Bachelor of Science (Hons) in BioScience with Chemistry
- Field Of Study:
- Health, Medicine & Welfare
- Level Of Study:
- Undergraduate
- Course Subject:
- Chemistry
- Course Intake:
The programme equips equip graduates with an in-depth understanding of the core principles and methodologies underlying current biotechnological research, thus, able to pursue careers in bioscience and biotechnology either in industry or academic research. In this programme, students are able to develop the transferable qualities and skills required for employment or research in the biosciences sector. Bioscience graduates are not only trained in laboratory and research skills but also in relevant business and entrepreneurial skills. Students will have an opportunity to work with industry through their internship and to carry out a real-life research project in bioscience area. All such training will add value to their qualification and benefit their employment.
Minimum Entry Requirements
- STPM with minimum full pass in Biology and Chemistry.
- A Level with minimum Principal pass in Biology and Chemistry.
- South Australian Matriculation (SAM) with minimum Tertiary Entrance Rank (TER) of 70 and at least Grade B in Biology and Chemistry.
- Canadian Pre-University (CPU) with minimum average of 70% for 6 relevant subjects including minimum 70% for Biology and Chemistry.
- Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) with minimum Grade B in 5 relevant subjects which must include Biology, Chemistry and Advanced Mathematics (I or II). Grade C in English/minimum Grade C in AELE0364 English Language (1119 Level)* conducted by TAR UC.
- Foundation in Science (Track B), TAR UC
- Relevant Foundation from other Institutions of Higher Learning
- Relevant Matriculation Certificate, Ministry of Education
- Relevant Diploma,TARC/TAR UC. Diploma in Science (Chemistry & Biology)
- Relevant Diploma from other Institutions of Higher Learning recognised by the Malaysian Government
- Other equivalent qualifications accredited by MQA
- At least a Credit in SPM Mathematics or equivalent.
- At least a Pass in SPM English Language or equivalent OR Grade C in AELE0364 English Language (1119 Level)* conducted by TAR UC. OR
- O Level Grade D in Mathematics and Grade E in English Language.
Career Prospects
Graduates of this programme will have the employment opportunity in the following life science related careers:
- Research Scientists
- Chemists
- Quality Control /Assurance Executive
- Marketing & Sales Executive
- Life Science Technologist
- Biochemists
- Microbiologists
- Life Sciences Product Specialist
- Biotechnologists
- Occupational Health and Safety specialists
- Environmentalist
Source: Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman