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

  • Exclusive
  • Rebate

Total payable amount

RM26,280

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