Bachelor of Science ( Hons. ) Bioinformatics by Multimedia University (MMU)

Multimedia University (MMU)

Bukit Beruang, Malacca

Bioinformatics is dynamic and evolving, representing one of the most rapidly growing and challenging areas in science and technology today.

The MMU Bioinformatics programme is a balance of IT and Life Sciences plus training in specific applications. A significant component of our programme is practical laboratory experience and problem-based learning, alongside student presentations and lectures in small classes. Projects and Industry experience add another dimension to the knowledge gained in lectures.

Intake

Feb, Jul, Sep

Course Fees (estimated)

RM 60,000

Course Duration

3 years

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Entry Requirements

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Pass Foundation / Matriculation studies in related field from a recognised institution, and a Credit in Mathematics at SPM Level or its equivalent; OR
Pass STPM or its equivalent with a minimum Grade C (GP 2.00) in any 2 subjects AND a Credit in Mathematics in SPM or Grade C in STPM or its equivalent; OR
Pass A-Level with a minimum of Grade D in any 2 Subjects AND a Credit in Mathematics in SPM or Grade D in A Level or its equivalent; OR
Pass UEC with a minimum of Grade B in at least five (5) subjects inclusive of Mathematics and English; OR
Diploma in Computer Science OR Software Engineering OR Information Technology OR Information Systems or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and a Credit in Mathematics at SPM Level or its equivalent;* OR
*Candidates with CGPA below 2.50 but above 2.00 may be admitted subject to a rigorous internal assessment process.
Any other Diploma in Science and Technology or Business Studies with a minimum CGPA of 2.5 may be admitted, subject to a rigorous internal assessment process and a Credit in Mathematics at SPM Level or its equivalent.

Note: Candidates without a Credit in Mathematics at SPM Level or its equivalent may be admitted if the qualification contains subjects in Mathematics and the achievement is higher or equivalent to the requirement of the subject at SPM Level or its equivalent.

Fee Breakdown

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Admission Fee - RM 520
Acceptance Fee :

Student Deposit - RM 500 ( refundable )
Advance Tuition Fee - RM 500
Smart Card - RM 50

Student Activity Fee - RM 500
Long Trimester - RM 200
Short Trimester - RM 100
Resource Fee :

Long Trimester RM 600
Short Trimester RM 300

Duration : 3 years

Estimated Yearly Tuition Fee ( RM ) - RM 20,000

Total Tuition Fee ( RM ) - RM 60,000

Course Subjects

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Core
Year 1

Mathematical Techniques
Computer Programming
Database Systems
Cell Biology
Biochemistry I
Discrete Mathematics and Probability
Computer Architecture and Organisation
Data Communications and Networking
Bioinformatics Programming I
Biochemistry II
U2
U3
U4

Year 2

Data Structures and Algorithms
Operating Systems
System Analysis and Design
Bioinformatics Programming II
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Bioinformatics Algorithms I
Parallel Computing
Basic Human Genetics
Basic Microbiology
Pattern Recognition
Elective 1
U1

Year 3

Project
Data Mining and Machine Learning Systems
Bioinformatics Algorithms II
Introduction to Molecular Biology
Introductory course in Pharmacology
Legal, Moral and Ethical Issues in Life
Sciences
Industrial Training
Elective 2
Elective 3
Elective 4

Elective Subjects (Choose any 4 subjects)

Computer Security
Introduction to Human Pathology
Web Techniques and Application
Human Computer Interaction
Cloud Computing
Information Systems Development
Organisational Behaviour
Machine Learning
Computer Networks
Knowledge Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals

University Subjects

U1 – MPU3113 Hubungan Etnik AND MPU3123 Tamadun Islam dan Tamadun Asia (Local) – MPU3143 Bahasa Komunikasi 2 AND MPU3173 Pengajian Malaysia 3 (International)
U2 – Subject code starts with MPU32XX (for local student who got exemption in SPM Bahasa Melayu & for International Students). MPU3210 Bahasa Kebangsaan A (for local student without credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu)
U3 – Subject code starts with MPU33XX
U4 – Subject code starts with MPU34XX

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