WHAT TO EXPECT FROM OUR MEDICAL PROGRAM
PROFESSIONALLY ACCREDITED
The Bachelor of Medical Science and Doctor of Medicine is accredited by the Australian Medical Council , which means that our graduates can practise in Australia and New Zealand without sitting for additional examinations . The course is also recognised by the Malaysian Medical Council and Sri Lanka Medical Council .
VARIETY OF LEARNING STYLES
Our innovative teaching sessions provide you with a range of learning modes . Lectures , seminars , workshops , tutorials and simulation sessions are delivered by experts within the university as well as clinicians and researchers .
FACILITIES DESIGNED TO INSPIRE We use the latest educational technologies in specialised labs and learning suites to enhance the teaching and learning process . This includes the award-winning Medical Anatomy and Pathology E-Learning Laboratory , recognised by medical and academic fraternities for its innovative approach to education , and the new Educational Gamification and Immersive Learning Experience Laboratory .
RESEARCH COMPONENT Basic research skills are introduced in the early years and further developed in the third year . In the final year of the course you ’ ll undertake a scholarly intensive placement under the supervision of a researcher or clinician . You ’ ll explore an aspect of research or professional practice using the research skills you develop earlier in the course .
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Professional behaviour , and its importance in health service delivery , is nurtured along with the development of other high-level skills . You ’ ll be expected to be aware of and demonstrate the professional values and qualities of doctors such as respect for others , confidentiality , trustworthiness and dependability .
EARLY CLINICAL EXPOSURE
You ’ ll interact with health care professionals through a variety of medical contaact visits to medical practicies , community care facilities and hospitals . This aspect of the course allows you to experience an introduction to medical interviewing with real patients .
CLINICAL SKILLS
Clinical skills sessions are active , hands-on learning led by clinicians . It ’ s about developing fundamental skills for taking a patient history and covers examination techniques and procedural skills . In years three to five , you ’ ll develop and enhance those skills during clinical placement by engaging with real patients during bedside tutorials under the guidance of medical practitioners .
EMPHASIS ON PATIENT SAFETY The Patient Safety program is emphasised in the final year and is designed to equip you with the knowledge , skills and attitudes necessary to be a safe practitioner . Simulations and clinical skills workshops are designed to provide practical hands-on simulation experiences of authentic scenarios from clinical practice . This program is invaluable in preparing you for your role as an intern .
FINAL YEAR PRE-INTERNSHIP The final year of the course is based upon a trainee internship model . You ’ ll go on clinical placements at healthcare facilities in Malaysia and a three-month clinical attachment in Australia . These opportunities let you gain wider experience in a variety of healthcare settings .
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