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Introduction

IMU University embarked on its journey in 1992 and introduced Malaysia’s first global medical partnership program, which allows students to experience a couple of countries during their studies by transferring to Partner Medical Schools. The university has 85 pathways with 40 universities around the globe. This is informed by its vision of building a better world through excellence in education, research, and innovation; hence, the use of an integrated approach in learning and global alliances to nourish professionals, scholars, and policy-makers. An esteemed faculty that is made up of world-renowned teachers, practitioners, and scientists is determined to drive the modern clinical, trade, and scientific knowledge. Hence, IMU University may serve as a perfect place for your higher education. Explore the courses/programs, fees, and scholarships to find a perfect one for you.

Awards and Recognitions for IMU University Malaysia

  • SETARA-2022, 6 Stars Rating (Highly Competitive), Mature University category
  • SETARA-2019, 6 Stars Rating (Highly Competitive), Mature University category
  • SETARA-2017, 6 Stars Rating (Outstanding), Mature University category
  • Royal Society of Chemistry, UK Accreditation
  • Institute of Biomedical Science Accreditation

Available Programs at IMU Malaysia

Pre-university Programs

Program NameTuition FeesEnglish RequirementsDuration
Foundation in ArtsRM30900 per yearTotal IELTS 5.0, TOEFL iBT 401 year
Foundation in ScienceRM30900 per yearTotal IELTS 5.0, or TOEFL iBT 401 year

[Note: Scholarships in the Foundation program, up to RM20,000 total]

Undergraduate Programs and Scholarships

 

Program NameTuition FeesAcademic RequirementsEnglish RequirementsDuration
BBARM126,000 total (50% Global Leadership Scholarship is offered)Overall, 75% marks or above in HSC IELTS 5.5, or TOEFL iBT 463 years
Business Administration with Healthcare and ManagementRM126,000 total (50% Global Leadership Scholarship is available)Overall, 75% marks or above in HSC IELTS 5.5, or TOEFL iBT 463 years
Digital HealthRM126,000 total (20% Global Leadership Scholarship is available)Overall, 75% marks or above in HSC IELTS 5.5, or TOEFL iBT 463 years
DentistryRM717,000 totalOverall 75% marks or above with 70% marks or above in Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics in HSCIELTS overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0, or PTE overall score of 635 years
Biomedical ScienceRM141,000 totalOverall, 75% marks or above in HSCOverall IELTS score of 5.5, or TOEFL iBT score of 463 years
Dietetics with NutritionRM216,000 totalOverall, 75% marks or above in HSCOverall IELTS score of 5.5, or TOEFL iBT score of 464 years
Food Science InnovationRM141,000 totalOverall, 75% marks or above in HSCOverall IELTS score of 5.5, or TOEFL iBT score of 463 years
Medical BiotechnologyRM141,000 totalOverall, 75% marks or above in HSCOverall IELTS score of 5.5, or TOEFL iBT score of 463 years
NursingRM99,000 totalOverall, 75% marks or above in HSCIELTS 5.54 years
NutritionRM 141,000 totalOverall, 75% marks or above in HSCOverall IELTS score of 5.5, or TOEFL iBT score of 463 years
MBBSRM672,500 totalOverall 75% marks or above with 70% marks or above in Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics in HSCIELTS overall score of 6.5, or PTE score of 635 years
Pharmaceutical ChemistryRM141,000 totalOverall, 75% marks or above in HSCOverall IELTS score of 5.5, or TOEFL iBT score of 463 years
PharmacyRM233,000 totalOverall, 75% marks or above in HSCIELTS overall score of 6.0 with no band less than 5.5, or PTE score of 594 years
Communication with Health126,000 (50% Global Leadership Scholarship is available)Overall, 75% marks or above in HSCIELTS overall score of 5.0, or TOEFL iBT score of 403 years
PsychologyRM114,000 totalOverall, 75% marks or above in HSCOverall IELTS score of 5.5, or TOEFL iBT score of 463 years
Bioveterinary SciencesRM222,750 totalOverall, 75% marks or above in HSCOverall IELTS score of 5.5, or TOEFL iBT score of 463 years

 

Postgraduate Programs

 

 

Program NameTuition FeesAcademic Requirements English RequirementsDuration
Master of Science in AcupunctureRM58,800 totalA Bachelor in Chinese Medicine, Medicine, Medical Sciences (MBBS only) or its equivalent with a minimum CGPA 2.50; not meeting CGPA 2.50, will be subjected to a minimum of 5 years of relevant working experience. IELTS overall score of 5.0, TOEFL iBT score of 421.5-3 years
Master of Business Administration in Healthcare ManagementRM66,700 total (early bird discount RM5000 is available)A Bachelor’s in the field or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 or equivalent; or with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment; a bachelor’s in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and relevant working experience, subject to rigorous internal assessment; without relevant working experience, subject to passing prerequisite courses. IELTS score of 6.0, or TOEFL iBT score 6015 months
Master’s in Health Informatics and AnalyticsRM52,000 totalA Bachelor’s in the field or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 or equivalent; or with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment; a bachelor’s in Non-Computing fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 can be subject to rigorous internal assessment.IELTS overall score of 5.5, or TOEFL iBT score of 461 year
Postgraduate Diploma in Diabetes Management and EducationRM27,900 totalRegistered Nurse / Assistant Medical Officer / Dietitian / Pharmacist / Physiotherapist / Clinical Psychologist / Podiatrist / Medical Practitioner with a Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline and a minimum CGPA of 2.50

AND Registered (if appropriate) with Nursing / Assistant Medical Officer / Pharmacy / Medical Practitioner Board of Malaysia or country of origin or its equivalent.

