Bachelor of Science (Honours) Agricultural Science

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

3 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Jan, Jun, Oct

Tuition Fees

RM54,300

Course Highlights

  • Learn the principles and applications of science, management and breeding of animal and plant production, agribusiness, land and water management, digitalisation of agriculture and agricultural-related systems analysis
  • UTAR provides facilities and land dedicated for this programme which is known as the UTAR Agriculture Park to support your learning in terms of field work and hands-on experiments
  • Join field visits to real industry sectors such as the oil palm plantation, fruits and vegetables farms, fish or prawn hatchery centre, goat and poultry farms and others to enhance learning exposure and fun learning experiences
  • Gain the opportunity for international exposure in terms of a student exchange or internship in renowned agriculture-related universities such as National Pingtung University of Science and Technology and National Cheng Kung University (NCKU)

Entry Requirements

  • STPM: A minimum of Grade C (GP 2.00) in 2 subjects
  • STAM: A minimum grade of Jayyid
  • A Level: A minimum of Grade D in 2 subjects
  • UEC: Grade B in 5 subjects
  • SAM: Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) 70 and Grade B in 2 subjects
  • CPU: An average of 70% in 6 subjects
  • International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma: Diploma with a minimum of 24 points (excluding bonus points)
  • TVET Diplomas: Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (DKM) / Diploma Vokasional Malaysia (DVM) / Diploma Lanjutan Kemahiran Malaysia (DLKM)
    • 1. Must be fully accredited by MQA
    • 2. At least CGPA of 2.50 or CGPA of 2.00 and above but less than 2.50 with at least 2 years work experience in relevant field, subject to Senate / Academic Board’s approval
    • 3. Applicants will be required to pass the admission screening process conducted by the faculty and undergo the Bridging programme, if necessary, during the period of their study in addition to the existing curriculum structure
    • 4. Credit transfer can be considered on a case-to-case basis and subject to existing credit transfer policies which are in effect
  • UTAR Foundation,Matriculation / Foundation from other Institutions of Higher Learning,Diploma (Level 4, MQF) in the relevant field:
    • Minimum CGPA of 2.00
  • Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government as equivalent to the above requirements

Note:

  • **The credit requirement at SPM Level can be waived should the grades obtained at STPM/ STAM/ Diploma/ Matriculation/ Foundation level are equivalent/higher

Malaysian applicants with STPM/UEC/qualifications not conducted fully in English must have a

  • SPM: Credit in English language OR
  • O-Level: Grade C in English OR
  • UEC: Grade B in English OR
  • MUET: Band 3.5 OR
  • IELTS: Band 5.0 OR
  • TOEFL: 40(iBT)/7.5(Essentials) / PTE 47 OR
  • Cambridge English 154/100(OET)/ELS CIEP Level 107/HEET 6 (NOT applicable for A-Level/SAM/CPU or entry qualifications conducted fully in English BUT must have a pass in English language at SPM level / equivalent)
  • Those who do not meet the above English language requirements but obtain a pass in English language at SPM level / equivalent are required to take the Intensive English Programme and pass CEFR B2 before joining the Bachelor's degree programme

Course Structure

  • Agricultural Chemistry
  • Agricultural Policy
  • Agro-Biodiversity
  • Basic Laboratory Skills for Bioscience
  • Computer Systems and Applications
  • Ecology
  • Elective I
  • Elective II
  • Elective III
  • English for Science
  • Introduction to Animal Science
  • MPU1
  • National Language/Other Language
  • Plant Biology
  • Principles and Practices of Aquaculture
  • Sun Zi's Art of War and Business Strategies
  • Agricultural Biotechnology
  • Agricultural Genetics
  • Agriculture Pest Management
  • Biostatistics
  • Cell and Tissue Culture Techniques
  • Co-Curriculum
  • Toxicology
  • Industrial Training
  • Microbiology
  • MPU1
  • Research Methodology
  • Soil Science
  • Aquatic Hatchery Technology
  • Co-Curriculum
  • Crop Production Farm Animal Breeding and Reproduction Technology
  • Farm Management and Mechanization
  • Project
  • Weed Science Choose 1 Major Elective only
  • Agronomy
  • Elective VII
  • Choose 1 Course in Trimester 2 & 3
  • Elective VIII
  • Choose 1 Course in Trimester 2 & 3
  • Aquaculture
  • Elective IX
  • Choose 1 Course in Trimester 2 & 3
  • Elective X
  • Choose 1 Course in Trimester 2 & 3
  • Animal Science
  • Elective XI
  • Choose 1 Course in Trimester 2 & 3
  • Elective XII
  • Choose 1 Course in Trimester 2 & 3

Elective I (Choose 1): 

  • Interpersonal Communication 
  • Organisation and Human Resource 

Elective II (Choose 1): 

  • Culture and Communication 
  • Introduction to Sociology 

Elective III (Choose 1): 

  • Entrepreneurship 
  • Management Principles 
  • Leadership and Team Building 
  • Organisational Behaviour

Elective VII (Choose 2): 

  • Agricultural and Food Industrial 
  • Waste Management 
  • Economic Botany 
  • Horticulture Plant Pathology 
  • Post-Harvest Technology

Elective VIII (Choose 2): 

  • Agribusiness 
  • Food Safety and Quality Assurance 
  • Fundamental of Supply Chain Management 
  • Plant Breeding 

Elective IX (Choose 2): 

  • Agribusiness 
  • Aquatic Reproduction Technology 
  • Food Safety and Quality Assurance 
  • Fundamental of Supply Chain Management

Elective XI (Choose 2): 

  • Agricultural and Food Industrial Waste Management 
  • Farm Animal Feed and Nutrition 
  • Farm Animal Production and Management 
  • Post-Harvest Technology Production of Farm Animal Products 

Elective XII (Choose 2): 

  • Agribusiness 
  • Aquatic Reproduction Technology 
  • Food Safety and Quality Assurance 
  • Fundamental of Supply Chain Management

Estimated Fees

Application fees (non-refundable)

RM0

Tuition fees

RM54,300

Other miscellaneous fees

RM3,600

Discounts & scholarships

-RM500

  • Exclusive
  • Discount

Total payable amount

RM57,400

You save RM500 when you apply with EduAdvisor!

Scholarships

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)

Kampar, Perak

UTAR Scholarship for Top Achievers (Undergraduate)

Amount

Up to 100% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)

Kampar, Perak

UTAR - UEC Scholarship

Amount

Tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)

Kampar, Perak

UTAR Sports & Talent Scholarship

Amount

Up to 100% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Foundation, Bachelor's Degree

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)

Kampar, Perak

Tan Sri (Dr.) Lim Goh Tong - UTAR Scholarship Fund

Amount

Up to 100% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Foundation, Bachelor's Degree

Login

Email
Password