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Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Applied Chemistry

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Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Applied Chemistry

(R/0531/6/0001) (09/26) (MQA/SWA4584)

Introduction

The Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Applied Chemistry Programme is aligned with UTP’s Mission Statements to produce skilled knowledge workers, addressing the nation’s call for more scientists and technologists, especially in the areas of Petrochemistry and Sustainable Chemistry. This programme is developed to nurture students to become competent graduates with the knowledge, understanding, skills and values required in our move towards a high-income society.

This exclusive programme adopts the multi-mode educational delivery system which emphasises on student-centred learning, a practical-based approach, and experiential learning, as individuals orin teams, intending to realise UTP’s seven (7) attributes for a well-rounded graduate model. The programme stresses the need for a firm foundation in Fundamental Chemistry, followed by advanced courses such as Separation Process, Hydrocarbon and Petrochemical, Quantum and Computational Chemistry, Analytical Instrumentation and Molecular Spectroscopy. Students learning experience is also enhanced with the incorporation of Science Team Project and the compulsory 7-month structured Student Industrial Internship Programme.

In addition to the above, students are given the opportunity to choose their specialisation in any of the following areas:

Career opportunities for the graduates from the Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Applied Chemistry programme are enormous. They will be able to enter into the scientific workforce in various industries such as oil and gas, petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, food and cosmetics; as well as in other sectors such as Government, Academia and Research and Development sectors. These include but are not confined to exciting roles such as Analytical Chemists, Computational Chemists, Quality Control Chemists, Researchers, Entrepreneurs and Academics.

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Programme Educational Objectives

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Programme Outcomes

To produce well-rounded graduates with the following outcomes:

Graduation Requirements

In order to graduate with the Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Applied Chemistry, students are required to obtain a minimum of 127 credit hours and a minimum CGPA of 2.00.

Summary of Courses Required for Graduation
Course Group (G) Number of Credit Hours
NR - National Requirement 10
UR - University Requirement 14
CC - Core Common 8
CD - Core Discipline 69
CI - Core Industrial Internship 14
CSp - Core Specialisation 12
TOTAL 127

Curriculum Structure

Bachelor of Applied Chemistry with Honours

Semester 1

SEMESTER 1 ​ ​ ​
Code Courses Cr G
​MPU3182 MPU3142 ​Penghayatan Etika & Peradaban (Local) BM Komunikasi 2 (International) ​2 ​NR
​MPU3192 Falsafah & Isu Semasa ​2 ​NR
​PEB1012 ​Introduction to Oil & Gas Industry & Sustainable Development ​2 ​UR
FEM1083 Mathematics for Scientists 3 CC
CEB1032 Health, Safety & Environment 2 CC
YBB1013 Inorganic Chemistry I ​3 ​CD
Credit Hours ​ 14

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Semester 2

SEMESTER 2 ​ ​ ​
​​Code Courses ​​Cr ​​G
MPU 2 One (1) MPU2 Course ​2 NR
KXXxxx1 ​Co Curriculum I 1 UR
LEB1042 Academic Writing 2 UR
YBB1023 Physical Chemistry I 3 ​CD
YBB1033 Analytical Chemistry 3 ​CD
YBB1044 Chemistry Laboratory I 4 ​CD
Credit Hours 15

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Semester 3

SEMESTER 3​ ​ ​
​​Code Courses ​​Cr ​​G
MPU 3 ​One (1) MPU3 Course 2 NR
HEB1023 Scientific Inquiry 3 UR
YBB1053 Analytical Instrumentation 3 CD
YBB1063 Organic Chemistry I 3 CD
YBB1074 Chemistry Laboratory II 4 CD
Credit Hours 15

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Semester 4

SEMESTER 4 ​ ​ ​
Code Courses Cr G
KXXxxx1 ​Co Curriculum II 1 UR
HEB2033 Professional Communication Skills 3 UR
YBB2013 Organic Chemistry II 3 CD
YBB2023 Inorganic Chemistry II 3 CD
YBB2034 Chemistry Laboratory III 4 CD
Credit Hours ​

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Semester 5

SEMESTER 5 ​ ​ ​
Code Courses Cr G
GEB2102 Entrepreneurship 2 UR
YBB2043 Material and Energy Balance 3 CD
YBB2053 Organotransition Metal Chemistry 3 CD
YBB2063 Physical Chemistry II 3 CD
YBB2074 Chemistry Laboratory IV 4 CD
Credit Hours ​

