Course Information

Mode: Onsite

Duration: 3 Yrs

Campus: Taylor's University, Malaysia

Type: Full-time Study

Conducted in Malaysia: Yes

Level of Study: Bachelor's Degree Level

Field of Study: Science (Life Science/Physical Science/Applied Science)

Faculty: Faculty of Health & Medical Sciences: School of Biosciences

Awarding Country: Malaysia

Exam Body: Internal Degree, Malaysia

Fees: 94,500 / course / USD 31,848 / course (international)

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Course Overview

The programme is designed to give students a comprehensive education and training in biotechnology focusing on three core areas, namely agriculture, healthcare and industrial.

Students will be exposed to scientific principles and knowledge, bioinformation technologies, laboratory techniques in research and development, business and entrepreneurship skills, as well as legal, intellectual, social and ethical issues.

Through this programme, we are able to produce responsible biotechnologists who are capable of applying their scientific knowledge and skills to develop novel products and services, for the benefit of society.

Curriculum

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

YEAR 1

Semester 1

Principles of Life Sciences
Organic Chemistry
Introduction to Biostatistics
MPU (U1) - Module 1*
MPU (U1) - Module 2*
MPU (U2)*

Semester 2

Principles of Biochemistry
Physical & Inorganic Chemistry
Introduction to Microbiology
Eukaryotic Cell Biology
Biodiversity & Conservation

YEAR 2

Semester 3

Microbial Genetics & Physiology
Food Biotechnology
Plant Physiology
Elective
Elective

Semester 4

Human Molecular Genetics
Infectious Diseases
Genes & Tissue Culture Technology
Agricultural Biotechnology
Elective
MPU (U4)*

YEAR 3

Semester 5

Applied & Industrial Microbiology
Bioprocess Technology
Research & Laboratory Management
Research Project I
Elective

Semester 6

Research Project II
Elective
Elective
MPU (U3)*

Industrial Attachment

Electives

Specialisation in Drug Discovery & Development

Principles of Drug Discovery & Development
Natural Product
Medicinal Chemistry
Formulation & Product Development
Analytical Chemistry
Design & Management of Clinical Research

Specialisation in Chemistry

Thermodynamics & Electrochemistry
Natural Product
Food Chemistry
Environmental Chemistry & Technology
Analytical Chemistry
Industrial Chemistry

Specialisation in Microbiology

Food Microbiology
Virology
Pathogenesis of Microorganisms
Mycology
Immunology
Epidemiology & Public Health

Specialisation in Human Nutrition

Introduction to Food Science & Nutrition
Introduction to Human Nutrition
Nutrition in Health & Diseases
Nutraceuticals & Functional Food
Nutritional Biochemistry
Herbal Food

Specialisation in Entrepreneurship

Introduction to Management
Introduction to Accounting
Principles of Marketing
Introduction to Finance
Introduction to International Business
Entrepreneurship & Small Business

Specialisation in Communication

Introduction to Mass Communication
Communication Theories
Intercultural Communication
Public Relations Principles
Visual Communication
Media Writing

NOTE:
* The Ministry of Education (MOE) requires all students to take Mata Pelajaran Umum (MPU) (i.e. General Studies) which is categorised under U1, U2, U3 and U4 within the duration of their studies. U1 modules are prescribed by MOE whereas U2, U3 and U4 modules are from a list of University Core Modules (UCM) prescribed as per the Programme Guide.

Entry Requirements

STPM/A Levels/Equivalent

Career Prospects

Agriculture Biotechnologist
Analytical Scientist
Bioentrepreneur
Consultancy
Education
Laboratory Technologist
Marketing (Life Sciences)
Microbiologist
Quality Officer (Biomanufacturing)
Research Scientist (Life sciences)
Science Writer

All fees are in RM (Ringgit Malaysia) currency unless stated otherwise.

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Bachelor of Biotechnology (Hons)