Undergraduate Medicine

(MB BCh BAO)

(R3/721/6/0009) (06/28) (MQA/FA4397)

Studying medicine is one of the most rewarding pathways you can ever embark on.

As an aspiring doctor, your journey with us is beyond an ordinary quest for medical education and we will partner with you on that journey as we have done with nearly 2,000 graduates, since our establishment in 1996. The unique structure of our programme provides you with a holistic learning experience complemented by an integrated, systems-based approach to the study of medicine.

Why Study Medicine with Us?

Internationally-Recognised Irish Medical Education Delivered Transnationally

Receive the highest quality of biomedical science and pre-clinical training during your Pre-Clinical Years in Dublin (at either RCSI or UCD).

Broaden your horizon as you return to Penang to continue with your Clinical Years.
Attain an immersive experience with the Irish and international students throughout the programme.

Highly Cost-Effective Tuition and Return on Investment

Graduate with an Irish medical degree at a fraction of the cost with invaluable experience from Ireland.
Cost of living in Penang is significantly less than the living costs in Dublin.

High-Quality Clinical Training

Develop your clinical skills throughout your journey in Medicine at RUMC.
Get unrivalled access to high-quality training hospitals during your Clinical Years.

Our medical students are the only group training at the Penang General Hospital and Seberang Jaya Hospital during their Clinical Years.
Obtain a smooth transition into your housemanship years as you become adept with the Malaysian hospital system.

A Dream Come True.

An Immersive Experience from the Best of Both Worlds.

Our 5-year Medicine programme is delivered transnationally – beginning with comprehensive pre-clinical training in Dublin followed by extensive clinical training in Penang.

Pre-Clinical Years in Dublin

During your Pre-Clinical Years in Dublin, you will:

Gain knowledge about the medical sciences of anatomy (including anatomy dissection), biochemistry and physiology.
Learn about normal human systems and analyse illnesses and treatment strategies related to the systems.
Build a strong foundation in pathology, microbiology, and pharmacology.
Be exposed to professional clinical practice and interaction with patients.

Clinical Years in Penang

During Clinical Years in Penang, you will:

Obtain unrivalled access to practise over rotations in clinics and hospitals.
Establish a professional doctor-patient relationship and enhance patient-centred communication skill.
Acquire knowledge on performing physical examinations, taking patient histories and learn day-to-day duties in the hospital.

Fees

*A one-time immunisation fee up to 295 euro will be payable with first-year tuition fee.
*A one-time RCSI NUI fee of 135 euro will be payable.

Scholarships / Bursaries

We are committed to rewarding students of excellent academic achievements and have strong passion for the study of Medicine with our Scholarships.

Find out more about the available scholarships below.

Scholarships

If you are a Malaysian student looking to enrol into RUMC, you may be eligible for financial assistance, such as PTPTN, EPF and more.

Discover your funding options below.

Financial Assistance

a. HIGHER SCHOOL CERTIFICATE LEVEL OR ITS EQUIVALENT

STPM/ A-Level	ABB in: Biology Chemistry Mathematics or Physics
International Baccalaureate	36 points (including bonus points) with a minimum of 2 HL and 1 SL in 3 Science subjects AND attained a minimum score of 5 at Higher Level each in: Biology Chemistry
1. University Matriculation 2. Foundation in Science 3. Pre-Medical Course	CGPA 3.5 (out of 4.0) including 3 subjects: Biology Chemistry Mathematics or Physics providing the course is not less than 1 year in the same accredited institution AND 5B’s each in: Biology Chemistry Mathematics or Additional Mathematics Physics Another subject In SPM/O-Level or its equivalent
1. Canadian Pre-University 2. Canadian International Matriculation Program (CIMP/Canadian Grade 12/13) 3. Ontario Secondary School Diploma Grade 12	–
Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)	1 B3, 4 B4’s: Biology Chemistry Physics Mathematics or Additional Mathematics
1. Monash University Foundation Pre-University Programme (MUFY) 2. University of New South Wales (UNSW Foundation)	Aggregate or Average of 90% or the equivalent of B in any 3 subjects: Biology Chemistry Mathematics or Physics
1. Western Australia Curriculum Council 2. HSC Sydney Australia 3. Trinity College Foundation Studies 4. Australian Universities Foundation Programme 5. South Australian Matriculation (SAM) 6. Victoria Certificate of Education Australia (Year 12) 7. Australian Matriculation	93 ATAR provided the subjects include: Biology Chemistry Mathematics or Physics
Irish Leaving Certificate	465 points with 1 H2, 2 H3’s in 3 subjects: Biology Chemistry Mathematics or Physics
Indian Pre-University	Average of 90% in any 3 subjects with score of 75% and above in each individual subject: Biology Chemistry Mathematics or Physics *Applicants must hold a bona-fide certificate of completion issued by the CBSE or CISCE. Learn More Please note: At the time of publication, Indian nationals intending to practice in India at any stage in their medical career are required to sit the NEET examination in India and obtain a Certificate of Eligibility from the National Medical Commission of India, prior to commencing medical studies. This information is accurate at the time of going to print. Please check the most up to date rules and regulations re eligibility to practice in India post-graduation, with the National Medical Commission. Candidates applying with the IB Diploma or A Levels may be eligible for consideration for either the five or six-year entry route, depending on their final year subjects and grades (see IB Diploma and A Levels entry requirements)
1. National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) Level 3 2. New Zealand Bursary	Average of 90% in any 3 subjects: Biology Chemistry Mathematics or Physics
America High School Diploma	CGPA 3.50 (out of 4.0) with 3 Advanced Placements with minimum score of 4 in the following subjects: Biology Chemistry Mathematics or Physics
General Secondary Education Certificate (Tawjihi) Science stream 95% – Entry into RUMC Foundation in Science (FIS)	CGPA 3.5 (out of 4.0)
Thai Matayom 6	Entry via Foundation in Science
Vietnam High School	Entry via Foundation in Science
MSc, PhD in Science	CGPA 3.0 (out of 4.0) or above

