MSc (Biomedicine)
Master of Science (Biomedicine) by research supports Malaysia’s aspiration to produce competent and intellectual biomedical scientists with advanced knowledge, research acumen and innovative capabilities to meet the demand of health industries. The advancement of diagnostic tools and novel treatments for the prevention and cure of human diseases relies on the integration of knowledge from various disciplines, including microbiology, biochemistry, pharmacology, immunology, anatomy, physiology, as well as the genetics and molecular biology to improve understanding on the pathophysiology of diseases and the physiological functions of the human body.
Research Field
- Anatomy
- Biochemistry
- Haematology and Transfusion Sciences
- Immunology
- Microbiology
- Molecular and Cellular Biology
- Parasitology
- Pharmacology
- Physiology
- Toxicology
- Vaccinology
Expertise
Please refer to the website of the School of Health Sciences at www.ppsk.usm.my.
Duration
- Full-time: Min 2 semesters / Max 6 semesters
- Part-time: Min 4 semesters /Max 12 semesters
Admission Requirements
Applicants should possess any of the following:
| I. | Bachelor degree (Honours) | |
| A) | CGPA of at least 2.75/4.00. | |
| B) | CGPA of 2.50 – 2.74 with | |
| at least one (1) year research experience OR at least one (1) year professional experience in related field OR one (1) academic publication OR at least Grade B in major/elective courses OR at least Grade B+ in final year research project. |
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| C) | CGPA of 2.00 – 2.49 with | |
| at least five (5) years research experience OR at least five (5) years professional experience in related field AND one (1) academic publication OR at least Grade B in major/elective courses OR at least Grade B+ in final year research project. |
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| II. | APEL A Certificate (APEL T-7) | |
| http://www2.mqa.gov.my/APEL/ | ||
*Additional English Language requirement for international students: Please refer to www.ips.usm.my
Fees Information
Please refer to website of Institute of Postgraduate Studies (IPS) at www.ips.usm.my.
How to Apply
Please refer to website of Institute of Postgraduate Studies (IPS) at www.ips.usm.my for online application.
