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Admission

Admission

  • Application

    Application

    How to Apply

    To speed up the application process we advise you to apply online, through our website at the address provided below....

    Online Application


    When to Apply

    Applications for postgraduate studies are open throughtout the year with no closing dates but there are still cut-off date for coursework and mixed mode programmes which are as below:
    1st Semester (September Intake) - 15 June
    2nd Semester (February Intake) - 15 October

    It is important to check the cut-off date for the chosen programme. Applications received before the cut-off date will be processed promptly, whereas applications received after the cut-off date will be processed for the next intake.

    For research mode programme, application and registration can be anytime throughtout the year.

  • Language Requirement

    Language Requirement

    • The Bahasa Malaysia (LKM 100) course is compulsory for all international students and must be taken and passed prior to graduation.The requirement pass grade is C. Registration for this course can be made at the School of Languages, Literacies and Translation at the university within the candidature period.
       
    • A TOEFL score of min. 80 (Internet-Based) /IELTS Band 6.0/ grade in other equivalent examinations may be required for certain programmes.
      • *Candidates are advised not to send the TOEFL scores directly to USM on their own. Please make requests for ETS to send the score to us. USM's institutional TOEFL code is 8900.
         
    • Educational Testing Service (ETS)'s Website
       
    • English Language Requirement: A high level of English language proficiency is required by all programmes, to ensure that students derive better benefits from the programmes and syllabus provided. Evidence of English language proficiency must be submitted together with your application forms. For international students, a score of min. 80 (Internet-Based) in the TOEFL or IELTS Band 6 is required by almost all study programmes in USM.

  • Fast Track to a PhD

    Fast Track to a PhD

    Be on the Fast-Track to a PhD from a Bachelor’s Degree and get awarded with a USM Fellowship

    Applicants with a CGPA of 3.67 in their Bachelor’s degree can directly apply for PhD candidature through the following easy steps:

    1. Apply online at www.ips.usm.my. Click the Online Application Menu on the left panel of the website.
    2. Kindly enclose the following documents with the completed Application Form
      a) Two certified copies of degree scroll/certificates
      b) Two certified copies of academic transcripts
      c) Two certified copies of identity card /passport
      d) Comprehensive research proposal
      e) 4 passport-size, coloured photographs
    3. Send the Application Form to:
      Dean
      Institute of Postgraduate Studies
      Universiti Sains Malaysia
      11800 Penang,Malaysia
    If you have an outstanding academic background, you could be considered for the USM Fellowship during the first year of your study in Universiti Sains Malaysia.

    The Fellowship Covers:
    • Tuition Fees
    • Examination fees
    • Monthly Allowance

    Year Amount (RM)
    1st year RM2,100.00
    2nd year RM2,300.00
    3rd year RM2,500.00

    USM Fellowship is only applicable to applicants pursuing postgraduate studies in full time research mode in USM.
    Terms and Conditions Apply

  • Academic Grade Requirement

    Academic Grade Requirement

    Master

    Qualification : Bachelor degree (Honours)

    A) CGPA of at least 2.75
        Subject to additional requirement(s) by the School;

    OR,

    B) CGPA of 2.5 - 2.74

    1. Research experience – 1 year; or,
    2. Professional experience in related field- 1 year; or,
    3. Two (2) academic publications (journals, not proceeding(s) in related field; or,
    4. Grade B for major/ elective courses; or,
    5. Grade B+ for final year project;

    OR,

    C) CGPA of 2.00 - 2.49

    1. Research experience - 5 years or professional experience in related field - 5 years,and
    2. Two (2) academic publications (journal, not proceeding(s) in related field; or,
    3. Grade B for major / elective courses; or,
    4. Grade A- for final year project.


