THE name Management and Science University (MSU) has become synonymous with quality education that is both transformative and enriching. Making an impact in Malaysia, Asia, and the rest of the world, MSU’s involvement in medical education compliments both the nation’s and regional healthcare system’s need for qualified medical personnel.
The Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) is a five-year programme offered through the International Medical School (IMS) at the MSU main campus in Shah Alam and its off-shore campus in Bangalore, India, which is Malaysia’s first medical school to receive a five-year accreditation from the Malaysian Medical Council (MMC). In addition, MSU’s MBBS programme is recognised by the Medical Council of India (MCI), Sri Lanka Medical Council (SLMC) and Maldives Medical and Dental Council (MMDC).
The university’s MBBS curriculum is designed in adherence to the MMC guidelines. The MBBS programme presents a continually expanding level of medical experiences. In the early years of study, the basic medical sciences are taught in the context relevant to patient care. Later in the course, clinical teaching builds upon and reinforces this strong scientific foundation.
MSU has developed a five-year medical course featuring three phases of study through its IMS. Both phases I and II are delivered through system-based modules. While phase III is conducted through discipline-based postings which includes Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatric, Psychiatry, Primary Care, Orthopedics, Emergency Medicine and Short Postings.
In comparison to many medical schools in Malaysia, one of the key features of MSU’s MBBS programme is the emphasis on clinical communication skills and early clinical contact visit to medical practices, community care facilities and hospitals. MSU focuses on developing a qualified medical doctor who excels academically but portrays commendable soft skills as well through involvement in various community services. This will help ensure a long-term continuous effort from MSU towards the nations’ objectives in health care and services.
MSU medical students also have the opportunity to complete their clinical year of training at two major referral hospitals in Malaysia – the Tengku Ampuan Rahimah Hospital in Klang and the Sungai Buloh Hospital, as well as other government hospitals in the Klang Valley.
Upon graduating, new doctors must register with the Public Services Department and complete a two-year housemanship at selected public hospitals under the supervision of the Ministry of Health. With the opening of the MSU Medical Centre, MSU has become Malaysia’s first university with its own private specialist hospital and in-house clinical placement and job opportunity for its MBBS graduates.
For SPM leavers, a fast-track pre-university programme is provided through the Foundation in Science Biology/Health Science. The programme will assist them to develop their language, study skills, cultural awareness and subject-specific knowledge, ensuring that students are well prepared for continuation in their MBBS programme or Pharmacy or any Health Sciences related programmes.
The next two intakes for the MBBS programme are in May and October; qualified students are required to sit for the Medical Entry Test (MET) at the MSU campus in Shah Alam to determine their aptitude for the MBBS programme.
For more information, visit www.msu.edu.my.
