YOUR FUTURE BUILT TODAY

6 30+ 16,500+
campuses across years of students currently
Malaysia empowering served
young minds

1,000+ 70,000+
employees graduates whose
nationwide lives we have
touched

ABOUT INTI
At INTI, our mission is to bridge the needs of tomorrow through the competencies our students
gain today, empowering them to become the leaders, innovators and game changers of the future.
We are committed towards ensuring our students gain the competencies needed for the workplace
of the future, and to work alongside the digital transformations driving today’s global businesses
in the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

Through our innovative teaching and learning and extensive industry partnerships, we empower
our students with the ability to work with smart machines, to process and analyse data for better
decision-making, to learn about technologies that impact businesses and manufacturing processes,
and to develop professional skills such as adaptability, working with multidisciplinary teams,
problem-solving, and a thirst for lifelong learning.

By inspiring our students to explore their passions and discover their true potential through the
right skills, tools and experiences, we continue to be a force of change in revolutionising education.
Our commitment is to ensure exceptional graduate outcomes, and to transform our students into
the dynamic leaders of the future – ones who will lead us in the Fourth Industrial Revolution,
and beyond.

Awarded FIVE STARS in the QS STARS RATING, achieving top marks

in the categories of Online Learning, Employability, Facilities and Inclusiveness

INTI GRADUATE
EMPLOYABILITY of INTI graduates of INTI graduates
SURVEY 2017 of INTI graduates
VALIDATED BY 99% are employed
within 6 MONTHS
of graduation
91% are PAID HIGHER
than the market
minimum average
60% get job offers BEFORE
they graduate

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COLLABORATION The platforms include:
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Industry Awards / Scholarships
Employer Projects
Boot Camps and Career Workshops
INTI Leadership Series
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Industry Advisory Boards
Industry Skills Certifications
Employer Centric Curricula
Internships and Job Placements

WITH INDUSTRY
• Faculty Industry Attachments • Coaching and Mentoring

PARTNERS
Over the years, INTI has cultivated a strong engagement with multinational companies
and large local organisations on diverse platforms to foster innovation curricula and
develop future-ready graduates.

IKEA

and many more

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 World Renowned Collaborations
with Prestigious Universities RANKED NO.15 UK UNIVERSITY* AWARDED TOP GOLD RANKING IN UK’S ONE OF BRITAIN’S LARGEST AND MOST
We are INTI offers exclusive franchise degrees
*Guardian University Guide 2020 TEACHING EXCELLENCE FRAMEWORK*
*Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2018
PROGRESSIVE MODERN UNIVERSITIES*
*https://www.cumulusassociation.org/members/
SheffieldHallamUniversity/

INTERNATIONAL and dual award degree programmes in

partnership with some of the world’s highest
Our internationally recognised education will enrich rated universities. These partnerships help
to enhance your academic credentials and
you with the right skills and attributes to excel at offer you access to some of the most
whatever you do and wherever you go. prestigious institutions of higher
learning globally. RANKED NO. 1 HOTEL NO.1 MOST INNOVATIVE AACSB ACCREDITED*
MANAGEMENT SCHOOL IN UNIVERSITY IN THE NORTH* -ONLY 5% OF WORLD’S BUSINESS
AUSTRALIA AND ASIA-PACIFIC *US News & World Report 2018 SCHOOLS SHARE THIS HONOUR
*Kantar 2020 *Association to Advance Collegiate Schools
of Business (AACSB)

Supplementary Learning and Assessment Tools Used:

GLOBAL RECOGNITION
AND ACHIEVEMENT

INNOVATIVE Awarded to

Teaching & Learning INTI INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY 3D Studio Broadcasting Video Management Interactivity Building
& COLLEGES for: System Using The Most And Creation Tools Software Ranging From INDUSTRY RELEVANCE
Advanced Virtual Studio Games, Quizzes, Simulations,
Technology Presentations And More INTI has established a
With Blackboard, learning does not only happen in strong collaborative network
INTI integrates an array of proven approaches to the classroom, it happens everywhere. It’s a holistic, with key leading companies in
teaching combined with revolutionary applications of integrated system to collaborate and interact with the industry and has been at the
forefront of education innovation
technology in the classroom such as the innovative fellow students and lecturers. Students can offer
Professional Development (2020, 2019 & 2017) by offering an academic
and gain feedback from their peers on coursework • •
curriculum that is not only
Blackboard Learning Management System. and perform self-assessments while learning in a
• Student Success (2020 & 2019) •
• Leading Change (2018) • Online Assessment Platform Software To Support Feedback industry relevant but also
safe, nurturing and holistic environment. with Online Remote Proctoring Processes Including Course immensely effective.
And Lecturers’ Evaluations

