THE STAR, THURSDAY 10 JUNE 2021 HIGHER EDUCATION

Set your sights high

Aim for that bright future you dream of and get started on your educational journey today. 2 Higher Education THE STAR, THURSDAY 10 JUNE 2021 Fast-track career in applied science

UCSI University’s Faculty of Applied Sciences’ cell tissue growth lab.

UCSI University’s Faculty of Applied Sciences houses the wet and dry aquatic lab with aquarium tanks containing jellyfish and seahorses – a facility with advanced imaging technology that enables researchers to visualise the cell growth and condition.

ESTABLISHED in 1999, UCSI University’s Faculty of Applied Sciences has distinguished itself as one of Malaysia’s leading hubs of scientific study. The faculty stands out for the quality of academic teaching and research in Biotechnology, Food Science, Nutrition and Aquatic Science. The faculty is home to intelligent and ambitious individuals who target a fast-track career in food technology, food science, applied science and other related science courses. This dynamic culture of scientific discovery is driven by the faculty’s goal to develop effective biology-based technology for application in everyday life. Nothing is ever taken for granted and each conjecture is thoroughly debated, assessed, tested and refined. UCSI University’s Faculty of Applied Sciences’ It is also making great strides in biochemistry lab. drug discovery, food and water safety, greater crop yield, and the cure of diseases, It houses the wet and dry aquatic labs among others with no signs of stopping. with aquarium tanks to home jellyfish and Meanwhile, research is a central theme seahorses – a facility with advanced imaging at the faculty as most of the academics are technology that enables researchers to PhD holders who stand out in their respec- visualise the cell growth and condition. tive disciplines, being actively involved in It also has a facility to analyse biochemical publishing their work in international enzymes, as well as organic and inorganic research journals while being fully molecules to identify and separate compo- committed to supervising their students. nents within natural and artificial materials. Its students go beyond themselves in all endeavours and the faculty provides them Distinguished alumni with myriad avenues to shine. BSc (Biotechnology) alumni Dr Kumar The faculty enjoys an impressive haul Veerapan today serves as Hail Support and of intervarsity awards and many Community Outreach manager in the United undergraduate students steal a march on States. their postgraduate counterparts by publish- “One of my greatest achievements was to ing research findings in scientific journals. obtain my PhD in human genetics from the University of Miami. It has always been a Industry demands quality graduates passion of mine since I was 14 years old to The bioscience industry in the state of gain expertise in analysing genetic data. Oregon, the United States, alone supplies “Through the training provided to me over 47,000 direct and indirect employment. from UCSI and the University of Miami, I Meanwhile, Japan, South Korea and then secured my position at the Broad Taiwan have expressed intentions to develop Institute of MIT and Harvard and the “homegrown” Covid-19 vaccines – citing the Massachusetts General Hospital as a sluggish rollout plan as a factor that deters research fellow and outreach manager for efforts to contain the spread of the disease, Hail as a genomics analysis tool,” said the these three countries are resolute to prevent 2009 alumnus. the spread domestically. A more recent graduate, BSc (Food This calls for the demand for quality Science and Nutrition) alumni Wong Lok graduates to advance science. Yee works as a Dutch Lady Milk Industries UCSI’s faculty of applied sciences’ Bhd nutritional executive. philosophy aims to provide smarter “UCSI is definitely a good platform to solutions for a smarter planet. understand the working environment. The The faculty offers programmes in biotech- academics are experts in their own field nology, aquatic science, forensic science, with sufficient knowledge of the industry,” food science and nutrition, among others. said the 2019 alumnus.

Cutting-edge facilities ■ For more information, log on to The faculty’s cutting-edge labs and www.ucsiuniversity.com.my or call facilities have played an integral part in 03-9101 8882 or 011-3592 0893. The research and in assisting students to make university will be hosting its eInfo Day great strides in various scientific discoveries. from June 12-13. THE STAR, THURSDAY 10 JUNE 2021 3 4 Higher Education THE STAR, THURSDAY 10 JUNE 2021

