Minimum Entry Requirements -
FOR STUDENTS WITH STPM/ A-LEVEL/ SAM/ CPU/ UEC/ EQUIVALENT QUALIFICATIONS

Medicine and Health Sciences Programme
Programme
Minimum Entry Requirements
BACHELOR OF MEDICINE AND BACHELOR OF SURGERY^
5-years Bachelor Honours Degree programme

^October Intake ONLY

STPM with Grades BBB/ABC/AAC or CGPA 3.0 (out of 4.0) in 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry and Physics / Mathematics

OR

A-Level with Grades BBB/ABC/AAC in 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry and Physics / Mathematics

OR

Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) with Grade B4 in 5 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Advanced Mathematics (I) and Advanced Mathematics (II)

OR

South Australian Matriculation (SAM) with aggregate / average of 80% or the equivalent of B in any 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry and Physics / Mathematics OR 80% ATAR provided subjects include Biology, Chemistry and Physics / Mathematics

OR

Canadian Pre-University (CPU) with average of 80% in any 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry and Physics / Mathematics

OR

Canadian International Matriculation Program (CIMP) with Average of 80% in any 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry and Physics / Mathematics

OR

Higher School Certificate (HSC) Sydney, Australia with Aggregate / average of 80% or the equivalent of B in any 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry and Physics / Mathematics OR 80% ATAR provided subjects include Biology, Chemistry and Physics / Mathematics

OR

Foundation, University of New South Wales (UNSW), Australia with Aggregate / average of 80% or the equivalent of B in any 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry and Physics / Mathematics OR 80% ATAR provided subjects include Biology, Chemistry and Physics / Mathematics

OR

Western Australia Curriculum Council with Aggregate / average of 80% or the equivalent of B in any 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry and Physics / Mathematics OR 80% ATAR provided subjects include Biology, Chemistry and Physics / Mathematics

OR

New Zealand Bursary with Average of 80% in any 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry and Physics / Mathematics

OR

Indian Pre-University with Obtain Eligibility Certificate from National Medical Commission India, Pass the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET)* Exam;

Average of 70% in any 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry and Physics / Mathematics

*The NEET is required for Indian Citizen who wish to work in India

**Those who do not intend to work as a medical practitioner in India must provide a signed letter of undertaking witnessed by a Lawyer or Commissioner of Oath. This letter of undertaking must clearly state that they will not seek registration with the National Medical Commission of India

OR

International Baccalaureate (IB)

For September 2023 Intake: 30 points with a minimum of 2 Science subjects or Mathematics at Higher level (HL) and 1 Science subject at Standard level (SL) and attained a minimum score of 4 each in Biology, Chemistry and Physics / Mathematics

For September 2024 Intake: Minimum overall score 33 points, 2 science subjects (Biology and Chemistry) at Higher Level (HL) and Mathematics at HL and attained a minimum score of 5 each in

- Biology; and

- Chemistry; and

- Mathematics

OR

Foundation in Science, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) with CGPA 3.50 and GPA 3.00 for Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics / Physics

OR

Matriculation/Foundation in Science/Pre-Medical course (not less than 1 year duration in the same accredited institution) with CGPA of 3.50 (out of 4.00) and GPA 3.00 in 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry, Physics/Mathematics AND with minimum of 5Bs in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics/Additional Mathematics and another subject (English Language) at SPM/equivalent level

OR

Monash University Foundation Pre-University Programme-Aggregate/average of 80% in 3 subjects i.e. Biology, Chemistry and Physics/Mathematics OR 80% ATAR provided subjects include Biology, Chemistry and Physics/Mathematics

OR

Diploma in Health Sciences (duration of 5 semesters OR 2.5 years in the same accredited institution) with CGPA of 3.50 (out of 4.00) AND with minimum of 2Bs in Biology/Chemistry/Physics and 3 credits each in English Language, Mathematics/Add. Mathematics and another subject at SPM/equivalent

OR

Degree in Health/Pure/Applied Sciences/ Medical Sciences with CGPA3.0 (out of 4.0)

