Universiti Teknologi

Overview of Bachelor of Computer Science (Bioinformatics) in Universiti Teknologi Malaysia

The Bachelor of Computer Science (Bioinformatics) is offered either on a full-time basis. The full-time programme is offered only at the UTM Main Campus in Johor Bahru. The duration of study for the full-time programme is subjected to the student’s entry qualifications and lasts between four (4) years to a maximum of six (6) years.

The programme is offered on full-time basis and is based on a 2-Semester per academic session. Generally, students are expected to undertake courses equivalent to between fourteen (14) to eighteen (18) credit hours per semester. Assessment is based on courseworks and final examinations given throughout the semester

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

The minimum qualifications for candidates who intend to do a Bachelor of Computer Science (Bioinformatics) are as follows:

1. Minimum results based on the Malaysian High School Certificate (STPM) (results would be based on the general requirements as well as other conditions as the pre-requisites for the programme set by the university).
   • University General Requirements:
2. 1. Passed and obtained good results in the Malaysian Certificate Examination (SPM) or its equivalent.
   2. Passed Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia with credit in the SPM/equivalent.
   3. Passed the Malaysian High School Certificate (STPM) or its equivalent and obtained the following:
      1. Grade C (NGMP 2.00) General paper, and
      2. Grade C (NGMP 2.00) in TWO (2) other subjects
   4. Passed the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) with minimum result of Band 1.
   • Special Requirements for the Programme
3. 1. Passed with a minimum Grade B- (NGMP 2.67) in TWO (2) of the following subjects:
      1. Mathematics T / Further Mathematics / Computing AND
      2. Physics/ Chemistry/ Biology
   2. Passed Mathematics with credits in the SPM / equivalent examination.
4. Minimum requirements for Matriculation Certificates (KPM) / Asasi Sains UM (fulfil the general requirements set by the university as well as other conditions of the programme).
   • General University Requirements:
5. 1. Passed the Malaysian Certificate Examination (SPM) with good results.
   2. Obtained passes in Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia with credits in the SPM/equivalent examination.
   3. Passed the Matriculation Certificate Examination KPM/Asasi Sains UM with a minimum CGPA of 2.80 and passed all the core subjects.
   4. Passed the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) with minimum result of Band 1.
   • Special Requirements for the Programme
6. 1. Passed with a Grade B- (2.67) in two of the following subjects:
      1. Mathematics AND
      2. Physics/ Engineering Physics / Biology/ Chemistry / Engineering Chemistry / Computer Science / Computer Engineering
   2. Passed with credits in Mathematics in the SPM/ equivalent examination.
7. Minimum qualifications for students with Certificates/Diplomas (fulfill the general requirements set by the university as well as specific requirements of the programme).
   • General University Requirements:
8. 1. Obtained a Diploma in Computer Science from UTM/equivalent with a minimum CPA of 3.00; or for candidates with a CPA below 3.00 but have a minimum of two or more years of working experience in the related area of study will be eligible to apply for a place to study at the university.
   2. Obtained a credit pass in Mathematics in their SPM/equivalent examination or a minimum grade B- in any of the Mathematics Courses taken at the diploma level.
   3. Candidates are required to submit the results transcript of all their examinations taken during their Diploma study (semester one until the final semester) to UTM. A copy of the diploma or a letter of completion of study will also have to be submitted together with their applications.
   4. Passed the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) with minimum result of Band 1.

Note :-

Year of entry and duration of study will be based on the credit exemptions and credit transfer awarded by the university.