b. DIPLOMAS AND DEGREES

Diploma in Health Sciences

CGPA 3.5 (out of 4.0) including 3 subjects:

Biology
Chemistry
Mathematics or Physics

provided the course is not less than 5 semesters or 2 1⁄2 years in the same accredited institution

AND

2B’s each in:

Biology
Chemistry

3C’s each in:

English
Mathematics or Additional Mathematics
Physics

In SPM/O-Levels or its equivalent

Bachelor Degree in Health or Pure Science or Applied Sciences

CGPA 3.2 (out of 4.0) or Upper Second Class Honours (2:1)

Bachelor Degree in the Art or Humanities

CGPA 3.5 (out of 4.0) or First Class Honours

**Applicants shall be required to pass an aptitude test and/or interview and/or a university entrance examination.

c. LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT

English Proficiency Test	Malaysian	International
1119 GCE-O / IGCSE First Language English	Minimum grade ‘B’	English Speaking Countries Exemption from sitting for IELTSNon- English Speaking Countries Require to sit for IELTS/PTE/TOEFL iBT
IELTS	Overall score of 6.5 with each component not less than 6.0
PTE Academic	Overall score of 58 with each component not less than 50
TOEFL iBT	Overall score of 80 with each component not less than 18

**Below are the list of countries which UK government classifies as majority native English speaking (https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/international/english-speaking-countries)

Antigua and Barbuda
Australia
The Bahamas
Barbados
Belize
Canada*
Dominica
Grenada
Guyana
Ireland
Jamaica
New Zealand
St Kitts and Nevis
St Lucia
St Vincent and the Grenadines
Trinidad and Tobago
United Kingdom
United States of America

Entry Requirement	Malaysian	International
Bahasa Malaysia (SPM)	Minimum grade ‘C’	Not Applicable

**Student who does not meet the criteria above is required to sit for the SPM BM paper and attain a minimum of grade ‘C’ before the completion of the RUMC Undergraduate Medicine programme.

What will you Study?

Throughout the 5-year Medicine programme, you will learn the fundamentals of basic and health sciences that focus on systems and skills, as outlined below.

Year 1-3 (Ireland)	Year 3-5 (Malaysia)
Systems: Cardiovascular Central Nervous System Gastrointestinal & Hepatology Genito-urinary Haematology Locomotor Renal, Endocrine & Breast Respiratory Psychology Sociology Tropical Medicine	Each system consists of: Anatomy Biochemistry Evidence-Based Medicine Genetics Introduction to Clinical Practice Microbiology Pathology Pharmacology Physics in Medicine Physiology Public Health & Epidemiology	Clinical Skills Communication Skills Medicine Surgery Orthopaedics Family Medicine Paediatrics Public Health Psychiatry Ear, Nose & Throat Forensic & Legal Medicine Obstetrics Ophthalmology Anaesthesiology Emergency Medicine Radiology Clinical Elective

Year 1-3
(Ireland)

Year 3-5
(Malaysia)

Systems:

Cardiovascular
Central Nervous System
Gastrointestinal & Hepatology
Genito-urinary
Haematology
Locomotor
Renal, Endocrine & Breast
Respiratory
Psychology
Sociology
Tropical Medicine

Each system consists of:

Anatomy
Biochemistry
Evidence-Based Medicine
Genetics
Introduction to Clinical Practice
Microbiology
Pathology
Pharmacology
Physics in Medicine
Physiology
Public Health & Epidemiology

Clinical Skills
Communication Skills
Medicine
Surgery
Orthopaedics
Family Medicine
Paediatrics
Public Health
Psychiatry
Ear, Nose & Throat
Forensic & Legal Medicine
Obstetrics
Ophthalmology
Anaesthesiology
Emergency Medicine
Radiology
Clinical Elective

Besides medical council registration, you will also receive strong support from our Alumni Relations and senior academic members to mentor and guide you towards your career pathway.

Our internationally-recognised degree provides you with diverse medical career opportunities that come with options to practise overseas such as in the US, UK, Ireland and more.