Structure

The Master of Science (Life Sciences) programme allows

students to choose from two routes to complete the programme.
Students are required to either:
• Complete six courses plus a dissertation, or
• Complete seven courses plus a 2 AUs Critical Inquiry Course.

The following table summarises the structure for each

specialisation:

Coursework Only Route

Core
Required Courses Elective Courses
Course
4 AUs 4 AUs 4 AUs 4 AUs 4 AUs 4 AUs 4 AUs

2 AUs (Critical Inquiry)

Complete one core course (4 AUs), three required courses

(12 AUs), three elective courses (12 AUs) and a Critical Inquiry
course (2 AUs).
Office of Graduate Studies
Coursework with Dissertation Route & Professional Learning
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Core Block 7 Level 3
Required Courses Elective Courses
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4 AUs 4 AUs 4 AUs 4 AUs 4 AUs 4 AUs
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6 AUs (Dissertation)
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Complete one core course (4 AUs), three required courses (12 AUs), Disclaimer: Information is correct as at August 2018

MASTER OF
two elective courses (8 AUs) and a dissertation (6 AUs).

Application
Applications may be made online. Hard copies of all SCIENCE
LIFE SCIENCES
supporting documents must be submitted within one week
from the date of successful online submission.

For more information on application details, please visit

www.nie.edu.sg/gpl/appl_course.htm

Further Queries
For more information, please visit www.nie.edu.sg/msc_ls
or email us at nieadmpp@nie.edu.sg
Skills in Life Sciences This programme goes beyond the science and technology
behind the main renewable energy sources of the day. Students

for the 21st Century

also get to perform multidisciplinary and industry-relevant
research with the faculty and postdoctoral students. It is truly a
great learning experience in a multicultural environment.
The Master of Science (Life Sciences) programme is Tng Hak Boon
designed to equip teachers and personnel in life science Full-time student
related industries with the skills and knowledge associated 2014 Cohort (Clean Energy Physics)
with this emerging market. The curriculum is
multi-disciplinary and intends to equip students with a
I have absolutely no regrets in having embarked on the Master
deeper and broader knowledge of the life sciences
of Science (Life Sciences) programme. The journey was
especially in the areas of Chemistry, Environmental Biology
certainly enriching and helped me gain a deeper understanding
and Physics. Students will be trained to understand
of scientific knowledge. The programme is also designed to
concepts, conduct experiments and projects using life
nurture a passion for inquiry through investigative coursework.
science instrumentation, and solve problems in the domain Entry Requirements The coursework equipped me with valuable practical experience
of life sciences.
• A good Bachelor of Science with Honours degree, or and provided me with opportunities to work with a local
equivalent, in relevant subjects. environmental enterprise as well as meet with an established
The courses are designed for Science graduate teachers in
Danish scientist.
schools and junior colleges, institutes of higher learning and
other educational organisations who are keen to upgrade • A good Bachelor of Science degree, or equivalent, in Geetha Salgunan
their knowledge in life sciences for their teaching and relevant subjects, and at least one year of professional Secondary School Teacher
professional development. In addition, science and working experience. 2016 Cohort (Chemistry)
engineering graduates from NTU, NUS, and foreign
universities, who wish to upgrade themselves for better job International applicants whose first language is not English
and graduates of universities with non-English medium of Education is not the learning of facts, but the training of the mind
opportunities in life science related industries e.g.,
instruction are required to submit an official Test of English as to think – these words by Einstein embody the Environmental
biomedical products, bioengineering processes, etc. may
a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Science specialisation. The practical-based curriculum and
also apply.
Language Testing System (IELTS) score. Test dates must be numerous field trips widened and deepened my knowledge,
within the last two years before the date of your application. leaving a long-lasting impression. The research project gave me
Applicants may choose to enroll in one of the three
independence, and my lecturer's encouragement and support
specialisations:
further cemented my understanding of environmental science.
Duration of Study Real life issues were regularly discussed in class, making our
• Chemistry
The programme may be completed in one to three years on a learning journey enriched and meaningful.
• Clean Energy Physics
• Environmental Biology full-time basis or two to four years on a part-time basis. Sowmiya Palaniyappan
National Environment Agency Officer
What students say about the 2008 Cohort (Environmental Science)

programme: The courses in the programme are taught by excellent lecturers

who made the learning enjoyable. The field trips and practicals
I had a great learning experience pursuing my MSc (Life
are memorable and provide relevant hands-on learning. I am
Sciences) at NIE. The courses comprised of in-depth
grateful for the effort the lecturers put in to impart the myriad
theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience. The learning
techniques required for rigorous scientific research and writing.
of the current advances in research was interesting and helped
There is always something new to learn, which I can use in both
a great deal in my dissertation. I was intrigued by the lecturers’
my work and personal life.
passion, and their commitment in their specialised fields
enhanced my learning. Sherwin Xie
Research Scientist
Thilini Alahakoon 2013 Cohort (Zoological Sciences)
Research Officer
2014 Cohort (Applied Plant Sciences)