Endless possibilities with science
EMBARKING on higher education is a defining moment that shapes not only your academic trajectory, but also your career choices and personal development.
The course you choose serves as an entry point to a realm of opportunities, representing a crucial milestone that carves a path for future endeavours.
Pursuing a Bachelor of Science (BSc) is a potentially fulfilling and transformative academic journey.
Besides offering a pathway to enriching experiences and valuable skills, it also unveils vast opportunities and advantages in the industrial and academic sector.
Whether your passion lies in natural science, technology or mathematics, the programme guarantees a robust basis for intellectual exploration, career advancement and lifelong learning.
Monash University Malaysia offers students a unique opportunity to explore these innovative fields through immersive and transformative courses.
Experience education at its finest, with a multitude of subjects ranked in the top 100 by QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023. A Monash University degree is a beacon of global recognition, illuminating various exciting career paths and advanced educational avenues.
The BSc in Genomics and Bioinformatics at Monash University Malaysia is a comprehensive programme designed to equip students with a solid foundation in scientific principles and methodologies.
It offers a wide range of disciplines and specialisation in genomics and bioinformatics, which offers a blend of biology, computer science and statistics to understand how living organisms function.
DECODING LIFE
The degree empowers students to confidently explore and excel in the foundational knowledge of modern life science.
Among the main aims of the course is to develop skill sets for analysing the genetic make-up of biological organisms using highthroughput DNA sequencing and computing.
The objective is to provide students with a thorough grasp of genomics and bioinformatic methodologies, and their applications in the life sciences.
With emphasis on molecular biology, genetics, computer science and data analysis, the programme ensures a solid scientific foundation, extensive laboratory work experience, and ample opportunities for research and practical training.
Helmed by renowned expert Professor Qasim Ayub — who is also the director of Monash University Malaysia Genomics Platform — the course includes an extensive hands-on laboratory experience.
Students will learn essential techniques like DNA extraction, amplification, and massively parallel high-throughput long- or short-read DNA sequencing.
This allows them to develop invaluable practical analytical skills that are in high demand in both academia and industry.
With a blend of theoretical knowledge, hands-on laboratory experience and computational training, the courses equip students with the tools and techniques necessary to tackle complex biological questions, besides analysing genomic data effectively.
Encapsulated in a stimulating campus with world-class facilities and proficient intellectuals, these facilities ensure an enjoyable and conducive learning experience.
A BETTER TOMORROW
Studying for a BSc leads you on a pathway to knowledge, opportunity, and personal fulfillment.
Whether your goal is to pursue a career in science, advance your education to the highest level or simply expanding your horizons, the comprehensive curriculum, hands-on experiences and interdisciplinary approach at Monash University Malaysia will provide a solid foundation for success in an ever-changing world.
The degree courses take three years to complete, with intakes in February, July and October.