Diploma
FS113002A
Diploma of Foundation Studies - Health and Life Sciences
FS113002A

Diploma of Foundation Studies - Health and Life Sciences

Programme Aims

The Programme aims to deliver a quality education, with vocational and generic elements, that will enable students to achieve both the basic skills required for developing a career in the industry, and a sound academic foundation for further studies. The Programme focuses heavily on communication, in particular English, Chinese with Putonghua and Information Technology, as these areas are particularly important in the workplace. Emphasis is also placed on the development of interpersonal skills and teamwork, and a student-centred approach.

Career Prospects

This Programme equips students with skills required for employment in the health and life sciences’   sectors and also prepares them for further studies.

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Stem

STEM Education Enhancements

Strengthen students’ ability in practical skills and apply knowledge through STEM education

  • VR Apps on Titration Experiment
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Outstanding Graduate

Education Background

  • Foundation Diploma (Level 3) - Applied Science
  • Higher Diploma in Biomedical Science
  • Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences, City University of Hong Kong

Achievement

  • Registered Medical Laboratory Technologist
  • Associate Medical Technologist, Hospital Authority

Information


Duration of Study 1 Year
Mode of Study Full-time
Offering Campus(es) / Venue(s)

IVE (Chai Wan)

IVE (Kwai Chung)

IVE (Sha Tin)

Entrance Requirements

Completion of Secondary 6 (under the New Senior Secondary academic structure) or equivalent.

Articulation

Graduates of Diploma of Foundation Studies are eligible to apply for VTC’s Higher Diploma programmes, which normally require five HKDSE subjects at Level 2 or above, including English Language and Chinese Language.

Notes Students may be required to attend classes on other VTC campuses. VTC reserves the right to cancel any programme, revise programme content or change the offering institute(s) / campus(es) / class venue(s) if circumstances so warrant.
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