Overview

Key Features

The Master of Medical Science (by Research) from University of Malaya aspires to nurture compassionate physicians and scientists who are not only educaed to exhibit high ethical primciples and technical skills, but are committed to the care and well-being of those in need.

The main objectives are:

Graduates will be trained to contribute towards the field of medical sciences.

Graduates will work within a team to pioneer research in the field of medical sciences as a skilled researcher.

Graduates will communicate and disseminate their research findings in the field of medical sciences ethically and professionally.

The learning outcomes of the Master of Medical Science by Research are:

Demonstrates expertise in the field of medical science research
Apply practical skills in the field of medical science research
Relate societal issues with medical science research
Perform medical sciences research with independent supervision and adheres to the laws, ethics and professional code of practice
Communicate research findings effectively, in written and oral format, to the community and in scientific journals in the field of medical sciences
Problem-solve using scientific skills and critical thinking

Manage information from medical science research and participates in lifelong learning activities

Career Opportunity

Diverse career opportunities are available in academia, research, industry, government and many other areas.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

This programme is a research programme leading to the submission of a dissertation
Candidate must successfully complete Research Methodology Course
Proposal Defense

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-06 00:00:00

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Language

English

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100

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Disciplines

Medicine Health Sciences View 88 other Masters in Medicine in Malaysia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

The degrees of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery or the degree of Bachelor of Dental Surgery; or
The Bachelor degrees in the relevant sciences field of the University and a CGPA of not less than 3.0 or equivalent; or
An equivalent qualification approved by the Senate from time to time

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Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

46700 MYR / year

≈ 46700 MYR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

31100 MYR / year

≈ 31100 MYR / year

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

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Medical Science (by Research).

Available Scholarships

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