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UNDERGRADUATE MALAYSIAn

    PROGRAMMES

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        • SCHOOL OF THE ARTS

          The Bachelor of Arts in Fine Art with Honours programme is a broad and diverse field of study that encompasses a wide range of artistic disciplines. It’s creative and expressive nature provides students with opportunities to explore various forms of artistic expression in painting, sculpture, drawing, printmaking, photography and more.
          Bachelor of Music with Honours is a 3 ½ year program offered by the School of The Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia. The programme is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in music to succeed in the music industry.
          The program is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in the principles and techniques of acting and directing, as well as a deep understanding of the historical and cultural contexts of theater and film. Students will learn how to analyze texts, create characters, and communicate effectively with audiences through a range of performance styles and techniques.
          The Bachelor of Fine Arts in New Media Design and Technology with Honours at the School of The Arts, USM is an exciting program that prepares students for a career in the rapidly evolving field of digital media. This program is designed to develop students' creative and technical skills to produce innovative and engaging digital media content.
          The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Communication with Honours program at the School of The Arts, USM is a cutting-edge program that offers students a comprehensive education in graphic design and communication. This program is designed to help students develop their artistic talents while also equipping them with the technical skills needed to succeed in today's competitive creative industries.
          The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Product Design with Honours program at the School of the Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) is a comprehensive and rigorous course that prepares students for a career in product design. This four-year program focuses on developing students' design skills, creativity, and critical thinking abilities while equipping them with technical skills in various design tools and software.
        • SCHOOL OF EDUCATIONAL STUDIES

          This program aims to provide educators who are able to lead, innovate, and commit to addressing the needs of students with special needs (SEN) in line with the Malaysian Special Education Philosophy
          To produce education officers in the field of TESOL who are professional, dedicated, innovative and critical thinkers.
          The Bachelor of Education (Malay) with Honors program is an educational program that integrates pedagogy and linguistics of the Malay language.
          The Bachelor of Education (History) with Honors program is an educational program that integrates pedagogy and history.
          The Bachelor of Education (Geography) with Honors program is an educational program that integrates pedagogy and geography.
        • SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES

          Bachelor of Arts with Honors is offered through the following specializations: 1. Malay Language Linguistics 2. English Language Studies 3. Geography 4. Literature 5. History
          Translation and interpretation courses provide knowledge about translation and interpretation theories, along with practical training in these fields.
          This program is designed to meet the nation's need to produce competent and knowledgeable graduates equipped with relevant language and literary skills, enabling them to adapt effectively to societal demands and global changes, particularly in the field of English.
        • SCHOOL OF LANGUAGES, LITERACIES & TRANSLATION

          The programme, better known as BA EFP amongst USM community, emphasises the fundamentals and practical aspects of written and spoken competence, linguistics and applied linguistics, and critical and creative thinking commonly observed in professional environments.
        • SCHOOL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES

          This program is designed to develop students who are well-informed, resilient, empathetic, and capable of understanding and addressing current societal issues.
          This program emphasizes areas of study within the discipline of economics, such as finance, business and trade, development and planning, industrialization, and human resources, which are expected to meet part of the market demand.
          This program offers a general social work education plan aimed at producing graduates who are well-trained in the field of human services in line with current demands.
        • SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION

          Digital communication drives changes in every facet of life, including in political economy, global media system, culture and trade.
        • SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT

          The Bachelor of Accounting (Honours) degree programme was launched by the School of Management in 1999.
          ▪Bachelor of Management in Business Analytics with Honours ▪Bachelor of Management in International Business with Honours ▪Bachelor of Management in Strategy and Organisation with Honours ▪Bachelor of Management in Operations with Honours ▪Bachelor of Management in Finance with Honours ▪Bachelor of Management in Islamic Finance with Honours ▪Bachelor of Management in Marketing with Honours
        • SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES

