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Diploma in Medical and Health Sciences

Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL)

Program overview

The Diploma in Medical and Health Sciences program at UniKL University Malaysia prepares students to become Medical Assistants or Assistant Medical Officers. The program focuses on providing knowledge and skills in promoting health, diagnosing and managing illnesses, and delivering quality healthcare services. Graduates can pursue careers in public or private healthcare organizations. The program emphasizes values, professionalism, effective communication, teamwork, evidence-based practice, and lifelong learning.

Entry Requirement

SPM:

Pass in SPM or its equivalent with a minimum five (5) credits in the following subjects; Bahasa Melayu and two (2) credits in Science and Mathematics subjects (Biology/Chemistry/General Science/Mathematics/Additional Mathematics).

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g., UEC, Foundation, STAM, etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Future Careers

Graduates of this diploma may find employment as:

  • Government servant in hospital, health clinic, prison, detention centers (Pusat Serenti), PLKN or folks home.
  • Private sector such as offshore oil rigs (eg: Petronas/ Shell), estate plantation (eg: Guthrie)
  • Private specialist hospital
  • Tutors in MA Training colleges
  • Tutors in any health related education programmes.

Graduates will also be able to pursue further studies in Health Studies, Health Education and any health related fields.

Curriculum

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Among the courses offered

Semester 1

  • Anatomy & Physiology 1
  • Bioscience
  • Mircrobiology & Parasitology
  • Behavioral Science
  • Professional Development
  • Competency English
  • Pengajian Malaysia 2
  • Introduction to Entrepreneurship
  • Amalan Islam di Malaysia
  • Religious Practice in Malaysia
  • Culture and Lifestyle in Malaysia 1

Semester 2

  • Anatomy & Physiology 2
  • Medical 1
  • Surgical 1
  • Community Health 1
  • Nursing Science 1
  • Clinical Pharmacology 1
  • Communication English 1
  • Foreign Language 1

Semester 3

  • Medical 2
  • Surgical 2
  • Emergency Medicine 1
  • Community Health 2
  • Nursing Science 2
  • Foreign Language 2
  • Interpersonal Skill

Semester 4

  • Orthopedic
  • Emergency Medicine 2
  • Community Preventive Medicine
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology
  • Research Methodology
  • Communication English 2
  • Co-curriculum
  • Clinical Medical
  • Clinical Surgery
  • Clinical Pediatric

Semester 5

  • Clinical Emergency Department 1
  • Clinical Orthopedic
  • Clinical Ophthalmology
  • Clinical ENT
  • Clinical Psychiatric
  • Labour Room

Semester 6

  • Emergency Department 2
  • Community Health 1
  • Community Health 2
  • Operation Theater

Entry requirements

Diploma: high-school certificate or equivalent with suitable grades.

Typically IELTS 5 or equivalent (TOEFL / PTE). Some universities offer a preparatory English program if you haven't reached the score yet.

Exact requirements vary by program, and an English certificate such as IELTS or an equivalent may be required.

Career opportunities

  • Medical doctor
  • Dentist
  • Nurse
  • Allied health professional

Is this program right for you?

Send us your qualifications and we'll confirm your eligibility and next steps during your consultation.

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