Diploma In Medical & Health Science
(Formerly known as Diploma In Medical Assistant)
(R/722/4/0004)06/23 (MQA/FA1947)
INTAKES : May and November
DURATION : Full- time 3 years
PROGRAMME LEVEL : Diploma
INTRODUCTION PROGRAM :
If you’re passionate about playing a crucial role in healthcare, the Diploma in Medical and Health Science at UoC might be your stepping stone to providing quality patient care. This diploma programme is designed for those eager to work alongside physicians as integral members of healthcare teams.
Recognised by the Medical Assistant Board, Ministry of Health Malaysia, our diploma prepares you to be a competent and compassionate healthcare professional.
In the Diploma in Medical and Health Science programme, you will delve into subjects such as anatomy, physiology, bioscience, microbiology, parasitology, emergency medicine, surgical procedures, and public health. The University’s vast experience and state-of-the-art facilities provide an immersive learning environment, equipping students with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills.
SUMMARISED ENTRY REQUIREMENTS :
*Summarised Entry Requirements*
▶️ SPM/SPMV
Pass with minimum 5 credits in the following
subjects:
• Bahasa Malaysia
• Science subjects:
• Biology or Chemistry; OR
• Physics with a pass in Biology; OR
• General Science
• Mathematics or Additional Mathematics
• 2 (two) other subjects
AND pass in English
▶️ STPM
Pass with Grade C (GPA 2.00) in one subject, AND minimum of 3 credits in the following
subjects:
• Science Subjects:
Biology or Chemistry; OR
Physics with a pass
in Biology; OR
• General Science
• Mathematics or Additional Mathematics
_or any other relevant qualification recognised by the Malaysian Government acceptable to the University_
Prerequisites Requirement
Medical Status – Students must be certified medically fit by a registered medical practitioner recognised by the University and free from:
• Mental illness
• Physical and sensory disability
• HIV-AIDS
• Hepatitis B and C
• Epilepsy
• Drug addiction and substance abuse
• Any other medical condition certified unfit
CAREER IMPACT
Career Prospects
• Graduates from this course will be eligible to obtain employment as Medical Assistants or Assistant Medical Officers (AMO) in Public Hospitals and Private Medical Centers and are recognised by the Medical Assistant Board, Ministry of Health Malaysia.
Career Organisation
• Public Hospitals
• Hospitals
• Pharmaceuticals
Key Courses
YEAR 1
• Human Anatomy
• Health Sociology and Psychology
• Basic Medical Microbiology and Parasitology
• Law, Ethic and Professionalism in Health Care
• Basic Epidemiology
• Professional Practice & Patient Care
• Physiology I
• Falsafah Dan Isu Semasa / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 1
• English Language Skills & Critical Thinking
• Physiology II
• Pathology
• Medical Science I
• Surgical Science I
• Community Health I
• Clinical Examination I
• English Language Skills for Workplace
YEAR 2
• Pharmacology
• Medical Science Ii
• Surgical Science Ii
• Community Health Ii
• Clinical Examination Ii
• Introduction To Enterpreneurship / Perlembagaan & Masyarakat Malaysia
• Young Mercy / Wataniah / Sispa / Al-Quran & Sukarelawan / Environmental Volunteerism
• Community Health III
• Pre Hospital Care
• Emergency Medicine & Trauma Care
• Occupational Safety and Health
• Clinical Practice I : Medical
• Clinical Practice II: Otorhinolaringology
• Clinical Practice III : Paediatrics
YEAR 3
• Clinical Practice IV : Surgical And Operating Theatre
• Clinical Practice V : Orthopedics
• Clinical Practice VI: Family And Community Health, Maternal & Child Health, Primary Health Care
• Basic Research Methodology and Statistics
• Clinical Practice VII : Ophthalmology
• Clinical Practice VIII : Mental Health
• Clinical Practice IX : Emergency & Trauma Care
• Clinical Practice X : O&G
• Clinical Practice Xi : Pre Hospital Care
• Health System Research (HSR)