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BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE

2013

BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE The increase in the occurrence of existing diseases and the continual emergence of new or exotic diseases and re-emergence of old

diseases place increasing demands on healthcare delivery. In Malaysia, there has been rapid growth in the healthcare system over the

past few years. An efficient laboratory service is essential for a good healthcare system.

Appropriate healthcare management relies greatly on results of clinical laboratory investigations and patients’ lives may depend on the

experience and expertise of the Biomedical Scientist.

Malaysia has a vision to become a developed country by 2020. Much emphasis is given to various high-technology projects including

biomedical research. Promotion of biomedical research is essential for progress of medicine and advancement of healthcare.

The Biomedical Scientist, equipped with the appropriate knowledge and expertise, evolves with the changing trends in modern

technology to fulfill the trust and reliance expected of them.

“The IMU Biomedical Science programme is uniquely designed to produce graduates who are knowledgeable, competent and analytical. The curriculum also emphasises on developing professionalism, ethics, lifelong learners and critical thinkers. Students will be able to develop knowledge, skills and attitudes through in-house training, practical attachments as well as apprenticeship in selected disciplines. Students will also have the experience of undertaking a research project.

All this training will produce readily employable graduates.”

Dr Lim Chooi LingLecturer and Programme Coordinator

BSc (Biomedical Sciences) (UPM), PhD (Immunobiology) (UPM)

DEGREEBachelor of Science

(Hons) Biomedical Science (IMU) or Biomedical Science degree from

Partner Universities

KEYFACTS

TOTAL DURATION3 - 4 years

COMMENCEMENTJuly and September

01 WHAT ARE THE AIMS OF THE PROGRAMME? • Biomedicalscienceisthestudyofbasicsciencesthatrelatetomedicineincluding biochemistry, genetics, microbiology, parasitology, pharmacology, haematology, immunology, histopathology and cytopathology.

• TheIMUBiomedicalScienceprogrammehasbeendesignedforstudentswhowish to gain an understanding of the basic sciences that are related to medicine and to develop skills in different biomedical areas.

• Theaimofthisprogrammeistoprovidetrainingforundergraduatebiomedical science students that would prepare them to work effectively in healthcare services which includes diagnostics, therapeutics, determining the nature of diseases, quality control, prevention, control and treatment of diseases.

• Thisprogrammealsoaimstoprovidethestudentswithtechnicalandanalytical skills to carry out biomedical research. Furthermore, the programme also prepares them to pursue postgraduate studies in a range of disciplines.

02 WHAT ARE THE KEY FEATURES OF THE PROGRAMME?

The programme has incorporated key features to prepare the modern biomedical scientist. These features offer an appreciable advantage by enabling students:

• Tohaveasoundknowledgeofthefunctioningofthehumanbodyin physiological and pathological states via the body-organ systems courses.

• Todevelopknowledge,skillsandattitudesthroughastructuredin-house learning experience. The learning experience will be delivered through various teaching-learning approaches. In-house practical sessions will be conducted using simulated and clinical specimens.

• Togainpracticalexperiencewhileworkingunderclosesupervision alongside experts in the respective biomedical science disciplines, through attachments at appropriate hospitals, diagnostic laboratories, university and/or research laboratories.

• Todevelopfurtherlaboratoryexperienceandexpertisewhileworking as an apprentice, under minimal supervision. This period of attachment as an apprentice provides an opportunity to demonstrate the trainee’s expertise in a prospective employment environment and a long-term career prospect.

• Toacquireknowledge,skillsandattitudesrelatingtothebiomedical science disciplines which would prepare the graduate for further training in postgraduate biomedical science programmes, and where feasible, medicine and allied health sciences.

• Todevelopprofessionalism.Opportunitieswillbegiventothe students to put theory into practice in their development as an effective member of the healthcare team.

• Todeveloptheircuriosityandenthusiasmforthebiomedical sciences through student-centred learning activities including Portfolios of Learning, Problem-Based Learning and Research Projects.

