In its broadest meaning, self-directed learning describes a process in which individuals take the initiative, with or without the help of others, in diagnosing their learning needs, formulation learning goals, identifying human and material resources for learning, choosing and implementing appropriate learning strategies, and evaluating learning outcomes’ (Knowles, M. (1975). Self-Directed Learning. Chicago: Follet. p.18)
At the Faculty of Medicine, University Malaya, we want students to drive their own learning. While this may appear easy to do on paper, learning to learn independently can be a challenge. Some of you may have the inherent characteristics of a self-directed learner. For others, you will have to train yourself to be a self-directed learner.While the faculty and lecturers are ready to guide you in your teaching and learning via an outcome-based curriculum, self-directed learning goes a step further by expecting students to display:
Ownership of Learning
Articulate learning gaps
Set learning goals
dentify learning tasks to achieve the goals
Extension of Own Learning
Learn beyond Curriculum
Empowerment through self-learning
Management and Monitoring of Own Learning
Explore alternative methods of learning
Make sound decisions
Formulate questions and generate own inquiries
Plan and manage workload and time effectively and efficiently
Reflect on your learning
Use feedback to inform and improve yourself
Develop Skills of Self-Directed Learner
Acquire positive habits
Develop healthy coping strategies
Ensure self-care"
Duration: 5 Years (10 semester), Full time (Coursework)
Programme Structure
Language in Medicine
Foundation
Musculoskeletal Sciences
Cardiovascular Sciences
Respiratory Sciences
Hematology
Neurosciences, Vision, Behavior
Endocrine, Nutrition and Sexual Health
Renal and Urology
Gastroenterology and Nutrition
Oncology and Palliative Care
Medicine
Pediatric
Surgery
Otorhinolaryngology and Ophthalmology
Acute Care
Psychological Medicine
Orthopedic Surgery
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Community (Public Health)
Medicine
Pediatric
Surgery
Primary Care Medicine
Note:
The structure of the UMMP is a matrix of Stages (Time) and Themes (Curriculum content). UMMP is divided into the following Five Courses (Stages).
An Elective Term is placed prior to the beginning of Stage 3.2 and the Pre-Internship Term (PRINT) is at the end of Stage 3.3.
Elective Term
The objective of the Elective Term is to provide students who have successfully completed the MIA 3001: Practice of Clinical Medicine (Stage 3.1) course an opportunity to gain further exposure in clinical, community or research areas in another institution in Malaysia or overseas. You may choose an elective placement that is organised by Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya or you may determine your own placement. At the end of the Elective Term you are required to submit a written report. In an event if you are required to repeat a posting during the Elective period in Stage 3.1, you may be given an opportunity to undertake Elective posting at the end of Stage 3.2.
Career Prospects
General Practitioner, Surgeon, Pediatrician, Obstetrician and Gynecologist, Psychiatrist, Medical Officer, Anesthesiologist, Emergency Medicine Doctor, Public Health Specialist, Medical Lecturer, Pathologist, Radiologist, Family Medicine Specialist, Medical Researcher, Hospital Administrator, Occupational Health Doctor, Forensic Medical Officer, Medical Consultant, Clinical Epidemiologist.
Tuition Fee
Local
RM500,000
(Note: This fee is not applicable for UPU applicant)
International
673,200
Intake
Not Available
Entry Requirement
Entry Requirements for STPM
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.80
Obtain a minimum of grade A- in TWO (2) subjects (Biology & Chemistry) and grade A- in one (1) subject: Physics, Additional Mathematics or Mathematics
Stream: Science stream
Entry Requirements for Matriculation / Foundation
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.80
Obtain a minimum of grade A- in TWO (2) subjects (Biology & Chemistry) and grade A- in one (1) subject: Physics, Additional Mathematics or Additional Mathematics
Obtain a minimum of grade A- in these FIVE (5) subjects at the SPM level: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics or Additional Mathematics and English Language
Stream: Art and Science stream
Entry Requirements for STAM
Not Offered
Entry Requirements for Diploma / Equivalent (requirement 1:STPM from a non-current year) – (Open under Channel One Only)
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.80
Obtain a minimum of grade A- in these TWO (2) subjects at the STPM level: Biology & Chemistry and grade A- in one (1) subject: Physics, Additional Mathematics or Additional Mathematics
Entry Requirements for Diploma / Equivalent (Requirement 2: Matriculation / Foundation from a non-current year) (Open under Channel One Only)
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.80
Obtain a minimum of grade A- in these TWO (2) subjects at the Matriculation / Foundation level: Biology & Chemistry and grade A- in one (1) subject: Physics, Additional Mathematics
Obtain a minimum of grade A- in these FIVE (5) subjects at the SPM level: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics or Additional Mathematics and English Language
Entry Requirements for UM SATU Foundation
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.80
Obtain a minimum of grade A- in these TWO (2) subjects at the UM SATU Foundation level: Biology & Chemistry and grade A- in one (1) subject: Physics, Mathematics
Obtain a minimum of grade A- in these FIVE (5) subjects at the SPM level: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics or Additional Mathematics and English Language
Entry Requirements for GCE A-Level
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a recognized GCE A-Level qualification
Obtain a minimum of grade A in these TWO (2) subjects at the (A-level): Biology & Chemistry and grade A- in one (1) subject: Physics, Mathematics
Entry Requirements for IB
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum score of 36 points
Obtained at least Grade 6 (HL) or Grade 5 (SL) in the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics
Obtain a minimum of grade A- in FIVE (5) subjects at the SPM level/equivalent or O-Level: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics or Additional Mathematics, and English Language
Entry Requirements for AUSMAT
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum score of 90 in the Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR)
Obtain a minimum of grade A in THREE (3) subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics
Obtain a minimum of grade A- in FIVE (5) subjects at the SPM level or equivalent: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics or Additional Mathematics and English Language.
