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Diploma in Built Environment Studies

The Diploma in Building Services Management prepares individuals for entry-level roles in facilities and property management. This program combines technical knowledge with essential soft skills, enabling graduates to excel in real-world scenarios.

Program Highlights

  • Duration: 8 months of coursework plus a 6-month industrial attachment.
  • Intakes: Monthly, from January to December.
  • Delivery Mode: Blended learning, including classroom sessions, self-study, group work, and coursework.

Curriculum Overview

This diploma program equips students with a broad understanding of building services, covering key areas such as:

  • Communication Skills: Enhancing professional communication for diverse workplace settings.
  • Career Readiness: Exploring career paths and networking with industry professionals.
  • Construction Plans and Drawings: Interpreting architectural and structural plans.
  • Electrical Services: Understanding electrical systems and intelligent building technologies.
  • Plumbing and Sanitary Systems: Mastering the design, installation, and maintenance of plumbing systems.
  • Air-Conditioning Systems: Learning refrigeration principles and air distribution system management.
  • Vertical Transportation: Gaining insights into lift and escalator systems maintenance.
  • Fire Safety: Exploring active and passive fire safety measures and regulations.
  • Workplace Safety and Health (WSH): Covering key principles and legal requirements for workplace safety.

Industrial Attachment

The program includes a 24-week internship, offering hands-on experience in facilities management. Interns will:

  • Learn about construction technologies and materials.
  • Understand maintenance of building mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Familiarize themselves with workplace safety regulations.


Career Opportunities
Graduates of this program are well-positioned for high-demand roles, such as:

  • Facilities Manager: Overseeing operations and maintenance of buildings.
  • Maintenance Supervisor: Managing routine building maintenance and repairs.
  • Hotel Engineer: Ensuring efficient operation of hotel facilities.
  • Building Services Coordinator: Handling service contracts and compliance.
  • Property Officer: Managing residential or commercial properties.

These roles offer opportunities in industries like hospitality, commercial property management, and public infrastructure.

Admission Criteria

  • Academic Requirements: At least a pass in 3 GCE 'O' Level subjects or equivalent qualifications.
  • Language Proficiency: C6 in GCE 'O' Level English or equivalent qualifications, or a pass in the college’s English placement test.
  • Mature Candidates: Applicants aged 30+ with at least 8 years of relevant work experience may also apply.

Assessment & Attendance

  • Attendance Requirements: 90% for student pass holders, 75% for non-pass holders.
  • Assessment Criteria: Minimum passing mark of 40% per module.

Why Choose This Program?

This diploma bridges the gap between theoretical learning and practical application, ensuring graduates are job-ready for the growing demands of the building services industry.

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