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Create pharmaceuticals from natural resources, help doctors diagnose diseases, and develop new food products. These knowledge and skills all fall under the study

of chemistry and life sciences, which encompasses a broad spectrum of interrelated disciplines.

The School of Chemical & Life Sciences (SCL) is fully attuned to emerging trends in industries such as biomedical, pharmaceutical and food sciences. We provide you with the relevant education and skill sets to work professionally in these thriving sectors. You can also choose to study the business aspects of the industry and gain diverse competencies in project management, business and product line development.

INDUSTRY-BASED LEARNINGSCL provides a conducive learning environment to nurture minds and spark innovation. You will undergo a specially designed curriculum consisting of a strong mix of academic and practical training to equip you with knowledge and competencies in the latest industry practices.

You will learn how to manage processing and manufacturing plants in the petrochemical, pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors. You will also be engaged in R&D projects that will help familiarise you with working in laboratory settings.

SCL’s latest high-tech life sciences and chemical technology facilities house state-of-the-art, industry-standard laboratories

and pilot plants where you will undergo the necessary hands-on training.

SPECIALISED TRAINING CENTRESYou will gain valuable practical experiences in SCL’s training centres that equip you with industry-relevant skillsets for fruitful careers. These facilities include: • Food Science Pilot Plant and

Application Labs• Chemical Pilot Plants• Secondary Pharmaceutical

Technology Centre• Food Safety Centre• Centre for Functional Food &

Human Nutrition

SCHOOL OF

CHEMICAL & LIFE SCIENCES

• Biologics & Process Technology• Chemical & Green Technology• Chemical & Pharmaceutical Technology• Food Science & Nutrition

• Medicinal Chemistry• Molecular Biotechnology• Pharmaceutical Sciences

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WHY CHOOSE

SCL?

Benefit from extensive and up-to-date curriculum.

Learn the latest technologies in our state-of-the-art facilities and laboratories.

Be coached by caring and experienced lecturers.

Gain valuable experience through field trips and enhanced internship programmes.

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If you are keen to join the growing number of pharmaceutical companies producing biological medicines, the Diploma in Biologics & Process Technology is the course you should pursue.

This programme combines biological and chemical sciences with biopharmaceutical technologies and chemical engineering concepts. You will gain a good foundation in chemical and biological sciences, as well as mathematics and communication skills, before progressing

to a range of integrated modules that cover chemical process applications, biopharmaceutical technologies, applied sciences and manufacturing practice.

Choose to specialise in either Biopharmaceutical Technology or Process Technology, and select your areas of learning from a range of electives that prepare you for an exciting career in the biopharmaceutical industry.

WHY THIS DIPLOMA? • Be on the frontline of technological

development in biopharmaceuticals/biologics.• Learn the manufacturing process of useful and

specialised high-value drugs.• Gain practical knowledge and experience

through attachments at world-classbiopharmaceutical or biologicsmanufacturing firms.

• Be equipped for an exciting andrewarding career as technologists inthe biopharmaceutical, biologics andchemical industries.

IT WILL ENABLE YOU TO… • Get sound grounding in basic sciences and the

fundamentals of biotechnology techniques.• Gain in-depth understanding of the upstream

and downstream biologics processes, withemphasis on operating principles andapplications.

• Have strong and practical knowledge in thesimulation, operation and optimisation ofchemical processes.

• Have an appreciation of regulatoryrequirements and good practices in thebiopharmaceutical industry.

• Get good exposure to the various strategiesemployed in the industry through case studies.

• Sharpen your technical skills by embarkingon an extended internship programme, whichenhances your employability.

• Cultivate an analytical, independentand innovative mindset, as well as goodcommunication and IT skills.

DURATION Three academic years on a full-time basis.

FURTHER EDUCATION You can pursue further studies at reputable local and overseas universities. Many universities in Australia and the UK offer advanced standing into relevant degree programmes to graduates with good academic achievements.

