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US6146005 - BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (BIOLOGY) WITH HONOURS

  • OVERVIEW

    The Program of Bachelor of Education (Biology) with Honours aims to produce professional, dedicated, and innovative Biology educators. This program emphasizes mastery of both theoretical knowledge and integrated practices in Biology teaching, enabling graduates to become competent Biology teachers up to the Form Six/ Pre-University level. Additionally, it provides a strong foundation for students to understand the holistic processes of teaching and learning Biology, including the integration of technology and contemporary teaching methods.

    School of Educational Studies,
    Universiti Sains Malaysia,
    11800 Penang, Malaysia.
    https://education.usm.my/

     

    Duration : 4 Years / 8 Semesters
    Medium Instruction : Malay & English Language
    Semester Offered : Semester 1 (October)

  • REQUIREMENTS

    • STPMKPM MATRICULATION / FOUNDATION STUDIES (UM/UKM/UiTM)DIPLOMA / EQUIVALENT – A-LEVEL, IB, AUSMAT, SAM, AND OTHERS
      STPM:

      i. Passed Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) with a minimum CGPA of 3.00.

      AND

      ii. Obtain at least Grade B (NGMP 3.00) in any two (2) of the following subjects:
      • Biology
      • Physics
      • Chemistry
      • Mathematics T

      AND

      iii. Pass Mathematics at SPM level.

      AND

      iv. Obtain at least Band 4.0 in MUET or an equivalent qualification.

      AND

      v. Pass the MEDSI test and excel in the interview assessment.


      Trained teachers are not eligible to apply for this program.
      KPM MATRICULATION / FOUNDATION STUDIES (UM/UKM/UiTM):

      i. Pass the KPM Matriculation / UM Foundation / UKM Foundation / UiTM Foundation with a minimum CGPA of 3.00.

      AND

      ii. Obtain at least Grade B (3.00) in any two (2) of the following subjects:
      • Mathematics
      • Physics
      • Chemistry
      • Biology
      • Computer Science / Programming / Computing

      AND

      iii. Pass Mathematics at the SPM level.

      AND

      iv. Obtain at least Band 4.0 in MUET or an equivalent qualification.

      AND

      v. Pass the MEDSI test and excel in the interview assessment.


      Trained teachers are not eligible to apply for this programme.
      DIPLOMA / EQUIVALENT – A-LEVEL, IB, AUSMAT, SAM, AND OTHERS:

      Possess a Diploma in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 3.00

      AND

      Obtain at least a Grade B (CGPA 3.00) at the DIPLOMA level in the relevant subject applied for (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or Biology)

      OR

      Hold other qualifications recognized as equivalent and endorsed by the University Senate.

      AND

      Pass Mathematics at the SPM level.

      AND

      Achieve at least Band 4.0 in MUET or an equivalent qualification.

      AND

      Pass the MEDSI test and excel in the interview assessment.


      Trained teachers are not eligible to apply for this programme.

  • FEES

    • TYPE OF FEESAMOUNT (RM)
      TYPE OF FEES: Tuition Fees
      AMOUNT (RM):

      660.00
      TYPE OF FEES: Recurrent Fee (Payable every semester)
      AMOUNT (RM):

      550.00
      TYPE OF FEES: Per semester
      AMOUNT (RM):

      1,210.00
      TYPE OF FEES: Non-Recurrent Fee (Payable upon registration)
      AMOUNT (RM):

      820.00
      TYPE OF FEES: ** Fees are subject to change

  • LIST OF COURSE

    • Semester 1

      • Educational Psychology
      • Organisms Biodiversity
      • Ecology
      • Elective:
      • Sociology of Education

      Semester 2

      • Philosophy of Education
      • Principles Of Biochemistry
      • Genetics
      • Elective
      • Uniformed Co-Curriculum

    • Semester 1

      • Curriculum and Instruction
      • Plant Tissue Culture
      • Plant Physiology And Development
      • Elective
      • Bahasa Malaysia IV
      • Academic English
      • Core of Entrepreneurship

      Semester 2

      • Educational Assessment
      • Invertebrate Zoology And Vertebrate Zoology
      • Tropical Ecosystem
      • Elective
      • General English
      • Biology Teaching Methods I
      • Uniformed Co-Curriculum
      • Teaching Practice I

    • Semester 1

      • Biology Teaching Methods II
      • Communication in Education
      • Transdisciplinary Teaching Method
      • Animal Physiology And Development
      • Elective
      • Fundamentals of Research in Education

      Semester 2

      • Fundamentals of Guidance and Counseling
      • Asas Pendidikan Inklusif
      • Climate Change In The Tropics
      • Elective
      • Co-Curriculum

    • Semester 1

      • School Co-Curricular Management
      • Appreciation of Ethics and Civilization
      • Integrity and Anti-Corruption Course
      • Latest Practices in Teaching Technology
      • Discipline Management
      • Principles Of Plant-Animal Interaction

      Semester 2

      • Teaching Practice II

  • CAREER PROSPECTS

    Position

    • Biology Teacher
    • Matriculation Lecturer/Community College Lecturer
    • Biology College Lecturer
    • Research Assistant
    • Tutor
    • Educational Resource Manager
    • Educational Digital
    • Content Designer
    • Educational Technology Trainer

     

    Related Industries

    • Public & Private Education Industry
    • Research Industry
    • Educational Technology Industry
    • Training and Professional Development Industry

Undergraduate

Student Admission Unit
Academic Management Division, Registry, Level 2, Chancellory Building, Universiti Sains Malaysia, 11800 Penang, Malaysia.

Tel : 1 300 888 876 / +604-6533196
Fax : +604 653 3328

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Last Update: Friday 24 July 2026.

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