Skip to main content

MASTER OF SCIENCE (RECONSTRUCTIVE SCIENCE)

Introduction

The Master of Science (Reconstructive Science) is a full research programme focusing on advancing knowledge in the field of Reconstructive Science. The programme is designed to strengthen candidates' fundamental knowledge, develop specialised expertise, and enhance professional competencies through research and scientific inquiry.

Candidates are expected to acquire the knowledge and research skills necessary to contribute effectively as researchers, practitioners, and administrators in various areas of life sciences and healthcare. Graduates are well prepared for careers in healthcare, research institutions, academia, and the biomedical or biotechnology industries.

Admission requirement

A MBBS/MD or equivalent degree, BSc in Medical Sciences/Biotechnology/Biology/ Chemistry/Physics or other related fields from a recognised university.

A) CGPA of at least 2.75/4.00; or
B) CGPA of 2.50 - 2.74/4.00 with; or

  • Research experience – 1 year; or
  • Professional experience in related field- 1 year; or
  • One(1) academic publication in related field; or
  • Grade B for major/ elective courses; or
  • Grade B+ for final year project.

C) CGPA of 2.00 - 2.49/4.00 (Honours degree) with; or

  • Research experience - 5 years; or
  • Professional experience in related field - 5 years, AND
  • One (1) academic publications  in related field; or
  • Grade B for major/elective courses; or
  • Grade B+ for final year project.

Durations

Applications are throughout the year, students are encourage to align with the USM academic calendar which begins in September each year.

  • Full-time: Min 2 semesters/ Max 6 semesters
  • Part-time: Min 4 semesters/ Max 12 semesters

Information

Further information regarding the programme can be obtained from:

Dr Siti Fatimah Noor Mat Johar

Coordinator,

Reconstructive Sciences Unit,

School of Medical Sciences,

Universiti Sains Malaysia, Health Campus,

16150 Kubang Kerian, Kelantan, Malaysia.

Tel: (6)09-767 6894

Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

or;

Institute of Postgraduate Studies,

Health Campus,

Universiti Sains Malaysia,

16150 Kubang Kerian,

Kelantan Malaysia.

Tel: (6)09-767 6200/ (6)09-767 6053

https://medic.usm.my/postgraduate/welcome.html

Application

Application can be made at https://onlineips.usm.my/

 

MSc Students Graduated Under Reconstructive Sciences Programme

No.

Student’s Name

Thesis Title

Year Of Graduation

1.        

Nur Asiah Muhammad Nor

In Vitro Evaluation of Biomedic Grade Chitosan Derivatives on The Proliferation of Human Skin Fibroblasts

2008

2.        

Siti Nazmin Saifuddin

Biocompatbility and Angiogenesis Evaluation of Biomedical Grade Chitosan Derivatives Films in Rabbits

2009

3.        

Nurul Syazana Mohamad Shah

Expression in Vitro of TGF-B in Honey Treated Human Skin Fibroblasts

2011

4.        

Siti Mahirah Yusuf

The mRNA Expressions of Inducible Nitric Oxide (iNOS) and its Role in Tocotrienol-Rich Fraction (TRF) Treated Human Keratinocytes and Skin Fibroblasts in-Vitro in Normal and Hypertrophic Scar

2012

5.        

Nur Azida Mohd Nasir

Microbiological and Angiogenic Properties of Burn Injuries Treated with Tualang Honey versus Siver Based Dressings

2012

6.        

Noor Ayunie Mohamad

In vivo evaluations of angiogenic and anti-microbial properties of tualang honey using a full-thickness burn wound an animal model

2014

7.        

Azadeh Emami

Analysis of genetic Association of 19q13.1 and 18q21.1 Chromosomal Regions with keloid Scarring in Malay Population

2014

8.        

Norhayati Mohd Noor

Isolation of Hair Follicle Stem Cells (HFSCs) and Its Induction to Keratinocytes on Chitosan Scaffold

2016

9.        

Mohaini Mohamed

Growth of Human Keratinocytes Co-Culture with Human Adipose-Derived Stem cells Seeded on Porous Chitosan Scaffold

2017

10. 

Norlaily Hanifi

In Vitro and In Vivo Study of Primary Epidermal Allografts Versus Xenografts Transplanted on Full Thickness Wound in Rabbits

2021

11.

Rabiatul Adawiyah Mohamad Noor

Histochemical, Biochemical and Ultrastructural Assessments On Mitochondrial Functions In Patients With Non-Syndromic Cleft Lip

2024