INDIVIDUAL
Development THE MENTOR-MENTEE PROGRAMME
Expand your social circles and future horizons
PARENT / TEACHER MEETINGS
Get valuable feedback and grow
LINKEDIN
Building your personal brand and your link to
a world of opportunities
INTI endeavours to include practical experiences in New students at INTI are paired up with a senior To keep abreast of a student’s academic progress at
student who acts as a role model and offers INTI, both students and lecturers have access to the INTI has established a collaboration with LinkedIn
every programme it offers. From practical workshops assistance in easing them into academic life. Blackboard Academic Learning system which helps that leverages its powerful connections, and offers
taught by local and international guest lecturers The mentor-mentee programme supports new them track the areas for improvement. Parents and training for students to create their personal brand
students to form social bonds and helps them caregivers are also invited to meet with the and profile that elevates their opportunities for
and industry practitioners who share the ins and become a part of the close-knit INTI community. student’s lecturers and academic staff to discuss employability. Regular workshops are conducted to
These social bonds provide a significant part of their academic performance and explore ways to teach students how to create a compelling resume
outs of the working world, to hands-on practical the support a student receives during their enhance it. that will resonate with potential employers. With a
projects initiated by potential employers. journey at INTI. complete, job-ready LinkedIn profile even before they
graduate, INTI students have the perfect platform to
build and enhance their personal brand.

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DISCOVER THE Biotechnology graduates are able to contribute their INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS AND NETWORKING

NEXT BIG talents across a diverse scope of industries ranging

from manufacturing, the service industry and even
environmental management. In medicine, an INTI
Learn directly and gain real-world knowledge from the industry.
Our strong partnerships with businesses and employers offer you the
opportunities to take part in Employer Projects and field trips, all of
which will stand you in good stead when you graduate. At INTI, it is

BREAKTHROUGH Biotechnology and Life Sciences graduate is able

to produce and enhance the production of antibiotics
and vaccines to cure diseases. In agriculture, graduates
are able to contribute by helping to genetically
simply more than just studying life under a microscope as we will get
you ready for the working world.

CAREER-READY INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME

One of the most exciting areas of scientific research, biotechnology is the in-depth study and engineer and create more resilient, better crops and Partnering with biotechnology and molecular bioscience
mastery of all aspects of living organisms down to the cellular level and the knowledge of how livestock to resolve food shortages. In forensics, INTI companies, we provide you with an excellent opportunity to put
to derive and apply useful applications from organic systems to resolve all manner of problems all your theoretical knowledge and laboratory skills to good use,
biotechnologists have contributed towards the goal of and acquaint yourself with the industry’s stringent requirements
across multiple fields of human endeavour. bringing criminals to justice by offering detailed hence, boosting your employability.
analysis of genetic material at crime scenes.
ELEVATE YOUR EDUCATION EXPERIENCE
A rigorous industry-relevant curriculum along with If you pursue an Australian Degree Transfer Programme (Science) or
extensive opportunities for internship programmes Bachelor of Biotechnology (Hons), you can choose to transfer to a
with the world’s leading biotechnology and molecular reputable, highly-ranked university in Australia, such as the University
of Adelaide, University of New South Wales, The University of
bioscience companies ensures that graduates
Queensland and the University of South Australia.
remain at the forefront of the latest developments
with exceptional employability. Make your mark
and contribute to science and humanity in a PROVEN RECORD OF EXCELLENCE
Our Australian Degree Transfer Programme has been consistently
meaningful way.
successful in producing First-Class and Upper Second-class degree
holders in the field of Biotechnology and Life Sciences. On hand to
guide you to your success is a team of academicians and industry
professionals who are highly dedicated and experienced.

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POPULAR PRESTIGIOUS
MAJORS PARTNER
BIOCHEMISTRY
Decipher the structures and functions of proteins,
carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids and other bio-
GENETICS
Genetics identifies the molecular, cellular, and organismal
aspects of heredity in animals and plants. It also
UNIVERSITIES
Via extensive agreements with some of the most renowned universities, students may electively
molecules, the mechanisms of enzyme action, elucidation considers the hereditary mechanisms of micro-organisms,
of metabolic pathways and their control, and the human hereditary disorders and DNA technology. transfer their credits and complete their course overseas which hosts some of the world’s
understanding of life processes through the laws of institutions at the forefront of research in biotechnology and molecular science. These partner
chemistry. It also include in-depth study of the molecular universities are consistently ranked among the top 200 universities worldwide by The Times Higher
basis of genetics.
MICROBIOLOGY & IMMUNOLOGY Education along with the rigorously assessed QS World University Rankings.
This subject involves the study of microscopic organisms
BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE such as bacteria, yeasts, moulds, viruses, rickettsia
and protozoa. It also examines the diversity, structure, THE UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE
This study allows students to specialise in scientific areas function, growth, reproduction, genetics, physiology, The School of Biological Sciences, the University of Adelaide was formed in 2015 to coordinate and consolidate the
related to the normal functions or diseases of humans. preservation and control of these micro-organisms. University's cutting edge and world-class research and teaching in Ecology & Environmental Science; Genetics &
Learn how the body operates and gain an understanding Mutation, gene mapping and structure, means of Evolution; and Molecular & Cellular Biology. The School has in excess of 600 people in research, teaching and support
of current medical research aimed at improving diagnosis, transferring genetic information and applications of staff, postgraduates and honours students. World-class research and teaching is conducted in the School of Biological
Sciences which covers a range of subject matter notable in its breadth and scale.
prevention and treatment of diseases. genetic modifications and the study of the immune system
in human and other organisms are also covered.

