Program Overview
The Public Health (MPH) at University of Malaya is a Master programme in Medicine & Health Sciences, 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 Public Health (MPH) 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 3,489 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 1,872 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Public Health (MPH) 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
- Principles and Methods of Epidemiology
- Research Methodology
- Research Proposal Development*
- Principles of Biostatistics
- Management in Health
- Principles of Family Health
- Society, Behaviour and Health
- Occupational and Environmental Health
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- The degrees of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery of the University or an equivalent medical qualification approved by the Senate;and
- At least one year of post-registration general medical experience approved by the Senate.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 3,489 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 1,872 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 3,489 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 1,872 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Malaya 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 University of Malaya
University of Malaya
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
The University of Malaya is a public research university located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. It is the oldest Malaysian institution of higher education, and was the only university in newly...
University Profile- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English