BACHELOR OF AGRICULTURAL (ANIMAL SCIENCE)
 Coordinator: Professor Dr Abdul Razak Alimon

Bachelor of Agriculture (Animal Science) aims to produce competent animal science graduates who are able to apply the knowledge and skills gained in planning, management and research to improve quality and competitiveness of the animal industry. The program will equip the graduates with up-to-date knowledge and skills in animal production science, enabling them to work with public, corporate and private agencies involved in service, research, extension and education of livestock production and management. They shall also be able to carry out modern and commercial livestock agro-industry activities as an enterprise, or pursue post-graduate studies. The curriculum covers various disciplines in animal production science and includes courses in management, economics and agricultural marketing. Students are also requires to undergo industrial trainings and conduct a research project in animal science.


Minimum Qualifications for STPM Candidates


University General Requirements


A good pass in the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) Examination or  equivalent and credit in Bahasa Melayu / Bahasa Melayu July paper.


A pass in the STPM Examination with the minimum of:

  • Grade C (GP 2.00) in General Paper, AND

  • Grade C (GP 2.00) in two (2) other subjects, AND

Taken the Malaysian University English Test (MUET) with minimum of Band 1.

 


Minimum Requirements for KPM Matriculation / UM Science Foundation Candidates
 

University General Requirements

  • A good pass in the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examination or its equivalent; AND

  • A credit in the SPM Malays Language paper or its equivalent; AND

  • A pass in the KPM Matriculation / UM Science Foundation with at least 2.00 PNGK; AND

  • Have sat for the Malaysian University English Test (MUET).

 


Entry Requirements for Candidate with Diploma or equivalent


University General Requirements

  • A good pass in the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) examination or its equivalent; AND

  • A credit in the SPM Malays Language paper or its equivalent; AND

  • A Diploma or other qualification deemed to be of equivalent standing by the Malaysian Government and approved by the UPM Senate;

  • Have sat for the Malaysian University English Test (MUET).

 


Specific Programme Requirements
 

A minimum of Grade C (GP 2.00) in two (2) of the following subjects at STPM level;

  • Biology

  • Chemistry

  • Physics

  • Mathematics / Add Math, AND

At SPM level credits in;

  • Bahasa Melayu / Bahasa Malaysia

  • Mathematics / Add Math

  • Biology; AND

  • one (1) other subject.