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Muhd Iman I am thankful for the opportunity to train in Diploma in Chemical state-of-the-art facilities such as the Energy Engineering & Chemicals Training Centre. Learning how to operate the Integrated Pilot Plant has helped to strengthen my problem-solving and communications skills. Scan to find out more information about CLS At the School of Chemical & Life Sciences, YOU CAN UNLOCK THE MYSTERIES OF SCIENCE AND CREATE WONDERS TO IMPROVE QUALITY OF LIFE. 2 School of Chemical & Life Sciences • Singapore Polytechnic

Our robust curriculum, coupled with strong links to industries, gives you an edge in your future workplace. You acquire lifelong skills that empower you to take on and excel in various fields, like applied chemistry, energy and chemicals, food and nutrition, healthcare, medical technology, as well as cosmetics and perfumery! When you graduate, you can contribute to discoveries that enhance the quality of life. WHY CLS? In CLS, we pride ourselves on optimising the human factor. Our lecturers are well-trained in teaching pedagogies and are richly experienced in their respective fields. Most importantly, they are passionate in their shared purpose to mould you into competent adults ready for the world. Our graduates have also been admitted to read chemical engineering, chemistry, dentistry, life sciences, medicine and pharmacy at various local and international universities. Our graduates do not just excel in the academic field. Some have gone on to become award-winning scientists and, having benefitted from being exposed to numerous industry-related projects and collaborations during their studies. Do not simply take our word for it. Go through this brochure and our website to find out exactly what our graduates think of our courses and lecturers. School of Chemical & Life Sciences • Singapore Polytechnic 3

DIPLOMA IN APPLIED CHEMISTRY  (DAPC - S64) Discover the mysterious and Through our specially developed progressive captivating properties of chemicals, learning strategy, you will be imparted with drugs and materials by going on an knowledge acquisition skills on fundamental exciting applications-based journey chemistry principles during your first year. In with us. The Diploma in Applied the second year, you will be equipped with the Chemistry (DAPC) is the first diploma skills to perform chemical investigations and in Singapore to focus on building a interpretation of results using real-life situations. strong foundation in chemistry which During your third year, you will be able to develop provides you the versatility to work in and optimise new products or methods to various chemistry-related sectors. improve lives, hence igniting your creativity skills. The DAPC course provides a nurturing environment Upon graduation, you will be ready to for you to conduct research such as synthesizing and contribute to the chemical, pharmaceutical and testing new chemicals, drugs and materials. By the materials-related industries or further your end of the course, you will be able to solve problems studies in tertiary institutions. independently and experience what it is like to work at the frontiers of investigative chemistry. SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE • A*STAR Science Award • Mitsui Chemicals Process Technology Study Award • MOH Holdings Scholarships • Singapore Polytechnic Scholarships 4 School of Chemical & Life Sciences • Singapore Polytechnic

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • First diploma in Singapore on Applied Chemistry Range of Net 2021 JAE ELR2B2: 3 to 9 • Course has three specialisations: Pharmaceutical Aggregate Type: ELR2B2-C Science, Industrial Chemistry, or Materials Science. SUBJECT GRADE Specialisation allocation of students is based on their 1st semester cGPA, specialisation choices and vacancies. English Language 1–7 • Course is recognised by the UK Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) and the UK Institute of Materials, Mathematics 1–6 Minerals and Mining (IOM3) (Elementary/Additional) • Work with state-of-the-art equipment in well-designed laboratory suites: Analytical & Forensic Chemistry, One of the following 1–6 Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Materials Science 3rd relevant subjects: • Internship opportunities at relevant industries as well as research experience at local or international institutions • Biology • Biotechnology FURTHER STUDIES • Chemistry • Food & Nutrition Many of our graduates gain entry into degree programmes • Physics at local or international universities. Related degree • Science (Chemistry, Biology) programmes include Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, • Science (Physics, Biology) Materials Science and Engineering. • Science (Physics, Chemistry) CAREER OPTIONS • Application Chemist • Assistant Engineer • Chemical Technologist • Chemist • Environmental, Safety & Health Officer • Materials Characterisation/ Failure Analysis Specialist • Process Designer • Purchaser/Procurement Engineer • Quality Assurance/Quality Control Laboratory Analyst • Regulatory & Compliance Officer • Research Assistant • Sales/Business/Marketing Executive • Technical Specialist Scan to find out more information about the course School of Chemical & Life Sciences • Singapore Polytechnic 5

