• Institute for Advanced Studies
  • ias.um@um.edu.my
  • 03 7967 4600 / 4601
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The Master of Agricultural Biosecurity programme is your gateway to becoming a leader in the critical field of biosecurity. This coursework-based degree equips you with a comprehensive understanding of key topics, ranging from cutting-edge detection and diagnostics to the challenges of agricultural pests and diseases. With core courses covering Advances in Detection and Diagnostics for Biosecurity, Agricultural Biotechnology, Epidemiology of Agricultural Pests and Diseases, Malaysian and International Environmental Policy, and Risk Assessment and Management of Biosecurity, you will develop a robust foundation in the discipline.


Career Opportunity


Course Structure

COURSE SYLLABUS


CORE SUBJECTSCREDITS
Research Methodology3
Detection and Diagnostics for Biosecurity
3
Communication, Culture, Cooperation, Community and Compliance
3
Advances in Agricultural Biotechnology
3
Epidemiology of Agricultural Pests and Diseases
3
Malaysian and International Environmental Policies
3
Risk and Assessment and Biosecurity Management
3
Agricultural Biosecurity Research Project
12
Total27


ELECTIVE SUBJECTS (Choose 3)* 

Plant Biosecurity 3
Bioethics 3
Animal Biosecurity 3
Emerging and Infectious diseases
3
Sustainable Agricultural Development
3
Total9
Overall Credits42


Programme 
HQB – Master of Agricultural Biosecurity by coursework
 
Duration of study
 
Minimum : 2 - 3 Semesters
 Maximum : 8 Semesters

Prospectus

Last Update: 07/10/2025