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Newcastle University Medicine Malaysia (NUMed)

Newcastle University Medicine Malaysia (NUMed)

Johor, Malaysia

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$16,037 avg. yearly fee
Malaysia

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Summary

Newcastle University Medicine Malaysia (NUMed) is an international branch campus of Newcastle University, UK, established in 2011 in Iskandar Puteri, Johor. As the first and only UK medical education provider in Malaysia, NUMed offers undergraduate degrees in medicine (MBBS) and biomedical science, as well as a foundation programme. The curriculum and study courses are identical to those provided in the UK, leading to awards conferred by Newcastle University, UK. NUMed's MBBS degree is uniquely recognized by both the Malaysian Medical Council (MMC) and the General Medical Council (GMC), UK. The university provides students with a prestigious British-style medical education within Malaysia, combining high-quality teaching, learning experiences, and research opportunities. NUMed's goal is to produce graduates fit to practice as doctors according to professional standards set by both UK and Malaysian medical councils. With its state-of-the-art facilities and expert faculty, NUMed offers a world-class medical education experience at a lower cost compared to studying in the UK[1][2][4].

Admissions

  • Admission to NUMed requires satisfying academic, English language proficiency, and age requirements
  • For the MBBS programme, students need recognized pre-university qualifications
  • NUMed's Foundation programme graduates need a CGPA of 3.50 and specific subject grades
  • Selection is based on pre-university exam results, performance in the Medical Student Interview, and English proficiency
  • For the BSc Biomedical Sciences, a CGPA of 3.00 and specific subject grades in the Foundation programme are required
  • Detailed requirements are available on the NUMed website[5][6].

Academic Strengths

  • Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) programme
  • BSc (Honours) Biomedical Sciences
  • Foundation in Biological and Biomedical Sciences
  • Clinical training in government hospitals and community clinics
  • Research opportunities in various medical fields
  • Identical curriculum to Newcastle University UK
  • Recognition by both UK and Malaysian medical councils

Campus Life

NUMed's custom-built 13-acre campus in Iskandar Puteri offers state-of-the-art facilities for medical education. The campus features modern lecture halls, laboratories, and a replica of Newcastle's Bell's Court building. Students enjoy a multinational, multi-ethnic, and multicultural environment. The university provides managed student accommodation and a shuttle bus service connecting to nearby amenities. Located within EduCity, students have access to various shops, eateries, and entertainment options. The campus design promotes social interaction and a enriched lifestyle, making it a benchmark for other international campuses[3][4].

Historical Facts

  • Established in 2011 as the first UK medical education provider in Malaysia
  • Part of Newcastle University, which has a medical education heritage dating back to 1834
  • Became the 'anchor tenant' within EduCity in Iskandar Puteri
  • First cohort of MBBS graduates in January 2018
  • Introduced Foundation in Biological and Biomedical Sciences programme in 2016

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Key Information

LocationJohor, Malaysia
Courses3
Yearly Average Fee$16,037

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