BIOTECHNOLOGY
MOLECULAR BIOLOGY THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW SOUTH WALES
Involves the use of advanced genetic techniques to In the School of Biotechnology and Biomolecular Sciences (BABS), the University of New South Wales we teach
construct novel microbial, plant and animal strains, The study of molecular foundations of living organisms, undergraduates, mentor postgraduate research students and conduct research in the disciplines of biotechnology,
biochemistry, genetics, molecular biology, microbiology, environmental microbiology, medical microbiology and
obtain site-directed mutants to improve the quantity especially DNA; how it is used to define an organism, how immunology. We empower our students, giving them the tools and experience to embark on a career that is richer,
or quality of products, or obtain other desired phenotypes. genes are regulated, and how human beings are related more fulfilling and constantly fascinating.
It spans a variety of activities, from optimisation of to other organisms. Like Biochemistry, it underlies many
processes such as those involved in producing antibiotics, aspects of genetic engineering, protein engineering, and
vaccines, monoclonal antibodies, and genetically other new approaches to improving upon nature.
engineered transgenic plants and animals, to carrying out
gene therapy, improving water and land management, and
remedying pollution. THE UNIVERSITY OF QUEENSLAND
The University of Queensland understands that academic interests are as diverse as their students. They provide
NUTRITION choices to give you flexibility in your learning process. Offering a breadth of study that leads the way in Australia,
you can choose a degree to match your interests, passions and career goals.
This examines the effects of food components on the
FOOD SCIENCE metabolism, health, performance, and disease resistance
of humans and animals. It also includes the study of
This subject involves the basic chemical, physical, human behaviour related to foods.
biochemical and biophysical properties of foods and their
constituents, and of the changes that these may undergo UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA
The School offers undergraduate programmes in pharmacy, pharmaceutical science (including a double degree in
during handling, preservation, processing, storage, pharmaceutical science/pharmacy), nutrition and food sciences, medical science, and the only laboratory medicine
distribution and preparation for consumption. Activities degree to be fully accredited by the Australian Institute of Medical Scientists in South Australia. The School has strong
include the development of new food products, design of links to the Sansom Institute for Health Research bringing together internationally recognised research concentrations
processes to produce these foods, choice of packaging in quality use of medicines, molecular and cell biology, drug development, cancer research, pharmaceutical science,
materials, shelf-life studies, sensory evaluation of the neuroscience and nutrition and dietetics.
product with trained expert panels or potential consumers,
as well as microbiological and chemical testing.

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CONTENT BIOTECHNOLOGY
PATHWAY
BACHELOR OF
BIOTECHNOLOGY (HONS)

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Pathways 13 - 14

Entry Requirements 15 SPM / O-Level or equivalent STPM / UEC or equivalent

Foundation in Science 16
Foundation in Science / Cambridge A-Level (CAL) /
SACE International (formerly known as South Australian Matriculation - SAM)
Bachelor of Biotechnology (Hons) 17

Australian Degree Transfer Programme 18 Bachelor of Bachelor of Bachelor of Biotechnology (Hons) /

