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Ready to Join a Medical Programme that Trains You to be a Truly Global Health Practitioner
About
the programme
The path towards becoming a doctor is long and challenging but one that sees no shortage of takers. It is a selfless calling, dedicated to the service of others and yet, is one of the most personally fulfilling career options to embark on.
To take up medicine, you need good grades coupled with total commitment to stay on the course. Hence, it is important that the decision to be a doctor is yours, not your parents’ or anyone else’s.
The IMU Medical programme focuses on Medical Sciences for the first 2.5 years. Students then proceed to undertake Clinical Training either at IMU’s Clinical Campuses in the southern part of Malaysia or at a Partner Medical School (PMS) overseas.
At IMU, clinical electives are an important part of undergraduate medical training in order to enhance learning experience. Students of its medical programme can choose to do their clinical electives in selected hospitals in the USA and enhance their learning experience in a different healthcare system.
Our Achievements
Ranked Top 600 in the World
(Source: QS World University Rankings - By Subject 2026)
#1 in Champion in Medicine (Source: Talent Bank)
WHY STUDY AT IMU?
An Established Private Medical and Health University
Build Your Future Healthcare Professional Network
Largest Private Medical School in Malaysia
Curriculum Benchmarked to International Standards
Better Preparation for Housemanship and Career as a Doctor
New Partnership
Expanding Global Opportunities for IMU Medical Students
IMU’s collaboration with Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin opens new doors for medical students through academic exchange, research collaboration, and global healthcare exposure.
Prepare for a future in medicine that’s truly international – only at IMU.
Prepare for a future in medicine that’s truly international – only at IMU.
KEY FACTS
at IMU
- DEGREE
MBBS (IMU)
- COMMENCEMENT
February & September
- TOTAL DURATION
5 Years
- TOTAL TUITION FEE
RM615,690 (Malaysian)
RM692,680 (International)#
RM692,680 (International)#
at Partner University
- DEGREE
Degree from Partner Universities
- COMMENCEMENT
February & September
- TOTAL DURATION
5 to 6 Years*
- TOTAL TUITION FEE
At IMU (2½ Years)**
RM307,845 (Malaysian)
RM346,340 (International)#
At Partner University*
Australia (2½ - 3 Years) AUD205,933 - 300,096
Ireland (3 Years) €165,000
Malta (3 Years) €120,000
New Zealand (3 Years) NZD331,650
UK (2½ - 3 Years) GBP122,500 - 225,000
RM307,845 (Malaysian)
RM346,340 (International)#
At Partner University*
Australia (2½ - 3 Years) AUD205,933 - 300,096
Ireland (3 Years) €165,000
Malta (3 Years) €120,000
New Zealand (3 Years) NZD331,650
UK (2½ - 3 Years) GBP122,500 - 225,000
Disclaimer:
*The average total study duration varies with each partner university.
** An additional transfer fee applies.
***Overseas fees are indicative and subject to annual increase and currency exchange rate. Fees are exclusive of levy and bridging fee
#Effective 1 July 2025, the Malaysian Government has expanded the Sales and Service Tax (SST) to include private higher education services provided to international students. Please note that all fees listed on this website are exclusive of the 6% SST, which will be applied where applicable. Malaysian students are not affected by this tax.
Partner Universities
BACHELOR IN MEDICAL SCIENCES (Honours)
Do you know that you can obtain an additional degree by just adding 6 months to your medical degree? The degree that you will obtain is the Bachelor in Medical Sciences (Honours), an integrated degree commonly offered between the second and third years of a medical course with the aim to obtain in-depth understanding of research and areas of particular interest over the extended period. This degree will provide you with
- A unique opportunity to undertake research and learn new skills on literature searching, critical appraisal of literature, presentation skills, research design and analysis, technology advancement, scientific writing, critical thinking, analytical skills etc.
- Improved/better individual professional competencies in clinical practice and patient care.
- Increase your competitiveness in securing residency/F1 placement, jobs and specialisation especially in other countries such as Australia, UK and US.
- Strengthen interdisciplinary teamwork and opportunity to work alongside with non-medical professionals which will widen your horizons and perspectives on learning process.
- Better career prospects as additional points are given by selection panels for additional research qualification/degree, research experience and productivity such as publications and patents.
- A pathway for postgraduate studies to enhance your career and study options.
pre-medical micro-credential courses
recognition of degree
The IMU awards the Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery degree - MBBS (IMU) - to students upon completion of the IMU 5-year Medicine programme. This degree is recognised by the Malaysian Medical Council (MMC) and accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).
The degree is also recognised by:
• Sri Lanka Medical Council
• Maldives Medical and Dental Council
• The Medical Council of Thailand
The degree is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools.
The School of Medicine was granted 5-year accreditation (2021-2025) from Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) for its medicine programme in 2020.
The degree is also recognised by:
• Sri Lanka Medical Council
• Maldives Medical and Dental Council
• The Medical Council of Thailand
The degree is listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools.
The School of Medicine was granted 5-year accreditation (2021-2025) from Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) for its medicine programme in 2020.
Globally Benchmarked Curriculum with USMLE & UKMLA Preparation
The IMU medical curriculum is benchmarked against international standards and incorporates structured preparatory elements aligned with the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE Step 1) across Semesters 1 to 5. This enables students to begin early familiarisation with the examination format and foundational concepts relevant to those intending to pursue international licensing pathways, including the United States. In addition, students are exposed to UKMLA-style question banks and learning resources within the curriculum to enhance clinical reasoning and readiness for international assessment formats.