OR

Degree in the Arts/Humanities with CGPA 3.50 (out of 4.00)

General English Language requirements:

IELTS Band 6.0 / MUET Band 4/ TOEFL 60 / PTE 59 / Linguaskill 169 / equivalent

Malaysian applicants MUST have a credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu

Only shortlisted applicants will be called for an interview

The interview will be based on the following aspects:-

i. Attitude, personal qualities, emotional stability

ii. Communication skills In the English Language

iii. Critical thinking in relation to health issues

BACHELOR OF CHINESE MEDICINE (HONOURS)
5-years Bachelor Honours Degree programme

STPM (Science Stream) with CGPA of 2.50 with Passes in Grade C in any 2 Science subjects, OR STPM (non-Science Stream) with CGPA 2.50 and Grade C in any 2 subjects and a SPM credits in any 2 Science subjects and 1 Mathematics subject

OR

STAM with at least Grade Jayyid and SPM credits in 2 Science subjects and Mathematics*

*The requirement to have credit in Science, Mathematics and Islamic Studies subjects at SPM level can be waived should any other higher qualifications contain Science, Mathematics and Islamic Studies subjects with equivalent/higher achievement.*

OR

A-Level with Grade C in 2 Science subjects OR A-Level with Grade C in any 2 subjects and a SPM / equivalent credits in any 2 Science subjects and 1 Mathematics subject

OR

Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) with Grade B5 in 5 subjects including 2 Science subjects OR UEC with Grade B5 in any 5 subjects and a SPM / equivalent credits in any 2 Science subjects and 1 Mathematics subject

OR

South Australian Matriculation (SAM) with Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) 75 and Grade B in any 2 Science subjects OR SAM with Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) 75 and Grade B in any 2 subjects and a SPM / equivalent credits in any 2 Science subjects and 1 Mathematics subject

OR

Canadian Pre-University (CPU) with minimum of 80% in 6 subjects including 2 Science subjects OR CPU with a minimum of 80% in any 6 subjects and a SPM / equivalent credits in any 2 Science subjects and 1 Mathematics subject

OR

Diploma in Traditional and Complementary Medicine (T&CM) related areas or any Science related areas (Level 4, MQF) Tunku Abdul Rahman College University (TAR UC) / Institutions recognised by the Traditional and Complementary Medicine Board / other Institutions of Higher Learning with at least CGPA of 2.50 OR with CGPA above 2.00 but less than 2.50 with a minimum of 2 years work experience in relevant T&CM or Science related fields

OR

The TVET diplomas such as Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (DKM) / Diploma Vokasional Malaysia (DVM) / Diploma Lanjutan Kemahiran Malaysia (DLKM) in Traditional and Complementary Medicine (T&CM) related areas or any Science related areas.

1. The DKM / DVM / DLKM must be fully accredited by MQA

2. Required at least CGPA of 2.50 OR with CGPA above 2.00 but less than 2.50 with minimum 2 years work experience in relevant T&CM or Science related fields subject to Senate / Academic Boards approval

3. Students will be required to pass the admission screening process conducted by the faculty and may be required to undergo the Bridging programme, if necessary, during the period of their study in addition to the existing curriculum structure

4. Credit transfer can be considered on a case-to-case basis and subject to existing credit transfer policies which are in effect

OR

Foundation in Science, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman with CGPA 2.50

OR

Foundation in Arts, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman with CGPA 2.50 and a SPM / equivalent credits in any 2 Science subjects and 1 Mathematics subject

OR

Foundation / Matriculation in Science or T&CM related areas from Institutions of Higher Learning with at least CGPA 2.50

OR

Matriculation / Foundation in other fields from Institutions of Higher Learning with CGPA 2.50 and a SPM / equivalent credits in any 2 Science subjects and 1 Mathematics subject

OR

Bachelor Degree in any discipline from Institutions of Higher Learning

OR

Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government

BACHELOR OF NURSING (HONOURS)
4-years Bachelor Honours Degree programme

May and October Intakes ONLY

STPM with minimum CGPA of 2.50 including credit SPM Bahasa Melayu* and Mathematics (Elementary / Additional / Modern) AND

