Universiti Malaya

Bachelor in MBBS

Malaysia Taught in English Open to international students

Introduction

Universiti Malaya (UM), established in 1949 and located in Kuala Lumpur, is Malaysia’s oldest and most respected university. With a student community of over 17,000 including more than 1,600 international learners, UM blends long-standing academic traditions with contemporary research and innovation. Programmes span arts, sciences, engineering, business, medicine and law, taught by a diverse faculty that brings scholarly depth and practical industry experience to the classroom.

The campus provides modern laboratories, interdisciplinary research centres and innovation facilities that support hands-on learning and entrepreneurship. UM emphasizes global perspectives and societal impact, offering exchange opportunities, internships and community-engaged research projects that prepare students for international careers. Robust student services include academic advising, career development, language support and wellbeing resources designed to help international students settle quickly and thrive.

Prospective students will find clear pathways for postgraduate study, research collaboration and professional development alongside a supportive campus culture. Living in Kuala Lumpur offers affordability, rich cultural diversity and easy regional travel, making UM an attractive base for international study in Southeast Asia. For students seeking rigorous academics, active research opportunities and a connected campus community, Universiti Malaya offers a balanced environment for personal growth and a strong foundation for future careers.

About the Program

The Bachelor in MBBS at Universiti Malaya is a 5-year undergraduate medical degree for students who want to become doctors. It's taught in English and takes place on campus in Malaysia.

The curriculum includes clinical experience, research opportunities, and elective placements. You'll develop skills like patient care, medical research, and communication. The program also provides hands-on experience through clinical practice years.

After graduating, you can work as a Medical Officer, Surgeon, or General Practitioner. You can also work in hospitals, clinics, or research institutions. Other possible job titles include Medical Researcher or Public Health Specialist.

Tuition in Context

This program's tuition is 20% above the typical bachelor's in Malaysia.

Median tuition for that cohort is 26,383 USD, across 147 programs in our catalog.

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English Test Requirement

This program asks for IELTS 5.5-6.0. Here's what that's worth on the other tests universities accept, based on the official concordance tables:

TOEFL iBT
46–59
PTE Academic
42–49
Duolingo
85–95
CEFR level
B1/B2
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Equivalences are approximate — confirm the exact test and score the program accepts.

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