Faculty of Medicine

MSAT-Malaysia 2024 Admission Guideline

Medical Students Admission Test-Malaysia (MSAT- Malaysia 2024)

MSAT-Malaysia is a pre-requisite entrance test for all candidates who wish to apply for the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) Programme for the academic session 2024/2025. This test is one of the criteria used to ensure fairness in selection of suitable candidates for the competitive MBBS programme.

For further entry requirements to the programme, please visit: https://medicine.um.edu.my/bachelor-of-medicine-and-bachelor-of-surgery

Preparing for MSAT-Malaysia 2024

MSAT-Malaysia is a 2 and a half -hour computer-based test, which consists of multiple-choice questions in 3 different sections. You will take the test online at our provided location or on your own computer at home and will be monitored by a remote Proctor.

Sections	Component Tested	Number of Questions	Timing
Section 1: Critical Reasoning	Comprehending and analysing information; understanding, applying, and extending ideas; drawing appropriate conclusions, and evaluating arguments	33 questions-multiple choice questions	50 minutes
Section 2: Quantitative Reasoning	Analysis and application of information, drawing conclusions, making decisions, and solving problems	33 questions- multiple choice questions	50 minutes
Section 3: Interpersonal Understanding	Ability to understand and think about people. As in SJT’s, questions are based on a scenario, dialogue or other text representing specific interpersonal situations	33 questions- multiple choice questions	50 minutes

The free practice material will be saved as a PDF and can be sent to you via email once you have completed their registration and payment.

Application for MSAT- Malaysia 2024

The application for the test is open only once a year. Please visit https://msat.um.edu.my/ for application form and payment.
Application will commence on the 22nd November 2023 until 31st January 2024. Application after 31st January 2024 will NOT be entertained.
Please ensure that all details provided during the online registration are complete. Incomplete applications will NOT be considered.

Test Information

Date & Time

28th February 2024
(9.30am – 12.00pm) or,

28th February 2024
(2.00pm – 4.30pm) or,

29th February 2024
(9.30am – 12.00pm) or,

29th February 2024
(2.00pm – 4.30pm)

Venue

On-site-Computer Labs, Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology Or Your own preferred venue

Payment

Nationality	Venue	Fees (Per Candidate)
Malaysian	On-site	RM450
Malaysian	At your own preferred venue	RM750
Non-Malaysian	On-site	RM950
Non-Malaysian	At your own preferred venue	RM1250

*Further information will be made available soon. Please revisit the webpage from time to time for current updates.

For more information, kindly e-mail the administrator at: msat@um.edu.my
All communications will be conducted strictly via Electronic Mail (e-Mail).

General Application Process for MBBS Programme

Check the entry requirements for the MBBS Programme before submitting application. https://study.um.edu.my/entry-requirements. Kindly contact the Admission and Records Section at https://aasc.um.edu.my/unit-skp for further inquiries on entry requirements.
Register through online application for MSAT-Malaysia at https://msat.um.edu.my/. Application will commence on the 22nd November 2023 until 31st January 2024. Application after 31st January 2024 will NOT be entertained.
Candidates are allowed to choose their preferred test date (Subject to availability)
• 28th February 2024 (9.30am – 12.00pm) or,
• 28th February 2024 (2.00pm – 4.30pm) or,
• 29th February 2024 (9.30am – 12.00pm) or,
• 29th February 2024 (2.00pm – 4.30pm)
Candidates who sat for MSAT-Malaysia 2024 can apply to enter Universiti Malaya MBBS Programme through the UPU Online website or via UM Open Channel.
Selected candidates will be invited to attend the Selection Interview Note:
• Only shortlisted candidates will be notified for the interview
• Sitting for the MSAT-Malaysia 2024 DOES NOT guarantee you a placement to the MBBS Programme
Enrol into Universiti Malaya MBBS Programme once offer letter is received.
Remote proctoring instructions for candidate who will be taking the test at your own preferred venue will be updated soon.

MSAT-Malaysia 2024 Reimbursement Subsidy for Candidates with total household income of RM4850 and below

The Faculty of Medicine provides a reimbursement subsidy of 50% to MSAT-Malaysia 2024 candidates who belong to total household income of RM4850 and below with the following conditions:

This subsidy will only be considered for Malaysian citizens.
Total household income of below RM4850.
Candidates must have registered and paid the full amount for the admission test.
The application for subsidy must be completed and supporting documents shall be attached in PDF format.
Subsidy applications will be closed on the 31st January 2024 and will be processed. Any submission after the closing date will not be entertained.
Successful applicants will be informed via e-mail for the reimbursement process.
The subsidy is limited to funds availability.
All incomplete applications will not be processed. The decision of the Faculty of Medicine, UM is final.

Apply subsidy here: https://forms.gle/ugfFvAGFeB5XwQps5

FAQ

Frequently Asked Question for MSAT-Malaysia 2024

1. When is the MSAT-Malaysia Test?

Date: 28th & 29th February 2024
Day: Wednesday & Thursday
Test Time: 9.30am – 12.00pm 0r 2.00pm – 4.30pm

2. My son/ daughter took SPM in 2023. Is he/ she eligible to take the test?

Application is only open for students who already had their SPM results in hand and are completing their foundation/ STPM/ Matriculation/ 'A' Level at the moment.

3. How do I pay?

Please register via the online application portal at msat.um.edu.my Kindly follow the instructions in the form which will lead you to the payment gateway.

