The program aims to provide candidates with basic broad-based knowledge, practical and theoretical training in various fields of biotechnology to perform effectively and ethically in the industry. Candidates should be able to work collaboratively with guidance to comprehend a given task and conduct experiments as well as analyze, report and communicate the outcomes. Candidates should possess the ability to pursue lifelong learning for continuous professional development throughout their career.
This program offers a deep dive into the foundational principles of biotechnology and its versatile applications across diverse scientific disciplines. Students will explore the core concepts, methods, and ethical considerations that underpin the field, equipping them with a well-rounded knowledge base essential for both academic and practical pursuits in biotechnology.
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First Year
- Proficiency Skills in English
- Introduction to IT
- General Biology
- Basic Chemistry
- Introduction to Biotechnology
- Academic English
- Entrepreneurship
- Biochemistry
- Safety and Health Management
- Cell and Molecular Biology
- Biotechnology Ethics
Second Year
- English Language Integrated Skills
- Conservation & Waste Management
- Genetics
- Bioprocess
- Microbiology
- Genetic Engineering
- Enzyme & Protein Technology
- Natural Product
- Research Methodology
- Fermentation Technology
Third Year
- Industrial Microbiology
- Food Technology
- Agricultural Biotechnology
- Trends in Biotechnology
- Bioinformatics
- Industrial Training
Local Admission
SPM
Possess SPM with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject and one any other subject, or its equivalent; OR
STAM
Pass STAM with a minimum grade of Maqbul, or its equivalent; and possess SPM with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject and one any other subject, or its equivalent; OR
STPM
Pass STPM with a minimum of Grade C (GP 2.00) in any subject, or its equivalent; and possess SPM with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject and one any other subject, or its equivalent; OR
SKM
Pass SKM (Level 3, MQF) in a related field and possess SPM with one (1) credit; OR
Certificate
A certificate (Level 3, MQF) in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, or its equivalent
Notes
The credit requirement at the SPM level for candidates in categories (ii) and (iii) can be waived should the grades obtained at the STPM / STAM level be equivalent / higher.
Any equivalent qualification recognized by the Malaysian Government
International Admission
The English Language Entry Requirement for International Student at University of GEOMATIKA Malaysia are as follows:
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) – Score 5.0
Malaysian University English Test (MUET) – Band 3.0
** For students who do not have the above English Qualification, they must undergo Geomatika’s English Program
Employment opportunities are available as per the following :
- Clinical technician
- Laboratory assistant
- Biomedical equipment assistant
- Microbiologist
- DNA analyst
- Business development manager
- Pharmaceutical consultant
- Plant breeder
- Geneticist
- Food scientist
- Animal scientist
- Epidemiologist
- Bio informaticist
- Researcher
- Medical writer
Why Study at Universiti Geomatika Malaysia for
Diploma in Biotechnology
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