    Doctor of Philosophy

    I. Qualification: Master degree (Coursework or Mixed Mode)

    A) CGPA of at least 3.00;

    OR,

    B) CGPA of 2.75 - 2.99

    1. Research experience – 5 years; or,
    2. Professional experience in related field – 5 years; or,
    3. Two (2) academic publications (journals, not proceedings) in the field applied; or,
    4. Grade B for major/elective courses; or,
    5. Grade B+ for Coursework Mode or P for Mixed Mode dissertation/project; 

    OR,

    C) CGPA of 2.5 - 2.74

    1. Research experience – 5 years or professional experience in related field – 5 years;and,
    2. Two (2) academic publications (journals, not proceedings) in the field applied for; or,
    3. Grade A- for major/elective courses; or,
    4. Grade A for Coursework Mode or P for Mixed Mode dissertation/project;

    OR,

    II. Qualification: Master degree (Research Mode)

    OR,

    III. Qualification: Bachelor degree
           First class honours or CGPA of at least 3.67

  • International Academic Grade Guide

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Potential Supervisors

Lecturer Profile

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USM Student Ambassador

The Institute of Postgraduate Studies has initiated an interactive programme to bridge the University and the international student through the setting up of the USM Student Ambassador Programme in March, 2009.
 
This programme is specially designated to nurture further understanding of cultures among postgraduate students.
Student Ambassadors are expected to introduce the USM postgraduate life to their fellow countrymen via various activities and platforms.

Visit www.ips.usm.my/ambassador  to learn more about this programme, and get connected with your ambassadors .

Integrated

Integrated

The main objective of this Integrated Neuroscience Programme is to equip and train both local and international students with a limited neuroscience background who wish to build a career focus in this field for an independent research and teaching careers as brain scientists within a diverse inter-disciplinary fields.

  • Master of Neuroscience (M.Neurosc)

    Master of Neuroscience (M.Neurosc)

    Master of Neuroscience (M.Neurosc) / Doctor of Neuroscience (Neurosc.D)

    The main objective of this Integrated Neuroscience Programme is to equip and train both local and international students with a limited neuroscience background who wish to build a career focus in this field for an independent research and teaching careers as brain scientists within a diverse inter-disciplinary fields.

    Programme Overview:

    This Programme offers a unique access to the postgraduate fundamental neuroscience education and research training in Malaysia, based at the Department of Neurosciences, USM School of Medical Sciences. The integrated approach implies that candidates could progress from an initial Master of Neuroscience to a follow-through Doctor of Neuroscience (i.e. a unique ‘1+3’ track).This Master to Doctoral progress is subjected to meeting satisfactory overall achievements and passing a pre-doctoral assessment. The conferred final degree award, for Master of Neuroscience (M.Neurosc) or Doctor of Neuroscience (Neurosc.D), will depend upon the concluding level successfully fulfilled by candidates.

    As a ‘1+3’ track, candidates are expected to complete the Programme in 4 years as a whole, where for M.Neurosc (minimum: 1 year; maximum: 2 years), and for Neurosc.D (minimum: 3 years; maximum: 5 years). As a mixed-mode programme, the teaching and learning involve didactic classes (lectures and tutorials), coursework, seminars, laboratory placements, research project and a final thesis defense (20-30% coursework & 70-80% research).

    Programme and Degree(s) Structure:


    Admission Criteria:

    For entry into the Integrated Neuroscience Programme, applicants should have:

    • A Bachelor Degree (in Basic Sciences, Medical & Health Sciences or related fields) with a CGPA > 3.0 from a recognised institution, or
    • A Bachelor Degree in the fields stated above with CGPA < 3.0 but > 2.5 may also apply, provided this is supported by no less than 2 years research experience in the related fields, or had acquired a commendable grade (Grade A and equivalent) in the respective Bachelor Degree final year project.


    Additional admission notes for applicants:

    • At present, intakes are on a full-time basis only.
    • Foreign applicants are required to have a minimum score of 550 in TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or minimum score of 6.0 in IELTS (International English Language Testing System). Evidence for this must be submitted with the application form.
    • Subject to meeting the required admission criteria, applicants may be invited to a pre-admission interview to complete the application process


    Further information:
    Enquiries are welcome and be made to the Integrated Neuroscience Programme Coordinator, Assoc Prof Dr. M, Muzaimi (Tel: +6097676300 or email:mmuzaimi [AT] usm [DOT] my / usmneurosc [DOT] inp [AT] gmail [DOT] com)

    For expertise details at the School of Medical Sciences, visit www.medic.usm.my

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  • Doctor of Neuroscience (Neurosc.D)

    Doctor of Neuroscience (Neurosc.D)

    Master of Neuroscience (M.Neurosc) / Doctor of Neuroscience (Neurosc.D)

    The main objective of this Integrated Neuroscience Programme is to equip and train both local and international students with a limited neuroscience background who wish to build a career focus in this field for an independent research and teaching careers as brain scientists within a diverse inter-disciplinary fields.