CAREER PROSPECTS You will be able to find ready employment in the chemical and pharmaceutical sectors, especially in biologics, the fastest-growing sector of the pharmaceutical industry. You can also work as a:• Process technologist or engineering

assistant in operations, process andequipment design, plant safety, projectengineering or process control

• Technical expert in sales and marketing ofchemical, pharmaceutical or medical products

• Laboratory technologist in chemical/pharmaceutical quality control andR&D laboratories

• Quality assurance specialist

^ Please refer to the section on entry requirements for diploma courses for more details.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSYou must have obtained the following minimum GCE O Level results:• English Language (EL1) Grade 1–7• Elementary/Additional Mathematics

Grade 1–6• A Science subject Grade 1–6

DIPLOMA IN

BIOLOGICS & PROCESS TECHNOLOGY

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DIPLOMA IN

CHEMICAL & GREEN TECHNOLOGY

The management of water and energy resources is getting more challenging. Learn how to solve these issues in the Diploma in Chemical & Green Technology course, which sets you up for a career in the environmental and energy resources industries, as well as in the petrochemical industry.

Our foundation modules cover broad-based subjects like science, mathematics, environmental science and green technologies used

in the process industry. You will then proceed to study chemical engineering applications and water treatment and analysis. In your final year, you will focus on industry topics such as industrial safety, process operations and optimisation, as well as your chosen electives, including renewable energy technology and advanced water technology and environmental sustainability.

COURSE STRUCTURE

YEAR 1 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2 Core ModulesCLB101 Engineering Mathematics 1ACLB102 Chemical Engineering PrinciplesCLB103 Inorganic & Physical ChemistryCLB104 Communication SkillsCLB106 Semestral Project 1 CLB107 Engineering Mathematics 1BCLB108 Biochemical ScienceCLB109 Organic ChemistryCLB112 Semestral Project 2CLB120 Process Fundamentals & Quality ToolsCLB121 Flow Diagrams & Material Selection CLB123 Introduction to Biologics & GMPGeneral Studies*

YEAR 2 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2Core ModulesCLB201 Engineering Mathematics 2BCLB202 Bioprocess ApplicationsCLB203 Reactor SystemsCLB204 Analytical ChemistryCLB205 Process Instrumentation & Control CLB206 Semestral Project 3CLB207 Engineering Mathematics 2ACLB208 Fluid & Particle MechanicsCLB209 Heat & Mass TransferCLB210 ThermodynamicsCLB212 Semestral Project 4CLB217 Molecular & Cell BiologyGeneral Studies*

YEAR 3 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2Core ModulesCLB301 Industrial Safety & Loss Prevention CLB302 Process Operations & Optimisation CLB303 Professional & Interpersonal

Communication Skills

Elective Modules (Choose three) Biopharmaceutical TechnologyCLB327 Biologics ProcessesCLB328 Biologics PurificationCLB334 Analytical BiochemistryCLB335 Molecular Biotechnology

Process TechnologyCLB321 Petrochemical ProcessesCLB324 Advanced Instrumentation & Control CLB336 Process & Control EngineeringCLB341 Primary Pharmaceutical ProcessesCLB342 Secondary Pharmaceutical ProcessesGeneral Studies*

Final Year Project/Internship**CLB304 Semestral Full-Time ProjectCLB305 Internship Programme [12 weeks]CLB306 Internship Programme [24 weeks]CLB307 Overseas Internship Programme

[12 weeks]CLB386 Internship Programme [31 weeks]#

* Students are to choose enrichment modules from clusters that include Foreign Languages, Communication and Interpersonal Skills, Leadership and Teamwork, Values and Society, General Knowledge and Interest, as well as Healthy and Active Lifestyle.

** To complete a 24-week programme consisting of final year project and/or internship modules.# Students on extended internship programmes will complete 13 weeks of lessons and tests at NYP, and 31 weeks of internship at a company in two semesters.

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WHY THIS DIPLOMA? • You will be trained to develop sustainable

use of energy and resources in theprocess industry.

• Learn the technologies used in theprocess industry, water managementand pollution control.

• Experience working in chemical andenvironmental companies or R&Ddepartments as part of your final yearinternship programme.

• With Singapore investing heavily in theenvironmental, water and clean energyindustries, your diploma will stand you ingood stead to enjoy a bright future withample career prospects.

IT WILL ENABLE YOU TO… • Gain a strong foundation in basic sciences,

chemical process technology andenvironmental processes.

• Have broad knowledge of chemicaltechnology principles and green technology.

• Think critically and be keenly aware ofenvironmental issues through your courseactivities and projects.



