

| Yearly Tuition fees | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | Fee | ||
| 1st Year | MYR 16,000 | ||
| 2nd Year | MYR 16,000 | ||
| 3rd Year | MYR 16,000 | ||
| 4th Year | MYR 16,000 | ||
| Other Fees | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Description | Fee | ||
| Entrance | MYR 1,565 | ||
| Graduation | MYR 250 | ||
| Mahallah (Yearly) | MYR 3,625 | ||
| Recurrent (Yearly) | MYR 2,250 | ||
| Takaful (Yearly) | MYR 500 | ||
The Bachelor of Biotechnology (Honours) program at International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) is a multidisciplinary field that integrates biology, genetics, biochemistry, and other related sciences with technology. This program is designed to develop and create products, processes, and services with practical applications across various industries.
The curriculum offers three concentrations: environmental biotechnology, food biotechnology, and medical biotechnology. In their third year, students can select one of these specializations to align with their interests and career goals.
Graduates will gain a strong understanding of fundamental topics related to biotechnology and will be equipped to apply their knowledge according to their research interests in their final year of study. This program prepares students for impactful careers in diverse sectors, contributing to advancements in science and technology.
Entry Requirements
High School certificates or any other equivalent.
For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, Foundation, STAM, etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.
YEAR 1
SEMESTER 1
• General Chemistry
• Calculus for Biology
• Fundamentals of Microbiology
• English Academic Writing
• Sustainable Development: Issues, Policies and Practices
• Basic Philosophy and Islamic Worldview
• Usrah 1
• Skill 1
• Bahasa Melayu 1
• Tilawah
SEMESTER 2
• Principles of Biochemistry
• Cell Biology
• Principles of Cell and Tissue Culture
• Molecular Biology
• Overview of Computational Tools
• Usrah in Action 1 (SD: Community Profiling)
• English for Academic Writing
• Usrah 2
• Knowledge & Civilization in Islam
• Skill 2
• Bahasa Melayu 2
• Tilawah Al-Quran 1
YEAR 2
SEMESTER 1
• Recombinant DNA Technology
• Genetics
• Enzymology
•Biostatistics
• Philosophy of Science
• Ethics and Fiqh of Contemporary Issues
• Arabic for Ibadah 1
• Usrah in Action 2
• Leadership and Management
SEMESTER 2
• Regulation and Ethics in Biotechnology
• Bioentrepreneurship
• Fermentation Technology
• Bioinformatics
• Biodiversity & Conservation
• Chemistry & Biochemistry of Natural Products
• Family Management
• Arabic for Ibadah 2
YEAR 3
SEMESTER 1
• Research Methodology
• Protein Biotechnology
• Instrumentation in Biotechnology Research
• Bioprocess Design and Optimisation
• Immunology
• Bahasa Melayu Kerjaya (Sains dan Teknologi)
SEMESTER 2
• Concept of Halal and Haram in Food and Biotechnology
• Final Year Project I
• Elective Package Course
• Elective Package Course
• Elective Package Course
• Elective Package Course
Elective Package I: Food Biotechnology
(Compulsory)
• Food Biotechnology
• Applied Molecular Genetics in Food
• Food Chemistry
• Analytical Methods for Functional Foods and Nutraceuticals
Elective Package II: Environmental Biotechnology
(Compulsory)
• Environmental Biotechnology
• Environmental Health
• Environmental Microbiology
• Environmental Monitoring
Elective Package III: Medical Biotechnology (Compulsory)
• Medical Biochemistry
• Medical Pathology for Biotechnologist
• Experimental Models in Medical Biotechnology
• Computer Aided Drug Design
YEAR 4
SEMESTER 1
• Bionanotechnology
• Final Year Project II
• Elective Packages Course
• Elective Packages Course
• Elective Packages Course
Elective Package I: Food Biotechnology
(Choose 3)
• Food Process Engineering
• Fats and Oils Chemistry and Technology
• Food Toxicology and Assessment
• Food, Nutrition and Health
Elective Package II: Environmental Biotechnology
(Choose 3)
• Environmental Laws and Policies
• Integrated Waste Management
• Environmental Toxicology
• Bioremediation
Elective Package III: Medical Biotechnology
(Choose 3)
• Human Genetics and Genetic Disorders
• Oncology and Cancer Therapy
• Molecular Epidemiology
• Medical Microbiology & Parasitology
SEMESTER 2
• Internship
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