Biotechnology (Hons) Biotechnology (Hons) Internship
Year 1 Year 2 Year 3

The University of Adelaide The University of Adelaide

• BSc – any two of Biochemistry, Genetics, Microbiology & Immunology • BSc – any two of Biochemistry, Genetics, Microbiology & Immunology
• BSc (Biotechnology) • BSc (Biotechnology)
• BSc (Biomedical Science) – Biochemistry, Genetics, Microbiology & Immunology or Pharmacology • BSc (Biomedical Science) – Biochemistry, Genetics, Microbiology & Immunology, Physiology
or Pharmacology
The University of New South Wales • BSc (Molecular Biology)
• BSc – Anatomy, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Ecology, Food Science, • BSc (Molecular & Drug Design)
Genetics, Medical Microbiology & Immunology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, • B Food & Nutrition Science
Pharmacology, Physiology (Last 2 years)
• BMedSc (Last 2 years) The University of New South Wales
• BSc (Adv Sc) (Hons) – Anatomy, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Ecology, • BSc – Anatomy, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Ecology, Food Science,
Food Science, Genetics, Medical Microbiology & Immunology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Medical Microbiology & Immunology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology (Last 1.5 years)
Pharmacology, Physiology (Last 3 years) • BMedSc (Last 1.5 years)
• BSc (Biotechnology) (Hons) (Last 3 years) • BSc (Adv Sc) (Hons) – Anatomy, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Ecology,
Genetics, Medical Microbiology & Immunology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology (Last 2.5 years)
The University of Queensland • BSc (Biotechnology) (Hons) (Last 2.5 years)
• Bachelor of Biomedical Science
• Bachelor of Biotechnology (Molecular Biotechnology) or (Microbial Biotechnology) The University of Queensland
• Bachelor of Food Technology • Bachelor of Biotechnology (Molecular Biotechnology) or (Microbial Biotechnology)
• BSc (Biochemistry & Molecular Biology) • BSc (Biochemistry & Molecular Biology)
• BSc (Biomedical Science) – Anatomy, Developmental Biology, Human Genetics, Immunology & • BSc (Biomedical Science) – Human Genetics, Immunology & Infectious Diseases
Infectious Diseases, Neuroscience, Pharmacology, Physiology • BSc (Genetics)
• BSc (Ecology) • BSc (Microbiology)
• BSc (Food Science) or (Food Science & Nutrition) • Bachelor of Food Technology
• BSc (Genetics)
• BSc (Marine Science)
• BSc (Microbiology)
• BSc (Plant Science)
• BSc (Zoology)

