Foundation in Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Newcastle University Medicine Malaysia (NUMed)
Iskandar Puteri, Johor, Malaysia
Quick Facts
Duration
1 year
Mode
Full-time, On-campus
Intake
May, Sep
Tuition Fees
RM27,580
Course Highlights
- Mirrors the foundation programme offered at Newcastle University in the UK
- Teaching and learning strategy that encourages you to gain gradual knowledge and understanding through lectures and practical laboratory sessions
- Develop the necessary knowledge, intellectual skills and practical laboratory skills to study medicine, biomedical or biological sciences or pharmacy at NUMed or Newcastle, UK
- Ranked #137 in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2026
Course Structure
Semester 1
- Biology 1
- Chemistry
- Mathematics and Statistics
- English for Academic Purposes
- Study Skills and ICT for Science and Medicine
Semester 2
- Biology 1 & 2
- Chemistry
- Mathematics and Statistics
- English for Academic Purposes
- Study Skills and ICT for Science and Medicine
Semester 3
- Biology 2
- Foundation of Medical Studies
- Physics
- English for Academic Purposes
Entry Requirements
- SPM/O Level or equivalent: 5Bs in each of the following subjects:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Mathematics or Additional Mathematics AND
- One other subject
- Age Requirement: Applicants should be at least 16 years old at the time of enrolment
Malaysian Applicants
- CEFR English1: B2, C1, C2
- IGCSE 1st Language: C
- IGCSE 2nd Language: B
Note: 1CEFR English grade of C1 or C2 is required for entry to the medical programme
Estimated Fees
Application fees (non-refundable)
RM0
Tuition fees
RM27,580
Discounts & scholarships
-RM1,300
Total payable amount
RM26,280
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Other savings
Up to RM2,758