The BS degree focuses on studying bio-systems of living organisms, e.g. human, animals bacteria, viruses and plants, which includes aspects of biomedical sciences. The BMS degree focuses on studying human biology (their physiology and anatomy) so as to complement the Chinese Medicine-related courses. 

At least H1/SL or equivalent pass in Mathematics and a good H2/HL/A Level or equivalent pass in Physics, Chemistry or Biology PLUS at least an O Level/SL or equivalent pass in Chinese Language.

 

General Information

All applicants that accept a place in the Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences degree programme (with and without ABP status) will be automatically assessed for exemption eligibility. The eligible undergraduates will then be notified about the exemptions before the start of the first semester.

Please note that after being offered with exemptions from Year 1 courses, you may choose to decline the exemption and register for the course(s) without penalty.

Students who are awarded with course exemptions can choose to: take additional elective courses that may contribute to a minor; take later year courses in earlier semesters; or spend additional time on extra-curricular activities such as involvement in various campus clubs and societies.

Course Exemptions for Students with A Level Qualifications

Exemptions from selected Year 1 courses will be offered to students in the Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences degree programme who have meet the criteria listed below. A maximum of three exemptions from Year 1 courses will be awarded.

A Level Subject	Exemptions	Criteria
H2 Biology	BS1001 Introductory Biology	Grade A in H2 Biology
H2 Chemistry	BS1003 Organic Chemistry	Grade A in H2 Chemistry
H3 Molecular Biology	BS1007 Molecular & Cell Biology I	Distinction or Merit in the H3 subject
H3 Organic Synthesis & Mechanism	BS1003 Organic Chemistry	Distinction or Merit in the H3 subject
H3 Proteomics	BS1005 Biochemistry I	Distinction or Merit in the H3 subject
Other H3 subjects	Exemption will be granted on a case by case basis	Distinction or Merit in the H3 subject

Course Exemptions for Students with Local Polytechnic Qualifications

Exemptions from selected Year 1 courses will be offered to students in the Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences degree programme on a case by case basis. Exemptions will be based on academic merit and relevance of polytechnic courses completed. Students admitted into Year 1 may be granted exemption from up to 3 Year 1 courses.

In addition to the 3 year 1 modules, students with relevant diplomas may be exempted from BS1001 Introductory Biology as well.

Course Exemptions for Students with NUS HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA Qualifications

Students with a CAP of least 4.5 will be considered for exemptions  

​Subject	Exemptions​
Biology​​	BS1001
​Chemistry	​BS1003

 

Course Exemptions for Students with INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE DIPLOMA Qualifications

Students with subject grade of 7 or higher will be considered for exemptions

​Subject	Exemptions​
Biology​	BS1001
​Chemistry	​BS1003

 

*Exemption for BS1003 will not be applicable for students with 2nd major in Medicinal Chemistry and Pharmacology.

Exempted courses are listed with an “EX” grade in the degree transcript. They do not count toward CGPA calculations, but the earned Academic Units contribute toward graduation requirements. NTU requires at least 69 AU of letter-graded courses, and at least 3 academic years of study, for the conferral of an undergraduate degree. Exempted courses are considered non-graded courses.

• For Year 1 students admitted in AY2020 and onwards
• For Year 1 students admitted in AY2019
• For Year 1 students admitted in AY2018
• For Year 1  students admitted in 2017
• For Year 1  students admitted in AY2015 to AY2016
• For Year 1  students admitted in AY2014

1. TCM (employment as Chinese Medicine physician is subject to passing the TCM Practitioner’s Board Exam) 
2. Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Industries 
3. Bio-Botanical Products and Nutraceutical Industries 
4. Education and Public Sectors 
5. Bilateral Diplomats (between China and Singapore) 
6. Further Education and/or Research 
   
7. Healthcare – Clinical researcher, Management Associate, Hospital Executive, Healthcare Operations Executive, Pharmaceutical Sales, Physician, Acupuncturist etc. 
8. Biomedical & Pharmaceutical – Process Engineer, Manufacturing Biotechnologist, QA Specialist, Clinical Researcher, R&D Officer, Validation Engineer etc. 
9. Public Sector – Research Officer, Health Policy Analyst, Forensic Specialist, Project Officer, Laboratory Manager, Gynaecologist etc. 
10. Banking, Finance & Legal – Risk Consultant, Relationship Manager, Management Associate, Patent Officer etc. 
11. Entrepreneur – Owner of Bio 3D Printing Company, Owner & Physician of TCM Clinic 
12. Postgraduate Studies – Medical Student, Veterinary Science Student, M.Sc & Ph.D Student 
13. Others – Scientific Writer, Communication Account Executive, Scientific Journalist, Marketing Associate, Events, Service Executive etc.

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