Overview
Subsequently students proceed to the specific study of medical laboratory disciplines of their own choice: Anatomic Pathology, Haematology, Clinical Chemistry, Medical Microbiology, Parasitology, Physiology and Pharmacology.
University of Malaya students will learn the principles underlying the various analytical methods and investigatory procedures used in laboratory medicine, and obtain practical training to consolidate theoretical instruction. In addition, instruction is provided on research methodologies as students will be carrying out research projects of their own design during final year.
Career Opportunity
Successful graduates in Biomedical Science should be able to assume responsible positions in the following situations:
(1) as part of a healthcare team that is concerned with the care of patients and/or with basic and applied clinical research;
Example: 1. Medical Lab Scientist
2. Research Officer
3. Science Officer
4. Research Assistant
5. Insurance Company Underwriter
(2) as part of a research team in allied medical disciplines, in food and pharmaceutical industries, in public health, and in biotechnology.
Example: 1. Product Specialist in medical-related industries
2. QC Analyst
3. Medical Representative
4. Personal Healthcare Advisor
5. Biomedical Technologist
Career opportunities are wide ranging and include employment in clinical laboratory service departments, teaching institutions, and research centres in public as well as private sectors. Post-graduate training is strongly encouraged, either within the country or abroad, all towards attaining the goal of heightening the quality of science and medicine
Programme Structure
Courses include:- Ethnic Relations
- English for Communication Programme
- Basic Anatomy
- Physiology
- Biochemistry for Biomedical Science
- Fundamental Cell Biology and Genetics
- Laboratory Mathematics for Biomedical Science
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Biomedicine View 22 other Bachelors in Biomedicine in MalaysiaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- National Higher School Certificate (or an Advanced Level equivalent) with the grade 80% and above or
- A Diploma from recognized Institutions with at least a CGPA of 3.00.
- Applicant may be required to undergo an interview session for certain selection programme before being accepted by the respective faculty.
Tuition Fee
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International
7200 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3600 USD per semester during 48 months. -
National
4700 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2350 USD per semester during 48 months.
- Local student: RM9,700.00
Living costs for Kuala Lumpur
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.