KPJ Healthcare University

Detailed entry requirements

University College and Conjoint Board Orthopaedics criteria

• Possess a Medical Degree (MD, MBBS and MBChB) (Level 6 MQF) or equivalent qualifications from Universities recognized by the Senate of the University College;
• Must be registered for medical practice by the Malaysian Medical Council (MMC) and possess a valid Annual Practicing Certificate (APC);
• Preference for candidates with 3 years experience after housemanship at the time of entry in to the programme;
• Performance in previous examinations including a credit in Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia;
• Graduates from non-commonwealth universities are additionally required to have an acceptable grade of English Language Proficiency (Pass in TOEFL / IELTS or an equivalent international English test)

•  4 years of service with experience outside Kuala Lumpur and major hospitals;
• Annual appraisal scores of > 85% for 3 consecutive years;
• Age < 40 years upon starting the programme;
• Free of any disciplinary actions;
• No record of failing or withdrawing from programme previously;
• No record of rejecting the offer to enroll in the programme previously.

Graduates of Medical School outside Malaysia who have completed at least 3 months of clinical attachments with the Department of Orthopedics;

• Proficient in the English Language: TOEFL score of 750 or IELTS grade 7 or an equivalent International English Competency test;
• Registered with the Malaysian Medical Council for Temporary Practicing Certificate (TPC);
• Financial guarantee or scholarship;
• At least 3 years of working experience after internship at the time of entry into the program
• Not more than 37 years of age at the time of entry into the programme.