03 WHAT ARE THE TEACHING-LEARNING APPROACHES USED?

In addition to didactic large group teaching sessions (Plenaries), the programme is also delivered through small group teaching sessions (Problem-based learning, Laboratory practicals, Workshops, Computer-aided learning, Tutorials, Seminars, Presentations and Attachments / Placements). Such small group teaching sessions will provide opportunities for the development of a range of skills necessary for the biomedical scientist. The projects in Semester 6 will provide opportunity for the student to conduct studies in biomedical field and it is hoped that students will acquire critical thinking and analytical skills necessary for postgraduate training later.

04 WHO ARE THE TEACHING STAFF?

All our academic staff (which include local and overseas trained lecturers) are full-time. In addition, experienced academicians and researchers from Malaysian Universities and research institutes, as well as consultants and biomedical scientists from private diagnostics laboratories are also invited to teach the students.

05 WHAT ARE THE SEMESTER CONTENTS?

•GeneralPathologyandIntroductiontoHistotechnology

•BiologicalScience•GeneralChemistry•Genetics•HumanBiology•MedicalLaboratoryInstrumentation•ProfessionalismandPersonnelDevelopment

forBiomedicalScientists•OrganicChemistry1•StatisticsforBiomedicalScientists•English

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•CentralNervousSystem•EndocrineSystem•ForensicScienceandPathology•LaboratoryManagementII•CurrentTrendsinBiomedical Sciences and Research Methodology •Radiobiology•ReproductiveSystem•Selectives

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•ResearchProject•Toxicology

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•PracticalAttachment- TheApprentice

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•Biochemistry•Microbiology•CardiovascularSystem•GeneralPharmacology•Haematology•LaboratoryManagementI•OrganicChemistryII

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•Bioanalysis•HaematologyII•HealthInformatics•Histopathology&Cytopathology•ManagementandExperimentation

onAnimals•Microbiology•NaturalProductsinMedicine•RenalSystem•RespiratorySystem

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•ClinicalBiochemistry•GastrointestinalSystem•GenomicsandMolecularDiagnostics•LawandEthicsforHealthProfessionals•Immunology•ParasitologyandEntomology•MusculoskeletalSystem

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The MPU modules are compulsory modules imposed by Ministry of Higher Education under the Private Higher Educational Institutions Act 1996 (Act 555). All students must take these modules and pass as a prerequisite for the award of the degree. Some of these modules will be taken at the beginning or the end of the programme while the rest will be taken within the six semesters of the programme.

Thecurriculumisreviewedperiodicallyandissubjecttochange. Biomedical scientists play an important role

in diagnosis of disease via the application of histological techniques. Tissue samples from patients

are processed, stained with appropriate reagents and examined for abberrations in cellular morphology or

arrangement. Expression of specific protein markers can also be visualised with immunohistochemical stains. Many

malignancies, for instance, are diagnosed this way.

06 WHO WILL AWARD THE DEGREE?

The Bachelor of Science (Hons) Biomedical Science degree is awarded by IMU. The partner universities will award their respective degrees to students who transfer to their school.

07 HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?

Students will be assessed through their class tests, practical reports, workshops, portfolios, projects, logbooks, written reports, presentations, dissertations and end-of-semester examinations.

08 ARE THERE ANY INDUSTRIAL PLACEMENTS?

There will be 8 weeks of industrial placement in the attachment semester.

09 WHAT IS THE MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION?

The medium of instruction is English. Students who come from a system of education in which the medium of instruction is not English are strongly recommended to improve their proficiency in English by making their own arrangements to attend additional English Language classes before entering IMU.

CAREER PATHS FORBIOMEDICAL SCIENTISTS IN MALAYSIA

Basic Degree

POSTGRADUATE DEGREE• MSc/PhD - teaching

& / or research

INDUSTRY• Medical laboratory

diagnosis• Quality Assurance

• Marketing of medicalequipment

GOVERNMENT• Quality assurance & laboratory diagnosis

MBAManagement

Molecular biology technology is critical in the development of biomedical science research.

