Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S.)

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)

Kajang, Selangor, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

5 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Oct

Tuition Fees

RM303,825

Course Highlights

  • Recognised by the Malaysia Medical Council (MMC)
  • This programme follows a systemic and integrated approach that aims to equip you with not only the required clinical skills, but also effective communication skills to function as a competent and caring doctor
  • At the pre-clinical phase, you will be exposed to clinical cases and the importance of patient safety, basic clinical research in the form of public health projects and community projects, and applied laboratory medicine
  • The UTAR medical curriculum is IT-oriented, so the use of the latest information technology in medical teaching will be applied throughout the medical programme

Entry Requirements

  • STPM:
    • Grades BBB/ABC/AAC or CGPA 3.0 (out of 4.0) in 3 subjects: 
      • Biology; AND
      • Chemistry; AND
      • Physics/Mathematics
  • A Level:
    • Grades BBB/ABC/AAC in 3 subjects:  
      • Biology; AND
      • Chemistry; AND
      • Physics/Mathematics
  • UEC:
    • Grade B4 in 5 subjects:  
      • Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Advanced Mathematics (I) and Advanced Mathematics (II)
  • SAM/Higher School Certificate (HSC) Sydney, Australia/Foundation, University of New South Wales (UNSW), Australia/Western Australia Curriculum Council:
    • Aggregate / average of 80% or the equivalent of B in any 3 subjects:  
      • Biology; AND
      • Chemistry; AND
      • Physics/Mathematics OR
    • 80% ATAR provided the subjects include  
      • Chemistry; AND
      • Biology; AND
      • Physics/Mathematics
  • CPU/Canadian International Matriculation Program (CIMP)/New Zealand Bursary:
    • Average of 80% in any 3 subjects:   
      • Biology; AND
      • Chemistry; AND
      • Physics/Mathematics
  • Indian Pre-University:
    • Obtain Eligibility Certificate from National Medical Commission India, Pass the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET)* Exam; AND
    •  Average of 70% in any 3 subjects: :   
      • Biology; AND
      • Chemistry; AND
      • Physics/Mathematics
    • *The NEET is required for Indian Citizen who wish to work in India
    • **Those who do not intend to work as a medical practitioner in India must provide a signed letter of undertaking witnessed by a Lawyer or Commissioner of Oath. This letter of undertaking must clearly state that they will not seek registration with the National Medical Commission of India.
  • International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma:
    • Diploma with a minimum overall score of 33 points (excluding bonus points), 2 science subjects (Biology and Chemistry) at Higher Level (HL) and Mathematics at HL AND attained a minimum score of 5 each in   
      • Biology; AND
      • Chemistry; AND
      • Physics/Mathematics
  • Matriculation/Foundation in Science/Pre-Medical programme (not less than 1 year duration in the same accredited institution):
    • CGPA of 3.50 (out of 4.00) and GPA 3.00 in 3 subjects (with minimum of Grade C for each subject):   
      • Biology; AND
      • Chemistry; AND
      • Physics/Mathematics AND
    • Minimum of 5Bs in SPM/equivalent level i.e.  
      • Biology; AND
      • Chemistry; AND
      • Physics; AND
      • Mathematics/Additional Mathematics; AND
      • another subject (English Language)
  • Monash University Foundation Pre-University Programme:
    • Aggregate / average of 80% in any 3 subjects:  
      • Biology; AND
      • Chemistry; AND
      • Physics/Mathematics OR
    • 80% ATAR provided the subjects include  
      • Chemistry; AND
      • Biology; AND
      • Physics/Mathematics
  • Diploma in Health Sciences or equivalent (duration of 5 semesters OR 2 1⁄2 years in the same accredited institution):
    • CGPA of 3.50 (out of 4.00) AND at SPM/equivalent level: Minimum of 2Bs in  
      • Biology; AND
      • Chemistry; AND
      • Physics/Mathematics AND
    • 3 credits in  
      • English Language; AND
      • Mathematics/Additional Mathematics; AND
      • another subject
  • Degree in Health/Pure/Applied Sciences/Medical Sciences: CGPA 3.0 (out of 4.0)
  • Degree in the Arts/Humanities: CGPA 3.50 (out of 4.00) AND
  • **Applicants MUST pass the admissions interview (Only shortlisted applicants will be called for an interview)**

Notes:

  • a) The applicant should be at least 18 years old during admission
  • b) It is compulsory for all Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery students to obtain credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu. This requirement must be met within the first 2 years of the programme of study.

Malaysian applicants for M.B.B.S. programme must have attained a minimum of:

  • MUET: Band 4
  • O-Level/1119/UEC English: Grade A
  • IELT: Band 6.0
  • TOEFL 60(iBT)/8.5(Essentials)
  • PTE: 59
  • Cambridge English: 169/250(OET)
  •  ELS CIEP: Level 109

Course Structure

  • Anatomy and Physiology I 
  • Anatomy and Physiology II 
  • Basic Genetics and Biochemistry 
  • Cardiovascular System 
  • Cell and Molecular Biology 
  • Gastrointestinal System 
  • General Pathology I
  • Haematology
  • Integrated Medical Sciences 
  • Microbiology and Immunology​
  • MPU
  • National Languages/Other Languages
  • Professional, Ethical and Legal Issues in Malaysian Medical Practice​
  • Respiratory System 
  • Reproductive System 
  • Sun Tzi’s Art of War & Business Strategies
  • Basic Clinical Skills
  • Community Health Project 1 and Leadership
  • Community Health Project 2 and Communication Skill
  • Elementary Clinics
  • Endocrine System and Metabolic Disorders​
  • Epidemiology and Public Health 
  • Hospital Infections and Patient Safety 
  • Integrated Medical Sciences
  • Managing Research Process and Statistical Analysis 
  • MPU
  • Musculoskeletal and Articular System​
  • Neurological System and Skin​
  • Nursing Care, First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) 
  • Social Entrepreneurship Project​
  • Traditional and Complementary Medicine Principles 
  • General Surgery 
  • Internal Medicine 
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecology 
  • Ophthalmology (EYE)
  • Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology
  • Paediatrics and Neonatology 
  • Programme Elective: General Practitioner​
  • Critical Care Anaestesiology​
  • Dermatology and Aesthetic​
  • Emergency Medicine 
  • Family Medicine
  • Forensic Medicine
  • Ophthalmology (EYE)
  • Otorhinolaryngology (ORL)
  • Programme Elective : Clinical​
  • Psychiatry 
  • Public Health and Community Medicine
  • Radiology and Nuclear Medicine
  • Rehabilitation Medicine
  • General Surgery 
  • Internal Medicine 
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecology 
  • Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Paediatrics and Neonatology 

MPU Courses

  • Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban 
  • Falsafah dan Isu Semasa

National Language/Other Languages

  • Bahasa Kebangsaan A 
  • Introduction to Chinese Language 
  • Communicative Tamil For Health Sciences

University Courses

  • Sun Zi's Art of War and Business Strategies

Estimated Fees

Application fees (non-refundable)

RM0

Tuition fees

RM303,825

Other miscellaneous fees

RM9,100

Discounts & scholarships

-RM500

  • Exclusive
  • Discount

Total payable amount

RM312,425

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Amount

15% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

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UTAR Sports & Talent Scholarship

Amount

Up to 100% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

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UTAR - Lee Foundation Scholarship

Amount

Up to 30% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

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