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

RM121,080

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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

Year 1

Common Core

Introduction to Biotechnology
Fundamentals 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

Year 2

Common Core

Crop Biotechnology
Animal Biotechnology
Bioprocess Technology
Applications of Bioinformatics
Research and Laboratory Management
Trends in Applied and Synthetic Biotechnology
Understanding Entrepreneurialism

Year 3

Common Core

Research Project
Industrial Training

Overview

University Core

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

Electives

Flexible Education

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. Some of the suggested Minors are as stated below:

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.

Recommended Packages

Psychology
Education
Creative Media Design

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):
- Pass in UEC with Min 5Bs, including Mathematics and one Science subject.
- Candidates without a Grade B in Mathematics and one Science subject may be admitted if the candidate has a credit in Mathematics 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.

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.

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

English Requirements

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
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

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