Bachelor of Science (Hons) Biotechnology

UCSI University

Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

3 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Feb, May, Sep

Tuition Fees

RM85,910

Dive into key areas such as genetic engineering, molecular diagnostics, fermentation technology, pharmacogenomics and computational biology, while also exploring how biotechnology can be applied to tackle global challenges in health, food security and the environment
This programme explores how tools like CRISPR-Cas gene editing, synthetic biology, next-generation sequencing and AI-driven bioinformatics are transforming sectors from healthcare to agriculture
Practical exposure is emphasised through hands-on lab work, technology transfer projects, industry collaborations and research initiatives, allowing you to work with the same methods and tools used by professionals in biopharmaceuticals, agribiotech and environmental biotech
UCSI’s partnerships with leading biotech and pharmaceutical companies open doors to signature co-operative placements, site visits, real-world project work and exposure to commercialisation pathways

UCSI Foundation in Science or equivalent in Malaysia: Minimum CGPA 2.00 and Possess SPM with 3 credits inclusive of Mathematics and one science subject
National matriculation: Minimum CGPA 2.00 and Possess SPM with 3 credits inclusive of Mathematics and one science subject
STPM: Minimum GPA 2.00 in any two (2) subjects and Possess SPM with 3 credits inclusive of Mathematics and one science subject
UEC: Minimum Grade B in five (5) subjects, inclusive of:
- Mathematics
- One Science subject
- OR Minimum Grade B in 5 subjects and Possess SPM with 3 credits inclusive of Mathematics and one science subject
A Level: Minimum Grade D in any two (2) subjects and Possess SPM with 3 credits inclusive of Mathematics and one science subject
Australian High/Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12) - SAM/AUSMAT/SACE/TEE/NTCE/WACE: Minimum ATAR 60% or minimum 60% average in five (5) subjects inclusive of:
- Mathematics
- One Science subject
Canadian Grade 12 - CPU/CIMP: Minimum average of 60% in six (6) subjects, inclusive of:
- Mathematics
- One Science subject
International Baccalaureate (IB): Minimum score of 26/42 from six (6) subjects, inclusive of:
- Mathematics
- One Science subject
Diploma/Advanced Diploma in related field
- Minimum CGPA 2.00
Other qualifications recognized by the Malaysian government Admission:
- Case by case basis

SPM English language: B+
CEFR: Low B1
English language 1119/O Level English/IGCSE: C
UEC English Language: A2
MUET: Band 3
*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.