This program delves into marine and brackish life and ecosystems, exploring organisms from microscopic plankton to massive whales. Marine biology imparts insights into diverse species’ adaptations, interactions, and habitats within ocean ecosystems. Students are expected to grasp ecological concepts, study marine biodiversity, and understand environmental challenges, particularly from the South China Sea. Explore conservation strategies and the impact of human activities on marine environments through practical skills in fieldwork and lab analysis. Overall, this discipline equips students with a profound understanding of ocean life, ecological balance, and the tools to contribute to the safeguarding of our marine resources.
Course Offered
Ocean and Life
Biology of Marine Vertebrates & Invertebrates
Coral Reef Biology and Ecology
Introduction to Marine Biotechnology
Field Work for Marine Biology
Estuarine and Mangrove Ecology
Management and Conservation of Marine Biodiversity
Marine Planktonology
Diseases and Parasites of Marine Organisms
Blue Carbon Biology
Entry Requirements
General Entry Requirements
Obtain Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) with credit in Bahasa Malaysia / Malay Language and pass History (beginning 2013). Credit in Bahasa Malaysia / Malay Language (July paper) is also accepted.
Obtain at least CGPA 2.00 with Grade C in three (3) subjects including General Studies.
Obtain at least Level 1 (Band 1) in Malaysian University English Test (MUET) within the validity period on the date of application.
Specific Requirements: STPM (Science)
Pass STPM or equivalent with a minimum Grade C (CGPA 2.00) in any TWO (2) subjects;
AND Obtain Credit (Grade C) at SPM level in: Additional Mathematics; OR Mathematics and one (1) Science/Technology/Engineering subject: Physics / Chemistry / Biology / Additional Science / Technical Communication Graphics / Fundamentals of Sustainability / Agriculture / Home Science / Invention / Computer Science / Sports Science / Civil Engineering Studies / Mechanical Engineering Studies / Engineering Drawing / Digital Graphic / Multimedia Production.
OR Pass STPM in Science stream or equivalent with minimum Grade C (CGPA 2.00) in: Mathematics (T); AND One (1) of the following Science / ICT subjects: Information and Communications Technology / Physics / Chemistry / Biology / Sports Science / Visual Arts.
Obtain at least Level 2 (Band 2) in Malaysian University English Test (MUET).
General Entry Requirements
Obtain SPM with credit in Bahasa Malaysia / Malay Language and pass History (beginning 2013).
Pass Matriculation KPM / Foundation Science UM / Foundation UiTM with minimum CGPA 2.00.
Obtain at least Level 1 (Band 1) in MUET within validity period.
Specific Requirements
Pass Matriculation/Foundation or equivalent with minimum GPA 2.00;
AND Obtain credit (Grade C) at SPM level in: Additional Mathematics; OR Mathematics and one (1) Science/Technology/Engineering subject: Physics / Chemistry / Biology / Additional Science / Technical Communication Graphics / Fundamentals of Sustainability / Agriculture / Household Science / Design / Computer Science / Sports Science / Engineering Studies / Mechanical Engineering Studies / Engineering Drawing / Digital Graphic Design / Multimedia Production.
Obtain at least Level 2 (Band 2) in MUET.
General Entry Requirements
Obtain SPM with credit in Bahasa Malaysia / Malay Language and pass History (beginning 2013).
Obtain a Diploma or equivalent qualification recognized by the Government of Malaysia and approved by the Public University Senate;
OR Pass STPM (2018 or earlier) with at least Grade C (NGMP 2.00) in three (3) subjects including General Studies;
OR Pass Matriculation/Foundation (2018 or earlier) with CGPA 2.00;
OR Pass STAM (2017 or earlier) with at least Jayyid;
AND Obtain at least Level 1 (Band 1) in MUET within validity period.
Specific Requirements
Diploma in Computer Science / Software Engineering / Information Technology / Information Systems or equivalent with minimum CGPA 2.50;
OR Diploma in Science and Technology with minimum CGPA 2.50.
Obtain at least Level 2 (Band 2) in MUET.
General Entry Requirements
Senior High School / Senior Secondary School / equivalent certificate (minimum 11–12 years of education); OR
GCE ‘A’ Level obtained in one sitting; OR
Other equivalent qualification recognized by the University Senate.
English Language Requirements
TOEFL minimum 550; OR
IELTS minimum 5.5; OR
MUET minimum Band 3.
Our International Centre office will advise prospective students on entry requirements. Please refer to the International Centre website for further information.
Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL)
Pass Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) assessment conducted by MQA in related fields for admission to Bachelor’s level (Level 6, MQF).
Candidate must submit APEL Certificate from MQA before admission process.
Obtain at least Level 3 (Band 3) in MUET.
Fees, Funding & Scholarship
Course's Fees
Local
Malaysian RinggitMYR 7,950.00
International
US DollarUSD 7,220
Funding and Scholarship
You may be eligible for government finance to help pay for the costs of studying. See the Government’s website:
