Irish Medical Education

ROYAL COLLEGE OF SURGEONS IN IRELAND (RCSI) UNIVERSITY COLLEGE DUBLIN (UCD)

Medical Degrees from the NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF IRELAND

From our time in the fair city of Dublin, when we threw hundred person parties (at UCD), and travelled to Europe “ and beyond. To our time now in the beautiful island of , where there is always a new place to eat, a new mural to see, and a new reason to celebrate.

My colleagues are singers and sportsmen, have published research and presented at conferences, and helped so many people via the Community Outreach Society.

Hippocrates said, wherever the art of medicine is loved, there is also a love of humanity.

Thank you to all the patients we have met in these five years of training. We are privileged to hear people tell us their stories, and offer their bodies and their pain up to us for examination. This is an honour, and a sacred trust, and I hope we will hold it well. ” Dr Ew Ju Vern Valedictorian, Class of 2016

STUDY MEDICINE in Dublin, Ireland & Penang,

MB BCh BAO R/721/6/0009 (FA 4397) 4/2018

PENANG MEDICAL COLLEGE SDN BHD (265542-K) (MOE: DULN010(P))

4 Jalan Sepoy Lines, 10450 George Town, Penang, Malaysia. t: +6 04 217 1999 f: +6 04 228 7272 e: [email protected] Programme Enquiries: t: +6 04 217 1888 e: [email protected]

/rcsiucdmalaysia www.rcsiucd.edu.my www.rcsiucd.edu.my Introduction to Why choose RCSI & UCD YEARS OF RCSI & UCD Malaysia Campus 21 EXCELLENCE Malaysia Campus?

Owned by RCSI and UCD Established by RCSI and UCD Our Vision 1996 at request of Penang State RUMC is wholly-owned by the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland Government (RCSI) and University College Dublin (UCD), two of the oldest, To be a health and well-being focussed, globally recognised, education most-prestigious medical universities in Ireland. and research centre of the highest quality. 1996 1st intake - 14 students Our Mission 2001 1st Graduates, conferred with MB, Irish Medical Education Delivered Transnationally BCh, BAO (NUI); LRCSI, LRCPI To contribute to patients and society through excellence in education, RUMC students receive high quality Irish medical education, learning, and research and to benefit healthcare in Malaysia the pre-clinical programme delivered in Dublin and the clinical President of Ireland, Her and the surrounding region. programme in Penang. Excellency, Mrs Mary McAleese 2002 visits RUMC and subsequently became Patron of RCSI & UCD Malaysia Campus Internationally Recognised Degrees RUMC students are conferred with internationally recognised RUMC is recognised by the Malaysian Medical Council (MMC) and Irish Medical 2002 1st group of government Council (IMC) as graduating high performing doctors. sponsored students medical degrees of the National University of Ireland (NUI).

Nearly 1,700 medical doctors have graduated and practice in Malaysia, Brunei, 2011 MOHE ‘MyQuest’ rating of 6 for Singapore, Ireland, UK, Malta, Australia, New Zealand, USA and many other only RUMC countries. Ample Opportunities for Biomedical and Translational Research RUMC graduates highly ranked Research opportunities exist at RCSI, UCD and RUMC. These enrich Recognised for practice in USA, Canada and others by: 2011 in MMC ‘Internship Competency’ the undergraduate student experience, build on the education ECFMG - Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates Assessment for 2009-11 received and provide the chance to publish papers, present at FAIMER - Foundation for Advancement of International Medical Education conferences and win research awards before graduation. and Research (WDOMS- World Directory of Medical Schools) RUMC wholly-owned by RCSI 2012 and UCD with Irish Medical Council accreditation Outstanding Worldwide Career Prospects Largest RUMC class in Dublin, The award of internationally recognised NUI degrees and the 2012 153 RUMC students inclusion of RUMC as an Irish Medical School in the World “ PMC became an obvious option. The greatest asset Directory of Medical Schools (www.wdoms.org) enable RUMC gained is the worldwide recognition, then international 2013 1000th RUMC doctor to graduate graduates, subject to housemanship requirements, to undertake twinning and cost. The medical degree is recognised in training and pursue careers in many countries worldwide. major English speaking countries such as Ireland, United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand. 1st postgraduate course in RUMC 2014 – MSc in Health Research I have no regrets choosing PMC for my medical training. (with RCSI) ” Highly Cost Effective Tuition Dr Hong Sheng Chiong Joint Quality Review by RCSI Tuition fees for the RUMC programmes are less than 50% of fees Class of 2011 2014 and UCD for the full programme in Dublin but culminate in the same NUI Ophthalmologist, New Zealand degrees, representing high cost-effectiveness. RUMC Inaugural Annual Medical 2015 Scholarships awarded to 6 Malaysians

