Course Information
Description
The International Foundation Diploma in Biomedical Sciences programme is designed to foster opportunities for entry into the life science industry and as an avenue for students to embark on further professional development and is particularly suited for:
- Students who wish to pursue higher education in Biomedical Sciences or Biotechnology, as well as a host of other disciplines.
- Professionals who lack previous exposure to the sciences but are involved in the life sciences industry or are preparing for entry into that industry.
- Individuals who wish to pursue an alternative career path and those who have a keen interest in the discipline will also find the programme a rewarding first step into the diverse field of biological sciences. Members of the cosmetics, food, legal, teaching, banking and environmental professions who would also find the programme of individual benefit to their knowledge base.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must be of age 14 and above and must possess ONE of the following entrance requirements:
- At least 1 GCE 'O' Level Pass*
- NITEC / Higher NITEC qualification
- International applicants must have completed 10 years of foreign formal education
- Mature candidates (≥30 years old with 8 years relevant work experience)
- At least 1 ‘IGCSE’ Level Pass
*Note: 1 GCE O level subject would need to be relevant Science subject
English Language Requirements
Applicants are required to possess one of the following:
- C6 pass in English at GCE ‘O’ level or equivalent
- Achieve a minimum band of 5.5 in IELTS or equivalent
- Pass the English Entrance Test conducted by MDIS
- MDIS Professional Certificate in English
- 1 ‘IGCSE’ Level Pass (either English 1st language or 2nd language)
- Online English Placement Test conducted by MDIS
- Letter from College/University clearly stating the Medium of Instruction of the highest qualification to be English
- Achieve a minimum score of 85 and above in Duolingo English Test
Student Pass Application
International students are required to apply for a student pass if he/she wishes to study full-time in Singapore. Please visit https://www.mdis.edu.sg/student-pass-application for detailed information.
Career Opportunities
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Modules
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Bioinformatics
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Genetics
- Mathematics
- Molecular Cell Biology
- Physics
The average lecturer/student ratio is 1 : 25 (lecture)
The average lecturer/student ratio is 1 : 25 (tutorial/practical)
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