Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

(R3/721/6/0023)01/28(MQA/FA5324)

INTAKES : October

DURATION : Full- time 5 years

PROGRAMME LEVEL : Bachelor

INTRODUCTION PROGRAM :

The University’s prestigious Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) programme, accredited and running since 2005, has a proud history of producing almost 2,000 medical professionals. Our MBBS programme delivers impactful education and training in medicine, utilising a student-centered and problem-based learning approach, essential for a successful career in medicine.

Course Description:
The Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery is a comprehensive 5-year programme divided into two phases: Basic Medical Sciences (Years 1-2) and Clinical Sciences (Years 3-5).

The initial years, based at the Cyberjaya campus, serve as a foundation for basic medical knowledge and is organised in sequential courses/blocks with early clinical exposure. Notably, our MBBS programme includes Disaster and Relief Medicine, preparing graduates for humanitarian missions.

The clinical phase begins in the third year, where students engage in practical learning in hospitals and health centres affiliated with the Ministry of Health and Ministry of Defence. Successful graduates are awarded the MBBS degree, recognized by the Malaysian Medical Council and other international medical bodies.

Educational Objectives of the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Programme
The MBBS programme aims to produce doctors who are:

• Knowledgeable, competent, and capable of solving health issue critically and scientifically.
• Proficient in the practical and clinical skills in line with the standard medical practice.
• Effective and responsible leaders, possesses good communication and social skills and able to collaborate with others.
• Able to demonstrate personal, entrepreneurial, digital, and numeracy skills to address the needs of the healthcare system.
• Able to demonstrate high standards of professionalism instilled with good moral and ethical values.

Course Training and Practical:
Our MBBS students undergo practical training in designated hospitals and clinics under the Ministry of Health.

SUMMARISED ENTRY REQUIREMENTS : 

▶️ STPM / A-Levels Grades BBB, ABC or AAC, or CGPA 3.00 (out of 4.0) in three subjects i.e;
• Biology
• Chemistry; *AND*
• Physics or Mathematics

▶️ UoC Foundation/Foundation and Matriculation from Local Institution
CGPA 3.00 (out of 4.00) in three subjects i.e;

• Biology; and
• Chemistry; and
• Physics or Mathematics
Provided the course is not less than one (1) year in the same accredited institution AND

Minimum 5B’s in;

• Biology, and
• Chemistry, and
• Physics, and
• Mathematics (or Additional Mathematics); and
• Another subject at SPM /O-Level or its equivalent


▶️ Diploma in Health Sciences
CGPA 3.50 (out of 4.00) AND provided the course is not less than five (5) semesters or 2 ½ years in the same accredited institution AND

The minimum entry qualification is 2Bs
each in:

• Biology; and/or
• Chemistry; and/or
• Physics; and
• 3 Credits each in English; and Mathematics (or Additional Mathematics); and another subject at SPM level or its equivalent.

CAREER IMPACT

Career Prospects

Graduates will be well equipped to seek a future career as a:
• Medical Officer in Public Hospitals
• Private Medical Centre Physician
• Healthcare Administrator
• Higher Education Lecturer
• Research Scientist
• International Healthcare Personnel

Career Organisation

Employment Sectors for Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) Graduates:
• Public and private hospitals
• Research centres
• NGOs
• Universities
• Armed Forces

Key Courses

YEAR 1

• Behavioural Sciences
• General Anatomy
• Introductory Medical Physiology
• Molecular Basis of Medicine & Nutrition
• Early Clinical & Professional Development 1
• Medical Microbiology & Immunology
• General Pathology
• General Pharmacology
• Endocrine System
• Musculoskeletal System
• Elective For Personal Development
• Early Clinical & Professional Development 2

YEAR 2

• Cardiovascular System
• Respiratory System
• Haematology
• Nervous System
• Gastrointestinal System
• Early Clinical & Professional Development 3
• Reproductive System
• Urinary System
• Research & Evidence-based Medicine 1 (REBM 1)
• Public Health
• Disaster & Relief Medicine 1
• Early Clinical & Professional Development 4

YEAR 3

• Research & Evidence-based Medicine 2 (REBM 2)
• Internal Medicine 1
• Surgery 1
• Obstetric & Gynaecology 1
• Paediatrics 1
• Community Medicine

YEAR 4

• Research & Evidence-based Medicine 3 (REBM 3)
• Forensic Medicine
• Orthopaedics 1
• Mental Health, General & Military Psychiatry
• Specialty Postings
• Family Medicine
• Clinical Elective
• Contemporary Topics in Medicine
• Disaster & Relief Medicine 2

YEAR 5

• Internal Medicine 2
• Surgery 2
• Obstetrics & Gynaecology 2
• Paediatrics 2
• Orthopedics 2
• Clinical Psychiatry
• Emergency Medicine
• Internal Medicine 3
• Surgery 3
• Obstetrics & Gynaecology 3
• Paediatrics 3