Life Sciences is more than just test-tubes and men in white coats. It is a fascinating multi-disciplinary field of study which involves exciting research, designing and executing groundbreaking experiments to perhaps develop new products (medicines, perfumes, even new types of foods) and processes.

If you have imagined yourself as say, the discoverer of a cure for AIDS, then this course is the first step you should take to realising that dream.
Don’t have a background in life sciences for the Bachelor of Science programme? This course bridges just that gap. It aims to:

• Give a solid foundation in Chemistry, Biology and Maths to non life-science trained students wishing to make a career in life sciences, biotechnology and physical sciences
• Support management professionals by giving them fundamental knowledge in this subject
• Prepare students for new career opportunities in this area
• This course also allows you to make a smooth transition to any of our many Psychology programmes.

Recognition

Upon successful completion, graduates of this programme can advance to the first year of Bachelor of Science courses offered by The University of Western Australia;

• Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science / Chemistry / Molecular Biology and Biotechnology / Pharmaceutical Science) with an average ‘C’ grade with a grade no lower than ‘D’ in any of the units; other than Chemistry where a minimum ‘C’ grade is required.
• Bachelor of Science (Psychology / Psychology and Human Performance / Sport Science) with an average ‘C’ grade, with a grade no lower than 'D' in any of the units

Course Structure

• The course consists of 3 units with a total of 413 contact hours.
• Mathematics module is taught in March over 12 weeks; Biology module is taught in June over 16 weeks; Chemistry module is taught in October over 16 weeks.

Duration

The course can be taken within a minimum period of 12 months.

Assessment and Examination

At the commencement of each module, students will be provided the assessment mode and weightings for the module. Most modules have several points of assessment, which may include laboratory assignments, tests, projects and final examinations.

Entry Requirement

The minimum entry requirements are:

• 5 GCE ‘O' Level credits with ‘B4' average grade including English and Mathematics

Language Proficiency

Please note that all students must also meet the following minimum English proficiency requirements:

• C6 or better for GCE ‘O’ Level
• 570 (paper-based total) and 230 (computer-based total) in TOEFL with Essay Rating/TWE of 4.5 or Internet-based Test (iBT): An overall score of 90 with a minimum score of 22 in the Writing section and no less than 20 in the other sections
• 6.5 in IELTS with no band less than 6.0
• ‘C’ grade for the Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English
   

Others

GCE ‘A’ Level Mathematics or equivalent is also a pre-requisite for entry to the Bachelor of Science courses.

Graduation Requirements

For more information on graduation, please click here;

http://www.psb-academy.edu.sg/main/1926/Prospective-Students/Singapore-Students/Award-of-Qualification/

Availability

Course Fees

Total course fee:

S$2,321.90 (1st instalment)
S$2,321.90 (2nd instalment)
S$2,321.90 (3rd instalment)
S$6,965.70

Course fee after SDF-AIP: S$5,313.70^

^SDF Funding is Approved-in-Principle (SDF-AIP). Terms and conditions apply and subject to change without prior notice.


 Graduates of PSB Academy can enjoy fee rebates for subsequent courses. Please contact your Admissions Officer for further details.

* All fees inclusive of 7% GST and subject to change annually
* Course fee excludes textbooks
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- updated on 13 July 2010