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
Jan, Jun, Oct
Tuition Fees
RM55,250
Course Highlights
- This programme offered by UTAR's Faculty of Science is an interdisciplinary programme with a combination of biology and pre-clinical sciences
- Gain an intellectually stimulating education in modern molecular, cellular, and systems biology and neuroscience
- You will be introduced to the latest cutting-edge technologies and technical procedures to analyse, diagnose and improve human health
- The faculty has invested heavily in modern scientific instruments which will allow you to acquire hands-on experience with modern instrumentation
Entry Requirements
- STPM:
- 1. A minimum GPA of 2.33 in any 2 of the following subjects:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics/Mathematics
- 2. MUET Band 3** or IELTS Band 5.5 / TOEFL 550 / TOEFL 46(iBT)/8(Essentials) / PTE 51 / Cambridge English 160/200(OET) / ELS CIEP 108
- 1. A minimum GPA of 2.33 in any 2 of the following subjects:
- A Level:
- A minimum of Grade D in any 2 of the following subjects
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics/Mathematics
- A minimum of Grade D in any 2 of the following subjects
- UEC:
- 1. Grade B in 5 subjects including any 2 of the following subjects:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics/Mathematics
- 2. MUET Band 3** or IELTS Band 5.5 / TOEFL 550 / TOEFL 46(iBT)/8(Essentials) / PTE 51 / Cambridge English 160/200(OET) / ELS CIEP 108
- 1. Grade B in 5 subjects including any 2 of the following subjects:
- SAM:
- Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) 70 and Grade B in any 2 of the following subjects:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics/Mathematics
- Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) 70 and Grade B in any 2 of the following subjects:
- CPU:
- An average of 70% in 6 subjects including any 2 of the following subjects::
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics/Mathematics
- An average of 70% in 6 subjects including any 2 of the following subjects::
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma:
- Diploma with a minimum of 28 points (excluding bonus points) and obtained a minimum of 4 points each in any 2 of the following subjects:
- Biology-HL
- Chemistry-HL
- Physics-HL/ Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation-HL/ Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches-HL
- Diploma with a minimum of 28 points (excluding bonus points) and obtained a minimum of 4 points each in any 2 of the following subjects:
- UTAR Foundation in Science,Matriculation / Foundation from other Institutions of Higher Learning:
- 1. A minimum GPA of 2.33 in any 2 of the following subjects:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics/Mathematics
- 2.MUET Band 3** or IELTS Band 5.5 / TOEFL 550 / TOEFL 46(iBT)/8(Essentials) / PTE 51 / Cambridge English 160/200(OET) / ELS CIEP 108. NOT applicable for qualifications conducted fully in English language BUT must have a pass in English at SPM level / equivalent
- 1. A minimum GPA of 2.33 in any 2 of the following subjects:
- Diploma (Level 4, MQF) in the relevant field:
- 1. Minimum CGPA of 2.75. If CGPA below 2.75, a minimum of 36 months(3 years) working experience in the related field is requied
- 2. MUET Band 3** or IELTS Band 5.5 / TOEFL 550 / TOEFL 46(iBT)/8(Essentials) / PTE 51 / Cambridge English 160/200(OET) / ELS CIEP 108. NOT applicable for qualifications conducted fully in English language BUT must have a pass in English at SPM level / equivalent
- Other relevant equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government as equivalent to the above requirements:
- 1. A minimum GPA of 2.33 in any 2 of the following subjects: :
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics/Mathematics
- 2. MUET Band 3** or IELTS Band 5.5 / TOEFL 550 / TOEFL 46(iBT)/8(Essentials) / PTE 51 / Cambridge English 160/200(OET) / ELS CIEP 108. NOT applicable for qualifications conducted fully in English language BUT must have a pass in English at SPM level / equivalent
- 1. A minimum GPA of 2.33 in any 2 of the following subjects: :
Note: **As per MQA Programme Standards
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 4.0 OR
- IELTS: Band 5.5 OR
- TOEFL: 46(iBT)/7.5(Essentials) / PTE 47 OR
- Cambridge English 160/200(OET)/ELS CIEP Level 108 (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)
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
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
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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
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Tan Sri (Dr.) Lim Goh Tong - UTAR Scholarship Fund
Amount
Up to 100% tuition fee waiver
Study Level
Foundation, Bachelor's Degree