Master of Medical Science (Physiology)

i. A Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)/ Bachelor's Degree in Medical Science, Allied Health Science (Level 6 Malaysian Qualifications Framework, MQF) or related fields with minimum CGPA of 2.50;

OR

ii. A Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)/ Bachelor's Degree in Medical Science or Allied Health Science (Level 6, MQF) or related fields with CGPA of less than 2.50 and a minimum of 5 years working experience in the related field;

OR

iii. Other relevant equivalent qualifications that are recognised by the Malaysian Government.

International Students
MUET : Minimum Band 3.5
IELTS : Minimum Band 5.0
TOEFL (Internet-based) : Minimum score of 7.5
Cambridge Linguaskill : Minimum score of 154
Cambridge English Qualification and Test : Minimum score of 154
Pearson Test of English : Minimum score of 47
Candidates who fail to fulfil the above criteria may be required to take an English Proficiency Course at the University.

YEAR 1

SEMESTER 1

• Cellular Physiology
• Neurophysiology
• Haematology
• Cardiorespiratory Physiology

SEMESTER 2

• Musculoskeletal Physiology
• Gastrointestinal System
• Renal Physiology
• Endocrine & Reproductive Physiology
• Research Methodology
• Research Proposal

SEMESTER 3

Elective (Choose 2 of 3 modules):

• Exercise Physiology
• Environmental Physiology
• Developmental Physiology

YEAR 2

SEMESTER 1

• Research Project

• MEDICALLY INTEGRATED CURRICULUM — Bridges foundational physiology with clinical application for real-world relevance
• RESEARCH-DRIVEN LEARNING — Gain hands-on experience in research methodology, data analysis, and independent thesis work
• EXPERT-LED TEACHING — Learn from seasoned educators and researchers in medical sciences
• PATHWAY TO PHD — Solid foundation for progression into PhD programmes in Physiology, Medical Education, or other biomedical sciences.
• COLLABORATIVE, INTERDISCIPLINARY SETTING — Engage with peers and faculty from medicine, health sciences, and bioinformatics backgrounds.
• Hands-on Research Projects — Undertake your own supervised research in trending physiology and health sciences
• Present at Scientific Conferences — Showcase your work and network with industry experts
• Collaborative Learning Hub — Join journal clubs and peer research discussions
• Industry & Academic Expert Access — Learn from guest speakers from hospitals, biomedical companies & academia
• Online Resources & Global Learning Tools — Access to research databases, simulation software, and webinars from international collaborators

• Academic Research
• Healthcare Administration
• Healthcare Education

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