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Diploma in Applied Science (Medical Laboratory Science)

Topic:Applied & Health Sciences, Others

Course Type:Part-Time Diploma and Post-Diploma Courses

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Overview

  • Course Date:

    19 Oct 2020 to 31 Mar 2021
  • Registration Period:

    TBA
  • Time:

    08:00 AM to 08:00 AM
  • Mode of Training:

    Classroom
  • Venue:

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  • Funding:

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The Diploma in Applied Science (Medical Laboratory Science) is a multi-campus experience where it combines the strengths of five polytechnics’ curricula and aims to equip participants with the knowledge and technical skills to support the needs of the biomedical science industry, particularly in medical laboratory science.  This course is relevant for individuals who are keen to pursue a career in diagnostic clinical laboratories or other related fields in biomedical research and technology.


Class schedule:
Lessons are conducted via Home-Based Learning (HBL), eLearning and onsite for practical or project lessons. The course will commence in April 2023.

Days of Lessons

Duration

3 to 4 week days at respective polytechnics that offer the Modular Certificate*

6:00 pm - 10:00 pm or
6.30 pm- 10:00 pm

Saturday
(where necessary for lessons or assessments)*

9:00 am – 1:00 pm or
2:00 pm – 6:00 pm

*Timetable is subjected to change by the respective polytechnic in this joint-polytechnic course

Please refer to RP's website here.

Course Objective

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Course Outline

The Diploma in Applied Science (Medical Laboratory Science) comprises of five Modular Certificates (MCs) that focuses on a specific area of expertise that will enable participants to acquire the relevant knowledge and skills.  Each MC is conducted by a different polytechnic and comprises of three to four modules. 

 

180hours)ModulesConducted by
Histotechnology and Cytotechnology
  1. Human Body Systems in Health and Disease (45 hours)
  2. Laboratory Management and Operations (45 hours)
  3. Principles of Histotechnology &Cytotechnology (90 hours)
Republic Polytechnic (RP)
Diagnostic Clinical Chemistry
  1. Biochemistry (60 hours)
  2. Analytical Biochemistry for Clinical Sciences (45 hours)
  3. Clinical Chemistry and Instrumentation (75 hours)
Nanyang Polytechnic (NYP)
Medical Microbiology
  1. Basic Microbiology (30 hours)
  2. Microbiology Technology (45 hours)
  3. Clinical Microbiology (60 hours)
  4. Biosafety (45 hours)
Temasek Polytechnic (TP)
Molecular Diagnostics
  1. Molecular Bioscience (60 hours)
  2. Molecular Techniques (60 hours)
  3. Clinical Applications of Molecular Testing (60 hours)
Ngee Ann Polytechnic (NP)
Haematology and Immuno-haematology
  1. Immunology (60 hours)
  2. Blood Banking (60 hours)
  3. Haematology (60 hours)
Singapore Polytechnic (SP)
Please click here for module synopsis.

Minimum Requirements

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Certification / Accreditation

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Suitable for

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Course Fees

The course fees payable above are inclusive of 0% GST rate.

Applicants/Eligibility Modular Certificate in Haematology & Immuno-haematology
SINGAPORE CITIZENS BELOW THE AGE OF 40 $502.69
SINGAPORE CITIZENS AGED 40 AND ABOVE $335.12
SINGAPORE PR $1,376.35
SME-SPONSORED SINGAPORE CITIZENS $346.09
SME-SPONSORED SINGAPORE PR $420.55
OTHERS / REPEAT STUDENTS (for SC) $3,351.24
OTHERS / REPEAT STUDENTS (for PR) $3,440.88

*SC - Singapore Citizens 

**PR - Permanent Residents

SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Funding and Enhanced Training Support for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). For details, please refer to here.

The fees shown (inclusive of 8% GST) are indicative as they are based on prevailing funding policies and subject to review.

As announced at Budget 2022, there will be no increase in government fees and charges for Singaporeans from 1 Jan 2023 to 31 Dec 2023.

Module Certificate Fee is payable on a semester basis.

Other Fees Payable:

FEE DESCRIPTIONPER SEMESTER (AFTER GST)
SINGAPORE CITIZENSSINGAPORE PR AND OTHERS
Statutory Licence Fee (CLASS)$1.01$1.02
Examination Fee-$16.20
Miscellaneous Fee$7.49$7.56
Insurance Fee (GPA)$1.70$1.72
Students' Union Entrance Fee
(one-time payment upon enrolment)
$5.00*
(non-refundable)
$5.00
(non-refundable)
Students' Union Subscription Fee$4.50*
(non-refundable)
$4.50*
(non-refundable)


*Not subjected to GST

- The fees shown (inclusive of 8% GST) are indicative as they are based on prevailing funding policies and subject to review.

- As announced at Budget 2022, there will be no increase in government fees and charges for Singaporeans from 1 Jan 2023 to 31 Dec 2023.


Refund Policy:

i) Withdraw within 2 weeks before semester commencement - 50% refund of paid course fee
ii) Withdraw on or after date of semester commencement - no refund of paid course fee

Please note that other fees paid are non-refundable.


Application Procedure

Please click here for application procedures.
 

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