Why BMS?
- An established programme that prepares you for further studies and careers in medicine, biomedical research, allied healthcare, data analytics, medtech, or biotechnology
- Specialise in one of three unique tracks to enhance your career prospects: Medical Bioscience, Clinical Laboratory Science, or the Integrated Clinical Training Programme
- Broaden your knowledge of healthcare and science with three elective options: Medical Forensics, Complementary Medicine & Traditional Chinese Medicine or Nutrition & Dietetic Science
- Opportunities to work on capstone projects with renowned organisations such as National Cancer Centre or go on a one-year integrated training programme with Singapore General Hospital
- Fast-track your university journey through a pathway programme with NUS and NTU
What is the Diploma in Biomedical Science about?
Curious about what causes diseases and how they are diagnosed and treated? NP’s Diploma in Biomedical Science (BMS) gives you a strong, hands-on foundation in human health, disease and medical discovery – so you can turn your curiosity into real impact.
From cell and molecular biology to anatomy and physiology, you will discover the science behind the human body. Delve into clinical haematology and clinical chemistry to understand how blood and other biological samples are analysed to diagnose disease, while developing essential laboratory, research and data analysis skills.
You will also gain skills in programming, artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things, and explore how these emerging technologies that are transforming biotechnology, medtech and healthcare.
What specialised tracks can you pursue?
In Year 2, choose from three specialised tracks based on your interests:
- Medical Bioscience Track
Love the idea of creating better ways to detect, prevent and treat diseases? Dive into biotechnology and medtech as you explore how medicines, vaccines, cell-based therapies and diagnostic tools are developed. - Clinical Laboratory Science Track
Discover how lab tests help doctors diagnose and manage diseases. Through hands-on training, you will learn how to analyse blood, body fluids and clinical data. - Integrated Clinical Training Programme Track
Stand out with NP’s exclusive Singapore General Hospital (SGH)-linked track. In your final year, you will spend one year at SGH working with doctors and researchers on real-world healthcare challenges.
You can choose to deepen your skills in translational research, clinical trials, clinical diagnostics, health services research and data analytics, or clinical innovation such as prototyping medical devices.
How can you broaden your learning at BMS?
Explore your interests with electives in:
- Medical Forensics: Explore how DNA, drugs and toxins are analysed to uncover clues in forensic investigations.
- Complementary Medicine & Traditional Chinese Medicine: Evaluate alternative therapies and traditional healing practices.
- Nutrition & Dietetic Science: Uncover the science behind nutrients, supplements and weight management.
Where can BMS take you?
BMS opens doors to healthcare, biomedical research, biotechnology, medtech, data analytics and more. Whether you see yourself in a lab, a hospital, a research team or a health-tech start-up, BMS gives you a head start.
Planning for university? Build a strong foundation for degrees in biological sciences, medicine, dentistry, chemistry, life sciences and other health or science-related fields, both locally and overseas.
Get a university head start through the NP-NUS or NP-NTU Pathway, available to selected students. You can take university-level modules while studying at NP, which may count towards your degree later and help you fast-track your studies.
Further Studies
More than 80% of our graduates progress to local universities such as NUS, NTU, SMU, SIT and SUSS each year. With a strong foundation in BMS, you’ll be well prepared to pursue degrees in fields such as Medicine, Dentistry, Life Sciences and Pharmaceutical Science.
Looking to study overseas? You may also enjoy module exemptions and up to two years of advanced standing at selected universities, allowing you to fast-track your degree and graduate sooner.
Australia
- Australian National University
- Murdoch University
- Queensland University of Technology
- RMlT University
- The University of Adelaide
- The University of Melbourne
- The University of Queensland
- The University of Sydney
- The University of Western Australia
- University of New South Wales
- University of Technology Sydney
New Zealand
- The University of Auckland
United Kingdom
- Queen’s University Belfast
- University of Dundee
- University of Leeds
- University of Liverpool
- The University of Edinburgh
- The University of Manchester
Zhuo Zheng Wong
Class of 2023
Pursuing a degree in Data Science & Analytics at NUS.