University of South Australia

• BmedSc

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AUSTRALIAN
DEGREE TRANSFER ENTRY
PROGRAMME REQUIREMENTS
(SCIENCE)
Bachelor of Biotechnology (Hons) Canadian Pre-U (Ontario Senior STPM
Secondary Diploma) 2 grade C in any 2 subjects, or its
Foundation 6 subjects with minimum average score equivalent; and possess SPM with
Completion of Foundation of 68 and possess SPM/its equivalent 3 credits in Mathematics, 1 science
SPM / O-Level or equivalent STPM / UEC or equivalent Programme with a CGPA of 2.00, with 3 credits in Mathematics, 1 subject and 1 any other subject,
or its equivalent, and possess SPM science subject and 1 any other or its equivalent
with 3 credit in Mathematics, 1 subject, or its equivalent
science subject and 1 any other SACE International
Foundation in Science / Cambridge A-Level (CAL) / (formerly known as South Australian
SACE International (formerly known as South Australian Matriculation - SAM) or equivalent
subject, or its equivalent Matriculation in related fields
Matriculation (SAM)
Programme with a CGPA of 2.00,
A-Level or its equivalent, and possess SPM ATAR of 70 and possess SPM/
2 principal passes in any of 2 with 3 credit in Mathematics, 1 its equivalent with 3 credits in
science subjects science subject and 1 any other Mathematics, 1 science subject and
Australian Degree Transfer Programme (Science) Australian Degree Transfer Programme (Science) subject, or its equivalent 1 any other subject, or its equivalent
Year 1 Year 2 STPM
2 grade C in any 2 subjects, or its Diploma NSW (HSC)
equivalent; and possess SPM with Completion of Diploma ATAR of 70 and possess SPM/
AUSTRALIA The University of Adelaide (Year 3) 3 credits in Mathematics, 1 science with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, its equivalent with 3 credits in
The University of Adelaide (Years 2 & 3)
• BSc – any two of Biochemistry, Genetics, Microbiology & Immunology
• BSc – any two of Biochemistry, Genetics, Microbiology & Immunology
• BSc (Biotechnology) subject and 1 any other subject, or its equivalent. Mathematics, 1 science subject and
• BSc (Biotechnology)
• BSc (Biomedical Science) – Biochemistry, Genetics, Microbiology & Immunology, Physiology
• BSc (Biomedical Science) – Biochemistry, Genetics, Microbiology & Immunology or Pharmacology
or its equivalent 1 any other subject, or its equivalent
or Pharmacology
• BSc (Molecular Biology)
The University of New South Wales
• BSc – Anatomy, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Ecology, Food Science, Genetics, MUFY
• BSc (Molecular & Drug Design)
• B Food & Nutrition Science Medical Microbiology & Immunology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology (Last 1.5 years)
SACE International 4 subjects with minimum average Australian Year 12
The University of New South Wales
• BMedSc (Last 1.5 years)
• BSc (Adv Sc) (Hons) – Anatomy, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Ecology, Genetics, (formerly known as South Australian score of 61 ATAR of 70 and possess SPM/
• BSc – Anatomy, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Ecology, Food Science,
Genetics, Medical Microbiology & Immunology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology,
Medical Microbiology & Immunology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology (Last 2.5 years)
• BSc (Biotechnology) (Hons) (Last 2.5 years)
Matriculation (SAM) its equivalent with 3 credits in
Pharmacology, Physiology (Last 2 years)
• BMedSc (Last 2 years)
The University of Queensland (Year 3)
ATAR of 70 and possess SPM/ Others Mathematics, 1 science subject and
• BSc (Adv Sc) (Hons) – Anatomy, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Ecology,
Food Science, Genetics, Medical Microbiology & Immunology, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, • Bachelor of Biotechnology (Molecular Biotechnology) or (Microbial Biotechnology)
• BSc (Biochemistry & Molecular Biology)
its equivalent with 3 credits in Other equivalent qualifications 1 any other subject, or its equivalent
Pharmacology, Physiology (Last 3 years)
• BSc (Biotechnology) (Hons) (Last 3 years) • BSc (Biomedical Science) – Human Genetics and Immunology & Infectious Diseases Mathematics, 1 science subject and as recognised by the Malaysian
• BSc (Genetics)
The University of Queensland (Years 2 & 3)
• Bachelor of Biomedical Science
• BSc (Microbiology) 1 any other subject, or its equivalent government UEC
• Bachelor of Biotechnology (Molecular Biotechnology) or (Microbial Biotechnology)
• Bachelor of Food Technology
Queensland University of Technology 5Bs including Mathematics and 1
• BSc (Biochemistry & Molecular Biology)
• BSc (Biomedical Science) – Anatomy, Developmental Biology, Human Genetics, Immunology &
• BAppSc (Biochemistry) (Last 1.5 years)
• BAppSc (Microbiology) (Last 1.5 years) NSW (HSC) science subject
Infectious Diseases, Neuroscience, Pharmacology and Physiology
• BSc (Ecology)
• BAppSc (Biotechnology) (Last 1.5 years)
• BBiotech Innovation (Hons) (Last 3 years)
ATAR of 70 and possess SPM/ Australian Degree Transfer
• BSc (Food Science) or (Food Science & Nutrition)
• BSc (Genetics)
its equivalent with 3 credits in Programme (Science) Canadian Pre-U (Ontario Senior
• BSc (Marine Science)
• BSc (Microbiology)
Mathematics, 1 science subject and Secondary Diploma)
• BSc (Plant Science)
• BSc (Zoology)
1 any other subject, or its equivalent Foundation 6 subjects with minimum average score
University of South Australia
Completion of Foundation of 68 and possess SPM/its equivalent
• BmedSc (1.5 years)
Australian Year 12 Programme with a CGPA of 2.00, with 3 credits in Mathematics, 1
UK
University of Essex
ATAR of 70 and possess SPM/ or its equivalent, and possess SPM science subject and 1 any other
• BSc Biological Sciences
• BSc Biochemistry
its equivalent with 3 credits in with 3 credit in Mathematics, 1 subject, or its equivalent
• BSc Zoology Mathematics, 1 science subject and science subject and 1 any other
University of West England (Years 2 & 3)
• BSc Biomedical Sciences
1 any other subject, or its equivalent subject, or its equivalent Matriculation in related fields
• BSc Biological Sciences
Programme with a CGPA of 2.00,
NEW ZEALAND
Victoria University of Wellington
UEC A-Level or its equivalent, and possess SPM
• BSc (Year 2+3)
• BSc (Biomedical Sciences)(Year 2+3)
5Bs including Mathematics and 1 2 principal passes in any of 2 with 3 credit in Mathematics, 1
science subject science subjects science subject and 1 any other
subject, or its equivalent

Others
Other equivalent qualifications
as recognised by the Malaysian
government
Note:
The credit requirement at SPM level can be exempted should the grades obtained are equivalent / higher.
Student must obtain 5Bs at UEC AND credit in Mathematics and 1 science subject at SPM.

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FOUNDATION Learning approach

Students will be introduced to various

Programme structure

Year 1
BACHELOR OF Highlights

• The programme spans a variety of key

Duration

3 Years (9 semesters)
IN SCIENCE active learning methodologies such as
Problem-based Learning, group discussions
• Chemistry 1
• Chemistry 2
BIOTECHNOLOGY biotechnology areas from optimisation
of processes such as those involved in
and projects, helping them to develop
academically in areas like study skills,
presentation skills, research skills and time
• English Language Skills 1
• English Language Skills 2
• General Studies
(HONS) producing antibiotics, vaccines, monoclonal
antibodies, and genetically engineered
transgenic plants and animals, to carrying
Programme structure