Getting your Alumnus leads the way homework

FOR the first time in its history, the Hong Kong, and Shanghai. done on time International Medical University Chiropractic students are (IMU) Chiropractic Programme is guided through the curriculum A STUDY group is a great way to being led by its alumnus. via a combination of lectures, revise but putting one together can On Jan 1, 2020 Dr Wong Yi Kai discussions, practical laboratory be tricky. Here’s how to form one was appointed the IMU sessions, as well as self-directed that will help you get the most out Chiropractic Programme director. and simulated clinical settings. of communal learning. Dr Wong graduated from IMU as From the first semester onwards, part of the pioneer cohort of chiro- chiropractic students learn to Think outside your comfort zone practic students in 2014 and com- enhance their sense of touch and Your friends will talk to you pleted his MSc in Public Health in develop manual skills to detect and anyway; get together a group of 2019 at the same university. correct problems with the joints of people you don’t know so that you He has been actively participa- the body, especially those of the get new angles of perspective. ting in the development of chiro- spine (neck, back and pelvis). practic in Malaysia by being As students progress through Keep it small involved in the Association of Dr Wong the curriculum, these hands-on Instead of “the more, the merri- Chiropractic Malaysia, Federation believes activities increase and ultimately, er” think “too many chefs spoil the of Complementary Natural Medical everyone students are involved in the super- broth”. Three is all right but a Association Malaysia, World could benefit vised diagnosis and management group of four is ideal as you can Federation of Chiropractic, and from of actual patients. In the final stag- pair off. Six is about maximum; Traditional and Complementary chiropractic es of training, students manage any more and you have too many Medicine Division, Malaysian care. real patients throughout their care opinions and not enough time for Ministry of Health. programme in a supervised chiro- everyone. He hopes more chiropractic practic clinic. practitioners in Malaysia will have approach for health maintenance Education Australasia (CCEA) and The next intake for this pro- Outline a plan of action the passion in this field and stand and wellness care. Malaysian Qualifications Agency gramme is in September. If you You’ve got a study guide, so plan up to serve the profession. To improve public awareness on (MQA). desire to be a healthcare profes- your meetings accordingly. Decide Dr Wong has been practising the restoration of natural spinal The only chiropractic pro- sional in a field that is rapidly how long each meeting will be, chiropractic for seven years and alignment, he often uses an analo- gramme accredited in South-East expanding throughout the world, how much you will cover and who worked at two chiropractic centres gy that describes the importance of Asia, the IMU Chiropractic apply now and start towards an will be responsible for what. Tip: within Klang Valley prior to joining regular car maintenance service to Programme is a four-year pro- exciting and highly rewarding pick a regular time and don’t IMU in April 2015. help the public relate better. gramme including academic and career. make exceptions. It’s too difficult He started working at IMU Apart from that, Dr Wong clinical training. If you have just completed your to accommodate the needs of half a Healthcare as a clinician and later hopes to provide affordable and Students have the option to SPM and do not have pre-universi- dozen people. transferred to be an academician evidence-based chiropractic care complete the entire degree at IMU ty qualification, the one-year IMU in 2017. Although an academician, to the community. or study part of the programme Foundation in Science is the pre- Pick a good place he still maintains his practice at IMU is the first and only here and then transfer to IMU ferred foundation and direct route Pick somewhere quiet so that IMU Healthcare. university to offer the complete partner universities, namely RMIT for entry into any of the universi- you’re not being blasted by music He believes everyone could chiropractic educational pro- University in Australia, AECC ty’s local degree programmes. or interrupted by friends. An benefit from chiropractic care. gramme in Malaysia as well as University College or University empty classroom or study room Most people perceive chiropractic in all of South-East Asia. of South Wales in the UK. ■ For more details, refer to is ideal. A cafeteria is OK as long care as a treatment option for The IMU Chiropractic Currently, its alumni are www.imu.edu.my or email as you don’t pick meal times pain management, but in fact, Programme is accredited by the practising in a few countries, [email protected] or call IMU when crowds will make it hard chiropractic care is a holistic prestigious Council on Chiropractic including New Zealand, Australia, at 03-2731 7272. to concentrate. THE STAR, THURSDAY 10 JUNE 2021 Higher Education 5

