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
Marine Microbial Diversity
Entry Requirements
STPM
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 ONE (1) subjects:
Biology
Physics
Chemistry
Mathematics T.
Obtain at least BAND 2.0 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for the examination starting in session 1 of 2021, the validity period is 5 years from the date the test results are issued.
MATRICULATION
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
Open to Category:
J MATRIC (ENGINEERING)
K FOUNDATION (ENGINEERING)
N MATRIC / FOUNDATION / PASUM (SCIENCE)
Pass Matriculation/Foundation or equivalent with minimum GPA 2.00; AND
Obtain Credit (Grade C) in any ONE (1) subjects at Matriculation level:
Biology
Physics
Chemistry
Mathematics.
Obtain at least BAND 2.0 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for the examination starting in session 1 of 2021, the validity period is 5 years from the date the test results are issued.
DIPLOMA
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.
Open to Category:
G G1 - UA DIPLOMA
G G2 - POLYTECHNIC / COMMUNITY COLLEGE DIPLOMA
E E3 - DVM
E E3 - DIPLOMA ILKA/ IPTS/ INTERNATIONAL/ OTHERS
Specific Requirements
Diploma with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 in a field related to the course applied for; OR Other qualifications that are recognized as equivalent and certified by the University Senate.
Obtain at least BAND 2.0 in the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) for the examination starting in session 1 of 2021, the validity period is 5 years from the date the test results are issued.
For candidates who have graduated from the Malaysian Vocational Diploma (DVM), obtain at least a CGPA of 3.00 in Science and Technology related to the aquatic and marine fields.
INTERNATIONAL
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
English Language Requirements, OR
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.
APEL
Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning
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 7,540.00
International
US DollarUSD 7,632.00
Funding and Scholarship
You may be eligible for government finance to help pay for the costs of studying. See the Government’s website:
