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Bachelor of Applied Science (Hons) in Medical Biotechnology

(R2/0512/6/0001)(09/27) (MQA/FA15505)

Commencement

Jul & Sep

Degree/Duration

Bachelor of Applied Science (Hons) in Medical Biotechnology (IMU):
3 years
Degree from Partner Universities:
3.5 – 4 years

Explore the Field of Life

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Dive deep into the realm of all living things. Medical Biotechnology is a great opportunity to learn how to use living organisms to develop products to help mankind live a long and more productive life. Equip yourself with IMU’s cutting-edge curriculum leveraging immersive tech-based learning modules, empowering you to navigate an ever-evolving industry. Gain the knowledge and skills to innovate the future with confidence.

Why Study Medical Biotechnology at IMU?

01

An Established Private Healthcare University

IMU is Malaysia’s first and most established private medical and healthcare university with over 30 years of dedicated focus in healthcare education. The IMU is placed under the Competitive (Berdaya Saing) category under SETARA 2022 for the third consecutive year.

02

Exposure to Entrepreneurship

With enterprise management as part of the curriculum, students will be able to have a better understanding of biotechnology-related business matters which can transform their future careers.

03

Build Your Future Healthcare Professional Network

With exposure to industrial attachment and research, students will be better prepared to be a competent biomedical scientist, upon graduation.

04

Well-Established Rapport with Biotechnology-Based Industries and the Bioeconomy Corporation

IMU works closely with biotechnology-based industries and the bioeconomy corporation for industrial attachments locally or abroad and latest information on the industry.

05

Curriculum Benchmarked to International Standards

IMU’s Medical Biotechnology curriculum is aligned with the Malaysian biotechnology priorities and it has been developed to meet high international standards and is accepted by University of Newcastle, Australia for credit transfer into their programme.

Entry Requirements

Pre-University Examination

Requirements

Examinations Requirements
A-Levels     CDD (including 2 Science subjects /
Mathematics)
AND
Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
STPM     CC (including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics)
AND
Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
Australian
Matriculation
    ATAR 60 (including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics)
AND
Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same
result at Pre-University level)
NCEA Level 3     60% aggregate (including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics)
AND
Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
Canadian
Grade 12/13
    60% aggregate in 6 subjects (including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics)
AND
Credit in Mathematics, one science subject
and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if
achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
Unified Examination
Certificate (UEC)
    B in 5 subjects (including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics)
AND
Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
Australian University
Foundation Programmes
    60% aggregate or ATAR 60 (including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics)
And
Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and
one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same
result at Pre-University level)
Indian Pre-University     Average of 60% (including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics)
AND
Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted
if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
Ministry of Education
Matriculation #
    cGPA 2.00 (including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics)
AND
Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
International
Baccalaureate (IB)
    26 points (including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics)
AND
Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same
result at Pre-University level)
American High School
Diploma with
Advanced Placement (AP)
    cGPA 2.00
AND
Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
Foundation
Studies #
    IMU Foundation in Science/ Foundation in Biosciences / Foundation in Engineering or
equivalent
cGPA 2.00 or 50%
(including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics)
AND
Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its
equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
Degree     BSc in related field:
cGPA 2.00
Diploma Diploma in Science (UiTM), Diploma in Microbiology (UiTM) – cGPA 2.50
Diploma in related field – cGPA 2.00

CDD (including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics)

AND

Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent.

(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)

cGPA 2.00

AND

Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent.

(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)

ATAR 60 including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics

AND

Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent.

(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)

60% aggregate or ATAR 60 including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics

AND

Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent.

(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)

60% aggregate in 6 subjects including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics

AND

Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent.

(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)

BSc in related field: cGPA 2.00

Diploma in Science (UiTM), Diploma in Microbiology (UiTM) – cGPA 2.50

Diploma in related field – cGPA 2.00

IMU Foundation in Science/ Foundation in Biosciences / Foundation in Engineering or equivalent
cGPA 2.00 or 50%
(including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics)

AND

Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent.

