Singapore

Agreements with the Singapore Polytechnics

Monash University has various agreements with all Singapore polytechnics (Nanyang Polytechnic, Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Republic Polytechnic, Temasek Polytechnic, Singapore Polytechnic) that allow eligible Diploma students to articulate into our undergraduate pharmacy and pharmaceutical science programs.

The academic entry scores and credit exemptions granted for selected Diploma programs are outlined in the tables below. This information is valid until further notice from the University and is subject to change. The information is provided as a guide only and does not guarantee the credit exemptions specified. Entry scores are updated annually and may change.

Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science (2022 curriculum onwards)

The following table applies to students who successfully complete the Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science (2022 curriculum onwards) awarded by Temasek Polytechnic, Republic Polytechnic, Nanyang Polytechnic and Ngee Ann Polytechnic.

Degree awarded

Campus

Polytechnic diploma program

Awarding body

Monash duration (exclusive of credit)

Credit given

Monash duration (inclusive of credit)

Current GPA entry score

Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science

Parkville

Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science

Nanyang Polytechnic

3 years

1 year


48 credit points

2 years

3.0

Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science

Ngee Ann Polytechnic

Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science, including:

  • All RP General and Discipline modules
  • Module in Pharmaceutical Industry Practice
  • Industry Orientation Programme

Republic Polytechnic

Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science, including:

  • All TP Fundamental subjects
  • All Diploma core subjects
  • All Pharmaceuticals and Biologics Elective Cluster subjects

Temasek Polytechnic

Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science Advanced (Honours)

Parkville

Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science

Nanyang Polytechnic

4 years

1 year


48 credit points

3 years

3.0

Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science

Ngee Ann Polytechnic

Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science, including:

  • All RP General and Discipline modules
  • Module in Pharmaceutical Industry Practice
  • Industry Orientation Programme

Republic Polytechnic

Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science, including:

  • All TP Fundamental subjects
  • All Diploma core subjects
  • All Pharmaceuticals and Biologics Elective Cluster subjects

Temasek Polytechnic

Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)

Parkville

Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science

Nanyang Polytechnic

4 years

1 semester


24 credit points

3.5 years

3.0


This course has additional requirements. See find a course for more information.

Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science

Ngee Ann Polytechnic

Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science, including:

  • All RP General and Discipline modules
  • Module in Patient Care Practice
  • Industry Orientation Programme

Republic Polytechnic

Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science, including:

  • All TP Fundamental subjects
  • All Diploma core subjects
  • All Pharmacy Practice Elective Cluster subjects

Temasek Polytechnic

Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) / Master of Pharmacy

Parkville

Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science

Nanyang Polytechnic

5 years

1 semester


24 credit points

4.5 years

3.0


This course has additional requirements. See find a course for more information.

Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science

Ngee Ann Polytechnic

Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science, including:

  • All RP General and Discipline modules
  • Module in Patient Care Practice
  • Industry Orientation Programme

Republic Polytechnic

Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science, including:

  • All TP Fundamental subjects
  • All Diploma core subjects
  • All Pharmacy Practice Elective Cluster subjects

Temasek Polytechnic

Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science (2017–2021 curriculum)

The following table applies to students who commenced and successfully completed the Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science between 2017 and 2021.

Degree awarded

Campus

Polytechnic diploma program

Awarding body

Monash duration (exclusive of credit)

Credit given

Monash duration (inclusive of credit)

Current GPA entry score

Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science

Parkville

Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science

Nanyang Polytechnic

3 years

1 year


48 credit points

2 years

3.0

Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science

Ngee Ann Polytechnic

Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science

Republic Polytechnic

Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science

Temasek Polytechnic

Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science Advanced (Honours)

Parkville

Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science

Nanyang Polytechnic

4 years

1 year


48 credit points

3 years

3.0

Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science

Ngee Ann Polytechnic

Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science

Republic Polytechnic

Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science

Temasek Polytechnic

Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)

Parkville

Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science (Pharmacy Practice Track)

Republic Polytechnic

4 years

1 semester


24 credit points

3.5 years

3.0


This course has additional requirements. See find a course for more information.

Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) / Master of Pharmacy

Parkville

Diploma of Pharmaceutical Science (Pharmacy Practice Track)

Republic Polytechnic

5 years

1 semester


24 credit points

4.5 years

3.0


This course has additional requirements. See find a course for more information.

Diploma of Biomedical Science (2022 curriculum onwards)

The following table applies to students who successfully complete the Diploma of Biomedical Science (2022 curriculum onwards) awarded by Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Republic Polytechnic and Singapore Polytechnic

Degree awarded

Campus

Polytechnic diploma program

Awarding body

Monash duration (exclusive of credit)

Credit given

Monash duration (inclusive of credit)

Current GPA entry score

Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science

Parkville

Diploma of Biomedical Science, including one of:

  • Integrated Clinical Training Program
  • Applied Biomedical Science Track

Ngee Ann Polytechnic

3 years

1 year


48 credit points

2 years

3.0

Diploma of Biomedical Science, including one of the following majors:

  • Major in Biomedical Research
  • Major in Medical Laboratory Technology

Republic Polytechnic

Diploma of Biomedical Science, including one of the following tracks:

  • Medical Technology
  • Cardiac Technology
  • Biotechnology

Singapore Polytechnic

Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science Advanced (Honours)

Parkville

Diploma of Biomedical Science, including one of:

  • Integrated Clinical Training Program
  • Applied Biomedical Science Track

Ngee Ann Polytechnic

4 years

1 year


48 credit points

3 years

3.0

Diploma of Biomedical Science, including one of the following majors:

  • Biomedical Research
  • Medical Laboratory Technology

Republic Polytechnic

Diploma of Biomedical Science, including one of the following tracks:

  • Medical Technology
  • Cardiac Technology
  • Biotechnology

Singapore Polytechnic

GPA entry score calculation methodology

Final Grade Point Average as awarded on the official final academic transcript issued by the above listed awarding body. Evidence of successful completion must be provided.