Quick Facts
Duration
3 years
Mode
Full-time, On-campus
Intake
Feb, May, Sep
Tuition Fees
RM83,705
Course Highlights
- Explore core topics such as aquatic biodiversity and taxonomy, water quality and environmental monitoring, aquatic toxicology, ecosystem-based management and sustainable aquaculture practices
- Be empowered to tackle global water challenges, such as marine biodiversity loss, aquatic pollution, food security and climate resilience, and learn how to monitor fragile ecosystems, manage aquatic health and contribute to sustainable aquaculture and seafood systems
- Hands-on learning is at the heart of the programme, so you will participate in lab-based experiments, fieldwork in rivers, lakes and coastal areas and cooperative placements in aquaculture farms, environmental agencies or seafood companies
- Ranked #269 in the world and top 1% globally in the QS World University Rankings 2026
Course Structure
- University Life
- Biology
- Chemistry 1
- Chemistry 2
- Microbiology
- Structural Biochemistry
- Analytical Chemistry
- Fundamentals of Management
- Extra-curricular Learning Experience 1
- Cooperative Placement 1
- Religions in Malaysia/Business Law - Malaysian Perspective
- Aquatic Biodiversity and Taxonomy
- Current Topics in Aquatic Science
- Ecology and Sustainability
- Business Communication
- Aquaculture Operation and System
- Entrepreneurship for Applied Science
- Aquatic Pollution and Toxicology
- Statistics and its Applications
- Research Methodology, Safety and Ethics
- Extra-curricular Learning Experience 2
- Co-Operative Placement 2
Aquatic Health and Management:
- Extra-curricular Learning Experience 3
- Aquatic Science Research Project 1
- Conservation and Management of Aquatic Resources
- Molecular Cell Biology
- Recombinant Technology
- Aquatic Science Research Project 2
- Water and Wastewater Engineering
- Tools for Aquatic Resource Management
- Aquatic Diseases and Diagnostics
- Aquatic Science Research Project 3
- Co-Operative Placement 3
Free elective (select 2):
- Strategic Management
- Seafood Industry
- Introduction to Internet Technologies
- Operation Management (Choose either Aquatic Health and Management or Seafood Processing and Safety)
Seafood Processing and Safety:
- Extra-curricular Learning Experience 3
- Aquatic Science Research Project 1
- Halal and Food Legislation
- Food Chemistry
- Food Microbiology
- Aquatic Science Research Project 2
- Seafood Industry
- Food Processing and Packaging
- Food Safety and Quality Systems
- Product Development and Sensory Evaluation
- Aquatic Science Research Project 3
- Co-Operative Placement 3
Free elective (select 2):
- Strategic Management
- Introductory Accounting
- Internet in Practice
- Operation Management
Entry Requirements
- UCSI Foundation in Science or equivalent in Malaysia: Minimum CGPA 2.00
- National Matriculation: Minimum CGPA 2.80, inclusive of:
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Physics/Mathematics
- STPM: Minimum CGPA 2.00, inclusive of Grade Cs in:
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Physics/Mathematics
- UEC: Minimum Grade B in five (5) subjects, inclusive of:
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Physics/Mathematics
- A Level: Minimum Grade D in any two (2) of these subjects:
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Physics/Mathematics
- Australian High/Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12) - SAM/AUSMAT/SACE/TEE/NTCE/WACE: Minimum ATAR 60% or minimum 60% average five (5) subjects inclusive of:
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Physics/Mathematics
- Canadian Grade 12 - CPU/CIMP: Minimum average of 60% in 6 subjects inclusive of:
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Physics/Mathematics
- International Baccalaureate (IB): Minimum score of 26/42 from six (6) subjects, inclusive of:
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Physics/Mathematics
- Diploma/Advanced Diploma in related field: Minimum CGPA 2.00, inclusive of:
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Physics/Mathematics
- Other qualifications recognized by the Malaysian government Admission: Case by case basis
- SPM English language: B+
- UEC English Language: A2
- CEFR: Low B1
- MUET: Band 3
- English language 1119/O Level English/IGCSE: C
- In the event that the English language requirements are not met, applicants will be required to take the Basic English and English Foundation for in-sessional academic enhancement concurrently with the programme.
Estimated Fees
Application fees (non-refundable)
RM400
RM200
Tuition fees
RM83,705
Other miscellaneous fees
RM12,290
Discounts & scholarships
-RM300
Total payable amount
RM95,895
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