(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)

# The duration of this programme must be a minimum of 1 year in the same accredited institution and foundation in other disciplines are accepted.

Average of 60% (including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics)

AND

Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent.

(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)

26 points (including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics)

AND

Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent.

(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)

cGPA 2.00 including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics

AND

Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent.

(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)

# The duration of this programme must be a minimum of 1 year in the same accredited institution and foundation in other disciplines are accepted.

60% aggregate (including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics)

AND

Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent.

(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)

CC (including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics)

AND

Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent.

(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)

B in 5 subjects (including 2 Science subjects / Mathematics)

AND

Credit in Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject at SPM level or its equivalent.

(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)

Foundation in Science

    • Foundation in Science qualifications from other higher education institutions will be considered on a case by case basis for admission into the local IMU programmes.
    • Students with IMU Foundation in Science can apply into IMU programmes and programmes with selected credit transfer options, upon meeting the entry requirement eligibility. **

(Please refer to IMU Foundation in Science brochure for more details)

 

For admissions into the IMU Foundation in Science programme, students will need:

  • Pass SPM / O-Levels with minimum 5 credits in Mathematics, 2 Science subjects and 2 other subjects.
    Note: Specific SPM / O-Levels requirements may be needed for admissions into IMU programmes.

English Language Examination

Requirements

Examinations     Requirements
MUET**     Band score of 3; or
(For Malaysian students)
IELTS**     Overall band score of 5.5; or
TOEFL iBT**     Overall score of 46 / Scale score of 3.5; or
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)**     Overall score of 162; or
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)**     Overall score of 162; or
Cambridge Linguaskill**     Overall score of 160; or
Pearson Test of English (PTE)**     Overall score of 51; or
Credit Transfer     IELTS Overall band score of 7.0

Overall score of 162

Overall score of 162

Overall score of 160

Overall band score of 5.5

Band score of 3

(For Malaysian students)

Overall score of 51

Overall score of 46 / Scale score of 3.5

The following categories of students* are exempted from the English requirements:

Students who graduated from other institutions where the curriculum is delivered in English Language for example:

Advanced Levels / Australian Matriculation / Australian University Foundation Year / Canadian Matriculation / International Baccalaureate / Foundation in Science / Other Pre-University Programmes from Local Higher Education Institutions

*ONLY applicable to those who are completing the entire degree at IMU, Malaysia.

**Applicable to IMU local degree only.

 

Credit Transfer Language Requirements

Requirements

IELTS Overall band score of 7.0

Note: Please note that achieving the minimum Entry and English requirements as stated does not guarantee you admission into any of IMU’s programmes. Please refer to our Student Admissions Policy for more information.

Programme Structure

Short Semester

Local Students

  • MPU1: Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban

International Students

  • MPU1: Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
  • MPU1: Falsafah dan Isu Semasa
  • MPU2: Academic Communication * /
  • MPU2: Bahasa Kebangsaan A **
  • MPU3: Integrity and Anti-Corruption (Kursus Integriti Dan Anti Rasuah)

* For Malaysian students with credit in SPM BM

** For Malaysian students with no credit in SPM BM

Semester

01

  • Basic Mathematics and Statistics
  • Science Communication
  • Chemistry for Biotechnologists
  • Biodiversity and Conservation for Biotechnology
  • Instrumentation, Biosafety and Quality Management
  • Molecular Biology and Immunology

Semester

02

  • General Pharmacology
  • Medical Microbiology and Parasitology
  • Ethics and Biotechnology
  • Applied Biochemistry
  • Cell and Tissue Culture Techniques
  • Fundamentals of Bioinformatics

