
Lincoln University
Lincoln University College (LUC) is located in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, and has been a distinguished institution since its establishment in 2002 as Lincoln College (LC). Later, in 2011, it was upgraded to Lincoln University College. LUC is renowned as a premier private institution of higher education, approved by the Ministry of Higher Education and the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA- National Accreditation Board). It proudly holds a 5 Star ranking from the Ministry of Higher Education, Malaysia in 2017 and 2019, a testament to its exceptional quality in education. LUC is also recognized globally, being listed among the top nine Malaysian universities in the Times Higher Education (THE) University Impact Rankings 2019 (2021). Additionally, the university is ISO 9001:2015 certified, ensuring a high standard of academic excellence. As an associate member of the ‘Association of Indian Universities (AIU)’, the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) in London, and a member of the ‘International Association of Universities (IAU)’ in Paris, LUC is deeply integrated into the international academic community. At Lincoln University College, our dedicated founders and administrators, who have nearly fifty years of experience in higher education, post-secondary education, and language teaching, are committed to fostering student success. Our institution is student-centered and student-directed, emphasizing the belief that education is a fundamental right that empowers individuals to enhance their lives, advance their careers, and achieve personal success.
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Course Overview
The Master of Science in Microbiology at Lincoln University College is designed to enhance students' scientific knowledge and technical skills in microbial techniques, preparing graduates for careers in biomedical science, clinical research, food technology, and environmental microbiology.
Program Structure
- Core Courses: Microbial Biochemistry, Genetics and Molecular Biology, Microbial Physiology, Bio-Informatics & Biostatistics, Microbial Diversity and Taxonomy, Microbial Techniques, Enzyme Technology, Immunology, Research Methodology
- Elective Courses: Students choose one specialization from the following:
- Medical Microbiology: Medical Bacteriology and Virology, Medical Mycology and Parasitology, Medical Epidemiology
- Environmental Microbiology: Air and Aquatic Microbiology, Waste Treatment, Agro Ecosystems
- Industrial Microbiology: Industrial Microbes, Large-scale Cultivation, Commercialization
- Pharmaceutical Microbiology: Antibiotics and Synthetic Antimicrobial Agents, Microbial Production and Spoilage of Pharmaceutical Products, Quality Assurance and Validation
- Food and Dairy Microbiology: Microbiology of Food and Food Products, Food Fermentation and Foodborne Diseases, Dairy Microbiology
- Research Project/Industrial Training: An 8-credit research project or industrial training to apply theoretical knowledge in practical settings
Entry Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (Level 6 Malaysian Qualifications Framework, MQF) with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 or equivalent, as accepted by the Lincoln University College Senate
- Bachelor's degree (Level 6 MQF) with a CGPA below 2.50 may be admitted subject to a minimum of 5 years working experience in the relevant field
Career Opportunities
- Biomedical Scientist
- Clinical Research Associate
- Food Technologist
- Parasitologist
- Microbiologist
- Industrial Microbiologist
- Pathologist
- Research Scientist (Life Sciences)
- Scientific Laboratory Technician
- Technical Brewer
- Ecologist
- Environmental Microbiologist
- Forensic Scientist
- Science Writer
- Water Quality Scientist
- Public Health Microbiologist
Highlights
- Duration: Full-time: 18 months; Part-time: 30 months
- Intakes: January, May, September
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