Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Study (Monash Malaysia)

KPT/JPT (R3/0530/6/0004) 10/30 - MQA/SWA0130

Gain a higher level of experience in independent analysis and research.

If your science degree sparked a desire to dig deeper into a topic, this honours degree is your chance to pursue your passion.

The extra year includes a research thesis and additional units that will help you further develop your analytical and research skills, while building discipline-specific knowledge in your chosen field of expertise.

You'll participate in seminars, give oral presentations of your research and prepare a thesis – activities that can be stepping stones towards higher research qualifications in science, such as the Master of Science or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD).

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Duration

1 year

Intakes

February and July

Fees

In 2027, the annual tuition fees for this course are:

• RM52,800 for Malaysian students
• RM62,400 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.

This course comprises coursework through seminars and a major research project. You can choose to specialise in:

• Biotechnology
• Food science and technology
• Medical bioscience
• Medicinal chemistry
• Tropical environmental biology.

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

Refer here for the Honours topics available.

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.

Diverse specialisations Choose from a range of specialisations, from biotechnology, medicinal chemistry to tropical environmental biology – all taught by academics who are leaders in their scientific disciplines.

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.

Facilities to inspire Access well-equipped laboratories with facilities for DNA sequencing, mass spectrometry, confocal microscopy, flow cytometry, high performance liquid chromatography, microbiology and tissue culture.

Our graduates work in:

• the drug and pharmaceutical industry
• food manufacturing processes and development
• product commercialisation and business development
• biotechnology product development
• biomanufacturing
• clinical genetics
• clinical science and research management
• environmental consulting and management
• intellectual property management
• research and development.

To enter Monash University, you must satisfy particular academic, English language and age requirements. For admission into the science honours course, you must have:

• completed the requirement for the Bachelor of Science at Monash University or an equivalent degree, and
• obtained a distinction grade average (70 per cent) or above in 24 points of studies in relevant units at level three, and
• met the normal Monash University English language requirements for undergraduate students.

The level three units upon which admission to the Honours program is based must have been completed no more than five years prior to commencement of the course.

"Monash supported me to excel not just academically, but also in extracurricular activities such as organising symposiums and mentoring my juniors through the Peer Assisted Study Sessions program. All these contributed to my personal growth, and I’ve even developed a passion for teaching science."

Anshika Sharma Bachelor of Science (Biotechnology) Bachelor of Science (Honours) Doctor of Philosophy Scientist at Thermo Fisher Scientific

Related courses

• Bachelor of Science
• Bachelor of Applied Data Science
• Bachelor of Food Science and Technology
• Bachelor of Medical Bioscience

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