Overview

Marine Biology (Hons) program imparts insights into diverse species’ adaptations, interactions, and habitats within ocean ecosystems. Students are expected to grasp ecological concepts, study marine biodiversity, and understand environmental challenges, particularly from the South China Sea. Explore conservation strategies and the impact of human activities on marine environments through practical skills in fieldwork and lab analysis. Overall, this discipline equips students with a profound understanding of ocean life, ecological balance, and the tools to contribute to the safeguarding of our marine resources.

Features

The programmes at Universiti Malaysia Terengganu (UMT) belonging to three field of studies i.e. Biology, Chemistry and Marine Biology, are designed to ensure graduates develop a strong background in the selected field of study providing opportunities for them to specialize in areas of interest.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Ocean and Life

Biology of Marine Vertebrates & Invertebrates

Coral Reef Biology and Ecology

Field Work for Marine Biology

Estuarine and Mangrove Ecology

Management and Conservation of Marine Biodiversity

Marine Planktonology

Diseases and Parasites of Marine Organisms

Blue Carbon Biology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 42 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia

Disciplines

Biology Marine Science View 12 other Bachelors in Marine Science in Malaysia

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Academic requirements

GPA

2

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

STPM (Science):
Pass STPM or equivalent, with a minimum Grade C (CGPA 2.00) in any TWO (2) subjects;
AND
Obtained Credit/ Honors (Grade C) at SPM level in the following subjects: Additional Mathematics; or Mathematics and one of the subjects of Science, Technology or Engineering: Physics/ Chemistry/ Biology/ Additional Science/ Technical Communication Graphics/ Fundamentals of Sustainability/ Agriculture/ Home Science/ Invention/ Computer Science/ Sports Science/ Civil Engineering Studies/ Mechanical Engineering Studies/ Engineering Drawing/ Digital Graphic/ Multimedia Production. OR
Pass STPM in Science stream or equivalent, with a minimum Grade C (CGPA 2.00) in the following subjects: Mathematics (T); and one of the following Science/ ICT subjects: Information and Communications Technology/ Physics/ Chemistry/ Biology/ Sports Science/ Visual Arts.
Get at least Level 3 (Band 3) in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET).

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Tuition Fees

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2062 USD / year

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Citizens or residents

583 USD / year

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Additional Details

Local - MYR 7,950.00

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Language

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