Entry Requirements for STPM (not from the current year)
Not Offered
Entry Requirements for Matriculation/Foundation (not from the current year)
Not Offered
Entry Requirements for STAM (not from the current year)
Not Offered
Entry Requirements for Bachelor's Degree Programme (SATU)
Malaysian citizen
Obtained a minimum CGPA of 3.70 at the Bachelor's degree level in Science or Applied Science from any institution recognized by the Malaysian Medical Council (MMC)
Additional Requirement:
Obtained results from the MSAT-Malaysia / BMAT / GAMSAT / MCAT examination or other equivalent qualifications approved by the University Senate for the current or previous year, according to the level set by the Faculty.
Certified to be free from physical disabilities and serious mental illnesses, serious infectious diseases, and has never been convicted of any criminal activities that may have implications as a medical practitioner. Failure to provide valid and accurate information, especially regarding personal health as a medical practitioner, may result in the application being rejected and/or termination of studies in this field.
Interview is required for this course.
Test is required for this course.
Entry Requirements for Matriculations/Foundations
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.80/4.00
Obtain a minimum of grade A- in the following subject: Biology & Chemistry
Obtain a minimum of grade A- in any ONE (1) subject: Physics / Mathematics
Entry Requirements for Diploma
Not Offered
Entry Requirements for GCE A-Level
Obtain a recognized GCE A-Level qualification
Obtain a minimum of grade A in the following subject: Biology & Chemistry
Obtain a minimum of grade A in any ONE (1) subject: Physics / Mathematics
Entry Requirements for IB
Obtained a minimum score of 36 points with minimum score of 6 (HL) in TWO (2) subjects and a minimum score of 6 (SL) in ONE (1) subject:
Obtain a minimum grade of the following subjects: [Biology: 6 (HL) / 6 (SL)] & [Chemistry: 6 (HL) / 6 (SL)]
Obtain a minimum grade in any ONE (1) subject: [Physics: 6 (HL) / 6 (SL)] or [Mathematics: 6 (HL) / 6 (SL)]
Entry Requirements for Degree Programme
Passed with a minimum CGPA 3.7/4.0 in Undergraduate Science / Allied Health Sciences from a recognized institutions approved by the University
Entry Requirements for MUFY / UNSW Foundation / Western Australia Curriculum Council / HSC Sydney Australia / Trinity College Foundation Studies / SAM / Victoria Certificate of Education, Year 12
Obtain a minimum score of 85 in the Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR)
Obtain a minimum of grade A in the following subject: Biology & Chemistry
Obtain a minimum of grade A in any ONE (1) subject: Physics / Mathematics
Entry Requirements for National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 3 / New Zealand Bursary
Obtained NCEA Level 3/NZB with a minimum A in THREE (3) of the following subjects:
Obtain a minimum of grade A in the following subject: Biology & Chemistry
Obtain a minimum of grade A in any ONE (1) subject: Physics / Mathematics
Entry Requirements for Canadian Pre-University (CPU) / Canadian International Matriculation Programme (CIMP) / Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) Grade 12
Obtained CPU/CIMP/OSSD Grade 12 with a minimum A in THREE (3) of the following subjects:
Obtain a minimum of grade A in the following subject: Biology & Chemistry
Obtain a minimum of grade A in any ONE (1) subject: Physics / Mathematics
Entry Requirements for Indian Pre-University
Obtained Indian Pre-University (ICSE/CBSE and state boards) with a minimum A in THREE (3) of the following subjects:
Obtain a minimum of grade A in the following subject: Biology & Chemistry
Obtain a minimum of grade A in any ONE (1) subject: Physics / Mathematics
Additional Requirement:
Attained a highs score in MSAT-Malaysia, BMAT, MCAT, GAMSAT or any other equivalent qualifications approved by the Senate in current or previous year.
Certified to be in good health without any physical disabilities and mental illnesses, and free from serious infectious diseases, and has never been convicted of any criminal activities that would have implications for practicing medicine. (Exceptions may be given to the candidates who have physical abilities that can be corrected and/or do not prevent candidate from conducting clinical activities required by medical practitioners. Failure to provide valid and accurate information, particularly regarding health of the applicant, may result in the rejection of the application and/or termination of studies in this field).
Interview is required for this course.
Test is required for this course.
Obtained GCSE O-Level or an equivalent high school / secondary school qualifications with the relevant system/board of respective countries with a minimum A in FOUR (4) of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics & (Mathematics/Additional Mathematics)
English Language Requirements
Obtain a minimum of Band 4.0 in MUET for examinations starting from Session 1 of the year 2021, or Band 4.0 for examinations up to the year 2020, according to the validity period on the date of application
Applicants without MUET but with the following results may be considered for conditional admission, provided they fulfil MUET requirement within ONE (1) academic session: