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Master of Science in Molecular Medicine
(R2/545/7/0078)(07/27) (MQA/FA1299)
(R-DL/0511/7/0004)(09/30) | MQA/SWA11357
Commencement
Mar & Sep (Conventional & ODL) Nov (ODL only)
Degree/Duration
Master of Science in Molecular Medicine:
1 year (Full-time)
2 – 6 years (Part-time)
Elevate Medicine at the Molecular Level
Molecular Medicine stands at the forefront of modern medical research, driving advancements in disease diagnosis, management, and treatment. Our programme is designed to empower you with essential skills and advanced training in molecular and disease-oriented research. Guided by our esteemed faculty experts in molecular sciences, you will embark on a journey of exploration, utilising IMU's state- of-the-art facilities to facilitate comprehensive research investigations.
What is ODL?
Open and distance learning provides working professionals an alternative to conventional programmes at universities, giving them the opportunity to earn a university degree without interrupting their career. As Malaysia’s first and most established private medical and health sciences university with 30 years of dedicated focus in healthcare education, IMU offers a few postgraduate programmes via this learning mode with students having the opportunity to benefit from all the teaching and support that the University has to offer.
Benefits of ODL
Designed especially for students with employment, family or other commitments, this mode of learning provides flexibility and convenience for the student to schedule their studies around these obligations and around their lifestyle – allowing a student to plan and pace their own learning at a time and learning environment that is most suitable for the student. It also saves students from spending time travelling to the university, the costs of travelling to the university and the costs of staying near the university.
Teaching Methods
Teaching methods include a series of annotated lectures supplemented by videos. For each subject taken, students will be part of a student online community. Students will also be assigned a mentor who will be available to answer any questions and provide feedback on their progress.
Students will be assessed fully online via the in-course assessment assignments and end of module assessment assignment so they don’t need to be at the University to sit for your exams. They will the receive their grades and feedback online.
In order to do this, students will be required to have a desktop/laptop, internet connection, a headset and webcam to participate in online tutorials and other group activities, access to standard office software – such as Microsoft Word and Excel, plus any standard browser, such as Chrome, Edge or Firefox and Skype for certain online sessions.
Your Commitment
Time will be an ODL student’s most important commitment – understanding, working through and reflecting on all teaching materials. The hours spent per week on their studies for the duration of the programme depends on module taken.
Support from University
ODL students are fully registered student of the University with all of the support and services available to them, the same as the on-campus students. Technical support will also be provided if students have difficulty in accessing the e-learning platform.
Why Study Molecular Medicine at IMU?
01
An Established Private Healthcare University
IMU is Malaysia’s first and most established private medical and healthcare university with over 30 years of dedicated focus in healthcare education. The IMU is placed under the Competitive (Berdaya Saing) category under SETARA 2022 for the third consecutive year.
02
Renowned and Highly Experience Faculty
Students will be supervised by staff who are experts in their field with well-established reputations nationally and internationally. The academic community of IMU pursues and achieves excellence in a wide range of research activities. Many of them present their findings in international conferences to keep up to date with the latest development in specialised areas. They also publish their findings in international peer-reviewed journals.
03
Flexible Learning Options
The programme adopts a credit-based modular curriculum structure that allow students to choose the number of modules to register each semester. In addition, the programme is offered in both conventional and ODL mode. Students could take up to four years to complete the entire programme, enabling full-time working adults the options to plan and fit their studies around their work, family and other commitments.
04
Innovative Curriculum
The curriculum of this programme is innovative, carefully planned and aligned to meet the demands and expectations of Molecular Medicine. This would offer great career advancement as a research scientist in academia, research institutes, clinical setting or industries worldwide. It would also pave the way for a PhD at IMU or elsewhere.
05
Research Partnerships
Students will benefit from the University’s research collaborations with various partner universities, as well as foreign and locals research institutions in areas such as cancer, bioactive molecules, nutrition, environmental health, stem cells etc.
