About this Course
The programme is intended to:
- Provide students with a knowledge and understanding of the basic science that underpins biotechnology, including molecular biology and bioinformatics.
- Advance students’ knowledge of the science that is at the forefront of developments in biotechnology.
- Develop students’ practical skills including information technology skills, that will enable them to pursue careers in the biotechnology industry.
- Prepare students for employment, by developing transferable skills, including: self-management and reflective practice, independence, communication, IT, numeracy, data analysis, interpersonal and teamwork skills, alongside an awareness of current issues within the taught programme.
- Develop an appreciation of the role of scientific research in the advancement of Biotechnology and to encourage an understanding of the potential economic, ethical, and political impacts of modern biotechnology on society.
Programme Curriculum
Year 1
- Skills for Applied Scientists
- Cell Biology and Genetics
- The Scope of Biotechnology
- Biochemistry
- Plant Biology
- Biodiversity
- Introductory Bioinformatics
- Principles of Immunology
Year 2
- Cellular and Immunological Methods
- Biotechnology and Applied Biochemistry
- Food Biotechnology
- The Biology of Disease
- Bioinformatics and Molecular Biotechnology
- Metabolic Biochemistry
- Biotechniques and Practical Molecular Genetics
- Research Methods for Applied Science
Year 3
- Analytical Methods and Applied Genetics
- Investigative Microbiology
- Plant Biotechnology
- Bioethics
- Biological and Food Sciences Project
- Current Topics in Biotechnology
- Animal Biotechnology
- Applied Bioinformatics
Admission Requirements
Applicants must be of age 18 and above, and meet at least ONE of the following requirements:
- Diploma in Biomedical Science or Foundation Certificate in Biomedical Sciences awarded by
- MDIS;
- GCE ‘A’ Level, in science stream subjects (Grades BBB, with B in Biology)
Advanced standing and subject exemptions may be awarded for applicants holding the following qualifications
- Diploma in Biotechnology, Medical Technology or Biomedical Sciences
- Diploma in Veterinary Technology or Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Diploma in Food Science and Technology
Other equivalent qualifications may be considered on a case by case basis. Those who do not fit the above entry
criteria are nevertheless encouraged to submit their academic transcripts for consideration.
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Course Info
- Course Provider Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS)
- Course Category Technology
- Course Price n/a
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