Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

Program Learning Outcomes

Overview

The MBBS UniKL programme is a five (5) year programme conducted at UniKL RCMP campus in Ipoh, Perak. It is taught by full-time academic staff who bring with them years of experience in the field of medicine. They are complemented by senior clinicians and specialists from Hospital Raja Permaisuri Bainun, Ipoh and other hospitals in Perak who are equally enthusiastic in sharing their vast knowledge and experience with the students.

One distinctive aspect of the MBBS UniKL programme is its unique curriculum which is modelled on the University of Sheffield UK MBChB medical programme as well as the MBBS programme of Universiti Malaya.

UniKL RCMP uses the integrated teaching method in producing quality medical students who are able to deliver effective diagnosis for better treatment of patients. Students learn in the context of medical problems while integrating all related sciences with clinical learning as the basis.

Upon completion of the MBBS UniKL programme, graduates will be posted to government hospitals for their initial training as interns.

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

PEO 1
To produce graduates who are knowledgeable, competent, and innovative who will contribute towards the human capital in medicine and other health sciences.
PEO 2
To produce graduates who have effective leadership and teamwork skills as well as verbal, non-verbal and interpersonal communication skills to support their role in the health industry.
PEO 3
To produce graduates who are committed to the importance of lifelong learning and continuous improvement.
PEO 4
To produce graduates who practice professionalism with ethics and social responsibility.
PEO 5
To produce graduates with an entrepreneurial mindset.

Programme Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

PLO 1
Demonstrate comprehension of the fundamental principles in medicine acquired from recent texts.
PLO 2
Critically appraise and solve problems in medicine by using an evidence-based approach.
PLO 3
Perform clinical skills competently to manage and maintain the health of the community.
PLO 4
Apply teamwork and interpersonal skills which are appropriate to healthcare practices.
PLO 5
Communicate effectively and convey information, ideas, problems and solutions to medical and non-medical communities.
PLO 6
Utilise a broad range of information, media and technological applications to enhance the medical profession.
PLO 7
Interpret numerical and graphical data to improve the standards of medical care.
PLO 8
Perform duties autonomously, responsibly and demonstrate leadership within a team.
PLO 9
Engage in self-directed lifelong learning and acquire an entrepreneurial mindset.
PLO 10
Demonstrate ethical principles and professionalism in medical care.

Programme Structure

Year 1

Foundation I
Foundation II
Haematology / Immunology / Genetics / Oncology (HIGO)
Intensive Clinical Experience (ICE)
Cardiovascular
Respiratory

Year 2

Gastrointestinal
Musculoskeletal
Genito-Urinary
SSM Project (Introduction to Research)
Endocrine & Reproductive
Nervous System

Year 3

Basic Clinical Course
Public Health
Medicine
Surgery
Paediatrics
Obstetrics & Gynaecology (O&G)
Orthopaedics
Psychiatry

Year 4

Medicine in the Community
Psychiatry
Specialty I – ENT (2) – Ophthalmology (2) – Dermatology (1) – Haematology (1) – Rheumatology (1)
Specialty II – Accident & Emergency (2) – Anesthesiology (2) – Radiology (2) – Forensic & Community
SSM Project (Advanced Research)
Elective

Year 5

Medicine – Cardiology – Neurology – Infectious Diseases
Surgery (including Neuro & Plastic Surgery)
Paediatrics
Obstetrics & Gynaecology (O&G)
Orthopaedics
Primary Care
Pre-Registration House Officer

Career Path

Entry Requirements

All applicants shall have attained a level of competence in English to enable them to complete the course successfully.

All applicants, who enter a matriculation, foundation or pre-medical programme, except those with a degree qualification in arts or humanities, shall have passed and attained a minimum of the following at School Certificate level or its equivalent:

Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM)

Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Mathematics OR Additional Mathematics
Another subject

5 Bs, each in the subjects above

General Certificate of Education (O Levels)

Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Mathematics OR Additional Mathematics
Another subject

5 Bs, each in the subjects above

Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)

All applicants with a UEC who enter a matriculation, foundation or pre-medical programme, except those with a degree qualification in arts or humanities, shall have passed and attained minimum of B4 each in 3 subjects i.e.:

Biology
Chemistry
Physics or Mathematics or Additional Mathematics

All applicants shall have passed and attained a minimum of the following at:

A. Higher School Certificate level or its equivalent:
STPM: Grade BBB, ABC OR AAA in 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry, Physics OR Mathematics
A LEVEL: Grade BBB, ABC OR AAA in 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry, Physics OR Mathematics
MATRICULATION / FOUNDATION IN SCIENCE / PRE-MEDICAL COURSE: CGPA 3.0 (out of 4) in 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry, Physics OR Mathematics AND provided that the course is not less than 1 year in the same accredited institution
INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE: 30 points with a minimum of 2 science subjects OR Mathematics at Higher Level (HL) and 1 Science subject at Standard Level AND attained a minimum score of 4 each in Biology, Chemistry, Physics AND Mathematics
Unified Examination Certificate (UEC): B4 each in 5 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics AND Additional Mathematics
SAM / MUFY / AUSMAT / UNSW FOUNDATION / HSC SYDNEY AUSTRALIA / TRINITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION / AUSTRALIA UNIVERSITIES FOUNDATION / WESTERN AUSTRALIA CURRICULUM COUNCIL / VICTORIAN CERTIFICATE OF EDUCATION / NCEA / NEW ZEALAND BURSARY / CPU / CIMP / ONTARIO SECONDARY SCHOOL DIPLOMA: Aggregate or the equivalent of B in 3 subjects Biology AND Chemistry AND Physics OR Mathematics
OR
80% ATAR provided the subject include Biology AND Chemistry AND Physics OR Mathematics
INDIAN PRE-UNIVERSITY: Average of 70% in any 3 subjects i.e. Biology AND Chemistry AND Physics OR Mathematics

DIPLOMA IN HEALTH SCIENCES:

CGPA 3.50 (out of 4.0)
Course duration not less than 5 semesters OR 2½ years in the same accredited institution
PASS in SPM OR its equivalent with 2 Bs each in Biology, Chemistry, Physics OR Mathematics AND 3 credits each in English, Mathematics OR Additional Mathematics AND another subject

Degree Level:

Degree in Health or Pure or Applied Sciences: CGPA 3.0 (out of 4.0) for 5-year medical programme OR CGPA 3.3 (out of 4.0) for 4-year graduate entry medical programme
Degree in the Arts or Humanities: CGPA 3.5 (out of 4.0) for 5-year medical programme OR CGPA 3.75 (out of 4.0) for 4-year graduate entry medical programme

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Tuition Fee

Malaysian Students
RM 60,000.00 (Per Year)
RM 300,000.00 (Total Tuition Fee)

International Students
RM 88,400.00 (Per Year)
RM 442,000.00 (Total Tuition Fee)

* Fees shown are the tuition fees only
** Fees shown are not inclusive of visa processing fee (international students)
*** Fees and charges are subject to Malaysian Sales and Service Tax (SST) at the prevailing rate of 6%. SST implementation.
**** Fees shown are correct at time of publication and subject to change without prior notice.

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