CCOOUURRSSEE MMOODDUULLEESS The Diploma in Applied Chemistry is a three-year full-time programme. FIRST YEAR Common • Communicating for Project • Instrumental Analysis Effectiveness (Proposal) • Microbiology & Genetics • Basic Mathematics • Narrative Thinking • Biochemistry & Cell Biology • Critical & Analytical Thinking • Process Principles • Chemical Safety & Biosafety • Elective 1 • Scientific Applications • Chemistry I • Engineering Mathematics • Chemistry II SECOND YEAR Common for Industrial • Laboratory Management • Engineering Mathematics II Chemistry and Pharmaceutical • Pharmacology & • Further Chemistry I Science Specialisations Pharmaceutical Chemistry • Materials Characterisation • Quality Assurance & • Chemistry III & Failure Analysis Statistics • Communicating for • Materials Laboratory Skills • Sustainable Innovation • Materials Processing Professional Effectiveness • Materials Processing Skills Project • Mechanics of Materials • Elective 2 • Metallic and Ceramic Materials • Engineering Mathematics II Materials Science • Polymeric Materials • Environmental and Water Specialisation • Quality Assurance & Statistics • Sustainable Innovation Project Technology • Chemistry III • Forensic Chemistry • Communicating for • Further Chemistry I Professional Effectiveness • Further Chemistry II • Elective 2 THIRD YEAR Industrial Chemistry Pharmaceutical Science Materials Science Specialisation Specialisation Specialisation • Advanced Instrumental • Advanced Instrumental & • Advanced Materials & Lab Techniques Lab Techniques • Capstone Project • Coating, Adhesives & • Advanced Organic • Advanced Organic Chemistry Chemistry Elastomers • Elective 3 • Elective 3 • Biopharmaceutical • Internship Programme • cGMP and Validation Engineering • Laboratory Management • Internship Programme • Materials Innovation • Petrochemicals and its • cGMP and Validation • Elective 3 and Design Applications • Internship Programme • Specialty Chemicals • Pharmaceutical Engineering ELECTIVES All full-time diploma students are required to take two compulsory Education and The SP elective framework offers students options to pursue their Career Guidance Modules in SP. Students passion and/or meet different career needs, and is an integral part will take Education and Career Guidance 1 of the holistic education we seek to provide to our students. The — Personal Development (30 hours) in their learning experiences of this elective framework help students in first year. In their second year, students will their development as self-directed, versatile, lifelong learners, which take Education and Career Guidance 2 — are essential in today’s volatile and changing societal as well as Career Development (15 hours). occupational landscape. All students are required to take one Students who are interested to explore additional new skills and compulsory Sports for Life (SFL) module for abilities will have the opportunity to take up to five electives. Please one semester in their first year in SP. In their visit https://www.sp.edu.sg/sp/education/elective-modules for second and third year, students may sign details of this elective scheme and the full list of electives. up for SFL module as an optional module. 6 School of Chemical & Life Sciences • Singapore Polytechnic

The DAPC course has been very inspiring to me. I have passionate lecturers who constantly encourage me to step out of my comfort zone to grow as an individual. They also provided multiple opportunities for me to sharpen my leadership, communication and critical thinking skills. I highly encourage juniors who have an interest in Science to take up this course. You may just be using your knowledge to change the world one day. Chew Jian Xing DAPC Gold Medallist Class of 2021 Will be pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Biological Chemistry with Second Major in Food Science and Technology at NTU School of Chemical & Life Sciences • Singapore Polytechnic 7

DIPLOMA IN BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE (DBS - S98) Biomedical Science is all about the Our students can choose from three science that ‘saves lives’ — from the exciting specialisations: research activities for knowledge and application in the life sciences and bio- • Medical Technology — Medical testing pharmaceutical industries, to medical for diagnosis and management of human testing for diagnosis, management diseases and prevention of diseases. • Cardiac Technology — Cardiac functions SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE testing for diagnosis and intervention of heart • A*STAR Science Award related diseases • MOH Holdings Scholarships • Singapore Polytechnic Scholarships • Biotechnology — Focuses on life sciences that exploit biological processes of living organisms to improve the quality of human life The Diploma in Biomedical Science is recognised by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), USA. 8 School of Chemical & Life Sciences • Singapore Polytechnic

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • Internship at top-notch laboratories including A*STAR Range of Net 2021 JAE ELR2B2: 3 to 7 institutes and top-ranked overseas universities Aggregate Type: ELR2B2-C • Training partnership with the National Heart Centre SUBJECT GRADE Singapore for Cardiac Technology specialisation provides 1–7 an authentic learning experience English Language 1–6 • Head-start to a career in an MNC: Internship at multinational Mathematics 1–6 biopharmaceutical companies (Elementary/Additional) • Opportunity to expand interests through elective One of the following modules in Forensic Biology, Cytogenetics or 3rd relevant subjects: Introductory Pharmacology • Biology • Biotechnology • Chemistry • Food & Nutrition • Physics • Science (Chemistry, Biology) • Science (Physics, Biology) • Science (Physics, Chemistry) FURTHER STUDIES CAREER OPTIONS • Assistant Biotechnologist • Assistant Quality Control Laboratory Analyst • Clinical Research Coordinator • Phlebotomist • Cardiac Technologist • Medical Technologist • Quality Assurance Assistant • Research Assistant • Sales and Marketing Executive • Technical Specialist A high percentage of our graduates are offered admission to Scan to find out local universities. You have the flexibility to pursue Biomedical more information Sciences related programmes or other disciplines such as about the course Medicine, Dentistry and Pharmacy. You may also be granted direct entry into the second or third year of degree programmes in international universities. School of Chemical & Life Sciences • Singapore Polytechnic 9

COURSE MODULES The Diploma in Biomedical Science is a three-year full-time programme. FIRST YEAR Common • Communicating for Project • Instrumental Analysis Effectiveness (Proposal) • Microbiology & Genetics • Basic Mathematics • Narrative Thinking • Biochemistry & Cell Biology • Critical & Analytical Thinking • Process Principles • Chemical Safety & Biosafety • Elective 1 • Scientific Applications • Chemistry I • Engineering Mathematics • Chemistry II SECOND YEAR Medical Technology Cardiac Technology Biotechnology Specialisation Specialisation Specialisation • Chemistry III • Chemistry III • Biologics Processes I • Clinical Chemistry • Clinical Chemistry • cGMP & Validation • Communicating for Professional • Communicating for • Chemistry III • Communicating for Effectiveness Professional Effectiveness • Elective 2 • Elective 2 Professional Effectiveness • Elective 3 • Elective 3 • Elective 2 • Histological Techniques in • Elective 4 • Elective 3 • Elective 5 • Health, Safety and Pathology • Histological Techniques in • Immunology Environmental Management • Medical Microbiology Pathology • Immunology • Molecular Techniques • Immunology • Molecular Techniques • Physiology • Medical Microbiology • Physiology • Project • Molecular Techniques • Project • Sustainable Innovation Project • Physiology • Sustainable Innovation Project • Sustainable Innovation Project THIRD YEAR Biotechnology Specialisation Medical Technology Specialisation • Biologics Processes II • Elective 4 • Elective 4 • Elective 5 • Elective 5 • Haematology • Internship Programme • Internship Programme • Project • Project Cardiac Technology Specialisation • ECG & Rhythm Disorders • General Cardiology & Cardiac • Echocardiography Disorders 1 • Applied Cardiac Anatomy & • Electrophysiology & Physiology • General Cardiology & Cardiac Pacemakers Disorders 2 • Clinical Attachment • Diagnostic & Interventional Cardiac Catheterisation ELECTIVES All full-time diploma students are required to take two compulsory Education and Career The SP elective framework offers students options to pursue their Guidance Modules in SP. Students will take passion and/or meet different career needs, and is an integral part Education and Career Guidance 1 — Personal of the holistic education we seek to provide to our students. The Development (30 hours) in their first year. learning experiences of this elective framework help students in In their second year, students will take their development as self-directed, versatile, lifelong learners, which Education and Career Guidance 2 — Career are essential in today’s volatile and changing societal as well as Development (15 hours). occupational landscape. All students are required to take one Students will have the opportunity to take up five electives of their compulsory Sports for Life (SFL) module for choice to broaden or deepen skills learnt in their diploma course. one semester in their first year in SP. In their Please visit https://www.sp.edu.sg/sp/education/elective-modules for second and third year, students may sign up the full list of electives and for details of this elective scheme. for SFL module as an optional module. 10 School of Chemical & Life Sciences • Singapore Polytechnic

