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 ( R2 / 421 / 6 / 0028 ) 10 / 25 - 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 .
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