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DIPLOMA IN
BIOTECHNOLOGY
(R3/0512/4/0006)(08/30)(A 6153)

Faculty of Bioeconomics, Food & Health Sciences

Diploma in Biotechnology | Geomatika

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
  • Mathematics & Statistics
  • General Chemistry
  • Introduction to Biotechnology
  • Academic English
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Biochemistry
  • Safety and Health Management
  • Cell and Molecular Biology
  • General Biology

Second Year


  • English Language Integrated Skills
  • Fermentation Technology
  • Genetics
  • Bioprocess
  • Microbiology
  • Genetic Engineering
  • Conservation & Waste Management
  • Enzyme & Protein Technology
  • Natural Product
  • Biotechnology Ethics

Third Year


  • Industrial Microbiology
  • Food Technology
  • Agricultural Biotechnology
  • Trends in Biotechnology
  • Bioinformatics
  • Industrial Training

Local Admission


i. Possess Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject and one any other subject, or its equivalent;OR
ii. Pass Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (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
iii. Pass Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (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
iv. Pass Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM) (Level 3, MQF) in a related field and possess SPM with one (1) credit; OR
v. A Certificate (Level 3, MQF) in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, or its equivalent; OR
vi. Pass APEL.A T4
Note: The credit requirement at SPM level for candidate in categories (ii) and (iii) can be waived should the grades obtained at the STPM / STAM level are equivalent/higher.

International Admission


The English Language Entry Requirement for International Student at University of GEOMATIKA Malaysia are as follows:

Achieve a minimum score of 5.0 in International English Language Testing System (IELTS) OR Band 3.5 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET) OR equivalent to Common European Framework of reference for Languages (CEFR) High B1.

** 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

Diploma in Biotechnology | Geomatika