Overview

University of Malaya's Chemistry trained to develop their critical, creative and innovative thinking. The Department is proud to produce graduates who are highly regarded, and much sought after in the workforce market. Presently, the Department has 54 academic staff, several of whom are from abroad, and 1 Emeritus Professor.

Key facts

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. Since the establishment, the Department has produced many MSc and PhD graduates who assume high positions in both government and private organization locally and internationally.

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 2026-10-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-03-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-10-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-08-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

5.5

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Credits

132 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Disciplines

Chemistry View 18 other Bachelors in Chemistry in Malaysia

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

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Other requirements

General requirements

Senior High School Certificate
Pass with a minimum average of 65%
Obtain a minimum of 60% / grade B- in Chemistry
Obtain a minimum of 60% / grade B- in any ONE (1) of the following subjects: Biology, Physics, Mathematics
Matriculations/Foundations
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 from a recognized institution approved by UM Senate
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in Chemistry
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in any ONE (1) of the following subjects: Biology, Physics, Mathematics
Diploma
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 from a recognized institution approved by UM Senate
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in Chemistry
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in any ONE (1) of the following subjects: Biology, Physics, Mathematics, Further Mathematics
GCE A-Level
Obtain a recognized GCE A-Level qualification
Obtain a minimum of grade B in Chemistry
Obtain a minimum of grade B in any ONE (1) of the following subjects: Biology, Physics, Mathematics, Further Mathematics
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Obtain a minimum score of 30 points
Obtain at least Grade 5 (HL) / 6 (SL) in Chemistry
Obtain at least Grade 5 (HL) / 6 (SL) in any ONE (1) of the following subjects: Biology, Physics, Mathematics, Further Mathematics
AUSMAT
Obtain a minimum score of 80 in the Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR)
Obtain a minimum of grade B in Chemistry
Obtain a minimum of grade B in any ONE (1) of the following subjects: Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Further Mathematics

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

78500 MYR / year

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Citizens or residents

60100 MYR / year

≈ 60100 MYR / year

Living costs

Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia

2210 - 3815 MYR / month

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