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Bachelor in Biotechnology ( Hons )

Taylor's University
Subang Jaya, Selangor
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The Bachelor of Biotechnology is designed to provide comprehensive education and training in biotechnology focusing on three core areas, namely agriculture, medical and industrial biotechnology discipline areas

In addition to the hands-on practical sessions, students will be exposed to a progressive curriculum comprising of scientific principles and knowledge in molecular cloning,  genome editing,  cell tissue culture techniques,  bioinformatics analysis,  bioprocessing technologies,  techniques and instrumentations in research and development, as well as  business and entrepreneurship skills.

OVERSEAS TRANSFER OPTIONS
UNITED KINGDOM (UK)
UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM
- BSc Biological Sciences: 1 + 2 years

UNIVERSITY OF DUNDEE
- BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences: 1 + 2 years

UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND
- BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences: 1 + 2  or 2 + 1 years

UNIVERSITY OF EAST ANGLIA
- BSc Biological Sciences: 1 + 2 years

UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL
- BSc Biochemistry with Molecular Biology and Biotechnology: 1 + 2 years

UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS
- BSc Ecology and Conservation Biology: 1 + 2 years
- BSc Genetics: 1 + 2 years
- BSc Zoology: 1 + 2 years
- BSc Biological Sciences: 1 + 2 years
- BSc Biochemistry: 1 + 2 years

UNIVERSITY OF READING
- BSc Microbiology: 1 + 2 years
- BSc Biological Sciences: 1 + 2 years
- BSc Biomedical Sciences: 1 + 2 years

AUSTRALIA
UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY SYDNEY
  • Bachelor of Biotechnology (Environmental Biotechnology): 1 + 2 or 1.5 + 1.5 years
  • Bachelor of Biotechnology (Medical Biotechnology): 1 + 2 or 1.5 + 1.5 years 
  • Bachelor of Biotechnology (Computational Biotechnology): 1 + 2 or 1.5 + 1.5 years
  • Bachelor of Biotechnology (Biosensor technology): 1 + 2 or 1.5 + 2 years
  • Bachelor of Advanced Science (Environmental Biotechnology): 1 + 2 or 1.5 + 1.5 years
  • Bachelor of Advanced Science (Pharmaceutical Sciences): 1 + 2 or 1.5 + 2 years
  • Bachelor of Forensic Science (Forensic Science): 1 + 2 or 1.5 + 2 years
  • Bachelor of Biomedical Science: 1 + 2 or 1.5 + 2 years
  • Bachelor of Environmental Biology: 1 + 2.5 or 1.5 + 2 years
  • Bachelor of Marine Biology: 1 + 2 or 1.5 + 2 years

ROYAL MELBOURNE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (RMIT)
- Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology): 1 + 2 years

GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY, AUS
- Master of Pharmacy: 3 + 2 years

THE UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE, AUS
- Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Science): 1 + 2 years
- Bachelor of Science: 1 + 2 years
- Bachelor of Science (Honours): 1+ 3 years

QUEENSLAND UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, AUS
- Bachelor of Biomedical Science: 1 + 2 years

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA, AUS
- Bachelor of Laboratory Medicine (Hons): 2 + 2 years
- Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science: 1 + 3 years
- Bachelor of Human Movement: 1.5 + 2 years

CANADA
ACADIA UNIVERSITY
- BSc Biology: 2 + 2 years
- BSc Biology and Nutrition: 2 + 2 years

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Course Summary

Intake

Jan, Mar, Aug, Oct

Course Fees (estimated)

RM 97,614

Course Duration

3 years

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PREREQUISITES
SPM / O-Level with Pre-U / Foundation
Pass SPM / O-Level or equivalent with 5 credits for entry with pre-university/ foundation qualification

SPM / O-Level with Diploma
Pass SPM / O-Level or equivalent with 3 credits for entry with Diploma qualification


ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Taylor’s Foundation in Science (FIS)
Pass with min. CGPA 2.00

Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM)
Pass STPM with min. of Grade C (GPA 2.00) in any two (2) subjects, or its equivalent

Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)
Pass with min. 5Bs

A Levels
Min. EE for 2 subjects

South Australian Matriculation (SAM) / SACE International
Min. ATAR 60

Canadian Pre-University (CPU)
Min. average of 60% in 6 subjects

International Baccalaureate (IB)
Min. 24 points based on 6 subjects

Matriculation in Science
Min. CGPA 2.00

Monash University Foundation Year (MUFY)
Min. 240/400

Other Qualifications
Students with other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis


ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS
IELTS
Band 5.0

TOEFL
34 (Internet Based Test)

MUET
Band 3

Pre-University / Diploma
Completed Pre-University / Diploma that was conducted in English.


*All information is subject to change. The above entry requirements serve as a guideline. Readers are responsible to verify the information by contacting the university’s Admissions Department.
Approximate Total Fees:
Local Students: RM 97,614
International Students: USD 28,631
Students will be exposed to scientific principles and knowledge, bioinformation technologies, laboratory techniques in research development, business and entreprenuership skills, as well as legal, intellectual, social and ethical issues.

This programme is compatible with the new Taylor's Curriculum Framework that allows students to mix & match study modules.


PRIMARY MAJOR
This component consists of Common Core subjects, which are common modules across a discipline that provides the fundamental knowledge of the discipline.

Common Core
  • Introduction to Biotechnology
  • Fundamental of Chemistry
  • Introduction to Microbiology
  • Cell Biology
  • Principles of Biochemistry
  • Biodiversity and Conservation
  • Techniques and Instrumentation in Biotechnology
  • Principle of Genetics
  • Introduction to Biostatistics
  • Crop Biotechnology
  • Animal Biotechnology
  • Bioprocess Technology
  • Application of Bioinformatics
  • Research and Laboratory Management
  • Trends in Biotechnology
  • Bioentrepreneurship
  • Research Project
  • Industrial Training


UNIVERSITY CORE
This component aims to develop critical thinking, build up social intelligence and cultivate civic responsibility as well as broaden cultural knowledge. These consist of compulsory and nationally-mandated study modules required by the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education.

  • Community Service Initiative
  • Hubungan Etnik / Malaysian Studies 3
  • Life Skills for Success & Well-Being
  • Millennials in Malaysia: Team Dynamics & Relationship Management
  • Tamadun Islam & Tamadun Asia / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
 
*Students are requested to take Bahasa Kebangsaan A if they do not obtain a Credit for Bahasa Malaysia in SPM.


COMPLEMENTARY STUDIES
The Complementary Studies component provides student the flexibility to study modules in a related or unrelated field from the same or different school to complement the Primary Major. It may be completed in a form of free electives, an extension, minors or a second major that typically requires at least one (1) semester of student learning time.

[Choose ONE (1) of the packages:]
Minor
Recommended Packages
  • Food Science
  • Health Sciences
  • Nutrition
  • Finance
  • International Business
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Mass Communication
  • Journalism
  • Education
  • Business Analytics
  • Web Technology
  • Pharmacology

Choose any Minor package* offered by Taylor’s University. Refer to the Complementary Study Guide for the list of Minor packages.

AND Choose any TWO (2) Free Electives* offered by Taylor’s University. Refer to the Complementary Study Guide for the list of Free Electives.

*Subject to availability.
*Meet min. module pre- & co-requisite.

Second Major
Recommended Packages
  • Psychology
  • Mass Communication
  • Education
  • Information Technology

Choose any Second Major package* offered by Taylor’s University. Refer to the Complementary Study Guide for the list of Second Major packages.
 
*Subject to availability.
*Meet min. module pre- & co-requisite.

Free Electives
Choose any SEVEN (7) Free Electives* offered by Taylor’s University. Refer to the Complementary Study Guide for the list of Free Electives.

*Subject to availability.
*Meet min. module pre- & co-requisite.

 
*All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.
Disclaimer: Course Information details may change from time to time. Please check with respective institutions to get updated information.
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