EITHER One (1) of the credits below:

General Science / Applied Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics

OR

A-Level with Grade C in 3 subjects including credit SPM / O-Level / IGCSE / equivalent Bahasa Melayu* and Mathematics (Elementary / Additional / Modern) AND

EITHER One (1) of the credits below:

General Science / Applied Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics

OR

Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) with Grade B in 5 subjects including credit SPM / equivalent Bahasa Melayu* and Mathematics (Elementary / Additional / Modern) AND

EITHER One (1) of the credits below:

General Science / Applied Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics

OR

Matriculation / Foundation with minimum CGPA 2.50

OR

Any Diploma with minimum CGPA 2.50 (No credit transfer) equivalent MQF Level 4

OR

Diploma in Nursing from a recognized institution by Malaysia Nursing Board with minimum two (2) years clinical working experience (credit transfer allowed) or without clinical working experience (credit transfer is not allowed). For international candidates, the candidates are required to have registered with the Nursing Council of the country of origin.

OR

Other equivalent qualifications with minimum CGPA 2.50

AND All candidates who possess Matriculation / Foundation / pass any Diploma / other equivalent qualification except Diploma in Nursing MUST possess:

Mandatory credits in Bahasa Melayu* and Mathematics (Elementary / Additional / Modern)

EITHER One (1) of the credits below:

General Science / Applied Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics

Note: *For Malaysian candidates only

General Requirements

Credit in SPM English OR one of the following English Language requirements:

IELTS - Band 5.5

TOEFL (computer-based testing) - Score of 215

TOEFL (internet-based testing) - Score of 80

MUET - Band 3

O-Level English Language - Credit

AND

All candidates must be certified medically fit by a registered medical practitioner within one month from commencement of the nursing programme.

Candidates with any of the following shall be disqualified from entry into a nursing programme:

- Serious physical or mental illness, and/or

- Serious communicable disease: HIV / AIDS, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C

Candidate MUST not have any physical disabilities or impaired senses that hinder nursing dexterity

BACHELOR OF PHYSIOTHERAPY (HONOURS)
4-years Bachelor Honours Degree programme

STPM with GPA of 2.33 in 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry OR Physics / Mathematics (AND Malaysian University English Test (MUET) Band 3 or IELTS (5.5)/ TOEFL (550)/ TOEFL iBT 46/ PTE 51/ Linguaskill 160)*

OR

A-Level with grade D in 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry OR Physics / Mathematics (with grade C)

OR

Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) with Grade B in 5 subjects including 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry OR Physics / Mathematics (AND Malaysian University English Test (MUET) Band 3 or IELTS (5.5)/ TOEFL (550)/ TOEFL iBT 46/ PTE 51/ Linguaskill 160)*

OR

South Australian Matriculation (SAM) with Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) 70 and Grade B in 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry OR Physics / Mathematics

OR

Canadian Pre-University (CPU) with an average of 70% in 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry OR Physics / Mathematics (and 4 other subjects)

OR

Foundation in Science, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman with GPA of 2.33 in 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry OR Physics / Mathematics

OR

Foundation from other Institutions of Higher Learning with GPA 2.33 in 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry OR Physics / Mathematics (AND Malaysian University English Test (MUET) Band 3 or IELTS (5.5)/ TOEFL (550)/ TOEFL iBT 46/ PTE 51/ Linguaskill 160)*

OR

Matriculation Certificate, Ministry of Education with a minimum GPA of 2.33 in 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry OR Physics / Mathematics (AND Malaysian University English Test (MUET) Band 3 or IELTS (5.5)/ TOEFL (550)/ TOEFL iBT 46/ PTE 51/ Linguaskill 160)*

OR

Diploma from Institutions of Higher Learning in the relevant field with minimum CGPA of 2.75 (AND Malaysian University English Test (MUET) Band 3 or IELTS (5.5)/ TOEFL (550)/ TOEFL iBT 46/ PTE 51/ Linguaskill 160)*

