Overview

The molecular knowledge has helped us to learn about the biological processes which take place in cells and organisms, study the properties of biological molecules for a variety of purposes, find uses for biomolecules and produce new products for applied usage.

The Biochemistry discipline at University of Malaya has made vital contributions to the fields of cell biology, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, microbiology, immunology, nutrition, forensic science, and toxicology. Thus, research in biochemistry has contributed crucially in medicine, industrial application, agriculture and food production.

Career Opportunity & Industry

Biochemists perform research projects, prepare technical reports, manage laboratory personnel and present research output to stakeholders and may also later involve in decision and policy making.The main employers of biochemistry graduates in the public sector include government departments, research institute sand universities.Potential Industry: pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food, water and agricultural companies. Biochemistry skills and knowledge are also demanded in areas such as sales and marketing.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Science, Technology and Society
Statistics
Bioethics and Safety
Fundamentals of Chemistry
Biochemistry of Cells
Principles of Biochemical Techniques

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-10-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-30 00:00:00

Language

English

PTE Academic

41

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TOEFL^® IBT

61

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Credits

124 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Disciplines

Biochemistry View 23 other Bachelors in Biochemistry in Malaysia

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

PTE Academic

41

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TOEFL^® IBT

61

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Other requirements

General requirements

National Higher School Certificate (or an Advanced Level equivalent) with the grade 80% and above OR
A Diploma from recognized Institutions with the least a CGPA of 3.00
Applicant may be required to undergo an interview session for certain selection programme before being accepted by the respective faculty

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Tuition Fee

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International

70600 MYR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 70600 MYR per year during 48 months.
National

9800 MYR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9800 MYR per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Kuala Lumpur

2210 - 3815 MYR /month

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Scholarships Information

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