          This programme is the first forensic science programme offered in Malaysia. It is a very popular programme and is in high demand among prospective students.
          The programme is designed to produce audiologists who are knowledgeable and able to practise in the field of audiology to fulfil the needs of public and private sectors.
          The Bachelor in Nursing is a four-year (8 semesters) programme offered by the School of Health Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia Health Campus.
          Biomedical Science programme is a multidisciplinary programme which provides students the opportunity to gain experiences and explore areas related to laboratory diagnosis, disease prevention and other biomedical researches.
          The Bachelor of Health Science (Honours) (Medical Radiation) @ Bachelor in Medical Radiation (Honours) (for enrollment from Academic Session 2021/2022 onwards) is a 4-year (8 semesters) full time academic programme which has been offered since academic session 2001/2002 to students with qualification of A-level, STPM, matriculation, diploma in radiography or equivalent. The government of Malaysia has accredited this programme since 2004.
          The programme provides theoretical and practical in three major fields (clinical, community and food service) that covers medical nutrition therapy using nutrition care process in the prevention and management of diseases to meet the nutritional requirement of individuals
          The main purpose of the programme is to impart knowledge in general nutrition with the focus on human nutrition and community nutrition that are relevant to the Malaysian context. It aims to produce versatile graduates to fulfil the needs of the discipline, the healthcare profession and the future job market.
          Speech pathology is a health science profession that deals with the identification, assessment, diagnosis, intervention, and management of communication disorders (disorders of language, speech sounds, fluency, and voice) and swallowing problems.
          Students in this programme are expected to acquire a high level of academic competence and knowledge comparable to that of graduates from similar institutions within and outside the country.
          The Bachelor in Environmental and Occupational Health is a four-year undergraduate programme that prepares students for careers in the field of environmental and occupational safety and health (EOSH).
        • SCHOOL OF MEDICAL SCIENCES

