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MEDICAL BIOTECHNOLOGY PROGRAMME

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Paving the Way for Innovations in Medicine and Healthcare.

About

the programme

Science has seen mankind’s quality of life improve by leaps and bounds since the bubonic plague plunged Europe into the Dark Ages. As much as scientific progress in vaccines has resolved historically deadly diseases such as polio and others, the continual emergence of new and old diseases emphasizes the importance of medical biotechnology to improve healthcare delivery.

Throughout history, we have benefitted from these amazing discoveries; from Edward Jenner who created the world’s first vaccination for small pox, to the use of contact lenses to non-invasively monitor blood glucose in diabetic patients, and up to today where scientists have created biotechnology software to identify human faces with DNA left behind at crime scenes as well as wearable tattoos to monitor our important body functions by sending the information directly to the smart phones of our doctors.

Medical biotechnology students at IMU will learn how to contribute towards developing beneficial products to prevent and treat human diseases, learn how to communicate your findings to the general public and eventually to market your own biotechnology products and set up your own companies.

Our Achievement

#1 in Employability for Medical Biotechnology (Source: Talent Bank)

WHY STUDY AT IMU?

An Established Private Medical and Health University
Build Your Future Healthcare Professional Network
Exposure to Entrepreneurship
Curriculum Benchmarked to International Standards
Well-Established Rapport with Biotechnology Based Industries and the Bioeconomy Corporation

ACCREDITATION

The Bachelor of Applied Science (Hons) in Medical Biotechnology programme at IMU is accredited by the Malaysia Board of Technologists (MBOT). As a recognised accrediting body in Malaysia, MBOT validates technology and technical programmes to ensure quality and relevance in the field. Graduates from an MBOT-accredited programme benefit from enhanced employment recognition and eligibility to register as professional technologies.

KEY FACTS

at IMU

  • DEGREE
Bachelor of Applied Science (Hons) in Medical Biotechnology (IMU)
  • COMMENCEMENT
July & September
  • TOTAL DURATION
3 Years
  • TOTAL TUITION FEE
RM137,700 (Malaysian)
RM145,200 (International)#

at Partner University

  • DEGREE
Degree from Partner Universities
  • COMMENCEMENT
July & September
  • TOTAL DURATION
3 to 4 Years*
  • TOTAL TUITION FEE
At IMU (1½ - 3 Years)
RM68,850 to RM137,700 (Malaysian)
RM72,600 to RM145,200 (International)#

At Partner University**
Australia (2 Years) AUD90,980
UK (1 Year) GBP31,250 - 32,350

Disclaimer:
*The average total study duration varies with each partner university.
** Overseas fees are indicative and subject to annual increase and currency exchange rate. Fees are exclusive of levy and bridging fee.

#Effective 1 July 2025, the Malaysian Government has expanded the Sales and Service Tax (SST) to include private higher education services provided to international students. Please note that all fees listed on this website are exclusive of the 6% SST, which will be applied where applicable. Malaysian students are not affected by this tax.

Partner Universities

industrial partners

Engagement and partnership with industries are key to the success to graduate employability, and we at IMU are proud to share prominent industry partners who have taken in our students as interns in preparation for future careers. The theories learned in the classroom are translated to real-world experience whereby our students are able to apply their knowledge in the workplace of their choice.
Cell Agritech
cryocord
greencom
solbio

Watch & Learn: Medical Biotechnology

Career Opportunities

Research & Development

  • Chemist
  • Medical Technologist
  • Research Technician
  • Senior Trial Site Manager
  • Laboratory Technician
  • Diagnostics Executive
  • Research Officer
  • Higher Laboratory Executive
  • Clinical Research Associate
  • Product Development

Quality & Regulatory Affairs

  • Regulatory Affairs Executive
  • Patent Associate
  • Quality Assurance Executive
  • Quality Associate
  • Quality Systems Engineer

Entrepreneurship

  • Director
  • Managing Director

Business Development

  • Project Manager
  • Claim Assessor
  • Material Planner
  • Regional Business Manager
  • Data Analyst
  • Site Intelligence & Activation Associate
  • Senior Key Accountant Manager
  • Application Specialist
Discover Our

ALUMNI STORY

"A few years later, I finally understood the basics of microbiology in high school, and I realised that I still have that strong interest in this field. It is fascinating that, although we cannot see bacteria and viruses with the naked eye, they can still have such a powerful impact on our lives. Driven by a desire to explore these powerful creatures and contribute to our healthcare system, I embarked the beginning of my journey in Medical Biotechnology at IMU University, the prestigious institution for medical and health sciences education..." Read More
Rachelle Chin Yuun Yeen
"Lim Jia Xin is currently attached to Fermetec Medical Sdn Bhd in Ampang, a company specialising in the sales and services of sports science and medical equipment. Jia Xin recalls fondly of her time at IMU..." Read More
Lim Jia Xin
"From the lab sessions, final year project and industrial placement, I am better prepared to work in the research field more than I have expected. Find out more about Chrystine Yan Zou Yi's experience in IMU's Medical Biotechnology programme..." Read More
Chrystine Yan
"Erna binti Laere feels that Medical Biotechnology programme has equipped her with a lot of basic yet crucial laboratory skills. I would say that the practical sessions I had during my study in IMU as well as internship experiences greatly improved my laboratory skills..." Read More
Erna binti Laere
Throughout my time at IMU University, I’ve had numerous opportunities to develop soft skills through organising events such as the Student Ambassador Programme and Medical Biotechnology Day. These experiences played a crucial role during my internship, especially in terms of communication and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. The leadership and teamwork skills I honed at IMU University were instrumental in navigating the challenges of research and ensuring the success of the projects I was involved in.
Emily Wong Yan Yi
What stood out the most during my time at IMU was how the university emphasized the importance of considering the ethical and societal implications of biotechnology. We weren’t just learning about the science itself, we were encouraged to think about how our work could affect people’s lives and the environment. This emphasis on responsibility gave me a broader perspective on biotechnology and inspired me to think beyond the traditional applications of science. It made me reflect on the balance between scientific advancement and its potential consequences, which played a significant role in shaping my current views on the field.
Leong Khai Qian
I recall the times during my studies in IMU whereby I realised that learning was not just done in the class. Learning was also done during the many workshops and field trips that were meticulously arranged by the faculty members. The programme offers different outlooks on what the students can and/or want to be upon graduation; thus, in many sense, the programme is both academically driven but also flexible when it comes to career options and support for prospective students.
Andrew Octavian SasmitaAlumnus
Hear What

our students say

FACULTY MEMBERS

PROF TS DR ANNA LING PICK KIONG

Professor

BSc (UNIMAS), PhD (UPM)

PROF CHIN BEEK YOKE

Professor

Biological Sciences, BA, (Mt Holyoke College-USA) Phyisology, ScM (Johns Hopkins University-USA) Toxicological Sciences, PhD (Johns Hopkins University-USA)

PROF TS DR SHAR MARIAM BT MOHAMED

Professor

BSc (Flinders), PhD (UPM)

TS DR WONG CHIEW YEN

Senior Lecturer

BSc (UM), PhD (UM)

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