To produce graduates with specialized knowledge and research skills to advance careers in the industry of tissue engineering and regenerative medicine.
| PEO 1. Graduates who establish themselves as a practising professional in the field of regenerative medicine according to local and international guidelines/regulations. |
| PEO 2. Graduates who engage in the lifelong pursuit of knowledge and interdisciplinary learning appropriate for regenerative medicine industries and academic careers. |
| PEO 3. Graduates who contribute to sustainable development and well-being of the society. |
At the end of the programme, graduates are able to:
| PLO 1. Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and understanding in the evaluation and synthesis of complex information, concepts and theories in the field of regenerative medicine. |
| PLO 2. Integrate existing knowledge to critically manage and resolve complex problems in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine with a combination of approaches, skills and tools. |
| PLO 3. Perform standard approaches and specialized practical skills and techniques related to the field of regenerative medicine. |
| PLO 4. Collaborate effectively with peers, experts, and non-experts in the field of regenerative medicine. |
| PLO 5. Communicate effectively with peers, experts, and non-experts in the field of regenerative medicine. |
| PLO 6. Apply digital skills in conducting research in the field of regenerative medicine. |
| PLO 7. Demonstrate statistical competence in designing, planning, and evaluating regenerative medicine scientific/clinical research. |
| PLO 8. Demonstrate significant leadership and administrative skills in the field of regenerative medicine. |
| PLO 9. Practice self-improvement through continuous learning in the field of regenerative medicine. |
| PLO 10. Develop entrepreneurial venture skills related to regenerative medicine industry. |
| PLO 11. Abide to current local and international legal, ethical and professional codes of practice in the field of regenerative medicine. |
As a MMedSci (Regenerative Medicine) postgraduate, you will be prepared to work in a variety of fields, including:
While the program is primarily structured to meet industry needs, it also ensures that graduates develop a strong foundation in research skills. This equips them with the confidence and ability to further their studies at the PhD level if they choose to do so.
Additionally, graduates will be well-prepared for careers in academia and research, particularly in the rapidly advancing field of regenerative medicine.
This program is a 48-credit-hour mixed-mode full-time master's program, which consists of 20 credit hours of core program courses, 4 credit hours of elective courses (students only need to select one of the two elective courses offered by the program) and 24 credit hours of dissertation. The methods of delivery include lectures, assignments, discussions, presentations, laboratory visits, mini-industry training and a research dissertation. This program does not have a university compulsory course except for the Research Methodology Course, which is a part of the core program course.
Code | Title | Credit Hours |
MOB7001 | Research Methodology | 4 |
MOB7010 | Dissertation | 24 |
MOB7011 | Cell and Gene Therapy Products in Regenerative Medicine | 4 |
MOB7012 | Regulations for Cell and Gene Therapy Products and Medical Devices | 4 |
MOB7013 | Regenerative Medicine-Industry Practicum | 8 |
MOB7014 (Elective) | Advanced Tools in Regenerative Medicine | 4 |
MOB7015 (Elective) | Advanced Medical Biotechnology | 4 |
A non-Malaysian applicant whose degree is from a university or institution of higher learning that did not use English as the medium of instruction for that degree shall be required:
Type of English Qualifications | Minimum Score | |
International English Language Testing (IELTS) | 6 | |
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) | IBT (Centre based) | 60 |
IBT Essentials | 8.5 | |
Pearson Test of Academic English (PTE) |
| 59 |
Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests | B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced, | 169 |
Linguaskill Online | 169 | |
Occupational English Test (OET) (Conventional/Online) | 250 | |
The entry requirement for this program (according to University Malaya (Master Degree) Rules 2024) is as follow:
| 1. | A Bachelor’s degree of Medicine and Degree of Surgery or a Bachelor’s Degree of Dental Surgery; or a professional qualification from a recognized professional body; or A Bachelor’s Degree of Science in the related field with a CGPA of not less than 3.0; or A Bachelor’s Degree of Science with a CGPA of not less than 3.0 and with at least one year of working experience in the field of regenerative medicine. |
| 2. | Any other qualification as may be approved by the Senate from time to time; |
| 3. | With a CGPA of not less than 3.0 or equivalent; |
| 4. | Candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree of CGPA 2.7 to 2.99 may be considered if they meet at least one of the following criteria:
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| 5. | Candidates with a Bachelor's Degree of CGPA of 2.50 to 2.69 may be considered if they meet at least two of the criteria in (4). |
| 6. | Candidates with a Bachelor's Degree of CGPA 2.10 to 2.49 may be considered if they meet all the following criteria as outlined in the guidelines provided by the University Malaya (Master Degree) Rules 2024 that:
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The new intake is open throughout the year. The new semester starts in September/October every year.
For new applications, go to https://apply.um.edu.my
Application close on 30th August each year.
For screening interviews for new candidates, contact mmedsci_regmed@um.edu.my
Last Update: 04/09/2025