          Doctor of Medicine is a 5-year programme based on the integrated system and structured according to a multi-disciplinary approach. The programme divided into two phases which is Phase 1 (preclinical) during Year 1 and 2; and Phase 2 (clinical) during Year 3, 4 and 5. The philosophy of the curriculum model is known as SPICES model. Emphasis is given to the holistic approach to the patient’s medical problem in relation to his/her family and community.
    • This program offers flexible and accessible distance learning experience in the field of history.
      Majoring in finance involves studying how individuals, businesses, and organizations manage financial resources.
      Majoring in Marketing means pursuing an academic degree focused on the principles and practices of marketing.
      Majoring in Organizational Management focuses on understanding and applying strategies to lead, organize, and manage businesses or teams effectively. It combines principles of leadership, management, and business administration to prepare students for roles where they oversee people, resources, and processes within organizations.
      This program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of biological sciences through a flexible learning mode.
      This programme offers a flexible and accessible distance learning platform designed to equip students with a strong foundation in mathematical theories and applications. The program covers key areas such as algebra, calculus, statistics, and applied mathematics, alongside computational tools and techniques.
      This program offers a comprehensive education in the fields of Anthropology and Sociology, enabling students to understand human behavior, culture, and social structures.
      This program offers comprehensive education in the field of Political Science, enabling students to understand and analyze political systems, political behavior, and public policies at both national and international levels.
    • The Advanced Diploma Program in Renal Nursing aims to produce registered nurses who are competent, safe in nursing practice, ethical, and professional to meet the nation's demand for skilled personnel in renal nursing.
      USM collaborates with International College IMPERIA to offer an off-campus Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Quantity Surveying program.
      The Diploma in Nursing Program at Universiti Sains Malaysia provides theoretical knowledge and clinical training in nursing sciences, behavioral sciences, biological sciences, and clinical experiences in the field of nursing.
      The School of Medical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) introduced its Medical programme in 1979. 30 years later in 2010 has established an offshore campus in Belgaum, Bangalore, India in collaboration with KLE University.
    • This program aims to provide educators who are able to lead, innovate, and commit to addressing the needs of students with special needs (SEN) in line with the Malaysian Special Education Philosophy.
      Bachelor of Music with Honours is a 3 ½ year program offered by the School of The Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia. The programme is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in music to succeed in the music industry.
      Bachelor of Music with Honours is a 3 ½ year program offered by the School of The Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia.
      Bachelor of Music with Honours is a 3 ½ year program offered by the School of The Arts, Universiti Sains Malaysia. The programme is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in music to succeed in the music industry.
      Interior architecture refers to the art and science of designing and modifying the interior spaces of buildings to make them more functional, aesthetic, and comfortable for occupants.
      Interior architecture refers to the art and science of designing and modifying the interior spaces of buildings to make them more functional, aesthetic, and comfortable for occupants.
      Bachelor of Arts with Honors is offered through the following specializations: 1. Malay Language Linguistics 2. English Language Studies 3. Geography 4. Literature 5. History
      The programme, better known as BA EFP amongst USM community, emphasises the fundamentals and practical aspects of written and spoken competence, linguistics and applied linguistics, and critical and creative thinking commonly observed in professional environments.
      This program is designed to develop students who are well-informed, resilient, empathetic, and capable of understanding and addressing current societal issues.
      This program is designed to develop students who are well-informed, resilient, empathetic, and capable of understanding and addressing current societal issues.
      This program is designed to develop students who are well-informed, resilient, empathetic, and capable of understanding and addressing current societal issues.
      Digital communication drives changes in every facet of life, including in political economy, global media system, culture and trade.
      Digital communication drives changes in every facet of life, including in political economy, global media system, culture and trade.
      ▪Bachelor of Management in Business Analytics with Honours ▪Bachelor of Management in International Business with Honours ▪Bachelor of Management in Strategy and Organisation with Honours ▪Bachelor of Management in Operations with Honours ▪Bachelor of Management in Finance with Honours ▪Bachelor of Management in Islamic Finance with Honours ▪Bachelor of Management in Marketing with Honours
      ▪Bachelor of Management in Business Analytics with Honours ▪Bachelor of Management in International Business with Honours ▪Bachelor of Management in Strategy and Organisation with Honours ▪Bachelor of Management in Operations with Honours ▪Bachelor of Management in Finance with Honours ▪Bachelor of Management in Islamic Finance with Honours ▪Bachelor of Management in Marketing with Honours
      Agrobiology is focused on plant diseases and pest infestations of various crops including food crops, industrial crops, feed crops, ornamental crops, oil crops, and fibre crops.
      Agrobiology is focused on plant diseases and pest infestations of various crops including food crops, industrial crops, feed crops, ornamental crops, oil crops, and fibre crops.
      The primary objective of this programme is to provide students with various aspects of animals and plants biodiversity, including preservation of biodiversity, deforestation, pollution, encroachment, habitat loss, and the potential for species extinction.
      The primary objective of this programme is to provide students with various aspects of animals and plants biodiversity, including preservation of biodiversity, deforestation, pollution, encroachment, habitat loss, and the potential for species extinction.
