BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN APPLIED GEOLOGY

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN APPLIED GEOLOGY 


Programme Overview

The study of geology applies various branches of science to understand Earth processes, composition and its evolution. Its scope ranges from the study of minerals and rocks under the microscope to plate tectonics at the global scale. The broad spectrum of knowledge gained provides excellent opportunities for working in a variety of industries worldwide. Geology is important for the development of mineral, hydrocarbon and groundwater resources, the understanding of natural hazards, the remediation of environmental problems, and for providing insights into past climate change. Geology also plays a role in engineering projects.


Duration: 4 Years (8 Semester), Full Time (Coursework)

Programme Structure

  1. Basic Entrepreneurship Culture
  2. Co-Curriculum
  3. English Language
  4. Statistics
  5. Introduction to the Earth
  6. Earth Surface Processes
  7. Geological Structures and Maps
  8. Elective Courses: Student Holistic Empowerment (SHE): SHE Cluster 2 - Emotional & Spiritual Intelligence: Heart & Soul
    • Integrity and Anti-Corruption
  9. Philosophy and Current Issues / Malay Language Communication*
  10. Co-Curriculum
  11. English Language
  12. Science, Technology and Society
  13. Computer Programming for the Sciences
  14. Mineralogy
  15. Fundamentals of Field Geology
  16. Safety and Geology Code of Practice
  1. Appreciation of Ethics and Civilizations
  2. Applied Geology Field Course
  3. Structural Geology
  4. Sedimentology
  5. Igneous and Metamorphic Petrology
  6. Introduction to Geophysics
  7. Applied Geology Field Course
  8. Paleontology
  9. Geology and Community
  10. Geochemistry
  11. GIS Applications in Geosciences
  12. Geology Laboratory Analytical Techniques
  1. Mineral Resources
  2. Geology of Malaysia
  3. Elective Courses: Student Holistic Empowerment (SHE): SHE Cluster 1 - Thinking Matters: Mind & Intellect
  4. Elective Courses: Program Elective
  5. Geology Research Project
  6. Elective Courses: Student Holistic Empowerment (SHE): SHE Cluster 3 - Technology / Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics: i-Technie
  7. Elective Courses: Program Elective
  1. Geology Research Project
  2. Elective Courses: Student Holistic Empowerment (SHE): SHE Cluster 4 - Global Issue and Community Sustainability: Making the World a Better Place
  3. Elective Courses: Program Elective
  4. Industrial Attachment
Note:

**Minor package

(1) Students are required to complete a minimum of 18 credits under the same minor package in order to be displayed on the transcript.

(2) For further information, student can refer to UMSItS Guide via this link : https://umsitsguide.um.edu.my/


ELECTIVE COURSES

  1. Thinking Matters: Mind and Intellect
  2. Emotional, Physical and Spiritual Intelligence: Heart, Body and Soul
  3. Technology / Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics: i-Technie
  4. Global Issues and Community Sustainability: Making the World a Better Place

PROGRAM ELECTIVE COURSES or/and MINOR PACKAGE ** (32 CREDITS)

Choose from all elective courses or/and Minor Packages that are offered


LEVEL 2

  1. Geological Data Analysis
  2. Marine Geology
  3. Karst Geomorphology and Conservations
  4. Climate Change and Adaptation
  5. Engineering Geology
  6. Earth Water Resources
  7. Environmental Geology

LEVEL 3

  1. Advanced Geophysics
  2. Geohazard
  3. Quaternary Geology
  4. Stratigraphic Methods
  5. Geology of South East Asia
  6. Petroleum Geology
  7. Organic Petrology
  8. Industrial Minerals
  9. Tectonics and Earth History
  10. Mineral and Mining Exploration
  11. Geological Site Investigation
  12. Unconventional Oil and Gas Resources
  13. Basic Mathematics
  14. Calculus I

Career Prospects

Geologist, Hydrogeologist, Engineering Geologist, Environmental Geologist, Petroleum Geologist, Mining Geologist, Geophysicist, Geological Consultant, Seismologist, Exploration Geologist, Geotechnical Engineer, Soil Scientist, Remote Sensing Specialist, GIS Analyst, Natural Resource Manager, Groundwater Consultant, Environmental Consultant, Drilling Engineer, Geological Surveyor, Earth Science Educator.

