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BrachialPlexus
post Jan 18 2015, 06:24 PM

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QUOTE(TrulySu @ Jan 18 2015, 02:43 PM)
Hey there!
Was wondering is it hard to enter as a graduate for MBBS programme in Malaysia? Maybe thinking of applying to Australia too biggrin.gif
After doing loads of research, i've seen alot of ppl opt for graduate entry into medicine.
I'm actually planning to do biomed before medicine as i fail to meet the requirement for most unis sad.gif
and idw to do foundation again :l
Also, with a degree in biomed, i actually thought of maybe being a lecturer, furthering my studies in masters or even phd. (provided im no longer interested in med but ive a passion for med!)
I do am aware that with a biomed degree, my job prospects are quite narrow, more towards sale D:
Well, in your own opinion, can you guys give me some advice on whether i'm on the right path?
Thanks in advance smile.gif
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Getting into graduate-entry medical programs in Australia is slightly easier than undergraduate entry, although it's still no walk in the park. While applicant numbers for graduate-entry programs are smaller than undergraduate entry, most applicants will be of a higher calibre and maturity by virtue of work and educational experience. If you have the funds for it and are sure that you want to pursue medicine, I would encourage it. Many of my colleagues who failed to get into med school straight after high school but took up graduate-entry medicine are exceptional doctors, many of whom are better than my undergraduate compatriots.

Even if you eventually choose against medicine, having an undergraduate degree in biomed would open you to numerous postgraduate opportunities. While employment may not be as assured as other degrees, you could consider other health-related degrees like dentistry, pharmacy, physiotherapy or research degrees... all of which are sought-after in the workplace. It's just a longer process but since you're already seriously considering graduate-entry medicine, I don't think time is a barrier to you.
BrachialPlexus
post Jan 20 2015, 07:36 PM

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QUOTE(TrulySu @ Jan 19 2015, 10:06 PM)
Time isn't a barrier!
But my parents are just really conserned about it  cry.gif  as it takes a really long time to get to where I want to be
I actually considered graduate entry as i do not want to retake foundation and it's actually quite a waste of time imo.
I assumed that you studied medicine yourself?
May I know where you studied? biggrin.gif
How long has it been?
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I see. Well if time/money is not a concern, go ahead. However, if you're planning to work in Malaysia eventually, I don't think there's a point going to Australia and spending that kind of money. You might as well skip biomed and go straight for a local undergraduate medical degree- it would save you about 2-3 years and close to a million ringgit compared to the postgraduate option.

Yea, I graduated from the University of Western Australia last year from its 6-year undergraduate program. Working in Australia now.

 

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