Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

(R2/0912/6/0008) (02/28) (MQA/FA0241)

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May/October

Programme Duration

5 years | Full-time

Mode of Study

Full-Time

Programme Level

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Experience world-class medical education with QIU’s MBBS programme in Malaysia – an Integrated Hybrid Problem-Based Learning Curriculum that aligns with the prestigious United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE).

Take your first step towards a successful medical career with confidence and excellence at QIU.

The MBBS programme at QIU follows an Integrated Hybrid Problem-Based Learning Curriculum. The 5-year MBBS curriculum consists of two continuous phases: Phase I (Years 1 & 2) and Phase II (Years 3 to 5). In Phase I, the emphasis is on integrated basic sciences with early clinical exposure, while Phase II focuses on the clinical sciences integrated with the applied aspects of basic and laboratory sciences.

A. Higher School Certificate Level or its equivalent

i. Pass STPM with Grades BBB, ABC or AAC or CGPA 3.0 (out of 4.0) in 3 subjects i.e.

  • Biology; and
  • Chemistry; and
  • Physics or Mathematics

OR

ii. Pass A-Levels with Grades BBB, ABC or AAC in 3 subjects i.e.

  • Biology; and
  • Chemistry; and
  • Physics or Mathematics

OR

iii. Pass UEC with B4 in 5 subjects :

  • Biology; and
  • Chemistry; and
  • Physics; and
  • Advanced Mathematics I /Mathematics; and
  • Advanced Mathematics II/Advanced Mathematics

B. Matriculation, Foundation or Pre – Medical Programme or its equivalent.

iii. Pass Foundation / Matriculation in Science OR Pre-Medical programme with CGPA 3.0 (out of 4.0) in 3 subjects i.e.

  • Biology; and
  • Chemistry; and
  • Physics or Mathematics

Minimum grade for each subject is C (GP 2.0)

AND

Provided the course is not less than 1 year in the same institution

AND

Pass SPM/ O Level or its equivalent with 5 Bs each in

  • Biology; and
  • Chemistry; and
  • Physics; and
  • Mathematics or Additional Mathematics; and
  • another subject

OR

iv. Pass UEC with a minimum grade of B4 each in 3 subjects :

  • Biology; and
  • Chemistry; and
  • Physics or Mathematics /Advanced Mathematics I or Advanced Mathematics/Advanced Mathematics II

C. Diploma Level

v. Pass Diploma in Health Sciences or equivalent with CGPA: 3.50 (out of 4)

AND

provided the programme is not less than 5 semesters OR 2 1/2 year in the same institution

AND

At SPM / O Level or its equivalent:

Minimum 2Bs in any 2 subjects

  • Biology; and/ or
  • Chemistry; and/ or
  • Physics

AND

Credit in 3 subjects

  • English ; and
  • Mathematics or Additional Mathematics ;and
  • another subject

OR

D. Bachelor’s Degree Level

vi. Pass Degree in Health OR Pure OR Applied Sciences with CGPA: 3.00 (out of 4) for entry to 5-year medical programme

OR

vii. Pass Degree in the Arts or Humanities with CGPA: 3.50 (out of 4) for entry to 5-year medical programme

OR

xi. Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Government of Malaysia

English Requirement for International students:

IELTS 5.0/ MUET Band 3.5 or its equivalent

SALIENT FEATURES OF THE CURRICULUM:

  • The curriculum and assessment is aligned with the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) which enables the graduates to specialise in a relatively shorter duration.
  • Continuous Professional Development and Ethics throughout the medical programme.
  • Co- and Extra-Curricular Activities to ensure students’ comprehensive development.

Phase 1

  • Organ / System-Based Modular Approach with Problem-Based Learning
  • Vertical and Horizontal Integration of basic science and clinical disciplines in a spiral manner
  • Cadaveric Dissection for Gross Anatomy
  • Early Clinical Exposure during Year 1 & 2
  • Clinical and Communication Skills Training
  • Research Projects

Phase 2

  • Discipline and Speciality – Based Clinical Postings in Hospitals
  • Case based learning
  • Research Projects
  • Elective Postings

Upon completing this programme, graduates would have acquired the essential knowledge, competencies and professional attitude to become a standout primary healthcare provider. Having gained lifelong learning skills, they would also have the motivation and training to conduct research and move towards postgraduate training in their respective fields of interest.

For enquiries on our programme fees and funding, please fill up the form below or you may contact our Student Recruitment Division representative. We offer many funding opportunities to support students. Check out our Financial Assistance Page to find out more.

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Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday 5-Sep Fri
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22-Oct Wed 25-Oct Sat Week 15 Self-Study Week Deepavali 20-Oct Mon
27-Oct Mon 1-Nov Sat Week 16 Final Examination 
3-Nov Mon 6-Nov Thur Week 17 Final Examination Sultan of Perak’s Birthday 7-Nov Fri
10-Nov Mon 14-Nov Fri Semester Break 
17-Nov Mon 21-Nov Fri Semester Break 
Note : 
  1. The University reserves the right to amend as and when required  
  2. When a public holiday falls on Sunday, the holiday is substituted with the following working Monday/working day 
  3. 22 November 2025 – Convocation 
*4. The University Management has decided to grant extra leave for certain festivals that fall at the beginning or end of the week. For this semester, Monday 15 Sept is the extra holiday.  Therefore, replacement classes must be conducted on the dates provided by the Registrar’s Office
Week StartWeek EndAcademic WeekActivityPublic Holidays
25-Oct  Registration 
27-Oct31-Oct Orientation 
3-Nov7-Nov Pre-Nov Programme

Sultan of Perak’s Birthday

7-Nov

10-Nov14-Nov Pre-Nov Programme 
17-Nov21-Nov Pre-Nov Programme 
24-Nov28-NovWeek 1Learning Week 
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22-Dec26-DecWeek 5Learning Week

Christmas Day

25-Dec

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1-Jan

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26-Jan30-JanWeek 10Learning Week 
3-Feb6-FebWeek 11Learning Week

RPL Thaipusam (1-Feb)

2-Feb

9-Feb13-FebWeek 12Learning Week 
16-Feb20-Feb Mid-Semester Break

Chinese New Year

17- 18 Feb

23-Feb27-FebWeek 13Learning Week 
2-Mar6-MarWeek 14Learning Week

Nuzul Al-Quran

7-Mar

9-Mar13-MarWeek 15Self-Study Week 
16-Mar19-MarWeek 16Final Examination

Hari Raya Aidilfitri

21-Mar

23-Mar27-Mar Mid-Semester Break

Hari Raya Aidilfitri

23-Mar

30-Mar3-AprWeek 17Final Examination 
6-Apr10-Apr Semester Break 
13-Apr17-Apr Semester Break 

Note :

  1. The University reserves the right to amend as and when required
  2. When a public holiday falls on Sunday, the holiday is substituted with the following working Monday/working day