This exciting and innovative biology degree incorporates behavioural sciences to make it more relevant, relatable, and applicable. With 75% of the subjects focusing on biology, graduates will be equipped with a strong foundation to further their studies in postgraduate level in the area of neuroscience, and in clinical or pharmaceutical research.
Alongside academic studies, there will also be opportunities to develop research skills and practical experience through working on innovative independent research project during the final year.
You will also gain valuable experience working in various healthcare industries during the internship component. These skills will give you an edge, opening up career opportunities in the healthcare sector, pharmaceutical industry, food industries, environmental consultancy and related disciplines, as well as academia.
This degree is validated by Lancaster University and upon successful completion of the programme, graduates are awarded two certificates; one from Sunway University and another from Lancaster University.
Science (Life Science, Physical Science, Applied Science)
3
RM 77,300 (USD 18,405)
FA2014
Internal Degree
January, March & August
Minimum 14 points
Maximum 24 points from 5 subjects (all Grade Bs excluding Chinese and non-academic subjects)
Australian Matriculation ATAR 65
Canadian Matriculation 65%
Monash University Foundation Year 65%
Sunway Foundation in Arts
Sunway Foundation in Science Technology CGPA 2.5
Average B- or CGPA 2.67 (Minimum 2 principals)
International Baccalaureate Completed with minimum 26 points (excluding bonus points)
Specific Requirements
Pass 2 science subjects OR have experience/strong interest in biological sciences.
Note: Any other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Other Qualifications
Any other equivalent qualifications
Applicant with no standard qualification will be considered on a case-to-case basis
TOEFL 550 paper-based, 213 computer-based, 80 internet-based
IELTS 6.0
PTE Academic 50 overall (minimum 46 in each skill)
MUET Band 5
SPM English A2 or A-
UEC English B3
O-Level English (1119) B3
Sunway Intensive English Programme (IEP) Pass Level 4 with minimum 65%
ESL/English Satisfactory level in Pre-University programmes, where the medium of instruction is English
Cell Biology
Human Anatomy
Human Physiology
Impact of Microbes on Human Life
Principles of Genetics
Introduction to Organic Chemistry
Introduction to Psychology I
Introduction to Psychology II
English for Life Sciences
Communication Skills
Biochemistry
Biodiversity
Human Molecular Genetics
Medical Microbiology
Social & Professional Responsibilities
Abnormal Psychology
Biological Psychology
Cognitive Psychology
Sensation & Perception
Social Psychology
Developmental Psychology
Bioinformatics
Immunology
Neurobiology
Research & Publications
Research Project
Internship
Health and Safety in Laboratory Management
Islamic and Asian Civilisation
Ethnic Relations
Community Service
Bahasa Kebangsaan A (applicable to students who did not sit for SPM or did not obtain a Credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu)
Malay Language for Communication 2
Malaysian Studies 3
Community Service