Bachelor of Biotechnology (Honours)
Lincoln University College · Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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The Bachelor of Biotechnology (Honours) is a 3-year full-time programme that combines science and technology to develop practical and technical skills for careers in biotechnology-related fields.
The curriculum includes core biotechnology subjects (such as molecular biology, microbiology, genetics, biostatistics, and recombinant DNA technology), plus research skills, internships or industrial training, and a research project.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Cell biology, Biochemistry, and Organic Mechanisms in Biology to build core life-science foundations
- Basic Microbiology, Molecular Biology, and Genetics to develop fundamental biotechnology knowledge
- English and supporting studies (e.g., Malaysian Studies and Islamic/Moral Studies) to support academic readiness
- Leadership Skills and Human Relation to develop teamwork and communication in lab/scientific settings
- Plant Cell and Tissue Culture Techniques, Biodiversity & Taxonomy, and Advanced Microbiology to cover applied biological systems
- Basic Immunology and Biotechnology – Social, Legal & Ethical issues to connect science with responsible practice
- Introduction to Computer and Bio-informatics to strengthen data handling and biotech information skills
- Recombinant DNA Technology and Biosafety, bioregulation & bioethics in Biotechnology to focus on safe, ethical biotechnology work
- Internships or Industrial Training to gain hands-on experience in biotechnology-related industry environments
- Fermentation technology, Developmental Biology, Toxicology, and Medical Biotechnology to cover advanced applied areas
- Major Electives (e.g., Industrial Biotechnology, Environmental Biotechnology, Plant Biotechnology, Animal Biotechnology, Food Processing Technology) for your selected direction
- Minor Electives (e.g., Entrepreneurship in Biotechnology, Marketing Management, Laboratory Management, Professional Skill for Biotechnology) to build employability and applied capability
- Research Project (9 credit hours) to complete a structured independent research component in biotechnology
- Applied research methodology content to support planning, experimentation, analysis, and reporting
Curriculum
Credit hours table for Bachelor of Biotechnology (Honours) at Lincoln University College.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1, Semester 1 | 14 modules | Cell biology | 3 | 36 |
| Biochemistry | 3 | |||
| Organic Mechanisms in Biology | 3 | |||
| Basic Microbiology | 3 | |||
| Penghayatan etika dan peradaban (Local/International) | 2 | |||
| Kursus Falsafah dan isu semasa (Local/International) | 3 | |||
| English | 3 | |||
| Chemistry | 3 | |||
| Biophysics | 3 | |||
| Molecular Biology | 3 | |||
| Genetics | 3 | |||
| Leadership Skills and Human Relation (Local/International) | 3 | |||
| Year 1, Semester 2 | 6 modules | Plant Cell and Tissue Culture Techniques | 3 | 21 |
| Biotechnology – Social, Legal & Ethical issues | 3 | |||
| Biodiversity & Taxonomy | 3 | |||
| Advanced Microbiology | 3 | |||
| Basic Immunology | 3 | |||
| Internships or Industrial Training | 6 | |||
| Year 1, Semester 3 | 9 modules | Introduction to Computer | 3 | 24 |
| Bio-informatics | 3 | |||
| Instrumentation | 3 | |||
| Recombinant DNA Technology | 3 | |||
| Biosafety, bioregulation & bioethics in Biotechnology | 3 | |||
| Human Genetics | 3 | |||
| Basic Cytology | 3 | |||
| Biostatistics | 3 | |||
| Year 2, Semester 1 | 4 modules | Plant Cell and Tissue Culture Techniques | 3 | 12 |
| Plant and Animal Breeding | 3 | |||
| Biodiversity & Taxonomy | 3 | |||
| Basic Immunology | 3 | |||
| Year 2, Semester 2 | 8 modules | Khidmat Masyarakat/Community Social Responsibility (Local/International) | 6 | 21 |
| Recombinant DNA Technology | 3 | |||
| Biosafety, bioregulation &bioethics in Biotechnology | 3 | |||
| Toxicology | 3 | |||
| Bioinformatics | 3 | |||
| Basic Cytology | 3 | |||
| Year 2, Semester 3 | 4 modules | Fermentation technology | 3 | 15 |
| Developmental Biology | 3 | |||
| Population genetics | 3 | |||
| Medical Microbiology | 3 | |||
| Research Methodology | 3 | |||
| Year 2, Semester 4 | 1 module | Internships or Industrial Training | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2, Semester 6 | 2 modules | Research Project | 9 | 9 |
| Year 3, Semester 7 | 1 module | Major Elective (3 of the following 5) - 9 Credits | 9 | 9 |
| Year 3, Semester 8 | 2 modules | Minor Elective (2 of the following 4) -6 Credits | 6 | 15 |
| Major Elective (3 of the following 5) - 9 Credits | 9 | |||
| Year 3, Semester 9 | 1 module | Research Project | 9 | 9 |
| Total | Total programme credits | 120 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You get a strong technical base in modern biotechnology topics such as Recombinant DNA Technology, Bio-informatics, and Biosafety to prepare you for lab- and research-focused roles.