      The Bachelor of Science in Physics with Honours offers a rigorous first-year curriculum that establishes a strong foundation in fundamental physics.
      The Bachelor of Science in Physics with Honours offers a rigorous first-year curriculum that establishes a strong foundation in fundamental physics.
      The ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY program emphasizes fundamental chemistry to develop a solid foundation of theoretical and practical skills and meet the needs of more advanced chemical concepts and contemporary issues in analytical chemistry.
      The ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY program emphasizes fundamental chemistry to develop a solid foundation of theoretical and practical skills and meet the needs of more advanced chemical concepts and contemporary issues in analytical chemistry.
      The CHEMISTRY program emphasizes developing a strong foundation of theoretical and practical skills and developing issues related to more advanced chemical concepts than contemporary chemistry.
      Geophysics is dedicated to studying the structure and motion of the Earth.
      The Applied Statistics programme in the School of Mathematical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, is to produce competent Statisticians who are able to conduct research and development in industries as well as in the service sector.
      The only programme in Malaysia that offers specialization in mining and/or quarrying and processing of metallic and non-metallic minerals through conventional and advanced technologies.
      The programme focuses on synthesis of new polymers, processing of polymeric materials and development of polymer product in the field of electronics, medical, aeronautics, automotive and oil & gas.
      The USM Quantity Surveying programme is dynamic and comprehensive, emphasizing financial and contractual management, including cost estimation, budgeting, procurement, contract administration, and project cost control, alongside advanced topics like computerized measurement, value management, and sustainable construction practices.
      The Civil Engineering programme emphasizes on Enviromental Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Water Resourses Engineering, Transportation & Highway Engineering, Structural Engineering and Geomatic Engineering & Management.
      The programme covers multidisciplinary materials synthesis, product development and fabrication for semiconductor, oil & gas, steel, advanced composite, polymer, ceramic and biomedical industries.
      The INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY program emphasizes on the use of fundamental chemistry such as physical, organic, inorganic and analytical chemistry within industrial applications.
      The INDUSTRIAL CHEMISTRY program emphasizes on the use of fundamental chemistry such as physical, organic, inorganic and analytical chemistry within industrial applications .
      The Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Medical Physics program focuses on the application of physics in the medical field, particularly in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
      This programme is the first forensic science programme offered in Malaysia.
      Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning is a professional programme which accredited by the Board of Town Planners Malaysia.
      Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning is a professional programme which accredited by the Board of Town Planners Malaysia.
      The Building Surveying Programme in the School of Housing, Building and Planning, Universiti Sains Malaysia aims to produce competence Building Surveyors who are able to function efficiently as members of the construction industry.
      The Building Surveying Programme in the School of Housing, Building and Planning, Universiti Sains Malaysia aims to produce competence Building Surveyors who are able to function efficiently as members of the construction industry.
      The Construction Project Management programme at the School of Housing, Building and Planning, Universiti Sains Malaysia, is tailored for students who aspire to take on leadership roles in the management of the built environment, with a particular focus on overseeing the planning, execution, and completion of construction projects.
      The Construction Project Management programme at the School of Housing, Building and Planning, Universiti Sains Malaysia, is tailored for students who aspire to take on leadership roles in the management of the built environment, with a particular focus on overseeing the planning, execution, and completion of construction projects.
      The Construction Project Management programme at the School of Housing, Building and Planning, Universiti Sains Malaysia, is tailored for students who aspire to take on leadership roles in the management of the built environment, with a particular focus on overseeing the planning, execution, and completion of construction projects.
      The Construction Project Management programme at the School of Housing, Building and Planning, Universiti Sains Malaysia, is tailored for students who aspire to take on leadership roles in the management of the built environment, with a particular focus on overseeing the planning, execution, and completion of construction projects.
      The Bachelor in Nursing is a four-year (8 semesters) programme offered by the School of Health Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia Health Campus.
      Biomedical Science programme is a multidisciplinary programme which provides students the opportunity to gain experiences and explore areas related to laboratory diagnosis, disease prevention and other biomedical researches.
      This program offers a general social work education plan aimed at producing graduates who are well-trained in the field of human services in line with current demands.
      This program offers a general social work education plan aimed at producing graduates who are well-trained in the field of human services in line with current demands.
      Students in this programme are expected to acquire a high level of academic competence and knowledge comparable to that of graduates from similar institutions within and outside the country.
      Students in this programme are expected to acquire a high level of academic competence and knowledge comparable to that of graduates from similar institutions within and outside the country.
      The Bachelor in Environmental and Occupational Health is a four-year undergraduate programme that prepares students for careers in the field of environmental and occupational safety and health (EOSH).

    Undergraduate

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