Doctor of Medicine (MD)

This medical programme is distinguished by its commitment to producing graduates who excel in medical knowledge, practical skills, and leadership. The curriculum focuses on five core areas: basic medical sciences, clinical and therapeutic methods, community and family medicine, communication skills, and professional competence. It is designed to develop highly skilled doctors capable of addressing future medical challenges and contributing to the advancement of healthcare. From Year 1, students are based at the Springhill campus (Seremban/Port Dickson), which is also home to UCSI Hospital. This unique setting provides students with hands-on experience, allowing them to perform medical procedures rather than merely observe. Early exposure to patient interaction helps facilitate a smooth transition from student to medical professional.

Academic Requirements

• Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM): Grade B each in 5 subjects i.e: Biology; and Chemistry; and Physics; and Mathematics or Additional Mathematics; and another subject.
• Malaysia Higher School Certificate (STPM): Grades BBB, ABC or AAC or CGPA 3.0 (out of 4.0) in 3 subjects i.e: Biology; and Chemistry; and Physics or Mathematics
• General Certificate of Education Advanced ("A") Levels: Grades BBB, ABC or AAC in 3 subjects i.e.: Biology; and Chemistry; and Physics or Mathematics
• General Certificate of Education Ordinary (“O”) Levels: Grade B each in 5 subjects i.e: Biology; and Chemistry; and Physics; and Mathematics or Additional Mathematics; and another subject.
• ​Unified Examination Certificate (UEC): B4 each in 5 subjects: Biology; and Chemistry; and Physics; and Mathematics; and Advanced Mathematics
• Matriculation or Foundation in Science or Pre-Medical Programme: CGPA 3.0 (out of 4.0) in 3 subjects i.e.:

  • Biology; and Chemistry; and Physics or Mathematics with minimum grade for each subject is C (GPA 2.0) and provided the programme is not less than 1 year and completed in the same institution.

• Monash University Foundation Pre-University Program (MUFY) or University of New South Wales (UNSW) Foundation or Western Australia Curriculum Council or HSC Sydney Australia or Trinity College Foundation Studies or Australian Universities Foundation Programmes or South Australian Matriculation (SAM) or Victorian Certificate of Education, Australia Year 12 or Australian Matriculation (Ausmat)
  • Aggregate or the equivalent of B in 3 subjects i.e.: Biology; and Chemistry; and Physics or Mathematics OR
  • 80% ATAR provided the subjects includes Biology, Chemistry; and Physics or Mathematics
• National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 3 or New Zealand Bursary: Average of 80% in 3 subjects i.e.: Biology, Chemistry; and Physics or Mathematics
• Canadian Pre-University (CPU) or Canadian International Matriculation Program (CIMP) / Canadian Grade 12/13 or Ontario Secondary School Diploma Grade 12 : Average of 80% in 3 subjects i.e.: Biology, Chemistry; and Physics or Mathematics
• Indian Pre-university: Obtain Eligibility Certificate from National Medical Commission India, Pass the NEET* Exam; and Average of 70% in 3 subjects i.e.: Biology; and Chemistry; and Physics or Mathematics
  • *NEET- National Eligibility cum Entrance Test
  • **The NEET is required for Indian Citizen who wish to work in India.
  • ***Those who do not intend to work as a medical practitioner in India must provide a signed letter of undertaking witnessed by a Lawyer or Commissioner of Oath. This letter of undertaking must clearly state that they will not seek registration with the National Medical Commission of India.
• Diploma International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme: Minimum overall score 33 points, 2 science subjects (Biology and Chemistry) at Higher Level (HL) and Mathematics at HL AND attained a minimum score of 5 each in Biology; and Chemistry; and Mathematics
  • *This requirement is effective starting from January 2024.
• Diploma in Health Sciences or equivalent (minimum 5 semesters/2.5 years and completed in the same institution
  • Minimum CGPA of 3.5 (out of 4.0) and 2Bs each in Biology/Chemistry/Physics; and 3 credits each in English and Mathematics/Additional Mathematics and 1 other subject at SPM/O-level/equivalent
• Degree in Health/Pure/Applied Sciences: Minimum CGPA of 3.0 (out of 4.0) for entry to 5-year medical programme.
• Degree in Arts/Humanities: Minimum CGPA of 3.5 (out of 4.0) for entry to 5-year medical programme.

AND

Interview: Academically-qualified candidates are required to attend an interview for admission. The outcome of the interview determines a candidate's successful admission into the programme.

English Language Requirements

For Local Students

• SPM English: Minimum Grade B
• SPM English 1119/O-Level English: Minimum Grade of B3
• UEC English: Minimum Grade A2
• MUET: Minimum Band 4

For International Students

• 1119 English / ‘O’ Levels English: Minimum B3
• MUET: Minimum Band 4
• TOEFL: Score of 213 (computer-based) or 550 (written-based)
• IELTS: Minimum overall Band score of 6.0

Year 1

• Foundation in Medical Sciences
• Medical Genetics
• Basic Clinical Sciences
• Community Studies and Bioethics
• Behavioural Sciences, Communication Skills and Professional Personal Development 1
• Haemopoietic System and Immunology
• Cardiovascular System
• Respiratory System
• Endocrine System

Year 2

• Gastrointestinal System and Nutrition
• Renal System
• Reproductive System
• Community Medicine and Bioethics
• Behavioural Sciences, Communication Skills and Professional Personal Development 2
• Neurosciences
• Musculoskeletal System
• Communicable Diseases
• Professional Examination 1

Year 3

• Community Medicine I
• Internal Medical I
• Paediatrics I
• General Surgery I
• Obstetrics and Gynaecology I
• Orientation to Clinical Practice

Year 4

• Community Medicine II
• Orthopaedics
• Psychiatry
• Dermatology
• Radiology
• Ophthalmology
• Otorhinolaryngology
• Accident and Emergency
• Anaesthesiology
• Forensic Medicine
• Therapeutic Medicine
• Elective

Year 5

• Family Medicine
• Internal Medicine II
• Paediatrics II
• General Surgery II
• Obstetrics and Gynaecology II

Assessments:

1. The Professional Examination 1 comprises two parts: the first part to be taken at the end of the first year and the second part at the end of second year. The student will proceed to the subsequent year on passing this examination. Students may be allowed to re-sit but will be excluded from the course if they fail the re-sit examination. Students may also request to repeat the year in lieu of a re-sit examination but he can do so ONLY ONCE for Phase 1.
2. The Professional Examination 2 will be conducted at the end of the Phase 2, final year. Those who fail may be allowed to take re-sit the examination after SIX MONTHS.

General Courses (MPU)

For Malaysian students:

• Falsafah dan isu semasa
• Penghayatan Etika dan Peradapan
• Bahasa Kebangsaan A (students who don't have SPM BM or didn't score credit in SPM BM)

For foreign students:

• Falsafah dan isu semasa
• Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3

For All students:

• University Life
• Integriti dan Antirasuah (Integrity and Anti-corruption)