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Last Updated: 18 October 2021

Biomedical Engineering

An inter-disciplinary course that trains you in biological techniques and biomedical instrumentation and their usage in the human body, allowing you to tap into the growing MedTech and healthcare sectors.

Course code : T38
Temasek Polytechnic
Admission type: JAE , JPAE , Poly EAE , PFP , DAE
2024 JAE ELR2B2-C aggregate: 4-13
Course duration : 3 years

Applicants with severe colour vision deficiency or uncontrolled epilepsy or profound hearing loss or severe vision impairment may have difficulties meeting the course requirements and expectations. Interested applicants with these conditions should contact Temasek Polytechnic for more information.

Course details

Field of study Applied Sciences
Track/Specialisation

This course offers the following tracks or specialisation:

  • Clinical Practices
  • Healthcare Analytics
  • Audiometry and Hearing Devices
  • Medical Devices and Imaging
  • Medical Device Regulations
Certification offered

Diploma in Biomedical Engineering

Learn more about the course

Minimum entry requirement

You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.

For N(A)-Level students seeking admission through PFP

This a Group 1 PFP course.

Subject Grade
English Language Syllabus A 1-3
Mathematics Syllabus A / Additional Mathematics 1-3

One of the following relevant subjects:

  • Design and Technology
  • Food and Nutrition/Nutrition and Food Science
  • Science (Chemistry, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Chemistry)
1-3

Any 2 other subjects excluding CCA

1-4
For O-Level students seeking admission through JAE
Subject Grade
English Language 1-7
Additional Mathematics/Mathematics 1-6

Any one of the following subjects

  • Biology
  • Biotechnology
  • Chemistry
  • Computing/Computer Studies
  • Design & Technology
  • Electronics/Fundamentals of Electronics
  • Physics
  • Science (Chemistry, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Biology)
  • Science (Physics, Chemistry)
1-6

Course modules

Year 1

Diploma-related modules

  • Electronic Prototyping
  • Circuit Analysis
  • Digital Fundamentals 1
  • Engineering Mathematics 1
  • Engineering Physics
  • Electronic Devices and Circuits
  • Digital Fundamentals 2
  • Engineering Mathematics 2
  • Computer Programming for Problem Solving

General modules

  • Leadership: Essential Attributes and Practice 1
  • Sports and Wellness
  • Communication and Information Literacy
  • Global Studies
  • Current Issues and Critical Thinking
  • Career Readiness 1
  • Persuasive Communication
  • Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Year 2

Diploma-related modules

  • Human Anatomy and Physiology
  • Engineering Mathematics 3
  • Microcontroller Applications
  • Medical Electronics
  • Medical Imaging and Informatics
  • Medical Devices
  • Medical Device Manufacturing Practices
  • Chemistry
  • Data Visualisation and Analytics

General modules

  • Workplace Communication
  • Managing Diversity at Work*
  • Global Citizenship and Community Development*
  • Expressions of Culture*
  • Guided Learning
  • Leadership: Essential Attributes and Practice 2
  • Leadership: Essential Attributes and Practice 3
  • Career Readiness 2
  • Career Readiness 3

*Students must choose to take either one of these three subjects or Guided Learning.

Year 3

Diploma-related modules

  • Major Project

Electives

  • Audiometry and Hearing Devices
  • CAD and Additive Manufacturing
  • Medical Biochemistry
  • Clinical Laboratory Equipment
  • Advanced Skills Practices
  • Healthcare Analytics
  • Patient Monitoring Technology
  • Special Project 1
  • Special Project 2
  • Higher Engineering Skills 1
  • Higher Engineering Skills 2
  • Higher Engineering Mathematics
  • Solar Photovoltaic Technology and Leasing
  • Green Urban Transportation and Energy Storage
  • Renewable Energy Technologies
  • Life Cycle Analysis
  • Work-Based Learning

General modules

  • Student Internship Programme

Internship

Internship duration 16 weeks
Internship timeframe Year 3

Career prospects

You can explore the following career options upon graduation:

  • Biomedical Assistant Engineers
  • Biomedical Technical Officers
  • Field Services Engineers
  • Imaging Specialists
  • Medical Devices Specialists
  • Medical Product Specialists
  • Medical Technologists
  • Regulatory Affairs Executives

Use resources and interactive tools that are available on MySkillsFuture Portal to explore various education and career pathways.

How to register

Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE)

You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.

Joint Polytechnic Admissions Exercise (JPAE)

You may register using the JPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.

Polytechnic Early Admissions Exercise (Poly EAE)

You may register using the Poly EAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.

Polytechnic Foundation Programme (PFP)

You may register using the PFPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.

Direct Admissions Exercise (DAE)

You may apply through the respective polytechnics’ websites. Learn the process and how to apply.