MSc in Public Health (with Malaysia’s 2016 UCD) begins; attracts 10 USAID scholarships first accredited Annual Medical Scholarships: 2016 4 Malaysians; 2 Internationals private medical school (Maldives, Nepal) 2017 1,500th RUMC doctor graduates

Annual Medical Scholarships 2017 to 4 Malaysians, 1 International (Pakistan) “ I had an amazing 2 years in UCD as an international student. I felt very welcomed by the nice people in Ireland. Studies are fun with really helpful lecturers and staffs. Royal College of Surgeons I really love UCD’s wonderful studying facilities; computer rooms, printing in Ireland (RCSI) services, discussion rooms and the UCD Founded in 1784 to provide surgical training for the island Library. I have never regretted my decision of Ireland, a role that continues to this day, RCSI is a unique I definitely recommend UCD! academic and research institution. Ranked in the Top 2% ” by the Times Higher World University Rankings, RCSI is Nabila Sheikh Ismail, Ireland’s largest medical school and with campuses in 3rd year medical student Dublin and Bahrain, and the RUMC programme in Malaysia, the only medical school in the World that delivers its medical programme in three different Countries.

With a single focus on Healthcare, RCSI is a knowledge hub that brings together inspiring medical educators, experienced clinicians and ground-breaking researchers. RCSI is more than a third-level institution; it is a unique learning environment at the leading edge of healthcare education, research and innovation; an organization that, through its education and research activities is shaping the healthcare delivery models of the future.

Our Mission To educate, nurture and discover for the benefit of human health

University College Dublin (UCD) UCD is one of Europe’s leading research-intensive universities, where undergraduate education, postgraduate training, research, innovation and community engagement form a dynamic activity.

UCD is Ireland’s largest university with over 30,000 students, of which 5,000 are international from about 124 countries. We also deliver programmes to a further 5,000 students overseas.

Located on a beautiful leafy campus close to Dublin’s city centre, UCD provides a mix of academic and recreational facilities.

Founded in 1855, the UCD School of Medicine is one of Ireland’s leading medical schools, offering medical education delivered by specialist staff across an extensive network of academic and clinical locations.

Internationally recognised, the UCD School of Medicine has long-established partnerships, links and affiliations in Malaysia, the United States, Canada and China.

The UCD School of Medicine comprises scientists and clinicians united by the goal of improving patient care and health.

The School has a large, dynamic research portfolio extending from in silico bioinformatics, molecular laboratory investigations of disease to clinical research evaluating new therapeutic strategies. It has over 100 principal investigators and is currently managing research grants in excess of 75 million euro. Campus Life in Dublin

As an EU capital city, Dublin is a gateway to Europe with many budget flights daily that connect to many EU cities and other international destinations.

Students have the chance to explore many cities when in Ireland, such as Paris, London, Venice, Amsterdam and more, over long weekends.

Some take the opportunity to explore sunnier shores like the Canary Islands, Algarve and Malta.

Ireland offers many places of interest and majestic sights. Among the wonders of Ireland is Newgrange, a prehistoric monument, older than the pyramids of Egypt that is illuminated by sunlight during the winter solstice.

