Overview

The multidisciplinary research area of the Biobehavioural Health Sciences (Research) program at International Islamic University of Malaysia focus on the identification of biological, psychological and social factors associated with developmental risk and resiliency in patient and community, and the development of innovative interventions that will promote the health and quality of life. Mostly the research area will utilise thoroughly human as the research sample namely from tissue, blood or even perception and feelings.

Programme Description

This course is aimed at Bachelor Degree holders who intent to pursue research at a higher level and also personnel from the work sector who would like to be engaged in research with the intention of updating knowledge as well as a means of personal development.

The objectives of the programme are:

To introduce excellence in a novel area of Biobehavioural Health Sciences and attain optimal satisfaction research environment incorporate with Islamic value.
To develop an integrate research encompassing biological, behavioural, social cultural and environmental elements used in solving patient care problems.

To be recognized as a pioneer and top-ranking university offering quality research in Biobehavioural Health Sciences.

Careers

Master graduates typically are employed in a wide variety of position including laboratory manager, researcher, management executive and educator.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Islamic Input For Health Profession
Basic Biobehavioral of Health Sciences
Research Methodology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-06 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-23 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-10-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-25 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-31 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-03-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-13 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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60

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Disciplines

Biology Health Sciences View 56 other Masters in Health Sciences in Malaysia

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A relevant Bachelor’s degree in relevant Health and Social Sciences program with minimum CGPA of 2.75 or equivalent from IIUM or any other accredited institution of higher learning.

OR

Applications from candidates with significant research or 5 years working experience as approved by the Kulliyyah and the University will be highly considered

OR

Any other qualification that is recognized by the IIUM Senate as equivalent to the above AND
Candidates must demonstrate a good command of the English Language.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

13000 MYR / year

≈ 13000 MYR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

1300 MYR / year

≈ 1300 MYR / year

Additional Details

Part time local: RM 1, 325.00

Living costs

Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia

2210 - 3815 MYR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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