The Biomedical Informatics and Genomics and Molecular Diagnostics modules help students understand the methods

and applications of molecular biology.

10 WHAT SORT OF JOBS/CAREERS CAN BE UNDERTAKEN WITH THIS DEGREE? • Biomedicalscientistsmaybeemployedbypublicandprivatehospitallaboratories, public health laboratories and private pathology laboratories. Biomedical scientists analyse specimens of blood and body fluid, enabling diagnosis of illness and evaluation of the effectiveness of treatment. Their nature of work includes performing chemical analysis of body fluids and haematological analysis of blood samples, isolating micro-organisms and matching the blood of donors to recipient to ensure compatibility.

• Biomedicalscientistsmaybeinvolvedinmedical,veterinaryandagricultural research in universities and research/health institutions. Industries employing biomedical scientists for research and development include pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, chemicals, cosmetics and toiletries. Examples of biomedical science research include research on causes and cures of diseases for example, cancer, AIDS and hepatitis, animal cloning, gene therapy as well as discovery, development and production of biopharmaceuticals, diagnostic products and chemicals.

• Biomedicalsciencegraduatescanundertakepostgraduatedegreesinany of the related disciplines. They could also pursue a career in education. The biomedical science degree can be used as graduate entry into medicine. Biomedical science graduates can also enter the police force in the area of forensics or enter scientific journalism.

11 WHEN DO I APPLY FOR A PLACE IN IMU?

You can apply as soon as you have your forecast or actual results.

The research laboratory facilities and research staff provide the training for students so that they are sufficiently competent

to pursue their postgraduate studies.

OUR PARTNER UNIVERSITIES

UNITEDKINGDOM

University of StrathclydeThe University of Strathclyde was founded in 1796 as ‘the place of useful learning’ and is committed to the advancement of society through the pursuit of excellence in research, education and knowledge exchange. It is Scotland’s third largest University with over 15,000 students from more than 100 countries who are attracted by the University’s excellent academic reputation and stimulating study environment. Strathclyde’s campus sits at the centre of one of the most dynamic, friendly and affordable cities in the UK, Glasgow. University of Strathclyde was named UK University of the Year in the 2012 Times Higher Education Awards.

Website: www.strath.ac.uk

2 years in IMU+ 2 years in

University of Strathclyde

Total 4 years

1 year in IMU+ 2 years in St George’s

University of London Total 3 years

St George’s, University of LondonSt George’s, University of London is UK’s only independent medical and healthcare higher education institution. St George’s is a modern, innovative academic and research organisation built upon a rich history stretching back 250 years.

Website: www.sgul.ac.uk/about-st-georges

NEW ZEALAND

UniversityofOtagoThe University of Otago, founded in1869, is New Zealand’s first and finest university. It enjoys a world-wide reputation for excellence, successfully balancing the tradition of its history with modern scholarship and research. It houses New Zealand’s first medical school and only dental school, along with New Zealand’s National School of Pharmacy.

Website: www.otago.ac.nz

1½ years in IMU+ 2½ years in

UniversityofOtagoTotal 4 years

AUSTRALIA

University of Newcastle The University of Newcastle, established in 1965, has a student population of just over 20,000. The University is an exceptional achiever in research with an international reputation for expertise in innovative approaches to teaching and learning. With campuses in both the Central Coast and Hunter regions of NSW, the University serve a community of around a million people.

Website: www.newcastle.edu.au

1½ years in IMU + 1½ years in University

of Newcastle Total 3 years

Developing practical skills in techniques used in diagnostics and in related areas of

research is essential for biomedical scientists

Practicals conducted emphasise the underlying theory and application. Students would be familiar with the

principles of various methods for measurement commonly performed in a routine service laboratory. Therefore, students gain competence in laboratory skills during practical sessions.

The list of partner universities is subject to change.

