Bachelor of Science (Honours) Biomedical Science
Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)
Kampar, Perak, Malaysia
Quick Facts
Duration
3.5 years
Mode
Full-time, On-campus
Intake
Feb, Jun, Oct
Tuition Fees
RM55,250
Course Highlights
- Ranked #109 in QS Asia University Rankings 2026 and #301-350 in THE Asia University Rankings 2026
- One of Malaysia's leading private universities that offer accessible and affordable programmes
- Produced over 79,000 graduates since its inaugural convocation in 2005
Course Structure
- Anatomy and Physiology I
- Anatomy and Physiology II
- Basic Laboratory Skills and Management for Bioscience
- Biochemistry and Metabolism
- Biostatistics and Basic Epidemiology
- Cell Biology
- Digital Technologies and Applications
- Elective II
- MPU1
- MPU1
- National Language/Other Languages
- Principles of Nutrition
- Clinical Biochemistry
- Co-curriculum
- English for Science
- Essential Pathology
- Genetics
- Haematology and Transfusion Science
- Immunology
- Instrumentation for Biomedical
- Microbiology
- Molecular Biology
- Research Seminar in Biomedical Science
- Sun Zi's Art of War and Business Strategies
- Toxicology
- Elective I
- Elective III
- Industrial Training
- Medical Genomics
- Oncology
- Pharmacology
- Virology
- Elective IV
- Medical Microbiology and Parasitology
- Project
- Proteins and Proteomics
- Recombinant DNA Technology
Elective I (Choose 1):
- Introduction to Political Science
- Introduction to Sociology
Elective II (Choose 1):
- Experiential Research Skills (ERS)
- Management Principles
- Organisation and Human Resource
Elective III (Choose 1):
- Ethics and Contemporary Social Issues
- Interpersonal Communication
Elective IV (Choose 1):
- Animal Tissue Culture
- Endocrinology
- Neurobiology
Entry Requirements
- STPM: Minimum GPA of 2.33 in 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry OR Physics/Mathematics
- A Level: Minimum Grade D in 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry OR Physics/Mathematics
- UEC: Grade B in 5 relevant subjects including 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry OR Physics/Mathematics
- South Australian Matriculation (SAM): Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) 70 and Grade B in 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry OR Physics/Mathematics
- Canadian Pre-University (CPU): Average of 70% in 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry OR Physics/Mathematics (with another 4 subjects of average 70%)
- Foundation in Science, UTAR: Minimum GPA of 2.33 in 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry OR Physics/Mathematics
- Foundation from other Institutions of Higher Learning with a minimum GPA of 2.33 in 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry OR Physics/Mathematics
- Matriculation Certificate, Ministry of Education with a minimum GPA of 2.33 in 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry OR Physics/Mathematics
- Diploma from Institutions of Higher Learning in the relevant field with a minimum CGPA of 2.75
- Diploma from Institutions of Higher Learning in the relevant field with CGPA below 2.75 and a minimum of 3 years (36 months) working experience in the related field
- Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government with a minimum GPA of 2.33 in 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry OR Physics/Mathematics
- MUET: Band 3
- IELTS: 5.5
- TOEFL: 550
- TOEFL iBT: 46
- PTE: 51
- Cambridge English: 160
- Linguaskill: 160
- *NOT applicable for qualifications conducted fully in English language conducted fully in English language BUT must have a pass in SPM English language
Estimated Fees
Application fees (non-refundable)
RM0
Tuition fees
RM55,250
Other miscellaneous fees
RM4,650
Discounts & scholarships
-RM500
Total payable amount
RM59,400
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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
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