    Programme Overview:

    This Programme offers a unique access to the postgraduate fundamental neuroscience education and research training in Malaysia, based at the Department of Neurosciences, USM School of Medical Sciences. The integrated approach implies that candidates could progress from an initial Master of Neuroscience to a follow-through Doctor of Neuroscience (i.e. a unique ‘1+3’ track).This Master to Doctoral progress is subjected to meeting satisfactory overall achievements and passing a pre-doctoral assessment. The conferred final degree award, for Master of Neuroscience (M.Neurosc) or Doctor of Neuroscience (Neurosc.D), will depend upon the concluding level successfully fulfilled by candidates.

    As a ‘1+3’ track, candidates are expected to complete the Programme in 4 years as a whole, where for M.Neurosc (minimum: 1 year; maximum: 2 years), and for Neurosc.D (minimum: 3 years; maximum: 5 years). As a mixed-mode programme, the teaching and learning involve didactic classes (lectures and tutorials), coursework, seminars, laboratory placements, research project and a final thesis defense (20-30% coursework & 70-80% research).

    Programme and Degree(s) Structure:



    Admission Criteria:

    For entry into the Integrated Neuroscience Programme, applicants should have:

    • A Bachelor Degree (in Basic Sciences, Medical & Health Sciences or related fields) with a CGPA > 3.0 from a recognised institution, or
    • A Bachelor Degree in the fields stated above with CGPA < 3.0 but > 2.5 may also apply, provided this is supported by no less than 2 years research experience in the related fields, or had acquired a commendable grade (Grade A and equivalent) in the respective Bachelor Degree final year project.


    Additional admission notes for applicants:

    • At present, intakes are on a full-time basis only.
    • Foreign applicants are required to have a minimum score of 550 in TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or minimum score of 6.0 in IELTS (International English Language Testing System). Evidence for this must be submitted with the application form.
    • Subject to meeting the required admission criteria, applicants may be invited to a pre-admission interview to complete the application process


    Further information:
    Enquiries are welcome and be made to the Integrated Neuroscience Programme Coordinator, Assoc Prof Dr. M, Muzaimi (Tel: +6097676300 or email:mmuzaimi [AT] usm [DOT] my / usmneurosc [DOT] inp [AT] gmail [DOT] com)

    For expertise details at the School of Medical Sciences, visit www.medic.usm.my

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Mixed Mode Programmes

MIXED MODE

  • Master of Science (Medical Statistic)

    Master of Science (Medical Statistic)

    The programme aims to provide knowledge and skills in the application of statistical methods to the design and analysis of health related research data. The course is designed to produce graduates in Medical Statistics with a strong capacity to work effectively as key members of a collaborative team to investigate health related problems. Successful graduates are expected to have a career as medical statisticians in academic institutions, research institutes or pharmaceutical industries.


    Course Structure

    Semester I (10 unit)

    • Basic Statistics

    • Intermediate Statistics

    • Principles of Epidemiology


    Semester II (10 unit)

    • Clinical Appraisal

    • Clinical Epidemiology


    Semester II (10 unit)

    • Research Methodology & Protocol Development

    • Advanced Statistics


    Semester III & IV

    • Research Project and Dissertation


    Expertise available in the following School:
    School of Medical Sciences
    www.medic.usm.my


    Admission Requirements
    Applicants should possess the following:

    • A MBBS/MD/BDS/BVS/BSc degree from a recognised university or any other relevant qualifications. However, an applicant who does not have the above qualifications can be considered for admission if he/she possesses suitable research experience in the relevant field


    Language Requirement

    (Applicable for International Applicants Only)

    The minimum score for each programme can be vary from the below list, candidates are required to check for each programme requirements.

    • A minimum score of 40 for TOEFL (Internet-based); or
    • A minimum of Band 7.5 for TOEFL Essentials (Online); or
    • A minimum of Band 5 for IELTS; or
    • A minimum score of 47 for PTE; or
    • A minimum score of 154 for Cambridge English (CAE/CPE); or
    • A minimum score of 154 for Linguaskill Online; or
    • A minimum of Band 3.5 for MUET

    Exemption is given to candidate if:

    • English is the candidate’s mother tongue or National Language; or
    • Candidate graduated from an Institution of Higher Learning in which the medium of instruction at Bachelor and/or Master degree level is English (statement of proof required)

    * Results must be attached with the application form.


