13 Health Science Degree Programs in Malaysia

The Master of Science (MSc) by Research at the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (FMHS) offers an elite, high-stakes research environment for biomedical graduates, clinical researchers, and healthcare professionals.

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program at the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (FMHS) is a high-caliber, research-only degree designed to forge the next generation of global health authorities, medical innovators, and epidemiological strategists.

As a Management and Science University (MSU) candidate for a Doctor of Philosophy (Health Science) qualification, you will undertake supervised research with the aim to contribute new, significant knowledge to a health-related discipline or profession. You will be equipped with knowledge in research methodology as well as biostatistics, and a large part of your time will be spent doing research activities as well as writing your thesis.

Master in Internal Medicine (MIM) is a full-time programme that trains medical doctors to be Internal Medicine Specialists (IMS) or general physicians.  The programme follows the latest Malaysia National Postgraduate Medical Curriculum for Internal Medicine (NPMC) in which during the first year, the candidates will be trained in general medicine.

This postgraduate diploma is designed for healthcare professionals who want to deepen their understanding of caring for elderly patients. It covers key areas such as the unique health challenges faced...

Optometry is a specialised branch of healthcare that trains you to detect, diagnose, and manage ocular diseases. As a student of optometry, you will learn how to examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases and disorders of the visual system and its associated structures.

Highly trained and specialised scientists are of paramount importance for the generation of knowledge for a better understanding of the various aspects of the health sciences industry as well as to improve the design of appropriate health policies in Malaysia and globally.

Our Health Sciences programmes help prepare you to take up those roles. We cover a range of our curriculum that includes diagnostic, technical, therapeutic and direct patient care and support services.

Foundation in Medical Sciences is a program specially designed to prepare students to enter bachelor’s degree courses in medicine and health sciences. The program aspires to produce students who are knowledgeable and competent in the medical sciences. The program gives emphasis on basic theory and current concepts in the sciences, professional behavior and ethics, effective use of ICT, use of quantitative methods, and knowledge of market relevance to enable students to enroll in medical and health science courses.

The Faculty aims to provide a conducive environment for learning and research for the students of this program regarding the changing needs of the modern-day. Distinguished professors and research workers (local and/or International) of this relevant field are consulted to achieve high standards and improve the quality of research from time to time.

Nursing is an integral part of the healthcare team and is professionals that are in great demand worldwide.

The Master of Radiology Program is the third medical specialist training programme at KPJUC. This programme is endorsed by the National Radiology Conjoint Committee, Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA) and Ministry of Education. It provides candidates with the opportunity to be trained as an excellent diagnostic radiologist in 7 accredited KPJ Specialist hospitals.

Medical Assistants work closely with Medical Officers in most units in a hospital. Ramsay Sime Darby Healthcare College offers a three (3) year Diploma in Medical Assistant, enabling students to realise their dreams in pursuing a career in a healthcare setting.