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Level 17, The Bousteador No.10, Jalan PJU 7/6, Mutiara Damansara 47800 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
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BSc (Hons) Applied Microbiology

About

UCSI University’s Microbiology programme explores microscopic life forms and their processes, integrating fields like genetics, molecular biology, and immunology. It prepares students for careers in healthcare, biotechnology, environmental science, pharmaceuticals, and forensics. With over 80% PhD-qualified lecturers and access to 4,500+ global internship partners, the programme provides strong academic and hands-on training, empowering graduates to succeed in the dynamic field of microbiology worldwide.

Key facts

Statistics
Qualification Bachelor's Degree
Study mode Full-time
Duration 3 years
Intakes February, June, October
Total estimated cost (local) $ 22,326
Total estimated cost (foreign) $ 21,510

Subjects

  • Applied Science

  • Biology

Duration

3 years

Tuition fees

Description Local students Foreign students
Tuition fee $ 22,326 $ 20,123
Miscellaneous fees Data not available $ 1,387
Total estimated cost of attendance $ 22,326 $ 21,510
Estimated cost per year $ 7,442 $ 7,170

Estimated cost as reported by the institution. There may be additional administrative fees. Please contact us for the latest information.

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Admissions

Intakes

Entry Requirements

  • UCSI Foundation in Science or equivalent in Malaysia: Minimum CGPA 2.00 and possess SPM/O-level with THREE credits in Mathematics ONE science subject and ONE any other subject, or its equivalent
  • Matriculation: Minimum CGPA 2.00 and possess SPM/O-level with THREE credits inclusive of Mathematics and one science subject and one any other subject, or its equivalent
  • STPM: Minimum GPA of 2.0/Grade C in any two subjects and possess SPM/O-Level with THREE credits in Mathematics, ONE Science subject and ONE any other subject
  • ​UEC: Minimum grade B in FIVE subjects inclusive of Chemistry, Biology, Physics/Mathematics, and PASS SPM or equivalent
  • ​A-levels: Minimum Grade C (GPA of 2.0) in any two subjects, and THREE credits in O-Level inclusive of Mathematics and ONE Science subject
  • Australian High/Secondary School Diploma (Grade 12) - SAM/ AUSMAT/ SACE/ TEE/ NTCE/ WACE: Minimum ATAR of 60% or minimum average of 60% in FIVE subjects inclusive of Chemistry, Biology, Physics/Mathematics, and PASS SPM or equivalent
  • Canadian Grade 12 – CPU/CIMP: Pass with minimum mark of 60% inclusive Chemistry, Biology, Physics/Mathematics, and possess SPM (or equivalent)
  • International Baccalaureate (IB): Minimum score of 26/42 from SIX subjects inclusive of Chemistry, Biology, Physics/Mathematics, and PASS SPM or equivalent
  • Diploma/Advanced Diploma: Minimum CGPA of 2.0 or equivalent

English Language Requirements

For Local Students:

  • SPM English language: B+
  • CEFR: Low B1
  • English language 1119/O-Level English/IGCSE: C
  • UEC English Language: A2
  • MUET: Band 3

In the event that the English language requirements are not met, applicants will be required to take the Basic English and English Foundation for in-sessional academic enhancement concurrently with the programme/ sit for Cambridge Linguistic Test (CLT)

For International Students:

  • Cambridge Linguaskill: 154
  • IELTS: Score of 5.0
  • Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests: 154
  • TOEFL: 42
  • Pearson Test of English: 47
  • MUET: Band 3
  • CEFR: Low B1

Curriculum

Year 1

  • University Life

  • Chemistry For Applied Sciences
  • Biomolecular Structure and Function
  • Fundamental Techniques in Applied Sciences
  • Human Anatomy and Physiology
  • Microbiology
  • Immunology
  • Extra-curricular Learning Experience 1
  • Co-Operative Placement 1

Elective 1 (Choose one)

  • Fundamentals of Marketing
  • Introduction to Public Speaking
  • Introduction to Programming

Elective 2 (Choose two)

  • Environmental Monitoring and Assessment
  • Ecology and Sustainability
  • Introduction to Biomaterials
  • Food Safety and Quality System

Year 2

  • IP Rights and Biosafety

  • Microbial Genetics
  • Analytical Chemistry
  • Food Microbiology
  • Research Methods and Data Analysis
  • Bioinformatics
  • Biocatalyst and Biosensors
  • Tools in Genetic Engineering
  • Extra-curricular Learning Experience 2
  • Co-Operative Placement 2

Elective 3 (Choose one)

  • Environmental Monitoring and Assessment
  • Ecology and Sustainability
  • Introduction to Biomaterials
  • Food Safety and Quality System

Year 3

  • Bioeconomy and Commercialisation
  • Agricultural Microbiology
  • Environmental Microbiology
  • Industrial Microbiology
  • Medical Microbiology
  • Pharmaceutical Microbiology
  • Current Topics in Microbiology
  • Extra-curricular Learning Experience 3
  • Co-Operative Placement 3
  • Applied Microbiology Research Project 1
  • Applied Microbiology Research Project 2
  • Applied Microbiology Research Project 3

General Courses (MPU) are compulsory for all students.

For Malaysian students:

  1. Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations (Penghayatan Etika and Peradaban)
  2. Philosophy and Contemporary Issues (Falsafah dan Isu Semasa)

For Foreign students:

  1. Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
  2. Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3 (Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3)