Tips on pulling A chance to learn coding off an all-nighter

YOU forgot about that assignment or there’s THE Faculty of Engineering and Science at a snap quiz that’s going to make or break Curtin University Malaysia (Curtin Malaysia) your grade point average. In an emergency is introducing an online short course in when you have to pull an all-nighter, there coding this month exclusively for Sijil are several nasty consequences to deal with Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) school-leavers. including being tired and stressed on the The “Begin to Code with Python” short actual day you have to perform. Here are course is aimed at giving school-leavers some ideas on how to make it work better. waiting for their results the opportunity to learn coding using Python, and ultimately Set specific study goals get interested in STEM (Science, Technology, When you’re in a panic, you might think Engineering and Mathematics) and perhaps that simply putting in the hours guarantees pursue further studies in those areas. success. It doesn’t. You need to be very Python is a popular general-purpose focused so that all your effort goes to reach- coding language used across the world for a ing your goal. Look at what you need to wide range of programming and software know to complete the assignment, quiz or development. It is one of the simplest pro- exam. This means formulating a list of all the gramming languages around and therefore spots you need to hit. Once you know what ideal for beginners to learn the fundamen- you need to do, you can work out a sensible tals of programming. approach to get it all done efficiently. Make “If you are interested in coding, which is a timetable that assigns how long you can becoming increasingly popular among spend on each goal. youngsters for all manner of digital projects, Curtin Malaysia this course is a great way to get started,” is offering SPM Kick everyone out said Kamaroizan Mohamad, programme school-leavers Studying in a group is not useful at this coordinator and Foundation Studies the opportunity point. You’ll just end up moaning about your Department lecturer, who is facilitating to learn coding work and not getting ahead. Go to your the short course. using Python. room, lock the door, switch off your phone Kamaroizan added that basically anyone and do not look at any social media. Be a can learn to use Python and no prior experi- customising various Python components to fee reimbursement if they successfully enrol hermit. Focus on the work. ence is required. acquire and format data into meaningful in its Foundation in Engineering and Science In addition to acquiring basic program- on-screen results. They will also be able programme later in the year. Schedule breaks ming skills for a variety of applications, to incorporate control structures and Your brain won’t work full tilt all night, so those taking the short course will also gain user-defined functions for the purpose ■ For more information on the “Begin you need to be sensible and have breaks. the basic skills for further of enhancing their programmes. Using to Code with Python” short course, visit There is no hard and fast rule to how often studies in computing. simple but intuitive instruction and practical https://bit.ly/CurtinPython. Those interested and how you should take a break. Best thing The short course will involve two-and-a- examples, they will be able to build on their to join can also register on the website. is to work with your body rhythms. half hour lessons each week. In the first five understanding step-by-step in each lesson,” For more details on the Foundation in For example, you may find you work best lessons, participants will learn Python basics, said Kamaroizan. Engineering and Science programme at long haul in which case you’d work 50 min- flow control, list comprehension, function Meanwhile, Dr Raymond Chiong Choo Curtin Malaysia, visit courses.curtin.edu.my utes and break for 10. Or you may be better and file processing, and in the final lesson, Wee, Engineering First Year (EFY) and For more information on Curtin Malaysia, at short flashes, in which case you’d work 20 build a simple application with Python. Foundation Studies Departments head at the visit curtin.edu.my, or look for Curtin minutes and break for five minutes. Most “Essentially, the participants will familiar- Faculty, said Curtin Malaysia is offering those Malaysia on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, importantly, seeing you’re working all ise themselves with programming syntax by who complete the short course a full course YouTube or LinkedIn. night, try to add in a good nap at the end. 6 Higher Education THE STAR, THURSDAY 10 JUNE 2021 Solid head start to tertiary studies

