BIOMEDICALSCIENCE

SCHOOL OFHEALTH SCIENCES

2021

July and SeptemberBachelor of Science (Hons) in Biomedical Science (IMU) – 3 yearsDegree from partneruniversities – 3 - 4 years

For the Biomedical Science programme, students have the option to complete the entire 3-year programme in IMU or study part of the programme in IMU and transfer to one of the University’s partners in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. Through this arrangement with the partner universities, IMU students wishing to move on to one of these universities will receive academic credits for the subjects they have successfully completed in IMU and use these towards the completion of their degree.

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 5 provide an opportunity for students to conduct studies in the field of biomedical science and it is hoped that students will acquire critical thinking and analytical skills necessary for postgraduate training later.

Students will be exposed to 26 weeks of industrial placement mainly with biomedical laboratories which includes Pantai Premier Pathology Sdn Bhd, and BP Healthcare, in addition to fundamental and diagnostic research in universities and industries within Malaysia and world-wide.

What is IMU’sBiomedical Science Programme About?

OVERVIEW

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This programme isaccredited by theInstitute of BiomedicalScience (IBMS)

IMU Biomedical Science students build their competence

in laboratory skills via ample hands-on opportunities during practical sessions, guided by

academic staff.

A Word from the IMU Biomedical ScienceProgramme Director and Executive Head ofEducation, Institute of Biomedical Science (UK)

IMU’s Biomedical Science programme aims to produce work-ready graduates well-equipped with knowledge and are competent in practical, as well as soft skills. The programme enables the students to acquire current knowledge in the field, promotes their analytical and critical thinking and sharpens their communication skills. Besides, the students gain ample invaluable experiences through participation and organisation of various educational activities. The curriculum prepares the students well to serve in the profession, enabling our graduates to be highly sought after both locally or internationally.

DR KOH RHUN YIANSenior Lecturer and Programme DirectorBSc (Mal), PhD (Mal)

The Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) is dedicated to the promotion, development and delivery of excellence in biomedical science. We support our members through training, education and professional development, setting quality standards and supporting our profession.

ALAN C. WAINWRIGHTExecutive Head of Education, Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)BA, CertMHS, CSci, FIMLS

Cardiovascular SystemGeneral PharmacologyHaematology and Transfusion ScienceMicrobiologyMetabolic BiochemistryMedical Epidemiology and Public HealthRenal System

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

MPU1 (2 compulsory modules) Hubungan Etnik and Tamandun Islam dan Tamadun Asia OR Pengajian Malaysia 3 and Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2MPU2 (English for Health Sciences)MPU3 (Choose 1 below) History of Health Professionals Science Fictions, Horror & Fantasy Survey of Asian Literature Introduction to Media Literacy

Principles of Biology and GeneticsGeneral BiochemistryLaboratory Management and Professional PracticeAnatomy and PhysiologyGeneral Pathology and HistotechnologyStatistics for Biomedical ScientistsMedical Laboratory Instrumentation

Central Nervous SystemMolecular Biology and BiotechnologyManagement & Experimentation on AnimalsSelectiveRespiratory SystemGastrointestinal SystemHistopathology & CytopathologyBiomedical Informatics

MPU4 (Social Responsibility)ImmunologyClinical BiochemistryParasitology & EntomologyMusculoskeletal SystemGenomics & Molecular DiagnosticsEndocrine SystemReproductive System

Biomedical ToxicologyForensic Science & PathologyEntrepreneurshipCurrent Trends in Biomedical ScienceResearch ProjectLaw & Ethics for Health ProfessionalsResearch Methodology

Practical Attachment - The Apprentice - I

Practical Attachment - The Apprentice - II

The curriculum is reviewed periodically and is subject to change.

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.

How Does theProgramme Work?

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Teamwork and communication skills are fostered throughout the programme through many

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

RECOGNITION OF DEGREEIMU’s Biomedical Science students have made significant achievements in their academic portfolio. A notable recognition being the positive feedback from external supervisors on the performance of IMU’s Semester 6 students who interned in Singapore, United Kingdom, Australia, China, Canada, New Zealand and Taiwan through the Student Mobility Programme under IMU’s ASPIRE initiative. Such positive feedback reinforces IMU’s reputation of its graduates’ quality.

CAREER PATHWAYThe Biomedical Science programme emphasises on clinical laboratory skills and human organ systems. It is a career that is in demand especially in the areas of clinical pathology laboratories, food industries and biomedical research.

Biomedical scientists are valued members of any healthcare team. Their nature of work includes performing chemical analysis of blood and other body fluids to detect diseases, diagnose illnesses and evaluate effectiveness of treatments. Biomedical scientists can take up careers in forensic medicine, education, management and scientific journalism.

Medical, veterinary and agricultural research in universities and research / healthcare institutions are also areas in which biomedical scientists are needed. Industries in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, chemicals, and cosmetics & toiletries also employ biomedical scientists for research and development.