Zavier Ong
Class of 2023
Pursuing a degree in Medicine at NTU’s Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine.
Cheng Mei Lin
Class of 2024
Pursuing a degree in Dentistry at NUS.
Industry Partners
Careers
With your versatile BMS diploma, you will have a wide range of career opportunities across healthcare, research, laboratory, and industry settings. This includes:
Biomedical Research & Biotechnology
- Biotechnologist
- Research Assistant
- Research Technologist
Clinical and Healthcare
- Clinical Trial Assistant
- Medical Laboratory Scientist
- Medical Technologist
Laboratory & Quality
- Laboratory Analyst
- Laboratory Technologist
- Quality Assurance Executive
- Quality Control Analyst
Dr Lai Kah Ho
Class of 2012
Family Physician at AE Medical Clinic.
Dr Amy Chia
Class of 2013
Dental Surgeon at Royce Dental Group.
Kimberley Leow
Class of 2013
Senior Podiatrist at Sengkang General Hospital.
Dr Natasha Haveman
Biotechnology* graduate, Class of 2005
Project Scientist at National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).
*Subsumed under the Diploma in Biomedical Science
Summer Li
Class of 2021
Recipient of the prestigious A*STAR National Science Scholarship. Graduated from Imperial College with First Class Honours and is currently pursuing her PhD in Neuroscience at Stanford University.
From BMS to Medical School
Aspiring to become a doctor? BMS gives you a strong foundation in biomedical science, together with hands-on healthcare and research experiences that can prepare you for further studies in medicine.
To date, more than 60 LSCT graduates have progressed to medical schools in NUS and NTU. Hear from some of them on their BMS journey:
Beyond academics, my diploma broadened my perspectives through community service, leadership and overseas experiences, shaping and leading me to where I am today.
Taking part in the Integrated Clinical Training Programme gave me the hands-on experience and clarity to choose medicine as my future career.
My internship at NUH as a therapist assistant immersed me in the healthcare environment and exposed me to real-world medical challenges. The experience deepened my passion for medicine and helped prepare me for medical school.
BMS gave me a strong foundation for medicine while developing the flexible and critical thinking skills that continue to serve me well.
Impactful Internships
My internship at P&G gave me valuable insights into industry research. By managing experiments and analysing data, I saw how concepts learnt in school could be applied to real-world research.
Teh Rei Gin
Class of 2024
My internship at the Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology (SMART) exposed me to new experiments and broadened my perspective on research. The experience gave me valuable insights into what a career in research could look like.
Joyi Lim
Class of 2024
Entry Requirements
AGGREGATE TYPE ELR2B2-C
To be eligible for consideration, candidates must have the following GCE ‘O’ Level examination (or equivalent) results.
| Subject | 'O' Level Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language | 1-7 |
| Additional Mathematics/Mathematics | 1-6 |
| Any one of following subjects: Biology Biotechnology Chemistry Food & Nutrition / Nutrition & Food Science Physics Science (Chemistry, Biology) Science (Physics, Biology) Science (Physics, Chemistry) | 1-6 |
Applicants must also fulfil the aggregate computation requirements for the ELR2B2-C Aggregate Type ( English Language, 2 relevant subjects and 2 other best subjects) listed at www.np.edu.sg/ELR2B2.pdf.
For students with other qualifications, please refer to the NP website for the entry requirements and admissions exercise period.
What You Will Learn
Highlights
Train at Singapore General Hospital
Since 2023, final-year BMS students could take up a one-year Integrated Clinical Training Programme at SGH. Through the programme, students gain hands-on experience in areas such as translational research, data analytics and clinical trials, while learning from SGH researchers and healthcare professionals.
The experience gives students valuable insight into how biomedical science is applied in real-world healthcare and research settings, preparing them for further studies and careers in the field.
“The Integrated Clinical Training Programme at SGH gave me the opportunity to learn from healthcare professionals and gain first-hand exposure to the healthcare environment. These experiences strengthened my decision to pursue a career in medicine where I can make a difference to patients.”
Don Koo
Class of 2026
Pursuing medicine at NTU’s Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine.