BSc (Hons) Biotechnology

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. 

Courses Offered

Year 1

• 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

Year 2

• 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

Year 3

• 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

General Courses (MPU) are compulsory for all students.

U1

For Malaysian students:

1. Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations (Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban)
2. Philosophy and Contemporary Issues (Falsafah dan Isu Semasa)

For foreign students:

1. Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
2. Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3 (Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3)