Sains Biokesihatan - University of Malaya

Social Acti vities & Student Suppor t
The programme boasts a strong professional & social link
between staffs & students as well as amongst students themselves. Students join the Biohealth Science Club which offers
not only the Biohealth Night which features different theme
annually but also a buddy system, ensuring a close relationship between senior & junior students. It is not surprising
that many students decided to further their studies at postgraduate levels with their respective undergraduate project
supervisors.
The Academic Team
Programme Coordinator
A/Prof. Dr. Durriyyah Sharifah Hasan Adli
Neurobiology & Histology
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Professor Dr. Muhamad Zakaria
Sains Biokesihatan
Ijazah Sarjana Muda ◦ Bachelor of Science
Biohealth Science
Natural Products & Pharmacology
[email protected]
Professor Dr. Ong Hean Chooi
Ethnobotany, Medicinal Plants & Herbal Medicine
[email protected]
Professor Dr. Ramli Abdullah
Embryo & Reproductive Biotechnology
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A/Prof. Dr. Nurhayati Zainal Abidin
Oncobiology
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Future Opportunities for Graduates
Biohealth Science graduates had the enviable opportunity
of experiencing a relatively broad spectrum of subjects offered by the programme, ranging from neurobiology to
medical entomology. Hence, they generally enjoyed a wide
range of future options upon graduation. These include:
 Lab Technologist
 Scientific Officer
 Research Scientist
 Forensic Scientist
 Nutraceutical or Pharmaceutical Researcher
 Insurance Company Underwriter
 Health Educators and Health Promotion Specialists
 Administrative Officers in government or its agencies
 Sales Personnel in pharmaceutical and medical-related
industries
 Careers in science journalism
 Entry into post-graduate study in health-related disciplines
 Entry into medical schools locally or abroad
Dr. Jamaludin Mohamad
Enzymology & Natural Products
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Dr. Siti Nursheena Mohd Zain
Mammalian & Molecular Parasitology
[email protected]
Mdm. Edah Mohd. Aris
Forensic & Medical Entomology
[email protected]
Dr. Yusrizam Sharifuddin
Molecular & Environmental Toxicology
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Institute of Biological Sciences,
Faculty of Science, University of Malaya,
50603 Kuala Lumpur, MALAYSIA
Tel: 60379674209
Fax: 60379674173
Website : http://biology.um.edu.my
INSTITUT SAINS BIOLOGI
Institute of Biological Sciences
Introduction
About the Programme
If you enjoy biology and its practical application, especially in
medical research or health-related disciplines, a degree in
Biohealth Science could be just what you need.
This popular interdisciplinary programme intends to produce
graduates who have sound knowledge of biological sciences
with special emphasis to its application in medical and healthrelated fields.
Biohealth science is a continually changing, dynamic field
involving the application of biology-based science for healthrelated purpose, whether in treatment or research and development. Healthcare in the 21st century moves at a much
faster pace due to the emergence of various tools and technologies, which undoubtedly becoming increasingly sophisticated. Therefore, the demand for highly skilled biohealth
scientists equipped with broad comprehension as well as the
necessary practical know-how is steadily growing. These
biohealth scientists are not only needed to progressively
contribute to scientific research but also in communicating
their findings to medical professionals responsible in delivering treatments as well as members of the public and policy
makers.
The Biohealth Science degree offered by the Biohealth Science Programme of the Institute of Biological Sciences, University of Malaya is an interdisciplinary course strengthen by
the experience and diverse expertise of its academic member of staff with proven track records in research.
The programme strives to contribute in addressing the national requirement for human capital development in biohealth science sectors.
Students enjoy the opportunity of studying fundamental biology in addition to a wide variety of biohealth subjects such as
physiology, genetics, microbiology, immunology, pharmacology, biochemistry, neurobiology, forensic science and parasitology.
Students are also exposed to the latest developments in the
biohealth science related fields such as reproductive biotechnology and epigenetic cancer therapeutics. Wide variety of
final year research projects are designed to equip students
with necessary research skills and they are expected to
sharpen their scientific communication skills during the annual research presentation day.
In the third semester of their final year of study, students
pursuing industrial training will have the chance in broadening their horizon by gaining research experience with the industry and in local medical and research institutions.
Curriculum
Core courses
Level 2
Elective courses
Level 2
Basic Human Genetics
Human Biology
Basic Biochemistry
Physiology of Reproduction
Biohealth Science Practical 1
Nutrition Science
General Microbiology
Clinical Enzymology
Histology
Medical Entomology & Forensic
Human Anatomy
Pharmacognosy
Human & Animal Physiology
Alternative Medicine
General Immunology
Ethnobotany
Medical Parasitology
Phytochemistry
Scientific Communication
Level 3
Level 3
Electron Microscopy & Its
Analytical Biochemistry
Applications
Pharmacology
Bioassay Techniques
DNA Recombinant Technology
Genetics & Human Health
Neurobiology
Diseases of the Central
Biology of Hormones
Nervous System
Primary Metabolism
Cancer Biology
Biohealth Science Practical 2
Chronic Diseases
Biohealth Science Project
Basic Forensic Science
Biohealth Science Industrial
Training
Special Topics in Biohealth
Taxonomy & Medicinal
Plants
Formulation & Preparation of
Herbal Medicine
Entry into the programme is competitive. The programme
receives overwhelming applications annually but accepts
only a limited number of students. Selection is based on
availability of places and academic merit.
Drug Analysis
Cancer cells in vitro