CAREER PROSPECTS You have diverse opportunities in a wide range of sectors, including the petrochemical and pharmaceutical industries and the environmental and clean energy sectors, as well as different government agencies and research institutes. Your expertise will allow you to carry out various job functions, including:• Operations• Quality control• Lab analysis• Process/Plant design• Project management




COURSE STRUCTURE

YEAR 1 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2 Core Modules CLG101 Engineering Mathematics 1ACLG102 Chemical Engineering PrinciplesCLG103 Inorganic & Physical ChemistryCLG104 Communication SkillsCLG106 Semestral Project 1CLG107 Engineering Mathematics 1BCLG109 Organic ChemistryCLG112 Semestral Project 2CLG114 Environmental ScienceCLG120 Process Fundamentals &

Quality ToolsCLG121 Flow Diagrams & Material SelectionCLG124 Green Technologies for

Process IndustryGeneral Studies*

YEAR 2 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2Core ModulesCLG201 Engineering Mathematics 2BCLG203 Reactor SystemsCLG204 Analytical ChemistryCLG205 Process Instrumentation

& ControlCLG206 Semestral Project 3CLG207 Engineering Mathematics 2ACLG208 Fluid & Particle MechanicsCLG209 Heat & Mass TransferCLG211 Rotating Equipment EngineeringCLG212 Semestral Project 4CLG213 Fundamentals of Water

EngineeringCLG220 Energy Efficiency & OptimisationGeneral Studies*

YEAR 3 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2Core ModulesCLG301 Industrial Safety & Loss PreventionCLG302 Process Operations & OptimisationCLG303 Professional & Interpersonal


Elective Modules (Choose three)Energy & Environmental TechnologyCLG343 Renewable Energy TechnologyCLG344 Advanced Water TechnologyCLG345 Environmental SustainabilityCLG346 Solid & Hazardous

Waste Management

Petrochemical TechnologyCLG321 Petrochemical ProcessesCLG322 Specialty ChemicalsCLG324 Advanced Instrumentation

& ControlGeneral Studies*

Final Year Project/Internship**CLG304 Semestral Full-Time ProjectCLG305 Internship Programme [12 weeks]CLG306 Internship Programme [24 weeks]CLG307 Overseas Internship Programme

[12 weeks]

* Students are to choose enrichment modules from clusters that include Foreign Languages, Communication and Interpersonal skills, Leadership and Teamwork, Values and Society, General Knowledge and Interest, as well as Healthy and Active lifestyle.

** To complete a 24-week programme consisting of final year project and/or internship modules.

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If you have an aptitude for chemistry and are interested in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals, the Diploma in Chemical & Pharmaceutical Technology will prepare you for a career in these industries.

Gain a strong foundation in the fundamentals of key chemical, petroleum, petrochemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing technologies. You will also learn about chemical engineering applications,

applied sciences and process instrumentation and control, and delve into practical subjects such as industrial safety, process operations and optimisation. You will also have the option to specialise in either Pharmaceutical Technology or Petrochemical Technology.

As the chemical and pharmaceutical industries are key performers in Singapore’s economic portfolio, there is a healthy demand for professional and skilled manpower.

WHY THIS DIPLOMA? • It prepares you for a dynamic career in

Singapore’s huge chemical/petrochemicalsector, with diverse career opportunities opento you upon graduation.

• The curriculum focuses on specialised skillsrequired by the high-tech pharmaceuticalmanufacturing industry.

• Get practical training at the Chemical &Pharmaceutical Pilot Plants and SecondaryPharmaceutical Technology Centre oncampus to enable you to be industry-readyupon graduation.

• Receive research and development training innew products and technological innovationsfor the chemical industry’s vast R&D network.

IT WILL ENABLE YOU TO… • Gain a strong foundation in chemical,

petrochemical, petroleum andpharmaceutical technology.

• Be competent in processing andmanufacturing areas such as petroleumrefining, process instrumentationand control, chemical plant operations,and good manufacturing practices.

• Have good training in chemical andpharmaceutical manufacturing processesduring hands-on sessions at ourwell-equipped laboratories andpilot plants.



CAREER PROSPECTS Through our broad-based curriculum, you’ll be able to choose from a number of career options in related industries including: • Chemical• Petroleum• Petrochemical• Specialty chemicals• Pharmaceutical

There are also good work prospects inwater treatment facilities, and chemical and pharmaceutical laboratories, as well as in training or research institutes. Specifically, you will be highly employable in the areas of operations, process and equipment design, energy optimisation, project engineering, process control, consultancy services, quality control, technical sales and marketing, research and product development.




