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BSc in Biotechnology (Honours)
About
For those who want to pursue a successful career in biotechnology in the fields of industry, medicine, and environmental research, MAHSA University offers a comprehensive three-year degree called the Bachelor of Science Biotechnology (Hons).
Throughout the program, students will explore various subjects, including biology, chemistry, bioprocess engineering, plant and animal biotechnology, statistics, genetics, genetic engineering, immunology, cellular and molecular biology, and recombinant DNA technology, among others. In essence, MAHSA University graduates are able to meet the demands of the biotechnology and related industries.
Key facts
| Qualification | Bachelor's Degree |
| Study mode | Full-time |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Intakes | April, September |
| Tuition (Local students) | $ 12,168 |
| Tuition (Foreign students) | $ 12,392 |
Subjects
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Biology
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Life Sciences
Duration
3 years
Tuition fees
| Description | Local students | Foreign students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | $ 12,168 | $ 12,392 |
| Miscellaneous fees | $ 2,028 | $ 3,338 |
| Total estimated cost of attendance | $ 14,196 | $ 15,731 |
| Estimated cost per year | $ 4,732 | $ 5,243 |
Estimated cost as reported by the institution. There may be additional administrative fees. Please contact for the latest information.
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Admissions
Intakes
Entry Requirements
Any one of these:
- Pass STPM with a minimum of Grade C (GPA 2.00) in any two (2) subjects, or its equivalent; and possess SPM with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject and one any other subject, or its equivalent.
- MQF Level Entry Requirement English Competency Requirement (International Student)
- Pass STAM with a minimum grade of Jayyid, or its equivalent; and possess SPM with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject and one any other subject, or its equivalent
- Matriculation/Foundation with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, or its equivalent, and possess SPM with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject and one any other subject, or its equivalent;
- A Diploma (Level 4, MQF) in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, or its equivalent.
Note: The credit requirement at SPM level for candidate in categories (i), (ii) and (iii) can be waived should the grades obtained at the STPM / STAM / Diploma / Matriculation / Foundation level are equivalent/higher.
English Language Requirements (for International Students):
- IELTS: Minimum score of 5.0 or
- MUET: Band 3 Or its equivalent.
Curriculum
Year 1:
Semester 1:
- Basic Chemistry
- Biostatistics for Biotechnologists
- Biophysics and Instrumentation
- English for Academic Purpose
- Tamadun Islam dan Tamadun Asia (TITAS) / Malaysian Studies for International Students
- Introduction to Biotechnology
- Developmental Biology
Semester 2:
- Cell Structure and Dynamics
- Genetics
- Basic Microbiology
- English for Academic Writing
- Hubungan Ethnik / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 for International Students
- Bioprocessing
- Cell and Tissue Culture
Semester 3:
- Plant Biotechnology
- Biochemistry
- Genomics and Proteomics
- Animal Breeding
- Youth Development
- Microbial Biotechnology
- Elective I
Year 2:
Semester 4:
- Molecular Diagnosis
- Bio Techniques
- Immunology & Immunotechnology
- Research Methodology
- Molecular Biology
- Elective II
- IPR, Biosafety and Bio-Ethics
Special Semester: Industrial Training
Semester 5:
- Entrepreneurship Development (MPU 2)
- Nano Biotechnology / Drug Delivery
- Recombinant DNA Technology
- Research Project I
- Elective III
Semester 6:
- Bioinformatics for Biologist
- Personal & Professional Development
- Research Project II
- Community Service
- Elective IV
- Elective V
Electives by Field of Study:
- Medical Biotechnology:
- Elective I/II: Human Anatomy and Physiology, Human Molecular Genetics, Self-Study and Review in Medical Biotechnology
- Elective III/IV/V: Molecular Therapeutics, Applications and Advancements of Medical Biotechnology, Stem Cell Technology, Recent Topics in Medical Biotechnology
- Agricultural Biotechnology:
- Elective I/II: Plant Tissue Culture Techniques, Plant Molecular Biology and Plant Genetic Engineering, Self-Study and Review in Agricultural Biotechnology
- Elective III/IV/V: Advancements in Plant Biotechnology, Bio Fertilizers and Bio Pesticides, Genetically Modified Plants, Recent Topics in Agricultural Biotechnology
- Animal Biotechnology:
- Elective I/II: Animal Tissue Culture Technology, Animal Genetic Engineering, Self-Study and Review in Animal Biotechnology
- Elective III/IV/V: Advancements in Animal Biotechnology, Aquatic Biotechnology, Genetically Modified Animals, Recent Topics in Animal Biotechnology
- Industrial Biotechnology:
- Elective I/II: Bioprocess & Biochemical Engineering, Food Processing and Preservation, Self-Study and Review in Industrial Biotechnology
- Elective III/IV/V: Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Enzymology and Enzyme Technology, Beverages and Alcohols, Recent Topics in Industrial Biotechnology
- Environmental Biotechnology:
- Elective I/II: Biodegradation and Bioremediation, Biomass and Bio Products, Self-Study and Review in Environmental Biotechnology
- Elective III/IV/V: Advancements in Environmental Biotechnology, Molecular Ecology, Bio-energy and Biotransformation, Recent Topics in Environmental Biotechnology