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Introduction
<h1> <font color="#de1a7a">Diploma in Biotechnology (R16)</font> </h1> <h3> <font color="#de1a7a">About the Programme</font> </h3> <p align="left"> <img style="border-bottom-width: 0px; border-bottom-style: solid; border-bottom-color: initial; border-left-width: 0px; border-left-style: solid; border-left-color: initial; padding-bottom: 5px; padding-left: 5px; width: 221px; padding-right: 5px; height: 230px; border-top-width: 0px; border-top-style: solid; border-top-color: initial; border-right-width: 0px; border-right-style: solid; border-right-color: initial; padding-top: 5px; " title="DBIO1" border="0" hspace="5" alt="DBIO1" vspace="5" align="right" src="/uploadedImages/Contents/RP/COURSES/Full_Time_Courses/applied_sciences/DBIO%20(edited)(1).jpg" width="231" height="240" />Biotechnology encompasses the manipulation of biological systems to develop tools for solving problems and making products. These tools have the potential to revolutionise society by improving food supplies, enhancing health, and providing the means to mitigate our impact on the environment.</p> <p align="left">The Diploma in Biotechnology (DBIO) teaches students the fundamentals of biotechnology, focusing on the molecules and biological processes behind life. </p> <p align="left">The programme builds your understanding of cellular and bio-molecular processes, equipping you with the skills and knowledge to embark on a career in biotechnology.</p> <h3> <font color="#de1a7a">Programme Objectives</font> </h3> <ul type="disc"> <li>Provide students with a firm grounding in the concepts and fundamentals of biotechnology </li> <li>Equip students with practical knowledge of the foundational technologies for working with DNA, proteins, and cells </li> <li>Nurture an appreciation for life processes and reveal the possibilities, applications, and social implications of biotechnology </li> <li>Allow students the flexibility to choose one of the two specialisation tracks, enabling them to focus on areas of personal interest </li> <li>Prepare students for employment and equip them with professional, interpersonal, and collaborative skills through industrial attachments or projects</li> </ul> <h3> <font color="#de1a7a">Specialisation Tracks </font> </h3> <p> <strong> <u>1. Biotechnology</u> </strong> </p> <p>The future for professionals who understand and practise biotechnology is only limited by their imagination and vision of how they can contribute to society.</p> <p>Besides medicine, the technologies developed to manipulate biological systems are being applied to wider areas of human endeavour, from better managing the environment to improving the world’s food supply. Many new drugs now comprise molecular compounds that can only be manufactured with the aid of living cells.</p> <p>This specialization deepens student’s understanding of biotechnology with an emphasis on hands on skills that can be applied in research laboratories. This will prepare you for a career to work in industries where biological solutions offer better alternatives to societal needs. The strong foundations provided also prepare students for degree programme for those with aspirations for further studies.</p> <p> <strong> <u>2. Food and Nutrition</u> </strong> </p> <p>The boundaries between biotechnology and food and nutrition have merged in recent years. Increasingly, recombinant DNA technology and genetic engineering support the development of healthy foods and the efforts to increase food production for an ever-growing human population. This specialisation provides you with the relevant skills required to support the growing food and nutrition industries, both in Singapore and around the world. You will be exposed to the skills and techniques employed in the safe production of food, as well as key concepts in human nutrition. You can also apply these skills to support the growth of the diet and nutrition healthcare sectors.</p> <h3> <font color="#de1a7a">Career Prospects</font> </h3> <p>DBIO graduates are sought after as laboratory or junior technologists in the biopharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical technology, food, and food supply industries. You can also explore career opportunities as a marketing specialist in companies dealing with laboratory equipment and consumable supplies that support the biomedical science industry. If you have an entrepreneurial slant, you may consider a role in a startup enterprise.</p> <h3> <font color="#de1a7a">Further Studies</font> </h3> <span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 9pt; ">For more information about university pathways, visit <a title="RP's Further Study Portal" href="/FurtherStudies/AdvPathways.aspx " target="_blank"><font color="#0000ff"><strong><u>RP's Further Studies</u></strong></font></a>.</span> <h3> <font color="#de1a7a">Application</font> </h3> <p>To find out more about how you can apply for this diploma, visit <a title="Republic Poly's admissions" href="/Admission.aspx"><strong><font color="#0000ff"><u>Republic Poly's Admissions</u></font></strong></a> page. </p> <h3> <font color="#de1a7a">More Information</font> </h3> <p>Want to find out more about the school that offers this diploma? Then drop by the <a title="School of Applied Science's homepage" href="/School_of_Applied_Science.aspx"><strong><font color="#0000ff"><u>School of Applied Science's homepage</u></font></strong></a> now!</p>
For O-Level Holders
<h1> <font color="#de1a7a">Diploma in Biotechnology (R16)</font> </h1> <h3> <font color="#de1a7a">Entry Rquirements For O-Level Holders</font> </h3> <p>Table 1: Minimum Entry Requirements </p> <table style="font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; " border="0" cellspacing="2" cellpadding="5" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td bgcolor="#e63493" colspan="2" align="center"> <strong> <font color="#ffffff">Minimum Entry Requirements </font> </strong> </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#999999"> <strong> <font color="#ffffff">Subject </font> </strong> </td> <td bgcolor="#999999" width="23%" align="center"> <font color="#ffffff"> <strong>Grade</strong> </font> </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" width="77%">English Language </td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" align="center">1-7</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" width="77%">Mathematics (Elementary/Additional) </td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" align="center">1-6</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" width="77%">Any one of the following subjects:<br /><ul style="width: 400px; "><li>Additional Combined Science</li><li>Additional Science</li><li>Biology</li><li>Chemistry</li><li>Combined Science</li><li>Computer Studies</li><li>Creative 3-D Animation</li><li>Design & Technology</li><li>Engineering Science</li><li>Food & Nutrition</li><li>Fundamentals of Electronics</li><li>General Science</li><li>Human & Social Biology</li><li>Integrated Science</li><li>Physical Science</li><li>Physics</li><li>Science (Chemistry, Biology)</li><li>Science (Physics, Biology)</li><li>Science (Physics, Chemistry)</li><li>Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)</li></ul> </td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" align="center">1-6</td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <br /> <p>Table 2: Aggregate Type </p> <table style="font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; " border="0" cellspacing="2" cellpadding="5" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td bgcolor="#e63493" width="100%" colspan="4" align="center"> <strong> <font color="#ffffff">Aggregate Type (ELR2B2-C) </font> </strong> </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#999999" width="8%" align="center"> <strong> <font color="#ffffff">EL</font> </strong> </td> <td bgcolor="#999999" width="74%" colspan="2" align="center"> <strong> <font color="#ffffff">R2</font> </strong> </td> <td bgcolor="#999999" width="8%" align="center"> <strong> <font color="#ffffff">B2</font> </strong> </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" valign="top" rowspan="2" width="15%">English Language</td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" height="30" valign="middle" width="37%" align="center"> <strong>1st Group of <br />Relevant Subjects </strong> </td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" valign="middle" width="37%" align="center"> <strong>2nd Group of <br />Relevant Subjects </strong> </td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" valign="top" rowspan="2" width="15%">Best 2 other subjects excluding CCA </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" valign="top"> <p>Elementary