Bachelor of Science

Duration

3 years

Intakes

February, July and October

Fees

In 2026, the annual tuition fees for this course are:

• RM51,360 for Malaysian students
• RM60,480 for international students.

General fees:

• Application (once only) - RM100
• Registration (once only) - RM200
• General amenities (per semester) - RM100
• International student pass application - Click here.

Credit transfer
Applications for credit can include credit transfer for previous study or recognition of prior learning.

Applied microbiology*
Explore microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, parasites and viruses, and their application in improving health in areas related to industrial processes, agriculture, medicine, genetic engineering, food and bioremediation. You can prevent food spoilage, stop the spread of infectious diseases, or solve environmental problems by removing pollutants using beneficial microbes.

Biotechnology
Understand and utilise various biological systems and/or living organisms to develop new technologies and processes of value to the healthcare industry, agricultural and industrial sectors, and the environment.

Food science and business
Develop a broad view from food production to business, bridging the gap in delivering nutritious, safe, affordable, and sustainable food products to the global market. Choose from three streams: strategic marketing, management, or digital marketing.

Genomics and bioinformatics
Decipher the total genetic makeup of organisms and the diverse range of analytical methods and tools applied to genomic data. These allied fields contribute to superior healthcare, enhanced food security and more.

Medicinal chemistry
Design, develop, and determine the biological activities and properties of drugs. You’ll learn how to seek new active chemical compounds from natural products such as rainforest plants, and design novel synthetic compounds.

Psychology*
Study the human mind, mental processes and resulting behaviour. This is a broad scientific discipline that includes investigations of the brain, memory, perception, reasoning, and mental health and wellbeing.

Tropical environmental biology*
Study the behaviour of living systems with a strong focus on ecological and environmental issues of global importance such as climate change, biodiversity, sustainability and conservation. You acquire greater awareness of our living earth and help mitigate climate change issues.

Chemistry (minor)
Explore the science of matter and energy, how atoms and molecules react and interact, and how that behaviour can be harnessed to transform materials, medicine and technology.

Genetics and genomics (minor)
Study the structure, function, transmission and evolution of genes. Genetics underpins many exciting areas such as biomedical science, conservation biology and forensics.

* Available as a minor.

More information
The Monash University Handbook has more detailed information about the course structure and requirements.

Download the course map here.

Top 100 in the world
Your degree will be recognised wherever you want to work or study in the world. Monash University is ranked (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026):

• No. 26 for Life Sciences and Medicine
• No. 41 for Anatomy and Physiology
• No. 47 in the world for Chemistry
• No. 52 in the world for Environmental Sciences
• No. 56 for Biological Sciences
• No. 58 for Natural Sciences.

International standards
Our science courses have a strong regional focus with a global perspective. Many of our units are identical to those offered at the Clayton campus and are in disciplines where there is a demand for quality graduates in Malaysia and beyond.

Practical experience
Build your professional experience with an internship in the science industry. We have worked with multinational companies across the country and region throughout the years to place our students.

Excellent learning environment
You’ll develop academically and personally in a dynamic and stimulating environment, and have access to brilliant minds and exceptional facilities. 100% of our academic staff in Science hold a PhD or MBBS/PhD degree.

Enhanced flexibility
Explore your interests with a broad science education in your first year before you specialise in one or more areas that inspires you in your second year. You can choose to focus on a single major, or pursue a double major and still complete your degree within three years.

Exciting specialisations
We offer specialisations ranging from cutting-edge theoretical and applied science to new interdisciplinary fields – all taught by academics who are leaders in their scientific disciplines.

Transferable skills
Gain a firm foundation in generic skills like quantitative literacy, data analysis, information literacy, problem solving, critical thinking, communication and presentation skills, and the capacity to work in teams.

Nurture other interests
Pursue non-science units at different schools, like journalism or management, to form a study plan that suits your individual needs and career aspirations.

Science graduates have diverse and interesting careers, but not all science graduates become scientists. You can use your degree as a springboard to any career where critical thinking, the ability to analyse and investigate new information, a commitment to lifelong learning and evidence-based decision making are valued.

Bachelor of Science graduates have established careers in areas such as:

• clinical trials
• intellectual property management
• biomedical product industry
• drug discovery and development
• water management
• biodiversity and conservation
• environmental management
• analytical/biomedical chemistry
• biotechnology
• quality assurance and control
• science journalism
• process control
• microbiology
• project management and consultancy
• natural products research
• scientific and regulatory affairs
• climate change advocacy.