I live by the quote “to put patients at the heart of all we do.” The DBS course has taught me meaningful science that transcends beyond saving lives — it touches lives as well. I will always be thankful to my SP lecturers and supervisors during my time in the National Heart Centre Singapore who have instilled in me a love for science and healthcare, and encouraged me to be the best version of myself! Marcia Zhang DBS Gold Medallist Class of 2021 Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science (Life Sciences) at NUS School of Chemical & Life Sciences • Singapore Polytechnic 11

DIPLOMA IN CHEMICAL ENGINEERING (DCHE - S70) Chemical engineering is the Haber-Bosch process to produce ammonia, a critical discipline which integrates sciences ingredient in synthetic fertilisers that enable us to with applied mathematics and produce enough food to feed the Earth’s growing engineering principles. It takes population. laboratory ideas and turns them into value-added products using cost- Join us if you aspire to be like the above prominent effective, safe and cutting-edge chemical engineers who make real, significant processes for the chemical industry. impact in improving our world for a better tomorrow! Some famous chemical engineers in history include SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE John McKeen, who designed the first industrial-scale • A*STAR Science Award production of penicillin that saved thousands of soldiers’ • Mitsui Chemicals Process Technology Study Award lives during World War II; Carl Bosch who invented the • Singapore Polytechnic Scholarships 12 School of Chemical & Life Sciences • Singapore Polytechnic

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • First diploma programme in Singapore to be fully Range of Net 2021 JAE ELR2B2: 6 to 13 accredited by the Institution of Chemical Engineers, Aggregate Type: ELR2B2-C IChemE, United Kingdom. The full IChemE accreditation signifies worldwide recognition by universities and SUBJECT GRADE industries of the rigour and quality of our programme 1–7 English Language 1–6 • Triple-winner of IChemE’s Excellence in Education and Training award, which signifies the outstanding quality of Mathematics 1–6 our programme (Elementary/Additional) • First chemical engineering diploma course in the world One of the following to adopt the Conceive-Design-Implement-Operate 3rd relevant subjects: (CDIO) education framework which is in collaboration with top universities such as Massachusetts Institute of • Biology Technology, United States and Tsinghua University, China • Biotechnology • Chemistry • Internship at local and overseas chemical processing • Food & Nutrition companies and institutions • Physics • Science (Chemistry, Biology) • Science (Physics, Biology) • Science (Physics, Chemistry) FURTHER STUDIES CAREER OPTIONS Each year, more than half of our graduates are successfully • Assistant Biotechnologist accepted into well established local and international • Business Development Executive universities. Many of them are also offered module • Engineering, Procurement and exemptions or direct entry into the second or third year of their university degree programmes. Construction (EPC) Engineer • Health, Safety Environmental Our graduates can also apply for either a 2.5-year degree programme in chemical engineering that is offered by (HSE) Officer Technical University of Munich (TUM), Germany and • Laboratory Technologist Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) or a 2-year degree • Logistics and Supply Chain Specialist programme in chemical engineering that is offered by • Maintenance Specialist/Technician Newcastle University (NU), United Kingdom and SIT. • Process Engineer/Technician/ Technologist • Production Technician • Project Management Engineer • Quality Assurance/Control Engineer • Sales and Marketing Engineer Scan to find out more information about the course School of Chemical & Life Sciences • Singapore Polytechnic 13

COURSE MODULES The Diploma in Chemical Engineering is a three-year full-time programme. FIRST • Basic Mathematics • Fluid Flow and Equipment • Laboratory and Process YEAR • Chemical Engineering • Heat Transfer and Skills 2 Thermodynamics Equipment • Introduction to Chemical • Chemistry I • Chemistry II Engineering • Common Core Modules • Laboratory and Process • Engineering Mathematics Skills 1 SECOND • Chemical Engineering • Engineering Mathematics II YEAR Design Calculations and • Introduction to Chemical Simulation Product Design • Chemical Product Design and Development • Process Instrumentation and Control • Chemical Reaction Engineering • Process Operation Skills 1 • Process Operation Skills 2 • Common Core Modules • Separation Processes • Elective 1 • Elective 2 THIRD • Biopharmaceutical Engineering • Pharmaceutical Engineering YEAR • Capstone Project • Plant Design, Economics & Sustainable • Common Core Modules • Elective 3 Development • Internship Programme • Process Plant Safety & Engineering Ethics ELECTIVES Common Core Curriculum The Common Core Curriculum is designed to prepare The SP elective framework offers students students for a disruptive world that is ever-changing. options to pursue their passion and/or meet Comprising critical human and emerging digital skills, different career needs, and is an integral part of the common core modules offer students an integral the holistic education we seek to provide to our and inter-disciplinary learning experience to address students. The learning experiences of this elective the wicked problems of the world (framed by the United framework help students in their development as Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals). self-directed, versatile, lifelong learners, which are essential in today’s volatile and changing societal Through the Common Core modules, students will as well as occupational landscape. think critically about real-world problems, empathise with local and global communities and be challenged For a list of electives offered, please visit to effect change. For more information on the Common www.sp.edu.sg/sp/education/elective-modules. Core Curriculum, please visit https://www.sp.edu.sg/sp/ education/common-core-curriculum. All full-time diploma students are required to take a compulsory Education and Career Guidance module in SP. Students will take Education and Career Guidance – Personal Development (30 hours) in their first year. All students are required to take one compulsory Sports for Life (SFL) module for one semester in their first year in SP. In their second and third year, students may sign up for SFL module as an optional module. 14 School of Chemical & Life Sciences • Singapore Polytechnic

