- Aim of the programme: To produce graduates with dual expertise in the study of biology (the brain) in relation to psychology (mind).
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First & Only in Malaysia
Sunway University is the only institution of higher learning in Malaysia offering the unique BSc (Hons) Biology with Psychology, a programme that prepares students for further studies and a long-term career in the areas of biomedical sciences, medicine, pharmacy and neuroscience. 75% of the programme is taught by the Department of Biological Sciences and 25% of the programme is taught by the Department of Psychology.
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The Lancaster Affiliation
Sunway University has developed this programme together with Lancaster University, UK. The curriculum is validated by the renowned British institution, therefore, ensuring the quality of academic delivery and research output.
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State-of-the-Art Facilities
Our students learn in a dynamic, interactive environment using the latest technological teaching tools such as the Smartboard ™ and Multimedia laboratories . Practical classes are conducted in well equipped Biological Science Laboratories. With the new academic block due to be opened in 2014, our life sciences research facilities will expand to specialized laboratories for: Molecular & Cell Biology, Microbiology, Virology & Tissue Culture, and Physiology & Toxicology.
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Research-driven Academics
At Sunway, you will learn from the best and have access to a highly-qualified team of lecturers who are also dedicated researchers. They come from a variety of scientific training and are respected authorities in the international scientific community in their fields of interests.
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Research Cluster
Our research team consists of members from varied backgrounds including medical microbiology, virology, toxicological sciences, human physiology, genetics, molecular and cell biology, genomic and proteomics, and psychology. Their current research works are funded by both internal and external grants, and ongoing collaborations include those with international universities like Swinburne University of Technology (Australia), Harvard Schools of Medicine, and Public Health (USA), and Yale University School of Medicine (USA).
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Industry Exposure & Collaboration
Along with classes and labwork, our students get to collaborate and experience internship opportunities with the Brain Research Institute at Monash University Sunway campus (BRIMS). Also part of the curriculum are exciting educational research trips to renowned laboratories and a final-year research project component which will allow students to translate theoretical knowledge into possible scientific breakthroughs.
| Career Prospect |
Neuroscientific research
Researcher at brain research centres, government neuroscience research groups, international neuroscience research institutes, medical schools, universities, hospitals and neuro-research companies.
Psychology
Research coordinator assisting clinical psychologists, neuropsychologists, counseling psychologists and school psychologists among others.
Pharmaceutical industry
Researcher or product specialist in pharmaceutical companies.
Food industry
Researcher or product specialist in food for brain care and infant brain development centers.
Healthcare industry
Medical care provider at rehabilitation and trauma centres in private and public hospitals.
Academia
Science educator at every level from secondary schools to institutions of higher learning, and involvement in outreach programmes in educating the public.
Pursue postgraduate studies
This programme is an ideal stepping stone for postgraduate studies in fields like neuro-pharmacology, neuro-physiology, cognitive neuroscience and psychobiology among others. |
| Programme Structure |
| Year 1 Core Subjects |
BIO 1104
PSY 1014
ENG 1034
STA 1034
SCI 1024
MU1 2153/ MU1 2173
MU1 2143/ MU1 2133
BIO 1014
BIO 1024
BIO 1034
PSY 1034 |
Anatomy and Tissue Structure
Introductory Psychology
English for Psychology
Introduction to Statistics
Introduction to Organic Chemistry
Ethnic Relation / Malaysian Studies
Islamic & Asian Civilisation / Bahasa Melayu Communication
Human Physiology
Impact of Microbes on Human Life
Research Methods & Ethics
Developmental Psychology |
Year 2 Core Subjects |
BIO 2014
BIO 2024
BIO 2034
PSY 2064
PSY2044
MU3 2414
MU4 2413
PSY2084
PSY2104
MU2 2713
BIO 2044
BIO 2054 |
Cell Biology
Biochemistry
Human Molecular Genetics
Brain & Behaviour
Abnormal Psychology
Social & Professional Responsibilities
Community Service
Cognition & Perception
Neuropsychology
Communication Skills
Medical Microbiology
Genomics and Proteomics Techniques |
Year 3 Core Subjects |
BIO3014
BIO3034
BIO3044
PSY3064
BIO3054
INT 3056
MKT3014
THS3016 |
Neurobiology
Neuropsychopharmacology
Neuroscience Methods & Techniques
Advanced Human Neuropsychology
Biomedicine (Chronic Diseases)
Industrial Training
Entrepreneurship
Research Project & Thesis |
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