Introduction
The Bachelor of Science (Molecular Biology and Applied Chemistry) is a course that provides students with the opportunity to focus on subjects directly related to drug design and organic synthesis, medicinal chemistry and forensic science. This degree allows students to develop skills that are highly regarded and highly valued in the chemical industry.
Students will apply principles in the core areas of inorganic, organic, physical, biological, analytical, computational, materials and macromolecular chemistry. This includes practical skills such as synthesis, analytical, physical or computational chemistry laboratory work.
This course has been particularly developed to support the internationally growing biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries and provide students with a robust basis for progressing into a wide variety of chemistry-based post-graduate study and career paths.
Highlights
- Advanced Standing
Receive 6 – 12 module exemptions with a relevant polytechnic diploma qualification, with possible completion in 12 – 36 months.
- Purpose-Built Science Labs
Work with some of the industry’s most commonly used equipment across our three life science and chemistry labs, which are designed through more than 10 years of teaching life science.
- Double Majors Advantage
Combine perspectives across two life science disciplines to enhance your learning experience.
Potential Career Opportuities
- Chemist
- Environmental Scientist
- Forensic Scientist
Curriculum Overview
Programme Structure
Year 1 Core Modules
- Big Ideas in Science: Life, the Universe and Everything
- Biology of Cell and Organism
- Chemistry 1A
- Chemistry 1B
- Mathematical Applications in Biology
- Statistics for Life Sciences
Year 1 Elective Modules (Choose 2)
- Foundations of Biomedical Science
- Genetics, Human Biology and Evolution
- Organs and Organ Systems*
- Pharmaceutical Formulation A*
Year 2 Core Modules
- Big Ideas in Science: Career Options and Professional Identity
- Chemical Analysis
- Fundamentals of Chemistry B
- Introduction to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- Introduction to Microbiology
- Medicinal Chemistry A
- Metabolic Biochemistry and Cell Biology
Year 2 Elective Modules (Choose 1)
- Pharmacology A
- Pharmacology B*
Year 3 Core Modules
- Advanced Chemistry Laboratory
- Biopharmaceutics
- Clinical Biochemistry and Haematology
- Group Project
- Specialised Topics in Chemistry
- Advanced Topics in Biochemistry and Systems Biology OR Applications of Biotechnology
Year 3 Elective Modules (Choose 2)
- Advanced Analytical Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- Advanced Biochemistry and Medical Biology Laboratory Course
- Advanced Topics In Biochemistry and Cell Biology
- Advanced Topics in Biochemistry and Systems Biology
- Advanced Topics in Biomedical Science A
- Advanced Topics in Medical Sciences B*
- Applications of Biomedical Science*
- Applications of Biotechnology
- Practical Skills in Biomedical Science
*Recommended Electives for Students to choose for course completion within 28 months (full time) – 48 months (part-time)
Mode of Assessment
Assessment of this programme may include assignments, tests, projects, reports, lab work and final examinations.
Entry Requirements
Local Qualifications
- GCE ‘A’-Levels minimum 7 in total for the best 3 H2 subjects or, STPM 8 in total for the best 3 academic subjects, and min. grade C for Chemistry; OR
- Local Science-related diploma in relevant areas; OR
- Local Engineering diploma with Calculus Mathematics background and has a ‘C’ average grade may be considered; OR
- PSB Academy Foundation Diploma in Life Sciences with an average Pass, and with a Pass in each of the units
Advanced standing may be given for approved Diploma courses upon a final Diploma result. All applications are subject to approval by La Trobe University. Minimum Age Requirement
English Language Requirements
- GCE ‘O’ level English grade C or above or equivalent; OR
- IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with no individual band score less than 6.0; OR
- TOEFL Paper-based Test -a minimum overall score of 550 with a score of 5 or more in the Test of Written English; OR
- TOEFL Internet-based Test -64 with 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing; OR
- Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE) Overall score of 50 with no communicative skill score less than 50.
English language test scores must be less than two years old at the date of application to La Trobe University.
Duration & Intake
Programme Duration
The programme can be completed within 12- 28 months, depending on number of exemptions. Terms: 4 modules in a trimester
[Part-time option available]
Intake Period
Fees & Funding
Total Course Fees
Singapore-based Students & International Students
- 24 modules: S$47,508.00
- 18 modules: S$35,631.00 ^
- 12 Modules: S$23,754.00^
Progressing Students*
Singapore-based Students: S$45,132.60 (24 modules)
International Students: S$47,508.00 (24 modules)
Payment Instalments
- 24 modules: 6
- 18 modules: 5
- 12 Modules: 3
^ Relevant Life Science Polytechnic Diploma holders can enjoy 6 to 12 module exemptions, subject to university entry requirements.
* Applicable for students who completed PSB Academy’s Foundation Diploma in Life SciencesAll fees are subject to annual revision. Total course fee is inclusive of lab fees.
Mandatory Fees
Singapore-based Student
- Application Fee: S$128.40
- Student Development Fee: S$321.00
International Student
- Application Fee: S$450.00
- Student’s Pass issuance and multiple journey visa fees (varies by country): S$60.00 – S$90.00
- Student Induction and Development Fee (For New International Student): S$1,070.00
- Students Induction and Development Fee (For Progressing International Student): S$321.00
All fees are subject to annual revision.