The three years in SP Chemical Engineering have nurtured me to be a more confident individual. The rigorous yet interesting curriculum taught me to persevere while the numerous group projects allowed me to improve my teamwork and collaboration skills. I am grateful for the guidance the lecturers have given me and thankful to have met various people during the course of study. Huang Zhenqi DCHE Gold Medallist Class of 2021 Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Computing in Computer Science at NUS School of Chemical & Life Sciences • Singapore Polytechnic 15

DIPLOMA IN FOOD SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (DFST - S47) Want to uncover the mysteries behind You will discover the world of food — from the food we eat or excite the taste buds raw ingredients, processes, packaging to of consumers? Come join the Diploma in finished consumer products, through our Food Science & Technology (DFST) at SP. carefully designed curriculum, with a strong emphasis on design thinking and industry- SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE linked projects. • A*STAR Science Award In year 2, students can opt into an Industry • BASF Scholarship Now Curriculum (INC) where they will acquire • MOH Holdings Scholarships skills and knowledge through exciting • SFMA – Pek Cheng Chuan Scholarship industry projects under the supervision of • SIFST Best Student Award cum Rintoul Memorial Scholarship Food Scientists at Food Innovation Resource • Singapore Polytechnic Scholarships Centre (FIRC). • Tai Hua Scholarship Upon graduation, you will be equipped with relevant knowledge and skills to join the ranks of food technologists to innovate and produce foods that are safer, healthier and tastier! 16 School of Chemical & Life Sciences • Singapore Polytechnic

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • Well-equipped facilities such as the Food Creation Lab, Range of Net 2021 JAE ELR2B2: 5 to 12 Dough and Roll Studio, Food Analysis Lab, Food Processing Aggregate Type: ELR2B2-C & Packaging Lab and Biotransformation Lab SUBJECT GRADE • Opportunity to participate in a work-based learning programme — Industry Now Curriculum (INC) jointly offered English Language 1–7 by DFST and SP’s Food Innovation Resource Centre (FIRC) Mathematics 1–6 • This course is certified by the International Union of Food (Elementary/Additional) 1–6 Science & Technology (IUFoST) for having met international standards and guidelines One of the following 3rd relevant subjects: • Opportunities to acquire local/global perspective on research, product development and food operations through • Biology internships and learning journeys • Biotechnology • Chemistry • Successful commercialisation of food products such as the • Food & Nutrition XO Kaya and Lemon & Kalamansi drink through industry- • Physics linked Final Year Projects • Science (Chemistry, Biology) • Science (Physics, Biology) • Science (Physics, Chemistry) FURTHER STUDIES CAREER OPTIONS You can apply for related degree programmes at local or • Assistant Food Technologist/ international universities such as: Food Technologist • Bachelor of Science (Food Science and Technology) at NUS • Food Audit Officer • Degree in Biological Sciences/Chemical and Biomolecular • Food Hygiene Officer • Food Safety Officer Engineering/Chemistry and Biological Chemistry with a • Laboratory Technologist Second Major in Food Science and Technology at NTU • Market Development Executive • Bachelor of Food Technology (Hons) or Bachelor of • Packaging Technologist Professional Studies in Culinary Arts Management at SIT • Quality Assurance/Quality Control • Bachelor of Science (Food Technology Major), University of Queensland Executive • Research & Development Technologist • Sales & Marketing Executive Scan to find out more information about the course School of Chemical & Life Sciences • Singapore Polytechnic 17

