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Entry Requirements

 

 

Diploma in Electronic Engineering (Medical)

Electrical Engineering (Medical) Diploma programme is designed to cover a broad discipline in the field of electronic engineering with specialization in medical electronics. The programme covers basic mathematics, electrical and electronic engineering, computers and programming, communication systems, semiconductor devices, wiring and installation and computer aided design. Areas of specialization are anatomy and physiology, medical practice, practical systems, medical signal measurement, medical instrumentation and medical imaging.


Medical care has advanced significantly to meet the changing medical needs today. With rapid changes in electronic diagnostic technology, more engineers and technicians in the field of medical and engineering are needed. Graduates are expected to work in the field of medical technology and electronic engineering. The Ministry of Education’s Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Medical)Programme has equipped graduates with specialized technical skills in the field.

  • Obtained at least 5 Credits in O Levels or Senior High School Certificate/Senior Secondary School/other equivalent pre-university examination from the government school (with the period of at least 12 years of study from primary to higher secondary) in any Science Subject (Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Science & Technology or General Science); AND

  • Obtained at least credits (Grade C) in any Mathematics (Maths or Ad Maths); OR

  • Recognised Certificate in Engineering/Engineering Technology or its equivalent; OR

  • Recognised related Vocational and Technical/Skills Certificate or its equivalent with ONE (1) year of relevant work experience or a minimum of ONE (1) semester of a bridging programme; OR

  • Any other certificate that is recognized by Polytechnic’s equivalent to the above; AND

  • 3 Credits in O Levels with a Credit in any Mathematics (Maths or Ad Maths) and a PASS in any Science Subject (Chemistry, Physics, Biology or General Science); or

  • Obtained at least a pass in English Language; OR

  • Certified copies of English Language Proficiency Certificate (IELTS/TOEFL); AND

  • Candidates must not be colour blind and physically handicapped which will complicate practical works.

  • –A qualification that PSA accepts as equivalent to the above

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