Bachelor of Science (Hons) Biotechnology
This programme is an innovative multidisciplinary degree that was developed with inputs from key industry players and academics who are experts in their field. It features biotechnology modules coupled with electives in business, communications, marketing, accounting and many more.
Entry Requirements
| STPM |
Pass with minimum Grade C (GPA 2.00) in any two (2) subjects and SPM with three (3) credits including Mathematics and one (1) Science subject; or |
|---|---|
| A-Level | Pass with minimum Grade D in any two (2) subjects and possess SPM or equivalent with three (3) credits including Mathematics and one (1) Science subject; or |
| STAM | Pass with minimum grade of Jayyid and SPM with three (3) credits in Mathematics and one (1) Science subject; or |
| UEC | Pass with at least Grade B in five (5) subjects inclusive of Mathematics and one (1) Science subject; or |
| Matriculation / Foundation | Minimum CGPA 2.00 and possess SPM or its equivalent with three (3) credits in Mathematics and one (1) Science subject; or |
| Diploma (Level 4, MQF) | Minimum CGPA 2.00; or its equivalent |
Note :The SPM credit requirements may be waived if the grades obtained at STPM/ A-level/ UEC/ STAM/ Foundation/ Matriculation are equivalent or higher.
English Language Requirements* (for international student)
| IELTS | 5.0 |
|---|---|
| MUET | 3.5 |
| TOEFL | 7.5 (Ess Online) / 40 (iBT) |
| Pearson | 47 |
| Linguaskill OL | 154 |
| ELS | 107 |
*International students with qualifications from educational systems where English language is the main medium of instruction are exempted from this requirement.
International students who do not fulfil the English Language Requirements may join the Intensive English Programme at Nilai University which builds their skills in the language and prepares them for the IELTS examination
Programme Module
Foundational
- Understanding Biotechnology
Fundamental Sciences
- Introductory Biology
- General Chemistry
- Statistics
- Organic Chemistry
Core Sciences
- Microbiology
- Genetics
- General Biochemistry
Discipline Core
- Biodiversity and Environmental Bio-resources
- Bioinformatics
- Cell and Molecular Biology
- Cell and Molecular Biology Laboratory
- Cell and Tissue Culture
- Industrial Microbiology
- Innovation and Commercialisation
- Introduction to Bioprocess Engineering
- Biotechnology Practical I
- Biotechnology Practical II
- Research Methods and Design
- Quality Assurance and Quality Control
- Industrial Good Practices
Electives Related to Discipline Core
Elective I (Choose 1 from 2 tracks below)
Track I Medical Biotechnology
- Introduction to Forensic Science
- Drug and Pharmaceutical Technology
- Immunological Techniques in Biotechnology
Track II Food and Agrotech
- Food Security
- Smart Farming Technology
- Food Science and Technology
Electives II (Choose 1 from 3 courses below)
- Plant Cell and Tissue Culture Techniques
- Protein Technologies
- Environmental Biotechnology
Capstone
- Research Project I
- Research Project II
Industrial Training
- Internship
Mata Pelajaran Umum / University Courses
Malay Language (Only for Malaysian students without a credit in SPM BM)
Optional Electives
- English Language Proficiency
- Introduction to Academic English
- Academic English
Programme Pathway
Career Prospects
Here are some career options after you’ve graduated in Biotechnology:
- Epidemiologists
- Genetic Counsellors
- Wildlife Biologist
- Microbiologists
- Biochemists & Biophysicists
- Biological Technicians
- Medical Scientists
- Director of Product Strategy
- Biomanufacturing Specialists
