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Programme Overview

  • Academic Level

    Diploma Course

  • Study Modes

    Full-Time, Part-Time

  • Course Duration

    Full-Time: 9 - 12 months 

    Part-Time: 12 - 15 months

  • Intake Months

    Jan, Apr, Jun, Sep 

  • Estimated Course Fees

    S$10,202.40

  • Mode of Delivery

    Blending Learning (City Campus & Online)
Overview

Introduction

​This Foundation Diploma in Life Sciences will equip you with a strong foundation in Life Sciences, while honing your ability to think critically and articulate your ideas with clarity and logic. ​

More than just a life science diploma, this course offers a fresh approach to learning biology, chemistry, and mathematics, with an emphasis on hands-on laboratory experience and innovative teaching methods that differ from traditional approaches. ​​By the end of this life science diploma, you will: ​

  • Build a strong foundation in chemistry, biology and mathematics ​
  • Gain hands-on experience with industry standard equipment in our life science and chemistry labs​
  • Be ready to pursue a bachelor's degree in fields such as biomedical science, biotechnology, pharmaceutical science, and chemistry

Choose to study full-time or part-time and enjoy a flexible mix of online and in-person learning. Upon completion, you can choose to further your studies with a degree from our university partners*. 

*Subject to university's approval. 

Course Highlights

  • Purpose-Built Science Labs

    Work with some of the industry's most commonly used equipment across our three life science and chemistry labs, which are designed through more than 10 years of teaching life science.

  • Learn from Subject Experts

    Learn from our experienced academic team, with PhDs from reputable universities in Singapore and abroad.

  • Direct Entry To University

    Advance directly into Year 1 of a Bachelor’s Degree with our university partners; subject to university’s approval.

  • Vast Career Opportunities

    Explore career paths inside or outside the lab, including opportunities in the healthcare industry, animal handling industry, food science industry, and drug manufacturing industry.

Student Stories

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    My lecturers are approachable, passionate, and supportive. They carefully go through questions and tutorials to ensure students understand the content. Overall, they are very nice and straightforward.
    Mariah Hana Jamila Flores Mendoza
    Class of 2025 | School of Health and Life Sciences
    Foundation Diploma in Life Sciences, PSB Academy
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    Stay curious, work hard, and make the most of every lab and lecture. This diploma is a strong stepping stone. If you're serious about life sciences, it will set you on the right path.
    Vasunthara Suresh
    Alumni Class of 2020 | School of Health and Life Sciences
    Foundation Diploma in Life Sciences, PSB Academy
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    This diploma has provided me with a strong foundation in laboratory work, equipping me with essential skills for my future career as a cognitive neuroscience scientist.
    Gauri Veloo
    Alumni Class of 2024 | School of Health and Life Sciences
    Foundation Diploma in Life Sciences, PSB Academy
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    My lecturers have really inspire me to become a better version of myself, be it in my studies or in life. Their teaching styles also make chemistry and biology fun to learn, and their consultations have helped me a lot to understand the modules better!
    Praveena D/O Sugumaran
    Alumni Class of 2022 | School of Health and Life Sciences
    Foundation Diploma in Life Sciences, PSB Academy
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    This diploma course offers a solid foundation in life sciences, which is essential if you're planning to pursue further studies or a career in the scientific field.
    Emmeline Tanya V
    Class of 2024 | School of Health and Life Sciences
    Foundation Diploma in Life Sciences, PSB Academy
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    PSB Academy has given me the opportunity to venture my interest in Life Sciences and my learning experience here has been wonderful.
    Ma May Kyi Thet Mon
    Alumni Class of 2021 | School of Health and Life Sciences
    Foundation Diploma in Life Sciences, PSB Academy
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Duration

The course can be completed within 9- 12 months, depending on number of exemptions for students with relevant prior learning.

Learning Mode

Blended (City Campus & online)

Modules

  • Fundamentals of Mathematics
  • Fundamentals of Chemistry
  • Biological Science
  • Biomedical and Environmental Biology
  • Physical Chemistry
  • Organic Chemistry
  • Mathematics for Life Science
  • Statistics and Applied Mathematics

The delivery of modules is subject to change and may not follow the sequence as shown above.
Read more about the modules here.

Lesson Duration

On average 2 – 3 hours per session

Intakes

  • January
  • April
  • June
  • September

Minimum Class Size

10

Mode of Assessment

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

Maximum Candidature

24 months

Graduation Requirements

In order to graduate and progress to our Degree programmes, students have to:

  • complete and pass the modules stipulated in the course structure
  • fulfil attendance requirement

Duration

The course can be completed within 12- 15 months, depending on number of exemptions for students with relevant prior learning.

Learning Mode

Blended (City Campus & online)

Modules

  • Fundamentals of Mathematics
  • Fundamentals of Chemistry
  • Biological Science
  • Biomedical and Environmental Biology
  • Physical Chemistry
  • Organic Chemistry
  • Mathematics for Life Science
  • Statistics and Applied Mathematics

The delivery of modules is subject to change and may not follow the sequence as shown above.
Read more about the modules here.

Lesson Duration

On average 2 – 3 hours per session

 

Intakes

  • January
  • March
  • June
  • September

Minimum Class Size

10 

Mode of Assessment

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

Maximum Candidature

24 months

Graduation Requirements

In order to graduate and progress to our Degree programmes, students have to:

  • complete and pass the modules stipulated in the course structure
  • fulfil attendance requirement

Academic Requirements

  • 1 GCE 'O' level or equivalent; OR
  • NITEC/Higher NITEC; OR
  • Mature candidates (≥ 30 years old with 8 years work experience);
  • Candidates with other qualifications will be considered as case-by-case basis

Minimum Age Requirement

  • 16 years old

English Language Requirement

  • GCE 'O' level English (grade 1 to 6) ; OR
  • IELTS score of 5.5; OR
  • PSB Academy's Certificate in English Proficiency programme; OR
  • PSB Academy English Proficiency Test; OR
  • An equivalent English language qualification

International Qualifications

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Academic Requirements

  • 1 GCE 'O' level or equivalent; OR
  • NITEC/Higher NITEC; OR
  • Mature candidates (≥ 30 years old with 8 years work experience);
  • Candidates with other qualifications will be considered as case-by-case basis

Minimum Age Requirement

  • 16 years old

English Language Requirement

  • GCE 'O' level English (grade 1 to 6) ; OR
  • IELTS score of 5.5; OR
  • PSB Academy's Certificate in English Proficiency programme; OR
  • PSB Academy English Proficiency Test; OR
  • An equivalent English language qualification

Course Fee

Singapore-based Students

  • Course Fee: S$10,202.40
  • Progressing Student Rate (After Rebate): S$9,182.16

International Students

  • Course Fee: S$12,644.00

Other Mandatory Fees

Singapore-based Students

  • Application Fee:
    • New Students: S$160.00
    • Progressing Students: Application fee is waived
  • Student Development and Administration Fee:
    • New Students: S$430.00
    • Progressing Students: S$430.00

International Students

  • Application Fee:
    • New Students: S$490.00
    • Progressing Students: Application fee is waived
  • Student Development and Administration Fee:
    • New Students: S$1,280.00
    • Progressing Students: S$580.00

Miscellaneous Fees

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Course Fee

Singapore-based Students

  • Course Fee: S$10,202.40
  • Progressing Student Rate (After Rebate): S$9,182.16

Other Mandatory Fees

Singapore-based Students

  • Application Fee:
    • New Students: S$160.00
    • Progressing Students: Application fee is waived

Miscellaneous Fees

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