Semester

03

  • Analytical Chemistry for Biotechnologists I
  • Principles of Sustainable Development
  • Forensic Science
  • Fundamentals of Structural Biology
  • Molecular Medicine
  • Management and Experimentation on Animals
  • Elective 1 : Algorithms and Data Structure / Elective 2: Medical Epidemiology and Public Health *

* Choose 1 elective module

Semester

04

  • Toxicology and Toxinology
  • Omics Technology
  • Bioprocess Technology
  • Fundamentals of Entrepreneurship
  • Applied Biotechniques in Biotechnology and Community Health
  • Data Analytics
  • Social Responsibility

Short Semester

01

  • Pathology for Biotechnologists
  • Research Methodology
  • Current Trends in Medical Biotechnology
  • Free Elective 1: Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine / Free Elective 2: Radiobiology *

* Choose 1 free elective module

Semester

05

  • Medical Biotechnology Research Projects
  • Elective 3 : Biotechnology Research Commercialisation / Elective 4: Fundamentals of Business Management / Elective 5: Fundamentals of Cosmeceuticals / Elective 6: BioPharming:Harvesting Therapeutics / Elective 7: Functional Foods, Nutraceuticals and Supplements *

* Choose any 3 elective modules

Semester

06

Biotechnology Internship

  • Curriculum is reviewed periodically and subject to change.

Fee Structure

 

Fee Malaysian Student (RM) International Student (RM)
Application Fee 150 500
Registration Fee 950 2,500
International Student Admin Fee 2,500
Refundable Caution Deposit 1,000 1,000
Student Association Fees (per semester) 60 60
  • Application fee is payable upon submission of application.
  • Registration fee and refundable caution deposit are payable upon acceptance of the offer letter issued by the IMU Admissions Office.
  • International students will need to pay a Student Visa Administration Fee of up to RM3,500 (depending on nationality) and a personal bond fee when they register. There’s also an annual Student Visa Renewal Fee that applies each year.
  • Students must adhere to the Policy on Payment of Fees.
  • All tuition and ancillary fees are subject to annual increases, currency exchange rates, and exclusive of levy and bridging fees (if any).
  • Application fee and Registration fee is nonrefundable.
  • All students who are applying for the National Higher Education Fund (NHEF) loans are required to pay their semester fees in FULL by the due date stated in the invoice.

 

  At IMU University Estimated Tuition Fees
at Partner University
  Malaysian Student
Tuition Fees
International Student
Tuition Fees
 
Bachelor of Applied
Science (Hons) in
6 semesters, 3 years 6 semesters, 3 years
Medical Biotechnology (IMU) RM22,950 per semester RM24,200 per semester,  
Total Duration: 3 years RM137,700 RM145,200  
Credit Transfer to 3 semesters, 1.5 years 3 semesters, 1.5 years 4 semesters, 2 years
The University of Newcastle RM22,950 per semester RM23,500 per semester, AUD 46,110 per year
Bachelor of Biotechnology      
Total Duration: 3.5 years RM137,700 RM70,500  
Progression to 6 semesters, 3 years 6 semesters, 3 years 2 semesters, 1 year
University of Strathclyde* RM22,950 per semester RM23,500 per semester, £31,250 per year
MSc Industrial Biotechnology      
Total Duration: 4 years RM137,700 RM145,200  
Progression to 6 semesters, 3 years 6 semesters, 3 years 2 semesters, 1 year
University of Strathclyde* RM22,950 per semester RM23,500 per semester, £32,350 per year
MSc Forensic Science      
Total Duration: 4 years RM137,700 RM145,200  
Credit Transfer to 2 semesters, 1 years 2 semesters, 1 years 4 semesters, 2 years
The University of Dundee RM22,950 per semester RM23,500 per semester, GBP 28,200 per year
(Undergraduate)      
Total Duration: 3.5 years RM45,900 RM48,400  
Credit Transfer to 2 semesters, 1 years 2 semesters, 2 years 6 semesters, 3 years
The University of Dundee RM22,950 per semester RM23,500 per semester, GBP 28,200 per year
(Undergraduate + Postgraduate)      
Total Duration: 3.5 years RM45,900 RM48,400  
Progression to 6 semesters, 3 years 6 semesters, 3 years 2 semesters, 1 year
University of Dundee* RM22,950 per semester RM23,500 per semester, £16,995 -£28, 200 per year
(Postgraduate)      
Total Duration: 4 years RM137,700 RM145,200  
  • *All IMU students transferring to University of Strathclyde and meet the eligibility criteria will be eligible for a 15% bursary. Applicable upon transfer to University of Strathclyde.
  • All listed fees are exclusive of the 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST), which will be applied to all international students where applicable.