    Duration

    • Full-time: Min 24 months / Max 36 month

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  • Master of Science (Medical Education)

    Master of Science (Medical Education)


    The course aims to contribute to the establishment of a pool of medical educationists who will be advising medical professionals and evaluating medical and allied health programmes at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels as well as increasing candidates' knowledge, skills and attitudes regarding medical education so as to increase their effectiveness as teachers or trainers in their respective institutions.

    It is also hoped that this programme will prepare potential candidates to carry out further responsibilities as academicians and do research, publish articles, as well as undertake academic administration and management.

    The course consists of 4 semesters. In the first 2 semesters, candidates will be full-time students undergoing coursework. A research project will be carried out in the third and fourth semesters in the candidate's individual home institutions.


    Programme Structure

    Semester I (10 units)

    Core Subjects

    • Introduction to Medical and Health Profession Education

    • Principles of Teaching and Learning in Medicine

    • Student Assessment in Medical Schools

    • Programme Evaluation and Planned Change Elective Subjects

    • Curriculum Planning and Development in Medical Schools

    • Trends in Educational Approaches for Medical and Health Sciences


    Semester II (10 units)

    • Organisation and Management

    • Educational Research Methods and Design in Medicaland Health Sciences

    • Development of Professional Skills in Medicine (Leadership and Faculty Development)

    • Learning Environments and Microteaching Skills in Medical Education


    Elective Subjects

    • Educational Psychology

    • Mentoring and Student Counselling

    • Introduction to Bioethics, Communication Skills, Medical Law


    Semester III & IV (20 units)
    Research Project


    Expertise available in the following School:
    School of Medical Sciences
    www.medic.usm.my


    Admission Requirements
    Applicants should possess the following:

    • A first degree in Medicine/Dentistry/Allied Health (e.g. MD, MBBS, MBBCh, BSc Dentistry/BSc Nursing) or other relevant degrees.

    • Foreign candidates are required to enroll and pass a Bahasa Malaysia course while doing this programme.

    • Applicants may be required to attend an interview or a pretest.

    • Applicants are also required, from time to time to fulfil other requirements of the university.


    Language Requirement

    (Applicable for International Applicants Only)

    The minimum score for each programme can be vary from the below list, candidates are required to check for each programme requirements.

    • A minimum score of 40 for TOEFL (Internet-based); or
    • A minimum of Band 7.5 for TOEFL Essentials (Online); or
    • A minimum of Band 5 for IELTS; or
    • A minimum score of 47 for PTE; or
    • A minimum score of 154 for Cambridge English (CAE/CPE); or
    • A minimum score of 154 for Linguaskill Online; or
    • A minimum of Band 3.5 for MUET

    Exemption is given to candidate if:

    • English is the candidate’s mother tongue or National Language; or
    • Candidate graduated from an Institution of Higher Learning in which the medium of instruction at Bachelor and/or Master degree level is English (statement of proof required)


    Duration

    • Full-time: Min 4 semesters / Max 6 semesters

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  • Master of Science (Clinical Anatomy)

    Master of Science (Clinical Anatomy)  

    Overview
    The main objective is to Produce master of science graduates in human anatomy that are knowledgeable, highly skilled, professional, ethical and able to contribute to national development. The programme consists of four semesters. The first two semesters consist of basic training in the form of lectures, presentations, practicals, online learning, assignments and student-directed learning. Candidates would be exposed to clinical anatomy content in these sessions. Research work and dissertation writing are to be carried out during the last two semesters. The course covers various anatomy subjects as mentioned in the course curriculum.


    Course Curriculum

    Semester I

    • Gross & Clinical Anatomy 1
    • Histology and Basic Genetics
    • Developmental Anatomy


    Semester II

    • Gross & Clinical Anatomy 2
    • Neuroanatomy and Clinical
    • Anatomy Education
    • Biostatistics


    Semester III and IV

    • Research and Dissertation


    Expertise available in the following School:
    School of Medical Sciences
    https://medic.usm.my/experts-ppsp

     

    Admission Requirements

    To enter the Master of Science (Clinical Anatomy) programme, the candidate must have one of the following qualifications:

    1. Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Bachelor of Dentistry or Bachelor of Veterinary Science from a local university or from a university approved by the University Senate
    2. A Bachelor's Degree containing human anatomy subjects such as Health Sciences, Biomedical, Pharmaceutical or its equivalent from local universities or from universities approved by the University Senate provided the following additional requirements are fulfilled:

      1. Obtained CGPA of more than 3.00 or CGPA of 2.75 to 3.00 with at least 3 years’ experience in relevant fields
      2. At least grade B in human anatomy subjects

     

    Language Requirements

    (Applicable for International Applicants Only)

    The minimum score for each programme can be vary from the below list, candidates are required to check for each programme requirements.

    • A minimum score of 40 for TOEFL (Internet-based); or
    • A minimum of Band 7.5 for TOEFL Essentials (Online); or
    • A minimum of Band 5 for IELTS; or
    • A minimum score of 47 for PTE; or
    • A minimum score of 154 for Cambridge English (CAE/CPE); or
    • A minimum score of 154 for Linguaskill Online; or
    • A minimum of Band 3.5 for MUET

    Exemption is given to candidate if:

    • English is the candidate’s mother tongue or National Language; or
    • Candidate graduated from an Institution of Higher Learning in which the medium of instruction at Bachelor and/or Master degree level is English (statement of proof required)

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  • Master of Neuroscience (Integrated Neuroscience Program) 

    Master of Neuroscience (Integrated Neuroscience Program)   

    The main objective of this Integrated Neuroscience Programme is to equip and train both local and international students with a limited neuroscience background who wish to build a career focus in this field for an independent research and teaching careers as brain scientists within a diverse inter-disciplinary fields.

    Programme Overview:

    This Programme offers a unique access to the postgraduate fundamental neuroscience education and research training in Malaysia, based at the Department of Neurosciences, USM School of Medical Sciences. The integrated approach implies that candidates could progress from an initial Master of Neuroscience to a follow-through Doctor of Neuroscience (i.e. a unique ‘1+3’ track).This Master to Doctoral progress is subjected to meeting satisfactory overall achievements and passing a pre-doctoral assessment. The conferred final degree award, for Master of Neuroscience (M.Neurosc) or Doctor of Neuroscience (Neurosc.D), will depend upon the concluding level successfully fulfilled by candidates.

    As a ‘1+3’ track, candidates are expected to complete the Programme in 4 years as a whole, where for M.Neurosc (minimum: 1 year; maximum: 2 years), and for Neurosc.D (minimum: 3 years; maximum: 5 years). As a mixed-mode programme, the teaching and learning involve didactic classes (lectures and tutorials), coursework, seminars, laboratory placements, research project and a final thesis defense (20-30% coursework & 70-80% research).

    Programme and Degree(s) Structure:


    Admission Criteria:

    For entry into the Integrated Neuroscience Programme, applicants should have:

    • A Bachelor Degree (in Basic Sciences, Medical & Health Sciences or related fields) with a CGPA > 3.0 from a recognised institution, or
    • A Bachelor Degree in the fields stated above with CGPA < 3.0/4 but > 2.5/4 may also apply, provided this is supported by no less than 2 years research experience in the related fields, or had acquired a commendable grade (Grade A and equivalent) in the respective Bachelor Degree final year project.


    Additional admission notes for applicants:

    • At present, intakes are on a full-time basis only.
    • Subject to meeting the required admission criteria, applicants may be invited to a pre-admission interview to complete the application process


    Further information:
    Enquiries are welcome and be made to the Integrated Neuroscience Programme Coordinator, Dr. Mohd Nasir Bin Che Mohd Yusoff (Tel: +6097676706 or email:nasirff [AT] usm [DOT] my / usmneurosc [DOT] inp [AT] gmail [DOT] com)

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  • Doctor of Public Health (Epidemiology)

    Doctor of Public Health (Epidemiology)


    The course aims to produce competent medical officer in the three specialized field of Family Health, Environmental & Occupational Health and Epidemiology. Graduated candidates in this programme will provide professional healthcare service to community and conduct research in public healthcare in the related fields mentioned.