COURSE MODULES The Diploma in Food Science & Technology is a three-year full-time programme. FIRST • Basic Mathematics • Communicating for • Engineering Mathematics YEAR • Biochemistry & Cell Biology Project Effectiveness • Instrumental Analysis • Chemistry I (Proposal) • Microbiology & Genetics • Chemistry II • Narrative Thinking • Chemical Safety & • Critical & • Process Principles Analytical Thinking • Scientific Applications Biosafety • Elective 1 SECOND • Chemistry III • Food Process Engineering • Sustainable Innovation YEAR • Elective 2 • Food Safety & Project • Food Chemistry • Food Ingredients Quality Management • Statistics & Analytics • Food Microbiology • Food Product • Food Preservation Development & Packaging • Nutrition THIRD • Communication for • Internship Programme YEAR Professional Effectiveness • Project • Elective 3 ELECTIVES All full-time diploma students are required to take two compulsory Education and Career Guidance Modules in The SP elective framework offers students options to SP. Students will take Education and Career Guidance pursue their passion and/or meet different career needs, 1 — Personal Development (30 hours) in their first year. and is an integral part of the holistic education we seek In their second year, students will take Education and to provide to our students. The learning experiences Career Guidance 2 — Career Development (15 hours). of this elective framework help students in their development as self-directed, versatile, lifelong learners, All students are required to take one compulsory Sports which are essential in today’s volatile and changing for Life (SFL) module for one semester in their first year societal as well as occupational landscape. in SP. In their second and third year, students may sign up for SFL module as an optional module. Students who are interested to explore additional new skills and abilities will have the opportunity to take up to five electives. Please visit https://www.sp.edu.sg/sp/ education/elective-modules for details of this elective scheme and the full list of electives. 18 School of Chemical & Life Sciences • Singapore Polytechnic

Throughout my three fruitful years in SP, I was enlightened that there are so much more to food science and technology than the name suggests. In fact, there are different disciplines and facets to food science which I grew to enjoy learning with the guidance of my supportive lecturers. Being able to apply what I was taught in school in an industrial setting during my 22-week internship had allowed me to further develop myself as an individual and fueled my interest in pursuing food science in a professional capacity. Nurul Ain Natasha Binte Azizul DFST Gold Medallist Class of 2021 Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Food Science & Technology at NUS School of Chemical & Life Sciences • Singapore Polytechnic 19

DIPLOMA IN OPTOMETRY (DOPT - S67) Take a moment to consider the Due to the high prevalence of myopia in importance of eyesight and the impact children and a rapidly aging population, quality it has, once it is lost. Indeed, caring for optometrists are highly sought after to provide the health of others is a noble calling, quality eye care to the community. Our three-year especially when it comes to something Diploma in Optometry (DOPT) course aims to as important as vision. produce professionally competent optometrists. SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE The scope of Optometry includes managing refractive errors (such as myopia and presbyopia) • MOH Holdings Scholarships through spectacle and contact lens correction, • Singapore Polytechnic Scholarships and detecting common eye diseases (such as cataract, diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma). Upon graduation, you would be able to register as a provisional optometrist with the Optometrists and Opticians Board. 20 School of Chemical & Life Sciences • Singapore Polytechnic

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • First tertiary institution in Singapore to offer this course Range of Net 2021 JAE ELR2B2: 5 to 13 since 1994 Aggregate Type: ELR2B2-C • Our students start working with patients in the first SUBJECT GRADE year and continue with greater responsibilities in the subsequent years English Language 1–7 • Excellent clinical and laboratory facilities and SP Mathematics 1–6 Optometry Centre provides you with hands-on (Elementary/Additional) 1–6 experience using state-of-the-art precision instruments and equipment One of the following 3rd relevant subjects: • Regular industrial attachments at hospitals, optometric practices, contact lens or ophthalmic lens companies to • Biology widen your scope and experience in optometry • Biotechnology • Chemistry • 17-week-long internship in the final semester is a key • Food & Nutrition component • Physics • Science (Chemistry, Biology) • Opportunities for overseas exposure via community • Science (Physics, Biology) service projects or attachments to optometry schools • Science (Physics, Chemistry) and research institutions abroad Applicants with severe vision impairment may FURTHER STUDIES encounter difficulties meeting the course requirements and expectations. Please refer to You can apply for related degree programme at international the Ministry of Health (MOH) website on “Fitness universities such as the Bachelor of Science in Optometry to Practice” for registered Optometrists. in United Kingdom or Australia. Many of our graduates are offered module exemptions or direct entry into the CAREER OPTIONS second or third year of their university degree programmes. You are also eligible to apply for many non-optometry • Clinical optometrist undergraduate programmes in the areas of biological • Community-based optometrist sciences and allied health services at local universities. • Lens Consultant • Marketing and Customer Development Executive • Professional Affairs Executive • Research Optometrist Scan to find out more information about the course School of Chemical & Life Sciences • Singapore Polytechnic 21

