Bachelor of Applied Health Sciences (Honours)

The Bachelor of Applied Health Sciences (Honours) at Taylor’s University Malaysia is an innovative degree—the first in the country to offer specialisations across four distinct areas—designed to prepare graduates to shape the future of healthcare and positively impact global health. The curriculum combines strong theoretical foundations with practical, research-informed training and entrepreneurship skills, producing competent professionals ready for applied health sciences practice and research. Students choose from specialisations that include Neuroscience, Nutrition, Embryology and Genetics, each providing targeted expertise: Neuroscience deepens understanding of brain health and cognitive function to support mental well‑being and lifelong productivity; Nutrition explores how food optimises performance and long‑term vitality; and Embryology and Genetics reveal the developmental and genetic roots of health and disease, enabling early detection and personalised treatment strategies. Together, the programme’s comprehensive coursework and hands‑on learning equip graduates to thrive across a range of applied health science careers.

Entry Requirements

SPM / O-Level with Pre-U / Foundation

Pass SPM//O-level or equivalent with 5 credits (Except for UEC)

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, Foundation, STAM, etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Future Careers

Genetics

• Molecular Geneticist
• Pharmacogeneticist
• Genetic Laboratory Manager
• Pharmacogenomics
• Bioinformatics Specialist
• Genetic Epidemiologist
• Genomic Data Analyst
• Genetic Engineering Specialist

Embryology

• Developmental Biologist
• Embryo Cryopreservation Specialist
• Research Scientist(s)
• Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) Specialist
• Embryology Quality Control Specialist
• IVF Laboratory Coordinator
• Laboratory Manager
• Family Planning Officer

Neuroscience

• Neuroscientist
• Neuropharmacologist
• Neurotechnologist
• Neuroimaging Specialist
• Cognitive Neuroscientist
• Electroneurodiagnostic Technologist
• Neuroinformatics Specialist
• Neuro-products Specialist
• Laboratory Manager

Nutrition

• Public Health Nutrition Specialist
• Nutritional Epidemiologist
• Nutrigenomics Specialist
• Health Promotion Specialist
• Research Scientist(s)
• Nutri-preneur
• Laboratory Manager
• Nutrition Promotion Coordinator
• Retail Nutrition Insights