Institute of Postgraduate Studies & Research
Master of Medical Science
(R2/720/7/0015)11/26 (MQA/FA1390)
Sungai Long Campus
Programme Details
| Intake | Open throughout the year |
| Duration |
Full Time : Normal 2 years - Max 4 years Part Time : Normal 3 years - Max 6 years |
| Indicative Fees | Local: RM9,900.00 ~ RM10,900.00 International : RM18,900.00 Fee Explanation *excluding Visa application fees and Dissertation Examination fees |
| Research Area | Stem Cell Research, Cancer Research, Cardiovascular Disease, Drug Discovery, Functional Food, Genetic Polymorphism, Medical Microbiology, Health Interventions, Nursing, Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation |
| Programme Structure | Research Methods in Medical Science Directed Reading in Medical Science Dissertation |
Entry Requirement
| Academic Requirement |
|---|
(a) A Bachelor’s Degree in the field or related fields with CGPA of 2.75 and above or equivalent as approved by the Senate; or |
(b) A Bachelor’s Degree in the field or related fields or equivalent with CGPA of 2.50 and above but less than CGPA of 2.75, subject to rigorous internal assessment; or |
(c) A bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields or equivalent with minimum CGPA of 2.00 but less than CGPA of 2.50, and show evidence of at least five (5) years of relevant working or research experience* can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment; or |
| (d) Candidates without a Bachelor’s degree in the related fields or relevant working experience must undergo appropriate prerequisite courses determined by UTAR and meet the minimum CGPA set out in (a) to (c). |
| * five (5) years working or research experience means any working or research experience after obtaining the qualification which period shall also include practical training and any industrial attachment. |
| Note: If the proposed research involved clinical studies, the checklist for clinical studies need to be submitted together with application. |
| Language Requirement |
|---|
| - IELTS Academic : 5.0 (CEFR Level B1) |
| - TOEFL iBT Score: 40 - 45 |
| - Cambridge English Qualification and Tests : 154 - 159 (High B1 level in CEFR) |
| - Pearson Test of English (PTE) : 47 - 50 |
| - MUET Band 3.5 |
Application
Sign up for an application account at UTAR Online Application Portal
Applicant to discuss with the potential supervisor before submitting the online application and to upload the agreed research proposal using with the prescribed Endorsement of Research Proposal form
Note: If the proposed research involved clinical studies, the checklist for clinical studies needs to be submitted together with the application.
RSS Vacancies
Research Scholarship Scheme (RSS)
To provide financial support and opportunity for students to be involved and assist in research projects and thus enhancing their exposure and experience in research