IELTS score of 5.0, TOEFL iBT score of 421-3 years
Master of Science in Public HealthRM52,000 totalA Bachelor’s in the field or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 or equivalent; or with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting a CGPA of 2.50, can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment.IELTS score of 5.0, TOEFL iBT score of 421 year
Master of Clinical PsychologyRM84,000 totalA Bachelor’s Degree of at least 3 years’ duration in Psychology or its equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.75; or not meeting CGPA of 2.75 (but not lower than 2.5) may be considered, subject to rigorous internal assessment. (Prospective candidates from a different field of study can reach out to IMU Admissions for more information)IELTS score of 5.0, TOEFL iBT score of 422 years
Master of CounsellingRM67500 totalA Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 or equivalent; or A Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 to 2.74, with or without prior industry experience, may be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment.IELTS score of 5.0, TOEFL iBT score of 422-5 years
Master of Science in Analytical and Pharmaceutical ChemistryRM55,900 totalA Bachelor’s in related discipline with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 or equivalent; or a minimum CGPA of 2.50, but not meeting cGPA 2.75, can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment; or with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting CGPA of 2.50, can be accepted subject to a minimum of 5 years working experience in the relevant field and rigorous internal assessment.IELTS score of 5.0, TOEFL iBT score of 421 year
Master’s in Health Professions EducationRM50,400 totalA Bachelor’s in the field or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 or equivalent; or with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting a CGPA of 2.50, can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment.IELTS score of 5.0, TOEFL iBT score of 422 years
Master of Science in Molecular MedicineRM52,000 totalA bachelor’s in a related field with a CGPA of 2.75; or a minimum 2.50 CGPA can be admitted on the grounds of rigorous internal assessment; or a minimum CGPA of 2.00 with 5 years of experience in relevant fields can also be admitted on the grounds of  rigorous internal assessmentIELTS score of 5.0, TOEFL iBT score of 421 year
Master’s in Pharmacy PracticeRM52,000 totalA bachelor’s in a related field with a CGPA of 2.75; or a minimum 2.50 CGPA can be admitted on the grounds of rigorous internal assessment; or a minimum CGPA of 2.00 with 5 years of experience in relevant fields can be admitted on the grounds of rigorous internal assessmentIELTS score of 5.0, TOEFL iBT score of 421 year
Master of Science in Medical and Health SciencesRM21,500 totalA bachelor’s in a related field with a CGPA of 2.75; or a minimum 2.50 CGPA can be admitted on the grounds of rigorous internal assessment; or a minimum CGPA of 2.00 with 5 years of experience in relevant fields can also be admitted on the grounds of  rigorous internal assessmentIELTS score of 5.0, TOEFL iBT score of 421 year

 

Executive Education Programs

Program NameTuition FeesDuration
Digital Leadership and Value Creation in HealthcareRM15,000 total5.5 days
Professional Certificate in Hospital Managementmay vary based on the number of modules 

 

Credit Transfer Program

IMU’s partnerships with prestigious universities worldwide have pioneered the concept of credit transfer, allowing students to earn dual degrees from both IMU and a partner university. An exceptional opportunity to explore a couple of countries while gaining a degree, as well as experiencing different educational environments and cultural diversity. Dual Degree programs are listed below-

 

LevelProgramInstitutionsStructure
UndergraduateBachelor of Science (Hons) in Biomedical ScienceIMU + Partner Universities1.5 years+1.5 years
UndergraduateBachelor of Chinese Medicine (Hons)IMU + Partner Universities3 + 2 years, or 2+ 2 years
UndergraduateBachelor of Business Administration with Healthcare Management (Hons)IMU + Partner Universities1+2 years
UndergraduateBachelor of Science (Hons) in ChiropracticIMU + Partner Universities3+2 years, or 2+3 years
UndergraduateBachelor of Dental SurgeryIMU + Partner Universities2.5+3 years, or 2.5+2.5 years
UndergraduateBachelor of Science (Hons) in Dietetics with NutritionIMU + Partner Universities2+2 years
UndergraduateBachelor of Applied Science (Hons) in Medical BiotechnologyIMU + Partner Universities1.5+2 years, or 3+1 years
UndergraduateBachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)IMU + Partner Universities2.5+2.5-3 years, or 2.5+3 years
UndergraduateBachelor of Science (Hons) in NutritionIMU + Partner Universities2+1 years
UndergraduateBachelor of Science (Hons) in Pharmaceutical ChemistryIMU + Partner Universities1+2 years
UndergraduateBachelor of Pharmacy (Hons)IMU + Partner Universities2+2 years
UndergraduateBachelor of Science (Hons) in PsychologyIMU + Partner Universities1.5+ 2 years, or 2+2 years