Study Abroad

Students who decide to attend university abroad gain, on top of everything else, invaluable life experiences. You will be immersed in a I knew about Ireland’s reputation for the best medical completely different culture. “ schools, I now love it beyond that. An RCSI and PMC twinning program was exactly what I wanted when I You meet people from different cultures, backgrounds, people with a decided to study Medicine. RCSI is the best time of my life. different work ethic and languages, who have different beliefs and life experiences than you. You learn to understand and accept differences. I’ve learned in depth about medicine in the most You will have the chance to learn from your colleagues, and to teach interesting yet challenging ways and travelled to gain them about where you come from. perspective. I’ve visited the UK, Norway, Italy, Turkey and Morocco. All of these opportunities make you a more well-rounded, compassionate person, and ultimately, a better doctor. There were so many amazing experiences I had in Dublin. I’m giving an absolute ‘yes’ for studying abroad. ” Nazli Aliana Irish Experience 3rd year medical student

The capital city of the Republic of Ireland was founded by Vikings over 1,000 years ago. Some places of interest:

The city has grown to be one of Europe’s most dynamic, student St Stephen’s Green friendly cities. Dublin has over 1.5 million inhabitants and is the St Patrick’s Cathedral headquarter for many multinational IT and software companies. It Guinness Storehouse has five universities, several museums, parks, historical sites and a Dublin Castle vibrant nightlife that is known across the globe. Powerscourt Estate Dublin is located by the Irish Sea, with the Dublin/Wicklow National Botanic Gardens mountains to the south and Ireland’s Ancient East to the North. It is James Joyce Tower and Museum easy to move around Dublin, with most attractions within walking distance and the great outdoors at a short journey with the public More on the Irish Experience and places of interest on the website: transport network. www.rcsiucd.edu.my Dubliners are fun and easy going and have embraced the international population that has entered the country over the past 20 years. Campus Life in Penang

I have no regrets whatsoever in choosing “ PMC. It’s an amazing opportunity to be part of an Irish university and still gain practical communication skills and knowledge with its clinical years in Penang. I can familiarise myself with the diseases and illnesses faced in both climate and tropical countries. PMC students certainly have this edge for work in local and foreign health services. It truly offers a world-class education, and for an unparalleled tuition fee too. ” Melvin Hoo, 2nd year medical student

During the clinical years, students will be at the RUMC Campus or the teaching hospitals and clinics in Penang. The exceptional clinical training programme is delivered by highly qualified and experienced clinicians.

The RUMC programme follows the same structure as the full programmes in Ireland and with exposure to a wider disease profile (tropical diseases). Patient contact and communications skills are given added focus so graduates are internship/housemanship ready.

Additionally, all healthcare facilities are exclusive to RUMC Medical Students which allow greater access to the practice they need to produce the quality our graduates are known for.

Penang, “The Pearl of the Orient” is off the north- Penang retains a charming appeal and distinctive western coast of Peninsular Malaysia. Located character. Its heterogeneous population is highly at the intersection of Asia’s great kingdoms and diverse in ethnicity, culture, language and religion, Europe’s powerful colonial empires, Penang has contributing to a wealth of social and cultural long served as the link between Asia’s two halves attractions. Besides being home to RCSI & UCD and an important outlet to the markets of Europe Malaysia Campus, the State is also the location and the Middle East. of one of the oldest universities in Malaysia, Universiti Sains Malaysia. Today, the island city is one of Malaysia’s most diverse, cosmopolitan and exciting cultures. It Many nationalities opt to work, live and retire culminates in George Town, a UNESCO World here and you will see evidence of diversity living Heritage Site and an urban centre that delivers harmoniously together in their friendliness. Penang old-world Asia. It is a thriving tourist destination. is also renowned as Malaysia’s culinary capital.

