Medical Biotechnology

ABOUT THE MEDICAL BIOTECHNOLOGY DEGREE

Ever wonder how new drugs and vaccines are discovered? Why there are improved and accelerated drug testing, better diagnostic capabilities, and the availability of foods which enhance nutritional values? This progress has tremendously improved healthcare and is viewed by many scientists as only a beginning to the great era of medical biotechnology. Scientists believe that the availability of “targeted therapies” for diseases and individuals should dramatically improve drug safety and efficacy, and the development of predictive technologies may lead to a new era in disease prevention, particularly in some of the world’s rapidly developing economies. This sound rationale holds great potential and promise in the field of medical biotechnology.

The IMU Medical Biotechnology programme has incorporated key features to prepare the modern Medical Biotechnologist for challenges beyond tomorrow. These features offer an appreciable advantage to students as there is significant emphasis on concepts and theories important for creating a stable platform to develop technical know-how and skills.

The technical skills of the student begins with learning in a controlled laboratory environment. As the student progresses, he/she will be taught to think and solve problems analytically through modules that were specially designed for them to make independent decisions.

Furthermore, IMU has a myriad of expertise in the field of medical and pharmaceutical sciences. The faculty members are already engaged in active research work, providing a suitable environment for the medical biotechnology student to experience the thinking, planning, application and discussion related to research.

To know about the career pathways for medical biotechnologist, see this infographic.

KEY FACTS

Credit transfer options to the University of Newcastle, Australia and University of Strathclyde Glasgow, Scotland.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• All qualifications should include a pass in SPM or equivalent level.

English Language Requirement

* ONLY applicable for those who are completing the entire degree at IMU, Malaysia.

PARTNER UNIVERSITIES

As an assurance of a total commitment towards quality education in medical biotechnology, the IMU maintains its relationship with partner university in Australia.

Australia

United Kingdom

APPLICATION & REGISTRATION FEES

• Application fee is payable upon submission of application.
• Registration fee and refundable caution deposit is payable upon acceptance of the offer letter issued by the IMU Admissions Office.
• As stipulated by Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education, international students will have to pay Student Visa Application fee of RM1,000 and Medical Health Check fee of RM250 and Visa endorsement fee (depending on nationality) upon registration.
• International students will also be required to pay Student Visa Renewal Administrative fee of RM140/year and Medical Health. Check fee of RM250/year.
• Students must adhere to the “Policy on Payment of Fees”.
• All students are required to pay Student Association Fees of RM40 per semester.

FEE STRUCTURE

MALAYSIAN STUDENT

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT

• * Current estimates only.
• Based on exchange rates: A$1 ≈ RM3.2, £1 ≈ RM5.1
• Tuition and ancillary fees at Partner Universities overseas are subject to annual increases.

SCHOLARSHIPS

The International Medical University (IMU) has introduced a new scholarship programme for 2015. Scholarships will now be available for most IMU programmes. There will be two types of scholarships available:

1. Full Tuition Fee (100%) for full duration of programme
2. Partial Tuition Fee (50%) for full duration of programme

Scholarships application will be strictly by invitation only upon submission of admission application to a specific programme at IMU.

These scholarships will be awarded to students demonstrating outstanding academic excellence, extra curriculum participation and leadership qualities. Scholarship application will be strictly by invitation only upon receiving an offer letter for admission into the specific programme at IMU.

Scholarships Available

Pre-U Grades Required for Scholarship Eligibility

How to Apply

1. Make an online application for the programme of your choice at www.imu.edu.my/slim-oaa.
2. Upon successful application and meeting the scholarship’s eligibility requirements, student will be invited to apply for the scholarship via email.

Scholarship Details

1. Scholarships will be awarded with bonding subject to the programme awarded.
2. All scholarships will only cover the tuition fees and no allowance for living expenses, books and study-related equipment.
3. The amount will be disbursed on a semester to semester basis
4. Students are required to maintain the required minimum cGPA of 3.50 per semester in order to continue with the scholarship. Failing which, the scholarship may be discontinued with immediate effect.
5. Students who withdraw (academic and non-academic reasons) without completing the programme will be required to repay the amount that has been disbursed for the financial award given.
6. Repeat modules will not be covered and continuation of the financial award will be on a case by case basis.
7. IMU Scholarship Committee may vary the selection requirements as and when it deems necessary.

Other Scholarships

For more information on other financial aid, please click here.

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Interested in applying for one of our programmes?

You will need to prepare the following documents for your application:

1. Verified copies of your academic qualifications
2. Evidence of English language proficiency
3. A copy of your MyKad or the identification page of your passport

These supporting documents needs to be attached electronically to your application. Please note that all of our programmes require payment of a non-refundable application fee after the application has been submitted. Application will only be processed once the payment for application fee has been made.

We wish you all the best with your application, and hope we will be welcoming you into one of our programmes soon!