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, Ma

Course Information

Academic Qualification

Master

Duration

1.5 years

Intake

April, November

English Requirement

Class Type

Coursework

Offer Letter

Free

Yearly Tuition Fees

First Year

18,000

MYR

Second Year

9,000

MYR

Total Tuition Fees 27,000 MYR

Other Fees

Application Fees + Visa 3,500 MYR

Refundable Deposit 1,920 MYR

International Administration + Registration 6,240 MYR

Total Additional Fees 11,660 MYR

Grand Total (All Fees) 38,660 MYR

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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