Microbiology
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Duration: 4 Years
$16,250
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What will you learn?
This full time programme is offered by the Department of Microbiology, Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Serdang. The duration of study for a B. Sc, (Hons) Microbiology is eight semesters (four years) with a total of 127 credits.
Methods for implementation of the programme, include lectures, tutorials, seminars, practical sessions, student-centered learning (SCL), computer-aided learning, industry training, study tours, seminars, case studies and research projects.
Students are required to take foundation courses / core, main and preparative courses offered by the university. For this program, students are required to choose at least 32 credits of elective courses. Elective courses are divided into three groups, namely;
- Elective Courses in science and technology
- Elective Courses in management and humanity
- Other elective courses
Eligibility
Graduates from Matriculation/Asasi
- Passed Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM)/equivalent with Hons in Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia or Hons in Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia July Paper;
- Passed KPM Matriculation/Asasi Sains UM/Asasi UiTM/ Asasi Sains Pertanian UPM with at least CGPA 2.00;
- Achieved at least Band 1 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET).
STPM holder
- Passed Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM)/equivalent with Hons in Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia or Hons Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia Julai Paper;
- 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
- Passed Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM)/equivalent with Hons in Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia or Hons in Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia July Paper;
- Obtained Diploma or others qualification recognized by Malaysian Government and approved by IPTA Senate;
or
- 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
- Passed Matriculation examination year 2008 or before with at least PNGK 2.00;
- Achieved at least Band 1 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET).
Programme Special Requirement
Graduates from Matriculation/Asasi
- Achieved at least Gred B- (2.67) at matriculation/Asasi level in following subject:
- Chemistry; and
- Biology
- Achieved at least Gred C+ (2.33) at Matriculation/Asasi in following subject:
- Mathematics
STPM holder
- Achieved at least Gred B- (NGMP 2.67) at STPM level in following subjects:
- Chemistry; and
- Biology
- Achieved at least Gred C+ (NGMP 2.33) at STPM level in following subjects:
- Matematik T / Matematik Lanjutan T
Diploma candidatesDiploma in suitable field or other qualification approved by UPM Senate.
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
Core areas of emphasis
• Biochemistry. • Chemistry. • Foreign Language. • Microbiology. • Molecular Genetics. • Physical Chemistry.
Career prospects
• Biomedical scientist. • Biotechnologist. • Clinical research associate. • Food technologist. • Healthcare scientist, immunology. • Medicinal chemist. • Microbiologist. • Nanotechnologist.
Tuition Fees
| Totally (USD) | Yearly (USD) |
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| $ 16250 | $ 4063 |
| $ 4063 | |
| $ 4063 | |
| $ 4063 |
Course Details:
Duration: 4 Years Intakes: February, September
Scholarships for Post-graduate studies:
Fellowships, scholarships, assistantships are usually available for postgraduate students wishing to study in Malaysia, depending either on availability within the institution and your academic qualifications. Additionally, a number of scholarships are available from other institutions and organisations, such as the Malaysian government.
- SCHOLARSHIP/FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE UPM
- GRA (Graduate Research Assistantship)
- GRF (Graduate Research Fellowship)
- Financial Aid for Local Graduate Students to Undertake Overseas Research Attachment
- Financial Aid to Attend International Seminar/Conference/Symposium
- IGRF (International Graduate Research Fellowship)
- IGSS (International Graduate Student Scholarship)
- SGRA (Special Graduate Research Allowance)
- PASS (Putra Alumni Scholarship Scheme)
Campus (Main Campus)
Jalan UPM, 43400 Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia