Bachelor of Science (Molecular Biology and Pharmaceutical Science)

The programme can be completed within 12- 28 months, depending on number of exemptions.

Lesson Duration: Average of 2 - 3 hours per session

Terms: 4 modules in a trimester

Blended (City Campus & online)

Academic Year 1 Modules

• Big Ideas in Science: Life, the Universe and Everything
• Biology of Cell and Organism
• Chemistry 1A
• Chemistry 1B
• Making Sense of Data
• Pharmaceutical Formulation A

Academic Year 1 Elective Modules

• Human Biosciences A
• Infections, Pandemics and Epidemics
• Mathematical Applications in Biology

Academic Year 2 Modules

• Career Options and Professional Identity
• Introduction to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
• Medicinal and Organic Chemistry
• Metabolic Biochemistry and Cell Biology
• Pharmacology A

Academic Year 2 Elective Modules

• Pharmacology B
• Fundamentals of Chemistry B

Academic Year 3 Modules

• Advanced Biochemistry and Medical Biologoy Laboratory Course
• Advanced Topics in Biochemistry and Cell Biology
• Analytical Chemistry
• Applications of Biomedical Science
• Biopharmaceutics
• Clinical Biochemistry and Haematology
• Human Pathophysiology
• Science Project 

Mode of Assessment

Assessment of this programme may include assignments, tests, projects, reports, lab work, final examinations and others. 

• January
• May
• September

Minimum Class Size

• 10 students to commence class

Upon successful completion of all required modules, students will be awarded the Bachelor of Science (Molecular Biology and Pharmaceutical Science) from La Trobe University. The degree awarded will be the same as that to the on-campus graduates.

Maximum Candidature

84 months upon start of the programme

The programme can be completed within 24- 48 months, depending on number of exemptions.

Lesson Duration: Average of 2 - 3 hours per session

Terms: 2 modules in a trimester

Blended (City Campus & online)

Academic Year 1 Modules

• Big Ideas in Science: Life, the Universe and Everything
• Biology of Cell and Organism
• Chemistry 1A
• Chemistry 1B
• Making Sense of Data
• Pharmaceutical Formulation A

Academic Year 1 Elective Modules

• Human Biosciences A
• Infections, Pandemics and Epidemics
• Mathematical Applications in Biology

Academic Year 2 Modules

• Career Options and Professional Identity
• Introduction to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
• Medicinal and Organic Chemistry
• Metabolic Biochemistry and Cell Biology
• Pharmacology A

Academic Year 2 Elective Modules

• Pharmacology B
• Fundamentals of Chemistry B

Academic Year 3 Modules

• Advanced Biochemistry

• January
• May
• September

Minimum Class Size

• 10 students to commence class

Upon successful completion of all required modules, students will be awarded the Bachelor of Science (Molecular Biology and Pharmaceutical Science) from La Trobe University. The degree awarded will be the same as that to the on-campus graduates.

Maximum Candidature

84 months upon start of the programme

• GCE ‘A’-Levels minimum 7 in total for the best 3 H2 subjects or, STPM 8 in total for the best 3 academic subjects, and min. grade C for Chemistry; OR
• Local Science-related diploma in relevant areas; OR
• Local Engineering diploma with Calculus Mathematics background and has a ‘C’ average grade may be considered; OR
• PSB Academy Foundation Diploma in Life Sciences with an average Pass, and with a Pass in each of the units; OR
• Advanced standing may be given for approved Diploma courses upon a final Diploma result;

All applications are subject to approval by La Trobe University.

Minimum Age Requirement

• 16 years old

• GCE 'O' Level English grade C or above or equivalent; OR
• IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0; OR
• Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE) [Test Before 1 Dec 2020] - Overall score of 50 with no communicative skill score less than 50; OR
• Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE) [Test after 1 Dec 2020] - Overall score of 46 with no communicative skill score less than 46; OR
• TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT) - 64 with 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing; OR
• Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) / Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) - Score of 169 with no less than 169 in any component.

English language test scores must be less than two years old from the commencement date of the course at La Trobe University. Details of the policy and information on any other English tests accepted by the University can be found at: https://www.latrobe.edu.au/study/apply/international/requirements

• GCE ‘A’-Levels minimum 7 in total for the best 3 H2 subjects or, STPM 8 in total for the best 3 academic subjects, and min. grade C for Chemistry; OR
• Local Science-related diploma in relevant areas; OR
• Local Engineering diploma with Calculus Mathematics background and has a ‘C’ average grade may be considered; OR
• PSB Academy Foundation Diploma in Life Sciences with an average Pass, and with a Pass in each of the units; OR
• Advanced standing may be given for approved Diploma courses upon a final Diploma result;

All applications are subject to approval by La Trobe University.

Minimum Age Requirement

• 16 years old

• GCE 'O' Level English grade C or above or equivalent; OR
• IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0; OR
• Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE) [Test Before 1 Dec 2020] - Overall score of 50 with no communicative skill score less than 50; OR
• Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE) [Test after 1 Dec 2020] - Overall score of 46 with no communicative skill score less than 46; OR
• TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT) - 64 with 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing; OR
• Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE) / Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) - Score of 169 with no less than 169 in any component.

English language test scores must be less than two years old from the commencement date of the course at La Trobe University. Details of the policy and information on any other English tests accepted by the University can be found at: https://www.latrobe.edu.au/study/apply/international/requirements

Singapore-based Students & International Students

• 24 modules: S$53,628.00
• 18 modules: S$40,221.00 ^
• 12 Modules: S$26,814.00^

Progressing Students

Singapore-based Students: S$50,946.60 (24 modules)
International Students: S$53,628.00 (24 modules)

Payment Instalments

• 24 modules: 6
• 18 modules: 5
• 12 Modules: 3

^ Relevant Life Science Polytechnic Diploma holders can enjoy 6 to 12 module exemptions, subject to university entry requirements.

Singapore-based Students

• Application Fee (New Students): S$160.00
• Student Development and Administration Fee: S$430.00

International Students

• Application Fee (New Students): S$490.00
• Student Development and Administration Fee (New Students): S$1,280.00
• Student Development and Administration Fee (Progressing Students): S$580.00

Singapore-based Students

• 24 modules: S$53,628.00
• 18 modules: S$40,221.00 ^
• 12 Modules: S$26,814.00^

Progressing Students**

Singapore-based Students: S$50,946.60 (24 modules)

Payment Instalments

• 24 modules: 12
• 18 modules: 9
• 12 Modules: 6

^ Relevant Life Science Polytechnic Diploma holders can enjoy 6 to 12 module exemptions, subject to university entry requirements

Singapore-based Students

• Application Fee (New Students): S$160.00