National University of Singapore Master of Science in Applied Biomedicine
National University of Singapore

National University of Singapore

Master of Science in Applied Biomedicine

Singapore, Singapore

Master degree

12 months

English

Full time, Part time

30 Apr 2026*

Aug 2026

SGD 59,500 **

On-Campus

* Aug intake: 1 Jan to 30 Apr of intake year.

** inclusive 9% GST

Key Summary

    About : The Master of Science in Applied Biomedicine offers students a comprehensive understanding of biomedical science and its application in real-world scenarios. This program focuses on both the theoretical and practical aspects, using advanced techniques and methodologies. You will explore a range of topics including disease mechanisms, drug development, and clinical practices, equipping you with the skills needed for the evolving healthcare landscape. The program typically spans one year for full-time students.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue various career paths in biomedical research, clinical laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, and regulatory bodies. Potential roles include research scientist, clinical research associate, and laboratory manager, allowing you to contribute to advancements in healthcare and treatment solutions.

The National University of Singapore (NUS) Master of Science (MSc) in Applied Biomedicine (MSc-ABM) is offered by the Division of Graduate Studies in the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine (NUSMed).

The Master of Science in Applied Biomedicine(MSc-ABM), perhaps the first programme of its kind in Asia, has a critical role to play in light of the recent pandemic and future healthcare crises. The MSc-ABM equips students with skills to combat emerging infectious diseases, develop vaccines and immunotherapies, as well as design drugs. It aims to develop students in their critical and analytical thinking in the complex and evolving healthcare landscape; training them to be resourceful and adaptable independent learners and leaders in the biomedical workforce. The programme also aims to impart the following skill sets and knowledge to students:

  • In-depth and up-to-date specialist knowledge and technologies in biomedicine
  • Ability to apply biomedical knowledge to practice
  • Ability to formulate a hypothesis and design a scientifically sound project

Students in the programme can choose to generalise or pursue one of three specialisations:

  • Vaccinology and Immunotherapy
  • Infectious Diseases Management
  • Drug Discovery and Development

By arming students with the necessary skills and knowledge, the MSc-ABM will provide a steady supply of skilled professionals to the healthcare and biopharmaceutical industries in particular research institutes, ministries and hospitals where the disciplines of infectious diseases management, vaccine development/immunotherapy and drug discovery/development are critical.

Why this Programme?

  • Get more from an integrated Master’s Degree programme focused on biomedical topics critical to the post-pandemic scientific community.
  • Prepare to be an agile and enterprising healthcare talent with good management potential, through the programme's bio innovation and leadership courses.
  • Leverage on Singapore's lessons and successes in managing the COVID-19 pandemic, which add new and unique perspectives to the programme.
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