Bachelor of Biotechnology (Honours)

Taylor's University

Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

3 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Feb, Apr, Sep

Tuition Fees

RM115,044

Course Highlights

  • Strategic links with industry members and professional bodies foster strong platforms for research and industrial attachments
  • Get an internationally recognised curriculum with the option to transfer overseas to established universities in the UK, Canada or Australia
  • Uses cutting-edge Nanome VR, whereby you can interact with protein structures in 3D, thus giving you an edge in understanding and drug design
  • Grow with the support of Taylor’sphere, a well-balanced ecosystem and community that nurtures your intellect, craft and practical wisdom

Course Structure

  • Introduction to Biotechnology
  • Fundamental of Chemistry
  • Introduction to Microbiology
  • Cell Biology
  • Principles of Biochemistry
  • Principle of Genetics
  • Molecules from Nature: Biodiversity and Natural Products
  • Techniques and Instrumentation in Biotechnology
  • Introduction to Biostatistics
  • Crop Biotechnology
  • Animal Biotechnology
  • Bioprocess Technology
  • Applications of Bioinformatics
  • Research and Laboratory Management
  • Trends in Applied and Synthetic Biotechnology
  • Understanding Entrepreneurialism
  • Research Project
  • Industrial Training

MPU

  • Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
  • Falsafah dan Isu Semasa
  • Emotional Intelligence in Action
  • Kursus Integriti Dan Antirasuah
  • Social Innovation Project

Note: Students are requested to take Bahasa Kebangsaan A if they do not obtain a Credit for Bahasa Malaysia in SPM

You will need to choose one of the packages below

1. Minor: You will need to select any Minor packages offered by Taylor's University. We have provided some suggested Minors below

  • Finance
  • International Business
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Pharmacology
  • Nutrition with Wellness
  • Mass Communication
  • Journalism
  • Education
  • Business Analytics
  • Web Technology
  • Sustainable Food Systems

AND Choose any TWO (2) Free Electives offered by Taylor’s University

2. Second Major: You will need to choose any Second Major package offered by Taylor’s University. We have provided some suggested Majors below

  • Psychology
  • Mass Communication
  • Education
  • Information Technology

3. Extension: You will need to choose any ONE (1)  Extension offered by Taylor’s University

  • Pharmaceutical Biotechnology

4. Free Electives: You will need to select any seven (7) of the Free Electives offered by Taylor's University

Note: Modules offered are subject to availability and you will need to meet the minimum module pre and co-requisite.

Entry Requirements

  • Taylor's Foundation in Science (FIS): Pass with min. CGPA 2.00
  • Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM): Pass STPM with min. of Grade C (GPA 2.00) in any two (2) subjects, or its equivalent
  • Unified Examination Certificate (UEC): A Pass in UEC with Min 5Bs including Mathematics and one Science subject
    (Candidates without a Grade B in Mathematic and one Science subject may be admitted if the candidate has a credit in Mathematic and one Science subject at SPM or equivalent level)
  • A Level: Min. DD for 2 subjects
  • AUSMAT (SACEi) Min. ATAR 60
  • Canadian Pre-University (CPU): Min. average of 60% in 6 subjects
  • International Baccalaureate (IB): Min. 24 points based on 6 subjects
  • Matriculation in Science: Min. CGPA 2.00
  • Monash University Foundation Year (MUFY): Overall 50%

Other Qualifications 

  • Students with other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis
  • Application via APEL A is allowed

Prerequisites

  • SPM/O Level with Pre U/Foundation: Pass SPM/O level or equivalent with 5 credits in Mathematics and one science subject for entry with pre-university/foundation qualification. (Except for UEC)
  • SPM/O Level with Diploma: Pass SPM with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject and one any other subject for entry with Diploma qualification

Note: The credit requirement at SPM level for candidate can be waived should the grades obtained at the STPM / STAM / Diploma / Matriculation / Foundation level are equivalent/higher.

Local Students

  • IELTS, TOEFL, MUET, UEC English: Pass English
  • Taylor's EET: Overall score 5.0
  • Taylor's IEN Level 2: Grade C
  • Pre-University / Diploma: Completed Pre-University / Diploma that was conducted in English
  • Cambridge English / ELS: The minimum score varies by programme

International Students

  • IELTS: Band 5.5
  • TOEFL iBT: 46
  • PTE: 51 
  • Linguaskill: 160
  • Pre-University / Foundation in Science: Completed Pre-University / Foundation in Science programme that was conducted in English
  • Cambridge English / ELS: The minimum score varies by programme

 

Estimated Fees

Application fees (non-refundable)

RM650

Tuition fees

RM115,044

Other miscellaneous fees

RM60

Total payable amount

RM115,754

Other savings

Up to RM8,000

  • Bursary

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