About Manipal University College Malaysia (MUCM)

Manipal University College Malaysia (MUCM), which was formerly known as Melaka-Manipal Medical College (MMMC), is a renowned private medical institution with a hallmark of academic excellence and an enviable track record in providing quality medical education.

MUCM has a committed focus on health science, offering the Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) and Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS), as well as undergraduate degrees in Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Psychology. The institution also offers a Foundation in Science course that’s specifically crafted to prepare you for a degree in medicine, dentistry and other health-care related specialties.

With over 20 years of experience in nurturing Malaysia’s doctors, MUCM has been the single largest contributor of doctors to the Malaysian healthcare system. Since its inception in 1997, MUCM has steadfastly adhered to its commitment to improving Malaysia’s healthcare system by providing access to a range of medical courses.

Why Study at Manipal University College Malaysia (MUCM)

Quality Anatomy Exposure
Students are provided with cadaveric learning experience. Cadaveric prosecution labs provide students with a feel of structures that will enhance their surgical knowledge of the human body.

Top-Notch Clinical Training
Students are provided with ample bed-side teaching opportunities in their clinical years, supplemented by hours spent at state-of-the-art Clinical Skills Lab or the on-site Dental Clinic that sees over 30,000 patients a year

Excellent Track Record
MUCM has over 20 years of experience in health science education and is the single largest contributor of doctors in Malaysia

Campus Location

Nestled within the tranquil surroundings of Bukit Baru, Malacca, the 22-acre campus is situated close to town and is a shining example of what modern campuses should aspire to be.

Balancing excellent academic facilities with equally important recreational avenues for students and staff, the campus has advanced classrooms and laboratories sharing space with a football field, a fully equipped sports hall and gymnasium, swimming pool and even a zen room for relaxation and recharging.

Courses Offered

Manipal University College Malaysia is known for its accredited medical and dentistry programmes that are recognised by MQA and the relevant professional bodies such as the Malaysian Medical Council and Malaysian Dental Council. Check out the list of programmes offered here.

Featured programmes at Manipal University College Malaysia (MUCM) 

Manipal University College Malaysia (MUCM)

Bukit Baru, Melaka

Foundation in Science

Intake

Mar, Jul, Aug

Tuition Fees

RM12,900

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• Highlights
• Campus
• Scholarships
• Duration

• Curriculum is designed to prepare you for a career in health science, particularly medicine or dentistry
• Assured pathway into MUCM's medical and dentistry programmes
• Through this 1-year programme, you would be empowered with essential knowledge and mentored to develop your study and learning skills
• You have the optional electives for Allied Health Science programmes

• Bukit Baru: RM12,900

SPM:

• 5(A+/A/A-) in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths / Add Maths and 1 other subject: 100% tuition fee waiver
• 6(A+/A/A-) with As and Bs for Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths / Add Maths and 1 other subject: 50% tuition fee waiver

IGCSE/O-Level:

• 5(A*/A) in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths / Add Maths and 1 other subject: 100% tuition fee waiver
• 6(A*/A) with As and Bs for Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths / Add Maths and 1 other subject: 50% tuition fee waiver

• Duration: 1 year

Highlights

• Curriculum is designed to prepare you for a career in health science, particularly medicine or dentistry
• Assured pathway into MUCM's medical and dentistry programmes
• Through this 1-year programme, you would be empowered with essential knowledge and mentored to develop your study and learning skills
• You have the optional electives for Allied Health Science programmes

Campus

• Bukit Baru: RM12,900

Scholarships

SPM:

• 5(A+/A/A-) in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths / Add Maths and 1 other subject: 100% tuition fee waiver
• 6(A+/A/A-) with As and Bs for Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths / Add Maths and 1 other subject: 50% tuition fee waiver

IGCSE/O-Level:

• 5(A*/A) in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths / Add Maths and 1 other subject: 100% tuition fee waiver
• 6(A*/A) with As and Bs for Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths / Add Maths and 1 other subject: 50% tuition fee waiver

Duration

• Duration: 1 year

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Manipal University College Malaysia (MUCM)

Bukit Baru, Melaka

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

Intake

Mar, Oct

Tuition Fees

RM375,000

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• Highlights
• Campus
• Duration

• Fully accredited and recognised by the Malaysian Medical Council (MMC)
• Learn human anatomy through dissection of real cadavers from MUCM's Anatomy Museum, supplemented with a modern, state-of-the-art Anatomage table
• Gain valuable experience through Shadow Housemanship in Semester 10, which gives you the opportunity to join a houseman in the operating theatres and practice tasks like taking blood samples and cleaning wounds
• Learn from MUCM's clinical teaching faculty which has specialists with extensive years of clinical practice both locally and overseas

