Master of Biotechnology

Malaysia

What will I learn?

Biotechnology revolutionises how we tackle global health issues, like combating disease, understanding our genetic makeup and harnessing our bodys regenerative potential.

The Master of Biotechnology integrates biotechnology and entrepreneurship through a range of multidisciplinary coursework, research and work-integrated units in modern areas of studies that pave the way to a myriad of employment prospects.

You'll explore the processes involved in funding research and translating biotechnological products from lab to life, and gain a unique blend of scientific, entrepreneurial and industry-focused skills that'll empower you to make significant contributions to the field of biotechnology.

This course will prepare you to become a work-ready professional in the biotechnology field with opportunities in various sectors. You can pursue a variety of roles, including:

  • biotechnologist
  • research scientist
  • entrepreneur/biotech start-up founder
  • clinical research associate
  • quality control/quality assurance specialist
  • technology transfer officer
  • business development manager
  • intellectual property analyst
  • pharmaceutical researcher
  • regenerative medicine specialist
  • environmental scientist
  • healthcare data analyst
  • regulatory affairs specialist
  • regulatory writer.

Which department am I in?

Jeffrey Cheah School of Medicine and Health Sciences

Study options

Online/Distance with attendance (2 Years)

Tuition fees
RM53,280.00 (10,22,492) per year

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

March 2025

Venue

Monash University Malaysia

Jalan Lagoon Selatan,

BANDAR SUNWAY,

Selangor,

47500, Malaysia

Entry requirements

For international students

To enroll in a course at Monash University, you must be at least 17 years old.

To apply for the Master of Biotechnology, you must have completed an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a relevant area of study with at least a credit (60%) average.

Relevant areas of study include: biomedical science, science/applied science with a major in (biochemistry, biotechnology, developmental biology, human biology, marine biology, human pathology, genetics, pharmacology, immunology, microbiology, molecular biology, physiology and zoology), nutrition sciences, dietetics, veterinary science, medical engineering, pharmacy, bioengineering, biotechnology, life science, clinical medicine, dental science/dentistry, or bioinformatics.

English language requirements:

IELTS (Academic)/IELTS One Skill Retake (Academic)/IELTS Online: Overall score : 6.5; Listening score: 6.5; Reading score: 6.5; Writing score: 6.0; Speaking score: 6.0

TOEFL iBT/TOEFL iBT Paper Edition (American Test of English as a Foreign Language): Total Score: 79; Listening score:  20; Reading score: 19; Writing score: 21; Speaking score: 18

PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English): Overall score: 58; Listening score: 58; Reading score: 58; Writing score: 50; Speaking score: 50

C1 Advanced (formerly known as Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)) or C2 Proficiency (formerly known as Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)): Overall score: 176; Listening score:176; Reading score: 176; Writing score: 169; Speaking score: 169

Application Deadlines:

February intake (Semester 1): 20 December 2024

July intake (Semester 2): 16 May 2025

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Monash University Malaysia

Monash University Malaysia is the third largest campus of Monash University, ranked 37th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2025).

  • Monash is ranked in the world’s top 50 universities
  • Highly qualified academic staff from across the world
  • Students can access affordable accommodation
  • Same prestigious degree as peers in Australia

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