3 years February, July and October
RM51,360 Malaysian student
RM60,480 International student 2026 fees per year
Internship
CAREER PATHS Our graduates find employment in:
• clinical laboratories
• forensic science
• medical, healthcare and insurance industry
• regulatory affairs and quality assurance
• biomedical equipment and pharmaceutical industry
• infectious disease / histopathology research
• science journalism
• clinical trial management
• clinical nutrition.
BACHELOR OF MEDICAL BIOSCIENCE
KPT / JPT( R2 / 0510 / 6 / 0001) 06 / 29- MQA / SWA0795
Delve into the science at the centre of healthcare.
Medical Bioscience is at the heart of the understanding of the human body, healthcare, disease and biosciences. Explore a diverse spectrum of interconnected life science subjects, facilitated by cutting-edge laboratories that facilitate learning and a nurturing ground for honing research skills.
Yet, this program is far from confining you solely to microscopic observation. It takes a holistic approach, integrating hands-on fieldwork with immersive laboratory experiences and meaningful engagements within community health organisations, research institutes and pharmaceutical industries. This program not only imparts professional training and theoretical knowledge but also fosters a well-rounded, adaptable skill set.
What truly distinguishes this degree is its bespoke design to harmonise with the Malaysian context. A distinctive emphasis is placed on unravelling medical bioscience within the tropical environment. As such, it hones your proficiency in tropical medicine techniques, aligning your education with the region’ s unique healthcare dynamics. Moreover, the program opens the door to embarking on a research experience, delving deep into a medical bioscience subject of your passion.
Successful completion of this course may provide a pathway to the one year honours program Bachelor of Science( Honours).
Our facilities
You’ ll have access to well-equipped laboratories to support your studies and the development of research skills, with facilities for DNA sequencing, mass spectrometry, confocal microscopy, high performance liquid chromatography, microbiology, histology processing unit, and tissue culture. You’ ll use and learn the latest technology in medical bioscience.
Areas of study
You can study a broad range of topics in:
• biology
• genetics
• chemistry
• biochemistry
• cellular metabolism
• immunology
• physiology
• microbiology
• pathology
• pharmacology
• toxicology
• hematology and transfusion science.
Course structure
The course develops through two themes, firstly, a foundation in medical bioscience and, secondly, human health that culminates in medical bioscience practice through an internship. There will also be some elective study.
PART A. CORE FOUNDATION STUDIES These studies provide the scientific foundations for a career in medical bioscience with a focus on medical and molecular diagnostics, as well as and medical biotechnology. You’ ll gain knowledge in the areas of biology, genetics, molecular biology, microbiology, chemistry, alongside practical skills in diagnostic techniques, laboratory practices and scientific communication.
You’ ll gain a strong understanding of the core elements of modern science by looking at scientific discovery through history and the skills to assess the validity of scientific information. You will engage deeply with disciplines relevant to medical bioscience, including human physiology, biochemistry, cellular metabolism, microbiology, immunology, pathology, pathology, hematology, pharmacology and toxicology. Additionally, you will learn how the human body’ s systems interact to perform complex physiological functions, equipping you with a holistic understanding of human biology and its biomedical applications.
PART B. PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES
These studies give you the opportunity to integrate the various strands of your learning in a real workplace by completing a minimum of eight weeks of work-based training in hospitals and medical research centres.
PART C. ELECTIVE STUDIES This will enable you to further your knowledge in your choice of units from any school, including units from other science courses.
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