Diploma in Science
Programme Overview
This programme aims to produce chemistry and biology graduates at the sub-professional level. It equips students with the necessary basic knowledge of scientifc concepts and theoretical principles to understand chemical and biological phenomena and processes, and trains students to perform standard chemical and biological laboratory procedures. This programme covers both the practical and theoretical aspects of the subjects. The chemistry syllabi provide a detailed coverage of various topics including atomic and molecular structures, properties of matter, properties and reactions of elements and compounds, analytical techniques and industrial products. The biology syllabi cover a broad spectrum of topics which include cells, energetics, homeostasis and excretion, reproduction and development, biodiversity, ecology, and microbiology. This programme largely emphasises the application of chemical principles in control of the living environment.
Intake: February, June & November
Duration: 2 years
Campus: KL Main Campus (R2/421/4/0015) (08/28) (AA 0106)
Academic Progression:
Graduates may be admitted into Year 2 of:
Minimum Entry Requirements
Programme Outline
Physical Chemistry
Inorganic Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
Analytical Chemistry
Chemistry and Society
Chemical Structure and Energetics
Properties of Matter
Chemistry of Elements and Organic Compounds
Cells and Their Organisation
Bioenergetics
Homeostasis and Excretion
Response and Coordination
Reproduction and Development
Biodiversity and Ecology
Structural Biochemistry
Microbiology
Forensic Chemistry and Biology
Pre-Calculus
Introductory Calculus
Calculus
Algebra
Statistics and Operations Research
Information Systems and Application
Business Organisation and Management
Language, Mata Pelajaran Pengajian Umum (MPU) and Co-curricular Courses:
English for Tertiary Studies, Academic English, Bahasa Kebangsaan A, Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban, Integrity and Anti-Corruption, Professional English, Civic Consciousness and Volunteerism, Co-curricular
Career Prospects
Quality controllers
Technical assistants in manufacturing industries or medical establishments
Laboratory supervisors in manufacturing industries or medical establishments
Product Specialists
Research Assistants
Quality Assurance Technologists
Sales Executives
Fees & Financial Aid:
Estimated Total Fees: RM20,000 (Malaysian Students), RM37,500 (International Students)
The estimated total fees may vary by 10%.
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Merit scholarship
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Other scholarship
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Financial Aid
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