OR

Diploma from Institutions of Higher Learning in the relevant field with CGPA below 2.75 and a minimum of 3 years (36 months) working experience in the related filed (AND Malaysian University English Test (MUET) Band 3 or IELTS (5.5)/ TOEFL (550)/ TOEFL iBT 46/ PTE 51/ Linguaskill 160)*

OR

Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government with a minimum GPA of 2.33 in 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry OR Physics / Mathematics (AND Malaysian University English Test (MUET) Band 3 or IELTS (5.5)/ TOEFL (550)/ TOEFL iBT 46/ PTE 51/ Linguaskill 160)*

*NOT applicable for qualifications conducted fully in English language conducted fully in English language BUT must have a pass in SPM English language

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONOURS) BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE
3.5-years Bachelor Honours Degree programme

STPM with minimum GPA of 2.33 in 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry OR Physics / Mathematics (AND Malaysian University English Test (MUET) Band 3 or IELTS (5.5)/ TOEFL (550)/ TOEFL iBT 46/ PTE 51/ Linguaskill 160)*

OR

A-Level with minimum Grade D in 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry OR Physics / Mathematics

OR

UEC with Grade B in 5 relevant subjects including 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry OR Physics / Mathematics (AND Malaysian University English Test (MUET) Band 3 or IELTS (5.5)/ TOEFL (550)/ TOEFL iBT 46/ PTE 51/ Linguaskill 160)*

OR

South Australian Matriculation (SAM) with Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) 70 and Grade B in 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry OR Physics / Mathematics

OR

Canadian Pre-University (CPU) with an average of 70% in 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry OR Physics / Mathematics (with another 4 subjects of average 70%)

OR

Foundation in Science, UTAR with a minimum GPA of 2.33 in 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry OR Physics / Mathematics

OR

Foundation from other Institutions of Higher Learning with a minimum GPA of 2.33 in 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry OR Physics / Mathematics (AND Malaysian University English Test (MUET) Band 3 or IELTS (5.5)/ TOEFL (550)/ TOEFL iBT 46/ PTE 51/ Linguaskill 160)*

OR

Matriculation Certificate, Ministry of Education with a minimum GPA of 2.33 in 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry OR Physics / Mathematics (AND Malaysian University English Test (MUET) Band 3 or IELTS (5.5)/ TOEFL (550)/ TOEFL iBT 46/ PTE 51/ Linguaskill 160)*

OR

Diploma from Institutions of Higher Learning in the relevant field with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 (AND Malaysian University English Test (MUET) Band 3 or IELTS (5.5)/ TOEFL (550)/ TOEFL iBT 46/ PTE 51/ Linguaskill 160)*

OR

Diploma from Institutions of Higher Learning in the relevant field with CGPA below 2.75 and a minimum of 3 years (36 months) working experience in the related field (AND Malaysian University English Test (MUET) Band 3 or IELTS (5.5)/ TOEFL (550)/ TOEFL iBT 46/ PTE 51/ Linguaskill 160)*

OR

Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government with a minimum GPA of 2.33 in 2 of the following subjects: Biology, Chemistry OR Physics / Mathematics (AND Malaysian University English Test (MUET) Band 3 or IELTS (5.5)/ TOEFL (550)/ TOEFL iBT 46/ PTE 51/ Linguaskill 160)*

*NOT applicable for qualifications conducted fully in English language conducted fully in English language BUT must have a pass in SPM English language

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONOURS) ENVIRONMENTAL, OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH
4-years Bachelor Honours Degree programme

STPM with at least Grade C (GP 2.0) in any 2 subjects (and Credit in 1 Science subject at SPM level / equivalent qualification)*

OR

STAM with at least Grade Jayyid (and Credit in 1 Science subject at SPM level / equivalent qualification)*

OR

A-Level with minimum 2 Passes of minimum Grade D in any 2 subjects (and Credit in 1 Science subject at SPM level / equivalent qualification)*

