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Bachelor of Science (Honours) Biomedicine
About
Embark on a career in healthcare with this medically-focused biomedicine degree, designed as a strong foundation for roles in biology, biomedicine, and postgraduate study. Biomedicine plays a vital role in developing diagnostics and treatments for evolving health challenges. This programme covers essential subjects like anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, biochemistry, cell biology, and genetics—key to modern medicine and public health. Graduates gain critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills, preparing them to navigate global health trends and biomedical research. With dual certification from Sunway University and Lancaster University, they unlock expanded career and academic opportunities worldwide.
Key facts
| Qualification | Bachelor's Degree |
| Study mode | Full-time |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Intakes | February, April, September |
| Tuition (Local students) | B$ 31,902 |
| Tuition (Foreign students) | B$ 31,902 |
Subjects
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Biology
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Health and Medicine
Duration
3 years
Tuition fees
| Description | Local students | Foreign students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | B$ 31,902 | B$ 31,902 |
| Miscellaneous fees | B$ 5,455 | B$ 7,490 |
| Total estimated cost of attendance | B$ 37,358 | B$ 39,392 |
| Estimated cost per year | B$ 12,452 | B$ 13,131 |
Miscellanous fees explained
Local students
| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
| Enrolment Fee | B$ 210 |
| Deposit (refundable) | B$ 210-B$ 301 |
Foreign students
| Description | Amount |
|---|---|
| Enrolment Fee | B$ 210 |
| Deposit (refundable) | B$ 210-B$ 301 |
Estimated cost as reported by the institution. There may be additional administrative fees. Please contact for the latest information.
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Admissions
Intakes
Entry Requirements
STPM
- Average C+ or CGPA 2.33 (Minimum 2 principals)
A-Level
- Minimum 12 points (Minimum Grade D in at least 2 subjects). Biomedicine programme requires a minimum of Grade D in two of the following subjects: Biology, Physics/ Mathematics, Chemistry.
- Note: For A-Level points calculation
- A = 10 points
- B = 8 points
- C = 6 points
- D = 4 points
- E = 2 points
Australian Matriculation
- ATAR 60
Canadian Matriculation
- 60%
Monash University Foundation Year
- 60%
Sunway Foundation in Science Technology
- CGPA 2.30
Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)
- Maximum 26 points from 5 subjects (all Grade Bs)
International Baccalaureate (IB)
- Completed with minimum 25 points (excluding bonus points)
APEL.A
- An APEL.A Certificate (APEL T-6) (Recognition of Prior Learning)
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Specific Requirements
STPM/Pre-University
For Biomedicine Programme, 2 principals in two of the following subjects at STPM/Pre-University/Matriculation level in: Biology, Physics/Mathematics or Chemistry)
Additional Requirements for Certain International Students
International students from certain countries that want to take some Sunway University degree programmes (for example programmes in partnership with Lancaster University) will need to take and pass our online six-month International Preparatory Programme (IPP). This is a requirement to enrol on a Sunway degree programme that also leads to a degree awarded by Sunway’s partner institution. Students are required to pass all the subjects with a grade C or above to progress to the degree.
English Language Requirements
- IELTS or equivalent 6.0
- MUET Band 4
- SPM English B+
- UEC English B4
- O-Level English (1119) Credit B3
- Sunway Intensive English Programme (IEP) Pass Level 4 with minimum 65%
- ESL/English Satisfactory level in Pre-University programmes, where the medium of instruction is English
Note: For Malaysian students entering using an entry qualification whereby the medium of instruction is not in English, MQA requires the student to possess a MUET or international English proficiency qualification in order to register for the programme.
Curriculum
Year 1
- Basic Biochemistry
- Basic Biostatistics
- Basic Genetics
- Cell Biology
- Clinical Chemistry
- Communication Skills
- English for Life Sciences
- Ethics in Healthcare Science
- General Microbiology
- Human Anatomy
- Human Physiology
Year 2
- Bioinformatics
- Community Service for Planetary Health
- Entrepreneurial Mindset & Skills
- Epidemiology & Public Health
- Human Molecular Genetics
- Integrity & Anti-Corruption
- Medical Biochemistry
- Medical Microbiology
- Pathology
- Pharmacology & Toxicology
- Research & Publications
Electives (Choose 1 in Year 2)
- Instrumental Analysis
- Medical Entomology
Year 3
- Clinical Biochemistry Practice
- Haematology and Transfusion Science
- Histology and Cytology
- Immunology
- Molecular Diagnostics
- Internship
- Neurobiology
- Parasitology & Virology
- Research Project
Electives (Choose 1 in Year 3)
- Current Topics in Biomedical Science
- Pharmaceutical Technology
Additional MOHE compulsory General Studies subjects
For Local Students
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation
- Philosophy and Current Issue
- Bahasa Kebangsaan A (applicable to students who did not sit for SPM or did not obtain a Credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu) OR Critical Thinking
For International Students
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation
- Critical Thinking
- Malay Language for Communication 2