Bachelor of Science (Chemistry)
LEARNING OUTCOME
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PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Year 1
Principles of Chemistry, Chemistry Practical, Inorganic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry Practical I, Mathematical Methods I, Introduction to Chemistry Program, Islamic and Asian Civilization, Chemical Thermodynamics, Physical Chemistry Practical I, Organic Chemistry – Functional Groups, Organic Chemistry Practical I, Statistics, Academic English Skills, Malaysia Dynamics.
Year 4
Undergraduate Project I, Undergraduate Project II.
Year 2
Organic Chemistry – Biomolecules, Organic Chemistry Practical II, Chemical Kinetics and Electrochemistry, Physical Chemistry Practical II, Laboratory Management and safety, Mathematical Methods II, Science Technology and Humanity, Coordination Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry Practical II, Molecular Spectroscopy, Principles of Analytical Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry Practical I, Advanced English for Academic Skills, Innovation and Creativity Electives (Choose 2 credits) : Critical and Creative Thinking or Innovation and Creativity.
Electives
Separation Methods, Applications of Computer in Chemistry, Application of Spectroscopy, Low Temperature Physics and superconductivity, Medicinal Chemistry, Analytical Electrochemistry, Inorganic and Organometallic Polymers, Chemical Reactions Process, Organic Synthesis, Radiochemistry, Organometallic Chemistry, Green Chemistry, Thermal Analysis, Solid State Chemistry, Metabolism of Biomolecules, Nanochemistry, Surface and Colloid Chemistry, Microscopy and Material Analysis, Vacuum and Thin Film Technology.
Year 3
Instrumental Analysis, Service Learning, English for Professional Purposes, Analytical Chemistry Practical II, Principles of Polymer Chemistry, Computer Literacy, Human Development Electives (Choose 2 credits) : Technocrat and Development or Professional Ethics, Quantum Chemistry, Research Methodology & Information Retrieval, Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Development, Electives (Choose 9 credits), Industrial Training (HW) (SHORT SEM).
Duration of Study
Mode of Study : Full-time
Minimum Duration : 4 years
Maximum Duration : 6 years
STUDY FEES
International
Malaysians
ENTRY REQUIREMENT
For STPM/ equivalent
i) University Basic Entry
1. Passed SPM/SPMV with credit in Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia or credit in Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia in July Paper.
2. Passed STPM with:
- Grade C (NGMP 2.00) in Pengajian Am, AND
- Grade C (NGMP 2.00) in TWO (2) other subjects
3. Attended Malaysian University English Test (MUET) atleast Band 1
1. Passed with atleast PNGK 2.80 at STPM level.
2. Passed with atleast grade B (NGMP 3.00) at STPM in Mathematics T AND passed with atleast grade B- (NGMP 2.67) at STPM in any ONE of the following subjects: Physics/Biology/Chemistry, Mathematics T/Future Mathematics.
3. Passed with credit in Mathematics at SPM level or equivalent.
4. Passed with atleast Band 2 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET)
For Matrikulasi/ Asasi Sains UM/ Tahun Asas UTM
i) University Basic Entry
1. Passed SPM or equivalent with credit in Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia or credit in Bahasa Melayu/Bahasa Malaysia in July Paper.
2. Passed KPM Matriculation/Asasi Sains UM/ Asasi Undang-undang KPTM with at least CPA 2.00 andattended Malaysian University English Test (MUET) with atleast Band 1.
ii) Special Entry Requirement
1. Passed with atleast PNGK 2.80 at Matriculation/Foundation level.
2. Passed with atleast grade B (NGMP 3.00) at Matriculation/Foundation in Mathematics AND grade B- (NGMP 2.67) at Matriculation/Foundation any ONE subjects: Physics/Chemistry/Biology.
3. Passed with credit in Mathematics at SPM level or equivalent.
4. Passed with atleast Band 2 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET)
For Diploma or equivalent (Direct to 2nd year beginning 2008)
i) University Basic Entry
1. Passed SPM or equivalent with credit in Bahasa Melayu or credit in Bahasa Melayu in July Paper.
2. Obtained Diploma or other certifications from institutions recognized by Malaysian Government and approved by the University Senate.
3. Attended Malaysian University English Test (MUET) with atleast Band 1.
ii) Special Entry Requirement
1. Obtained a Diploma in Science (Chemistry) from UTM or equivalent with at least PNGK 3.00; OR
2. Candidates with CPA < 3.00, with at least 2 years working experience in related area are eligible to apply; OR
3. Passed with credit in Mathematics and physics at SPM level or equivalent or score at least Grade C in any one of the Mathematics and Physics subjects at Diploma level.
4. Passed with atleast Band 2 in Malaysian University English Test (MUET).
Note:
Candidates have to submit the complete transcript of their Diploma (1st to final semester) and a copy of Diploma or a certified graduation confirmation letter.
ALUMNI STORY
Career Prospects
chemists or scientists in government research institutions such as MARDI, Malaysia Palm Oil Board (MPOB), RRI, PRSS, AMREC, SIRIM and Malaysia Nuclear Agency (MNA). chemists or process engineers in private sectors such as in petrochemicals, rubber, palm oil, pharmaceuticals, textiles and dyes, cosmeceuticals, electronics, water treatment and food processing companies. Academics or researchers in higher learning institutions, following pursuance of their degree qualifications to Masters or Ph.D levels. Quality control or quality assurance and marketing officers in agencies or industries in which sound knowledge of chemistry skills are required.