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Medical Programme

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 Achievement

#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

KEY FACTS

at IMU

  • DEGREE
MBBS (IMU)
  • COMMENCEMENT
February & September
  • TOTAL DURATION
5 Years
  • TOTAL TUITION FEE
RM597,500 (Malaysian)
RM672,500 (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)**
RM298,750 (Malaysian)
RM336,250 (International)#

At Partner University*
Australia (2½ - 3 Years) AUD187,500 - 262,080
Malta (3 Years) €112,500
New Zealand (3 Years) NZD303,708
UK (2½ - 3 Years) GBP106,750 - 202,500

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.
Discover Our

ALUMNI STORY

"For Dr Choo Wai Sun, receiving the IMU Alumni Award 2025 is a deeply meaningful recognition that feels like a homecoming. Initially aspiring to be an engineer, he discovered his true passion for medicine during his A-levels. Despite financial challenges, a scholarship to IMC (now IMU) in 1996 and the launch of IMU’s local medical programme during the 1998 Asian financial crisis enabled him to pursue his dream. Graduating with Distinction in 2002 and receiving the John Bosco Gold Medal, Dr Choo credits IMU for laying the strong foundation that continues to guide his career as a respected cardiologist..." Read More
Dr Choo Wai Sun
"Chen Xiao Xuan was warned that the journey through Medicine would be challenging—and it truly was. There were countless moments of self-doubt, but also unforgettable memories and growth. She still recall the excitement of receiving their first stethoscopes and listening to their own heartbeats, a symbolic beginning to our medical journey. One of the most affirming moments came in her final year, when a patient praised my ability to take her history and conduct an examination, telling her how comfortable and at ease she felt. Her kind words dissolved my insecurities, replacing them with renewed confidence and joy..." Read More
Chen Xiao Xuan
"Dr Leong Keen Wai’s journey from IMU’s classrooms and sports fields to the high-stakes world of Emergency Medicine is both inspiring and impactful. He fondly recalled his active student life, participating in IMU Cup sports like rugby, cheerleading, football, basketball, and volleyball—experiences that built the resilience and agility vital to his profession. His passion for Emergency Medicine began with an early interest in pre-hospital care, including ambulance training, and grew into a commitment to emergency response and disaster preparedness. Dr Leong credits IMU’s rigorous training for preparing him to thrive in high-pressure environments, echoing the reputation of IMU graduates for being well-prepared and proactive during Housemanship..." Read More
Dr Leong Keen Wai
Every experience in medical school has been priceless, from adopting bedside manners, learning about a patient’s most vulnerable moments through a listening ear, to having the opportunity to perform procedures and examinations on them. When I learned that I had passed my final exams in semester 10 with distinction, I reflected on how crucial the support of friends, peers, and patients was to this achievement.
Jasmine Chee Hui MingIMU MBBS graduate
I wouldn’t be who I am today without the support of my mentors. From Mr Parkash, who supported me during my Foundation in Science years, to Dr Heethal, who played a pivotal role in my preclinical years in Bukit Jalil, each one of them left an indelible mark on my journey. During my clinical years, I was fortunate to be mentored by A/Prof Zairul Nizam and Dr Khine Khine Lwin, who guided me with their wealth of knowledge and wisdom. I am also immensely thankful to A/Prof Arshad Ikram, Prof Lim Kean Ghee, A/Prof Ismail Burud, and so many other lecturers who consistently went above and beyond to help me grow, both academically and personally. Their guidance has shaped the doctor I am becoming, and I am forever grateful to them.
Siow Jo AnnIMU Graduate
The university life was an interesting experience in itself. Social aspects aside, the learning aspect was something that was aligned with my views. The first 2.5 years are pre-clinical years. Besides lectures, it had Problem-Based Learning sessions, where we would be encouraged to discuss a problem and learn about it from each other. We also had the clinical classes which was our introduction and early preparation for the clinical years. The one thing I have always liked about IMU is the fact that we get a lot of clinical exposure. I have taken history and done physical examination a lot – it becomes natural to me. This will come in handy once you start housemanship.
Mohamed RashadIMU Graduate
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.

Dr Nilesh

NILESH KUMAR MITRA

Dean, Teaching and Learning & Professor

MBBS, Masters, M.Ed

Nazimah Binti Idris

NAZIMAH BINTI IDRIS

Medical Director, IMU Healthcare

BMedSc (UKM), MD (UKM), MOG (UKM), MMed (Dundee), AM (Malaysia)

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