Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine
Coursework Programmes
Graduate Coursework Programme in Clinical Research
The Master of Clinical Investigation (MCI) is a two-year programme which aims to equip physicians and allied health professionals with basic methodological and practical skills to design and implement clinical investigations compatible with international standards. The MCI programme also provides an excellent foundation for those aiming to pursue advanced clinical research training, including PhD degree programmes. The course is structured to accommodate the need for healthcare professionals to balance clinical work with programme participation, where coursework is concentrated in two rounds of 6 weeks’ intensive training, covering the range of skills necessary to design and conduct clinical trials/investigations.
For physicians
- An MBBS or equivalent degree from an internationally-recognised medical school or university
- Physicians who have entered specialist training or residency programme
- Aptitude for clinical research at the international level
For allied health and other healthcare professionals
- Internationally-recognised qualification in their profession
- At least three years of professional practice experience
- Aptitude for clinical research at the international level
The MCI programme offers students training over a candidature period of two years, with the possibility to extend to a maximum of three years if more time is required for their research component. The 40-Unit programme structure comprises 9 courses (32 Units) for coursework (80%) and a research component (20%) of 8 Units. For the research component, students are expected to develop and conduct their own research projects in their clinical disciplines under the guidance of a mentor group comprising established clinical investigators and statistical experts with advanced experience in clinical research.
Graduate Examinations, Coursework and Allied Health Programmes: Division of Graduate Medical Studies (DGMS)
Students enrolled in the Master of Medicine programme offered by the Division of Graduate Medical Studies (DGMS) will have to undergo two to four years of clinical training at an approved hospital. Assessments are based on multi-format examinations and generally taken by doctors during their training (known as Residency Training) towards becoming specialists.
The Master of Medicine degree is offered in the following specialties/disciplines:
- Anaesthesiology
- Diagnostic Radiology
- Emergency Medicine
- Family Medicine
- Internal Medicine
- Obstetrics & Gynaecology
- Ophthalmology
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Otorhinolaryngology
- Paediatric Medicine
- Psychiatry (hiatus)
- Surgery
DGMS also offers short one-to-two-week examination preparatory courses to specifically help candidates prepare for their examinations for certain specialties. Doctors not taking examinations are welcome to enrol but priority will be given to doctors taking the examinations.
For more information, please visit: https://medicine.nus.edu.sg/dgms/master-of-medicine/
DGMS offers part-time Graduate Diploma programmes in Child and Adolescent Health, Family Medicine, Family Practice Dermatology, Geriatric Medicine, Mental Health, Occupational Medicine, and Palliative Medicine for doctors.
For more information, please visit: https://medicine.nus.edu.sg/dgms/graduate-diploma/
Since September 2020, DGMS has started offering various Continuing Education and Training (CET) courses including Executive and Graduate Certificates which are credit-bearing, as well as short courses.
For more information, please visit: https://medicine.nus.edu.sg/dgms/continuing-ed-training-programmes/
The Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health and Psychotherapy is a comprehensive, applied, and skill-based academic training programme, providing a robust foundation in mental health conditions, psychology interventions, psychotherapy & counselling, and case & care coordination.
It aims to provide higher education and specialised clinical training for the growing and evolving postgraduate learning needs of mental health professionals and practitioners in Singapore and the region.
Clinical mental health professionals require a diverse set of therapy skills to effectively address the needs of their clients. The programme encompasses research, screening and assessment for common mental health disorders, cognitive behaviour therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, interpersonal psychotherapy, mindfulness, parenting, group psychotherapy, social skills training, and behavioural interventions.
For more information, please visit: https://medicine.nus.edu.sg/nmsc/mcmhp/
The Master of Science (Speech and Language Pathology) programme is a two-year professional qualification course designed for graduates from any discipline who aspire to become Speech and Language Therapists. Students will be equipped to work with children and adults who have speech, language, swallowing, voice, and fluency disorders. The curriculum includes an emphasis on the unique communication needs of bilingual and multicultural populations. This course will be grounded in problem-based learning and will utilise local case studies. Students will also have the opportunity to undertake a research project pertinent to evidence-based practice and work with a range of children and adults across four clinical placements. More than 180 graduates to date have successfully joined various social service organisations, schools, hospitals, and private centres upon graduation.
For more information, please visit: http://medicine.nus.edu.sg/dgms/SLP/home.html
This graduate-entry programme addresses the public demand for locally trained Audiologists. It is the only coursework-based study of its kind in Singapore and is offered in collaboration with the University of Melbourne. Students are given the opportunity to integrate academics, clinical practice, and research, which will be carried out in a purpose-built facility, clinic and in collaboration with government research institutes, universities, industry, and international partners.
For more information, please visit: http://medicine.nus.edu.sg/dgms/audiology/index.html
Graduate Coursework Programme in Nursing
The Master of Nursing (MN) curriculum offered by NUS reflects the current healthcare needs and the importance of advanced nursing practice.
Students will be able to advance their clinical knowledge and skills, as well as acquire . Beyond the classroom, students will also have the opportunity to be immersed in clinical practice settings. Upon successful completion of the MN programme, graduates will be eligible to apply for the Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) provisional license with the Singapore Nursing Board (SNB) and continue with a 12-month Integrated APN Internship (IAI).
This programme aims to enable MN graduate to perform the nine Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) core Entrusted Professional Activities (EPAs) at the expected level of entrustment (LOE).
They will acquire knowledge, skills, and attitude to build their capabilities in the five competencies domains determined by SNB: Patient care, Clinical knowledge, Interpersonal and communication skills, Practice-based learning and improvement, and Professionalism.
The details on core competencies of APN can be found on SNB website.
Programme Structure
The MN is offered on a full-time basis over 18 months. It consists of 70 units , with 40 units for theoretical courses and 30 units for the clinical practicum.
Structure of the Curriculum
| Year Semester | Course | Units | Hours |
| Year 1
Sem 1 Jan – Jul |
NUR5801G Integrated Clinical Decision Making and Management I (Adult) | 8 | 260 |
| NUR5609 Integrated Clinical Decision Making and Management I (Paed) | |||
| MDG5238 Clinical Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapeutics I | 4 | 130 | |
| NUR5807 Professional Development of Ethical Healthcare | 4 | 130 | |
| NUR5811A Clinical Practicum I (10 weeks) | 10 | 400 | |
| Year 1
Sem 2 Aug – Dec |
NUR5802G Integrated Clinical Decision Making and Management II (Adult) | 8 | 260 |
| NUR5610 Integrated Clinical Decision Making and Management II (Paed) | |||
| NUR5808 Adult Care Across Care Continuum | 8 | 260 | |
| NUR5613 Paediatric Care Across Care Continuum | |||
| MDG5239 Clinical Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapeutics II | 4 | 130 | |
| NUR5811B Clinical Practicum II (4 weeks) | 4 | 160 | |
| Year 2
Sem 1 Jan – May |
NUR5806G Evidence-based Practice | 4 | 130 |
| NUR5811C Clinical Practicum III (16 weeks) | 16 | 640 | |
| Total | 70 | 2,500 | |
Applicants must fulfil both academic requirements and SNB admission requirement to the Master of Nursing programme. Applicants may need to attend an interview as part of the admission process.
Application opens from 1 Sep – 15 Oct every year. Please visit our website at https://medicine.nus.edu.sg/nursing/education-admissions/postgraduate/master-of-nursing/admission-requirements/ for more information.