    Major: Epidemiology

    Semester I (14 units)
    Public Health Epidemiology

    • Multivariable Analysis
    • Health Policy and Ethics
    • Prevention and Control of Non-Communicable Diseases
    • Prevention and Control of Communicable Diseases

    Semester II (11 units)

    • Advanced Numerical Data Analysis
    • Advanced Categorical Data Analysis
    • Clinical Epidemiology
    • Critical Appraisal
    • Special Issues in Epidemiology

    Semester III to IV (Year 2 and Year 3) (65 units)

    • Professional Posting
    • Research Project and Dissertation


    Expertise available in the following School:
    School of Medical Sciences
    www.medic.usm.my


    Admission Requirements
    Applicants should possess the following:

    • Master of Public Health with CGPA 3.0/4 and above
    • Master of Community Medicine


    Language Requirement

    (Applicable for International Applicants Only)

    The minimum score for each programme can be vary from the below list, candidates are required to check for each programme requirements.

    • A minimum score of 40 for TOEFL (Internet-based); or
    • A minimum of Band 7.5 for TOEFL Essentials (Online); or
    • A minimum of Band 5 for IELTS; or
    • A minimum score of 47 for PTE; or
    • A minimum score of 154 for Cambridge English (CAE/CPE); or
    • A minimum score of 154 for Linguaskill Online; or
    • A minimum of Band 3.5 for MUET

    Exemption is given to candidate if:

    • English is the candidate’s mother tongue or National Language; or
    • Candidate graduated from an Institution of Higher Learning in which the medium of instruction at Bachelor and/or Master degree level is English (statement of proof required)


    Duration

    • Full-time: Min 6 semesters / Max 10 semesters

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  • Doctor of Public Health (Family Health)

    Doctor of Public Health (Family Health)


    The course aims to produce competent medical officer in the three specialized field of Family Health, Environmental & Occupational Health and Epidemiology. Graduated candidates in this programme will provide professional healthcare service to community and conduct research in public healthcare in the related fields mentioned.

    Major: Family Health

    Semester I (13 units)

    • Public Health Epidemiology
    • Multivariable Analysis
    • Health Policy and Ethics
    • Maternal and Perinatal Health
    • Women’s Health


    Semester II (12 units)

    • Adolescent Health
    • Men’s Health
    • Geriatric Health
    • Child Health
    • Community Nutrition


    Semester III to IV (Year 2 and Year 3) (65 units)

    • Professional Posting
    • Research Project and Dissertation


    Expertise available in the following School:
    School of Medical Sciences
    www.medic.usm.my

    Admission Requirements
    Applicants should possess the following:

    • Master of Public Health with CGPA 3.0/4 and above
    • Master of Community Medicine


    Language Requirement

    (Applicable for International Applicants Only)

    The minimum score for each programme can be vary from the below list, candidates are required to check for each programme requirements.

    • A minimum score of 40 for TOEFL (Internet-based); or
    • A minimum of Band 7.5 for TOEFL Essentials (Online); or
    • A minimum of Band 5 for IELTS; or
    • A minimum score of 47 for PTE; or
    • A minimum score of 154 for Cambridge English (CAE/CPE); or
    • A minimum score of 154 for Linguaskill Online; or
    • A minimum of Band 3.5 for MUET

    Exemption is given to candidate if:

    • English is the candidate’s mother tongue or National Language; or
    • Candidate graduated from an Institution of Higher Learning in which the medium of instruction at Bachelor and/or Master degree level is English (statement of proof required)


    Duration

    • Full-time: Min 6 semesters / Max 10 semesters

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  • Doctor of Public Health (Environmental Health and Occupational)

    Doctor of Public Health (Environmental Health and Occupational)


    The course aims to produce competent medical officer in the three specialized field of Family Health, Environmental & Occupational Health and Epidemiology. Graduated candidates in this programme will provide professional healthcare service to community and conduct research in public healthcare in the related fields mentioned.

