Get the experience and skills you need for a successful career in biotechnology. This programme provides training in the practical application of organisms and their cellular components with regards to manufacturing, service industries, and environmental management.
- Students have access to well-equipped labs with state-of-the-art equipment
- Students may transfer to partner universities in Australia and the UK
- Students experience processes such as those involved in producing antibiotics, vaccines, monoclonal antibodies, and gene therapy
- Students have the opportunity to learn about the improvement of water and land management and remedying pollution
RM84,932.00
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
| Campus | Local Students | International Students |
| INTI International University | Approx. RM 84,932 | Approx. RM 84,932 |
| Entry Level | Entry Requirements |
|---|---|
| Foundation | Completion of Foundation Programme with a CGPA of 2.00, or its equivalent, and possess SPM with 3 credit in Mathematics, 1 science subject and 1 any other subject, or its equivalent |
| A-Level | A-Level with minimum grade D (NGMP 2.0) in 2 subjects and possess SPM/O levels with 3 credits in Mathematics, 1 science subject and 1 any other subject, or its equivalent. |
| 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 |
| SACE International | ATAR of 70 and possess SPM/ its equivalent with 3 credits in Mathematics, 1 science subject and 1 any other subject, or its equivalent |
| NSW (HSC) | ATAR of 70 and possess SPM/ its equivalent with 3 credits in Mathematics, 1 science subject and 1 any other subject, or its equivalent |
| Australian Year 12 | ATAR of 70 and possess SPM/ its equivalent with 3 credits in Mathematics, 1 science subject and 1 any other subject, or its equivalent |
| UEC | 5Bs including Mathematics and 1 science subject |
| Canadian Pre-U | 6 subjects with minimum average score of 68 and possess SPM/its equivalent with 3 credits in Mathematics, 1 science subject and 1 any other subject, or its equivalent |
| Matriculation in related fields | Programme with a CGPA of 2.00, or its equivalent, and possess SPM with 3 credit in Mathematics, 1 science subject and 1 any other subject, or its equivalent |
| Diploma | Completion of Diploma with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, or its equivalent |
| MUFY | 4 subjects with minimum average score of 61 |
| Others | Other equivalent qualifications as recognised by the Malaysian government |
Note: International students are subject to meet entry requirements that reflect similar qualifications and experience as stated above.
To find country-specific entry requirements visit our international entry requirement page
- January
- June
- August
Note: International students are subject to placement guidelines. Please check with a student counsellor.
Industries in the Public or Private Sector: Biotechnology, Food and Drink (Including Brewing), Health and Beauty Care, Chemical and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Companies, Research Companies (Including companies conducting Clinical Trials), Clinical Diagnostic Laboratories, Analytical & Testing Laboratories, Environmental Pollution Control Companies, Hospitals, Patent Companies, Various Government Research Agencies and Facilities (Medicine, Farming & Agriculture, Fisheries, Forestry, etc.), Forensic Services, and Universities.
You can launch your career in one of these fields:
- 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)
- Safety Specialist
This programme provides sound training in core Molecular Biosciences (Biochemistry, Genetics, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, and Immunology), leading to different areas of Biotechnology. Compulsory Biotechnology projects, as well as internships with biotechnology and molecular bioscience companies, will further enhance the employability of graduates.
INTI International University: (R3/545/6/0009)(05/27)(A7640)
