Diploma in Biomedical Sciences (R14)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Biomedical Science?
Biomedical Sciences cover a
wide range of subjects from molecules to microbes to
medicine, from body systems to diagnostic sciences,
and from human genome to health issues. The mastery
of the Biomedical Sciences is associated with a
passion for science, and the desire to contribute
towards understanding fundamental processes through
a relentless process of questioning.
What will I learn from the Diploma of Biomedical Sciences (DBMS) programme?
The course will equip you with:
- A firm grounding in the concepts and fundamentals of the biomedical sciences.
- Practical knowledge of the foundational technologies for working with DNA, cells and medical technologies.
- A thorough grasp of the science behind the techniques.
- A rigorous introduction to major technological advances and to emerging fields in the post-genomics era.
- An appreciation of the biomedical industry, its best practices and societal considerations.
- Knowledge and skills involved in allied health sciences
- Entrepreneurial knowledge of how biomedical companies operate.
For details of the DBMS course structure, please click here.
What are the specialisation tracks for DBMS?
There are 3 specialisation tracks for DBMS, namely (1) Biomedical Sciences, (2) Medical Technology, and (3) Medical Imaging.
What career does the DBMS prepare me for?
The DBMS offers you a wide
range of career opportunities. A DBMS graduate will
be able to find employment as a laboratory or junior
medical technologist, in the areas of scientific and
biomedical research, diagnostic imaging and
therapeutic development, as well as in hospitals and
private clinical laboratories. You will also be able
to work as a biomedical sales and marketing
executive in companies that deal with laboratory
equipment and consumable supplies.
What university degree programmes will I qualify for after getting the diploma?
Locally, National University of Singapore (NUS) and Nanyang Technological Institute (NTU) offer undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes which focus on biomedical sciences. You may pursue further education in these local universities after the diploma programme, if you meet the entry criteria for university admission. There are also many overseas universities that offer degree programmes in biomedical sciences.
In addition, students who qualify can enrol in the International Programme in Biomedical Sciences (IPBMS) or Medical Imaging (IPMI). IPBMS programme will allow them to gain entry into the final year of a Degree programme in Biomedical Sciences. It will also allow them to gain direct entry into the third year of the four-year Bachelor of Radiography and Medical Imaging degree programme at Monash University.
For details of the IPBMS and IPMI course structure,
please refer to the following link:
http://www.rp.sg/courses/cpd/index.asp.
Who will be teaching this programme?
Our staff comprise people from the academia and industry with international experience and perspectives. Some of us have participated very actively in the development of biomedical science in Singapore and are still involved in its growth.
Do I qualify for the diploma programme?
Please click here for the admission requirements.
How many places are being offered in Academic Year 2010?
About 225 places will be available for the Academic Year 2010 intake.
How does the course at RP compare to those found in other polytechnics?
The course structure of our programme is very similar to the diploma programmes offered by other polytechnics. The main difference is that our programme will be delivered using the Problem-based Learning (PBL) approach, and is managed and developed by a team of medical doctors, technologists and researchers. The diploma programme offers a wider range of specialisation options compared to other polytechnics.
What are the Cut-Off Points for this programme?
The Cut-Off Points depend largely on the merits of students who apply for this diploma.
I am interested in DBMS, but I am quite weak in my Sciences. Is it advisable for me to enrol in this course?
It is advantageous but not a requirement to have a strong science background in order to enrol in DBMS. The core basic sciences concepts will be revisited in the first-year programme. If you have a strong interest in this course, coupled with a good learning attitude, we are confident you will excel!
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