 

Industrial Partners

With numerous partners, accounting for 244, the University works to find creative solutions to challenges and bring the insights into the classroom. This collaboration is particularly maintained to improve research, education, and healthcare. Some industry partners’ names are mentioned below–

  1. 3M Healthcare Malaysia Sdn Bhd
  2. Academy for Silent Mentor
  3. Ace Canning Corporation Sdn Bhd
  4. Active Spine Care
  5. Agmo Studio Sdn Bhd
  6. AGTC Genomics
  7. Alpro Pharmacy
  8. AMPM Pharmacy
  9. Animal Medical Centre
  10. Awake Minds
  11. Beacon Precision Diagnostics
  12. Beacon Premier Wellness Sdn Bhd
  13. Biomark
  14. Biomed Global
  15. Bookdoc (Health4USolutions)
  16. CAH Malaysia
  17. Caring Pharmacy
  18. Cell AgriTech
  19. Chiropractic First Group
  20. Clinical Research Malaysia (CRM)
  21. CMH Specialist Hospital
  22. Colombia Asia Hospital
  23. Convemed
  24. Cryocord Sdn Bhd
  25. CSI Medical Research
  26. Dear Kyra Sdn Bhd
  27. Doc2Us
  28. Duopharma Biotech Berhad
  29. Elanco Malaysia Sdn Bhd
  30. EP Plus
  31. Eppendorf
  32. Eu Yan Sang
  33. Evo Performance Sdn Bhd
  34. Farm Fresh Berhad
  35. Genejunction
  36. Global Pets Sdn Bhd
  37. Green Wellness
  38. Greencom Nanotech Sdn Bhd
  39. HAN Neuro
  40. Hayat Technology
  41. Health Lane Family Pharmacy
  42. Health Metrics
  43. I-Care Pharmacy Sdn Bhd
  44. Imperial Medical Solutions
  45. IMU Healthcare
  46. Intercare
  47. JAYA Chiropractic
  48. Kiratech
  49. Malaysia Board of Technologists (MBOT)
  50. MERCY Malaysia

Partners University

  1. CQ University Australia
  2. Deakin University, Australia
  3. Flinders University, Australia
  4. Griffith University, Australia
  5. Macquarie University, Australia
  6. The University of Adelaide, Australia
  7. The University of Newcastle, Australia
  8. The University of Sydney
  9. The University of Western Australia, Australia
  10. UNSW Sydney, Australia
  11. University of Tasmania, Australia
  12. Western Sydney University, Australia
  13. Dalhousie University, Canada
  14. Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, China
  15. Queen Mary University of London, Malta
  16. University of Galway, Ireland
  17. University of Otago, New Zealand
  18. Health Sciences University, UK
  19. King’s College London, UK
  20. Queen Mary University of London, UK
  21. Queen’s University Belfast, UK
  22. University of Aberdeen, UK
  23. University of Birmingham, UK
  24. University of Buckingham, UK
  25. University of Central Lancashire, UK
  26. University of Dundee, UK
  27. The University of Edinburgh, UK
  28. University of Glasgow, UK
  29. University of Leeds, UK
  30. University of Liverpool, UK
  31. The University of Manchester, UK
  32. University of Nottingham, UK
  33. University of South Wales, Prifysgol De Cymru, UK
  34. University of Southampton, UK
  35. University of Strathclyde, UK

Accommodation

Marvellous accommodation facilities are available for international students around the world, 3.7km away from IMU Main Campus. Park Sky Residence, the accommodation, gives facilities including a swimming pool, gymnasium, spa, playground, multi-purpose hall, lift lobby, and a 24-hour security system. Rooms are thoughtfully furnished with necessary equipment, such as study tables, bookshelves, air-conditioners, wardrobes, dining tables, sofa sets, TV cabinets; kitchen and laundry are equipped with microwave, refrigerator, induction cooker, kettle, washing machine, a set of basic crockery, and a clothes drying rack. 

 

Application process of Accommodation–

  • After getting a Full Offer or Conditional Offer letter, students can apply for accommodation. 
  • After accepting an offer from the University, the IMU Visa Office will share a link to the application form to apply for accommodation. 
  • Students may choose between Room 1, which features an attached bathroom, and Room 2, which comes with a dedicated bathroom.  

If students don’t receive any response from the university one week after application, they should email accommodation@imu.edu.my

Final Thoughts

With IMU University Malaysia’s limitless possibilities and boundless educational opportunities, you can start your higher studies here to reshape your future and gain some groundbreaking achievements. If you are determined to achieve these goals, you can apply through Career Paths, an Authorized Agent of IMU University Malaysia and the most trusted and reliable Education Consultancy Firm in Bangladesh. It will make your journey smooth by completing all your tasks carefully regarding university admission and visa processing. We are transparent in every step and strictly follow ethical issues.

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