An Immersive Experience from the Best of Both Worlds.
Envision a medical education that enriches your understanding and skills on a global scale. Our 5-year Medicine programme is delivered transnationally – beginning with comprehensive pre-clinical training in Dublin and completing your medical course with extensive clinical training in Penang.
This unique transnational approach to medical education brings together the strengths of two distinct locations, providing you with a holistic perspective that prepares you to excel in a rapidly evolving global healthcare landscape. The fusion of pre-clinical training in Dublin’s academic hub and clinical training centres in Penang allow you to graduate not only with an internationally-recognised medical degree, but also with a wealth of experience that shape you into a well-rounded medical professional.
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.
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
Fees Schedule – Malaysian Students Fees Schedule – International Students
The fees reflect fluctuating exchange rates and are correct at the time of printing. RUMC reserves the right to make changes to the fees without prior notice.
*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.
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.
a. HIGHER SCHOOL CERTIFICATE LEVEL OR ITS EQUIVALENT
b. DIPLOMAS AND DEGREES
**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 |
|---|---|---|
| (until SPM 2020)
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 |
| (from SPM 2021)
The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) |
Minimum grade ‘C1’ | 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 | |
English 1119 no longer accepted with effect from 13 April 2023.
**Below are the list of countries which the 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) | Grade ‘E’ (Pass) | 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 ‘E’ (Pass) before the completion of the RUMC Undergraduate Medicine programme.
Attention applicants from the European Union (EU):
Please note that as a general rule, RUMC is not able to accept applicants who are eligible for the Central Applications Office (CAO). However, we do review applicants on a case-to-case basis. For more information or clarification, please get in touch with our education counsellors.
What will you Study?
Our unique Medicine programme offers you the very best opportunities to gain an international medical degree whilst having unrivalled access to Malaysian clinical practice. We offer a modern systems-based approach to studying medicine, where all main areas of medical study will be covered to ensure you have the highest quality of medical education.
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.
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.
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Certified copy of Birth Certificate, NRID/MyKad (Malaysians) and Passport Details Page (International)
Medical screening checklist (bring along to Dublin) RUMC Medical Screening Checklist
Final or Forecast Results from Current Pre-University Institution (i.e A-Level, IB, AUSMAT, STPM etc)
IELTS/ TOEFL/GCE O-Level (1119 English)
IGCSE/ SPM Results
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
FOR MATURE STUDENTS: Also University Transcript
Progression Pathway
