BSc in Medical Biotechnology

Explore the intricate world of living organisms through IMU’s Medical Biotechnology programme. This field offers the opportunity to harness biological systems to develop innovative solutions that enhance human health and improve quality of life. IMU’s cutting-edge curriculum integrates immersive, technology-driven learning modules, equipping students with the skills and confidence to excel in this rapidly evolving industry.  

Through industrial attachments and hands-on research opportunities, students gain valuable real-world experience, preparing them to become competent biomedical scientists upon graduation. IMU collaborates closely with biotechnology-based industries and the Malaysian Bioeconomy Corporation to provide students with industry placements, both locally and internationally, while ensuring access to the latest advancements in the field.  

IMU’s Medical Biotechnology curriculum is strategically aligned with Malaysia’s national biotechnology priorities and meets rigorous international standards. The programme is also recognised by the University of Newcastle, Australia, allowing for credit transfer into their biotechnology programme. By studying at IMU, students gain a globally relevant education that prepares them to drive innovation and contribute to advancements in medical biotechnology.

• A-Levels: CDD (including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics) AND Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
• STPM: CC (including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics) AND Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
• Australian Matriculation: ATAR 60 (including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics) AND Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
• NCEA Level 3: 60% aggregate (including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics) AND Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
• Canadian Grade 12/13: 60% aggregate in 6 subjects (including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics) AND Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
• Unified Examination Certificate (UEC): B in 5 subjects (including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics) AND Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
• Australian University Foundation Programmes: 60% aggregate or ATAR 60 (including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics) AND Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
• Indian Pre-University: Average of 60% (including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics) AND Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
• Ministry of Education Matriculation #: cGPA 2.00 (including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics) AND Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
• International Baccalaureate (IB): 26 points (including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics) AND Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
• American High School Diploma with Advanced Placement (AP): cGPA 2.00 AND Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
• Foundation Studies #: IMU Foundation in Science/ Foundation in Biosciences / Foundation in Engineering or equivalent cGPA 2.00 or 50% (including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics) AND Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
• Degree: BSc in related field: cGPA 2.00
• Diploma: Diploma in Science (UiTM), Diploma in Microbiology (UiTM) – cGPA 2.50 Diploma in related field – cGPA 2.00

Foundation in Science:

• Foundation in Science qualifications from other higher education institutions will be considered on a case by case basis for admission into the local IMU programmes.
• Students with IMU Foundation in Science can apply into IMU programmes and programmes with selected credit transfer options, upon meeting the entry requirement eligibility. **

For admissions into the IMU Foundation in Science programme, students will need:

• Pass SPM / O-Levels with minimum 5 credits in Mathematics, 2 Science subjects and 2 other subjects.
  Note: Specific SPM / O-Levels requirements may be needed for admissions into IMU programmes.

English Proficiency Requirements:

• MUET**: Band score of 3; or (For Malaysian students).
• IELTS**: Overall band score of 5.5; or.
• TOEFL iBT**: Overall score of 46; or.
• Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)**: Overall score of 162; or.
• Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)**: Overall score of 162; or.
• Cambridge Linguaskill**: Overall score of 160; or.
• Pearson Test of English (PTE)**: Overall score of 51; or.
• Credit Transfer: IELTS Overall band score of 7.0.

The following categories of students* are exempted from the English requirements:

Students who graduated from other institutions where the curriculum is delivered in English Language for example:
Advanced Levels / Australian Matriculation / Australian University Foundation Year / Canadian Matriculation / International Baccalaureate / Foundation in Science / Other Pre-University Programmes from Local Higher Education Institutions

*ONLY applicable to those who are completing the entire degree at IMU, Malaysia.
**Applicable to IMU local degree only.

MPU:

• MPU U1 Penghayatan Etika & Peradaban *
• MPU U1 Philosophy & Current Issues
• MPU U1 Malay Language Communication 2**
• MPU U3 Integrity & Anti-Corruption

* Malaysian students
** International students

Semester 1:

• Basic Mathematics & Statistics
• Science Communication
• Chemistry for Biotechnologists
• Biodiversity & Conservaton for Biotechnology
• Instrumentation, Biosafety & Quality Management
• Molecular Biology & Immunology
• MPU U2 English for Health Sciences / Bahasa Kebangsaan A

Semester 2:

• General Pharmacology
• Medical Microbiology & Parasitology
• Ethics & Biotechnology
• Applied Biochemistry
• Cell & Tissue Culture Techniques
• Fundamentals of Bioinformatics

Semester 3:

• Analytical Chemistry for Biotechnologists 1
• Introduction to Healthcare Data Analytics
• Forensic Science
• Fundamentals of Structural Biology
• Molecular Medicine
• Management & Experimentation on Animals
• Elective: Algorithms & Data Structure / Medical Epidemiology & Public Health*

* Choose 1 elective module 

Semester 4:

• Toxicology & Toxinology
• Omics Technology
• Bioprocess Technology
• Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
• Applied Biotechniques in
• Biotechnology & Community Health
• Advanced Data Analytics
• MPU U4 Social Responsibility

Short Semester:

• Pathology for Biotechnologists
• Research Methodology
• Current Trends in Medical Biotechnology
• Free Elective: Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine / Radiobiology*

* Choose 1 free elective module

Semester 5:

• Medical Biotechnology Research Projects
• Elective: Biotechnology Research Commercialisation
  / Fundamentals of Business Management /
  Fundamentals of Cosmeceuticals / BioPharming: Harvesting Therapeutics
  / Functional Foods, Nutraceuticals & Supplements*

*Choose any 3 elective modules

Semester 6:

• Biotechnology Internship