COURSE MODULES The Diploma in Optometry is a three-year full-time programme. FIRST • Basic Mathematics • Geometrical & Physical • Ocular Anatomy & YEAR • Clinical Optometry 1 Optics Physiology • Clinical Optometry 2 • Common Core Modules • Human Anatomy, • Ophthalmic Dispensing • Engineering Mathematics Physiology & General • Ophthalmic Optics Medical Disorders • Physiological & Visual Optics SECOND • Binocular Vision • Clinical Practice 1 • Elective 1 YEAR • Chemistry I • Common Core Modules • Elective 2 • Chemistry II • Contact Lens Practice 1 • Ocular Disease 1 • Clinical Optometry 3 • Contact Lenses THIRD • Clinical Practice 2 • Internship Programme • Ocular Pharmacology YEAR • Common Core Modules • Low Vision & Community • Paediatric Optometry • Contact Lens Practice 2 • Elective 3 Health Optometry • Ocular Disease 2 ELECTIVES Common Core Curriculum The Common Core Curriculum is designed to prepare The SP elective framework offers students students for a disruptive world that is ever-changing. options to pursue their passion and/or meet Comprising critical human and emerging digital skills, different career needs, and is an integral part of the common core modules offer students an integral the holistic education we seek to provide to our and inter-disciplinary learning experience to address students. The learning experiences of this elective the wicked problems of the world (framed by the framework help students in their development as United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals). self-directed, versatile, lifelong learners, which are essential in today’s volatile and changing societal Through the Common Core modules, students will as well as occupational landscape. think critically about real-world problems, empathise with local and global communities and be challenged For a list of electives offered, please visit to effect change. For more information on the Common https://www.sp.edu.sg/sp/education/ Core Curriculum, please visit https://www.sp.edu.sg/sp/ elective-modules. education/common-core-curriculum. All full-time diploma students are required to take a compulsory Education and Career Guidance module in SP. Students will take Education and Career Guidance – Personal Development (30 hours) in their first year. All students are required to take one compulsory Sports for Life (SFL) module for one semester in their first year in SP. In their second and third year, students may sign up for SFL module as an optional module. 22 School of Chemical & Life Sciences • Singapore Polytechnic

SP Optometry has equipped me with the necessary knowledge and skills required for me to be an optometrist. With the availability of the SP Optometry Centre, a wide range of diagnostic instruments and quality lectures provided by passionate lecturers, I am confident that I am able to provide detailed eye examinations, eye care services and recommend optical appliances for the public. Ong Li Lin DOPT Gold Medallist Class of 2021 Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Computing in Information Security at NUS School of Chemical & Life Sciences • Singapore Polytechnic 23

DIPLOMA IN PERFUMERY & COSMETIC SCIENCE (DPCS - S38) This is the course for you if you have the With this unique training in SP, your skills passion to formulate products that can will be highly sought after not just locally provide age-defying looks or uncover the but internationally in the lucrative and stable secrets of fragrance creation. fragrance and cosmetic industries. We invite you to begin your journey with the Diploma SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE in Perfumery & Cosmetic Science (DPCS) at SP. • A*STAR Science Award It is the only local diploma programme that provides • Singapore Polytechnic Scholarships training in chemistry with applications in perfumery • Society of Cosmetic Scientists and cosmetic science. You will have an integrated learning experience where you will build a strong (Singapore) Merit Award chemistry foundation and apply your knowledge in specific applications using your senses. 24 School of Chemical & Life Sciences • Singapore Polytechnic

