Overview
As one of the first Biotechnology education providers in the Malaysian private higher education sector, we have numerous strategic tie-ups with some of the world's biggest companies in science. This opens doors for students and staff through technology transfers, internship opportunities, numerous site visits..., industry talks on campus, and, of course, job opportunities. Versatility is a hallmark of the programme. As a student of this programme, you will be addressing critical issues in biotechnology through the study of genetic engineering, pharmacology, fermentation technology, among others. You will complement your abiding interests in science with the market sense to translate academic mastery into business opportunities. And with a firm footing in both fields, doors will open wherever you go.
* This programme received a 100% graduate employability score in the Ministry of Higher Education’s Graduate Employability 2022. (Source: ge.mohe.gov.my/)
Assessments
Coursework percentage: 60%, written examination percentage: 40%
Academic Requirements
UCSI Foundation in Science or equivalent in Malaysia
Minimum CGPA 2.00 and Possess SPM with 3 credits inclusive of Mathematics and one science subject
National matriculation
Minimum CGPA 2.00 and Possess SPM with 3 credits inclusive of Mathematics and one science subject
STPM
Minimum GPA 2.00 in any two (2) subjects and Possess SPM with 3 credits inclusive of Mathematics and one science subject
UEC
Minimum Grade B in five (5) subjects, inclusive of:
- Mathematics
- One Science subject
OR Minimum Grade B in 5 subjects and Possess SPM with 3 credits inclusive of Mathematics and one science subject
A-levels
Minimum Grade D in any two (2) subjects and Possess SPM with 3 credits inclusive of Mathematics and one science subject
Australian High/Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12) - SAM/AUSMAT/ SACE/ TEE/ NTCE/WACE
Minimum ATAR 60% or minimum 60% average in five (5) subjects inclusive of:
- Mathematics
- One Science subject
Canadian Grade 12 – CPU/CIMP
Minimum average of 60% in six (6) subjects, inclusive of:
- Mathematics
- One Science subject
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Minimum score of 26/42 from six (6) subjects, inclusive of:
- Mathematics
- One Science subject
Diploma/Advanced Diploma in related field
Minimum CGPA 2.00
Other qualifications recognized by the Malaysian government
Admission: Case by case basis
English Language Requirements
For Local Students
SPM English language
B+CEFR
Low B1English language 1119/O-Level English/IGCSE
CUEC English Language
A2MUET
Band 3- In the event that the English language requirements are not met, applicants will be required to take the Basic English and English Foundation for in-sessional academic enhancement concurrently with the programme.
For International Students
IELTS
Score of 5.0Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests
154TOEFL
42Pearson Test of English
47MUET
Band 3CEFR
Low B1- International applicants who do not meet the respective academic programme’s English Language Requirement will need to improve their proficiency by enrolling into the English for Tertiary Education programme (R/KJP/00920-00929) which helps them prepare for attaining a required band score. Placement into the various levels of the English for Tertiary Education programme depends on the English Language qualification students have at the point of admission and/or the outcome of the English Placement Test. Exemptions from the University English Language requirements can be granted if the following corresponding requirements are fulfilled: i. Internal transfer applicants who have already fulfilled the University English Language requirements. ii. Applicants who have an academic qualification from a higher learning institution which uses the English Language as a medium of instruction. The applicants who have met the respective academic programme’s English Language Requirements may be advised by the Faculty to improve their proficiency by undertaking the additional English proficiency courses.
