Course Details

Bachelor of Biotechnology (Hons)

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Description

This programme provides training in the paractical application of organisms, or their cellular components, to manufacturing, service industries and environmental management. It provides sound training in core Molecular Biosciences (Biochemistry,Genetics, Microbiology, Molecular Biology and Immunology), leading to different areas of Biotechnology. Compulsory Biotechnology projects as well as internships with biotechnology and molecular bioscience companies will further enhance the employability of graduates.

Field of Study

Science (Life Science, Physical Science, Applied Science)

Duration (Years)

3

Course Fees

RM 83,511 (USD 19,884)

MQA No.

A7640

Degree Type

Twinning Program
Intake (Month)

January; May; August

A-Level

Minimum grade D (NGMP 2.0) in 2 subjects and possess SPM /O-Level with 3 credits in Mathematics, 1 science subject and 1 any other subject, or its equivalent
UEC

Pass UEC with 5 subjects at grade B including Mathematics and 1 science subject
Matriculation/Foundation

Matriculation / Foundation / Pre-University Programme with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, or its equivalent, and possess SPM with 3 credit in Mathematics, 1 science subject and 1 any other subject, or its equivalent.
SPM/STPM

Minimum grade C (NGMP 2.0) in any 2 subjects, or its equivalent; and possess SPM with 3 credits in Mathematics, 1 science subject and 1 any other subject, or its equivalent
Other

Other equivalent qualifications as recognised by the government of Malaysia
Direct Entry to Year 2 of Degree

Diploma
Diploma (Level 4, MQF) in related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, or its equivalent.
English Requirements

IELTS 5.0

Year 1

Biology of Organisms

Chemistry 1

Chemistry 2

Introduction to Biotechnology

Mathematics & Statistics

Molecular & Cell Biology

Organisation & Management
Year 2

Analysis of Genetic Inheritance

Biochemistry of Biomolecules & Enzymes

Bioinstrumentation & Analytical Techniques

Biotechnology Laboratory 1

Cell & Tissue Culture

Cellular & Metabolic Biochemistry

Chromosomes, Gene Regulation & Evolution

Fermentation Technology

Immunology

Microbiology

Recombinant DNA Technology
Year 3

Agrobiotechnology

Bioethics

Bioinformatics

Biotechnology Laboratory 2

Biotechnology Laboratory 3

Biotechnology Practice

Biotechnology Project

Environmental Biotechnology

Industrial Biotechnology

Internship

Medical Biotechnology

Methods & Skills in Research
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Bahasa Kebangsaan A

Community Service & Co-curriculum

Corporate Social Responsibility

Ethnic Relations (Local students) / Communicating in Malay 2 (International students)

Islamic & Asian Civilisation (Local students) / Malaysian Studies 3 (International students)

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