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Bachelor of Biotechnology (Hons)

INTI International University

Program overview

The Bachelor of Biotechnology (Hons) Program at INTI International University Malaysia focuses on the practical application of organisms in various industries and environmental management. It provides training in core Molecular Biosciences and offers electives in business and mass communication. Students have access to well-equipped labs and the opportunity to transfer to partner universities in Australia. The program includes internships and projects to enhance employability.

Entry Requirements

STPM

2 grade C in any 2 subjects, or its equivalent; and possess SPM with 3 credits in Mathematics, 1 science subject and 1 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

Science Officer, Science Researcher,Clinical and Regulatory Executive or Officer,Field Application Specialist,Technical Support Executive or Officer

Service Engineer,Quality Assurance Officer (Executive, Supervisor or Analyst)Quality Control Officer (Supervisor, Assistant or Analyst)

Curriculum

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Year 1

  • Biology of Organisms
  • Chemistry 1
  • Chemistry 2
  • Introduction to Biotechnology
  • Mathematics & Statistics
  • Molecular & Cell Biology
  • Organisation & Management*

Year 2

  • Analysis of Genetic Inheritance
  • Biochemistry of Biomolecules & Enzymes
  • Bioinstrumentation & Analytical Techniques
  • Biotechnology Laboratory 1
  • Cell & Tissue Culture
  • Cellular & Metabolic Biochemistry
  • Chromosomes, Gene Regulation & Evolution
  • Fermentation Technology
  • Immunology*
  • Microbiology
  • Recombinant DNA Technology

Year 3

  • Agrobiotechnology*
  • Bioethics
  • Bioinformatics
  • Biotechnology Laboratory 2*
  • Biotechnology Laboratory 3*
  • Biotechnology Practice
  • Biotechnology Project
  • Environmental Biotechnology
  • Industrial Biotechnology*
  • Internship
  • Medical Biotechnology*
  • Methods & Skills in Research

Students are allowed to choose ONLY one of the following three elective pathways:

i) Biotechnology Electives

  • Organisation & Management
  • Immunology
  • Biotechnology Laboratory 2
  • Biotechnology Laboratory 3
  • Agrobiotechnology*
  • Medical Biotechnology*
  • Industrial Biotechnology*

*Students are required to choose one out of three from Agrobiotechnology, Medical Biotechnology, and Industrial Biotechnology.

ii) Business Electives:

  • Managing Organisation
  • Principle of Marketing
  • Organizational Behaviour
  • University English

iii) Mass Communication Electives:

  • Introduction to Mass Communication
  • Introduction to Advertising
  • Principles of Public Relations
  • Mass Media and Society

MPU Subjects:

1. Compulsory

  • Bahasa Kebangsaan A**
  • Community Service
  • Integrity and Anti-Corruption
  • Philosophy and Current Issue
  • Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations (Local students) / Communicating in Malay (International students)

2. Electives (choose one)

  • Design Thinking
  • Corporate Social Responsibility
  • Presentation Skills

* Biotechnology electives.

** For Malaysian students who do not have a credit in SPM BM

Available scholarships

  • Sudanese Tuition Discount

    Up to 50% coverage

    This scholarship offers a 50% discount applicable to registration fees for students of Sudanese nationality.

  • International Discount up to 45 %

    Up to 45% coverage

    A tuition fee reduction of up to 45% is available for international students

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.

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