Program Overview
The Dental Public Health at Universiti Sains Malaysia is a Master programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Dental Public Health programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Malaysia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 3,933 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 2,245 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: George Town, Malaysia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Dental Public Health programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Fundamentals of Dental Public Health
- Epidemiology of Oral Diseases and Conditions
- Prevention of Oral Diseases
- Research Methods
- Oral Health Promotion
- Biostatistics
- Current Issues in Oral Health Care
- Management of Oral Health Care and Services
- Research Project
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements:
Applicants should possess the following:- An MD, MBBS, MBCHB or its equivalent degree from a recognised university and registered with Malaysian Medical Council.
- Minimum 2 years experience after graduation, either in hospitals or other institutions. Priority will be given to applicants possessing working experience in the field of Public Health.
- A pplicants may be required to attend an interview or a pretest.
- In good mental and physical condition.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 3,933 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 2,245 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 3,933 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 2,245 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Universiti Sains Malaysia directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Universiti Sains Malaysia
Universiti Sains Malaysia
George Town, Malaysia
Universiti Sains Malaysia(Malayfor'Malaysia Science University',abbreviated asUSM) is a public research university inMalaysia. Founded on 1 June 1969 as a statutory body with its own constitution,...
University Profile- Application Deadline Jun, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
