The School of Postgraduate Studies supports, administers and coordinates the training of higher degrees (Masters and PhD) by research and taught Masters programmes within the Faculty of Medicine and Health. As one of the five Schools in the Faculty, the School of Postgraduate Studies strives to ensure that all these activities are carried out to the highest standards. This School aims to enhance the quality of all aspects of the postgraduate and postdoctoral experience, both academic and social. The School continually attracts some of the best academics in the world, and many have become leaders in their fields.
The School aims to produce graduates with attributes that are sought by a wide range of employers, facilitates the development of research amongst its staff, strengthens linkages with other Research Institutes, and facilitates research-led approaches to teaching.
Learn About The Institute for Research, Development and Innovation (IRDI)
The School works closely with IRDI as a vital part of the School’s programme involves research in this research-intensive university.
Programmes Offered
Message from the Dean
Prof Dr Tan Eng Lai
Dean, School of Postgraduate Studies
BSc (Murd. Aust) M.Biotech (UM), PhD (UM)
“At the School of Postgraduate Studies, you can go on to obtain a Master’s or Doctorate Degree in any of our fifteen programmes. We provide a conducive atmosphere for our students, as well as experienced academics who facilitate their learning and supervise them as they go through their programmes. We have facilities for our students to ensure that they get the best out of their studies. Postgraduate students are a vital part of a research intensive university. They contribute to the intellectual vitality and vibrancy of the institutions as they learn, grow and develop. Our students have consistently won a number of grants and fellowships every year. These give them the opportunity to travel abroad to present their research findings at scientific conferences.”
Views from Our Community
Dr Jas Sandhu
Alumna, Molecular Medicine (IMU) & Genomics Medicine (Queen Mary University London, UK).
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. This experience has allowed me to gain invaluable skills in analyzing gene structural variants, studying disease pathogenicity, and deriving phenotypes from available database resources related to individuals who have experienced cardiac arrhythmia and excitability. As a graduate with an MBBS degree, these skills have added tremendous value to my professional profile and inspired me to continue pursuing innovative research in the field of medicine , and also in my clinical practice.
Ung Ser Ming
Alumnus, MSc in Analytical and Pharmaceutical Chemistry
After enrolling in the MAPC programme, I have gained a lot during my 1 year here. In terms of hands-on experience and also the various soft skills that I have come to acquire, it has equipped me with the additional knowledge and skills required to excel in a work setting. And for that, I do think it is one of the best choices I've made in my academic life to pursue this master's degree.
Wong Yoke Lan (Kath)
Alumnus, MSc in Analytical and Pharmaceutical Chemistry
The coursework and hands-on experiments have provided me with great knowledge and insight to pursue the career path that I am truly interested in. With the help from professors' guidance along the way, I am inspired to think critically and keep my passion going.
Bu Huey Enn
Alumnus, MSc in Analytical and Pharmaceutical Chemistry
The experiential learning has assuredly honed my laboratory skills, from drug design and synthesis to bioassay techniques. The research project has trained and prepared me to face a job that commands analytical knowledge and practical competence. Therefore, I staunchly believe that this programme can mould students into well-rounded individuals, which distinguishes them from the massive influx of graduates to a prosperous vocation.
Eddy Yii Chung Ann
Alumnus, MSc in Analytical and Pharmaceutical Chemistry
The flexibility of the IMU MAPC programme has allowed me to work and study in parallel. The rich curriculum structure of this programme is certainly beneficial to all students who wish to gain a deeper insight into the growth of pharmaceutical research and industries. I am truly grateful for everything I learned in the MAPC programme, especially to be able to learn drug discovery and design using high-end software/databases as well as to exchange opinions with different experts during the Quality Management & Regulatory Systems module.
