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Dr. Lau Quek Choon
School of Life Sciences & Chemical Technology
Blk 83, Level 6
Tel : 6460 8618
Fax : 6467 9109
Email: lqc2@np.edu.sg

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“Diploma graduands from both the biotechnology as well as the biomedical sciences courses have demonstrated that they can adapt well to the actual working environment ... Their basic training at Ngee Ann gives them a solid foundation and helps prepare them for the research or service career options available to them upon graduation."

Associate Professor Evelyn Koay
Director
Molecular Diagnosis Centre
Dept of Laboratory Medicine
National University Hospital


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 Diploma in Biomedical Science (N59) 


Giving you that something Xtra

  • Most established and recognised biomedical science programme

  • Final-year project and  internships with renowed research institution and companies

  • Provides a strong foundation for further studies and careers in life sciences, medicine and research.
 
About the Diploma

Why is cancer so prevalent? Can we find a cure for AIDs and the many other diseases that afflict us?

You can start by signing up for our Diploma in Biomedical Science (BMS) and learning about these diseases, their causes and how they affect the human body.

Established & Recognised 

The most established biomedical science diploma programme in Singapore, BMS is taught by a highly distinguished faculty, many of whom hold PhDs and post-doctoral training.

Our graduates are highly sought after by the industry and many obtain advanced standing when applying for further studies locally and overseas.

Robust Curriculum

Our comprehensive curriculum covers the latest in biomedical sciences and medical breakthroughs. These include areas such as medical microbiology, medical biochemistry, physiology, developmental biology, cell and molecular biology, genomics and proteomics, to name a few.

Industry Exposure

Thanks to our close industry links and partnerships, you will get to work with scientists and doctors on real-life research projects and take part in clinical investigations. In fact, our School has the most extensive research programmes with funding support and stateof- the-art laboratory facilities.

In your final year, you will apply what you have learnt in the classroom with a four-month internship either locally or abroad. You will also undertake an intensive research project  as well as pursue exciting electives in Forensic Science, Molecular Biology of Diseases and Pharmaceutical Science & Clinical Trials.

A Unique Option

In BMS, we offer you a unique option at the end of your first year. You can choose to either continue with BMS or opt for the Diploma in Biomedical Laboratory Technology (BLT).


 

Career Prospects  

Start your career as a research assistant, laboratory biologist or laboratory analyst before moving on to senior positions in research, biomedical science, healthcare, pharmaceutical and clinical labs..

Further Studies

BMS grads are able to pursue a wide range of degree programmes such as biological science, medicine, chemistry, bioengineering, education, architecture, dentistry, business, psychology and social science.

In fact, about 60% of our graduates enrol into the National University of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University and Singapore Management University every year.

Top universities overseas also welcome our graduates with exemptions of up to two years.
They include:
• Cornell University (US)
• Imperial College (UK)
• University of Leicester (UK)
• University of Manchester (UK)
• University of Queensland (Australia)
• University of Melbourne (Australia)
• University of Edinburgh (UK)
• University of Dundee (UK)
• McGill University (Canada)

 
 
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Darren Chua gained direct entry to study medicine at NUS' medical school

 

U Kin Pong graduated from Newcastle University in the UK with a First Class Honours Degree. He was also awarded a scholarship to pursue his PhD at the Imperial College, UK.



 

Entry Requirements 

To be eligible for consideration, candidates must have the following GCE ‘O’ Level examination (or equivalent) results.

Subject
'O' Level Grade           
English Language* 1–7

Mathematics (Elementary/Additional)

1–6
Science (with Physics or Chemistry or Biology component)
or Fundamentals of Electronics
1–6

You must also fulfil the aggregate computation requirements.

* Candidates with English as a second language (EL2) must have attained a minimum grade of 6.

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^  Interdisciplinary Studies (IS) modules at Ngee Ann help students become more versatile and competitive by expanding their knowledge and skills beyond their core disciplines. Areas covered include communication, entrepreneurship, lifeskills, media and the arts, and science and technology.



 

Note: The first year of Biomedical Science and Biomedical Laboratory Technology is common to all students. At the end of the first year, students interested in the Diploma in Biomedical Laboratory Technology will be required to pass an interview conducted by the Department of Laboratory Medicine, NUH. Students not selected will remain in the Biomedical Science course.
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