Private institutions that offer biomedical science courses in Malaysia

In Malaysia, there is a growing demand for graduates in the biomedical sciences within the health services and industry. Students who are keen to working as part of research & development teams can find employment in these industries - pharmaceuticals, chemical, cosmetics & toiletries, biotechnology, and food & beverage.  Meanwhile, students who plan to further their degree (either by taking master's or PhD) after finishing their bachelor's, can expect a more senior role when they start to embark on permanent employment.

Here's a quick overview of private universities that are offering degree programmes in biomedical science:

 MAHSA (Malaysian Allied Health Science Academy) University was established in 2005. Since then MAHSA has reaped awards such as the Doctorjob’s Award for Most Popular College/University for Nursing in the year 2009 and NAPEI Award for University and University College Large Category for two consecutive years in a row (2009 & 2010).

The School of Biomedical Sciences at University of Nottingham, Malaysia Campus (UNMC) was established in 2010. The biomedical sciences school is home to among the world's brightest undergraduate students. Students enrolled in this 3-year programme learn from scientists who have vast experience in their field of expertise, thus endorsing you with valuable scientific knowledge and practical skills for use in the future.

The Schools of Biosciences at Taylor's University offer a special curriculum that is continuously updated with the latest developments according to industrial research demands. Taylor's offer labs that are equipped with modern technologies, while up-to-date software and research methods are incorporated into training sessions. Its academic staff members also actively engaged in research and present papers both locally and internationally.

International Medical University (IMU) is among the pioneer private universities in Malaysia that offer both conventional and complementary medicine. Furthermore, IMU established the world's first Partner Medical School programme that allows a student to start his education in Malaysia while completing and earning a degree at an international university. In 2010, IMU established  Healthcare Centres which allowed staff and students to receive and treat patients.

A top private universities in the world by Accreditation Services for International Colleges (ASIC), UK, Management & Science University (MSU)offers programmes that meet the stringent standards set by the local or international bodies. All of MSU's courses are designed to enhance the employability of the graduates and enrich the learning experience of the students. According toMSU, more than 95% of its graduates have begun their respective careers within six months after graduation.

Nilai University is a private university known to be among the first institutions to accept international students. Presently, Nilai U is home to international students from over 40 countries worldwide. Aside from this, NilaiU is known for its 3+0 degree programmes that are accepted by leading universities in the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Switzerland, and Canada.  Its campus is equipped with lecture theatres, 200-seater auditorium, library, multimedia and language laboratories, nursking skills laboratories, hospitality building, cafeteria & food court, and common study rooms.

Asia Metropolitan University (AMU) was previously known as Masterskill University College of Health Sciences (MUCH). Currently, AMU offers over 30 different types of programme ranging from certificate, bachelor degree, to postgraduate, including a top-up degree programme in Nursing, Diploma as well as Foundation programmes.

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) is a private university. It has three campuses in the Klang Valley and one in Kampar, Perak. All its campuses have wireless access to the Internet, high-end laboratory equipment for teaching and research; and computer labs. UTAR has been awarded the MSC Malaysia Status Institution by the Multimedia Development Corporation (MDeC) and the  ‘Excellence in Increasing Student Enrolment (2003-2005) for Private Institutions of Higher Learning with University Status’ by the Ministry of Higher Education.

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