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Faculty of Science Handbook, Session 2015/2016

SHET 3304 Bioseparation SHET 2101 or SHET 2105 3
SHET 3305 Marine Biotechnology SHET 1200 3
SHET 3306 Plant Morphogenesis SHET 2108 3
SHES 1200, SHES 1201, SHES
SHET 3307 Plant Breeding 3*
1202, SHES 1203 and SHES 1270
SHET 3308 Animal Breeding 3*
Genetic Engineering in Animals and SHES 1200, SHES 1201, SHES
SHET 3309 3*
Plants 1202, SHES 1203 and SHES 1270
Post Harvest Physiology and
SHET 3310 SHET 2102 and SHET 2107 3*
Biotechnology
SHES 1200, SHES 1201, SHES
SHEK 3305 Drug Analysis 2
1202, SHES 1203 and SHES 1270
(III) ELECTIVE COURSES OF FACULTY ( 10 CREDIT HOURS ) [EF]
*Courses Offered by Other Institute/Department of Specialisation
(Please refer to courses offered by other institutes or departments within the Faculty of Science)
* Has practical components.

PROGRAMME GOALS

1. To produce graduates who have strong fundamental knowledge in biotechnology and capable in various fields that can
contribute to the nation’s development, and balance the needs of human and environment development in ethical and
professional ways.
2. To produce graduates skills in biotechnology techniques with capability in designing and developing research.
3. To produce graduates who are highly qualified, with broad visions and knowledgeable in sectors such as agriculture,
medicine, fisheries, industry and pharmaceuticals. They are capable of developing and executing a diverse range of
projects.
4. To produce biotechnology graduates who are high competitive, and capable of pursuing higher education in the life
sciences in any institution.

PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

At the end of BSc Biotechnology programme, graduates with BSc (Biotechnology) are able to:

1. Apply knowledge through understanding concepts and biological principles in biotechnology practices.
2. Apply practical, safe and efficient approaches in the practise of biotechnology in the laboratory and workplace, as well
as able to analyse issues and evaluate accurate resource applications.
3. Evaluate the need of environmental development in biotechnology practice, the importance of responsibility and
interpersonal relationship between society and culture.
4. Exhibit the importance of ethics and professional needs in practising biotechnology.
5. Communicate clearly and effectively in both oral and written works, especially when cooperating in groups whilst
showing responsible and productive interpersonal skills.
6. Use, apply and practice scientific methods in practising biotechnology, including appreciating the need for self
evaluation and improvement to meet industrial and societal demands.
7. Plan and to execute research projects with effective time management and efficient resource usage.
8. Exhibit effective management and enterpreneurship skills.

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