Biomedical Science graduates can undertake postgraduate degrees in any of the related disciplines. They could also pursue a career in education. The Biomedical Science degree can also be used as graduate entry path into medicine.

Many of our graduates have secured research assistant positions in public and private universities nationwide, including UPM, UM, NUS, LEEDS, CARIF and IMU.

Postgraduate DegreeMSc / PhD(teaching and /or research)degree

IndustryMedical laboratory diagnosis, quality assurance,marketing of medical equipment, medical underwriter, forensic scientists

GovernmentQuality assurance, laboratory diagnosis

MBAManagement

CAREER PATHS FORBIOMEDICAL SCIENTISTS

Basic Biomedical Science Degree BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Science

AREAS & SCOPE OF WORKOF BIOMEDICAL SCIENTISTS

WORKSCOPEKEY AREA

HealthcarePublic & private hospital laboratories, public health laboratories, private pathological laboratories

Forensics

ResearchUniversities, research / health institutions

IndustryPharmaceutical, biotechnology, chemicals, cosmetics & toiletries companies

• Chemical analysis of body fluids and haematological analysis of blood samples• Isolation of micro-organisms• Matching blood of donors to recipients to ensure compatibility

• Crime-solving

• Medical, veterinary and agricultural research

• Research and development of new products

An Established Private Healthcare UniversityIMU is Malaysia’s first and most established private medical and healthcare university with over 29 years of dedicated focus in healthcare education. IMU achieved the SETARA-2017 Tier 6 status (Outstanding) under the Mature University category.

Build Your Future Healthcare Professional NetworkAs IMU offers the widest range of healthcare programmes, our students are fully immersed in a vibrant community of students and 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.

Curriculum Benchmarked to International StandardsIMU’s Biomedical Science curriculum has been developed to meet high international standards and is accepted by University of Newcastle, Australia, University of Otago, New Zealand and University of Strathclyde, Scotland, for credit transfer into their medical laboratory science and biomedical science programmes.

Better Exposure to Practical TrainingStudents 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.

Better Preparation to be a Biomedical ScientistWith exposure to industrial attachment and research, students will be better prepared to be a competent biomedical scientist, upon graduation.

Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science in UKThe IMU Biomedical Science programme has been accredited by the prestigious Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), UK. Getting an IBMS-accredited Biomedical Science honours degree from the IMU will give you all the necessary scientific knowledge, skills and training to begin a career in biomedical science and be eligible for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) in the UK.

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Why StudyBiomedical Scienceat IMU?

How MuchDoes It Cost?

PROGRAMME FEES

All fees quoted are in Ringgit Malaysia unless stated otherwise.

Note* Current estimates only.** Based on exchange rates: A$1 ≈ RM3.0290,NZ$1 ≈ RM2.7990, £1 ≈ RM5.4320

*** It is compulsory to complete the one-year IMU Foundation in Science prior to embarking on this pathway. Fees for Foundation in Science is RM 24,900• Tuition and ancillary fees at partner universities overseas are subject to annual increases.

• All fees are accurate at time of print. For latest fees and information, please go to www.imu.edu.my.

• All IMU students transferring to University of Strathclyde and meet the eligibility criteria will be eligible for a 15% bursary. Applicable upon transfer to University of Strathclyde.

FEES BY PROGRAMME ROUTES

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18,5003 3 6 19,550 111,000 117,300 – – – –– –

18,5003 1½ 3 19,550 55,500 58,650 A$39,350 A$59,025 234,287 237,4371½ 3

18,5004 2 4 19,550 74,000 78,200 £20,650 £41,300 298,342 302,5422 4

18,5003 1 2 19,550 37,000 39,100 £20,650 £41,300 261,342 263,4422 4

18,5004 3 6 19,550 111,000 117,300 £ 20,650 £20,650 223,171 229,4711 2

Bachelor of Science (Hons) Biomedical Science (IMU)

Credit Transfer toUniversity of NewcastleBachelor of Biomedical Science

Credit Transfer toUniversity of StrathclydeBSc (Hons) Biomedical Science

18,5004 2 4 19,550 74,000 78,200 NZ$41,563 NZ$83,126 306,670 310,8702 4

Credit Transfer toUniversity of OtagoBachelor of Medical Laboratory Science

Credit transfer to University of StrathclydeBSc (Hons) Biomedical Science(1+2) ***

Credit transfer toUniversity of StrathclydeMSc Forensic Science

FEES OVERVIEW

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Malaysian Student International Student

Application Fee 150 500

Registration Fee 850 2,000

RefundableCaution Deposit

Tuition Fee 111,000 117,300

1,000 1,000

• Application fee is payable upon submission of application.• Registration fee and refundable caution deposit are payable upon acceptance

of the offer letter issued by the IMU Admissions Office.• As stipulated by Malaysian Ministry of Education, international students are

required to pay Student Visa Application fee of RM2,500 AND personal bond (depending on nationality) upon registration.

• International students will also be required to pay Student Visa Renewal fee every year.

