Master of Pathology (MPath) (Forensic Pathology)

Would be suitable for employment in a diagnostic pathology facility.

The programme of study is over a period of one year and consisting of advanced studies and practical work in any one of the following areas::

• Chemical Pathology
• Forensic Pathology
• Haematology
• Histopathology
• Medical Microbiology

A non-Malaysian applicant whose degree is from a university or institution of higher learning where the medium of instruction for that degree is not the English language and where the applicant wishes to follow a programme shall be required:

(a). To obtain a score of 600 for a paper-based total (PBT); a score of 250 for a computer-based total (CBT) or a score of 100 for an internet-based total (IBT) for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL); or

(b). To obtain a band of 6 for the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (Academic).

(1) Entry qualifications

• Candidate, in the preceding academic session, has passed the Examination for the degree of Master of Medical Science in Clinical Pathology; or
• Possesses a Master’s degree in Clinical Pathology or an equivalent qualification approved by Senate; and
• Has in the preceding year, at least six month of practical experience in the chosen specialty.

(2) Other requirements

• Qualifies for registration as a medical practitioner under the Medical Act 1971 (Act 50) of Malaysia; and
• Satisfies the Department responsible for the candidate’s programme of study in an Entrance Evaluation recognised by the Faculty.