COURSE HIGHLIGHTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS • Get trained in our state-of-the-art Consumer Chemicals Range of Net 2021 JAE ELR2B2: 4 to 12 Technology Centre (CCTC) and Perfumery & Cosmetic Aggregate Type: ELR2B2-C Science Centre (PCSC) SUBJECT GRADE • Collaborate with industry partners for real and exciting 1–7 experiences in making perfumes and cosmetic products, English Language 1–6 producing fragrance raw materials through organic synthesis and extraction of essential oils Mathematics 1–6 (Elementary/Additional) • Internship with perfumers, chemists or product formulators in specialty chemical companies, flavour and fragrance One of the following houses or fast moving consumer goods companies 3rd relevant subjects: • Course is recognised by the UK Royal Society of • Biology Chemistry (RSC) • Biotechnology • Chemistry • Food & Nutrition • Physics • Science (Chemistry, Biology) • Science (Physics, Biology) • Science (Physics, Chemistry) FURTHER STUDIES CAREER OPTIONS Many of our graduates gain entry into degree • Chemist programmes at local or international universities. You can • Formulator pursue further studies in the areas of cosmetic science, • Fragrance Evaluator perfumery and chemistry. • Procurement Executive • Product Application Chemist • Product Development Specialist • Quality Assurance/Quality Control Laboratory Analyst • Regulatory and Product Safety Personnel • Sales/Business/Marketing Executive • Trainee/Assistant Perfumer Scan to find out more information about the course School of Chemical & Life Sciences • Singapore Polytechnic 25

COURSE MODULES The Diploma in Perfumery & Cosmetic Science is a three-year full-time programme. FIRST • Basic Mathematics • Critical & Analytical Thinking YEAR • Biochemistry & Cell Biology • Elective 1 • Chemical Safety & • Engineering Mathematics • Instrumental Analysis Biosafety • Microbiology & Genetics • Narrative Thinking • Chemistry I • Process Principles • Chemistry II • Scientific Applications • Communicating for Project Effectiveness (Proposal) SECOND • Chemistry III • Formulation and Colloidal • Quality Assurance & Statistics YEAR • Chemistry of Cosmetic Science of Cosmetics • Sustainable Innovation Project • The Art of Perfumery Raw Materials • Fragrance and Flavour Chemistry I • Communicating for Professional Effectiveness • Further Chemistry I • Fragrance and Flavour • Elective 2 • Elective 3 Chemistry II • Engineering Mathematics II THIRD • Extended Internship Programme YEAR • Safety Assessment, GMP and Cosmetic Regulations ELECTIVES All full-time diploma students are required to take two compulsory Education and Career The SP elective framework offers students options to pursue Guidance Modules in SP. Students will take their passion and/or meet different career needs, and is an Education and Career Guidance 1 — Personal integral part of the holistic education we seek to provide to our Development (30 hours) in their first year. students. The learning experiences of this elective framework In their second year, students will take help students in their development as self-directed, versatile, Education and Career Guidance 2 — Career lifelong learners, which are essential in today’s volatile and Development (15 hours). changing societal as well as occupational landscape. All students are required to take one Students who are interested to explore additional new skills and compulsory Sports for Life (SFL) module for abilities will have the opportunity to take up to five electives. one semester in their first year in SP. In their Please visit https://www.sp.edu.sg/sp/education/elective-modules second and third year, students may sign up for details of this elective scheme and the full list of electives. for SFL module as an optional module. 26 School of Chemical & Life Sciences • Singapore Polytechnic

The DPCS curriculum has equipped me with a strong scientific foundation alongside with sharpened creativity and problem-solving skills to work in the personal care industry. Chua Xin Juan DPCS Gold Medallist Class of 2021 Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Biological Chemistry at NTU School of Chemical & Life Sciences • Singapore Polytechnic 27

I HAVE ALWAYS BEEN INTERESTED IN CHEMISTRY. NOT ONLY DOES DAPC FULFILL MY INTEREST, THE CURRICULUM ALSO INCLUDES A PLETHORA OF MODULES THAT WOULD TRAIN AND PROVIDE ME WITH RELEVANT KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS FOR MY JOURNEY BEYOND SP. 28 School of Chemical & Life Sciences • Singapore Polytechnic

Yam Qing En Diploma in Applied Chemistry

Singapore Polytechnic 500 Dover Road Singapore 139651 For more information regarding entry requirements and course information, please contact: School of Chemical Life & Sciences Tel: (65) 6775 1133 Fax: (65) 6772 1976 Email: [email protected] Website: www.sp.edu.sg/cls For the latest updates on Singapore Polytechnic, follow us on: @singaporepoly fb.com/singaporepolytechnic @singaporepoly youtube.com/singaporepolytechnic @singaporepoly @singaporepoly The polytechnic reserves the right to alter the information in this publication. Information is correct as of December 2021.