MASTER OF APPLIED SCIENCES (NANOTECHNOLOGY)



Programme Overview

Nanotechnology is an emerging field that plays a very important role as an advanced technology in many sectors. The industry needs expertise in this field to generate revolutionary technologies and products that improve the standard of living of local and international communities. The Master of Applied Sciences (Nanotechnology) program is a program that is carefully crafted and highly relevant to the current needs of the nanotechnology industry.


This program is capable of producing graduates who have in-depth knowledge as well as the necessary skills in the field of nanotechnology, in line with current developments. For the sustainability of the program, the syllabus for the courses offered will be evaluated from time to time according to the needs of the industry and sectors related to the application of impactful education practices. Feedback and surveys from graduates and employers are also used as a factor to assess the appropriateness of course offerings.


This program is in line with the National Nanotechnology Policy and Strategy (DSNN) 2021-2030 and the National Policy of Science, Technology and Innovation (NPSTI) 2021-2030, with the aim to create a dynamic ecosystem and to drive Malaysia towards a high-income economy by 2030.


  • Full-Time Duration: 3 Semesters, (Mixed-Mode)
  • Part-Time Duration: 5 Semesters, (Mixed-Mode)

Programme Structure

Core Courses 
  1. Nanotechnology
  2. Research Methodology

Elective Course - 5 only
  1. Design, Synthesis and Fabrication
  2. Characterization Techniques
  3. Nanosafety and Health
  4. Nanoelectronics
  5. Nanomedicine
  6. Nanobiotechnology
  7. Environmental Nanobiotechnology
  8. Nanobiotechnology in Food and Agriculture

Research Courses (12 credit)
  1. Dissertation

Career Prospects

Nanotechnology Research Scientist, Nanomaterials Engineer, Nanomedicine Specialist, Nanoelectronics Engineer, Nanotechnology Specialist, Nanobiotechnology Researcher, Product Development Scientist, Quality Control Analyst in Nanotechnology, Nanotechnology Application Developer, Nanotechnology Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Academic Researcher in Nanotechnology, Technical Sales Engineer for Nanotechnology Products, Nanotechnology Policy Advisor, Nanotechnology Project Manager.

Tuition Fee

Local

RM23,400 (Full-Time)

RM36,500 (Part-Time)

International

RM46,100 (Full-Time)

RM58,500 (Full-Time)

Intake

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

Entry Requirement

General Entry Requirements
For applicants with a CGPA of not less that 3.00:
  • Possess a Bachelor's Degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.00; or
For applicants with a CGPA of 2.50-2.99 (must fulfill at least one of the following):
  • Graduate from Universiti Malaya; or
  • Accumulate at least one (1) year of work experience in related fields; or
  • Produce publications in related field; or
  • Receive a scholarship; or
  • Serve as a staff member of a government agency; or
  • Pass an interview conducted by Faculty; or
  • Pass a Special evaluation by Faculty.

Specific Entry Requirements
  • General University Requirements: Fulfill the General University Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree Qualification: Possess a Bachelor's Degree
  • Equivalent Qualification:
    1. Possess professional qualification from a recognized professional body; or
    2. Possess professional qualification approved by Senate from time to time; or
    3. APEL (A) qualification
  • Related Fields: Science field of Study or equivalent
  • Special Requirements: N/A

English Requirements
  • Malaysia University English Test (MUET): Band 4.0; or
  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic: Band 6.0; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Paper-Based Test (PBT): Not applicable; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Internet-Based Test (IBT) (Centre-Based): Score 60; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Computer-Based Test (CBT): Not applicable; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Essential Online: Score 8.5; or
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: Score 59; or
  • Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – Linguaskill Online: Not applicable; or
  • Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency: Score 169; or
  • Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – B2 Business Vantage, C1 Business Higher: Not applicable; or
  • Occupational English Test (OET) (Conventional / Online): Not applicable; or
  • Cambridge English: First (FCE): Not applicable; or
  • Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): Not applicable; or
  • Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): Not applicable