    Major: Environmental & Occupational Health

    Semester I (12 units)

    • Public Health Epidemiology
    • Multivariable Analysis
    • Health Policy and Ethics
    • Environmental Epidemiology and Sustainability
    • Occupational Safety & Health Laws, Agencies and Management

    Semester II (13 units)

    • Principles of Environmental Health Sanitation, Engineering and Management
    • Occupation Epidemiology, Statistics and Information Technology
    • Food Safety and Air Quality
    • Occupational Safety, Hygiene and Workplace Environmental Issues
    • Environment Health Assessment, Related Legislations and Health Issues
    • Occupational Safety & Health Service Implementation
    • Preventive and Curative

    Semester III to IV (Year 2 and Year 3) (65 units)

    • Professional Posting
    • Research Project and Dissertation


    Expertise available in the following School:
    School of Medical Sciences
    www.medic.usm.my

    Admission Requirements
    Applicants should possess the following:

    • Master of Public Health with CGPA 3.0/4 and above
    • Master of Community Medicine


    Language Requirement

    (Applicable for International Applicants Only)

    The minimum score for each programme can be vary from the below list, candidates are required to check for each programme requirements.

    • A minimum score of 40 for TOEFL (Internet-based); or
    • A minimum of Band 7.5 for TOEFL Essentials (Online); or
    • A minimum of Band 5 for IELTS; or
    • A minimum score of 47 for PTE; or
    • A minimum score of 154 for Cambridge English (CAE/CPE); or
    • A minimum score of 154 for Linguaskill Online; or
    • A minimum of Band 3.5 for MUET

    Exemption is given to candidate if:

    • English is the candidate’s mother tongue or National Language; or
    • Candidate graduated from an Institution of Higher Learning in which the medium of instruction at Bachelor and/or Master degree level is English (statement of proof required)


    Duration

    • Full-time: Min 6 semesters / Max 10 semesters

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  • Doctor of Public Health (Health System Management)

    Doctor of Public Health (Health System Management)

    The Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) in Health System Management (HSM) is a professional graduate programme in the field of Public Health. It is established to train Community Medicine Specialists/Public Health Specialists who are knowledgeable and skilful in the speciality of Health System Management. The thrust of the programme is the professional development of candidates, i.e. strengthening their abilities to solve community health problem while enhancing their competencies in conducting research.

    The programme is divided into two parts:

    1. Part 1 (Year 1) consists of course work
    2. Part 2 (Year 2 and 3) consists of a research project and field attachment

    Programme Structure for the Doctorate of Public Health (DrPH)

     

    YEAR

    COURSE

    UNIT

    YEAR 1

    COURSE WORK

    		  
     

    Core Courses

    8
     

    Speciality Courses

    17

    TOTAL FOR COURSE WORK

    25
     

    YEAR 2

    RESEARCH

    		  
     

    Doctor of Public Health Research Proposal

    15
     

    Doctor of Public Health Dissertation

    50
     

    Field Attachment

    -
     

    YEAR 3

    RESEARCH

    		  
     

    Field Attachment

    -
     

    Doctor of Public Health Dissertation (continue)

    -

    TOTAL FOR RESEARCH

    65
     

    TOTAL FOR GRADUATION

    90

    The core courses are Public Health Epidemiology, Multivariable Analysis, and Health Policy and Ethics. These are compulsory for all candidates, irrespective of their chosen speciality. The structure for speciality courses may vary between specialities and are divided across two semesters.

    Specialty of Health System Management

     

    COURSE

    COURSE TYPE

    UNIT

    YEAR 1

    		      

    SEPT - JAN

    SEMESTER 1

    		    

    1 week

    Registration and Orientation

    		    

    Teaching (14 weeks)

    CORE COURSES

    		    

    1. Public Health Epidemiology

    Core

    3

    2. Multivariable Analysis

    Core

    3

    3. Health Policy and Ethics

    Core

    2
     

    SPECIALITY COURSES

    		    

    4. Managing Organizational Change

    Core

    2

    5. Health Management Information System

    Core

    2
     

    1 week

    Revision Week

    		    

    3 weeks

    Semester Exam

    		    

    4 weeks

    Semester Break

    		    

    FEB – JUN

    SEMESTER 2

    		    

    Teaching (14 weeks)

    6. Risk Management and Patient Safety

    Core

    2

    7. Quality Management in Health Care System

    Core

    2

    8.   Health Financing

    Core

    3

    9. Hospital Management

    Core

    3

    10. Health Economics

    Core

    3
     

    1 week

    Revision Week

    		    