The island offers tropical abundance, its From exotic local street food to elegant fine dining, palm-fringed beaches and fishing villages, its its local cuisine is a perfect example of cultures mountainous jungle and farms growing exotic combining to produce a dazzling combination of produce such as nutmeg and durian. tastes and flavours. Curriculum Map Student Life including RUMC Student Association What will I study? RUMCSA President’s Message Club & Societies Annual Events Hello to you, and welcome to RUMC! RUMC Student Association – RCSI, International Week: International Night, 2.5 Years Pre-Clinical We’re glad to have you join us and UCD Malaysian Society, RUMC Student International Food Night, RUMCSA congratulate you on taking your first step Association – RUMC, Irish Society, Sports Day etc. Systems approach Incorporating to becoming a healthcare professional! Regional/National Medical Student Cardiovascular Anatomy My team and I represent students in their Associations, Medical Societies – Central Nervous System Biochemistry Clinical and Foundation Years, which Cardiovascular, Cancer, Pathological, Gastro-intestinal & Hepatology Evidence Based Medicine take place at our Penang campus. Neuroscience, O&G, Paeds, Pharmacy Genito-urinary Genetics To the Penangites, smart move choosing etc., Religious Societies, UNICEF, “ The Irish are very friendly and having Haematology Introduction to Clinical Practice a local college (with international Red Cross, Friends of MSF Society, friends makes things a lot easier. There’s Locomotor Microbiology recognition!) and the comforts of home. Volunteering, Community Outreach so much to see in Ireland. Psychology Pathology To our future colleagues from other Society, Surgeons FM (RCSI Radio Renal, Endocrine & Breast Pharmacology states and overseas, we hope to make Station) & Diverscity Newspaper Friends, support, food, places to visit, Respiratory Physics in Medicine Penang feel like your second home! (RCSI Newspaper), Art, Book Club, staying close to home and having family Sociology Physiology Should you (or your parents) want any Choral, Dance, Debate, Environmental, nearby while in Penang adds to the great Tropical Medicine Public Health & Epidemiology insight into your clinical years, please Photography, Gourmet, Philosophy experience. Surviving medical school feel free to contact us at pmcsa@ & Literature etc. requires teamwork and helping each other. ms.pmc.edu.my . But for now, enjoy your Dedication is important. Being humble and formative years as a medical student, Sports Clubs having empathy is the key to enjoying this and put yourself up for any challenge Athletics, Ball Games (Bat, Racket, Hand, career. that comes your way. It really makes RCSI & UCD Goal) & Team sports, Water Sports, Net ” learning a whole lot more fun. Dr Kiranpreet Kaur Sports, Kickboxing, Climbing, Frisbee, Class of 2016 Cycling, Equestrian and sports, Indoor RUMCSA 2017/2018 games, Kitesurfing & Outdoor pursuits, Gaelic Games (GAA), Yoga etc. Regards, Lim Jin Ji 2.5 Years Clinical Training Year 3 Clinical & Communication Skills Orthopaedics Family Medicine Surgery Medicine

Year 4 Ear, Nose & Throat Paediatrics Elective Public Health Forensic & Legal Medicine Surgery Medicine Orthopaedics Obstetrics Surgery Ophthalmology

Year 5 Anaesthesiology Surgery Emergency Medicine Psychiatry Family Medicine Public Health Medicine Radiology Orthopaedics

RUMC Students Student Opportunities Support

Research Strong student support is provided across Ireland and Malaysia. Here are some of the support provided RCSI and UCD are not only medical schools for students: steeped in the tradition of producing world class doctors, they also produce groundbreaking medical innovators and researchers. As a RUMC Accommodation Assistance student, you are encouraged and supported to embrace independent learning and seek research opportunities as a supplement to the prescribed Career mentorship curriculum and continue your research achievements at RUMC. Counselling & Psychological Support “ Sports clubs and societies allow me to get to know to the Opportunities can begin with RCSI Research Housemanship/ Medical Council dwellers of UCD from across the globe. I joined Taekwondo, Summer School, UCD Student Summer Research registration assistance Medical Society, Japanese Society and International Student Awards and RUMC Annual Research Day, or Society. These societies allow me to build my social skill working with postgraduate students, faculty with people with different walks of lives. I also joined some and hospitals. Projects range across a broad Medical Services Assistance taekwondo tournaments and the trophies that I won will spectrum of disciplines, from biochemistry, be a sweet memory for me from UCD. The sports centre bioinformatics, molecular biology, immunology Visa Application has a top class facility comprised of gyms, Olympic-sized and inflammation, microbiology, molecular swimming pool, sports hall, football pitch and fields. There is oncology, neurosciences and physiology, always room for everyone to get active and overall I never pharmacology, and cognitive science to clinical regret my decision to apply to UCD. investigation and bioethics. ” Solihin Zahari

“ The experience gained from RCSI’s Research Summer School (RSS) is both enriching & enjoyable. Engaging in research has helped me learn how to think critically, independently and creatively. ” Melvin Hoo, 2nd year medical student

Volunteering RCSI, UCD and RUMC recognise the significance of education and health management in both the life of an individual and a community and is committed to finding ways in which to give back to our communities in Ireland, Malaysia and abroad.

