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Applied Science Discipline

Higher Diploma in Health Studies

Programme code AS114204

The following section presents the programme information offered in September 2024. Programme information for AY 2025/26 will be announced in early November 2024.
Curriculum
Semester 1:
  • Human Anatomy and Physiology for Health Studies
  • Fundamental Nursing Skills
  • Microbiology and Infection Management in Clinical Settings
  • Ethical & Legal Aspects in Nursing and Health Care
  • Essential Workplace Communication: Effective Oral Interaction
  • Essential Workplace Communication: Digital Written Correspondence
  • Whole Person Development - MindShift: Achieving Personal Growth & Effectiveness
Semester 2:
  • Human Anatomy and Physiology for Health Studies
  • Fundamental Nursing Skills
  • Medical and Geriatric Nursing I
  • Psychology
  • Neurological and Mental Health Nursing
  • Vocational Chinese Communication: Putonghua Conversation and Reports
  • Professional Workplace Communication: Storytelling and Job Search
  • Whole Person Development - Collaboration, Teamwork & Social Engagement
  • Enrichment Module B
Semester 3:
  • Industrial Attachment
  • Specialty Nursing
  • Sociology of Health
  • Health Informatics and Research Methods
  • Professional Workplace Communication: Proposal and Report Writing
  • Whole Person Development - Enhancing Competencies in the 21st Century Workplace
  • Enrichment Module A
Semester 4:
  • Project
  • Medical and Geriatric Nursing II
  • Principles of Rehabilitation
  • Integrated Nursing Skills
  • Vocational Chinese Communication: Putonghua Presentations, Administrative and Technical Text Writing
  • Professional Workplace Communication: Pitching and Persuasive Presentation
  • IT Essentials - Health and Life Sciences
Semester 5:
  • Project
  • Health Education and Promotion
  • Health Services Management
  • Pharmacology and Drug Usage
  • Integrated Nursing Skills