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Diploma in Environmental & Marine Science (R62)

DEMS

What You Will Learn

Be at the forefront of safeguarding the environment and marine ecosystems for future generations!

Climate change poses significant challenges to our world — from intensifying wildfires and rising sea levels to dwindling freshwater resources, shrinking food supplies, and the spread of diseases. Are you driven to make a meaningful difference in the face of these global issues? Join us and become the next generation of sustainability leaders.

  • Gain expertise in climate change, ecology, wildlife and environmental management, sustainability reporting, and the circular economy for a future-ready environmental career
  • Develop skills to conserve ecosystems by engaging with wildlife on field trips and gain access to RP’s Rain Garden and Aquaria research facility
  • Intern with Mandai Wildlife Group, Singapore Oceanarium, and others to gain real-world experience and strengthen your career prospects in environmental science

This diploma offers modules that broaden my knowledge and perspectives on the many pillars of Environmental Science. Experiential learning through field trips, laboratory work, exciting internships, and overseas study trips has allowed me to apply and refine what I have learned. The supportive lecturers have also played a crucial role in elevating my passion for biodiversity conservation to new heights. These experiences have been a defining part of my #GreaterMe journey.

CHOO RUIRONG
2024 Graduate

General Modules

Discipline Modules

Elective Modules

Customise your learning pathways by selecting ONE of the following options:

Option A: Select Elective modules totalling 12 Modular Credits (MCs) from the list of modules in the Minor programmes that are applicable to the Diploma and/or from the List of Electives below

Option B: Select a Minor Programme

Option C: Select a CET-based Certificate programme and/or Elective module(s) from the list of modules in the Minor programmes that are applicable to the Diploma or from the List of Electives below (only for eligible students)

List of Electives

Learn how you can customise your learning pathways here

Industry Orientation Programme

Option 1: One-Semester Industry Immersion Programme

And select one module from the list below:

Option 2: Two-Semester Industry Immersion Programme

GCE O-level

Aggregate TypeRange of Net ELR2B2 for 2025 JAEMinimum Entry Requirements/Grade
ELR2B2-C  6 to 12
  • English Language: D7
  • Mathematics (Elementary/Additional): C6
  • Any one of the following subjects: C6
    - Biology
    - Biotechnology
    - Chemistry
    - Food & Nutrition / Nutrition & Food Science
    - Physics
    - Science (Chemistry, Biology)
    - Science (Physics, Biology)
    - Science (Physics, Chemistry)

Nitec/Higher Nitec

Minimum net GPARelevant Qualifications
Nitec ≥ 3.5
  • NT15 Urban Greenery & Landscape
  • NT38 Building Servicing/ Building Services Technology/ Building Services Technology (Air-conditioning & Refrigeration)/ Building Services Technology (Mechanical & Electrical Services)/ Facility Technology (Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration)
  • NT39 Chemical Process Technology/ Chemical Process Technology (Biologics)/ Chemical Process Technology (Petrochemicals)/ Chemical Process Technology (Pharmaceuticals)/ Chemical Process Technology (Process Instrumentation)
  • NT58 Applied Food Science
  • NT61 Facility Technology (Landscaping Services)
  • NT63 Facility Technology (Mechanical & Electrical Services)
  • NT76 Semiconductor Technology / Electronics (Microelectronics)
Higher Nitec ≥ 2.0
  • IT11 Higher Nitec in Chemical Process Technology
  • IT15 Higher Nitec in Facilities Management & Engineering
  • IT58 Biotechnology
  • IT59 Chemical Technology
  • IT68 Facility Systems Design
  • IT72 Process Plant Design
  • IT77 Facility Management
  • IT87 Landscape Management & Design
  • IT94 Integrated Mechanical & Electrical Design
  • IT98 Bio-Chemical Technology
  • IT99 Higher Nitec in Applied Food Science

GCE A-Level

Minimum Entry Requirements

For more details on admission using Singapore Cambridge GCE A-levels qualifications, please refer to this webpage.

Note:

Admission to RP is based on academic merit and subjected to available vacancies of our diploma programmes. Meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee that applicants will be offered a placement in the diploma programme. These requirements are set in place to ensure fairness to all applicants.

Career Opportunities

You can look forward to enriching careers in environmental, water services, petrochemical and semiconductor sectors, fisheries, oceanariums, wildlife and marine parks and reserves, research institutes as well as government agencies. Get ready to take on roles such as:

  • Aquarist
  • Aquaculture Technologist
  • Conservation and Outreach Executive
  • Environmental Control and Environmental Service Officer
  • Environmental Health and Safety Technician
  • Laboratory Technologist
  • Operations Technician/Executive
  • Parks Officer
  • Sustainability Executive/Officer

Further Studies

Graduates from RP will be prepared to embark on meaningful careers immediately after graduation. Enhance your employability by taking part-time courses or SkillsFuture Work-Study Programmes.

Moreover, every RP diploma is recognised and has a pathway leading to a relevant degree at top local and overseas universities. You may complete your degrees in just over two or three years in a four-year programme.

Skills Deepening

After graduating from RP, you can choose to deepen your skills and knowledge in a chosen field before embarking on your career. You could either sign up for part-time courses or pursue work-study programmes. Visit our Lifelong Learning page to find out more.

Undergraduate Studies

DEMS graduates can pursue degree programmes in numerous areas such as environmental and marine science, sustainable development, ecology, and aquaculture in prestigious local and overseas universities.

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Last updated on 26 Nov 2025