it gave me a better opportunity to secure a course that fits my long-term goals.” 💪
A former member of the National Youth Development Squad for Volleyball, Sarah continues to chase her through multiple Co-Curricular Activities (CCAs). Alongside RP Volleyball, she is part of the SSH Club and is passionate about dance. As a member of Style Groovaz Crew, she performed at NDP 2025 and pushed through a ruptured Anterior Talo-Fibular Ligament (ATFL) to complete Emergence - A Freshie Debut Showcase, going for surgery only two days after the performance. 🤸
“This experience taught me that resilience isn't just about enduring pain — it's also knowing when to lean on others for support,” Sarah shares. “Now studying modules like Musculoskeletal Anatomy and Kinesiology, and Injury Prevention and Management, I'm learning the clinical reasoning behind rehabilitation plans, which prepares me for my future studies.” 🩹
Sarah plans to study Physiotherapy at the University of Sydney, building the foundation to help others recover and return to what they love. 🌱
Ready to get a head start on your polytechnic journey? Start with : www.rp.edu.sg/eae.
📅 The EAE Application Period runs from 25 June to 1 July for O-Level students.