The programme covers various areas in medicine with relevance to disease development, diagnosis, prognosis, therapy and mechanism underlying disease and integration of fundamental science with clinical approaches.

Research Thrust Areas

Haematology

• Transfusion medicine
• Stem cell
• Gene therapy
• Haemato-oncology
• Blood cells disorders
• Molecular haematology
• Blood substitutes
• Transfusion transmitted disease
• Physiology of transfusion
• Management of transfusion services
• Blood cells antigens
• Thrombotic disorders
• Adverse effects of transfusion

Radiotherapy

• Oncology
• Radiotherapy

Ophthalmology

• Stem cell
• Tissue engineering
• Ophthalmology
• Visual sciences

Medicine

• Radiation/surgical oncology
• Medical oncology

Radiology

• Musculoskeletal radiology
• Oncologic radiology
• Health informatics
• Brain imaging

Paediatric

• Paediatrics
• Paediatric cardiology
• Cardiac intervention

Psychology

• Psychiatry
• Drug and alcohol
• Community and social

Internal Medicine

• Clinical trials in internal medicine
• Clinical evaluation of traditional/complementary medicine
• Clinical trial in Oncology

Expertise available in the following Institute:
Advanced Medical and Dental Institute
www.amdi.usm.my

Applicants should possess the following:

A. Bachelor of Dental Surgery/Doctor of Dental Surgery; or

B. Bachelor's degree in Medical Sciences/Biology/Chemistry/Physics or other related fields with: 

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)

• A minimum score of 35 in Internet-based TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language); or
• A minimum of Band 5 in IELTS (International English Language Testing System); or
• A minimum score of 154 in Cambridge English Advance (CAE); or
• A minimum score of 154 in Cambridge Proficiency Advance (CPE); or
• A minimum score of 36 in Pearson Test of English (PTE); or
• A minimum of Band 2 in MUET (Malaysian University English Test)

Exemption can be given if:

• English is the candidate's mother tongue or National Language; or
• The candidate graduated from an Institution of Higher Learning in which the medium of instruction is English

• Full-time: Min 2 semesters / Max 6 semesters
• Part-time: Min 4 semesters / Max 12 semesters

*Not inclusive 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST) imposed by Government of Malaysia

** Fees are subject to change

The research areas are in education psychology with emphasis on guidance counselling and evaluation.

Research Thrust Areas

Education psychology psychometry and counselling
Education psychology
Guidance counselling
Psychometric and educational evaluation

Expertise available in the following Institute:
Advanced Medical and Dental Institute
www.amdi.usm.my

Applicants should possess the following:

A. Bachelor of Dental Surgery/Doctor of Dental Surgery; or

B. Bachelor's degree in Medical Sciences/Biology/Chemistry/Physics or other related fields with: 

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)

• A minimum score of 35 in Internet-based TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language); or
• A minimum of Band 5 in IELTS (International English Language Testing System); or
• A minimum score of 154 in Cambridge English Advance (CAE); or
• A minimum score of 154 in Cambridge Proficiency Advance (CPE); or
• A minimum score of 36 in Pearson Test of English (PTE); or
• A minimum of Band 2 in MUET (Malaysian University English Test)

Exemption can be given if:

• English is the candidate's mother tongue or National Language; or
• The candidate graduated from an Institution of Higher Learning in which the medium of instruction is English

• Full-time: Min 2 semesters / Max 6 semesters
• Part-time: Min 4 semesters / Max 12 semesters

Master of Science (Molecular Biology) by Research Mode is a graduate program designed to equip students with in-depth knowledge and research skills in the field of molecular biology. This program emphasizes independent research, providing students with the opportunity to explore various aspects of molecular biology and its applications in medicine, biotechnology, genetics, and more.

Students in the Master of Science (Molecular Biology) program may explore various research topics within molecular biology. Possible areas of research include:

• Genomics and Genetic Engineering: Studying the structure, function, and manipulation of genes, including genetic modifications, gene editing technologies (e.g., CRISPR), and gene expression analysis.
• Proteomics: Investigating the structure and function of proteins within cells, including protein interactions, post-translational modifications, and protein-based biomarkers.
• Molecular Diagnostics: Developing molecular techniques for the diagnosis of diseases, including PCR (polymerase chain reaction), next-generation sequencing (NGS), and other cutting-edge diagnostic methods.
• Cell Signaling and Molecular Pathways: Exploring the molecular mechanisms that regulate cellular processes, such as signal transduction, gene regulation, and cellular responses to stimuli.
• Cancer Biology: Studying the molecular and genetic basis of cancer, including the identification of cancer-related genes, oncogenes, tumor suppressor genes, and the development of targeted therapies.
• Microbial Molecular Biology: Investigating the molecular biology of microorganisms, including bacterial genetics, virulence factors, antibiotic resistance, and microbial interactions.
• Molecular Biotechnology: Researching the application of molecular biology techniques in biotechnology, such as the production of recombinant proteins, biofuels, and biopharmaceuticals.
• Molecular Immunology: Understanding the molecular basis of immune responses, including the interactions between immune cells, antibodies, and pathogens.
• Developmental Biology: Studying the molecular mechanisms that drive cell differentiation, organ development, and embryogenesis.

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

Applicants should possess the following:

A MBBS/MD or equivalent degree, BSc in Medical Sciences/Biotechnology/Biology/ Chemistry/Physics or other related fields from a recognised university.

A) CGPA of at least 2.75/4.00; or
B) CGPA of 2.50 - 2.74/4.00 with; or

• Research experience – 1 year; or
• Professional experience in related field- 1 year; or
• One(1) academic publication in related field; or
• Grade B for major/ elective courses; or
• Grade B+ for final year project.

C) CGPA of 2.00 - 2.49/4.00 (Honours degree) with; or

• Research experience - 5 years; or
• Professional experience in related field - 5 years, AND
• One (1) academic publications  in related field; or
• Grade B for major/elective courses; or
• Grade B+ for final year project.

(Applicable for International Applicants Only)

• A minimum of Band 5 for IELTS; or
• A minimum score of 40 for TOEFL (Internet-based); or
• A minimum of Band 7.5 for TOEFL Essentials (Online); or
• A minimum score of 154 for Cambridge English: Advance (CAE)/Proficiency (CPE) /Preliminary (PET) /First (FCE)/ Linguaskill Online; or
• A minimum score of 47 for Pearson Test of English (PTE); or
• A minimum of Band 107 for CIEP Level (ELS); or
• A minimum of Band 3.5 for Malaysian University English Test (MUET)

Exemption CAN BE CONSIDERED 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 2 semesters / Max 4 semesters
• Part Time: Min 3 semesters / Max 6 semesters

*Not inclusive 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST) imposed by Government of Malaysia
** Fees are subject to change

Master of Science (Medical Statistics) in Mixed Mode is a specialized postgraduate program that combines both coursework and research in the field of medical statistics. This program is ideal for students who wish to pursue a career in biostatistics, data analysis in healthcare, epidemiology, clinical trials, and other medical research areas that require statistical expertise.

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. 

Course Structure

Semester I (10 unit)

• Basic Statistics
• Intermediate Statistics
• Principles of Epidemiology

Semester II (10 unit)

• Clinical Appraisal
• Clinical Epidemiology

Semester III (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. 

A) CGPA of at least 2.75/4.00; or
B) CGPA of 2.50 - 2.74/4.00 with; or

• Research experience – 1 year; or
• Professional experience in related field- 1 year; or
• One(1) academic publication in related field; or
• Grade B for major/ elective courses; or
• Grade B+ for final year project.

C) CGPA of 2.00 - 2.49/4.00 (Honours degree) with; or

• Research experience - 5 years; or
• Professional experience in related field - 5 years, AND
• One (1) academic publications  in related field; or
• Grade B for major/elective courses; or
• Grade B+ for final year project.

(Applicable for International Applicants Only)

• A minimum of Band 5 for IELTS; or
• A minimum score of 40 for TOEFL (Internet-based); or
• A minimum of Band 7.5 for TOEFL Essentials (Online); or
• A minimum score of 154 for Cambridge English: Advance (CAE)/Proficiency (CPE) /Preliminary (PET) /First (FCE)/ Linguaskill Online; or
• A minimum score of 47 for Pearson Test of English (PTE); or
• A minimum of Band 107 for CIEP Level (ELS); or
• A minimum of Band 3.5 for Malaysian University English Test (MUET)

Exemption CAN BE CONSIDERED 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

• October

*Not inclusive 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST) imposed by Government of Malaysia

** Fees are subject to change