Master of Science in Medical and Health Sciences (By Research)

Postgraduate research forms a major part of IMU’s activities in its role as a leader in healthcare provision and innovation. Working for a higher degree in research gives students the opportunity to acquire in-depth, specialised knowledge and to apply leading-edge techniques and methodologies. The University prides itself on the facilities and support it provides to research students and on the calibre and dedication of its academic, clinical and technical staff. In addition, researchers have published their findings in high impact journals.

The University allocates more than RM1 million internal funds for research every year. Alongside this commitment, our researchers have also successfully obtained significant amounts of external grants from funding bodies such as the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) and Ministry of Energy,

Science, Technology, Environment & Climate Change (MESTECC) in recent years. Our researchers have received funding for collaborative research projects in nasopharyngeal carcinoma, colorectal carcinoma, breast cancer, infectious diseases and environmental health.

Academic Requirements:

• Applicants are required to have obtained  a degree of Bachelor of Science (BSc) or equivalent with Second Class Honours Division 1 or above; or have obtained the degree of MBBS or equivalent.
• A candidate who does not hold a BSc with at least a Second Class Honours or equivalent qualification may, in exceptional circumstances, be permitted to register for the degree of MSc upon demonstrating adequate research or work experience for research studies at this level as determined by the Postgraduate Studies Committee and approved by the Senate.

English Language Requirements:

• All candidates should possess a standard passing mark of at least 6.5 in IELTS  (Individual band score of not less than 6.0), 550 (Paper based test) or 79-80 (Internet based test) in TOEFL or equivalent.

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Cancer / Oncology
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Environmental Health
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Toxicology / Molecular Biology / Biotechnology
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Biochemistry
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Microbiology
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Clinical Research
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Infectious Diseases
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Psychology
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Pharmaceutical Sciences
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Chronic Diseases
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Community Health
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Building-Related Illnesses
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Human & Medical Genetics
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Non-communicable Diseases
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Digital Health
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Data / Healthcare Analytics
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Bioinformatics
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Immunology
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Cell Biology
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Medicinal Chemistry
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Formulation Science
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Pharmacy Practice
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Dental Materials
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Biomaterials & Tissue Engineering

Selection of supervisor(s) is determined by the research area and is based on mutual agreement between both parties. Principal supervisors must be engaged within IMU, while co-supervisors may be from any established institution. All supervisors are subject to IMU’s credentialing guidelines