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The Faculty of Medicine at Universiti Malaya, with its roots dating back to 1905, has nurtured thousands of medical, pharmacy, biomedical, and nursing graduates, who have served the nation with distinction in both public and private sectors. Over the 60 years at our present campus in Kuala Lumpur, we have pioneered and have remained at the forefront of advanced medical training, covering a comprehensive range of specialties.

Leadership in advancing training programmes has led to the development of the National Postgraduate Medical Curriculum (NPMC), the framework for postgraduate medical training programmes across the country. In addition, we have pioneered a number of graduate programmes in various biomedical fields, including pharmacy, nursing, and molecular medicine.

Blessed with the nation’s first dedicated teaching hospital, Universiti Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC), the Faculty provides a premier learning environment for both undergraduate and postgraduate students in all specialties. The 1,600-bed capacity hospital, with specialist care primarily provided by the Faculty’s academic staff, is in the nation’s vanguard for promoting excellence in patient care, education, and research. Such quaternary services are also accessible through the UM Specialist Centre (UMSC), our private hospital, a shining example of successful public-private partnerships in healthcare.

The dynamic student-faculty community, along with access to cutting-edge facilities, has enabled the Faculty to embark on a diverse array of research programmes, covering basic sciences, clinical, and translational research. In keeping with the University's vision of becoming a globally recognised, impactful institution of higher learning, we constantly strive to address global health issues through innovative
research and creative collaborations. Our passion for work, commitment to excellence, wealth of knowledge and expertise serve us well in our pursuit of producing future-ready leaders – wise, resilient and agile.

On behalf of the Faculty, I extend a warm invitation to local and international students to join our postgraduate degree and research programmes. The diverse and inclusive student population at the Faculty brings together individuals from all corners of the world, fostering a dynamic and invigorating learning environment.

Last Update: 09/01/2024