Overview

Bioinformatics is an area of study which intersects biotechnology and computing science. It applies computer science and information technology to processing of biological data.

This is a field with enormous possibilities in advancing medicine, agriculture and other biology-related areas. With the support of our lecturers, your analytical and problem-solving skills will be enhanced through collaborative, group-based assessments and projects.

In your final yearv of the Bioinformatics (Hons) programme from Management and Science University, you will undertake an industrial placement to gain real working experience.

Career Prospects

Bioinformatics Research Scientist
Biology Informatics Software Engineer
Biostatistician
Pharmacogenetics Scientist
Computational Biologist
Genome and Protein Analysis Scientist
Pharmaceutical Drug Designer
Software Engineer
Information Technology Engineer/Programme

Programme Structure

Courses include:

E-Health and Ethics in Bioinformatics

Cell and Tissue Biology

General Genetics

Biochemistry

Molecular Biology

Data Structure and Algorithm

JAVA Programming

Informatics Ecology and Environment

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-01 00:00:00

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More details

International: You are advised to submit your application at least 2 months prior to the commencement of your programme intake.

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biology Bioinformatics & Biostatistics Biochemistry View 10 other Bachelors in Bioinformatics & Biostatistics in Malaysia

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Passed STPM/equivalent, with Grade C (2.00 CGPA) in two (2) subjects and Credit in Additional Mathematics at SPM level or grade C (2.00 CGPA) at STPM level; OR
Passed STAM with Jayyid and Credit in Additional Mathematics at SPM level; OR
Passed Matriculation / Foundation, with 2.00 CGPA and credit in Additional Mathematics at SPM level; OR
Passed UEC with Grade B in five (5) subjects including Mathematics; OR
Obtained a Diploma in Computer Science / Software Engineering / Information Technology / Information Systems / equivalent, with 2.50 CGPA and Credit in Mathematics at SPM level; candidates with CGPA below 2.50 but above 2.00 Credit in Additional Mathematics at SPM level may be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment; OR
Candidates presenting a Diploma in Science and Technology with CGPA 2.50 may be admitted subject to rigorous evaluation and a Credit in Additional Mathematics at SPM level; OR

Student insurance

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Tuition Fee

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International

7000 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21000 USD for the full programme during 36 months.

RM40,000 - RM45,000 national

Living costs for Shah Alam

1457 - 2035 MYR /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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