MAHSA University Kuala Lumpur

MAHSA's MBBS programme isa 5-year programme. It is divided into 2 phases, phase 1 comprises years 1 and 2 and phase 2 years 3 to 5.

The PHASE 1 programme islargely conducted in the MAHSA University campus with some exposure to clinical medicine at Hospital Tanjung Karang. The PHASE 2 programme is the clinical phase and is almost entirely hospital and clinic based. The hospitals used are Hospital Sungai Buloh, Hospital Kuala Lumpur and Hospital Tanjung Karang. Students are also exposed to clinical training in major referral centers, community hospitals and primary care clinics.

The completion of this 5 year programme leads to a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degree. This programme is accredited by the MQA and is listed in the FAIMER WORLD DIRECTORY OF MEDICAL SCHOOLS.

Phase 1 spans 2 years. This is the preclinical phase of the programme and basic medical science are taught in organ-system blocks. There is also exposure to community medicine during this phase. Non-block modules such as Personal and Professional Development (PPD) and Early Clinical Exposure run across the two years to emphasise the relationship between basic medical sciences and clinical practice. There are two major examinations during Phase 1. The first is at the end of year1 and the second at the end of year 2.

Upon completion of Phase 1, the student will proceed to Phase 2 of the program which is the clinical phase. This phase covers year 3, 4 and 5. It is conducted at hospitals and health clinics designated as teaching centres for the faculty. The student will undergo rotational postings of 2 to 8 weeks in the disciplines outlined in the programme stucture. Students have to pass the Final Professional Examination at the end of year 5 to graduate. The MBBS programme is recognized by many countries including the Medical Council of India and The Medial Council of Thailand.

Eligibility

The applicant should be a graduate with biology, physics, chemistry and mathematics as main subjects with minimum 55% of mark.

Affiliations

The MBBS is approved and accredited by the:

• Malaysian Qualifications Agency
• Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia
• Medical Council Malaysia
• Ministry of Health, Malaysia
• WHO - World Health Organisation

Fee structure

The fees per year is Rs. 11,000,00

Hostel facilities

Hostels are available for both local and international students. Rooms with both a/c and non-a/c are available. The hostels are maintained clean.

Quality

The MBBS is designed in consultation with a panel of local and international experts, resulting in a highly sought after curriculum that combines theoretical learning and practical sessions in campus and hospitals.