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Bachelor of Science Biotechnology (Hons)

MAHSA University

Program overview

The Bachelor of Science Biotechnology (Hons) program at MAHSA University Malaysia is a 3-year program designed to prepare students for successful careers in Biotechnology. The program covers a wide range of subjects including biology, chemistry, bioprocess engineering, plant and animal biotechnology, statistics, genetics, genetic engineering, immunology, cellular and molecular biology, and Recombinant DNA technology.

Graduates of the program have various career opportunities available to them, such as academia, scientific research, industry experts, quality analysts, product specialists, entrepreneurs, and more in the field of biotechnology and related areas.

MAHSA University ensures that its graduates are well-prepared to meet the requirements of the biotechnology industry and its associated fields. Graduates from MAHSA University are equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to excel in the biotechnology industry and make significant contributions to the field.

Entry Requirements

STPM

  • Pass STPM with a minimum of Grade C (GPA 2.00) in any two (2) subjects, or its equivalent; and possess SPM with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject and one any other subject, or its equivalent.

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

Research & Development, Manufacturing & Services, Quality and Regulatory Affairs jobs as follows

Bioinformatics/ Product specialist

Clinical Research Associate

Medical coding

Forensic Scientist

Greenhouse and field expert

Instrumentation maintenance /calibration technician

Laboratory assistant

Laboratory automation specialist

Laboratory support worker

Pharma Manufacturing assistant / technician

Documentation coordinator

Patent filing executive

Health and safety specialist

Quality assurance specialist

Laboratory technician

Research associate

Curriculum

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Among the courses offered

Semester 1

  • Basic Chemistry
  • Biostatistics for Biotechnologist
  • Biophysics and Instrumentation
  • English for Academic Purpose
  • Tamadun Islam dan Tamadun Asia (TITAS)
  • Malaysian Studies for International Students
  • Introduction to Biotechnology
  • Developmental Biology

Semester 2

  • Cell Structure and Dynamics
  • Genetics
  • Basic Microbiology
  • English for Academic Writing
  • Hubungan Ethnik
  • Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 for International Students
  • Bioprocessing
  • Cell and Tissue Culture

Semester 3

  • Plant Biotechnology
  • Biochemistry
  • Genomics and Proteomics
  • Animal Breeding
  • Youth Development
  • Microbial Biotechnology
  • Elective–I

Semester 4

  • Molecular Diagnosis
  • Bio Techniques
  • Immunology & Immunotechnology
  • Research Methodology
  • Molecular Biology
  • Elective–II
  • IPR, Biosafety and Bio-Ethics
  • Industrial Training

Semester 5

  • Entrepreneurship Development (MPU 2)
  • Nano Biotechnology/Drug Delivery
  • Recombinant DNA Technology
  • Research Project I
  • Elective-III

Semester 6

  • Bioinformatics for Biologist
  • Personal & Professional Development
  • Research Project II
  • Community Service
  • Elective IV
  • Elective V

Elective

  • Human Anatomy and Physiology
  • Human Molecular Genetics
  • Self-Study and Review in Medical Biotechnology
  • Molecular Therapeutics
  • Applications and Advancements of Medical Biotechnology
  • Stem Cell Technology
  • Recent Topics in Medical Biotechnology
  • Plant Tissue Culture Techniques
  • Plant Molecular Biology and Plant Genetic Engineering
  • Self-Study and Review in Agricultural Biotechnology
  • Advancements in Plant Biotechnology
  • Bio Fertilizers and Bio Pesticides
  • Genetically Modified Plants
  • Recent Topics in Agricultural Biotechnology
  • Animal Tissue Culture Technology
  • Animal Genetic Engineering
  • Self-Study and Review in Animal Biotechnology
  • Advancements in Animal Biotechnology
  • Aquatic Biotechnology
  • Genetically Modified Animals
  • Recent Topics in Animal Biotechnology
  • Bioprocess & Biochemical Engineering
  • Food Processing and Preservation
  • Self-Study and Review in Industrial Biotechnology
  • Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
  • Enzymology and Enzyme Technology
  • Beverages and Alcohols
  • Recent Topics in Industrial Biotechnology
  • Biodegradation and Bioremediation
  • Biomass and Bio Products
  • Self-Study and Review in Environmental Biotechnology
  • Advancements in Environmental Biotechnology
  • Molecular Ecology
  • Bio-energy and Biotransformation
  • Recent Topics in Environmental Biotechnology

Entry requirements

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

Typically IELTS 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

  • Research scientist
  • Lab specialist
  • Quality analyst
  • Biotechnologist

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