Learn from our experienced lecturers...A/Prof Chen Yu Sui BSc (Hons), PhD (Monash)

A/Prof Chen Yu Sui has been teaching physiology in Medicine, Pharmacy, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences for 15 years. Her areas of interest include reproductive biology, endocrinology, cardiovascular and respiratory physiology. A/Prof Chen Yu Sui’s interest in education lies mainly in Problem-based Learning (PBL) and had been a PBL co-ordinator for Medical Programme for eight years. Besides this, she has played active roles in curriculum design for certain modules in BPharm, Biomedical Science and Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture programmes. She was appointed Programme co-ordinator for Biomedical Science from 2009 to 2012. In more recent years, her interest has moved to inter-professional learning which she believes is a critical component in making inter-professional practice more possible. A/Prof Chen Yu Sui’s research interest is in natural products and their roles in inflammatory pathways especially in arthritis using animal models. She also play supervisory role in undergraduate and postgraduate studies. Currently she has 17 publications and 41 presentation papers.

Dr Chye Soi Moi BSc (Hons), MSc, PhD (Kaohsiung Med U)

Dr Chye Soi Moi is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Human Biology, Cells and Molecules at IMU. Prior to this, she was an Assistant Professor in Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman, and Taiwan’s Fooyin University. Dr Chye Soi Moi graduated from Kaohsiung Medical University in Medical Technology and obtained PhD in 1998. Her research interests are in the areas of immunodiagnostics of parasite infection, apoptosis and carcinogenicity pathways of hair dye components, molecular mechanisms involving melatonin in complications of diabetes and neuroprotective effects of melatonin in Parkinsons disease. Dr Chye Soi Moi is the author or co-author of over 20 ISI Journal articles, and reviewer of many international journals in toxicology. She is currently the principal investigator and co-investigator in a number of research projects. In research, Dr Chye Soi Moi and her team have developed a highly sensitive and specific diagnostic kit, which enables early diagnosis in angiostrogyliasis patients. It has since won a research award and has been commercialised in Taiwan.

Dr S Jeevathayaparan MSc (UOC), PhD (UOC), MI Chem (SL), MI Biol (SL), Charted Chemist (SL), Certificate in Teaching in Higher Education (UOC)

Dr S Jeevathayaparan has 21 years of teaching experience as lecturer (1991 -1999) and senior lecturer (1999 – to date) involving teaching Biochemistry and Molecular Biology in undergraduate medical, health sciences and postgraduate programmes. He was awarded accreditation as a teacher in higher education in 1998 by Staff and Educational Development Association, England. Dr S Jeevathayaparan was awarded a certificate of recognition for scientific research (Presidential awards for research) by President of Sri Lanka, Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka. His fields of interest in research are oral hypoglycemic activity of medicinal plants and mechanism of action, Oxidative stress and antioxidants, Leptin and metabolic syndrome.

Dr Lim Chooi Ling BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science, PhD (Immunobiology) (UPM)

Dr Lim Chooi Ling obtained her PhD in 2010, under the sponsorship of the National Science Fellowship. She has been teaching mainly in the IMU Biomedical Science and Medical Biotechnology programmes for about 3 years in cancer biotechnology and organ system modules. She had co-supervised an MSc student to completion and was the main supervisor for several undergraduate research students. Her research areas include bioactivity of natural products in cell lines which includes gene and protein expression, liver fibrosis and transforming growth factor-beta signaling. Dr Lim Chooi Ling had presented her research work in various local and international conferences, and obtained a number of awards including the Best Oral Presenter award in the International Seminar of Indonesian Society for Microbiology (ISISM), Indonesia. She is currently the coordinator of the BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science programme, and works closely with the Biomedical Science faculty towards the continual improvement of the innovative curriculum.

