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Bachelor of Bioresource Technology with Honours

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Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)(Penang Campus )

Bachelor of Bioresource Technology with Honours

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Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM)(Penang Campus )

Bachelor of Bioresource Technology with Honours

Qualification
Bachelor's Degree
Duration
3.5 years
Intake
OctOct
English Requirement
IELTS 5.0
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The Bachelor of Bioresource Technology with Honours at Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) is designed to provide students with a strong scientific and technological foundation in bioresources, including both wood and non-wood materials. The program equips students with comprehensive knowledge in bioresource, paper, and coatings science and technology, addressing the growing demand for sustainable and innovative material solutions.

The curriculum covers key areas such as basic coatings technology, wood science and technology, pulp production and papermaking, paper recycling, wood-based panel technology, lignocellulosic composites, and related fields. Through a balanced combination of theoretical coursework and hands-on practical training, students develop essential technical competencies and the ability to apply scientific principles to real-world industrial processes.

Graduates of the program are well-prepared for careers across a wide range of bioresource-based industries, including wood and furniture manufacturing, panel and composite production, pulp and papermaking, paints and coatings, adhesives and resins, as well as packaging and other related sectors.

Entry Requirements 

• Obtained High School Certificate Level or its equivalent with minimum entry qualification of CGPA 2.67 

And

Minimum grade B- in any 2 subjects  below:

  • Mathematics
  • Chemistry
  • Biology

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., qualifications equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree, etc.), please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for admission assessment.

Career Opportunities 

Position

  • Process Engineer / Quality Control Engineer
  • Product Engineer or Executive / Quality Assurance Engineer or Executive
  • Technical Sales Executive / Customer Service
  • R&D Executive/ Research Assistant/ Researcher
  • Material Engineer
  • Coating Formulator
  • Operation Planner

Related Industries

  • Pulp and Paper Industry
  • Paint/ Adhesive/ Functional Coatings Industry
  • Biomass/ Wood Industry
  • Polymer/ Biopolymer Industry
  • Viscose Rayon Industry
  • Packaging Industry
  • Furniture Industry
  • Electronic Industry

Year 1

  • Bioresource as Industrial Raw Materials
  • Basic Bioresource Science and Technology
  • Mathematics I
  • Basic Chemical Process Calculations
  • Chemistry for Technologist
  • Malay Language IV
  • Core Entrepreneurship
  • Basic Coatings Technology
  • Pulp Production and Paper Recycling
  • Bioresource Based Products, Environment Safety and Health Legislation
  • Mathematics II
  • Statistic with Computer Applications
  • Progressive English/ Resit MUET
  • General English 1
  • General English II

Year 2

  • Raw Materials and Coatings Chemistry
  • Stock Preparation and Papermaking
  • Coatings Technology Laboratory I
  • Bioresource Technology Laboratory I
  • Thinking Techniques
  • Chemical Additives and Paper Properties, Paper Technology Laboratory I
  • Bioresource, Paper and Coatings Product Development
  • Experimental Design with Computer Applications
  • Renewable Biomass
  • Process Heat Transfer
  • Analytical Chemistry I
  • Philosophy and Current Issues
  • Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
  • Mathematics II
  • Environmental Management
  • English LHP xx series

Year 3

  • Coatings Process and Equipment
  • Bioresource Technology Laboratory II
  • Paper Technology Laboratory II
  • Research Project of Bioresource, Paper and Coatings Technology
  • Furniture Manufacturing
  • Advanced Paper Technology − Instrumental Analysis for Pulp and Paper
  • Mechanics of Structural Materials
  • Coatings Technology Laboratory II
  • Advanced Technology of Coatings
  • Research Project of Bioresource, Paper and Coatings Technology
  • Fibre and Lignocellulosic Composite

Year 3 1/2

  • Bioresource, Paper & Coating Industrial Training
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