Get exposed to the latest developments in the fields of medicine, health sciences and biomedical science research with Taylor’s Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Hons).

• PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

Students will explore a number of essential topics including anatomy, biochemistry, clinical chemistry, genetics, immunology, microbiology, pathology, pharmacology, physiology and legal, social and ethical issues. They will also be equipped with skills in research methodology and laboratory management.

This programme is compatible with the new Taylor's Curriculum Framework that allows students to mix & match study modules

• PRIMARY MAJOR

This component consists of Common Core subjects, which are common modules across a discipline that provides the fundamental knowledge of the discipline.

Common Core

• Principles of Biochemistry
• Introduction to Microbiology
• Basic Pharmacology and Toxicology with Health Informatics
• Basic Anatomy with Histology and Hematology
• Advanced Pharmacology
• Clinical Chemistry
• Human Physiology
• Instrumentation in Medical Diagnostic, Laboratory Science and Blood Banking
• Human Pathology
• Medical Parasitology
• Clinical Genetics

• Immunology
• Applications of Bioinformatics
• Medical Microbiology
• Research and Laboratory Management
• Epidemiology and Public Health
• Nutritional Biochemistry
• Applied Nutrition
• Community Nutrition
• Research Project
• Industrial Training and Biomedical Practicum

UNIVERSITY CORE

This component aims to develop critical thinking, build up social intelligence and cultivate civic responsibility as well as broaden cultural knowledge. These consist of compulsory and nationally-mandated study modules required by the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education.

• Community Service Initiative
• Hubungan Etnik / Malaysian Studies 3

• Life Skills for Success & Well-Being

• Millennials in Malaysia: Team Dynamics & Relationship Management

• Tamadun Islam & Tamadun Asia / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2

COMPLEMENTARY STUDIES

The Complementary Studies component provides student the flexibility to study modules in a related or unrelated field from the same or different school to complement the Primary Major. It may be completed in a form of free electives, an extension, minors or a second major that typically requires at least one (1) semester of student learning time.

MINOR

Recommended Packages:

• Mass Communication
• Education
• Journalism
• Event Management
• Entrepreneurship
• International Business

• Management
• Marketing
• Finance
• Law
• Psychology
• Pharmaceutical Industry Practice

Choose any Minor package* offered by Taylor’s University. Refer to the Complementary Study Guide for the list of Minor packages.

Free Electives

Choose any FIVE (5) Free Electives* offered by Taylor’s University. Refer to the Complementary Study Guide for the list of Free Electives.

• CAREER PROSPCETS
   

When you’ve successfully completed this programme, you could embark on any of these exciting careers, including:

• Bioentrepreneur
• Biomedical Scientist
• Clinical Biochemist
• Clinical Cytogeneticist
• Clinical Molecular Geneticist

• Geneticist
• Health & Safety Officer
• Immunologist
• Laboratory Technologist
• Microbiologist (Medical)

• Quality Assurance Officer
• Research Scientist (Medical)
• Sales & Marketing (Pharmaceutical)
• Science Writers
• Toxicologist

REQUIREMENTS

PREREQUISITES

• SPM / O-Level with Pre-U / Foundation

Pass SPM / SPMV / O-Level or equivalent with 5 credits

• SPM / O-Level with Diploma

Pass SPM / O-Level or equivalent with 3 credits for entry with Diploma qualification.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Taylor’s Foundation in Science (FIS)

Pass with min. CGPA 2.50 including GPA 2.33 in (ANY 2) subjects: Biology, Physics / Mathematics, Chemistry

• Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM)

Min. CGPA 2.33 for 2 subjects including GPA 2.33 in (ANY 2) subjects: Biology, Physics / Mathematics, Chemistry

• Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)

Pass with min. 5Bs including (ANY 2): Biology, Physics / Mathematics, Chemistry

• A Levels

Min. DD / equivalent of 120 points including min. D in (ANY 2) subjects: Biology, Physics / Mathematics, Chemistry

• South Australian Matriculation (SAM) / SACE International

ATAR 60 with min. Grade C+ each in (ANY 2) subjects: Biology, Physics / Mathematics, Chemistry

• Canadian Pre-University (CPU)

Min. average of 60% in 6 subjects including 65% each in (ANY 2) subjects: Biology, Physics / Mathematics, Chemistry

• International Baccalaureate (IB)

Min. 24 points in 6 subjects including min. 5 points at Higher Level (HL) in (ANY 2) subjects: Biology, Physics / Mathematics, Chemistry

• Matriculation in Science

Min. CGPA 2.33 for 3 subjects including (ANY 2) subjects: Biology, Physics / Mathematics, Chemistry

• Other Qualifications

Students with other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

• IELTS

Band 5.5

• TOEFL

78 (Internet Based Test)

• MUET

Band 3

• Pre-University / Diploma

Completed Pre-University / Diploma that was conducted in English.