- University Life (MPU-U2)
- Integriti dan Anti-Rasuah (Integrity and Anti-Corruption) (MPU-U2)
- Chemistry for Applied Sciences
- Biomolecular Structure & Function
- Fundamental Techniques in Applied Sciences
- Biochemistry: Principles & Experiments
- Microbiology
- Molecular Cell Biology
- Introduction to Biomaterials
- Extra-curricular Learning Experience 1 (MPU-U4)
- Co-Operative Placement 1
- Analytical Chemistry
- Immunology
- Biocatalysts & Biosensors
- Research Methods & Data Analysis
- Animal Cell Culture Technology
- Plant Biotechnology & Genetics
- Introduction to Programming
- Pharmacology
- Extra-curricular Learning Experience 2 (MPU-U4)
- Co-Operative Placement 2
Elective 1 (Choose one)
- Food Chemistry
- Food Processing & Packaging
- Food Microbiology
- Entrepreneurship for Applied Sciences
- Fundamentals of Marketing
- Fundamental of Management
- Introduction to Public Speaking
- Ecology & Sustainability
- Environmental Monitoring & Assessment
- Conservation & Management of Aquatic Resources
- Current Topics in Aquatic Science
- Aquatic Pollution & Toxicology
- Tools in Genetic Engineering
- Bioinformatics
- Environmental Biotechnology & Sustainability
- Human Genetics
- Bioeconomy & commercialization
- Fermentation Technology & Downstream Processing
- Bioprocess Engineering
- Extra-curricular Learning Experience 3 (MPU-U4)
- Co-Operative Placement 3
- Biotechnology Research Project 1
- Biotechnology Research Project 2
Elective 2 & 3 (Choose two)
- Food Chemistry
- Food Processing & Packaging
- Food Microbiology
- Entrepreneurship for Applied Sciences
- Fundamentals of Marketing
- Fundamental of Management
- Introduction to Public Speaking
- Ecology & Sustainability
- Environmental Monitoring & Assessment
- Conservation & Management of Aquatic Resources
- Current Topics in Aquatic Science
- Aquatic Pollution & Toxicology
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations (Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban)
- Philosophy and Contemporary Issues (Falsafah dan Isu Semasa)
- Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
- Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3 (Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3)
Biotechnology graduate can readily apply his/her knowledge and expertise in the following areas:
- Research and Development (R&D) in research institutes; universities; agricultural, clinical and forensic laboratories
- Quality control and quality assurance of pharmaceutical, health care and other industrial products
- Clinical research co-ordination in hospitals and pharmaceutical firms
- Bioinformatics Computational Analysis
- Other career opportunities in
- Management
- Intellectual Property (IP) and Patent Law
- Sales and support services for the biotechnology industry, ecology, waste management and environmental pollution control
- Venture capitalist business
- Biotechnology technopreneurships
Biotechnology is the application of biological knowledge to the development of products that can improve various aspects of life such as health, food supply, environment and general well-being. Examples of biotechnology application in the field of medicine include diagnosis of genetic diseases, and production of medicinal pharmaceutical preparations such as vaccines. In additional, biotechnology can also be broadly applied in non-medical areas such as production of transgenic crops in the agriculture sector, and DNA fingerprinting for criminal investigation.
The Ninth Malaysian Plan states the Government's intention to make Malaysia a biotechnology hub. In its quest to be a major biotech player in the region, the government launched the National Biotechnology Policy (NBP) in April 2005. This saw the creation of the Malaysia Biotech Corporation (MBC), a dedicated government agency to develop the industry.
The Policy is divided into three main phases; Phase I (2005-2010), Phase II (2010-2015), and Phase III (2016-2020). Phase I will focus on capacity building and the establishment of the Malaysian Biotech Corporation (MBC), the establishment of advisory and implementation councils, the education and training of knowledge workers, and the development of a legal and intellectual property (IP) framework. Phase I also focuses on the creation of jobs in the areas of agricultural biotechnology, healthcare biotechnology, industrial biotechnology, and bioinformatics. Phase II will emphasise on the business aspects, such as developing expertise in drug discovery and the development based on natural resources, new product development, and technology acquisition and licensing. Phase III will be based on the results achieved in the first two phases and bringing local biotech companies to international status.
Reference: www.bio.org
Local Students
Approximate Total Fees:
RM 99,400
International Students
Approximate Total Fees:
RM 112,302
Note: This is an estimated fee, as different countries have different visa processing charges and administrative fees. For more information, kindly refer to your region’s counselor for the detailed fee breakdown.