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Semester 6

SEMESTER 6 ​ ​ ​
Code Courses Cr G
MPU 4 HEB1012 Community Engagement Project 2 NR
FEM2063 Data Analytics 3 CC
YBB2083 Separation Process 3 CD
YBB2093 Molecular Spectroscopy 3 CD
YBB2103 Hydrocarbon and Petrochemical 3 CD
Credit Hours ​

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Student Industrial Internship Programme

STUDENT INDUSTRIAL INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME ​​ ​ ​
Code Courses Cr G
IEB3037 Student Industrial Training (SIT) 7 CI
Credit Hours ​
STUDENT INDUSTRIAL INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME ​ ​ ​ ​
Code Courses Cr G
IEB3047 7 CI
Credit Hours ​

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Semester 7

SEMESTER 7 ​ ​ ​
Code Courses Cr G
YBB3014 Science Team Project 4 CD
YBB3022 Final Year Project I 2 CD
Core Specialization I 3 CSp
Core Specialization II 3 CSp
Credit Hours ​

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Semester 8

SEMESTER 8 ​ ​ ​
Code Courses Cr G
YBB4014 Final Year Project II 4 CD
YBB4024 Quantum and Computational Chemistry 4 CD
Core Specialization III 3 CSp
Core Specialization IV 3 CSp
Credit Hours ​
Tot​​al ​Credit Ho​​urs : 127

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Core Specialisation (CSp) Courses

Choose any of the following sets A or B for Core Specialisation I, II and III and choose one (1) from other Core Specialisation for Core Specialisation IV.

​​​A.​ Petrochemistry ​ ​ ​
No​ Code Course Name Cr G
1 YBB4113 Catalysis in Petrochemistry 3 CSp
2 YBB4123 Reaction and Synthesis of Polymeric Materials 3 CSp
3 YBB4133 Fine and Speciality Chemical 3 CSp
​​​B. Sustainable Chemistry ​ ​ ​
No Code Course Name Cr G
1 YBB4213 Green Processes and Products 3 CSp
2 YBB4223 Sustainable Water Management 3 CSp
3 YBB4233 New Energy 3 CSp

Minor (EM) Courses

Applied Chemistry students who are interested to enhance their knowledge in data science will have the option to complete courses offered under the Minor package. The Minor package available to Applied Chemistry students is the Minor in Data Science.

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In order to be eligible for Minor, students are required to pass and complete all the courses under the same package (15 credits). All results will be counted in the GPA/CGPA calculation. However, the option to do the Minor is at the students’ discretion and is not compulsory. The total credit hours accumulated under Minor courses will be over and above the graduation requirements of 127 credit hours. The offering of the courses will also be subjected to availability.

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​​​​Minor in Data Science ​ ​ ​ ​ ​
No Code Courses Cr G Semester
1 TFB2073 Artificial Intelligence 3 EM ​​​Students can take these courses in any semester* ​ ​ ​ ​
2 FFM3023 Simulation andOptimisation 3 EM
3 TFB3113 Data Mining 3 EM
4 TFB3123 Machine Learning 3 EM
5 TFB3133 Data Visualization 3 EM
​Total Credit Hours ​ ​ 15

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*subject to availibility

Entry Requirements

How to Apply

UTP application process for local and international applicants:

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Tuition Fees

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Financial Aid\ For more info on available financial aid, click here

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Contact Person

For further details, you may contact:

Chair, Department of Fundamental & Applied Sciences

Associate Professor Dr Maizatul Shima Binti Shaharun

Email: maizats@utp.edu.my

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FAQs

1. What are the career prospects for graduates with a Bachelor of Science (Hons) Applied Chemistry degree in Malaysia?

Graduates will have career opportunities in various scientific workforces across many industries such as oil and gas, petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, food, and cosmetics; as well as in other sectors such as Government, Academia and Research and Development sectors.

2. What are the opportunities for research and development in the field of applied chemistry?

Opportunities for research and development include drug development and testing, discovering new and improving existing products, cell factories, nanotechnology, and computer-designed molecules.

3. What is the tuition fee for the Bachelor of Science in Applied Chemistry programme at UTP?

There are different tuition fees for local and international students.

Fee for local students: RM67,600.00

Fee for international students: RM77,400

4. Can I get a scholarship to study for the Bachelor of Science (Hons) Applied Chemistry degree at UTP?

Yes, you can get a scholarship to study the Bachelor of Science (Hons) Applied Chemistry degree at UTP if you meet the criteria.

For more info on available financial aid, click here.

5. What are the entry requirements for the Bachelor of Science (Hons) Applied Chemistry degree at UTP?

Applicants wishing to enrol at UTP for undergraduate programmes must possess a minimum of 1 (one) of the following qualifications: