Singapore - A Singapore polytechnic is starting a diploma programme in logistics management in a partnership with Wuhan University of Science and Technology, a published report said on Thursday.

Ngee Ann Polytechnic's principal Chia Mia Chiang said the partnership with the prestigious university in China would help Ngee Ann expand its global presence.

The facility is exploring simiar partnerships with universities in other Chinese cities, as well as those in India and Vietnam.

Wuhan University's vice-president Ma Jihua told The Straits Times that 120 students would be recruited for the inaugural programme.

There is "great demand for trained professionals to support a growing logistics industry," he was quoted as saying.

The course at the university in Hubei province will be taught mainly in English by the polytechnic's lecturers.

At the end of the three-year programme, students will be awarded diplomas from both schools.

Ngee Ann's Chia said business and tourism-related courses could come next. (dpa)