Introduction
This course introduces learners to biomaterials and their vital role in healthcare and biomedical applications. Learners will explore the interdisciplinary nature of biomaterials, key concepts, the evolution of materials in medicine, and important ethical considerations. The course also covers material interactions within the body and highlights key uses of metals and ceramics in medical devices and treatments. With the growing demand for biomedical expertise, learners will gain valuable knowledge and skills relevant to careers in the healthcare and medical technology sectors.This course is credit-bearing (2AU) and stackable to:
- Graduate Certificate in Materials Science and Engineering (9 AU)
- FlexiMasters in Materials Science and Engineering (15 AU)
- Master of Science in Materials Science and Engineering (30 AU)
Learners will receive their Statement of Accomplishment (for a grade of D and above) or Certificate of Participation for each course—dependent upon their assessment performance.
As the micro-credential courses are only offered in this FlexiMasters in Materials Science and Engineering programme, learners are required to enrol into this programme and complete all required courses within this programme.
Course Availability
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Date(s): 10 Aug 2026 to 02 Jan 2027
Registration Closing Date: 13 Jul 2026
At the end of the course, learners will be able to:
- Define key terms and concepts in biomaterials science.
- Illustrate ethical issues relevant to the development and use of medical devices.
- Summarize guidelines to minimize risk of harm and protect the rights of animal and human test subjects.
- Describe the main processes that give rise to the host response to implants and biomaterials.
- Explain possible complications arising from an undesired host response.
- Apply ISO 10993 test matrix to evaluate the biocompatibility of a biomaterial.
- Explain the basic structure and properties of metallic and ceramic materials.
- Describe properties of specific metallic and ceramic biomaterials and their application areas in the body.
- Describe the main ways metallic and ceramic materials degrade in the body, considering both intentional and unintentional degradation.
Suitable for professionals working in Engineering, Quality Control, Failure Analysis, Manufacturing and Research and Development.
Standard Course Fee: S$3665.67
| BEFORE funding & GST | AFTER SSG funding (if eligible under various schemes) & 9% GST | |
| SSG Funding Support | Course Fee | Course Fee Payable |
| Singapore Citizen (SC) and Permanent Resident (PR) (Up to 70% funding) | S$3,363.00 | S$1,099.70 |
| Enhanced Training Support for SMEs (ETSS) | S$3,363.00 | S$427.10 |
| Singapore Citizen aged ≥ 40 years old SkillsFuture Mid-career Enhanced Subsidy (MCES) (Up to 90% funding) | S$3,363.00 | S$427.10 |
- NTU/NIE alumni may utilise their $1,600 Alumni Course Credits for each course. Click here for more information.
- Learners can utilise their SkillsFuture Credits for these courses.
- Singaporeans aged 40 years and above are able to use their SkillsFuture Credit (Mid-Career) top-up of $4,000 to offset the course fees after SSG funding.
