Bachelor of Biomedical Science with Honours
Program Overview
Bachelor of Biomedical Science with Honours
Program Summary
The Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences with Honours at UKM is a 4-year degree program. Biomedical Sciences is a field that explores the science of human biology and medical science. The courses offered provide students with marketable skills and include Phlebotomy, Laboratory Management, Medical Entomology, Community Health, Industrial Training, and Biomedical Science Research. In addition to well-qualified and highly experienced academic staff, experts from the industry also provide valuable sharing sessions. Maintaining the high standard of the program and ensuring accreditation from both the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and the internationally recognised Institute for Biomedical Sciences (IBMS), United Kingdom, is a top priority.
Programme Requirements
- STPM, Matriculation, Asasi, STAM, Diploma
- General Requirements
- Programme Requirements
English Language Proficiency Requirements
- An international candidate is required to fulfill the English Language proficiency requirements as follows: a) Obtained TOEFL (550), IELTS(6) or MUET (4) results which fulfill the score or minimum band requirements prescribed by the programme; or b) For certain programmes, a candidate is required to sit for an English Proficiency Test (EPT) and if he/she fails to achieve the level specified by the programme, the candidate is required to attend and pass the English Proficiency Module (EPM) in a maximum period of two (2) semesters before he is allowed to register for the study programme. The candidate shall register as a Non-Graduating Student.
- The Faculty/Institute may grant exemption to the requirements specified in subregulation (1) for the international candidate who: a) will be writing his/her thesis/dissertation in the Malay/ Arabic languages; b) has the academic qualifications obtained from any local universities recognised by the Senate; or c) is originally from a country where English is the official language or he/she has the academic qualifications obtained from any higher learning institution which uses English as the medium of instruction.
Tuition Fees
Local Students
| Duration of Study (Semester) | Registration | Service & Activity | Tuition Fees | 1st Semester | Subsequent Semesters | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 1,200 | 590 | 600 | 2,390 | 1,190 | 10,720 |
International Students
Please note that international students should refer to the specific guidelines provided by the university for tuition fees.
Course Structure
Year 1
Semester I
- NNNB1234 Anatomy and Health Physiology I
- NNNB1232 Basic Biochemistry
- NNNB1433 Genetic Biochemistry and Molecules
- NNNB1252 Basic Microbiology
Semester II
- NNNB1262 Histology
- NNNB1284 Anatomy and Health Physiology II
- NNNB1423 Metabolism Biochemistry
- NNNB1422 Biochemistry Laboratory Techniques
- NNPD1022 Behavioral Science
Year 2
Semester I
- NNNB2253 Medical Bacteriology
- NNNB2293 Parasites and Humans
- NNNB2234 Clinical Biochemistry
- NNNB2433 Basic Biochemistry
- NNNB2233 Biomedical Science Instrumentation
Semester II
- NNNB2244 Systemic Pathology and Histopathology
- NNNB2264 General Pharmacology
- NNNB2423 Medical Entomology
Year 3
Semester I
- NNNB3433 Basic Biostatistics
- NNNB3453 Medical Virology and Mycology
- NNNB3473 Health Toxicology
- NNNB3274 Diagnostic Laboratory Skills I
- NNNB3434 Clinical Hematology
- NNNB3212 Basic Phlebotomy
Semester II
- NNNB3443 Medical Immunology
- NNNB3262 Biomedical Science Laboratory Management
- NNNB3463 Blood Transfusion
- NNNB3284 Diagnostic Laboratory Skills II
- NNNB3422 Biomedical Research Methods
- NNNB3482 Biomedical Science Research Proposal
- NNNB3**2 Elective Course
Year 4
Semester I
- NNNB4432 Cytology
- NNNB4232 Introduction To Community Health
- NNNB4454 Biomedical Science Research I
- NNNB4**2 Elective Course
- NNNB4**2 Elective Course
Semester II
- NNNB4884 Case Study
- NNNB4242 Infectious Disease Management
- NNNB4464 Biomedical Science Research II
- NNNB4264 Industrial Training
Elective Courses
(ONLY TAKES 8 UNIT)
- NNNB3362 Environmental and Health Microbiology
- NNNB3532 Biomedical Science Statistic
- NNNB3332 Human Embryology
- NNNB3142 Medical Parasitology and Entomology Methods
- NNNB3312 Genetic Biochemistry Disorders and Diseases
- NNNB3352 Endocrine Biochemistry Diseases
- NNNB4152 Application of Molecular Biology in Biomedical Sciences
- NNNB4332 Chemical Pathology
- NNNB4352 Applied Biochemistry
- NNNB4152 Advanced Microbiology Laboratory Methods
Life at Faculty
The Faculty of Health Sciences UKM is situated within the city center of Kuala Lumpur. Various facilities including the library, cafeterias, and student lounges are available for the students to study, to have discussion sessions with their peers, or to have a break in between lectures. The hostel accommodation is at the edge of the peaceful green hub surrounding the Titiwangsa Lake Gardens, one of the most scenic sites of Kuala Lumpur. Students will be able to relax or exercise at the park if they require a change of scenery. The program also has a tight-knit relationship with the alumni and industrial stakeholders to help mould the students to become professionals in their career pathway. Being in the family of Biomed@UKM is a wonderful lifetime experience. We believe that every student is like a rough diamond, full of hidden potential that with the right tools, skill, and care, would become most valuable gems that not only sparkle indefinitely but live to inspire as well.
Faculty Information
- Campus: Jalan Raja Muda Abdul Aziz, Kuala Lumpur
- Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences
- Degree: Bachelor of Biomedical Science with Honours
- Length: 4 Years