Mathematics <br />Additional Mathematics</p> </td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" valign="top"> <p>Addn Combined Science <br />Additional Science <br />Biology <br />Chemistry <br />Combined Science <br />Computer Studies <br />Creative 3D Animation <br />Design & Technology <br />Engineering Science <br />Food & Nutrition <br />Fundamentals of Electronics <br />General Science <br />Human & Social Biology <br />Integrated Science <br />Physics <br />Physical Science <br />Science (Chem, Bio) <br />Science (Phy, Bio) <br />Science (Phy, Chem) <br />Science (Phy, Chem, Bio)</p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table>
For NITEC Holders
<h1> <font color="#de1a7a">Diploma in Biotechnology (R16)</font> </h1> <h3> <font color="#de1a7a">Entry Rquirements For NITEC Holders</font> </h3> <table style="font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; " border="0" cellspacing="2" cellpadding="5" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td bgcolor="#e63493" width="80%"> <strong><font color="#ffffff">NITEC</font></strong> </td> <td bgcolor="#e63493" width="20%" align="center"> <font color="#ffffff"> <strong>GPA</strong> </font> </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2">NT39 Chemical Process Technology (Biologics)/ Chemical Process Technology (Petrochemicals)/ Chemical Process Technology (Pharmaceuticals)/ Chemical Process Technology (Process Instrumentation)</td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2">NT45 Nursing</td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2">NT55 Fitness Training</td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2">NT58 Applied Food Science</td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2">NT64 Medical Manufacturing Technology</td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" align="center">≥ 3.5</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2"> </td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" align="center"> </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#de1a7a" colspan="2"> <strong> <font color="#ffffff">Higher NITEC</font> </strong> </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2">IT58 Biotechnology/Biochemical Technology</td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" align="center">≥ 2.0</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2">IT59 Chemical Technology</td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" align="center">≥ 2.0</td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2">IT62 Paramedic & Emergency Care</td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" align="center">≥ 2.0</td> </tr> </tbody> </table>
Course Structure
<h1> <font color="#de1a7a">Diploma in Biotechnology (R16)</font> </h1> <h3> <font color="#de1a7a">Course Structure</font> </h3> <p>The course consists of general modules, discipline modules, and specialisation modules. Year 1 covers general modules such as Science and Mathematics. Year 2 and 3 focus on discipline and specialisation modules such as Microbiology, Biochemistry, Cell Culture, and Nutrition. In year 3, you can choose to go on the Biotechnology Track or the Food and Nutrition Track.</p> <p>Each module is equivalent to 4 modular credits (MC).</p> <table style="font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; " border="0" cellspacing="2" cellpadding="5" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td bgcolor="#e63493"> <strong> <font color="#ffffff">General Modules (24 MC )</font> </strong> </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2"> <p> <strong>6 compulsory modules:</strong> <br /> <a title="A101 Science" href="http://www.rp.edu.sg/Module_Synopses/A101_Science.aspx" target="_blank"> <strong> <font color="#de1a7a">A101 Science</font> <font color="#ec4399"> </font> </strong> </a> <br /> <a title="A113 Mathematics" href="http://www.rp.edu.sg/Module_Synopses/A113_Mathematics.aspx" target="_blank"> <strong> <font color="#de1a7a">A113 Mathematics</font> <font color="#ec4399"> </font> </strong> </a> <br /> <a title="A201 Chemistry" href="http://www.rp.edu.sg/Module_Synopses/A201_Chemistry.aspx" target="_blank"> <strong> <font color="#de1a7a">A201 Chemistry</font> <font color="#ec4399"> </font> </strong> </a> <br /> <a title="B102 Organisational Behaviour" href="http://www.rp.edu.sg/Module_Synopses/B102_Organisational_Behaviour.aspx" target="_blank"> <strong> <font color="#de1a7a">B102 Organisational Behaviour</font> <font color="#ec4399"> </font> </strong> </a> <br /> <a title="G101 Cognitive Processes and Problem Solving" href="http://www.rp.edu.sg/Module_Synopses/G101_Cognitive_Processes_and_Problem_Solving_I.aspx" target="_blank"> <strong> <font color="#de1a7a">G101 Cognitive Processes and Problem Solving</font> <font color="#ec4399"> </font> </strong> </a> <br /> <a title="G103 Introduction to Communication Practice" href="http://www.rp.edu.sg/Module_Synopses/G103_Introduction_to_Communication_Practice.aspx" target="_blank"> <strong> <font color="#de1a7a">G103 Introduction to Communication Practice</font> </strong> </a> </p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <br /> <table style="font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; " border="0" cellspacing="2" cellpadding="5" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td bgcolor="#e63493"> <strong> <font color="#ffffff">Discipline Modules (48 MC )</font> </strong> </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2"> <p> <strong>12 compulsory modules:</strong> <br /> <a title="A103 Anatomy and Physiology" href="http://www.rp.edu.sg/Module_Synopses/A103_Anatomy_and_Physiology.aspx" target="_blank"> <strong> <font color="#de1a7a">A103 Anatomy and Physiology</font> </strong> </a> <font color="#de1a7a"> </font> </p> <p> <a title="A202 Chemistry II" href="/Module_Synopses/A202_Chemistry_II.aspx" target="_blank"> <font color="#de1a7a"> <strong>A202 Chemistry II</strong> </font> </a> </p> <p> <a title="A221 Microbiology" href="http://www.rp.edu.sg/Module_Synopses/A221_Microbiology.aspx" target="_blank"> <strong> <font color="#de1a7a">A221 Microbiology</font> </strong> </a> <br /> <a title="A222 Molecular and Cell Biology" href="http://www.rp.edu.sg/Module_Synopses/A222_Molecular_and_Cell_Biology.aspx" target="_blank"> <strong> <font color="#de1a7a">A222 Molecular and Cell Biology</font> </strong> </a> <br /> <a title="A223 Biochemistry" href="http://www.rp.edu.sg/Module_Synopses/A223_Biochemistry.aspx" target="_blank"> <strong> <font color="#de1a7a">A223 Biochemistry</font> </strong> </a> <font color="#de1a7a"> </font> </p> <p> <a title="A224 Recombinant DNA Technologies" href="/Module_Synopses/A224_Recombination_DNA_Technologies.aspx" target="_blank"> <font color="#de1a7a"> <strong>A224 Recombinant DNA Technologies</strong> </font> </a> </p> <p> <strong> <a title="A231 Immunology" href="/A231_Immunology.aspx" target="_blank"> <font color="#de1a7a">A231 Immunology</font> </a> <font color="#de1a7a"> </font> </strong> <br /> <a title="A232 Genetics" href="http://www.rp.edu.sg/Module_Synopses/A232_Genetics.aspx" target="_blank"> <strong> <font color="#de1a7a">A232 Genetics</font> </strong> </a> <br /> <a title="A301 Laboratory Management " href="/A301_Laboratory_Management.aspx" target="_blank"> <strong> <font color="#de1a7a">A301 Laboratory Management</font> </strong> </a> </p> <p> <a title="A321 Proteomics" href="/Module_Synopses/A321_Proteomics.aspx" target="_blank"> <font color="#de1a7a"> <strong>A321 Proteomics</strong> </font> </a> </p> <p> <a title="A322 Genomics" href="/Module_Synopses/A322_Genomics.aspx" target="_blank"> <font color="#de1a7a"> <strong>A322 Genomics</strong> </font> </a> </p> <p> <a title="A332 Structural Biology" href="/Module_Synopses/A332_Structural_Biology.aspx" target="_blank"> <font color="#de1a7a"> <strong>A332 Structural Biology</strong> </font> </a> </p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <br /> <table style="font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; " border="0" cellspacing="2" cellpadding="5" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td bgcolor="#e63493" colspan="2"> <strong> <font color="#ffffff">Specialisation Modules (12 MC )</font> </strong> </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" colspan="2"> <strong>Select 1 track (3 modules): </strong> </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" width="50%"> <p> <strong>Biotechnology Track</strong> <br /> <a title="A241 Cell Culture" href="/Module_Synopses/A241_Cell_Culture.aspx" target="_blank"> <font color="#de1a7a">A241 Cell Culture</font> </a> </p> <p> <a href="/Module_Synopses/A385_Bioprospecting.aspx" target="_blank"> <font color="#de1a7a">A385 Bioprospecting</font> </a> </p> <p> <a title="A364 Analytical