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ACADEMIC PROGRAMME & COURSE STRUCTURE

The Biomedical Science Programme spans a period of eight semesters in four years. Each
semester normally consists of:
1. Lectures – 14 weeks
2. Vacation (During Mid Semester) – 1 week
3. Examination – 3 weeks (inclusive of one study week)

Courses offered are categorized under:

1. University Courses
2. Core Courses
3. Elective Courses, and Student Holistic Empowerment courses

The courses will be conducted via lectures, tutorials, discussion and practical sessions as well
as self-directed and problem-based learning activities and sessions in the Biomedical Science
Department and the University Malaya Medical Centre.

Note:

• Unless stated otherwise, the primary language of instruction is English.
• In the event of insufficient enrolment (fewer than 5 students), the faculty reserves the
right to not offer the course.
• All information is correct up to time of publication.

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