Overview

Key Features

At the Master of Science in Biology (by Research) from University of Malaya, One or more supervisors are assigned to the student whose role is to assist the student to define the research topic and to provide guidance in the development of the research project. On completion of the research the candidate is required to submit a thesis on his research findings for examination.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Animal Embryology Breeding and Genetics
Ecophysiology and Biochemistry
Ethnobotany and Medicinal Plants
Immunology

Industrial Microbiology
Molecular Biology
Plant Biotechnology
Plant Bacteriology
Plant Ecology
Plant Genetics and Breeding
Plant Phycology
Plant Taxonomy
Population Ecology of Agricultural Insect Pests
Phytochemistry and Pharmacology
Weed Ecology and Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-06 00:00:00

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Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Disciplines

Biology View 32 other Masters in Biology in Malaysia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor of Science with Hons (CGPA 3.00 and above) or its equivalent in related field, or
Bachelor of Science or its equivalent in related field with a minimum of one (1) year of relevant working experience in the related field, or
proof of publication in a related field;
Professional qualification from a recognised professional body or other qualifications as approved by Senate.
International students are required to attend and pass a basic course in Bahasa Melayu before the degree can be conferred.

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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

32700 MYR / year

≈ 32700 MYR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

17600 MYR / year

≈ 17600 MYR / year

Living costs

Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia

2210 - 3815 MYR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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