Overview

Since about 71% of the Earth’s surface is covered by water, these aquatic ecosystems are the major environment and ecosystems on Earth. By doing research on this Aquatic Biology area at University Sains Malaysia, students will be applying the basic principles of aquatic science, and will be able to analyse, synthesize and evaluate the experimental data and information objectively.

What you'll study

Research in aquatic biology also involves practical experience in aquatic sampling inventory and various field and lab-based measurement techniques. Management and sustainable utilization of aquatic resources for various ecological and economic importance will also be emphasized.

Programme Structure

Research areas include:

Aquaculture

Limnology

Marine Ecology

Oceanography

Coastal Ecosystems

Plankton Ecology & Productivity

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-31 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

40

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PTE Academic

47

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IELTS

5

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Delivered

Online

Campus Location

George Town, Malaysia

Disciplines

Biology

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

40

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47

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IELTS

5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor's degree in related area

CGPA of at least 2.75 / 4.00; orCGPA between 2.50 - 2.74 with the following additional conditions: or

Research experience for at least one year; or
Work experience in related field for at least one year; or
At least one (1) academic publication in the relevant field; or
Grade B for major / elective courses; or
Grade B+ for final year project

CGPA between 2.00 - 2.49 (Bachelor's Degree with Honours) with the following additional conditions: or

Research experience for at least five (5) years; or
Work experience in related field for at least five (5) years; AND
At least one (1) academic publication in the relevant field; or
Grade B for major / elective courses; or
Grade B+ for final year project

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

8000 USD / year

≈ 8000 USD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

4711 USD / year

≈ 4711 USD / year

Additional Details

Malaysian (MYR) Tuition Fee : 500 X 40 Units = 20,000.00

International (USD)Tuition Fees : 200.00 X 40 Units = 8,000.00

Funding

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Programme Structure

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Additional Details

Funding

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