Many opportunities exist for students to engage with the community through volunteering and other activities. Faculty, student clubs and societies, with the support of Student Services also lead a number of key community based initiatives that make a real difference, even during natural disasters.

“ My volunteering experience at the National Medals / Awards Rehabilitation Hospital (NRH) in Dublin All students together with was very insightful. It is a rehabilitation classmates at RCSI & UCD hospital for patients who have acquired can compete for medals and a physical or cognitive disability due to in academic competitions, or accident, illness or injury. I spent time enhance an aspect of your with the patients and had observation of experience which can result physiotherapy treatment sessions. in awards (recognition or ” financial) and medals. Goh Chia Yin 2nd year medical student Tuition Fees Admission (5-Year Programme) Procedure

Minimum Entry Requirements No. of Years Semesters Per Semester Total in Euros Total in RM A-Level € 16,500 € 82,500 RM 395,125 Pre-Clinical Years in Dublin 2.5 years 5 Submit ‘Online Application’ € 19,000 € 95,000 RM 457,400 A, B, B including Chemistry and Biology and Physics or Mathematics

RM 43,873 RM 219,365 Clinical Years in Penang 2.5 years 5 - STPM RM 57,500 RM 287,500 A, B+, B+ including Chemistry and Biology and Physics or Mathematics Review of Application RM 614,490 Grand Total 5 years 10 RM 744,900 IB 36 points (with bonus points) with a minimum score of 5 points in Higher Level Chemistry Malaysian Student * The fees reflect fluctuating exchange rates and are correct at the time of printing. and Higher Level Biology Called for Interview RUMC reserves the right to make changes to the fees without prior notice. International Student Australian Matriculation ATAR 95

Malaysia Matriculation/Foundation Offer (Provisional or Firm) in Science (approved courses) 3.5 CGPA in Chemistry, Biology, Physics (only FIS), Mathematics and English English Language Final Payment The RCSI – UCD Dublin IELTS 6.5 overall with minimum of 6.0 for each components; Cambridge 1119 GCE O-Level/IGCSE Scholarships Scholarship Recipient English: Minimum of B 2017 For detailed information on tuition fees, entry requirements and admission procedures Scholarships are available annually for for the 5 year programme, please visit Pre- Departure Orientation (PDO) academically excellent students who are applying to the RUMC programme. www.rcsiucd.edu.my This scholarship applies for both RCSI and UCD pathways. Talal Almas Jamie Tan Wan Lin Rachel Leong Qi Qi Ayesha Khalidah Binti Ng Kuan Yee Departing to Dublin Since 2015, 17 outstanding students are (Pakistan) (Malaysia) (Malaysia) Mohamed Khamir (Malaysia) pursuing their dream, made possible Roots College International AIMST University Methodist College KL (Malaysia) UCSI University Getting into the PMC Programme is in itself “ with these scholarships. a major achievement. My advice, aim far 2016 higher than the required grades, to ensure competitiveness. Also, if possible, take the Registration with RCSI or UCD opportunity to shadow a doctor, get a feel of what it’s really like in a hospital, seeing patients in the wards. Furthermore, attend courses in basic first aid, or at least get some volunteering experience done. Doctors are selfless individuals who put Chan Weng Kit Aisha Nafha Saleem Goh Chia Yin Neema Norbu Sherpa Aneesha Chettri D/O Melissa Mae Gabriel (Malaysia) (Maldives) (Malaysia) (Nepal) Suresh Bahador (Malaysia) their patients’ priorities first and foremost, TENBY International TENBY International St Xavier’s College Nepal (Malaysia) Methodist College KL so it is good to get a feel for their motivation School, Ipoh School, Ipoh Kuala Lumpur SMK Desa Mahkota before committing to medicine.” 2015 Chan Weng Kit 2nd year medical student

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