Entry Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants are required to:
- A Bachelor Degree in related discipline with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 or equivalent, as accepted by the University’s Senate; or
- A Bachelor Degree in related discipline with a minimum CGPA of 2.50, but not meeting CGPA 2.75, can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment; or
- A Bachelor’s Degree in the field or related fields or equivalent with minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting CGPA of 2.50, can be accepted subject to a minimum of 5 years working experience in the relevant field and rigorous internal assessment.
English Requirements
For Malaysian Students
Not applicable
For International Students
- IELTS : Band score 6.0; or
- TOEFL iBT : Overall score of 60 / Scale score of 4.0; or
- MUET : Band 4
- Cambridge English : Advanced (CAE) : Overall score of 169; or
- Cambridge English : Proficiency (CPE) : Overall score of 169; or
- Cambridge Linguaskill : Overall score of 169; or
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) : Overall score of 59;
- ELS (CIEP Level) : 109
The following categories of students are exempted from the above requirements:
- International students from countries in which English is the first language.
- International students who graduated from any Malaysian or other institutions where the curriculum is delivered in English.
Note: Please note that achieving the minimum Entry and English requirements as stated does not guarantee you admission into any of IMU’s programmes. Please refer to our Student Admissions Policy for more information.
Programme Structure
Fee Structure
| Fee | Malaysian Student (RM) | International Student (RM) |
|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | 150 | 500 |
| Registration Fee | 1,100 | 3,400 |
| Refundable Caution Deposit | 2,000 | 2,000 |
| Student Association Fee per Semester | 60 | 60 |
- All IMU Alumni who are self-funding their postgraduate studies and meet the eligibility criteria will be eligible for a bursary of 15%
- 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
- Students must adhere to the Policy on Payment of Fees
- For information on Student Visa Administration fee, please refer to Visa and Immigration on the IMU website, www.imu.edu.my
- Fee payable per semester are subject to the number of credits registered
- **Subject to annual increase
| At IMU University | ||
|---|---|---|
| Study Mode | Malaysian Student Tuition Fees |
International Student Tuition Fees |
| Master of Science | ||
| Conventional | RM1,200 per credit hour | RM1,360 per credit hour |
| No. of Credit Hour: 20 hours | RM24,000 | RM27,200 |
| Research Paper | RM1,200 per credit hour | RM1,360 per credit hour |
| No. of Credit Hour: 20 hours | RM24,000 | RM27,200 |
| Total Fees | RM48,000 | RM54,400 |
| Master of Science | ||
| Open & Distance Learning (ODL) | RM980 per credit hour | RM980 per credit hour |
| No. of Credit Hour: 20 hours | RM19,600 | RM19,600 |
| Research Paper | RM1,200 per credit hour | RM1,200 per credit hour |
| No. of Credit Hour: 20 hours | RM24,000 |
RM24,000 |
| Total Fees | RM43,600 | RM43,600 |
- All listed fees are exclusive of the 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST), which will be applied to all international students where applicable.
- All IMU Alumni who are self-funding their postgraduate studies and meet the eligibility criteria will be eligible for a bursary of 15%
Our Team
Our academic members are highly qualified and experienced in different disciplines. The academic community of IMU pursues and achieves excellence in a wide range of research activities.
Hear from Our Students and Alumni
I decided to take up MSc in Molecular Medicine at IMU due to its mixed-mode scheme that builds a firm basis for reputed research work under professional supervision. The programme offered a unique opportunity via Artificial Intelligence to design anti-Dengue models using the innovative Schrödinger Software. I was able to achieve my goal with distinction and deep understanding.
Ali Qusay Khalid
Student
MSc in Molecular Medicine (MMM) programme in IMU has exposed me greatly to a vast knowledge of diseases during my studies. The programme is designed for those who are interested to pursue academic or research in medicinal science. It encourages independent learning, self-exploring, team discussions, and given the liberty to work on your own topic of interest, provided if it’s relevant.
