Master of Science in Bioresource, Paper and Coatings Technology - School of Industrial Technology

OVERVIEW

Research Thrust Areas:

Bioresource, Paper and Coatings Technology

Biomass Sciences
Durability and Protection
Wood Polymer Composites
Paper Recycling / Paper Technology
Natural Fibre Filled / Reinforced Polymer Composites
Bioresource based products
Chemical Modification Of Bioresource
Environment Friendly Pulping/ Alternative Pulping Technology
Polymer Chemistry And Resin Technology
Surface Coatings Technology
Adhesives Science and Technology
Biomass Processing and Applications
Nanofiber and Nanocellulose Sciences and Technologies
Green Materials/ Composite
Radiation Curing Technology
Environmentally sustainable pulp bleaching Technology
Biomaterials
Cellulose derivatives
Biocomposites/ Hybrid Biocomposites

Expertise available in the following School: School of Industrial Technology

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Applicants should possess the following:

A. Bachelor's degree in related area

1. CGPA of at least 2.75 / 4.00; or

2. CGPA between 2.50 - 2.74 with the following additional conditions: or

a) Research experience for at least one year; or
b) Work experience in related field for at least one year; or
c) At least one (1) academic publication in the relevant field; or
d) Grade B for major / elective courses; or
e) Grade B+ for final year project

3. CGPA between 2.00 - 2.49 (Bachelor's Degree with Honours) with the following additional conditions: or

a) Research experience for at least five (5) years; or
b) Work experience in related field for at least five (5) years; AND
c) At least one (1) academic publication in the relevant field; or
d) Grade B for major / elective courses; or
e) Grade B+ for final year project

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

Not Applicable

DURATION

Full-time: Min 2 semesters / Max 6 semesters

Part-time: Min 4 semesters / Max 12 semesters

FEES

Malaysian (MYR)
Full Time	Part Time
Registration Fee : 310.00 Tuition Fee (Semester) : 3,550.00 Thesis Evaluation Fee : 750.00 Convocation Fee : 200.00 Research Methodology : 320.00	Registration Fee : 310.00 Tuition Fee (Semester) : 2,975.00 Thesis Evaluation Fee: 750.00 Convocation Fee : 200.00 Research Methodology : 320.00

International (USD)
Full Time	Part Time
Registration Fee : 222.50 Personal Bond : 1000.00 Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,325.00 Thesis Evaluation Fee: 250.00 Convocation Fee : 50.00 Research Methodology : 80.00	Registration Fee : 222.50 Personal Bond : 1000.00 Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,188.00 Thesis Evaluation Fee : 250.00 Convocation Fee : 50.00 Research Methodology : 80.00

** Fees are subject to change

** New fees to be imposed starting from Academic Session 2025/2026 (October 2025 intake onward)

Malaysian (MYR)
Full Time	Part Time
Registration Fee : 310.00 Tuition Fee (Semester) : 3,550.00 Thesis Evaluation Fee : 750.00 Convocation Fee : 200.00	Registration Fee : 310.00 Tuition Fee (Semester) : 2,975.00 Thesis Evaluation Fee: 750.00 Convocation Fee : 200.00

International (USD)
Full Time	Part Time
Registration Fee : 222.50 Personal Bond : 1000.00 Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,850.00 Thesis Evaluation Fee: 250.00 Convocation Fee : 50.00	Registration Fee : 222.50 Personal Bond : 1000.00 Tuition Fee (Semester) : 1,570.00 Thesis Evaluation Fee : 250.00 Convocation Fee : 50.00

** Fees are subject to change