Our
ALUMNI
Since its establishment in 1992, the IMU University has been at the forefront of providing diverse educational opportunities to its students, with the credit transfer option being one of its most sought-after programs. Embracing a spirit of international collaboration and academic exchange, over 4000 students have made the momentous decision to embark on their educational journey at partner universities through the credit transfer program. This pathway has proved to be a gateway to a world of possibilities, allowing students to immerse themselves in new cultures, broaden their perspectives, and gain invaluable experiences beyond the confines of IMU's campus.
Hear What
our students say
FACULTY MEMBERS
SHARIFAH SULAIHA BINTI SYED AZNAL
Dean, School of Medicine
MBChB (Glasgow), M Med (O&G) (UKM), PGCert Med Edu (Dundee), AMM.
NILESH KUMAR MITRA
Dean, Teaching and Learning & Professor
MBBS, Masters, M.Ed
NAZIMAH BINTI IDRIS
Medical Director, IMU Healthcare
BMedSc (UKM), MD (UKM), MOG (UKM), MMed (Dundee), AM (Malaysia)
PROF DATO KEW SIANG TONG
Prof - Professor
MBBS (Sing.), FAMM, FAMS, FRCP (Lond), FRCP (Edin), FRCP (Glas), FRCPI, FACP (Hon), FRACP (Hon)
ASSOCIATE PROF PURUSHOTHAM KRISHNAPPA
Director, Healthcare - Clinical
MBBS (Ind), MD (Pathology) (Ind)
about imu
Welcome to IMU, where possibilities are limitless, and education knows no bounds.
Our journey of evolution started in 1992, when Malaysia's first global medical partnership programme was founded, reshaping Malaysia’s medical education landscape. This groundbreaking initiative gave Malaysian students the opportunity to begin their journey locally before venturing to one of five renowned Partner Medical Schools (PMS) across the globe. Since then, IMU has transcended its initial roots, establishing partnerships with over 35 esteemed universities worldwide—from Australia, Canada, China, Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom to the United States of America.
Today, we continue to push boundaries and go beyond the traditional confines of healthcare. At IMU, we believe that healthcare encompasses a broader spectrum of compassion, personalised care, and community well-being. Guided by the One Health vision, we embark on a paradigm shift, integrating human, animal, and environmental health into a unified approach.
With this progressive outlook, IMU is boldly expanding its repertoire of medical and health science programmes with non-science programmes, to encompass the dynamic intersections of human, animal, and environmental health.
With a progressive outlook, IMU is broadening its range of medical and health science programmes to include non-science programs. This expansion aims to cover the ever-evolving connections between human, animal, and environmental health.
Our new vision for the future underscores our dedication to transcend boundaries, inspire new possibilities, and empower the next generation of global leaders. We are here to elevate passion through the power of education, and help every dream become a reality.
Our journey of evolution started in 1992, when Malaysia's first global medical partnership programme was founded, reshaping Malaysia’s medical education landscape. This groundbreaking initiative gave Malaysian students the opportunity to begin their journey locally before venturing to one of five renowned Partner Medical Schools (PMS) across the globe. Since then, IMU has transcended its initial roots, establishing partnerships with over 35 esteemed universities worldwide—from Australia, Canada, China, Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom to the United States of America.
Today, we continue to push boundaries and go beyond the traditional confines of healthcare. At IMU, we believe that healthcare encompasses a broader spectrum of compassion, personalised care, and community well-being. Guided by the One Health vision, we embark on a paradigm shift, integrating human, animal, and environmental health into a unified approach.
With this progressive outlook, IMU is boldly expanding its repertoire of medical and health science programmes with non-science programmes, to encompass the dynamic intersections of human, animal, and environmental health.
With a progressive outlook, IMU is broadening its range of medical and health science programmes to include non-science programs. This expansion aims to cover the ever-evolving connections between human, animal, and environmental health.
Our new vision for the future underscores our dedication to transcend boundaries, inspire new possibilities, and empower the next generation of global leaders. We are here to elevate passion through the power of education, and help every dream become a reality.
About
MALAYSIA
Malaysia comprises two land masses in South East Asia – the Malay Peninsula and East Malaysia, which is the northern half of the island of Borneo. The Peninsula lies just above the equator, so Malaysia enjoys warm, sunny and humid equatorial weather all year round, with some months wetter than others.
Malaysia is a constitutional monarchy with thirteen states and a population of 28 million. Malay (Bahasa Malaysia) is the official language and Islam is the official religion. But English, Indian languages, Mandarin and Chinese dialects are widely spoken, as are languages of peoples indigenous to Borneo, which has unique ethnic communities of the Malaysian states of Sabah and Sarawak. Nowhere is there such an exciting diversity of cultures with their festivals, beliefs, customs and traditions.
With such varying ethnic composition, it is no surprise that a great diversity of religions is prevalent throughout Malaysia. The Malaysian currency is “RM” which stands for “Ringgit Malaysia”. The electricity voltage in Malaysia is 220- 240 volts.
Malaysia is a constitutional monarchy with thirteen states and a population of 28 million. Malay (Bahasa Malaysia) is the official language and Islam is the official religion. But English, Indian languages, Mandarin and Chinese dialects are widely spoken, as are languages of peoples indigenous to Borneo, which has unique ethnic communities of the Malaysian states of Sabah and Sarawak. Nowhere is there such an exciting diversity of cultures with their festivals, beliefs, customs and traditions.
With such varying ethnic composition, it is no surprise that a great diversity of religions is prevalent throughout Malaysia. The Malaysian currency is “RM” which stands for “Ringgit Malaysia”. The electricity voltage in Malaysia is 220- 240 volts.
ready to join IMU?
Take the first step by submitting your application through our Online Admissions Application portal. Choose your programme of interest, complete the required details, and upload the supporting documents to start the process.
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