Year 1
management, which are all prerequisites for • Human Communication out gene therapy, improving water and land • Biology of Organisms
academic success. This will further enhance • Mathematics 1 management, and remedying pollution • Chemistry 1
their critical and analytical skills, preparing • Mathematics 2 • Well-equipped labs, where all Biotechnology • Chemistry 2
them for the demands of the workplace. • Self-Development Skills undergraduates will have the opportunity to • Introduction to Biotechnology
• Skills for Creative Thinking use advanced equipment such as the • Mathematics & Statistics
Real-Time PCR, HPLC, Bioreactor, Sonicator • Molecular & Cell Biology
This programme prepares Assessment Elective papers for Biological Science/ and Inverted Microscope • Organisation & Management
Bioscience* Pathway • Students may transfer to partner
students for admission into Assessment of individual courses in the • Basic Computing This programme provides training universities in Australia upon completing 1 or Year 2
science-related degrees Foundation Programme consists of two • Biology 1 2 years at INTI International University • Analysis of Genetic Inheritance
components:
in the practical application • Students may change their majors when
• Biology 2 • Biochemistry of Biomolecules & Enzymes
in INTI. It is designed to • Continuous course work (50%) • Statistics of organisms, or their cellular transferring to partner universities • Bioinstrumentation & Analytical Techniques
equip students with a solid • Final examination (50%) components, to manufacturing, • Collaborations with prestigious partner • Biotechnology Laboratory 1
fundamental knowledge of Elective papers for Pure Science / universities such as the University of • Cell & Tissue Culture
The continuous course work component Other Science Area* Pathway service industries and environmental Adelaide, University of New South Wales, • Cellular & Metabolic Biochemistry
their field of study, which comprises different assessment tasks • Biology 1 management. It provides sound University of Queensland and the University • Chromosomes, Gene Regulation & Evolution
includes Physics, Chemistry, such as projects, assignments, laboratory • Biology 2 of South Australia • Fermentation Technology
work, presentations, tests, and others as • Physics 1
training in core Molecular • Immunology
Mathematics, English and assigned throughout each semester. The final • Physics 2 Biosciences (Biochemistry,Genetics, • Microbiology
Basic Computing. examination is conducted at the end of each Microbiology, Molecular Biology and Career opportunities • Recombinant DNA Technology
semester. The assessments are subject to Elective papers for Engineering Pathway
quality assurance procedures to maintain high • Physics 1 Immunology), leading to different • Science Officer, Science Researcher, Year 3
standards and ensure fair assessment. • Physics 2 areas of Biotechnology. Compulsory Clinical and Regulatory Executive or Officer, • Agrobiotechnology
• Engineering Mechanics Field Application Specialist, Technical • Bioethics
• Basic Computing
Biotechnology projects as well as Support Executive or Officer, Service • Bioinformatics
Offered at internships with biotechnology and Engineer, Quality Assurance Officer • Biotechnology Laboratory 2
molecular bioscience companies (Executive, Supervisor or Analyst), • Biotechnology Laboratory 3
INTI International University Quality Control Officer (Supervisor, • Biotechnology Practice
(R2/010/3/0198)(03/24)(A10019) will further enhance the employability Assistant or Analyst), Safety Specialist • Biotechnology Project
of graduates. • Industries in the public or private sector: • Environmental Biotechnology
INTAKES: JAN, MAY & AUG biotechnology, food and drink (including • Industrial Biotechnology
brewing), health and beauty care, • Internship
chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing • Medical Biotechnology
INTI International College Subang companies, research companies (including • Methods & Skills in Research
(N/010/3/0445)(04/22)(MQA/FA8898)
companies conducting clinical trials),
INTI International College Penang clinical diagnostic laboratories, analytical
(N/010/3/0422)(09/21)(MQA/FA8334)
and testing laboratories, environmental MPU subjects
pollution control companies, hospitals,
INTAKES: JAN, MAY & AUG patent companies, various government • Bahasa Kebangsaan A*
research agencies and facilities (medicine, • Community Service
farming and agriculture, fisheries, forestry, • Corporate Social Responsibility
Duration etc.), forensic services and universities • Design Thinking
• Ethnic Relations (Local students) /
1 Year Communicating in Malay 3
Offered at (International students)
• Islamic & Asian Civilisation (Local
INTI International University students) / Malaysian Studies 3
(R2/545/6/0009)(05/22)(A7640)
(International students)

INTAKES: JAN, JUNE & AUG

* Applicable to INTI International University only. * For Malaysian students who do not have a credit in SPM BM.
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AUSTRALIAN Highlights

• Well-equipped labs, where all Australian

Programme structure**

Level 1
DEGREE Degree Transfer Programme (Science)
students will have the opportunity to use
• Biology of Organisms
• Chemistry 1

TRANSFER advanced equipment such as the

Real-Time PCR, HPLC, Bioreactor,
Sonicator and Inverted Microscope
• Chemistry 2
• Computing
• Introduction to Biotechnology
PROGRAMME • Collaboration with prestigious partner
universities like the University of Adelaide,
• Mathematics and Statistics
• Molecular and Cell Biology
(SCIENCE) University of New South Wales,
University of Queensland and
• Organisation and Management

