Overview

Apart from teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate degree levels, the staff also conduct quality research in fundamental and applied chemistry. Although the academic staff have different research interests, they adhere to the same philosophy in solving chemical-related problems and in the development of expertise in chemistry. In addition to the undergraduate programme, the department also offers MSc by research and coursework; and PhD programmes.

Career Opportunity & Industry

Basically, there are three professions that University of Malaya's Chemistry graduates can choose as a career path. The first one is industry, the second one is academia, and the third one is the uniform body. Industry offers the opportunity to work in the company that produces / manufactures chemicals/health materials.

Academic career opportunities are most suitable for UM graduates who have a passion for teaching. Some examples of academic careers are listed below. Chemists also can work with the unified body of government and their work is sought in felony cases.

Industrial: UM alumni can work in a variety of industries listed below

Academic: lecturers, teachers, science officers, research assistants.

Uniform body: Forensics, narcotic divisions

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Principle Chemistry
Computer Programming for the Sciences
Inorganic Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
Physical Chemistry
Mathematics in Chemistry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-10-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-06-17 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

60

Credits

132 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Mathematics Chemistry Natural Sciences View 42 other Bachelors in Mathematics in Malaysia

Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

60

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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

Tuition Fee

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International

3985 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 15940 USD for the full programme during 48 months.
National

650 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2601 USD for the full programme during 48 months.

Local: RM 11,700
International: RM 71,700

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.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Chemistry.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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