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Introduction
Introduction
What is outcome-based education?
How to motivate and enhance student performance?
How to write good assessment questions?
Master of Medical Education is a one year* programme designed for professionals in Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Biomedical Sciences, Allied Health, and Education to answer the above questions. Throughout the programme, students will learn various aspects of medical education, including the development and implementation of curriculum, assessment and evaluation, as well as pedagogical knowledge and research skills.
Yang Faridah Abdul Aziz, Medicine
"This programme can really teach an 'old dog' new tricks! I would recommend this master programme to all future and current healthcare educationists."
Galvin Sim Siang Lin, Dentistry
"The programme is well-designed for learners from different levels and backgrounds in the medical and health sciences field. I enjoyed the learning process and the group discussions as we could all learn from one another and approach the current educational challenges from numerous perspectives. The structures of the core and elective modules enable a novice student like me to easily comprehend the contents of the curriculum. Strongly recommended for those looking to start a career as medical, dental, or other health sciences educators."
Testimonials from Graduates
Testimonials from Graduates
Reshma Mohamed Ansari, Medicine
"I should say that I had a very good experience while doing this course. I took up this course as per andragogy assumptions i.e my job demanded the knowledge I gained from this course and I was applying all what I learnt to solve my day to day work-related issues. I loved the approach of the lecturers. They were of fine expertise and always ready to help us. Needless to mention that we were promptly informed of all the programme related activities much earlier, which helped me plan my schedule accordingly. I think I had so many good take ways from this programme that I didn't really realise any glitches."
Rafiq Sumardi, Nursing
"This program is very good program. All the curriculum and syllabus has been properly designed and implemented suitable for working adults. The content is relevant to the medical and health education industry. The lecturers are very competent and provide the best guidance to students. All the administration staff was very helpful and friendly. The learning system was also easy and simple to use with adequate guide from the IT department. I will suggest this program to all my friends no matter if they are academicians or clinicians because I believe this program will give them another beneficial knowledge which is relevant to the industry."
How to Apply
How to Apply
New applicants are encouraged to apply via UM's Application portal.
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Download
Download
Download the latest programme brochure here. For full resolution brochure, please refer to the link below:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VC4UY4qIfizxcf_BJXwYDWg07NfNSOSU/view?usp=sharing
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FAQ
FAQ
Regarding Intake:
We advise new candidates to apply for the September/October intake. Kindly refer to the Universiti Malaya’s academic calendar for the latest and accurate information.
Regarding Qualification and the Application Process:
We welcome bachelor's degree holders from medicine, allied health, and education to apply. Applications will be reviewed by the programme committee. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.
Regarding Language Requirement:
Malaysian candidates are required to submit their SPM results during the application process. International candidates are required to submit related English language proficiency certifications if their medium of instruction (evidence required) during the Bachelor's degree is not in English language. International candidates are also required to fulfill the Malay language requirement before graduation.
Regarding Fees:
Kindly refer to the University's fee structure in the UM official website.
Regarding Mode of Programme:
The mode of programme is coursework. Students are required to complete 42 credit hours, in which the division is 18 credit hours for core courses (6 courses), 12 credit hours for elective courses (complete a minimum 4 out of 6 courses), and 12 credit hours of research project.
Contact Us
Contact Us
Master of Medical Education
Email address: mmeded@um.edu.my
Medical Education & Research Development Unit (MERDU),
Faculty of Medicine,
Universiti Malaya,
50603 Kuala Lumpur,
Malaysia.
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