Diploma in Science

Course Overview

This programme aims to produce chemistry and biology graduates at the sub-professional level. It equips students with the necessary basic knowledge of scientifc concepts and theoretical principles to understand chemical and biological phenomena and processes, and trains students to perform standard chemical and biological laboratory procedures. This programme covers both the practical and theoretical aspects of the subjects. The chemistry syllabi provide a detailed coverage of various topics including atomic and molecular structures, properties of matter, properties and reactions of elements and compounds, analytical techniques and industrial products. The biology syllabi cover a broad spectrum of topics which include cells, energetics, homeostasis and excretion, reproduction and development, biodiversity, ecology, and microbiology. This programme largely emphasises the application of chemical principles in control of the living environment. 

Achievement

Graduates may be admitted into Year 2 of:

• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Bioscience with Chemistry
• Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Analytical Chemistry

Curriculum

• Physical Chemistry
• Inorganic Chemistry
• Organic Chemistry
• Analytical Chemistry
• Chemistry and Society
• Chemical Structure and Energetics
• Properties of Matter
• Chemistry of Elements and Organic Compounds
• Cells and Their Organisation
• Bioenergetics
• Homeostasis and Excretion
• Response and Coordination
• Reproduction and Development
• Biodiversity and Ecology
• Structural Biochemistry
• Microbiology
• Forensic Chemistry and Biology
• Pre-Calculus
• Introductory Calculus
• Calculus
• Algebra
• Statistics and Operations Research
• Information Systems and Application
• Business Organisation and Management

Language, Mata Pelajaran Pengajian Umum (MPU) and Co-curricular Courses:

• English for Tertiary Studies
• Academic English
• Bahasa Kebangsaan A
• Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban
• Integrity and Anti-Corruption
• Professional English
• Civic Consciousness and Volunteerism
• Co-curricular

Entry Requirements

• SPM - 3 Credits in the relevant subjects
• O Level - 3 Grade C in the relevant subjects
• UEC - 3 Grade B in the relevant subjects
• Certificate - Relevant Certificate accreditated by MQA

Compulsory subjects:

1. SPM Credit/ O Level Grade C/ UEC Grade B in Biology or Chemistry where minimum SPM Pass/O Level Grade E (Pass)/ UEC Grade C in the other subject is required
2. SPM Pass/ O Level Grade E (Pass) in Mathematics#/ UEC Grade C in Advanced Mathematics (I or II)#
3. SPM Pass/ O Level Grade E (Pass)/ UEC Grade C in English Language*

#Grade C and above in AMMS0104 General Mathematics conducted by TAR UMT is accepted as having fulfilled the mathematics requirement for applicants who fail the required mathematics subject at SPM/O Level/UEC.

*Grade C and above in AELE0364 English Language conducted by TAR UMT is accepted as having fulfilled the English Language requirement for applicants who fail English Language at SPM/O Level/UEC level.

Note:

1. SPM holders must have at least a pass in Bahasa Melayu and SPM holders from Year 2013 onwards must have at least a pass in Sejarah.
2. Students without a credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu are required to pass Bahasa Kebangsaan A before the award of Diploma.
3. Equivalent qualifications/qualifications from other Institution of Higher Learning (IHL) will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
   d)Subject to the Ministry of Education latest requirements.

Career Prospects

• Quality controllers
• Technical assistants in manufacturing industries or medical establishments
• Laboratory supervisors in manufacturing industries or medical establishments
• Product Specialists
• Research Assistants
• Quality Assurance Technologists
• Sales Executives