Quick Facts
Duration
1 year
Mode
Full-time, On-campus
Intake
Feb, May, Sep
Tuition Fees
RM19,800
Course Highlights
- iThis programme, interdisciplinary and comprehensive in nature, will provide you with a strong science and mathematical (STEM) background to start with
- Drawing from academia and industry, learning takes place in varied forms, from labs to fields and industrial visits, aided by top-notch facilities and resources and delivered by distinguished teaching faculty made up of professors who are prominent industry experts
- The special focus on core disciplines will advance your understanding and help you transition smoothly into your chosen degree study, be it in Biotechnology, Food Science and Nutrition or Aquatic Science
- Ranked #269 in the world and top 1% globally in the QS World University Rankings 2026
Course Structure
Compulsory Courses
- General Chemistry 1
- General Chemistry 2
- General Biology 1
- General Biology 2
- General Physics 1
- Introduction to IR4.0 Technologies for Sustainable Development
- Fundamentals of Mathematics
- Introduction to Probability & Statistics
- Algebra & Trigonometry
- Introductory Calculus
- Computing Essentials
Electives Courses (choose any 3)
- Introduction to Pharmacy
- Introduction to Formulation Science
- Biotech & Forensics: the Science that Drives Life
- Food & Nutrition: Journey Towards Health
- Current Topics in Aquaculture
- Role of Engineers in Society
- Elementary Engineering Design
Entry Requirements
- SPM/O-level/equivalent: Minimum 5 credits (inclusive of Mathematics and 1 Science subject)
- UEC: Minimum Grade B in 3 subjects (inclusive of Mathematics and 1 Science subject)
- Other qualifications/ Polytechnic certificates authorized by Malaysian government: Admission on a case-by-case basis
- UEC English Language: Minimum grade of A2
- MUET: Band 2
- TOEFL: 30-31
- IELTS: 4.0
- O-Level or IGCSE or SPM English 1119: Grade C
- CEFR: Grade B1 (with at least 2 skills at B1)
- Cambridge English Qualification*:140
- Cambridge Linguaskill*: 140
- Pearson Test*: 36
- *Exempted from SE004 Basic English and SE005 English Foundation.
Other equivalent qualifications can be exempted on a case-by-case basis. - Candidates who scored lower than B+ in SPM English Language or than the above requirement will have to take the SE004 Basic English subject before taking the SE005 English Foundation subject in the foundation year.
Estimated Fees
Application fees (non-refundable)
RM400
RM200
Tuition fees
RM19,800
Other miscellaneous fees
RM3,230
Discounts & scholarships
-RM300
Total payable amount
RM22,930
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