The programme aims to provide knowledge and skills in the application of statistical methods to the design and analysis of health related research data. The course is designed to produce graduates in Medical Statistics with a strong capacity to work effectively as key members of a collaborative team to investigate health related problems. Successful graduates are expected to have a career as medical statisticians in academic institutions, research institutes or pharmaceutical industries.

Course Structure

Semester I (10 unit)

• Basic Statistics
• Intermediate Statistics
• Principles of Epidemiology

Semester II (10 unit)

• Clinical Appraisal
• Clinical Epidemiology

Semester II (10 unit)

• Research Methodology & Protocol Development
• Advanced Statistics

Semester III & IV

• Research Project and Dissertation

Expertise available in the following School:
School of Medical Sciences
www.medic.usm.my

Applicants should possess the following:

• A MBBS/MD/BDS/BVS/BSc degree from a recognised university or any other relevant qualifications. 

(Applicable for International Applicants Only)

The minimum score for each programme can be vary from the below list, candidates are required to check for each programme requirements.

• A minimum score of 40 for TOEFL (Internet-based); or
• A minimum of Band 7.5 for TOEFL Essentials (Online); or
• A minimum of Band 5 for IELTS; or
• A minimum score of 47 for PTE; or
• A minimum score of 154 for Cambridge English (CAE/CPE); or
• A minimum score of 154 for Linguaskill Online; or
• A minimum of Band 3.5 for MUET

Exemption is given to candidate if:

• English is the candidate’s mother tongue or National Language; or
• Candidate graduated from an Institution of Higher Learning in which the medium of instruction at Bachelor and/or Master degree level is English (statement of proof required)

• Full-time: Min 24 months / Max 36 month

• September

** Fees are subject to change

The course aims to contribute to the establishment of a pool of medical educationists who will be advising medical professionals and evaluating medical and allied health programmes at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels as well as increasing candidates' knowledge, skills and attitudes regarding medical education so as to increase their effectiveness as teachers or trainers in their respective institutions.

It is also hoped that this programme will prepare potential candidates to carry out further responsibilities as academicians and do research, publish articles, as well as undertake academic administration and management.

The course consists of 4 semesters. In the first 2 semesters, candidates will be full-time students undergoing coursework. A research project will be carried out in the third and fourth semesters in the candidate's individual home institutions.

Programme Structure

Semester I (10 units)

Core Subjects

• Introduction to Medical and Health Profession Education
• Principles of Teaching and Learning in Medicine
• Student Assessment in Medical Schools
• Programme Evaluation and Planned Change Elective Subjects
• Curriculum Planning and Development in Medical Schools
• Trends in Educational Approaches for Medical and Health Sciences

Semester II (10 units)

• Organisation and Management
• Educational Research Methods and Design in Medicaland Health Sciences
• Development of Professional Skills in Medicine (Leadership and Faculty Development)
• Learning Environments and Microteaching Skills in Medical Education

Elective Subjects

• Educational Psychology
• Mentoring and Student Counselling
• Introduction to Bioethics, Communication Skills, Medical Law

Semester III & IV (20 units)
Research Project

Expertise available in the following School:
School of Medical Sciences
www.medic.usm.my

Applicants should possess the following:

A Bachelor's degree in Medicine/Dentistry/Allied Health (e.g. MD, MBBS, MBBCh, BSc Dentistry/BSc Nursing) or other relevant degrees.

• Applicants may be required to attend an interview or a pretest.
• Applicants are also required, from time to time to fulfil other requirements of the university.

(Applicable for International Applicants Only)

The minimum score for each programme can be vary from the below list, candidates are required to check for each programme requirements.

• A minimum score of 40 for TOEFL (Internet-based); or
• A minimum of Band 7.5 for TOEFL Essentials (Online); or
• A minimum of Band 5 for IELTS; or
• A minimum score of 47 for PTE; or
• A minimum score of 154 for Cambridge English (CAE/CPE); or
• A minimum score of 154 for Linguaskill Online; or
• A minimum of Band 3.5 for MUET

Exemption is given to candidate if:

• English is the candidate’s mother tongue or National Language; or
• Candidate graduated from an Institution of Higher Learning in which the medium of instruction at Bachelor and/or Master degree level is English (statement of proof required)

• Full-time: Min 4 semesters / Max 6 semesters

• September

** Fees are subject to change

Master of Science (Biomedicine) Mixed Mode Programme supports Malaysia’s aspiration to produce more fresh biomedical scientists with advanced knowledge, research acumen and innovative capabilities to meet the demand of the health industries. The programme also offers opportunities for scientist to synergistically elevate their academic qualification, skills and proficiency levels in biomedicine. Essentially, this programme serves as a platform for candidates to pursue PhD in biomedicine.

Based on our fields of expertise and inputs from key stakeholders, this programme is designed to offer advanced courses in cell biology, pharmacotoxicology and infection diseases. In addition, candidates will be guided to acquire critical thinking skills, good ethical practices and high professionalism in biomedical research.

Curriculum Structure:

Taught courses - 20 units

Research Project - 20 units

Total Credit Unit - 40 units

Taught Courses:

• Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods
• Research Ethics
• Techniques in Biomedicine Laboratories
• Cell Biology and Genetics
• Biochemistry
• Pharmacology and Toxicology
• Medical Microbiology

Contact Person:

Associate Professor Dr. See Too Wei Cun
+609 767 7537
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Applicants should possess the following:

A. Bachelor's degree in Biomedicine, Applied Science, Health Science, Medicine or other related and recognised degrees

1. CGPA of at least 2.75 / 4.00; or

2. CGPA between 2.50 - 2.74 with the following additional conditions: or

a) Research experience for at least one year; or
b) Work experience in related field for at least one year; or
c) At least one (1) academic publication in the relevant field; or
d) Grade B for major / elective courses; or
e) Grade B+ for final year project

3. CGPA between 2.00 - 2.49 (Bachelor's Degree with Honours) with the following additional conditions: or

a) Research experience for at least five (5) years; or
b) Work experience in related field for at least five (5) years; AND
c) At least one (1) academic publication in the relevant field; or
d) Grade B for major / elective courses; or
e) Grade B+ for final year project

(Applicable for International Applicants Only)

The minimum score for each programme can be vary from the below list, candidates are required to check for each programme requirements.

• A minimum score of 40 for TOEFL (Internet-based); or
• A minimum of Band 7.5 for TOEFL Essentials (Online); or
• A minimum of Band 5 for IELTS; or
• A minimum score of 47 for PTE; or
• A minimum score of 154 for Cambridge English (CAE/CPE); or
• A minimum score of 154 for Linguaskill Online; or
• A minimum of Band 3.5 for MUET

Exemption is given to candidate if:

• English is the candidate’s mother tongue or National Language; or
• Candidate graduated from an institution of Higher Learning in which the medium of instruction at Bachelor and/or Master degree level is English is required to provide a proof of statement and pass the interview conducted by the school.

• Full-time: Minimum 1 year/ maximum 3 years

• September 

** Fees are subject to change