Compare Top Medicine Degree Courses in Malaysia

Explore and compare top-rated Medicine Degree programmes offered by universities across Malaysia. Filter by tuition fees, location, study mode and specialisation to find the course that best fits your academic goals and budget.

There are 16 colleges and universities offering 17 Medicine Degree Courses.

 

FAQs about Studying a Medicine Degree in Malaysia

Medicine involves diagnosing, treating and preventing sicknesses or diseases.

The medical field as a whole is very broad and contains multiple disciplines working together to prevent and cure diseases in the complex human body. In fact, there is almost a type of specialist doctor for every single major organ of your body.

A Degree in Medicine will teach you extensive scientific knowledge and the necessary skills needed to contribute to the medical field and the society as a whole. You will also be given sufficient practical exposure and training to prepare you for your chosen specialisation later on.

To pursue a Degree in Medicine, the typical entry requirements are:

  • A-Level: At least B in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics or Mathematics
  • STPM: At least B or CGPA 3.0 in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics or Mathematics
  • Australian Matriculation: At least B in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics or Mathematics; and 5Bs in SPM/IGCSE including Biology, Chemistry, two from Physics, Mathematics or Additional Mathematics, and one other subject
  • Foundation in Science: Minimum CGPA of 3.00 in Biology, Chemistry and Physics or Mathematics with at least a C (GPA 2.00) in each subject; and 5Bs in SPM/IGCSE including Biology, Chemistry, two from Physics, Mathematics or Additional Mathematics, and one other subject

That said, the entry requirements may vary depending on the university, so be sure to do your research!

To pursue a Degree in Medicine, you need to have an SPM qualification or equivalent and a Pre-U qualification. You must also meet the minimum entry requirements of the university.

A Degree in Medicine is usually 5 years long.

Upon completing a Degree in Medicine, you will usually go through a two-year compulsory service with the government.

After that, most medical officers will work for a few years before choosing an area of specialisation, such as orthopaedics, gynaecology and paediatrics. To be a registered specialist, you will need to take study another 4-5 years of postgraduate study, as well as another 2-4 years of supervised training.

The standard path upon completion of your Degree in Medicine is to be a medical doctor.

Various employment opportunities await Medicine graduates, such as:

  • Government Hospitals
  • Private / Public Clinics
  • Community Health Centres
  • Medical Colleges and Universities
  • Medical Journals

Different students may have different preferences when it comes to choosing the right university. Here are some questions to consider when making a decision.

  • Is the institution’s Medicine Degree accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA)?
  • Is the institution’s Degree in Medicine recognised by the Malaysian Medical Council (MMC)?
  • Do you understand the fees of the course, and are the costs affordable to you?
  • Are you comfortable with the location of the university?
  • Have you visited the campus, and do you like the campus environment and facilities?
  • What support services does the institution have to help you in and beyond university?

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