• Students must adhere to the “Policy on Payment of Fees”.• All students are required to pay Student Association Fees of RM40 per

semester.

Dr Anil Philip Kunnath is an experienced academician with 16 years of teaching experience in the biomedical science field. His academic career started at Manipal University, India, and after five years of work experience, he came to Malaysia and joined the IMU in 2009. He is the recipient of a Fellowship from Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS, UK). His research interests include gene silencing and cancer, marine products in drug discovery and diabetes. He has published his research findings in several peer-reviewed local and international journals. Dr Anil had been invited as an Advisory Member of international conferences. He has presented papers in several local and international conferences as plenary and invited speaker.

DR ANIL PHILIP KUNNATH

LecturerBSc (India), MSc (India), PhD (Mal),

FIBMS (UK)

Dr Tsen Min Tze completed her PhD at the International Medical University. She started her career as a Science Officer at the Clinical Diagnostics Laboratory, University Malaya Medical Centre in 2007, where she supervised the routine haematology and molecular diagnostic laboratories. She has over 12 years of teaching experience at the IMU, and her current research interest is in molecular cancer biology.

DR TSEN MIN TZE

LecturerBSc (Mal), MSc (Mal), PhD (Mal)

Prof Anthony Rhodes worked for 20 years in the pathology services of the UK NHS, rising to Senior Chief Biomedical Scientist at University College London before moving to academia in 2003, firstly as Senior Lecturer and later as Professor of Biomedical Research at the University of the West of England (UWE). Before joining IMU, Prof Anthony Rhodes was a Professor in the Department of Pathology at the University of Malaya where he still holds an honorary position. Prof Anthony received his PhD for the study of hormone receptors in breast cancer from the University of Wales College of Medicine and has authored 60 peer reviewed papers, mainly in breast and prostate cancer, and with over 14,000 citations. He has served on a range of committees to include those of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, College of American Pathologists, US National Institute of Standards and Technology, European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer, UK NHS National Breast Cancer Screening Program and the UK Institute of Biomedical Sciences (IBMS). He is a fellow of both the UK Royal College of Pathologists and the IBMS and is currently the Deputy Editor of the British Journal of Biomedical Sciences.

PROF ANTHONY RHODES

ProfessorPhD, FIBMS, FRCPath (UK)

Learn from OurExperienced Lecturers

A/Prof Chye Soi Moi completed her PhD degree at Kaohsiung Medical University. Her academic career started at Fooyin University, Taiwan. After eight years of working and gaining experience at the University, she came back to Malaysia and joined Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman in 2006 and IMU in 2008. Her research interest is in investigating the apoptosis and carcinogenicity pathways of hair dye components. Recently, she has also expanded her research interest to neuroscience particularly in developing a new disease-modifying drug to cure or delay Alzheimer’s disease progression. With her passion in biomedical research, A/Prof Chye Soi Moi has also secured numerous research grants either as a principal investigator or co-investigator and has published in many high impact factor journals.

A/PROF CHYE SOI MOI

BSc (Taiwan), MSc (Taiwan), PhD (Taiwan)

What OurStudents Say

Biomedical Science shows us how, in this dynamic world, modern healthcare is important and is a major issue that is needed. As the world is advancing to a brighter future, understanding of the human body, effects of drugs and diseases needs to be approached in a better way. The IMU Biomedical Science programme has a great curriculum with research-based teachingand problem-based learning. Learning from the experienced lecturers has provided us with lots of scientific knowledge and practical skills that are valuable to us currently and for the future. We were given ample opportunities to visit potential workplaces to experience work life in diagnostic laboratories, research labs and many more. Vinoshini A/P Wiswannadan Student

After going through this journey with Biomedical Science in the past few years, what I have learnt is not merely the basic knowledge in human biology and laboratory work but it also eminently built up my interpersonal and leadership skills via the organisation of events and activities. As self-directed learning played an important role in our programme, it indirectly encourages us to be independent, improves stress endurance and enhances self-discipline since we have to manage time effectively to get our assignments done despite participating in campus activities. The career options are not only restricted to laboratory, it provides provides wide career pathways and industries which I could engage in. Hence, choosing this programme is one of the decisions that I will never regret and I cannot wait for the next chapter of my life. Teng Jet Shee Student

IMU Biomedical Science programme has prepared me with comprehensive medical knowledge and practical skills. I was trained with transferable management and interpersonal skills for future career and work environment. The excellent quality of IMU’s Biomedical Science programme provides students with an advantage to pursue our profession competently and internationally. Chok Kian Chung Alumnus

Biomedical science is about understanding the anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the human body while acquiring techniques for investigations. Biomedical Science at IMU provides an environment in which independence, self-learning, student- lecturer discussions, and exploring the science world within and outside of the university are encouraged. Plus, the faculty members are always there to guide you in the direction that you want to go! Graduating from IMU has allowed me to get multiple offers to pursue my PhD studies. Hossein Jahedi Alumnus

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