Taylor's University's Biotechnology degree develops laboratory and analytical skills through areas such as molecular cloning, genome editing, tissue culture, bioinformatics and bioprocessing. It connects biological knowledge with techniques used in research and product development. GoUni guidance: compare it with biomedical science if you are deciding between investigating human disease and applying biological systems more broadly. Check the current laboratory curriculum, research-project opportunities and entry requirements. Further research degrees or regulated healthcare roles require separate eligibility assessment.
Entry requirements
A-Level
Minimum DD · Mathematics and 1 Science subject at SPM/O-Level prerequisite · Minimum DD for two A-Level subjects; secondary Mathematics + Science prerequisite applies unless waived by equivalent/higher later study.
English: International students: IELTS 5.5 or current Taylor's accepted equivalent; English-medium Pre-University/Foundation/Diploma may satisfy the requirement where the programme page permits.
IB Diploma
Minimum 24 points · Mathematics and 1 Science subject at SPM/O-Level prerequisite · Minimum 24 points based on 6 subjects.
English: International students: IELTS 5.5 or current Taylor's accepted equivalent; English-medium Pre-University/Foundation/Diploma may satisfy the requirement where the programme page permits.
Matriculation in Science
Pass · Minimum CGPA 2.00.
English: International students: IELTS 5.5 or current Taylor's accepted equivalent; English-medium Pre-University/Foundation/Diploma may satisfy the requirement where the programme page permits.
STPM
Minimum Grade C (GPA 2.00) in any 2 subjects · Mathematics and 1 Science subject at SPM/O-Level prerequisite · SPM credit requirement may be waived where later qualification grades are equivalent/higher.
English: International students: IELTS 5.5 or current Taylor's accepted equivalent; English-medium Pre-University/Foundation/Diploma may satisfy the requirement where the programme page permits.
Taylor's Foundation in Science
Pass · Mathematics and 1 Science subject at SPM/O-Level prerequisite · Minimum CGPA 2.00. SPM/O-Level prerequisite: 5 credits including Mathematics and 1 Science subject for Pre-U/Foundation entry (except UEC).
English: International students: IELTS 5.5 or current Taylor's accepted equivalent; English-medium Pre-University/Foundation/Diploma may satisfy the requirement where the programme page permits.
UEC
Minimum 5Bs · Mathematics and 1 Science subject · If UEC lacks Grade B in Mathematics and one Science subject, SPM/equivalent credit in Mathematics and one Science subject may satisfy the condition.
English: International students: IELTS 5.5 or current Taylor's accepted equivalent; English-medium Pre-University/Foundation/Diploma may satisfy the requirement where the programme page permits.
Tuition fees
Annual tuitionRM 40,577
Estimated total tuitionRM 121,730
Fee year2026
Fees are indicative and may be revised by the institution. GoUni can help you confirm the latest payable amount before application.
Intakes
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About Taylor’s University
Taylor’s University
Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Taylor's University is one of our partner universities in Malaysia, located in Subang Jaya, Selangor. GoUni can help you apply for free, check your…