Overview

Biochemistry (Hons) from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia provides the basis for practical advances in medicine, veterinary medicine, agriculture and biotechnology. This programme emphasises on understanding all these biological processes via molecular approach. The programme is designed in such a way that the students will be able to appreciate the complexity of life at the molecular level.

Careers

Academic researcher.

Analytical chemist.

Biomedical scientist.

Biotechnologist.

Clinical research associate.

Clinical scientist, biochemistry.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Molecular sciences

Biochemistry

Chemistry

Biological Sciences

Biology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-10-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-09-17 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2023-08-20 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

46

Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Chemistry Biology Biochemistry View 36 other Bachelors in Biochemistry in Malaysia

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

46

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete 12 years of Primary and High School education; and

Obtain High School (e.g. Higher Secondary Certificate, Senior Secondary School Graduation Certificate, Tawjihiyah, Ijazah Sekolah Menengah Atas, High School Diploma); and

Meet minimum English requirement set by faculty; and

Pass UKM interview (if required) ; and

Meet faculty specific requirement;

Tuition Fee

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International

4272 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 17088 USD for the full programme during 48 months.
National

3242 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12968 USD for the full programme during 48 months.

Local Students Total Fees : RM 54,300

International Students Total Fees : RM 71,550

Living costs for Kuala Lumpur

2210 - 3815 MYR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.