OR

Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) with Grade B in 5 subjects (and Credit in 1 Science subject at SPM level / equivalent qualification)*

OR

South Australian Matriculation (SAM) with Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) 70 and Grade B in any 2 subjects (and Credit in 1 Science subject at SPM level / equivalent qualification)*

OR

Canadian Pre-University (CPU) with an average of 70% in 6 subjects (and Credit in 1 Science subject at SPM level / equivalent qualification)*

OR

The TVET diplomas such as Diploma Kemahiran Malaysia (DKM) / Diploma Vokasional Malaysia (DVM) / Diploma Lanjutan Kemahiran Malaysia (DLKM)

1. The DKM/DLKM/DVM must be fully accredited by MQA

2. Required a minimum CGPA of 2.50 or CGPA 2.00 with at least 2 years working experience in relevant field subject to Senate / Academic Boards approval

3. Students will be required to pass the admission screening process conducted by the faculty and undergo the Bridging programme, if necessary, during the period of their study in addition to the existing curriculum structure

4. Credit transfer can be considered on a case-to-case basis and subject to existing credit transfer policies which are in effect

OR

Foundation from Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman with a minimum CGPA 2.00 (a Credit in 1 Science subject (Biology/Physics/Chemistry/General Science) at SPM level / equivalent qualification)*

OR

Matriculation / Foundation from Other Institutions of Higher Learning in the relevant field with a minimum CGPA 2.00 (a Credit in 1 Science subject (Biology/Physics/Chemistry/General Science) at SPM level / equivalent qualification)*

OR

Diploma (Level 4, MQF) with a minimum CGPA 2.00 (a Credit in 1 Science subject (Biology/Physics/Chemistry/General Science) at SPM level / equivalent qualification)*

OR

Other relevant equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government with a minimum CGPA of 2.00

* as per MQA Programme Standards: Occupational Safety and Health, First Edition

Notes:* Can be waived should any other higher qualifications contain Biology/ Physics/ Chemistry/ General Science subjects with an equivalent / higher achievement.

Applicants without a credit in SPM Science/ equivalent can be admitted but are required to attend special Enhancement Course. Students must pass the special Enhancement Course as a prerequisite to related core courses before joining the degree programme.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONOURS) DIETETICS
4-years Bachelor Honours Degree programme

STPM with minimum GPA of 2.33 in 2 subjects must be in Biology, Chemistry OR Physics / Mathematics

OR

A-Level with Grade D in 2 subjects must be in Biology, Chemistry OR Physics / Mathematics

OR

South Australian Matriculation (SAM) with an Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) 70 and Grade B in 2 subjects must be in Biology, Chemistry OR Physics / Mathematics

OR

Canadian Pre-University (CPU) with an average of 70% in 6 subjects including 2 subjects must be in Biology, Chemistry OR Physics / Mathematics

OR

Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) with Grade B in 5 subjects including 2 subjects must be in Biology, Chemistry OR Physics / Mathematics

OR

Foundation in Science, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) with minimum GPA of 2.33 in 2 subjects must be in Biology, Chemistry OR Physics / Mathematics

OR

Foundation / Matriculation qualification in the relevant field from other Higher Education Institution with minimum GPA 2.33 in 2 subjects must be in Biology, Chemistry OR Physics / Mathematics

OR

Matriculation Certificate, Ministry of Education with a minimum GPA 2.33 in 2 subjects must be in Biology, Chemistry OR Physics / Mathematics

OR

Diploma qualification in the relevant field from Tunku Abdul Rahman University College (TAR UC) / other Higher Education providers with minimum CGPA of 2.75. If CGPA less than 2.75, a minimum of 36 months working experience in the related field is required

OR

Other equivalent qualifications with minimum GPA of 2.33 in 2 subjects must be in Biology, Chemistry OR Physics / Mathematics recognised by the Malaysian Government

AND

Malaysian University English Test (MUET) Band 3 or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) 5.5 / TOEFL iBT Score 46 (not applicable for qualifications conducted fully in English language BUT must have a pass in SPM / O-Level English language)