At a Glance
| Duration: | 3 years full-time |
| Qualification: | Diploma in Chemical Engineering |
| Application: | Apply during the Joint Admissions Exercise following the release of the GCE O Level results. For other categories of local applicants, please refer to the section on 'Admission and Requirements'. For international students, please refer to the section on 'Information for International Students'. |
The Course
Singapore is home to oil refinery and pharmaceutical giants, as well as major manufacturers of petrochemicals and specialty chemicals. Hyflux, a local water treatment company, has spread its wings and built many plants in Asia. SHELL and Exxon Mobil have invested heavily in expanding their Singapore operations. These diverse companies, with annual outputs worth billions of dollars, have one thing in common – they rely on chemical engineers to determine the pulse of the industry
Chemical engineering is the bridge that channels products that are developed in laboratories to the hands of the masses. Chemical engineers are involved in the manufacture of products such as fuel, petrochemicals, cosmetics, plastics, processed foods and medicine so that we can enjoy and reap the benefits of scientific discoveries. They hold crucial responsibilities in the process industry such as running plant operations, designing reactors and process equipment, improving efficiency as well as looking into the safety and environmental aspects of processes.
This course trains you to have an extensive grounding in chemistry and chemical engineering principles for the chemical process industries. Moreover, specialised modules like Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technology and Bioprocess Technology are offered to equip you with the relevant knowledge to join the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry. Practical knowledge of process safety and laboratory techniques, as required by the relevant industries, are also taught. You can also take part in state-of-the-art research projects related to nanotechnology, fermentation and membrane technology.
The extensive scope of this course will prepare you for higher education well. The University of New South Wales, University College of London and many top overseas universities offer advanced standing to our graduates. Locally, you can apply for admission to the National University of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University and Singapore Management University to pursue a degree.
Career Opportunities
Trained to be versatile, you can work in a broad range of companies in various industries. You can embark on careers in the chemical industry, the largest manufacturing industry in Singapore. You can also conduct analytical or research work in laboratories or consider prospects in the pharmaceutical manufacturing companies running the production of pharmaceutical products. You may also embark on a career in technical sales or purchasing.
Minimum Entry Requirements
| English Language (EL1)* | Grades 1-7 |
| Mathematics (E or A) | Grades 1-6 |
| One of the following Science subjects # | Grades 1-6 |
| Any two other subjects, excluding CCA | － |
# Biology, Chemistry, Combined Science, Engineering Science, Physical Science, Physics, Science (Chemistry, Biology), Science (Physics, Biology), Science (Physics, Chemistry)
*Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM)/Unified Examination Chinese (UEC) holders must have a minimum of grade 6 for the relevant English Language subject (e.g. Bahasa Inggeris).
See also the minimum entry requirements for:
Graduation Requirements
| Cumulative Grade Point Average | min 1.0 |
| TP Core Subjects | 19 credit units |
| Diploma Subjects | |
| Core Subjects | 93 credit units |
| Elective Subjects | min 7 credit units |
| Cross-Disciplinary Subjects | min 9 credit units |
| Total Credit Units Completed | min 128 credit units |
Cross-Disciplinary Subjects
Students are required to obtain a minimum of 9 credit units from the list of Cross-Disciplinary Subjects.
Additional Information
Enquiries
For more enquiries, please feel free to contact us at:
Temasek Polytechnic
21 Tampines Avenue 1
Singapore 529757
Tel: 67878000 (Admission Hotline)
Fax: 67898220 (General Enquiry)
Email: admissions@tp.edu.sg
Sale of Prospectus
The prospectus for full-time diploma is on sale at the following places for the price of S$7.00 per copy.
One Stop Service Centre
Temasek Polytechnic
Administration Block 9
East Wing, Lobby C, Level 2 (Plaza Level)
21 Tampines Avenue 1
Singapore 529757
Alternatively, you can request the prospectus to be mailed to you. The cost is S$7.00 + S$2.50(local postage cost) for local addresses and S$7.00 + overseas postage cost for overseas addresses. You can send in your requests to corpcomm@tp.edu.sg
Please make your cheques/drafts* payable to "Temasek Polytechnic" and send it together with your request to:
Corporation Communications
Temasek Polytechnic
21 Tampines Avenue 1
Singapore 529757
* Foreign cheques/drafts drawn on overseas banks are not acceptable.
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