- Your programme includes internships or industrial training, helping you graduate with practical industry exposure that improves your readiness for biotechnology and pharmaceutical workplaces.
- You build applied competence across multiple biotech areas (for example fermentation technology, medical biotechnology, environmental biotechnology, and food processing technology) so you can align your career with Malaysia’s biotech employers.
- The major elective options let you tailor your learning toward high-activity sectors such as industrial biotechnology, agricultural and plant biotechnology, or environmental biotechnology.
- Professional-skill and management-related electives (such as laboratory management and entrepreneurship in biotechnology) support progression into roles that require both technical and workplace skills.
- The honours research project strengthens your investigation, data analysis, and scientific reporting experience, which helps you compete for further study and research pathways.
Employability rate
Graduates of biotechnology-related fields typically see an employability rate of around 78% and an unemployment rate of about 22% in Malaysia, reflecting steady demand alongside normal graduate hiring seasonality.
Overall, you should expect a relatively stable outlook when you graduate with the programme’s practical training and applied biotechnology electives.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Pre-university / foundation pathway | For international applicants, the university lists entry via Pass Foundation, Matriculation, or Pre-University Program (in a related field or equivalent pathway) as an alternative route, subject to the program's stated entry criteria. |
| STPM (or equivalent) | For international applicants, the university states you must pass STPM (or equivalent) with at least Grade C (CGPA 2.0) in 2 subjects as published in its intake and entry requirements section for this program. |
| Diploma (related field) | For international applicants, the university states that you can enter with a Passed Diploma (Level 4) in a related field (as listed on the program brochure under intake and entry requirements). |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Biology and life sciences foundations | Direct match | The program lists foundational modules such as Cell biology, Basic Microbiology, Molecular Biology, and Genetics, so prior study in relevant science subjects supports progression. |
Language requirements
The Bachelor of Biotechnology (Honours) requires international applicants to demonstrate English proficiency using the university-accepted tests below. If you do not meet the minimum score, the university states that English proficiency courses may be provided to help you reach the required standard.
IELTS Academic
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
Other accepted proofs
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Not published | |
| Application fee | Not published |
Proof of financial resources
International applicants should be prepared to fund their study in Malaysia. The university page for this program states that it offers English proficiency courses if you do not meet the minimum English requirement, so budgeting for possible additional learning may be helpful.
- Pay the published tuition fees for the program.
- Have sufficient funds to cover living costs during your study period in Malaysia.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | March - Winter intake | July - Winter intake | November - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Semester begins | March 01, 2026 | July 01, 2026 | November 01, 2026 |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | March - Winter intake | July - Winter intake | November - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | March - Winter intake | July - Winter intake | November - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Review eligibility and intake availability
Check the program's intake and entry requirements on the university brochure and program page to confirm your foreign qualification route and English proficiency option. If you do not meet the minimum English score, review the note that English proficiency courses may be offered. Prepare your academic records and English test results before you start the application.
Submit your application during the published intake period
Complete the university's online application process for international students during an available intake. Upload the required supporting documents, ensuring your academic certificates/transcripts are clear and complete. Submit early enough so there is time for any follow-up requested by the admissions team.
Complete document checks and confirm your offer
After you submit, the university will review your qualifications against the stated entry requirements. If any documents are missing or unclear, respond promptly to requests from the admissions team. Once your application is approved, follow the next steps communicated by the university to prepare for commencement.