Master of Science (Biotechnology)

1. University General Courses: 3 credits
-UXX6XX3 (Choose 1 course from the list given by School of Graduate Studies)
2. Core Courses (12 credits)
-MSCB 1403 Reseaech Methodology
-MSCB 1813 Protein Engineering
-MSCB 1113 Biochemistry and Microbial Physiology
-MSCB 1523 Industrial Technology & Bioreactor Design
3. Elective courses (choose 6 credits)
-MSCB 1323 Tissue Culture Approaches in Industrial Biotechnology
-MSCB 1423 Halal Industry Regulations, Management and Practices
-MSCB 1523 Agricultural Practices
-MSCB 1203 Algae Biotechnology
-MSCB 1223 Environmental Bioengineering
-MSCB 1823 Bioinformatics
4. Research course
-MSCB 1280 Research Proposal (pre-requisite Research Methodology)
-MSCB XX80 Dissertation (pre-requisite Research Proposal)

- PEO1: Competent in applying advanced knowledge towards solving Biotechnology problems to meet local and global needs
PEO2: Adaptable to changing situations with initiatives for career advancement through life-long learning
PEO3: Holistic leader who adhere to standards of ethical conduct within professional and societal setting

PLO1: Synthesize advanced knowledge, theories and concepts in biotechnology.
PLO2: Produce innovative solutions to complex and current issues in biotechnology and related fields.
PLO3: Use specific and advanced equipment in executing specialized Research Methodology to generate accurate and valid data
PLO4: Collaborate effectively with different groups in learning and working communities
PLO5: Communicate effectively using appropriate media in delivering knowledge and ideas to the relevant communities
PLO6: Utilize a wide range of suitable digital technologies and appropriate software competently to enhance study and research.
PLO7: Evaluate numerical and graphical data using relevant software as well as qualitative and quantitative methods for research.
PLO8: Demonstrate leadership skills, autonomy and responsibility in supervising and managing an organization.
PLO9: Demonstrate self-advancement through continuous academic and professional development
PLO10: Initiate entrepreneurial ventures in biotechnology and related field
PLO11: Practice adherence to biosafety guidelines, professional ethics and legal norms.

UTM Master’s Degree Entry Requirements (Local & International)
To be eligible for a Master’s by Mixed Mode program at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), applicants—both local and international—must meet the following requirements;

Academic Requirements

For First Class / Second Class Upper / Excellent Pass Bachelor's Degree
CGPA of 2.75 or higher (Scale of 4) or equivalent: No working experience required.
CGPA of 3.38 or higher (Scale of 5) or equivalent: No working experience required.
CGPA of 13.75 or higher (Scale of 20) or equivalent: No working experience required.
Percentage of 68.75% or higher: No working experience required.
1000 Marks of 687.5 or higher: No working experience required.

For Second Class Lower / Very Good Pass Bachelor's Degree
CGPA between 2.50 and 2.75 (Scale of 4) or equivalent: Subject to rigorous internal assessment.
CGPA between 3.13 and 3.43 (Scale of 5) or equivalent: Subject to rigorous internal assessment.
CGPA between 12.5 and 13.75 (Scale of 20) or equivalent: Subject to rigorous internal assessment.
Percentage between 62.5% and 68.75%: Subject to rigorous internal assessment.
1000 Marks between 625 and 687.5: Subject to rigorous internal assessment.

For Good Pass / Third Class Bachelor's Degree
CGPA below 2.50 (Scale of 4) or equivalent: 5 years of relevant work experience required.
CGPA below 3.13 (Scale of 5) or equivalent: 5 years of relevant work experience required.
CGPA below 12.5 (Scale of 20) or equivalent: 5 years of relevant work experience required.
Percentage below 62.5%: 5 years of relevant work experience required.
1000 Marks below 625: 5 years of relevant work experience required.

Admission through APEL (For malaysian candidates only)
Malaysian citizens with an APEL.A T7 certificate can be considered for admission (subject to faculty approval).
Visit https://apel.utm.my/ for more information about APEL certificate.

English Language Requirements (International Applicants Only)
If your previous degree was not conducted in English, you’ll need to meet UTM’s English proficiency standards. Accepted minimum scores include:
MUET Band 4.0
IELTS Band 6.0
TOEFL iBT score of 60
Pearson (PTE Academic) score of 59
Cambridge English score of 169 (B2 level)
Or completion of ELS Level 109 (CIEP)
If your score is lower, you’ll need to attend either UTM's Intensive English Programme (IEP) or ELS CIEP and complete up to Level 109.
Visit https://admission.utm.my/english-language-requirements-3/ for more information about English requirements.

Who’s Exempted?
You’re exempted from English tests if:
You finished high school or graduated from English-speaking countries (like the US, UK, Australia, Singapore, India, Nigeria, etc.).
You’re an undergraduate with international school, A-Levels, or IB qualifications.
You’re a postgraduate from Brunei, Indonesia, or other Malay-speaking countries and your thesis will be written in Malay (with approval).
For Islamic Civilization postgrads, thesis in Arabic is also allowed (with approval).

Linguaskill is a 100% online and computer-based test, which enables test takers to be remotely proctored and have their English competency levels tested wherever they are. However, we would like to inform you that UTM will only accept the Linguaskill Online language proficiency test results if the candidate registers for the test with a Malaysian test center specifically under SASBADI (Institution: MY959) which is the exclusive and authorized Linguaskill Agent by Cambridge Assessment English in Malaysia. The decision to use a VPN to register for the Linguaskill test with a Malaysian test centeris up to the individual student.
Candidates may click the link below to register for the Cambridge Linguaskill test: https://e4c.sasbadi.com/linguaskill/register/ra-utm1-c1

Health Requirements (International Students)
All international students must undergo a mandatory health screening upon arriving in Malaysia. You must be free from any infectious or contagious diseases, and if you're from a yellow fever endemic country, you must provide a valid immunization certificate. Without it, you may be subject to quarantine for up to 6 days.

UTM reserves the right to withdraw admission offers or terminate enrollment if a student is found to have serious health issues that may affect their academic progress.

-Biomanufacturing Associate
-Academician (Matriculation/ Pre U level)
- Microbiologist
- Research Officer/ Clinical Manager
-Product Specialist
-Consultant/ Regulatory Affairs Specialist
-Lab Analyst & Executive
-Quality Assurance Officer
-Corporate Learning Advisor
•-Biotechnology Engineer

Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA)