Master of Science in Molecular Medicine - Institute for Research in Molecular Medicine

The programme aims to provide a strong fundamental understanding in the field of molecular medicine through comprehensive student-centred learning activities and a practical, hands-on experience in research and entrepreneurial aspects of the biomedical field. The programme has an emphasis on translational research with a focus on biomarker discovery and the development of vaccines and therapeutics.  

The programme consists of three semesters. In the first semester, candidates will undertake core courses. In the second semester students can select a research- or an industry-focused pathway allowing them to customize learning that will be relevant towards their career goals. A research project will be carried out in the second and third semesters.

Programme Structure

Semester I (12 units)

• Molecular Basis of Diseases
• Diagnostic Technologies & Biological Markers Discovery
• Vaccines & Novel Therapeutics
• Bioinformatics

Semester II (8 units)

Industry pathway

• Managing a Biomedical-based Business
• Technology Management & Intellectual Property
• Regulations & Quality Management Systems for the Biomedical Industry

Research pathway

• Project Management in Research
• Current Trends in Current Trends in Omics
• Current Trends in Molecular Medicine Research

Semester II & III (27 units)

Dissertation

Expertise available in the following Institute:

Institute for Research in Molecular Medicine
http://www.informm.usm.my/ 

Applicants should possess the following:

A. Bachelor's degree in Science or related area 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)

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 3 semesters / Max 6 semesters

Part-time: Min 6 semesters / Max 12 semesters

October

** Fees are subject to change