DIPLOMA IN

CHEMICAL & PHARMACEUTICAL TECHNOLOGY

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COURSE STRUCTURE

YEAR 1 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2 Core ModulesCLC101 Engineering Mathematics 1ACLC102 Chemical Engineering PrinciplesCLC103 Inorganic & Physical ChemistryCLC104 Communication SkillsCLC106 Semestral Project 1CLC107 Engineering Mathematics 1BCLC108 Biochemical ScienceCLC109 Organic ChemistryCLC112 Semestral Project 2CLC120 Process Fundamentals

& Quality Tools CLC121 Flow Diagrams &

Material Selection CLC122 Chemical Plant Equipment

& Systems General Studies*

YEAR 2 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2Core ModulesCLC201 Engineering Mathematics 2BCLC202 Bioprocess ApplicationsCLC203 Reactor SystemsCLC204 Analytical ChemistryCLC205 Process Instrumentation & Control CLC206 Semestral Project 3CLC207 Engineering Mathematics 2ACLC208 Fluid & Particle MechanicsCLC209 Heat & Mass TransferCLC210 ThermodynamicsCLC211 Rotating Equipment EngineeringCLC212 Semestral Project 4General Studies*

YEAR 3 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2Core ModulesCLC301 Industrial Safety & Loss Prevention CLC302 Process Operations & Optimisation CLC303 Professional & Interpersonal


Elective Modules (Choose three)Petrochemical TechnologyCLC321 Petrochemical ProcessesCLC322 Specialty ChemicalsCLC323 Environmental & Water TechnologyCLC324 Advanced Instrumentation

& Control

Pharmaceutical TechnologyCLC326 Good Manufacturing PracticeCLC327 Biologics ProcessesCLC328 Biologics PurificationCLC341 Primary Pharmaceutical ProcessesCLC342 Secondary Pharmaceutical ProcessesGeneral Studies*

Final Year Project/Internship**CLC304 Semestral Full-Time ProjectCLC305 Internship Programme [12 weeks]CLC306 Internship Programme [24 weeks]CLC307 Overseas Internship Programme

[12 weeks]


** To complete a 24-week programme consisting of final year project and/or internship modules.

DIPLOMA IN

FOOD SCIENCE & NUTRITION

If your interest in food goes beyond epicurean, choose a career that focuses on food and nutritional science, and apply your knowledge and expertise in the food manufacturing, F&B and healthcare industries.

Study foundational subjects such as food safety and quality, food chemistry and microbiology, product development, food ingredients and applied nutrition science. You may also choose to take on specialised

subjects such as community nutrition and food packaging. You will also learn the essentials of business and marketing, with opportunities for engagement in industry projects and attachments, both locally and overseas. This is where you will consolidate, integrate and translate the skills and knowledge learnt into project deliverables, and get first-hand experience in the latest industry developments and in-demand skills.

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WHY THIS DIPLOMA? • First diploma in Singapore to be accredited

by the International Union of Food Science & Technology (IUFoST).

• Learn to develop innovative and excitingnew food products.

• Gain experience working in top localand overseas food companies anduniversities during your three-monthinternship programme.

• Be on the way to a rewarding careeras a food technologist or a dietetics andnutrition assistant.

IT WILL ENABLE YOU TO… • Match the demands of the F&B, food

manufacturing, healthcare and nutritionsectors with your knowledge of basicfood science, processing technology andapplied nutrition science.

• Gain expertise in a wide variety oflaboratory techniques employed infood chemistry, food microbiology,food processing technology andnutritional science.

• Have a sound understanding ofbusiness concepts and issues relatingto the F&B business.

• Develop analytical, independentand collaborative learning, research,communication and interpersonal skills.



CAREER PROSPECTS A strong foundation in food science and product development, together with working knowledge in microbiology, chemistry and nutrition, will provide you with ample career options in:

R&DAs food technicians in food companies working in product development or modification.

Production/ManufacturingAs executives in food manufacturing/production companies, ensuring consistent, safe and cost-efficient manufacturing of food products.

Quality Control/Quality AssuranceAs QC/QA executives for production/manufacturing processes, ensuring that operations are carried out in compliance with government regulations and certification requirements.

Dietetics & NutritionAs dietetics and nutrition assistants in the healthcare sector and with health product manufacturing and sales companies.

Public Health & Community Nutrition As public health and community nutrition officers with health promotion agencies such as the Health Promotion Board.

Sales and MarketingAs business development, technical sales or marketing executives identifying new market trends, conducting market research, implementing marketing plans and providing technical support such as troubleshooting.

