Bachelor of Biotechnology Industry (Hons)
Shah Alam, Malaysia
DEGREE TYPE
Bachelor's degree
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LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The Bachelor of Biotechnology Industry (Hons) offers a comprehensive education in biotechnology, focusing on industrial applications. The program encourages hands-on experience and integrates theory with practical skills, preparing students for real-world challenges in the biotechnology field. Graduates will explore various aspects of biotechnology, including research, development, and commercialization of bioproducts.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers in biotechnology research, quality assurance, regulatory affairs, and product development. They may also work in sectors like pharmaceuticals, environmental technology, and food industries, contributing to advancements in healthcare and sustainable practices.
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Introduction
Professional Recognition: Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA)
Intake: January / April/ June / September/ December
Duration: 3 Years
Overview
This program will provide students with:
- fundamental knowledge, principles, and skills in biotechnology.
- strong analytical and critical thinking skills to solve problems by applying knowledge, principles in biotechnology.
- ability to acquire and apply basic knowledge and skill in science and biotechnology.
- Skills and understanding of biotechnology processes will be developed through a planned series of practical skill-based activities.
- Students will be exposed to a hands-on activity via, labwork, assignment, and a thesis that are designed to allow the development of hands-on skills and develop creativity in designing and planning.
- Students will also expose to the needed soft skills in real-life situations as individuals involved with the biotechnology industry. This set of skills is acquired through learning courses, assignments, a thesis that emphasize soft skills such as the communication and presentation skills, critical thinking and scientific problem solving (pre-planning, production, and organization), leadership skills and entrepreneurship.
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Program Outcome
Program Learning Outcomes
At the end of this programme, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of plant biotechnology, microbial biotechnology, animal biotechnology, marine biotechnology, industrial biotechnology, and bio-entrepreneurship.
- Analyze, synthesize and apply knowledge and information in various areas of biotechnology.
- Apply theoretical knowledge and practical skills in relevant areas of biotechnology.
- Possess good interpersonal skills and communicates effectively.
- Make a decision and work independently.
- Manage basic biosafety and biohazard facilities.
- Function effectively as an individual, leader, and teamwork.
- Pursue life-long learning to meet global challenges.
- Be professional and ethical in their profession.
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
- Research Officer
- Science Officer
- Lab Manager
- Product Specialist
- Laboratory Executive
- Tissue Culturist
- Environmental / Safety Specialist
- Quality Controller
- Entrepreneur
- Research Associate
- Lecturer
- Scientist
Expected Salary
- Public Sector: Basic starting monthly salary is around RM1,650; plus allowances (such as housing and services) the total can amount to around RM2,300.
- Private Sector: The amount of basic starting monthly salary can vary from the above amount. However, the total amount of monthly salary earned (inclusive of allowances) is subject to negotiation and can be higher than that earned in the public sector.