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POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN SCIENCE KPT/JPT (N/421/7/0039) 05/22 - MUM/APA/023 1 year Part-time study is not available. February and July Research RM 41,100 Malaysian Student RM 45,200 International Student 2019 fees p.a. This coursework and research program offers you with a higher level of experience in independent analysis and research in your chosen area of expertise. You will work closely with a supervisor who will provide you with academic and individual guidance in your chosen research project. Areas of study This program is designed for students who do not hold a four-year Honours degree or equivalent but wish to undertake a higher level degree by research. Upon its completion, you can consider the option of pursuing a master’s by research degree or a PhD. > Psychology (*February intake only) Learning outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to: > demonstrate advanced knowledge and technical skills in at least one area of science > develop, apply, integrate and generate scientific knowledge in professional contexts to analyse challenges and to develop effective solutions > convey ideas and results effectively to diverse audiences and in a variety of formats, and present scientific work in a potentially publishable way > work independently to undertake a scientific literature review, and to design, develop and implement a research project > collect, organise, analyse, interpret and present data meaningfully, using mathematical and statistical tools as appropriate to the discipline of specialisation > exercise personal, professional and social responsibility as a global citizen 38 POSTGRADUATE PROSPECTUS 2019 > Biotechnology > Medical bioscience > Medicinal chemistry > Food science and technology > Tropical environmental biology