Instrumentation" href="/Module_Synopses/A364_Analytical_Instrumentation.aspx" target="_blank"> <font color="#de1a7a">A364 Analytical Instrumentation</font> </a> </p> </td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2"> <p> <strong>Food and Nutrition Track</strong> <br /> <a title="A337 Nutrition" href="/Module_Synopses/A337_Nutrition.aspx" target="_blank"> <font color="#de1a7a">A337 Nutrition</font> </a> </p> <p> <a title="A349 Food Science" href="/Module_Synopses/A349_Food_Science.aspx" target="_blank"> <font color="#de1a7a">A349 Food Science</font> </a> </p> <p> <a title="A382 Industrial and Food Biotechnology" href="/Module_Synopses/A382_Industrial_and_Food_Biotechnology.aspx" target="_blank"> <font color="#de1a7a">A382 Industrial and Food Biotechnology</font> </a> </p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <br /> <table style="font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; " border="0" cellspacing="2" cellpadding="5" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td bgcolor="#e63493" colspan="3" align="center"> <font color="#ffffff"> <strong>Select either Option A or B:</strong> </font> </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#e63493"> </td> <td bgcolor="#e63493" align="center"> <strong> <font color="#ffffff">Option A </font> </strong> </td> <td bgcolor="#e63493" align="center"> <strong> <font color="#ffffff">Option B </font> </strong> </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" width="25%"> <p> <strong>Industry Orientation Programme</strong> </p> </td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" valign="top" width="42%"> <p> <strong>Industry Immersion Programme (28 MC )</strong> <br /> <a title="G301 Project" href="http://www.rp.edu.sg/Module_Synopses/G301_Project_I.aspx" target="_blank"> <strong> <font color="#de1a7a">G301 Project</font> <font color="#ec4399"> </font> </strong> </a> <br /> <a title="G901 Creative Engagement" href="http://www.rp.edu.sg/Module_Synopses/G901_Creative_Engagement.aspx" target="_blank"> <strong> <font color="#de1a7a">G901 Creative Engagement</font> <font color="#ec4399"> </font> </strong> </a> <br /> <a title="B931 Industry Immersion Programme" href="http://www.rp.edu.sg/Module_Synopses/B931_Industry_Immersion_Programme.aspx" target="_blank"> <font color="#de1a7a"> <strong>A931 Industry Immersion Programme </strong> </font> </a> </p> </td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" valign="top" width="33%"> <p> <strong>Industry Projects (16 MC )</strong> <br /> <a title="G311 Industry Project" href="http://www.rp.edu.sg/Module_Synopses/G311_Industry_Project.aspx" target="_blank"> <strong> <font color="#de1a7a">G311 Industry Project</font> <font color="#ec4399"> </font> </strong> </a> <br /> <font color="#de1a7a"> <strong>G322 Industry Project II</strong> </font> </p> <p> <a title="G901 Creative Engagement" href="http://www.rp.edu.sg/Module_Synopses/G901_Creative_Engagement.aspx" target="_blank"> <strong> <font color="#de1a7a">G901 Creative Engagement</font> <font color="#ec4399"> </font> </strong> </a> </p> <p> </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2"> <p> <strong>Elective Modules</strong> </p> </td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" valign="top"> <p> <strong>Select 1 out of 8 modules (4 MC)</strong> </p> <p> <a title="A251 Medical Technology" href="http://www.rp.edu.sg/Module_Synopses/A251_Medical_Technology.aspx" target="_blank"> <strong> <font color="#de1a7a">A251 Medical Technology </font> </strong> </a> <br /> <a href="/Module_Synopses/A308_Environmental_Health_and_Safety.aspx" target="_blank"> <font color="#de1a7a">A308 Environment Health and Safety</font> </a> <br /> <a title="A346 Pharmaceutical Chemistry" href="/Module_Synopses/A346_Pharmaceutical_Chemistry.aspx" target="_blank"> <font color="#de1a7a">A346 Pharmaceutical Chemistry</font> </a> <br /> <a href="/Module_Synopses/A365_Current_Good_Manufacturing_Practice.aspx" target="_blank"> <font color="#de1a7a">A365 Current Good Manufacturing Practice</font> </a> </p> <p> <a title="A375 Dietary Supplements" href="/Module_Synopses/A375_Dietary_Supplements.aspx" target="_blank"> <font color="#de1a7a">A375 Dietary Supplements</font> </a> </p> <p> <font color="#000000">and 3 specialisation modules</font> from a different specialisation option</p> </td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" valign="top"> <p> <strong>Select 3 out of 8 modules (12 MC)</strong> </p> <p> <a title="A251 Medical Technology" href="http://www.rp.edu.sg/Module_Synopses/A251_Medical_Technology.aspx" target="_blank"> <strong> <font color="#de1a7a">A251 Medical Technology </font> </strong> </a> <br /> <a href="/Module_Synopses/A308_Environmental_Health_and_Safety.aspx" target="_blank"> <font color="#de1a7a">A308 Environment Health and Safety</font> </a> <br /> <a title="A346 Pharmaceutical Chemistry" href="/Module_Synopses/A346_Pharmaceutical_Chemistry.aspx" target="_blank"> <font color="#de1a7a">A346 Pharmaceutical Chemistry</font> </a> <br /> <a href="/Module_Synopses/A365_Current_Good_Manufacturing_Practice.aspx" target="_blank"> <font color="#de1a7a">A365 Current Good Manufacturing Practice</font> </a> </p> <p> <a title="A375 Dietary Supplements" href="/Module_Synopses/A375_Dietary_Supplements.aspx" target="_blank"> <font color="#de1a7a">A375 Dietary Supplements</font> </a> </p> <p>and 3 specialisation modules from a different specialisation option</p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2"> <p> <strong>Freely Chosen Module </strong> </p> </td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" valign="top"> <p>Select 1 module (4 MC) from the entire range of modules offered by the Schools and Centres in RP.</p> </td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" valign="top"> <p>Select 2 modules (8 MC) from the entire range of modules offered by the Schools and Centres in RP.</p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table>
Graduation Criteria
<h1> <font color="#de1a7a">Diploma in Biotechnology (R16)</font> </h1> <h3> <font color="#de1a7a">Graduation Criteria</font> </h3> <p>To graduate with a Diploma in Biotechnology, you need to successfully complete a total of 120 modular credits. You should be able to do this within three years of enrolment if you are deemed to have successfully completed a minimum of 20 modular credits, or its equivalent, per semester.</p> <table style="font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; " border="0" cellspacing="2" cellpadding="5" width="100%"> <tbody> <tr> <td bgcolor="#e63493" valign="middle" rowspan="2" width="40%" align="center"> <font color="#ffffff"> <strong>Module Category </strong> </font> </td> <td bgcolor="#e63493" colspan="2" align="center"> <font color="#ffffff"> <strong>Number Of Modular Credits <br />Required For Graduation</strong> </font> </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#999999" width="30%" align="center"> <font color="#ffffff"> <strong>Option A </strong> </font> </td> <td bgcolor="#999999" width="30%" align="center"> <font color="#ffffff"> <strong>Option B </strong> </font> </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2">General </td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" align="center">24 </td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" align="center">24 </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2">Discipline </td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" align="center">48 </td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" align="center">48 </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2">Specialisation (Choose 1 of the 2 specialisations available) </td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" align="center">12 </td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" align="center">12 </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2">Industry Orientation Programme </td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" align="center">28 </td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" align="center">16 </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2">Elective </td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" align="center">4 </td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" align="center">12 </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2">Freely Chosen </td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" align="center">4 </td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" align="center">8 </td> </tr> <tr> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2"> <strong>Total</strong> </td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" align="center"> <strong>120 </strong> </td> <td bgcolor="#fbeaf2" align="center"> <strong>120 </strong> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table>