4. Do I get an exemption for fees?

Currently we do not offer any fees exemption. However, subsidy may be considered for candidates from a B40 family.

5. My son/daughter is currently doing A-Levels but sat for SPM in 2022/2023. Can he/ she apply?

Yes. Application is only open for students who already had their SPM results in hand and are completing their foundation/ STPM/ Matriculation/ 'A' Level at the moment.

6. How much is the fees for the test?

Nationality	Venue	Fees (Per Candidate)
Malaysian	On-site	RM450
Malaysian	At your own preferred venue	RM750
Non-Malaysian	On-site	RM950
Non-Malaysian	At your own preferred venue	RM1250

7. Do you need my matriculation/ STPM/ PASUM/ MUET trial results or CGPA?

No, not at this point.

8. How long is the test?

The test takes 2 and a-half hours.
The MSAT-Malaysia comprises 3 sections. Each Section takes 50 minutes

9. Are there any other suitable dates to take the test?

Unfortunately, NO.
You can only choose between these two dates - the test is scheduled for the 28th and 29th February 2024 and will be conducted either on-site or at your own preferred venue.

10. I cannot seem to access to the registration page. What should I do?

Please try again as we are experiencing heavy traffic of applications. The portal is open until 31st of January 2024, 12:00 noon. If the issue still persists, kindly email to msat@um.edu.my

11. I want to know more about the test. Where can I get the information from?

Please go to https://medicine.um.edu.my/msat to find out more.

12. Does UM only accept results of MSAT-Malaysia admission test? Any other admission test I can take?

UM accepts the results of all BMAT Cambridge admission tests, UCAT, MCAT and GAMSAT for the latest sitting. UM is not responsible for any costs incurred for these tests.

13. I have missed the deadline of the application/confirmation to the MSAT-Malaysia test. Can I still apply?

The MSAT-Malaysia application portal opens from 22nd December 2023; 12:00 noon) to 31st January 2024 (12:00 noon.). We WILL NOT extend the date for application.

14. Will I be receiving any additional information after I have completed my registration and made my payment?

Please check your e-mail regularly as we will be sending you information of the test from time to time.

15. I have registered but I have not made payment. Am I considered as a candidate for the test?

You will need to complete the payment process before your details are captured by the system. Incomplete application shall not be considered.

16. I received the confirmation of registration after the deadline. Will I still be able to sit for the exam?

We believe you would have registered very near the time the application was about to close. Yes, you are allowed to sit for the exam. Since you have registered and made payment online, your information will be captured.

17. Can I sit for the MSAT-Malaysia test without my MUET results?

You may sit for the MSAT-Malaysia exam without a MUET test results. As for applying to the MBBS program, you will have to fulfil the requirements stated in the UM website for MBBS. Please check your eligibility requirements at the following link: https://medicine.um.edu.my/bachelor-of-medicine-and-bachelor-of-surgery

18. What should I prepare and what should I read?

The free practice material will be saved as a PDF and can be sent to you via email once you have completed their registration and payment.

19. I do not want to sit for MSAT-Malaysia but I have registered and made payment. Can I get a refund?

We are sorry to hear that you will not be taking the test. There will however be NO refund if you decide not to take the test.

20. What is the next step after sitting for the MSAT-Malaysia /getting the MSAT-Malaysia results?

Please make sure you have applied to do medicine in UM via the UPU online portal or UMCCed (for Open Channel). Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview. Please check your e-mail from time to time to ensure that you do not miss the interview dates.

21. What do I do with this MSAT-Malaysia test result?

The university will match your entry requirements with the MSAT-Malaysia results before calling the candidates for interview. An e-mail will be sent to your respective e-mail accounts for notification of your MSAT-Malaysia test results.

22. Based on my result, how do I know if I am qualified to enter UM?

There is NO pass or fail marks for MSAT-Malaysia. Your results will be ranked with the other candidates. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.

23. When will be the announcement for calling of interview?

Please check your verified e-mail from time to time to ensure that you do not miss the interview dates.

24. Is there any certificate that I can claim/ do I get a certificate for sitting the test?

The statement of your results will be released to your e-mail. You can print the statement from your e-mail if required for verification. There will be no issuance of certificate for this purpose.

25. Based on my results, am I qualified to enter UM for the MBBS program?

MSAT-Malaysia is ONE of the entry requirements and is a pre-requisite for application for the MBBS program. Please check your e-mail from time to time to ensure that you do not miss the interview dates.

26. I am the parent of the candidate. Could you please send to me my child’s results?

We can only release the results via the candidates’ verified e-mail address registered for MSAT-Malaysia 2024.

27. What should I do if I missed or attended the wrong session of my online MSAT test?

You will need to contact the ACER team via msat@acer.org
You will have to pay an additional fee (AUD100) directly to ProctorU to re-sit for your MSAT test and once completed you will be resent another link to reschedule your MSAT test.

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Malaysian	Non Malaysian

Entry Requirements (http://www.um.edu.my/)

MSAT-Malaysia Registration 22nd December 2023 (12.00 noon) to 31st January 2024 (12:00 noon) (https://msat.um.edu.my/)

UPU Online Application Please check the website for announcement (https://upu.mohe.gov.my/)

MSAT-Malaysia 28th February or 29th February 2024

Candidates who fulfil the entry requirements will be short-listed for an interview in May/June 2024

Offer letter – September 2024. (For Non-Malaysians you will receive an offer letter earlier for Visa application purposes)

Welcome to Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya, October 2024

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