Reena KasiGraduate of the IMU Biomedical Science programme currently an IMU MSc in Medical and Health Sciences (By Research) student

“The IMU Biomedical Science programme has given me an excellent foundation via its multi-disciplinary academic approach. Throughout the course, I have been trained in various aspects which integrates oral and written communication, problem-based learning and thesis writing. The well-conducted laboratory sessions and practical attachments provides the framework to become a confident and skilled researcher. The knowledge gained at IMU has enabled me to be one of the young researchers’ to be awarded the Malaysian Toray Science Foundation (MTSF) Grant for the year 2012.”

Hear what our students say...

Wen Wei Xiong Third Year Biomedical Science Student

“I would describe the Biomedical Science programme in IMU as unique, challenging and student-directed. This makes the learning experience enjoyable, interesting and most of all rewarding. The lecturers are both knowledgeable and experienced in their respective fields in addition to being dedicated and confident in delivering their best for their students. The laboratories and research facilities are of the highest standard. IMU is definitely the university for me to equip myself with the knowledge and skills essential to strive in the world of professional healthcare.”

Chin Yuee TengGraduate of the IMU Biomedical Science programme currently working as Clinical Field Specialist at Transmedic Healthcare Sdn Bhd, Malaysia

“IMU’s Biomedical Science programme has equipped me well with biology and medical knowledge to start my first job which mainly deals with patients and hospital personnel such as doctors, nurses and other healthcare staff. The Biomedical Science programme has also trained me well in presentation skills. This skill is essential in the working world as one of my job requirements is to conduct training for users.”

Norazlina Rahmat Third Year Biomedical Science Student

“Its compact yet complete syllabus has greatly expanded my knowledge on bioscience. My many realistic experiments conducted within IMU’s world-class laboratories have made me very well-versed in practical and analytical skills. Coupled with improved soft-skills, I am confident in achieving the global benchmarked standards of a biomedical scientist.”

Students are trained in and expected to master laboratory skills. The laboratory facility is well-equipped for the training.

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OUR FACILITIES0201) Students enjoy learning

at the Medical Museum

02) Hostel Accommodation

03) Conducting research in the lab

04) Auditorium, where lectures, talks, graduation and other important events are held

05) Library is an important learning resource for students

06) A conducive learning environment for students

07) Having a meal at the cafeteria

08) Café in the Library for library users to wind-down in-between classes and studies.

09) Another important learning resource for students, Medical Museum

10) Working out at the gymnasium

11) Relaxing and having a fun time

12) Students using computers as a learning resource

IMU Bukit Jalil Campus

ABOUT IMU

IMU Bukit Jalil Campus

The International Medical University (IMU) is Malaysia’s first and most established private medical and healthcare university with over 20 years of dedicated focus in healthcare education. The University is the first university in Malaysia that offers conventional and complementary medicine, all under one roof. Established in 1992, the University enjoys an international reputation, and provides a high standard of education at undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing professional development level. IMU’s curriculum for its undergraduate programmes has been benchmarked to international standards and is accepted by international partner universities for credit transfer into relevant programmes.

IMU pioneered the world’s first Partner Medical School programme, allowing a student to start their education in Malaysia while completing and earning a degree at an international university. Overthe last two decades, IMU has grown from a medical college with 5 partner universities in 1992, to an internationally recognised higher education institution with more than 30 renowned international partner universities.

The main campus of IMU is located in Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Since 1999, IMU has established clinical schools in Seremban and Kuala Pilah (Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia) as well as Batu Pahat and Kluang (scheduled to open in 2013) (Johor, Malaysia).

IMU’s Learning Model is grounded on its core values, which fosters students’ development into knowledgeable and competent healthcare professionals who are critical thinkers, reflective and yet proactive. The aim is to create healthcare graduates that are committed to lifelong learning and imbued with a sense of good citizenship, leadership and ethical behaviour.

In its continual quest for academic excellence, moving into research was a natural progression with medical and healthcare-related research, as well as medical education being areas of key focus. IMU’s research efforts are expected to be further enhanced now that the Institute of Research, Development and Innovation (IRDI) has been launched in September 2012.

