Bio-Technology

Eligibility

Graduates from Matriculation/Asasi

1. Passed Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM)/equivalent with Hons in Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia or Hons in Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia July Paper;
2. Passed KPM Matriculation/Asasi Sains UM/Asasi UiTM/ Asasi Sains Pertanian UPM with at least CGPA 2.00;
3. Achieved at least Band 1 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET).

 STPM holder

1. Passed Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM)/equivalent with Hons in Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia or Hons Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia Julai Paper;
2. Passed Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) Examination with at least CGPA 2.00 and achieved at least:

• Gred C (NGMP 2.00) General Studies subject; and
• Gred C (NGMP 2.00) in two others subjects.
• Achieved at least Band 1 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET).

 Diploma candidates

1. Passed Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM)/equivalent with Hons in Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia or Hons in Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia July Paper;
2. Obtained Diploma or others qualification recognized by Malaysian Government and approved by IPTA Senate;

or

1. Passed Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) Examination year 2008 or before with at least CGPA 2.00and achieved at least;

• Gred C (NGMP 2.00) in Pengajian Am subject;
• Gred C (NGMP 2.00) in two (2) others subjects;

or

1. Passed Matriculation examination year 2008 or before with at least PNGK 2.00;
2. Achieved at least Band 1 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET).

 

Programme Special Requirement

Graduates from Matriculation/Asasi

1. Achieved at least Gred B- (2.67) at matriculation/Asasi level in following subject:

• Chemistry; and
• Biology

1. Achieved at least Gred C+ (2.33) at Matriculation/Asasi in following subject:

• Mathematics

 
STPM holder

1. Achieved at least Gred B- (NGMP 2.67) at STPM level in following subjects:

• Chemistry; and
• Biology

1. Achieved at least Gred C+ (NGMP 2.33) at STPM level in following subjects:

•   Matematik T / Matematik Lanjutan T

Diploma candidates

   Diploma in suitable field or other qualification approved by UPM Senate.
 

• Programme Outcomes

The learning outcomes of the Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology with Honors are divided into two based on the learning outcomes specified by the Program Standards: Biotechnology and learning outcomes according to the University's requirements based on the Malaysian Qualifications Framework (MQF). Overall, after following this program, graduate will be able to:

1. exhibit knowledge and comprehensive understanding in biotechnology;
2. use basic equipment related to biotechnology;
3. analyze, synthesize, and integrate knowledge and information;
4. apply theoretical knowledge and practical skills;
5. conduct basic guided research;
6. demonstrate the ability to seek, adapt and provide solutions to address biotechnology challenges and problems;
7. practice the concept of lifelong learning;
8. demonstrate awareness and understanding of the basic issues of entrepreneurship and commercialization, ethics, legislation and social related to biotechnology;
9. show their communication skills and interpersonal skills.

ENGLISH REQUIREMENT FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

 If you are non-native English speaker, you must achieve one of the formal qualifications as part of the entry requirements: 1. IELTS - 1. Minimum overall score of 6.0 for TESL/English or 5.5 for other programmes; or

 2. TOEFL - Minimum overall score of 550 for TESL/English or 500 for other programmes; or

 3. Certified Intensive English Programme (CIEP) - Certified Intensive English Programme (CIEP) - enrolled at ELS-UPM - Level 109 English or Level 107 for other pro