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TSTrulySu
post Jan 18 2015, 02:43 PM, updated 11y ago

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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
TSTrulySu
post Jan 19 2015, 09:52 PM

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QUOTE(CyberSetan @ Jan 18 2015, 07:39 PM)
In Malaysia.... there was a Graduate Entry medical program in collaboration with John Hopkins Uni.... but its no more already + added humiliation to our country.... (also it costs Rm1 million for tuition fee alone).

If you choose to do medical program in Malaysia, you will have to enter the 5 years normal medical program using your BSc. Biomed in one of our various IPTS that we have.

... or if you are unable to gain admission into UK/Australian graduate entry medical program...

You can opt for Poland.

My collegues have graduated from Warsaw Medical University's 4 years graduate entry medical program and currently serving as MOs.

http://2wl.wum.edu.pl/en/admissions-inform...-degree-program

Google it up.... or dig deeper into this sub forum...

Note - I am BSc.Biomed (Hons) + MBBS holder... currently a 'slave' in one of our major hospitals.
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Was wondering what made you took up biomed then medicine? Do you think it was worth the effort and hassle?
Was medicine your first choice?
But I've seen some medicine school like CUCMS and your previous uni, MSU, providing graduate entry med for around 4-4.5 years.
Also, may I know what did your other biomed friends did after graduation? biggrin.gif


TSTrulySu
post Jan 19 2015, 09:56 PM

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QUOTE(mrleafeon @ Jan 18 2015, 04:46 PM)
for biomed, yes it s hard to enter graduate entry if u wanna study in australia, cause they need to take GAMSAT which is a 9-hour-test. That means if u have undergone ISAT, u will know that gamsat is more difficult than is at A LOT. so why don't u consider pharma? or as a lecturer teaching chem? but u still can specialise in research after bachelor of biomed.
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I've never considered pharmacy in my life sweat.gif
Just really disliked that the job opportunities are really little and restricted cry.gif
Erm, is biomed more restricted towards research only? rclxub.gif
TSTrulySu
post Jan 19 2015, 10:06 PM

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QUOTE(BrachialPlexus @ Jan 18 2015, 06:24 PM)
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.
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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?

TSTrulySu
post Jan 19 2015, 10:09 PM

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QUOTE(usesoap @ Jan 19 2015, 09:51 PM)
dont do medicine..
malaysia already have surplus of doctor..
that one if u intended to work here btw..
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Yes, I do know about that matter sad.gif
but hey! I have a passion in being one! tongue.gif
Intending to work here tho...

 

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