    3 weeks

    Semester Exam

    		    

    10 weeks

    Semester Break

    		    

    TOTAL

    25

    YEAR 2

    (Semester 3 & 4)

    Doctor of Public Health Research Proposal

    		  

    15

    Doctor of Public Health Dissertation

    		  

    -

    Field Attachment

    		    
     

    YEAR 3

    (Semester 5 & 6)

    Field Attachment

    		  

    -

    Doctor of Public Health Dissertation

    		  

    50

    TOTAL

    65

    TOTAL FOR GRADUATION

    		  

    90



    Admission Requirements

    Applicants should possess the following:

    • Master of Public Health with CGPA 3.20/4.00 and above; or
    • Master of Community Medicine


    Language Requirement

    (Applicable for International Applicants Only)

    The minimum score for each programme can be vary from the below list, candidates are required to check for each programme requirements.

    • A minimum score of 40 for TOEFL (Internet-based); or
    • A minimum of Band 7.5 for TOEFL Essentials (Online); or
    • A minimum of Band 5 for IELTS; or
    • A minimum score of 47 for PTE; or
    • A minimum score of 154 for Cambridge English (CAE/CPE); or
    • A minimum score of 154 for Linguaskill Online; or
    • A minimum of Band 3.5 for MUET

    Exemption is given to candidate if:

    • English is the candidate’s mother tongue or National Language; or
    • Candidate graduated from an Institution of Higher Learning in which the medium of instruction at Bachelor and/or Master degree level is English (statement of proof required)


    Duration

    • Full-time: Min 6 semesters / Max 10 semesters

    PEO-IEG Maping

    Apply Now!: http://onlineips.usm.my/admission/
    Check Application Status: http://webapps.usm.my/ips/kemasukan/app_status.asp

     

  • Doctor of Neuroscience (NEUROSC.D)

    DOCTOR OF NEUROSCIENCE (NEUROSC.D)

    Doctor of Neuroscience (Neurosc.D)

    The main objective of this Integrated Neuroscience Programme is to equip and train both local and international students with a limited neuroscience background who wish to build a career focus in this field for an independent research and teaching careers as brain scientists within a diverse inter-disciplinary fields.

    Programme Overview:

    This Programme offers a unique access to the postgraduate fundamental neuroscience education and research training in Malaysia, based at the Department of Neurosciences, USM School of Medical Sciences. The integrated approach implies that candidates could progress from an initial Master of Neuroscience to a follow-through Doctor of Neuroscience (i.e. a unique ‘1+3’ track).This Master to Doctoral progress is subjected to meeting satisfactory overall achievements and passing a pre-doctoral assessment. The conferred final degree award, for Master of Neuroscience (M.Neurosc) or Doctor of Neuroscience (Neurosc.D), will depend upon the concluding level successfully fulfilled by candidates.

    As a ‘1+3’ track, candidates are expected to complete the Programme in 4 years as a whole, where for M.Neurosc (minimum: 1 year; maximum: 2 years), and for Neurosc.D (minimum: 3 years; maximum: 5 years). As a mixed-mode programme, the teaching and learning involve didactic classes (lectures and tutorials), coursework, seminars, laboratory placements, research project and a final thesis defense (20-30% coursework & 70-80% research).

    Programme and Degree(s) Structure:



    Admission Criteria:

    For entry into the Integrated Neuroscience Programme, applicants should have:

    • A Bachelor Degree (in Basic Sciences, Medical & Health Sciences or related fields) with a CGPA > 3.0 from a recognised institution, or
    • A Bachelor Degree in the fields stated above with CGPA < 3.0 but > 2.5 may also apply, provided this is supported by no less than 2 years research experience in the related fields, or had acquired a commendable grade (Grade A and equivalent) in the respective Bachelor Degree final year project.


    Additional admission notes for applicants:

    • At present, intakes are on a full-time basis only.
    • Subject to meeting the required admission criteria, applicants may be invited to a pre-admission interview to complete the application process


    Further information:
    Enquiries are welcome and be made to the Integrated Neuroscience Programme Coordinator, Dr. Mohd Nasir Bin Che Mohd Yusoff (Tel: +6097676706 or email:nasirff [AT] usm [DOT] my / usmneurosc [DOT] inp [AT] gmail [DOT] com)

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