AccreditationAs regulatory and legislative executives involved in inspecting and certifying food companies in areas such as food hygiene, HACCP, halal, kosher and ISO certifications.

EntrepreneurshipAs entrepreneurs to start your own food business.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSYou must have obtained the following minimum GCE O Level results: • English Language (EL1) Grade 1–7• Elementary/Additional Mathematics



COURSE STRUCTURE

YEAR 1 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2 Core Modules CLF101 Introduction to Food ScienceCLF102 Mathematics for Life SciencesCLF103 Physical & Inorganic ChemistryCLF104 Cell BiologyCLF105 Food Microbiology ICLF106 Life Span NutritionCLF107 BiochemistryCLF108 Organic ChemistryCLF109 Unit Operations in

Food ProcessingCLF110 ProjectGeneral Studies*

YEAR 2 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2Core ModulesCLF201 BiostatisticsCLF202 Food ChemistryCLF203 Food Processing

& PreservationCLF204 Food IngredientsCLF207 Analytical Methods in

Food ScienceCLF208 Food Microbiology IICLF209 Food Safety & Quality ManagementCLF210 Anatomy & PhysiologyGeneral Studies*

Prescribed Electives (Choose two)CLF205 Food PackagingCLF206 Community Nutrition

& Health PromotionCLF211 Food Service ManagementCLF212 General Psychology

YEAR 3 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2Core ModulesCLF301 Career Preparatory SkillsCLF302 Product Development

& Sensory EvaluationCLF303 Nutrition & DiseasesCLF304 Food Business & Marketing

Elective Modules (Choose one)CLF305 Forensic Food ScienceCLF306 Nutrition & PharmacologyGeneral Studies*

Final Year Project/Internship**CLF307 Internship Programme CLF308 Final Year ProjectCLF309 Overseas Internship Programme


** To complete a 24-week programme consisting of final year project and internship module (either local or overseas).

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Medicinal chemistry is constantly filled with exciting discoveries and fascinating new processes. This course prepares you for a meaningful journey in designing, making, testing and analysing novel products in pharmaceutical and chemical industries. You will gain knowledge and

skills through the wide range of chemistry modules and extensive training in laboratories with the latest state-of-the-art equipment. You will also work on industry research projects that will update you on current trends and techniques in chemistry.

WHY THIS DIPLOMA? • You love chemistry and are eager to learn

the science of making medicines.• You want to know how medicines are

developed and analysed in the laboratory.• You are intrigued by the way different

medicines react in the human bodyto cure illnesses.

IT WILL ENABLE YOU TO… • Have firm grounding in analytical and

pharmaceutical chemistry.• Gain expertise in a wide variety

of laboratory techniques employed inapplied chemistry.

• Develop essential skills in creative andcritical thinking, effective communicationand entrepreneurship.



CAREER PROSPECTS With a strong foundation in the science and business of medicinal and analytical chemistry, you will have ample career opportunities in exciting areas such as:

R&DAs research officers/associates in medicinal and analytical chemistry laboratories, pharmaceutical, chemical and personal care product companies or research organisations.

Quality Control/Quality AssuranceAs QC/QA executives in chemical and pharmaceutical companies.

Bio-enterpriseAs sales and marketing executives in chemical and pharmaceutical companies.




DIPLOMA IN

MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY

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COURSE STRUCTURE

YEAR 1 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2 Core ModulesCLM101 Introduction to Medicinal Chemistry CLM102 Mathematics for Life SciencesCLM103 Inorganic ChemistryCLM104 Physical ChemistryCLM105 Good Laboratory Practice

& Quality AssuranceCLM106 Cell Biology for

Medicinal Chemistry CLM107 BiochemistryCLM108 Organic Chemistry ICLM109 MicrobiologyCLM110 Analytical Chemistry IGeneral Studies*

YEAR 2 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2Core ModulesCLM201 BiostatisticsCLM202 Marketing for Life SciencesCLM203 Medicinal Synthesis &

Purification TechniquesCLM204 Spectroscopic Techniques

for Drug Analysis CLM205 Medicinal Chemistry ICLM206 Drug DevelopmentCLM207 Research Writing &

Conference Series CLM208 Organic Chemistry IICLM209 Natural Product ChemistryCLM210 Coordination &

