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Diploma In Packaging Science And Technology
About
The Diploma in Packaging Science and Technology equips students with the knowledge and technical skills needed to design and develop innovative packaging solutions. This programme prepares students to address conventional packaging challenges across various industries while emphasizing product quality and sustainability.
Students are trained to become professional packaging technologists capable of driving innovation and improving packaging standards. Upon completing the diploma, graduates have the opportunity to further their studies through the Bachelor of Formulation Science programme, providing a clear pathway for academic and professional advancement.
Key facts
| Qualification | Diploma |
| Study mode | Full-time |
| Duration | 2 years |
| Intakes | February, June, September |
| Total estimated cost (local) | $ 12,509 |
| Total estimated cost (foreign) | $ 16,903 |
Subjects
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Other Sciences
Duration
2 years
Tuition fees
| Description | Local students | Foreign students |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | $ 12,509 | $ 16,903 |
| Miscellaneous fees | Data not available | Data not available |
| Total estimated cost of attendance | $ 12,509 | $ 16,903 |
| Estimated cost per year | $ 6,254 | $ 8,451 |
Estimated cost as reported by the institution. There may be additional administrative fees. Please contact us for the latest information.
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Admissions
Intakes
Entry Requirements
Any one of these:
- SPM / O-Levels: Completed Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject and one any other subject, or its equivalent.
- STPM: Completed Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) with a minimum of Grade C (GP2.00) in any subject, or its equivalent; and completed SPM with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject and one any other subject, or its equivalent.
- STAM: Pass Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM) with a minimum grade of Maqbul, or its equivalent; and possess SPM with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject and one any other subject, or its equivalent.
- SKM: Pass Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM) (Level 3, MQF) in a related field and possess SPM with one (1) credit.
- Certificate: A Certificate (Level 3, MQF) in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, or its equivalent.
- UEC (Unified Examination Certificate): Minimum grade B in 3 subjects, inclusive of Mathematics and one science subject.
- Polytechnic / Certificate Equivalents: Minimum CGPA 2.0.
- Equivalent Courses: Case-by-case basis.
- Matriculation: CGPA of 2.0 and above with minimum Grade E in Chemistry and Biology/Physics/Mathematics.
- SAM (South Australian Matriculation): Aggregate 50% inclusive of Chemistry, Biology and Physics/Mathematics.
- CPU (Canadian Pre-University): Aggregate 50% inclusive of Chemistry, Biology and Physics/Mathematics.
- WAEC (West African Examinations Council) / NECO (National Examinations Council): Aggregate 50% inclusive of Chemistry, Biology and Physics/Mathematics.
- International Baccalaureate (IB): Minimum score of 20/42 in 6 subjects including Chemistry, Biology and Physics/Mathematics.
- Minimum score of 3/7 in Chemistry, Biology and Physics/Mathematics.
English Language Requirements
For Local Students
- IELTS: 4.0
- SPM English Language: Grade B+
- SPM English Language 1119 / O-Levels English / IGCSE: Grade C
- UEC English Language: Grade A2
- MUET: Band 3
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In the event that the English language requirements are not met, applicants will be required to take the Basic English and English Foundation for in-sessional academic enhancement concurrently with the programme.
For International Students
- MUET: Band 3
- TOEFL iBT: 30-31
- IELTS: Score 5.0
- Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests: 140
- Pearson Test of English: 36
Curriculum
Year 1
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Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 (International) (MPU-U1)
- Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban (Local) (MPU-U1)
- Extracurricular Learning Experience 1 (MPU-U4)
- General Chemistry
- Introduction to Packaging Science
- Mathematics for Packaging Science
- General Physics
- Organic and Inorganic Chemistry
- Analytical Chemistry
- Packaging Instrumentation
- Print Production
- Health and Wellness Products
- Biosafety and Biosecurity
- Introduction to Material Science
- Fundamentals of Microbiology
- Packaging Materials
- Introduction to Biological Products
- Introduction to Biotechnology
Year 2
- Packaging and Display Design
- Chemical Products
- Introduction to Product Formulation and Development
- Polymer Chemistry for Packaging Materials
- Packaging Processes, Containers and Closer Systems
- Extra-Curricular Learning Experience 2
- Introduction to Spectroscopy
- Industrial Management
- Industrial Internship II
- Environmental Science
- Packaging and Distribution
- Quality Control and Assurance of Packaging
- Packaging of Food Products
- Principles of Entrepreneurship
- Industrial Internship I