Programmer Objectives

The programmer 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 programmer.
• 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.

Methods of Assessment

The modules will be assessed either by coursework, examinations or a combination of both appropriate to the module objectives.

Why Northumbia University

Northumbria is a research-rich, business-focused, professional university with a global reputation for academic excellence. By putting students at the heart of an outstanding experience, and with world leading research and award-winning partnerships, Northumbria is a new kind of excellent university.

Northumbria works with major global employers, including Nike, IBM, Nissan, Proctor & Gamble, the BBC, and the NHS, while more than 560 employers and 60 professional bodies sponsor or accredit the University’s programmers. Innovative and entrepreneurial, we are also ranked fourth in the UK for graduate business start-ups.

Northumbria University works with prestigious Institutions of Higher Education throughout the world, including MDIS. Together we offer an exciting portfolio of programmers that will develop international citizens who are equipped to work in a global marketplace. Northumbria University and MDIS have a successful working relationship for a number of years, starting initially with just one programmer BSc (Honours) Biotechnology but has grown to now offering a number of undergraduate and post graduate programmers across a range of subject areas.

Fees & Structure
Duration & Structure     Tuition Fees         Non-tuition Fees 
Year 1 (36 Months)         SGD40,660.00      S$3,000.00 - S$3,200.00 
Year 2 (24 Months)         SGD28,087.50      S$3,000.00 - S$3,200.00

Note:
# International: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmers include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop, medical insurance, medical examination and administrative fee.
# Non-tuition fees for international students may vary.
# Non-tuition fees are non-refundable, refer to MDIS refund policy for more details.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be of age 17 and above, and meet at least ONE of the following requirements:

Year 1 Entry:

International Foundation Diploma in Biomedical Sciences   OR    At least 3 GCE A level subjects with Grade B (including Grade B in Biology)   OR  Life-Science related diplomas from local polytechnics (GPA 2.0 to 2.49)     OR    Other PEI's foundation qualifications related to science with an entry requirement of 10 years of formal foreign education

Year 2 Entry:

Life-Sciences related diplomas from local polytechnics (GPA 2.5 & above)

English Language Requirements

IELTS 6.0 (with no element below 5.5)  OR   MDIS Professional Certificate in English (PCIE)   OR    Pearson Average 54, minimum component 51  OR   Pass MDIS English Placement Test (EPT)   OR    Letter from College/University clearly stating the Medium of Instruction of the highest qualification to be English   OR   Equivalent