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

RM277,600

Course Structure

  • Anatomy and Physiology 1
  • Anatomy and Physiology 2
  • Basic Genetics and Biochemistry
  • Cardiovascular System
  • Cell and Molecular Biology
  • Endocrine System and Metabolic Disorders
  • Gastrointestinal System
  • General Pathology 1
  • General Pathology 2
  • Haematology
  • Integrated Medical Sciences
  • Musculoskeletal and Articular System
  • Neurological System and Skin
  • Renal System
  • Respiratory System
  • Reproductive System
  • Basic Clinical Skills
  • Community Health Project 1 and Leadership
  • Community Health Project 2 and Communication Skill
  • Elective Posting: Paraclinical
  • Elementary Clinics
  • Epidemiology and Public Health
  • Hospital Infections and Patient Safety
  • Laboratory Medicine
  • Managing Research Process and Statistical Analysis
  • Nursing Care, First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
  • Pharmacology
  • Professional, Ethical and Legal Issues in Malaysia
  • Medical Practice
  • Traditional and Complementary Medicine Principles

Year 3 to 5:

  • Anaesthesiology
  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Dermatology
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Family Medicine
  • Forensic Medicine
  • General Surgery
  • Integrated Clinical Science: Evidence-Based Practice and Guided
  • Internal Medicine
  • Obstetrics and Gynaecology
  • Ophthalmology (EYE)
  • Orthopaedic Surgery
  • Otrhopaedic Surgery and Traumatology
  • Otorhinolaryngology (ORL)
  • Paediatrics and Neonatology
  • Psychiatry
  • Public Health and Community Medicine
  • Radiology and Nuclear Medicine
  • Rehabilitation Medicine

Entry Requirements

  • STPM: Grades BBB/ABC/AAC or CGPA 3.0 (out of 4.0) in 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry and Physics/Mathematics
  • A Level: Grades BBB/ABC/AAC in 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry and Physics/Mathematics
  • Unified Examination Certificate (UEC): Grade B4 in 5 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Advanced Mathematics (1) and Advanced Mathematics (II)
  • South Australian Matriculation (SAM):
    • Aggregate/average of 80% or the equivalent of 8 in any 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry and Physics/Mathematics OR
    • 80% ATAR provided subjects include Biology, Chemistry and Physics/Mathematics
  • Canadian Pre-University (CPU): Average of 80% in any 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry and Physics/Mathematics
  • Canadian International Matriculation Program (CIMP): Average of 80% in any 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry and Physics/Mathematics
  • Higher School Certificate (HSC) Sydney, Australia:
    • Aggregate/average of 80% or the equivalent of 8 in any 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry and Physics/Mathematics OR
    • 80% ATAR provided subjects include Biology, Chemistry and Physics/Mathematics
  • Foundation, University of New South Wales (UNSW), Australia:
    • Aggregate/average of 80% or the equivalent of B in any 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry and Physics/Mathematics OR
    • 80% ATAR provided subjects include Biology, Chemistry and Physics/Mathematics
  • Western Australia Curriculum Council:
    • Aggregate/average of 80% or the equivalent of 8 in any 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry and Physics/Mathematics OR
    • 80% ATAR provided subjects include Biology, Chemistry and Physics/Mathematics
  • New Zealand Bursary: Average of 80% in any 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry and Physics/Mathematics
  • Indian Pre-University:
    • Obtain Eligibility Certificate from National Medical Commission India
    • Pass the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET)* Exam;
    • Average of 70% in any 3 subjects Le. Biology, 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, Chemistry and Mathematics
  • Matriculation/Foundation in Science/Pre-Medical course (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 (minimum Grade C for each subject: Biology, Chemistry, Physics/Mathematics AND
    • Minimum of 5Bs in SPM/equivalent level i.e. Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics/Additional Mathematics and another subject (English Language)
  • Monash University Foundation Pre-University Programme:
    • Aggregate/average of 80% in 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry and Physics/Mathematics OR
    • 80% ATAR provided subjects include Biology, Chemistry and Physics/Mathematics
  • Diploma in Health Sciences (duration of 5 semesters OR 2.5 years in the same accredited institution):
    • CGPA of 3.50 (out of 4.00) AND
    • Minimum of 2Bs in Biology/Chemistry/Physics and 3 credits each in English Language, Mathematics/Add. 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)**

Note:

  • 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

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

  • IELTS: Band 6.5
  • MUET: Band 4
  • TOEFL 79(iBT)/9.5(Essentials)
  • PTE: 63
  • Cambridge English: 176/300(OET)
  • ELS CIEP: Level 109 / equivalent.

Estimated Fees

Application fees (non-refundable)

RM0

Tuition fees

RM277,600

Total payable amount

RM277,600

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