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FAQs
General
What is sports medicine?
The scope of sports medicine practice has expanded beyond sports-related injuries to include prevention of common chronic diseases and treatment of general musculoskeletal injuries, which are particularly common in older people.
What skills do I obtain from the GDSM programme?
Aimed primarily at SMC-registered medical doctors, the programme will equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to confidently perform pre-participation screening for sports and exercise, manage general and sports-related musculoskeletal injuries in the primary care setting, and provide medical support for sports programmes and events, among others.
Is the GDSM programme endorsed by the Singapore Medical Council (SMC)?
Endorsed by the Singapore Medical Council (SMC), graduates of the GDSM can display the title in their clinics to attest to the additional skills they possess.
Can I practise as a Sports Physician and does SMC allow me to use the title “Sports Physician” in Singapore?
The "Sports Physician" designation refers to specialists registered with the Specialist Accreditation Board and SMC. These doctors are required to complete a formal three-year Advanced Subspecialty Training programme. The GDSM is not a specialist qualification and successful candidates are not allowed to use this title.
Will I get CME points for SMC-registered doctors?
Yes, 50 CME points (non-core points will be awarded to non-Sports Medicine specialist) will be awarded to SMC-registered doctors who have successfully completed the programme (with 25 points at end December and remaining 25 points upon successfully completing the programme the following year).
Who are the key faculty of the GDSM programme?
Key faculty include:
Dr Benedict Tan
GDSM Advisory Board Chair
Chief & Senior Consultant, Singapore Sport & Exercise Medicine Centre @ Changi General Hospital
GDSM Programme Director
LKCMedicine Assistant Dean, Research
Associate Professor of Exercise Physiology, LKCMedicine
Dr Benedict Tan
GDSM Advisory Board Chair
Chief & Senior Consultant, Singapore Sport & Exercise Medicine Centre @ Changi General Hospital
Adjunct Assistant Professor Lim Ang Tee
GDSM Course Director (Clinical)
Consultant, Singapore Sport & Exercise Medicine Centre @ Changi General Hospital (SSMC@CGH)
GDSM Programme Director
LKCMedicine Assistant Dean, Research
Associate Professor of Exercise Physiology, LKCMedicine
Tuition Fee
Is the GDSM Programme a government-subsidised programme?
It is not subsidised by the Ministry of Education (MOE), Singapore. However, Singapore citizens are eligible for SkillsFuture Credit. SC may use their SkillsFuture credit (up to $1,000) to offset the tuition fee.
What are the fees for the GDSM Programme?
Period of study
1 year
Location of study
Singapore (for the practical components of the programme)
Fees
- Tuition fee: S$7194 (includes GST, excludes all course materials and books)
- Student services fee: S$251 (incl. GST, for two semesters)
*The programme fees are reviewed annually and may be revised. The University reserves the right to adjust the programme fees without prior notice.
Fees are paid in one lump sum and are not refundable after commencement of the semester.
What is the payment mode for the application fee?
Payment for the application fee can be made through any of the following modes:
1. Credit card / Debit Card
2. DBS/POSB ATM
3. Cheque/Bank Draft/Money Order/Cashier's Order
4. NETS
More details on the above payment modes can be found here.
1. Credit card / Debit Card
2. DBS/POSB ATM
3. Cheque/Bank Draft/Money Order/Cashier's Order
4. NETS
More details on the above payment modes can be found here.
Admissions
What are the admission requirements for GDSM programme?
1. General Practitioners with at least six years post-Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery qualification or equivalent; or
2. Family Medicine Physicians and other SMC-registered specialists; or
3. General Practitioners with a Graduate Diploma in Family Medicine (GDFM); and
4. Hold a primary medical qualification recognised by the Singapore Medical Council.
Doctors with conditional or temporary registration must have a letter of recommendation from their Head of Department.
2. Family Medicine Physicians and other SMC-registered specialists; or
3. General Practitioners with a Graduate Diploma in Family Medicine (GDFM); and
4. Hold a primary medical qualification recognised by the Singapore Medical Council.
Doctors with conditional or temporary registration must have a letter of recommendation from their Head of Department.
When is the first intake and how many intakes does LKCMedicine plan to have and when?
The first intake starts in late July 2018. There will be one intake for each academic year (each academic year runs from August to July the following year).
How and when do I apply for your school’s annual intake?
The online application commences from January to April annually. Each submitted application must be accompanied by an online non-refundable application fee of S$50. To apply, click here.
I accepted the admissions offer but realised I am not able to attend the programme. Can I get a deferment?
Successful applicants are allowed one deferment before course commencement. Each deferment is for a period of one Academic Year (i.e. one intake).
What are the supporting documents required for admission?
After successfully completing the online admission application and paying the application fee, please email your supporting documents to gradprog_LKCMedicine@ntu.edu.sg. The supporting documents have to be submitted before the application deadline. Please refer to the following list of supporting documents (original documents should be produced at a later date upon request).
1. Online application Form
2. Documents to be uploaded during the online application:
a. One recent passport size photo
b. NRIC, Citizenship Certificate or Passport (for foreigners)
c. Official transcripts (MBBS)
- Official translation in English (if not in English)
- Original Language (scanned copy)
d. Bachelor's Degree Certificate (MBBS)
- Official translation in English (if not in English)
- Original Language (scanned copy)
e. Curriculum Vitae
f. SMC practising certificate
When do I find out the outcome of my application?
Candidates will receive an email notification from the School between end of May to end June to inform them if they have been offered a place.
How do I accept my offer of admission?
If you are offered a place, you have to accept your offer online. The School will send you an email acknowledgement and an offer letter with admission details via email or post.
Can I take a leave-of-absence if I am not able to complete the programme?
Yes, you can. You will join the next intake and continue the programme from where you stopped.
Can I withdraw from the programme after accepting the offer?
Yes, you can withdraw from the programme by sending an email to the School administrator. Withdrawal from the programme via email can only be done before matriculation (and before the commencement of the programme).
Miscellaneous
Are there information sessions I can attend to learn more about the GDSM programme?
Yes. There will be information sessions for prospective applicants to attend before the close of the application period.
Who do I contact if I have questions?
If you have any questions, please email us at gradprog_LKCMedicine@ntu.edu.sg or call us on (+65) 6904 7153.