PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
This programme focuses on how cells, organs and systems function in the human body; an exciting and dynamic area that is highly relevant to the understanding and treatment of human diseases. As long as new strains of diseases emerge, causing a detrimental effect on the health of our communities, biomedical science will play an important role in healthcare delivery. Correct diagnosis of disease is imperative. Patients’ lives rely greatly on the results of clinical laboratory investigations conducted by capable biomedical scientists. As such, biomedical science is a profession that will continue to expand, especially in Malaysia where there has been rapid growth in the healthcare system.
The aim of this course is to assist students, in a structured way, in orienting and training themselves in areas of selected professional interest. The purpose is to provide fundamental knowledge to build skills needed for successful career achievement. This objective seeks to make the graduate employable and trainable. Another objective is also to train students in laboratory skills such as planning of experiments, data acquisition, management and analysis to a selected research problem.
Modes of delivery include asynchronous e-learning (Online learning materials), synchronous e-learning (Online teaching), face to face lectures & tutorials and practical sessions (At the learning Centers).
Programme Structure
| YEAR | SEM | SUBJECT |
|---|---|
| Y1 S1 | Basic Biostatistics |
| Laboratory Science & Instrumentation I | |
| English for Academic purpose | |
| TITAS (Tamadun Islam Dan Asia) – for national students Malaysian studies 3-for international students | |
| Biochemistry and Genetics | |
| Basic Haematology | |
| Medical Parasitology & Entomology | |
| Human Biochemistry | |
| Y1 S2 | Basic Pathology |
| Hubungan Etnik-for national students | |
| Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2-for international students | |
| Basic Immunology | |
| Basic Microbiology | |
| English for Academic writing | |
| Laboratory Science and Instrumentation II | |
| Cytology | |
| Basic Pharmacology | |
| Psychology & Behavioural Sciences | |
| Y2 S1 | Laboratory Management |
| Clinical Biochemistry I | |
| Human Anatomy and Physiology I | |
| Medical Microbiology | |
| Health informatics | |
| Molecular Biology Techniques Youth development (MPU3) | |
| Y2 S2 | Clinical Biochemistry II |
| Human Anatomy & Physiology II Toxicology | |
| Transfusion Science & Blood Banking Human Genetics | |
| Epidemiology | |
| Environmental Microbiology | |
| Principles of Laboratory animal sciences | |
| Y3 S1 | Advanced Immunology |
| Entrepreneurship (MPU2) | |
| Advanced Pathology & Cytology | |
| Advanced Haematology | |
| Clinical Microbiology | |
| Self-Study Review in Medical Microbiology | |
| Self-Study Review in Chemical Pathology | |
| Y3 S2 | Biomedical Practicum |
| Y4 S1 | Intellectual Property, Bioethics, Biosafety and Biosecurity Special Topics in Biomedical Sciences |
| Community Service | |
| Research Methodology | |
| Food Microbiology | |
| Metabolic Disorders | |
| Y4 S2 | Research Project |
| Case Study and Problem Solving Personal & Professional Development |
Entry Requirement
A-Levels or equivalent qualification with a minimum of Grade D in 2 of the following subjects: Biology/Physics or Mathematics/Chemistry
A recognized Diploma with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 in related field
A recognized Diploma with a CGPA of less than 2.75 in related field and a minimum of 3 years (36 months) working experience in the related field
South Australian Matriculation (SAM): Score 14 in 3 subjects including Chemistry & Mathematics & Biology/Physics)
New Zealand Bursary: Aggregate 65% for 3 subjects including Chemistry & Mathematics & Biology/Physics
Canadian Pre-University (CPU)/Canadian International Matriculation Programme (CIMP)/Monash University
University of New South Wales Foundation: Pass with 3 Principal D for 3 subjects including Mathematics & Chemistry & Biology / Physics
Indian Pre-University: 75% aggregate for 3 subjects including Chemistry & Mathematics & Biology/Physics
American High School Diploma with Advanced Placement (AP): CGPA 2.60 for 3 subjects including Chemistry & Mathematics & Biology/Physics
English Proficiency:
Malaysian candidates: MUET Band 3 or IELTS (5.5)/TOEFL (550)
International candidates: IELTS (5.5)/TOEFL (550) paper based or equivalent
Career Opportunities
Biomedical Scientist
Forensic Scientist
Healthcare Scientist, Clinical Biochemist
Healthcare Scientist, Geneticist
Healthcare Scientist, Haematologist
Medicinal Chemist
Microbiologist
Physician Associate
Research Scientist (Medical)
Toxicologist
MAHSA Regional Centres
| MAHSA Regional Centres | Address | Website | Contact Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sarawak | The Borneo House, No. 1 Jalan Batu 6-7, Jalan Penrissen, 93250 Kuching, Sarawak. | www.mahsa.edu.my | nade@mahsa.edu.my +6011 218 8006 |
| Penang | SENTRAL College Penang, 6th Floor, 3, Penang St, Georgetown, 10200 George Town, Penang | https://www.sentral.edu.my/ | johnnygoh@sentral.edu.my +6012-461 8714 |
| Kedah | ANS Institute of Technology Lot 558, 256 Bandar Alor Setar, 05000 Alor Setar, Kedah, Malaysia | https://ans.edu.my/institut-teknologi-a-n-s-alor-setar/ | mohdfaridhussein4@gmail.com +6011-6061 8108 |
| Melaka | Melaka International College of Science and Technology (MiCost), Aras 6, Bangunan Graha Maju, Jalan Graha Maju, 75300 Melaka, Malaysia | www.micost.edu.my | suhaini@micost.edu.my +6016 640 0342 |