Program Overview

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Program Overview

The NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine offers a range of programs for prospective students, including the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), Graduate Research Programmes, Graduate Coursework Programmes, and Nursing Programmes.

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

The MBBS program at NUS Medicine trains students to the highest clinical standards, with an experienced faculty that includes internationally respected clinicians and scientists.

Programme Information

• The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in medicine, covering both theoretical and practical aspects.
• Students will have the opportunity to work with experienced clinicians and scientists, many of whom are themselves alumni of the program.

Graduate Research Programmes

The NUS Medicine Graduate Programme is a research-oriented program aimed at training competent biomedical scientists and clinician-scientists.

Programme Information

• The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in biomedical research, covering both theoretical and practical aspects.
• Students will have the opportunity to work with experienced researchers and clinicians, many of whom are themselves leading experts in their fields.

Graduate Coursework Programmes

The NUS Medicine Graduate Coursework Programmes offer masters by coursework and specialist diplomas to help doctors and allied professionals face the complex and intricate healthcare challenges that we face as a global society.

Programme Information

• The programs are designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in a specific area of healthcare, covering both theoretical and practical aspects.
• Students will have the opportunity to work with experienced clinicians and researchers, many of whom are themselves leading experts in their fields.

Nursing Programmes

The NUS Medicine Nursing Programmes offer a range of programs for nursing students, including the Bachelor of Science (Nursing), Master of Nursing, and Postgraduate Nursing Programmes.

Programme Information

• The programs are designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in nursing, covering both theoretical and practical aspects.
• Students will have the opportunity to work with experienced nurses and clinicians, many of whom are themselves leading experts in their fields.

Continuing Education

The NUS Medicine Continuing Education programs offer a range of courses for healthcare professionals, including Continuing Medical Education (CME) and Continuing Professional Education (CPE) courses.

Programme Information

• The programs are designed to provide healthcare professionals with the opportunity to update their knowledge and skills in a specific area of healthcare.
• Students will have the opportunity to work with experienced clinicians and researchers, many of whom are themselves leading experts in their fields.

Research

The NUS Medicine research programs offer a range of opportunities for researchers, including Research Highlights, Find a Researcher, Core Facilities, and Translational Research Programmes.

Programme Information

• The programs are designed to provide researchers with the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research projects, covering both theoretical and practical aspects.
• Researchers will have the opportunity to work with experienced researchers and clinicians, many of whom are themselves leading experts in their fields.

About Us

The NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine has a long history of providing high-quality medical education and research opportunities.

History

• The school was established in 1905 and has since become one of the leading medical schools in Asia.
• The school has a strong reputation for providing high-quality medical education and research opportunities.

Leadership

• The school is led by a team of experienced clinicians and researchers, many of whom are themselves leading experts in their fields.
• The leadership team is committed to providing high-quality medical education and research opportunities.

Ocular Pharmacology for Clinical Optometrists

The Ocular Pharmacology for Clinical Optometrists program is a 2-week course that provides students with a refresher on the pharmacological principles and therapeutic interventions related to the treatment of ocular diseases.

Programme Highlights

• The course covers the basic pharmacology of drugs used in ophthalmology, including mechanisms of action, pharmacokinetics, adverse effects, and therapeutic application.
• Students will gain insight into the different classes of ocular medications and their appropriate use in the management of various ocular conditions.

Benefits of Attending

• The course aims to provide a refresher course on the action, safe uses, side-effects, indication, and contraindication of diagnostic agents commonly used in ophthalmology clinics.
• The course also aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge to use topical anaesthetics, mydriatics, and cycloplegics with confidence.

Who Should Attend

• The course is designed for optometrists who want to update their knowledge and skills in ocular pharmacology.

Trainer Profile

• The faculty for the course includes highly qualified ophthalmologists with diverse subspecialties and clinical optometrists with advanced qualifications and extensive experience as community eye care clinicians.

Course Agenda

• The course covers a range of topics, including:
  • Introducing Diagnostic and Therapeutic Drugs of the Eyes and Ophthalmic Drug Delivery
  • Local Anesthetics
  • Mydriatics and Mydriolytics and Dilation of Pupil
  • Cycloplegics and Cycloplegic Refraction
  • Anti-glaucoma
  • Anti-infective agents
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Anti-allergy agents
  • Ocular medication for dry eye

Pre-Requisites and Assessment

• The candidates must be fully registered with The Optometry and Opticianry Board (OOB) and have obtained at least one of the following qualifications:
  • A recognised university degree or higher qualifications in optometry
  • Optometry degrees from any private universities run in Singapore before
  • Degrees in Life/Health Sciences but possess a valid practicing certificate in optometry and have at least two years of relevant experience
• The assessment includes assignments, online test, practical exam, and written exam.

Awards and Certification

• The course is stacked with two other modules to form the Graduate Certificate in Recognizing and Co-managing Common Retinal Diseases.

Course Fees

• The full program fee is $1890.
• The nett course fee payable, including GST, after additional funding from the various funding schemes, is $618.03 for Singapore citizens aged 40 and above, and $240.03 for Singapore citizens aged 39 and below.

Application Deadline

• The application deadline is 03 Nov 2025.

Points to Note

• The course submission closes on 03 Nov 2025 (Monday) 23:59HR (strictly no extension will be given).
• No payment is collected now, as the courses are ongoing registration.
• As part of the submission requirement for academic courses, please prepare to upload your NRIC (front and back) / transcript / Certification during the application.
• All applicants will be notified of the application outcome (offered/rejected) ~ 4 weeks after registration closing.
• You will need to accept/reject the course offering by then & the school’s administrative & finance team will contact all applicants to proceed with administration & corp billing/payment/ Skillsfuture application in stages.
• Courses are not offered on a first-come, first-serve basis.
• A committee will review all applications based on the eligibility criteria.
• Student Services Fee of $25.70 is payable for the semester after enrolling in the academic course.