MacBook for architecture student going to Singapore

Hi!
I'm studying architecture in Poland. In august I'm going for one term to Singapore to study. I've got to buy a laptop. Now I'm working with Corel, AutoCAD, sometimes ArchiCAD and 3Dmax. Could you give me some advice on hardware with warranty valid around the world? Does anyone know what architectural software is commonly used in Singapore?
Thanks in advance for replying.

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While you can run Windows on a MacBook Pro in order to run AutoCad, consider the alternatives, and find out if the school you are going to would be happy if you use those alternatives.
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