BSc ( Hons ) Biomedicine by Sunway University

Sunway University

Bandar Sunway, Selangor

Get involved in the healthcare sector with this medically-orientated degree. Biomedicine is a branch of medical science that deals with the development of treatments for current and emerging threats to human health. This programme imparts the knowledge of biochemistry, cell biology, genetics and physiology which are important for modern medicine and public health. Graduates will develop fundamental skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and communication which are important skills to excel in the world of medicine.

Intake

Jan, Mar, Aug

Course Fees (estimated)

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Course Duration

3 years

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Entry Requirements

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STPM
Average B- or CGPA 2.67 (2 principals in two of the following subjects: Biology, Physics/ Mathematics and Chemistry

A-Level
Minimum 14 points. Minimum Grade D in two of the following subjects: Biology, Physics/ Mathematics and Chemistry

Australian Matriculation
ATAR 65

Canadian Matriculation
65%

Monash University Foundation Year
65%

Sunway Foundation in Arts
-

Sunway Foundation in Science Technology
CGPA 2.5

Unified Examination Certificate
Maximum 24 points from 5 subjects (all Grade Bs excluding Chinese and non-academic subjects)

International Baccalaureate
Completed with minimum 26 points (excluding bonus points)

Other Diploma

Any other recognised Diploma in related field with minimum CGPA of 2.75.
Any other recognised Diploma below CGPA 2.75 and a minimum of 3 years working experience in related field will be considered on a case-to-case basis.

Specific Requirements

For Malaysian students entering using an entry qualification whereby the medium of instruction is not in English, MQA requires the student to possess a MUET or international English proficiency qualification in order to register for the programme.

Pre-University

Pass in two of the following subjects: Biology, Physics/Mathematics, Chemistry, and/or have experience and strong interest in Biological Sciences.

English Language Requirements

IELTS or equivalent 6.0
MUET Band 5
SPM English A2 or A-
UEC English B3
O-Level English (1119) B3
Sunway Intensive English Programme (IEP) Pass Level 4 with minimum 65%
ESL/English Satisfactory level in Pre-University programmes, where the medium of instruction is English

Course Subjects

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Year 1

Human Physiology
General Microbiology
Basic Biochemistry
Human Anatomy
Basic Biostatistics
English for Life Sciences
Cell Biology
Clinical Chemistry
Basic Genetics
Histology and Histopathology Techniques
Communication Skills
Ethics in Healthcare Science

Year 2

Medical Biochemistry
Human Molecular Genetics
Medical Microbiology
Pathology
Medical Immunology
Medical Entomology
Pharmacology and Toxicology
Medical Statistics and Epidemiology
Social and Professional Responsibilities
Current Issues in Biomedical Sciences
Histopathology and Cytology Practice

Electives (Choose 1)

Cell and Tissue Culture
Molecular Diagnostics

Year 3

Haematology and Transfusion Science
Parasitology and Virology
Infection, Immunity, Inflammation and Therapy
Clinical Biochemistry Practice
Research and Publications
Internship
Research Project

Electives (choose 1)

Neurobiology
Pharmaceutical Technology
Bioinformatics

Additional MOHE compulsory General Studies subjects

for Local Student

Islamic and Asian Civilisations
Ethnic Relations
Community Project
Bahasa Kebangsaan A (applicable to students who did not sit for SPM or did not obtain a Credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu)

for International Student