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Research overview

The MPhil and PhD biomedical programmes are 1-2 year and 3-4 years in duration respectively. Research is crucial to the biomedical industry with many of our academic staff at the leading edge of scientific and healthcare developments. The current research curriculum allows students to gain hands on experience in their chosen field as well as participating in regular research symposiums. Both are an opportunity to develop their research network and practice their science outreach skills.

 

Why choose this programme?

With expert supervision from leaders in their field, extensive training, leading-edge facilities and strong links with industry, students at the University of Nottingham Malaysia thrive in a vibrant, multidisciplinary environment at one of the world’s most respected research-led universities in the world. All of our research students work in one of the following research divisions:

  1. Infections and Immunity
  2. Non- communicable diseases (NCD’s)
  3. Pedagogy in Science

 

Course content

Healthcare delivery systems

In the area of healthcare delivery systems, we extract innovative models and approaches from across sectors to alleviate health challenges in resource-limited low-income countries.

Entry requirements

All candidates are considered on an individual basis and we accept a broad range of qualifications. The entrance requirements below apply to 2026 entry.

PhD

A good master’s degree (usually merit or higher), plus an upper second-class honours degree (2:1) in biomedical sciences, biochemistry, pharmacology, pharmacy, or a related scientific discipline. Non-UK qualifications will be assessed against this standard.

Or

A first-class honours degree in biomedical sciences, biochemistry, pharmacology, pharmacy, or a related scientific discipline. Non-UK qualifications will be assessed against this standard.

MPhil

An upper second-class honours degree (2:1) in biomedical sciences, pharmacology, pharmacy, or a related scientific discipline. Non-UK qualifications will be assessed against this standard.

Before starting an online application, applicants are required to carefully read, review, and understand the Compliance with MQA Standards and Programme Standards, as well as the Checklist for application.

Applicants must possess a degree awarded by a recognised university.

Faculty-Specific Requirements

  • Faculty of Science and Engineering: A qualification in a related field is usually necessary for admission to postgraduate programmes.
  • Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences: Consideration may be given to those whose previous degree is in a different discipline if they have relevant work experience and can supply further supporting documents as outlined in the application checklist.

In instances where additional evaluation is required, applicants may be invited to participate in an interview.

These guidelines are intended as a general reference; eligibility is confirmed following submission and assessment of a complete application.

IELTS (Academic):

6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in each element)

TOEFL (iBT):

 90 (minimum 19 in Writing and listening, 20 in Reading and 22 in Speaking)

PTE (Academic):

 71 (with no less than 65 in each element)
MUET: Band 4.5
  • IELTS (Academic), TOEFL iBT, and PTE (Academic) test results must be less than two years old.
  • IELTS One Skill Retake is accepted.
  • IELTS Academic Online, TOEFL iBT Home Edition, and PTE Academic Online are not accepted.
  • MUET results are valid for five years from the release date.
  • English language tests must be taken at a test centre situated in the applicant’s country of residence.
  • International applicants who meet the University’s requirements may also need to submit extra documents or an approved English test for MOHE, if required.

Fees

ResidencyFees
Malaysian studentsRM51,500 per year
International studentsRM58,000 per year*

Enjoy peace of mind with our Fixed Tuition Fee policy, pay the same amount each year until you graduate. No annual increases, no hidden charges. Learn more about Fixed Tuition Fees.

*For International Students, a 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST) will apply to non-Malaysian citizens from 1 July 2025. For more details, read our Finance FAQ.

Funding

Find out about scholarships, financial assistance and specific research funding available to all malaysian and international students.

Scholarship funding

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Why Join the University of Nottingham Malaysia

  • Study at Malaysia’s No. 1 UK university*, the first and largest UK institution in the country
  • Our university is ranked 97th globally according to the QS World University Ranking 2026.
  • A founding member of the prestigious Russell Group of UK universities, we offer a world-class UK education with strong global recognition, impactful research, and academic excellence
  • 5-Star Rating for research excellence recognised by the Malaysian Research Assessment (MyRA) for world-class research achievements
  • Our graduates are consistently sought after by the top 100 global brands and earn up to 2x more** than the average graduate salary in Malaysia

*Based on student enrolment data from the Profile Book IPTS (MOHE) 2023.
**Based on the UNM Graduate Destination Survey (June 2023), with a national average salary of RM2,700.

Careers

With a wide variety of eventual specialisation, our Biomedical Sciences research degree is purposely designed to maximise your career options. Having a strong toolkit of research skills provides an excellent basis for entry into the biomedical or biotechnology industries in either a research capacity or clinical trials evaluation. The qualification allows students to work in roles of a medical scientific liaison capacity helping to interpret advanced research data for healthcare professionals. The University of Nottingham Malaysia has and will also continue to produce academics who work in institutions worldwide to train the next generation of biomedical scientists!

The University has an established Careers Advisory Service (CAS) that provides students with essential resources and guidance for career choices offering many opportunities to develop the skills needed to plan and manage your future. Our Careers Advisory Service will work with you to improve and maximise your employability skills as well as providing essential resources and guidance that will assist you with job/course applications. They will facilitate searches for appropriate work experience placements and connect you to a wide range of prospective employers or training opportunities. In addition the division of biomedical sciences provides guidance and maintains good connections with both our alumni and collaborators in industry to facilitate career and future employment opportunities.

Our graduates enter a wide range of roles both in Malaysia and internationally. Example job titles of our alumni within industrial roles include that of ‘Senior Scientist’ which provide a competitive salary, leadership responsibilities and job satisfaction.

This content was last updated on 07 December 2025. Every effort has been made to ensure that this information is accurate, but changes are likely to occur between the date of publishing and course start date. It is therefore very important to check this website for any updates before you apply.