Queensland University of Technology Level 2

• Biochemistry 1
• Biochemistry 2
Students can pursue Biotechnology, Career opportunities • Biotechnology Laboratory
Life Sciences, Molecular Biosciences • Bioinstrumentation &
• Science Officer, Researcher, Clinical and Analytical Techniques
or Biomedical Sciences for up to Regulatory Executive, Regulatory Officer, • Cell and Tissue Culture
the first two years of the degree Field Application Specialist, Technical Support • Fermentation Technology
Executive (Officer), Service Engineer, Quality • Genetics 1
programme. Successful students can Assurance Officer (Executive or Supervisor or • Genetics 2
transfer to partner universities in Analyst), Quality Control Officer (Supervisor, • Immunology
Australia, New Zealand or the United Assistant or Analyst), Safety Specialist • Microbiology
• Industries in the public or private sector: • Recombinant DNA Technology
Kingdom to complete the degree. biotechnology, food and drink (including
It is noteworthy that a number of brewing), farming and agriculture, health and
beauty care, research companies, medical Programme structure***
the collaboration universities are and scientific instruments companies,
consistently ranked among the top chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing Level 1
200 universities worldwide by The companies, research companies (including • Biology 1
companies conducting clinical trials), • General Chemistry 1
Times Higher Education. On the QS clinical diagnostic laboratories, analytical • Statistical Methods
World University Rankings are the and testing laboratories, environmental • Basic Computing
pollution control companies, hospitals, blood
University of Adelaide, University banking services, government research Level 2
of New South Wales, University of agencies and facilities (medicine, farming • Biology 2
Queensland, University of Essex and and agriculture, fisheries, forestry, etc.), • General Chemistry 2
forensic services and universities • Microbiology
University of the West of England. • Basic Programming / Human Physiology
In Year 1, students take up the core
Offered at
basic sciences in Chemistry and MPU subjects
Molecular & Cell Biology, supported INTI International University
(R/440/6/0017)(06/24)(A10501)
by courses in Mathematics, • Bahasa Kebangsaan A*
INTI International College Penang • Community Service
Management, and (N/420/6/0021)(04/25)(MQA/PA12906)
• Corporate Social Responsibility
Computing. In Year 2, they • Design Thinking
INTAKES: JAN, MAY & AUG • Ethnic Relations (Local students) /
proceed to “cornerstone” courses Communicating in Malay 2
in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, (International students)
Duration • Islamic & Asian Civilisation (Local
Genetics, Microbiology, and students) / Malaysian Studies 3
Immunology. INTI International University (International students)
6 Semesters

INTI International College Penang

3 Semesters

* For Malaysian students who do not have a credit in SPM BM.

** Only available in INTI International University.
*** Only available in INTI International College Penang. 18 - 19
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INTI has established close ties with leading companies in the industry to

HEAR WHAT develop employer projects to enable students to gain real, hands-on work
experience while studying. Through these projects, students are presented
with immediate challenges faced by businesses, and are required to work

OUR ALUMNI SAY PROJECTS together in teams to develop and present their proposals. Projects are
based on real-life business issues that will help students to develop their
knowledge and apply their soft skills in actual business scenarios.

Some employer projects undertaken by our students:

“opportunities
INTI believes in giving its students a balanced life. My years spent there were full of
to build our soft skills, in addition to excellent classes taught by dedicated
lecturers. Coupled with conducive facilities and quiet and calm surroundings, INTI became THE OPTIMISATION OF GROWTH FACTORS FOR
like a second home. If there’s one thing I’ve learned here, it’s to find joy in learning new PLANT CULTURE WITH HIGH DECORATIVE VALUE
things. A positive attitude has helped me tremendously in dealing with challenges in the
TerraLiving Enterprise
working world.
”
WAN NURUL AISYAH The growth of plants in outdoor greenhouses has proven to be
Worked at IP Associate, Adipven (M) Sdn Bhd
Bachelor of Biotechnology (Hons) challenging due to temperature fluctuation, inconsistent sunlight
exposure and pest outbreaks. Students from the Bachelor of
Biotechnology programme collaborated with TerraLiving Enterprise to
find the best way to grow plants with high decorative value in an
outdoor greenhouse e.g. moss and lower plants (Leucobryum glaucum,
Hypnum plumaeforme, Bryum sp.) If the current breed of plants could
not adapt to the indoor environment, an artificial selection of plant

“because
Back in 2011 when the Malaysian biotechnology scene was just emerging, I joined INTI
it had one of the most established and reputable Biotechnology programmes.
would be used to perform.

What I really liked was the integrated learning experience which went way beyond doing The students put together a collaborative study to come up with
coursework. Subsequently, INTI Career Services was instrumental in helping me secure a
practical ways of cultivating indoor plants, using different growth
internship opportunity that led to a permanent position as a research scientist. I know I am
parameters and applied knowledge gained in Agrobiotechnology to
very fortunate to be in a career that I love.
ARUTCHELVAM BALAKRISHNAN
” determine the best parameters for the study. The creative and highly
motivated students also utilised knowledge and entrepreneurial skills
Senior Scientist at Sime Darby Technology Centre
Bachelor of Biotechnology (Hons) obtained in Industrial Biotechnology to propose the commercial aspects
of indoor plant cultivation that could reduce overall cost for TerraLiving.

“themOneoffered
of the best things about INTI was its diverse student population. Interacting with
priceless insights into cultures from all over the world. The experience
groomed me to cope better in the working world, where everyday you will face adversity
or challenges.
LEW ZIEN
” THE OPTIMISATION OF SUBSTRATES FOR THE
CULTIVATION OF MUSHROOMS WITH HIGH
Management Associate at Ant Futurtes a.k.a Ento Malaysia COMMERCIAL VALUE
Bachelor of Biotechnology (Hons)
Nas Agro Farm

The objective of this project was to determine the commercial and

scientific benefit of using an alternative green and renewable source
as a substrate for the cultivation of oyster mushrooms.

INTI students were required to identify a readily available resource

“ Looking back, my INTI journey was a pivotal stepping stone to some of my greatest
accomplishments. After completing my Biotechnology programme, I realized I had a passion
to be tested as a potential substrate for mushroom cultivation,
substituting sawdust, a conventional mushroom growing medium
for food science, so I decided to pursue my Masters in Food Science and Innovation at
Manchester Metropolitan University. In the UK, I participated in a host of interesting projects which is not environmental friendly. Thus, a new medium is pressingly
– from developing beer from bakery products to collaborating with one of UK’s biggest needed for the sustainable development of the industry. The students
supermarket chains and getting my food safety HACCP certification. Can’t wait to make my successfully identified an alternative green and renewable source,
mark in the food industry!
LIEW ZEH SAN
” with the correct formulation, as a potential replacement for the
current medium.
Bachelor of Biotechnology (Hons)

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COMPETITIONS AND
STUDENT ACTIVITIES
▼ Y OUNG SOUTH EAST ASIAN LEADERSHIP INITIATIVE (YSEALI) WORLD OF FOOD INNOVATION CHALLENGE ▼ THE INTERNATIONAL INNOVATION FESTIVAL ORGANISED BY UNIVERSITI TEKNIKAL MALAYSIA MELAKA (UTEM)
BY THE U.S. AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT (USAID) IN COLLABORATION WITH THE MINISTRY OF EDUCATION (MOE) AND THE MINISTRY OF SCIENCE,
INTI won 3rd place in YSEALI World of Food Innovation Challenge. The challenge aimed to collect innovative technology solutions and addressed some of South East Asia’s TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION MALAYSIA (MOSTI)
most complex challenges in the fields of agriculture, aquaculture and fisheries. INTI’s team started their quest with an information-based mobile application which aimed INTI won silver medal in a competition where students showcased their creativity and innovation through the products designed. The team’s creation - My Pollution
to provide live data from fish farms and information about fish diseases to the farm operators. In addition to that, the application was designed to connect buyers and Detector (My-PD) - a smartphone with the special ability to detect air pollutants, caught the attention of judges and visitors. The product has great market potential
sellers through a marketplace, including a forum for the farm operators to communicate with government agencies, universities, and fish experts. given its low setup cost, high demand for the detection of pollutants, multi-purpose functions, immediate reading and easy single-click start up.

Winning Team: Tan How Ming, Liew Zien, Nur Syafiyah Nabilah binti Arma,
and their academic instructor Associate Professor Dr. Wong Ling Shing

▼ BIOTECHNOLOGY STUDENTS WON SILVER MEDAL IN INIIC ▼ TERRARIUM WORKSHOP BY RAYMOND YEOW, CEO OF TERRALIVING AND PROUD INTI ALUMNI
More than 90 teams from Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia and Hong Kong joined the competition. Competing with other top research universities in the region, Students had the opportunity to participate in a terrarium-making workshop. The workshop was conducted by Raymond Yeow, CEO of TerraLiving and
our biolotechnology students’ innovation, the Contaminant Free Glove, won the silver medal. Their innovation was subsequently highlighted in the prestigious a proud INTI alumni. At the end of the workshop, each participant had their own personalised terrarium to take home. The workshop covered a step-by-step guide
Innovative Scientific Journal (ISJ). for participants on harvesting moss, storage methods for moss, a video and slideshow presentation, in-depth highlights on Biology of mosses, hands-on terrarium
crafting and an invaluable knowledge sharing session!

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Published: NOV2020