1 year February and July
RM49,920 Malaysian student
RM58,560 International student 2025 fees per year
CAREER PATHS Our graduates work in:
• the drug and pharmaceutical industry
• food manufacturing processes and development
• product commercialisation and business development
• biotechnology product development
• biomanufacturing
• clinical genetics
• clinical science and research management
• environmental consulting and management
• intellectual property management
• research and development.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE( HONOURS)
KPT / JPT( R3 / 0530 / 6 / 0004) 10 / 30- MQA / SWA0130
Gain a higher level of experience in independent analysis and research in your chosen field of expertise.
You can choose to pursue this additional one-year degree after the first three years of your undergraduate study.
Look forward to a rich intellectual experience and to developing a range of transferable skills for enhanced career opportunities. This course is also a stepping stone towards higher research qualifications in science, such as the Master of Science or Doctor of Philosophy.
Areas of specialisation
• Biotechnology
• Food science and technology
• Medical bioscience
• Medicinal chemistry
• Tropical environmental biology
Course structure
This course consists of a combination of coursework and research. In the coursework component you will develop advanced theoretical and / or technical knowledge of your discipline within science and research methodologies appropriate to your discipline. In the research component you will plan and execute a research project under the individual guidance of an academic supervisor.
2 years( full-time) 4 years( part-time)*
Throughout the year
( subject to availability of supervision)
Research
RM47,040 Malaysian student
RM53,280 International student 2025 fees per year
* Part-time study is not available for international students.
CAREER PATHS Science graduates find employment in:
• genetic engineering
• agricultural management
• pharmaceutical science
• banking and finance
• environmental consulting
• medical research
• healthcare sectors
• food industries.
MASTER OF SCIENCE( RESEARCH)
KPT / JPT( R3 / 421 / 7 / 0012) 06 / 28- MQA / SWA0121
Pursue independent research in a specific scientific field for a shorter duration than a PhD.
If you’ re unsure whether a PhD is right for you, this course can give you the experience of what studying for a doctorate might be like, while developing your skills and earning a degree that will enhance your employment prospects. If you decide that you’ re passionate about your research, the option of upgrading to a PhD after your first year is possible.
This research degree may be undertaken in any of the school’ s principal research areas and strengths. Your work will be expected to make a significant contribution to the knowledge and understanding of your chosen field of study and demonstrate your capacity to carry out independent research.
Areas of study
• Biodiversity and conservation
• Biotechnology
• Chemistry
• Food science and technology
• Genetics, genomics and bioinformatics
• Infectious disease
• Medical bioscience
• Microbiology
• Natural products and drug discovery
• Tropical and environmental biology.
Course structure
This course consists of a research and thesis component.
You must, in consultation with and under the direct supervision of a member / s of the academic staff:
• carry out a program of research on an agreed topic approved in your chosen discipline for a specified period, including attending and / or presenting at seminars and other related activities as indicated by the school
• submit for assessment a thesis of not more than 50,000 words on the program of research which meets the requirements of the examiners. Submission of a thesis including published works may be permitted.
Progression to further studies
You can apply to transfer to a PhD candidature after a defined period( usually 9-12 months enrolment, full-time or equivalent), provided that satisfactory progress has been made and certain conditions are met.
18