UKM Medical Molecular Biology Institute

 Leading Institute in Molecular Medicine

Professional Certificate In Genome Sequencing Semester 2024/2025

Poster-Professional-Certificate-Genome

PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES

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Possesses a thorough understanding of the fundamental concepts and applications of DNA in medical research.
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Recognizes key procedures and technologies used in medical research, especially genome sequencing.
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Demonstrates high proficiency in lab work and operating next-gen sequencing platforms.
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Applies sequencing techniques and resolves technical issues in workflows.
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Analyzes and interprets sequencing data and its role in disease pathophysiology.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Malaysian citizens and international students are eligible to apply for this programme. The following prerequisites apply to admission:

Malaysians

  • A bachelor’s degree in an area related to Biology, Genetics, or such; OR
  • A bachelor’s degree in another field with at least TWO years of relevant job experience; OR
  • Possess a Diploma and at least THREE years of work experience in a relevant industry.

Non-Malaysians

  • Possess a Bachelor’s Degree in a field related to Biology, Genetics, or such that is recognised by the university senate; OR
  • Possess a diploma qualification and at least THREE years of relevant industry experience.

CURRICULUM STRUCTURE

This Professional Certificate program comprises of three courses covering the theory, practice, and analysis of data pertaining to genome sequencing, for a total of five credits.
No. Code Course Credit
1. JJPG5021 Basic Principles of DNA and Genome Sequencing 1.0
2. JJPG5022 Theory and practice of Short-read Sequencing and Long-read Sequencing 2.0
3. JJPG5042 Bioinformatics Analysis 2.0
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS 5.0

TIME TABLE

PROGRAMME INSTRUCTORS AND ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF

Prof. Datuk Dr. A Rahman A Jamal
Prof. Datuk Dr. A Rahman A Jamal
Dr. Nor Azian Abdul Murad
Dr. Nor Azian Abdul Murad
Dr. Nurul Syakima Bt Ab Mutalib
Dr. Nurul Syakima Bt Ab Mutalib
Dr Siti Aishah Sulaiman
Dr Siti Aishah Sulaiman
Dr. Tan Shing Cheng
Dr. Tan Shing Cheng
Dr. Ezanee Azlina Mohd Hanif
Dr. Ezanee Azlina Mohd Hanif
Dr. Muhammad Redha Bin Abdullah Zawawi
Dr. Muhammad Redha Bin Abdullah Zawawi
Mr. Muhiddin Ishak
Mr. Muhiddin Ishak
Mrs. Zam Zureena Mohd Rani
Mrs. Zam Zureena Mohd Rani
Mrs. Nur Alyaa Afifah Md Shahri
Mrs. Nur Alyaa Afifah Md Shahri
Ms. Amalia Natasya Saiful Amri
Ms. Amalia Natasya Saiful Amri

ACCOMODATION

Hotels nearby UMBI:

  1. Hotel Sri Permaisuri Cheras (3-star hotel)
  2. Hotel EST Kuala Lumpur
  3. International Youth Centre (IYC) Residence
  4. Hotel Maple Inn
  5. V Hotel Kuala Lumpur
  6. Crystal Garden Hotel

Low Budget hotels are also available nearby the UMBI. Please refer to any hotel booking website for further information.

**Important Note: Kindly be noted that the organizer will not be liable for any claim or responsibility in regards of the listed accommodation above. for accommodation booking and reservation, please click the appropriate links and follow the guidelines in the respective website.

FEE

RM3,300.00

Closing Date: 7 September 2025

Register Now !

CONTACT PERSON

  Dr. Muhammad Redha Bin Abdullah Zawawi (mraz@ukm.edu.my)

Nurul Izza Umar (izzaumar@ukm.edu.my)

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