Your Alternative Pathway to Medical Degree
Pre-Medical Foundation Year
The Pre-Medical (Pre-Med) Foundation Year (FY) is an alternative pathway in our Medicine programme. It consists of a series of stand-alone and integrated modules with a modularised assessment that equip students with a solid grounding in biomedical sciences.
Intake
Every September
Duration
9 Months
Fees
RM40,000 (Malaysian)
RM45,000 (International)
Course Structure
It is delivered in 2 semesters - Semester 1 (September to January) and Semester 2 (January to June), with each comprising:
Pass all modules for successful completion
Guaranteed pathway to RUMC’s Undergraduate Medicine Programme
A seamless integration into the Medicine programme, offering a unique transnational experience
Fees
International Students: RM45,000
| Malaysian Students | |
|---|---|
| Deposit Fee | RM5,000 |
| Remaining Fee (before commencing) | RM35,000 |
| Total | RM40,000 |
| International Students | |
|---|---|
| Deposit Fee | RM5,000 |
| Remaining Fee (before commencing) | RM40,000 |
| Total | RM45,000 |
- Application Fee (RM500)
- Security Deposit (RM1,000)
Please note that the security deposit is refundable upon completion.
Pre-requisites
Applying to Malaysia’s Public Sector?
Important Information for International Applicants:
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, before commencing medical studies.
This information is accurate at the time of publication. Please check the most up-to-date rules and regulations for eligibility to practice in India post-graduation with the National Medical Commission.
2. European Union (EU) Applicants:
RUMC CANNOT accept applicants who are eligible for the Central Applicants 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.
Programme Delivery
Each modules carry 5 credits.
Education Pathway
A firm offer will be provided upon the release of the final results.
Required Documentation
1. Photograph
2. Certified Copy of Birth Certificate, NRID/MyKad (Malaysians) and Passport Details Page (International)
3. Medical Report and Hepatitis B Blood Test Results
4. Confidential Statement
5. Final or Forecast Results from Current Pre-University Institution (i.e. A-Level, IB, AUSMAT, STPM etc)
6. IELTS / TOEFL / GCE O-Level (1119 English)
7. IGCSE / SPM Results
8. Curriculum Vitae (GV)
For mature students: University Transcript
Information is correct at time of printing / publication. RUMC reserves the right to amend the information without prior notice.
Pre-Medical Course Outline
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| Fundamental of Human Biology (5 credits) | Thermoregulation, Special Senses, Endocrine System, Reproductive System  (5 credits) |
| Fundamentals of Medicinal & Pharmaceutical Chemistry (5 credits) | Introduction to Health and Disease (5 credit) |
| Medical Applications of Physics (5 credits) | Medicinal & Pharmaceutical Chemistry II (5 credits) |
| Musculoskeletal System, Nervous System & Bioelectricity (5 credits) | Respiratory System, Gastrointestinal System (5 credits) |
| Communication and Professionalism in the Health Science 1 (5 credits) | Cardiovascular System, Biological Fluids, Renal Function (5 credits) |
| Communication and Professionalism in the Health Science 2Â (5 credits) | |
| Biomedical Laboratory Sciences (5 credits) | |
Contact Us
MS ZED ZURAIDA BINTI ZAMEL
WhatsApp: +6019-889 2801
Email: zed.zuraida@rcsiucd.edu.my
Ext. No.: 04-217 1833
MS PUSHPANJALI A/P RAJANDRAN
WhatsApp: +6012-486 2496
Email: r.pushpanjali@rcsiucd.edu.my
Ext. No.: 04-217 1836
MS NURUL AFIFAH BINTI ABDUL SAMAD
WhatsApp: +6019-842 4520
Email: a.nurul@rcsiucd.edu.my
Ext. No.: 04-217 1831