Chin Seow Fong
Student
I feel incredibly grateful and proud to be an IMU alumni for the opportunity to participate in a joint research project as part of the double award Master programme in Molecular Medicine (IMU, M'sia) and Genomics Medicine (Queen Mary University London, UK). This journey is even more nostalgic as I am the pioneer and first graduate of the double Masters degree of Genomic Medicine from QUML, UK. Through this project, I have had the privilege of investigating whether genetic variants play a role in cardiac arrhythmia and excitability.
Dr Jas Sandhu
Alumna
One of the greatest advantages of Open and Distance Learning (ODL) was the flexibility it offered. The asynchronous classes allowed me to learn at my own pace, fitting studies around my demanding professional and personal schedule. I loved how the classes were specifically designed to accommodate full-time professionals like me, as I could adjust my learning to align with my work and family commitments. This flexibility was invaluable, especially on days when work required my full focus or family needs took precedence.
Fatimath Sumeyha
Alumna
Our MSc in Molecular Medicine programme aims to provide a strong fundamental understanding through comprehensive student-centred learning activities and a practical, hands-on experience in research and entrepreneurial aspects of molecular medical field. Both the core and selective modules allow students to gain an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the principles, application, and potential of molecular medicine.
Prof Ong Chin Eng
Professor and Lecturer
IMU MSc in Molecular Medicine focused on strengthening the basic knowledge about research methodology which helped in my career as a researcher. The programme is structured to introduce various impending research areas to find our personal interest in the vast field of medical research. The IMU faculty have multiple areas of expertise and are supportive in imparting their knowledge to us.
Rajesh Vivekanandan
Student
Frequently Asked Questions
- A bachelor’s degree with minimum CGPA of 2.75 or equivalent, as accepted by the HEP Senate; or
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent with minimum CGPA of 2.50 and not meeting CGPA of 2.75, can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment; or
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent not meeting CGPA of 2.50, can be accepted subject to a minimum of 5 years working experience in relevant field.
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A Word from the Programme Director
The IMU MSc Molecular Medicine Programme is designed for individuals passionate about understanding disease mechanisms at the molecular level and applying this knowledge in research, healthcare, or industry settings. Students will receive advanced training in cellular and molecular biology, genetics, immunology and infection, the molecular basis of diseases, cutting-edge biomedical research techniques, drug development, and treatment strategies. This programme equips graduates with the expertise required for careers in biomedical research, healthcare, and the biopharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. Delivered in a dynamic and supportive learning environment, the coursework fosters an immersive educational experience. Additionally, students will gain comprehensive hands-on training through hypothesis-driven and disease-oriented individual research projects, preparing them for impactful contributions to the field of molecular medicine.
Dr Lim Lay Cheng
Senior Lecturer and Programme Director , Molecular Medicine (MSc)
PhD in Molecular Medicine (UKM) , Master in Medical Science (UKM), BSc (Hons) in Molecular Biology (UKM)
A Word from the Programme Director
The IMU MSc Molecular Medicine Programme is designed for individuals passionate about understanding disease mechanisms at the molecular level and applying this knowledge in research, healthcare, or industry settings. Students will receive advanced training in cellular and molecular biology, genetics, immunology and infection, the molecular basis of diseases, cutting-edge biomedical research techniques, drug development, and treatment strategies. This programme equips graduates with the expertise required for careers in biomedical research, healthcare, and the biopharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. Delivered in a dynamic and supportive learning environment, the coursework fosters an immersive educational experience. Additionally, students will gain comprehensive hands-on training through hypothesis-driven and disease-oriented individual research projects, preparing them for impactful contributions to the field of molecular medicine.
Dr Lim Lay Cheng
Senior Lecturer and Programme Director , Molecular Medicine (MSc)
PhD in Molecular Medicine (UKM) , Master in Medical Science (UKM), BSc (Hons) in Molecular Biology (UKM)
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