• Bukit Baru: RM375,000

• Duration: 5 years

Highlights

• Fully accredited and recognised by the Malaysian Medical Council (MMC)
• Learn human anatomy through dissection of real cadavers from MUCM's Anatomy Museum, supplemented with a modern, state-of-the-art Anatomage table
• Gain valuable experience through Shadow Housemanship in Semester 10, which gives you the opportunity to join a houseman in the operating theatres and practice tasks like taking blood samples and cleaning wounds
• Learn from MUCM's clinical teaching faculty which has specialists with extensive years of clinical practice both locally and overseas

Campus

• Bukit Baru: RM375,000

Duration

• Duration: 5 years

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Manipal University College Malaysia (MUCM)

Bukit Baru, Melaka

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)

Intake

Oct

Tuition Fees

RM360,000

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• Highlights
• Campus
• Duration

• Fully accredited and recognised by the Malaysian Dental Council
• Hospital dentistry, community programmes, general medicine and general surgery postings are arranged for you to obtain the required knowledge, clinical skills, communication skills and experience in a real working environment
• Meet globally experienced faculty members who will assist you in preparing for your specialisation and post-graduate options
• Gain experience treating real patients with MUCM's onsite dental clinic that has over 30,000 patients a year

• Bukit Baru: RM360,000

• Duration: 5 years

Highlights

• Fully accredited and recognised by the Malaysian Dental Council
• Hospital dentistry, community programmes, general medicine and general surgery postings are arranged for you to obtain the required knowledge, clinical skills, communication skills and experience in a real working environment
• Meet globally experienced faculty members who will assist you in preparing for your specialisation and post-graduate options
• Gain experience treating real patients with MUCM's onsite dental clinic that has over 30,000 patients a year

Campus

• Bukit Baru: RM360,000

Duration

• Duration: 5 years

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Manipal University College Malaysia (MUCM)

Bukit Baru, Melaka

BSc (Honours) in Occupational Therapy

Intake

Mar, Oct

Tuition Fees

RM60,000

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• Highlights
• Campus
• Duration

• Extensive 1,360 hours of hands-on practicum as recommended by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT)
• Diverse clinical training opportunities in hospitals and healthcare centres locally and internationally
• Step-by-step clinical skills training from as early as year 1
• Experienced faculty with the highest terminal degree (PhD) who conduct teaching

• Bukit Baru: RM60,000

• Duration: 4 years

Highlights

• Extensive 1,360 hours of hands-on practicum as recommended by the World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT)
• Diverse clinical training opportunities in hospitals and healthcare centres locally and internationally
• Step-by-step clinical skills training from as early as year 1
• Experienced faculty with the highest terminal degree (PhD) who conduct teaching

Campus

• Bukit Baru: RM60,000

Duration

• Duration: 4 years

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Scholarships

Manipal University College Malaysia offers up to 100% tuition fee waiver for Foundation in Science as well as scholarships for their medicine and healthcare programmes. Check out the scholarships offered by MUCM here.

Manipal University College Malaysia (MUCM)

Bukit Baru, Melaka

Foundation in Science Scholarship

Amount

Up to 100% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Foundation

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• Highlights

• For Foundation in Science
• Scholarship amount is tiered and based on academic results
• For full tuition fee waiver, achieve Grade A in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics (or Additional Mathematics) and another subject at School Certificate Level
• For half tuition fee waiver, achieve overall 6As with minimum Grade B in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics (or Additional Mathematics) and another subject at School Certificate Level
• No interview/assessment required

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Manipal University College Malaysia (MUCM)

Bukit Baru, Melaka

MBBS Special Bursary

Amount

Up to RM40,000 tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

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• Highlights

• For Medicine degree
• Scholarship amount is tiered and based on academic results
• Minimum of CGPA 3.30 or equivalent to be applicable for this bursary
• No interview/assessment required

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Manipal University College Malaysia (MUCM)

Bukit Baru, Melaka

Athlete Excellence Award

Amount

RM10,000 tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

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• Highlights

• For national/state atheletes
• Stackable on top of other bursaries

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Manipal University College Malaysia (MUCM)

Bukit Baru, Melaka

Special Discounted Fees

Amount

Up to RM40,275 tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

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• Highlights

• Special scholarship for Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy and Psychology programmes
• Award is RM40,275 for BSc (Hons) Psychology
• Award is RM30,000 for BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy and BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
• Not stackable on top of other bursaries (students can apply for Anak Melaka and Athlete Awards only)
• No interview/assessment required

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