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Bachelor of Applied Health Sciences (Honours)

Taylor's University

Program overview

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

Curriculum

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Common Core

Year 1

  • Cell Biology
  • Fundamentals of Chemistry
  • Introduction to Microbiology
  • Human Anatomy and Physiology
  • Basic Pharmacology and Toxicology with Health Informatics
  • Principles of Biochemistry
  • Principles of Genetics

Year 2

  • Introduction to Biostatistics
  • Science Communication and Ethics
  • Design, Data and Decisions

Year 3

  • Research Project
  • Understanding Entrepreneurialism
  • Industrial Attachment

University Core

  • Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
  • Falsafah dan Isu Semasa
  • Emotional Intelligence in Action
  • Kursus Integriti Dan Antirasuah
  • Social Innovation Project

Specialisations

Genetics

Year 1

  • Molecular Biology Techniques and Applications
  • Stem Cell Biology

Year 2

  • Applications of Bioinformatics
  • Clinical Genetics
  • Cancer Genetics
  • Microbial Genetics
  • Research and Lab Management

Year 3

  • Processes in Disease

Embryology

Year 1

  • Principles of Developmental and Reproductive Biology
  • Endocrinology for Health Sciences

Year 2

  • Human Andrology and Embryology Laboratory
  • Immunology and Serology
  • Human Reproductive Cryobiology
  • Human Embryonic Development
  • Research and Lab Management

Year 3

  • Processes in Disease

Neuroscience

Year 1

  • Functional Neuroanatomy
  • Introduction to Neuroscience

Year 2

  • Cognitive Psychology
  • Biological Psychology
  • Neural Information Processing
  • Neuropharmacology
  • Research and Lab Management

Year 3

  • Processes in Disease

Nutrition

Year 1

  • Introduction to Human Nutrition
  • Diet, Nutrition and Lifestyle

Year 2

  • Applied Nutrition
  • Nutrition in Health and Disease
  • Nutraceuticals and Functional Food
  • Community Nutrition
  • Research and Lab Management

Year 3

  • Processes in Disease

Available scholarships

  • International Student Tuition Fee Rebate

    A tuition fee reduction of up to RM 12,000 is available at Taylor's University for students of all nationalities. To qualify for this discount, applicants must submit their official high school certificate during the application process.

Entry requirements

Bachelor's: strong high-school results, a foundation, or a diploma.

Typically IELTS 5.5 or equivalent (TOEFL / PTE). Some universities offer a preparatory English program if you haven't reached the score yet.

Exact requirements vary by program, and an English certificate such as IELTS or an equivalent may be required.

Career opportunities

  • Medical doctor
  • Dentist
  • Nurse
  • Allied health professional

Is this program right for you?

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