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Our Industrial Partners

The curriculum structure is constantly updated to meet the ever-changing industries’ needs and includes research-led teaching to deliver evidence-based knowledge and practice in the industry. Students will have the opportunity to undergo industrial training in the related sectors in their final semester. They will also be able to collaborate with industry or/and researcher in related project in their final year.

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Our Team

Our academic members are highly qualified and experienced in different disciplines. The academic community of IMU pursues and achieves excellence in a wide range of research activities.

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Hear from Our Students and Alumni

Now, I know that studying Medical Biotechnology could make me be someone that I wanted to be, to help alleviate suffering of people through innovation of drugs to treat diseases. In fact, as I learn more about biotechnology, I find out that being a biotechnologist is not just a job which one will only work in a laboratory as a researcher, but it actually provides a lot of job opportunities in many different fields, including government agency for policy regulation, pharmaceutical and technology companies, as a product specialist, etc.

Chiang Jun Wei

MB118-Student

IMU Medical Biotechnology programme has prepared me in a lot of ways for this industrial training such as giving me the the insight that medical biotechnology is not just about being in the field of research but it can be so much more such as in the marketing department, regulatory affairs and many more.

Christopher Naythan Ravi

MB116-Alumnus

I particularly selected the medical biotechnology programme at IMU because the curriculum suits my preference of wanting to learn more of both medical and technology related contents. True enough, the curriculum was up to my expectations and some even were more than what I had expected. In general, the programme was well planned out in terms of helping me to gain knowledge.

Kok Li Shan

Alumna

The Medical Biotechnology programme at IMU and the IMU lecturers have prepared us well for a real work environment not only in equipping us with laboratory skills, but also in soft skills such as communication skill and time management.

Yeo Ee Lin

Student

Frequently Asked Questions

You will need to prepare the following documents for your application:  
  • Verified copies of your academic qualifications
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
  • A copy of your MyKad or the identification page of your passport
  These supporting documents needs to be attached electronically to your application. Please note that all of our programmes require payment of a non-refundable application fee after the application has been submitted. Application will only be processed once the payment for application fee has been made. We wish you all the best with your application and hope we will be welcoming you into one of our programmes soon!
Biotechnology applies scientific and engineering principles and practices to utilise biological resources for development of mankind. Medical Biotechnology applies the wealth of knowledge in biotechnology for the advancement of health sciences.
Semester contents are available in the programme brochure [Download Brochure]
  • Solid foundation in knowledge for biotechnology today and tomorrow
  • Progressive development of technical skills from Year 1 to Year 3
  • Opportunity to work in industry during internship
  • Experience in original research work in an active environment
  • Exposed to entrepreneurial skills and business communications
  • Emphasis on diagnosis and drug discovery for diseases
Methods of curriculum delivery include plenaries, laboratory practicals, small group teaching (Problem based-learning and Tutorials), workshops, computer-aided learning (CAL), seminars, presentations, industrial visits, video reviews, internships, guided reading and portfolio as well as original and independent research work.

Our Alumni: Journey Beyond Graduation

Our alumni today have embarked on diverse and promising career paths across various industries. They are a true testament to the versatility of their education, as they continue to excel in a wide range of professional healthcare fields.

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