Bioinorganic ChemistryGeneral Studies*

YEAR 3 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2Core ModulesCLM301 Career Preparatory SkillsCLM302 Bioenterprise & BioinnovationCLM303 Organic Chemistry IIICLM304 Medicinal Chemistry IICLM305 Analytical Chemistry IIGeneral Studies*

Final Year Project/Internship**CLM306 Internship Programme CLM307 Final Year ProjectCLM308 Overseas Internship Programme


** To complete a 24-week programme consisting of final year project and internship module (either local or overseas).

DIPLOMA IN

MOLECULAR BIOTECHNOLOGY

Curious about various human and infectious diseases? Learn about the treatment and control of diseases via this multidisciplinary programme, which trains for a career in biomedical sciences. The course is a convergence of many areas of research, including cell biology, microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, immunology and genetics. You will learn about biotechnology and its impact on humans, medicine, food and the environment.

In the second year, you can opt to specialise in Biomedical Sciences for more training in clinical laboratory, or pursue better understanding of the techniques and knowledge required for research and development in Molecular Biotechnology. The curriculum will foster an entrepreneurial and innovative mindset through business-related studies, internship programmes and projects.

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WHY THIS DIPLOMA? • Gain extensive clinical lab training in

leading hospitals.• Use the latest research technologies to work

on genes, proteins, human immune systemsand infectious diseases.

• Be equipped to become bio-entrepreneursif you dream of turning your business ideasinto reality

IT WILL ENABLE YOU TO… • Understand the basic sciences essential to

the study of life sciences, and specialised knowledge in cell technology, applied microbiology, immunology, molecular genetics, histopathology, haematology and blood banking.

• Apply laboratory practices and techniquesin a variety of areas, including bio-safety,biomedical sciences, molecular biology,biochemistry and microbiology.

• Be exposed to major technological advancesin the biomedical sciences scene, as well asemerging fields of the postgenomics era.

• Understand business concepts and issuesrelating to intellectual property rightspertinent to the biomedical sciences industry.

• Have analytical, independent andcollaborative learning, research,communication and interpersonal skills.

• Be aware of the social and ethical issuesthat surround the various issues inbiomedical sciences.



CAREER PROSPECTS With industry-relevant skills, you will have a choice of career opportunities in various industry sectors, including:

Biomedical SciencesAs technologists in hospital laboratories, clinical centres and clinical trial organisations.

R&D in Molecular BiotechnologyAs technologists in R&D programmes of research institutes and centres.

Bio-enterpriseAs business development, sales and marketing executives of pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical devices companies, or as entrepreneurs starting up new businesses.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSApplicants for this diploma course must have obtained the following minimum GCE O Level results:• English Language (EL1) Grade 1–7• Elementary/Additional Mathematics



COURSE STRUCTURE

YEAR 1 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2 Core Modules CLT101 Introduction to

Molecular BiotechnologyCLT102 Mathematics for Life SciencesCLT103 Physical & Inorganic ChemistryCLT104 Cell Biology & GeneticsCLT105 Principles of ImmunologyCLT106 Human BiologyCLT107 BiochemistryCLT108 Organic ChemistryCLT109 MicrobiologyGeneral Studies*

YEAR 2 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2Core ModulesCLT201 BiostatisticsCLT202 Molecular BiologyCLT209 Molecular GeneticsCLT210 Medical MicrobiologyCLT211 Marketing for Life Sciences

Specialisations (Choose one)Biomedical SciencesCLT206 HaematologyCLT207 Blood BankingCLT208 Molecular Diagnostics

& Histopathology CLT214 Clinical Chemistry

& Instrumentation CLT215 Quality Management

in Laboratory

Molecular BiotechnologyCLT203 Cell & Tissue Culture TechnologyCLT204 Analytical BiochemistryCLT205 Industrial MicrobiologyCLT212 Drug Discovery & Development CLT213 Protein TechnologyGeneral Studies*

YEAR 3 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2Core ModulesCLT301 Career Preparatory SkillsCLT302 Bioenterprise & BioinnovationCLT305 Applied Immunology

Specialisations (Choose one)Biomedical SciencesCLT203 Cell & Tissue Culture TechnologyCLT306 Analytical Biochemistry

for Clinical Sciences

Molecular BiotechnologyCLT303 Functional GenomicsCLT304 ProteomicsGeneral Studies*

Final Year Project/Internship**CLT307 Extended Internship ProgrammeCLT308 Final Year ProjectCLT309 Overseas Extended

Internship Programme


** To complete a 24-week programme consisting of final year project and/or internship module (either local or overseas).

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Master critical skills for the pharmacy, clinical research and pharmaceutical industries. Through this course, you will gain a broad-based foundation in basic sciences and communication skills, as well as an overview of the pharmaceutical industry. This allows you to read deeper into topics such as pharmacology, pharmacotherapy and pharmacy practice, and prepares you for specialisation in either Pharmaceutical Practice or Clinical Trials. Through hands-on training,

case studies and industry-relevant projects, you will also develop the ability to analyse problems and think creatively to come up with solutions.

