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Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

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

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Intakes

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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Public HolidaysWeek startWeek endAcademic Week
 18-Nov **Registration & Orientation – 18 Nov (Mon)
  19-Nov 22-NovWeek 1 – Class starts for all (19 Nov)
 25-Nov29-NovWeek 2
 2-Dec6-DecWeek 3
 9-Dec13-DecWeek 4
 16-Dec20-DecWeek 5
25-Dec Wed Christmas Day23-Dec27-DecWeek
1-Jan Wed New Year30-Dec3-JanWeek 7
 6-Jan10-JanWeek 8
 13-Jan17-JanWeek 9
 20-Jan24-JanWeek 10
29 Jan Wed Chinese New Year25-Jan31-JanMid-sem Break
 3-Feb7-FebWeek 11
11 Feb Tue Thaipusam10-Feb14-FebWeek 12
 17-Feb21-FebWeek 13
 24-Feb28-FebWeek 14
 3-Mar7-MarStudy Week
 10-Mar15-Mar Final Examination
17 Mar Mon Nuzul Al-Quran17-Mar22-Mar Final Examination
 24-Mar28-Mar Semester Break
31 Mar Mon Hari Raya Aidilfitri31-Mar4-Apr Semester Break
 7-Apr11-Apr Semester Break
 14-Apr18-Apr Semester Break

* When a public holiday falls on Sunday, the holiday is substituted with the following working Monday/ working day

**Registration and Orientation (Nov 2024 sem) – for late registration students who did not manage to go through orientation in MOOC semester

Note: The University reserves the right to amend as and when required