Quick Facts
Duration
3 years
Mode
Full-time, On-campus
Intake
Feb, Apr, Sep
Tuition Fees
RM121,080
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
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
Common Core
- Crop Biotechnology
- Animal Biotechnology
- Bioprocess Technology
- Applications of Bioinformatics
- Research and Laboratory Management
- Trends in Applied and Synthetic Biotechnology
- Understanding Entrepreneurialism
Common Core
- Research Project
- Industrial Training
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
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:
- Finance
- International Business
- Management
- Marketing
- Pharmacology
- Nutrition with Wellness
- Education
- Business Analytics
- Web Technology
- Mass Communication
- Sustainable Food Systems
- Journalism and Media Practice
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
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
Estimated Fees
Application fees (non-refundable)
RM650
Tuition fees
RM121,080
Other miscellaneous fees
RM60
Total payable amount
RM121,790
Other savings
Up to RM8,000