The university had a major breakthrough in 2010 with the start of its Healthcare Centres which allowed IMU’s staff and students to receive and treat patients. The Healthcare Centres, which serve as a teaching site for IMU students, bring the disciplines of allopathic (Western) medicine and those of complementary and alternative medicine together under one roof.

Today IMU is an integrated medical and healthcare institution, offering education, healthcare and research in partnership with some of the world’s most respected individuals and universities in the field of medicine and healthcare.

IMU Clinical School, Seremban

IMU Clinical School, Batu Pahat

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information given in this brochure but it is subject to alteration without notice. The University reserves the right to alter or delete any of the information included at any time and it shall not be bound by any errors or omissions and cannot accept liability in respect thereof. Please consult the Department of Student Services and Marketing for the most up-to-date information.

Published by the Marketing & Communications Department, IMU. 001/2013/03

The IMU has been certified with MS ISO 9001:2000 for the provision of tertiary education in medicine, pharmacy and health sciences.

Become the futureof better healthcare

1. An Established Private Healthcare University IMU is Malaysia’s first and most established private medical and healthcare university with

over 20 years of dedicated focus in healthcare education. IMU achieved a Tier-5 rating in the SETARA ratings of Malaysian Universities and University-Colleges awarded by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA).

2. Build Your Future Healthcare Professional Network As IMU offers the widest range of healthcare programmes, our students are fully immersed in

a vibrant community of students & practitioners from all healthcare fields. This allows for the development of strong friendship amongst peers that will be the foundation of an extensive healthcare professional network upon graduation.

3. Curriculum Benchmarked to International Standards IMU’s biomedical science curriculum has been developed to meet high international

standardsandisacceptedbyUniversityofNewcastle,Australia,UniversityofOtago,NewZealand, University of Strathclyde, Scotland and St George’s University of London, England for credit transfer into their biomedical science, forensic science and medical programmes.

4. Better Exposure to Practical Training Students will have many hours of hands-on practical sessions where every student has the

opportunity to hone his/her skills in the microbiology lab, pathology lab, etc. This will be an advantage to the students in their future careers.

5. Better Preparation to be a Biomedical Scientist With exposure to industrial attachment and research, students will be better prepared to be

a competent biomedical scientist, upon graduation.

REASONS TO STUDY BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE AT IMUPROGRAMMES AVAILABLE:

UNDERGRADUATE

•Medicine KPT/JPS(KR10935)09/2014

•Dentistry KPT/JPS (A8358)10/2015

•Pharmacy KPT/JPS(KR10605)4/2014, KPT/JPS(R/727/7/0002)10/2015

•DieteticswithNutrition KPT/JPS(KA8176)03/2013

•Nursing KP/JPS(KR11196)04/2015

•NursingScience (for registered nurses) KP/JPS(KA9377)01/2014

•Chiropractic KPT/JPS(KA9294)08/2014

•ChineseMedicine KP/JPS(KA10260)12/2015

•BiomedicalScience KPT/JPS(R/421/6/0011)12/2017

•MedicalBiotechnology KPT/JPS(R/545/6/0014)09/2017

•PharmaceuticalChemistry KPT/JPS(R/442/6/0003)01/2018

•Psychology KPT/JPS(R/311/6/0013)09/2017

POSTGRADUATE

•PublicHealth(MSc) (Coursework & Research) KP/JPS(KA10261)09/2015

•AnalyticalPharmaceutical Chemistry (MSc) KPT/JPS(N/442/7/0001)01/2017

•MolecularMedicine(MSc) KPT/JPS(N/421/7/0010)07/2017

•MedicalandHealthSciences(MSc & PhD by research) KPT/JPS(KR10618)6/2014, KP/JPS(KR10625)01/2015

International Medical University126, Jalan Jalil Perkasa 19, Bukit Jalil, 57000 Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaTel: +60 3 2731 7272 Fax: +60 3 8656 1018KP/JPS/5195/US/2, KP(JPS)/DFT/US/W03, KPT/JPS(N/726/6/0011)06/2017

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