AFTER completing their SPM, students have to make a decision on their pre-university studies. Whether or not to select a foun- dation programme, A-Level, or a diploma programme to start one’s Diploma tertiary studies might be best students at answered by an analogy on UOW Malaysia learning how to bake a cake. Which is better? Spending four KDU are able weeks learning to bake a cake or to learn the two weeks? fundamentals “If you have already decided on in detail and pursuing a degree, it is advisable not just jump to go through the foundation into the route,” said UOW Malaysia KDU specifics of computing and creative media UOW Malaysia KDU Communication students experience holistic the discipline head Prof Dr Tan Chin Ike. learning such as hands-on media production and broadcasting instead too quickly. The difference is in the learning, of fully examination-based learning and theories. he explained. “As a diploma programme It is different in a foundation a discipline. Higher Education Fund and private universities in prepares you for work, it has to programme, which typically lasts a “These foundation programmes Corporation (PTPTN) loans. Malaysia, but points out that it is quickly delve into the specifics of year. are based on holistic learning, Those who move on to bache- entirely examination-based and is that discipline, and because of its “That year is focused on getting where students of many disciplines lor’s degree programmes after get- 18 months long. duration, the fundamentals are the fundamentals in place together learn from each other,” he said. ting diplomas will enjoy a shorter There are other pre-university sometimes not covered in depth,” with other aspects of tertiary edu- Another edge that the founda- duration to earn their degrees. options ranging from matriculation he said. cation. After that, you will have tion students would possess is that There are other routes, such as to American degree transfers, To illustrate his point, Dr Tan around three years to learn all the they are conditionally guaranteed the Cambridge A-Level. Canadian pre-university pro- used the example of learning required knowledge, attributes a place in University of Wollongong Tan said while this is accepted grammes and a few more. computer science. and skills to get ready for the job (UOW), Australia. by many universities worldwide, it “Ask yourself this,” said Dr Tan, “If it is computer science, then market,” he said. Ranked among the top 1% of is geared towards those who are “where do you intend to study and the fundamentals are probably Dr Tan said the institution’s universities worldwide, UOW in academically inclined and prefer what are your preferred learning mathematics, algorithms and logic. foundation programmes provide New South Wales is located in a 100% exam-based assessments. styles?” These fundamentals are more the most flexible pathway of all seaside city which is an hour’s “It is markedly different from He stressed that students must important than the work of pre-university options. drive from Sydney and offers an foundation programmes, which see pre-university programmes as programming itself. “Most foundation programmes exemplary overseas study experi- tend to be combinations of project- helping them adapt to university “In a two-year diploma, it is most are geared towards specific degree ence for tens of thousands of stu- based assessments and internal life – making the transition from likely that the fundamentals would programmes, but our foundation dents from around the world. semester exams, which are similar secondary education to tertiary. be covered during six months of programmes offer the flexibility But Dr Tan pointed out that the to many degree programmes,” he “Choose a programme that the programme while the remain- of choosing from a wide range of diploma programmes are still added. focuses on increasing your aca- ing time would be utilised to equip subjects. favourite choices for those who There is also the option of the demic knowledge and study skills you with the right skills to get the “This enables students who are want to enter the workforce early. Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Malaysia as well as improving your soft job done,” he said. uncertain about which specific They have a lower entrance (STPM) which has the obvious skills,” he said. The focus in any diploma pro- discipline to pursue for their requirement with a minimum of financial advantage of being gramme, Dr Tan said, is to get a bachelor’s degree programme the three credits in SPM or O-Level, government-funded. ■ For more information, look person trained and qualified for a flexibility to commence university and unlike most foundation pro- Dr Tan said STPM gives flexibili- out for the advertisement in this particular job. study without being locked in to grammes, are eligible for National ty for students to enter most public StarSpecial. Benefits Nurturing graduate employability of learning IN today’s dynamic and competi- exposure as well as diversity in tive business world being equipped business. a foreign with the latest digital and business Besides nurturing students from knowledge and skills are essential. AIMST the aspects of the curriculum, FBM Furthermore, an excellent grasp University continuously encourages the stu- language of soft skills like leadership, com- strives to dents to participate in extra-curric- munication and interpersonal nurture ular activities such as futsal compe- DID you know that learning a skills, flexibility, value diversity, students in all tition, bizlympics sports activities foreign language can boost your problem-solving, decision making required soft and organising