Tuition Fee

Local (SATU)

RM60,100

(Note: This fee is not applicable for UPU applicant)

International

RM78,400

Intake

Semester 2 (March) Intake, Academic Session 2025/2026

Entry Requirement

Entry Requirements for STPM (Science Stream)
  • Malaysian citizen
  • Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
  • Obtained at least a Grade B- in any ONE (1) of the following subjects at STPM level: Biology; Physics; Mathematics T / Mathematics M."
Entry Requirements for Matriculation / Foundation (Science Stream)
  • Malaysian citizen
  • Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
  • Obtained at least a Grade B- in any ONE (1) of the following subjects at Foundation/ Matriculation level: Biology; Physics; Mathematics
Entry Requirements for STAM
  • Not Offered
Entry Requirements for Diploma / Equivalent
  • Malaysian citizen
  • Possess a Diploma from a Public University (IPTA) / ILKA / Polytechnic /IPTS or other qualifications recognized by the Government of Malaysia and approved by the Senate of the University Malaya, with a minimum CGPA of 3.00.
  • Obtained at least a Grade B- in any TWO (2) of the following subjects at Diploma level: Biology, Physics, Chemistry,  Mathematics 
Entry Requirements for UM (SATU)Foundations
  • Malaysian citizen
  • Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
  • Obtain at least a grade of B- in Biology
  • Obtained at least a Grade B- in any ONE (1) of the following subjects at UM SATU Foundation level: Biology; Physics; Mathematics
Entry Requirements for GCE A-Level
  • Malaysian citizen
  • Obtain a recognized GCE A-Level qualification
  • Obtained at least a Grade B in any TWO (2) of the following subjects at GCE A-level: Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Mathematics and Geography
Entry Requirements for IB
  • Malaysian citizen
  • Obtain a minimum score of 30 points
  • Obtain at least Grade 5 (HL) or 6 (SL) in subject Biology
  • Obtain at least a Grade 5 at the Higher Level (HL) / 6 (SL) in any ONE (1) of the following subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Mathematics and Geography
Entry Requirements for AUSMAT
  • Malaysian citizen
  • Obtain a minimum score of 80 in the Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
  • Obtained at least a Grade B in any TWO (2) of the following subjects at the AUSMAT level: Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Geography
Entry Requirements for STPM (not from the current year)
  • Malaysian citizen
  • Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
  • Obtained at least a Grade B- in any ONE (1) of the following subjects at STPM level: Biology; Physics; Mathematics T / Mathematics M
Entry Requirements for Matriculation/Foundation (not from the current year)
  • Malaysian citizen
  • Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
  • Obtained at least a Grade B- in any TWO (2) of the following subjects at Matriculation/ Foundation level: Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics 

Entry Requirements for Senior High School Certificate
  • Pass with a minimum average of 65%
  • Obtain a minimum of 60%/grade B- in any TWO (2) of the following subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Biology, Geography
Entry Requirements for Matriculations/Foundations
  • Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 from a recognized institution approved by UM Senate
  • Obtain a minimum of grade B- in any TWO (2) of the following subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Biology, Further Mathematics, Geography
Entry Requirements for Diploma
  • Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 from a recognized institution approved by UM Senate
  • Obtain a minimum of grade B- in any TWO (2) of the following subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Biology, Further Mathematics, Geography
Entry Requirements for GCE A-Level
  • Obtain a recognized GCE A-Level qualification
  • Obtain a minimum of grade B in any TWO (2) of the following subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Biology, Further Mathematics, Geography
Entry Requirements for IB
  • Obtain a minimum score of 30 points
  • Obtain at least Grade 5 (HL) / 6 (SL) in any TWO (2) of the following subjects: Biology, Physics, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Chemistry, Geography
Entry Requirements for AUSMAT
  • Obtain a minimum score of 80 in the Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR)
  • Obtain a minimum of grade B in any TWO (2) of the following subjects: Biology, Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Geography

Additional Requirement

  • Candidates who apply must be physically fit, not suffering from any mental or physical illness and able to follow the program of study designed for this course.

English Language Requirements

  • Obtain a minimum of Band 3.0 in MUET for examinations starting from Session 1 of the year 2021, or Band 3.0 for examinations up to the year 2020, according to the validity period on the date of application
  • Applicants without MUET but with the following results may be considered for conditional admission, provided they fulfil MUET requirement within ONE (1) academic session:
    • Obtain at least Band 4.5 (Academic) in IELTS; or
    • Obtain a minimum score of 33 in TOEFL iBT (Centre-based)
  • MUET 4.0
  • IELTS (Academic) 5.5
  • TOEFL iBT (Centre-based) 46
  • TOEFL Essentials (Online) 8.0
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic) 51
  • Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency 160