Course Details

Diploma in Applied Science (Industrial Chemistry & Life Sciences)

Overview

  • Course Date:

    19 Oct 2026 to 31 Mar 2029

  • Registration Period:

    1 Jun 2026 to 31 Aug 2026

  • Duration/Frequency:

    855 Hours (2.5 Years)

  • Mode of Training:

    Face-to-Face (Classroom Teaching), E-Learning (Asynchronous)

Class Schedule
3-4 evenings per week, 6:30 - 9:30pm

Course Duration
855 hours (2.5 years)

Enquires
For enquiries, please email to ptenquiry@sp.edu.sg

Please refer to the Academic Calendar.

What You Will Learn

Power the future of Singapore’s chemical & life sciences industries!

As one of the world’s leading chemical and energy hubs, Singapore continues to see strong demand for skilled laboratory analysts and process technicians.

Through this Diploma in Applied Science (Industrial Chemistry & Life Sciences), you will gain industry-relevant skills through practical training in chemistry, microbiology, laboratory operations, chemical processes, environmental sustainability, and data analytics to prepare you for an exciting career in Singapore’s growing energy, chemicals, laboratory, and life sciences sectors.

Key Outcomes
  • Develop strong foundations in industrial chemistry, life sciences, thermochemistry, and organic reaction mechanisms for industrial and laboratory applications.
  • Gain hands-on laboratory skills in instrumental analysis, microbiology, chemical testing, and quality assurance
  • Understand laboratory safety, quality assurance, ISO standards, biosafety practices, and environmental sustainability in scientific operations.
  • Build knowledge in life sciences, biochemistry, molecular genetics, microbiology, and forensic science for applied scientific and research work.
  • Apply data analytics, statistical tools, and predictive modelling techniques to analyse industrial and laboratory data for process improvement and decision-making.
  • Understand environmental sustainability, water technology, and quality control in chemical and life science sectors

Designed For
Motivated laboratory technicians, process technicians and manufacturing personnel, seeking to advance your career in the energy, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, environmental, and life sciences industries.

More Information

This is a 2.5-year part-time course consisting of 5 Modular Certificates conducted over 5 semesters. 

Modular CertificateKey Modules
MC 1 - Core Chemistry I, Chemical Processes & Safety- Chemistry I
- Introduction to Chemical Processes
- Chemical Safety and Biosafety
MC 2 - Core Chemistry II, Instrumentation & Microbiology- Chemistry II
- Instrumental Analysis
- Microbiology
MC 3 - Laboratory Management, Environment & Statistics- Environmental Sustainability
- Good Laboratory Practice and Management
- Applied Statistics and Quality Assurance
MC 4 - Applied Chemistry & Data Analytics- Chemistry III
- Data Analytics & Visualisation
- Biochemistry
MC 5 - Life Science*- Molecular Genetics
- General Anatomy & Physiology
- Forensic Science
MC 6 - Industrial Chemistry*- Chemical Process Plant Equipment
- Petrochemicals and its Applications
- Chemical Process Automation and Robotics

Please click here for the Module Synopsis.

Note: This Diploma offers two elective Modular Certificates.
  • Applicants interested in MC5 – Modular Certificate in Life Science should apply here.
  • Applicants interested in MC6 – Modular Certificate in Industrial Chemistry should apply here.

Please select the appropriate track and click “Register” to submit your application. Submission and acceptance of the offer will be treated as confirmation of the selected elective. Changes and appeals will not be allowed thereafter.

Industry Accreditations 

After completing this course, you may also be awarded a joint certification to recognise training in Good Laboratory Practices and Management (Singapore Accreditation Council) (SAC).

For more information on the course, click on the “Register” button.