This course is an up-to-date programme developed in collaboration with healthcare clusters in Singapore, namely National Healthcare Group, Singapore Health Services and professional associations such as the Pharmaceutical Society of Singapore.

WHY THIS DIPLOMA? • You will learn to provide high-quality

healthcare through the proper useof medications.

• Gain an understanding on how to conductsafe testing of new drugs in humans in theclinical trials industry.

• Get experience working in local pharmacies,clinical research companies and overseasresearch companies/universities duringyour three-month internship programme.

IT WILL ENABLE YOU TO… • Be educated in pharmaceutical

sciences essential to clinical trials andpharmacy practice.

• Have firm grounding in chemistry,cell biology, human biology, microbiology,biochemistry and immunology, togetherwith specialised knowledge in topics likepharmacology, pharmacotherapy andpatient-care skills.

• Apply patient counselling techniques inpharmacy practice and patient-care skillsin clinical trials.

• Exercise good clinical practices and clinicalresearch management.

• Understand business concepts, marketingstrategies and issues relating to thepharmaceutical industry.

• Acquire analytical, independent andcollaborative learning, research,communication and interpersonal skills.

• Be aware of social and ethical issuesaffecting the pharmaceutical industry.


FURTHER EDUCATION You can pursue further studies at reputable local and overseas universities. Many universities in Australia and New Zealand offer advanced standing into relevant degree programmes to graduates with good academic achievements.

CAREER PROSPECTS Equipped with industry-relevant skills, you will have a choice of career opportunities in various industry sectors, including:

Clinical ResearchAs clinical research coordinators in clinical trial research units and clinical research organisations.

Healthcare ServicesAs pharmacy technicians and pharmacy retail executives in hospitals and retail pharmacies tasked to dispense and counsel on the use of medications and support the operations of the pharmacy.

Sales & MarketingAs product executives or specialists in leading pharmaceutical companies, supporting their business development, sales and marketing activities.




DIPLOMA IN

PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES

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COURSE STRUCTURE

YEAR 1 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2 Core ModulesCLP101 Introduction to

Pharmaceutical SciencesCLP102 Mathematics for Life SciencesCLP103 Physical & Inorganic ChemistryCLP104 Cell BiologyCLP105 Good Dispensing PracticeCLP106 Human BiologyCLP107 BiochemistryCLP108 Organic ChemistryCLP109 MicrobiologyCLP110 Drug Delivery SystemsGeneral Studies*

YEAR 2 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2Core ModulesCLP201 BiostatisticsCLP202 PathologyCLP203 Infectious Diseases & ImmunologyCLP204 Pharmacology ICLP205 Complementary &

Alternative ModalitiesCLP206 Pharmacotherapy ICLP207 Pharmaceutical Research

& Presentation

Specialisations (Choose one)Pharmaceutical PracticeCLP208 Pharmaceutical

Manufacturing TechnologyCLP209 Medicinal ChemistryCLP210 Pharmacy Practice

Clinical TrialsCLP211 Good Clinical Practice

& Research EthicsCLP212 Principles of Clinical TrialsCLP213 Clinical Laboratory IGeneral Studies*

YEAR 3 – SEMESTERS 1 & 2Core ModulesCLP301 Marketing & Essential

Career SkillsCLP302 Pharmacology IICLP303 Pharmacotherapy II

Specialisations (Choose one)Pharmaceutical PracticeCLP304 Pharmaceutical CompoundingCLP305 Pharmacy Management &

Ethics in Healthcare

Clinical TrialsCLP306 Clinical Research ManagementCLP307 Clinical Laboratory IIGeneral Studies*

Final Year Project/Internship**CLP308 Internship ProgrammeCLP309 Final Year ProjectCLP310 Overseas Internship Programme


** To complete a 24-week programme consisting of final year project and/or internship module (either local or overseas).

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