Malaysian festive brain in terms of problem solving and an entrepreneurial mindset skills, which celebrations such as Hari Raya, abilities and creativity? Learning would set any employee apart from promote a Chinese New Year and Deepavali. any foreign language has all kinds the rest. high rate of In the past, students have of useful effects, including these To that end, the academic team three vital areas that will help you employability actively participated in the World of the Faculty of Business and Mental Arithmetic competition, boost your personal success. among Management (FBM) at AIMST PNB investment quiz competition, University strives to nurture the graduates. CIMB Stock Challenge, and Gives you a new perspective students in all required soft skills, Leadership Camps. Learning a language isn’t simply which promotes a high rate of workshops, seminars, industrial alumni Tan Yee Hang, said: “My journey in AIMST University translating. For example, in English employability among graduates. visits and webinars to expose the “Enrolling at AIMST University was has been a complete life journey we speak of people as “he” or “she” FBM offers four undergraduate students and faculty members to one of the best decisions I’ve made. changing in terms of academics but objects are “it” whereas in programmes namely Bachelor of the latest updates on finance, AIMST University has provided me and also personally. Malay “dia” can mean all three Science (Hons) in Management accounting, marketing and infor- with an excellent platform to learn “In terms of extra-curricular but in German, Frau (“woman”) is Information Systems, Bachelor of mation systems. and grow. activities, there were plenty of feminine and Man (“man”) is mas- Science (Hons) in Finance and Students are also given opportu- “I had a very memorable experi- opportunities for anyone to partici- culine. One knock-on effect is that Management, Bachelor of Science nities to realise the business activi- ence studying at AIMST University pate and engage in. As a whole, forcing your mind into new ways (Hons) in Business and Marketing, ties in practical sessions through and it has equipped me with what any person who wishes to enrol of thinking boosts your creativity and Bachelor of Science (Hons) in sales week activity. it takes to excel in the world of will not have any regrets,” said and your problem solving. Accounting and Finance. They would be given opportuni- finance.” Bachelor of Science (Hons) in As an added value, the universi- ties to pitch their related business Furthermore, the undergraduate Business and Marketing alumni Better multi-cultural skills ty has obtained accreditation ideas to promote their soft skills students are required to complete Muhammad Fadli bin Rahiman. A languages mirrors the culture from the Association of Chartered and expose them to the latest three months of industrial training A stepping stone to a business of the people that created it, so Certified Accountants (ACCA) and market development. and the university’s students have degree programme at FBM is learning it gives you an insight into Chartered Accountants in England “I have attained confidence, ana- managed to secure placements at through its foundation in business, how other communities think. This and Wales (ICAEW) and is a mem- lytical, and good team player skills various industries like Plexus which is offered by the School of process means you gain a more ber of the Institute of Marketing to exhibit at my workplace. The Manufacturing, Smart Modular General and Foundation Studies or profound understanding of your Malaysia (IMM). knowledge and experiences gained Technologies, B Braun Medical those with Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan own culture too. This would contribute to its while doing my degree programme Industries, Green Precision, Malaysia (STPM) or diploma from graduates in pursuing professional have been tremendous assets that Renesas Semiconductor (Malaysia), other recognised colleges. Boosts character qualification. I can use daily,” said Bachelor OCBC Bank and Celestica Malaysia. We tend to forget what a struggle In dealing with students’ teach- of Science (Hons) in Finance and The faculty provides opportuni- ■ For more information about the we had as tiny tots to get others to ing and learning activities, the Management alumni Eliezra ties with mobility programmes to university and its undergraduate understand us. When you learn a faculty has taken steps beyond Renuka Letchmanan. Kanagawa University in Japan and programmes, visit www.aimst.edu. foreign language, it’s like being a the formal classroom settings Sharing the same sentiment, the global immersion programmes. my. Alternatively, visit the AIMST kid again. Practising new ways of which includes organising various fellow Bachelor of Science (Hons) Both these programmes aim to University campus in Semeling, getting your message across is frus- value-added programmes such as in Finance and Management provide international business Kedah or call 012-549 8108. trating but it can be a lot of fun too. THE STAR, THURSDAY 10 JUNE 2021 Higher Education 7

Danish (fourth from right) with his coursemates from the Faculty of Information Sciences and Engineering (FISE). In the fellowship of the dragon

TRUST is what makes the world work, so hope through the use of technology and my says Disney Animation Studio’s Sisu from art,” he says. the animated fantasy flick Raya and the Last Given the global situation, the takeaway Dragon. Curating the fictional character’s from Raya and the Last Dragon could not confidence is Management and Science have been more pertinent with the inspira- University’s (MSU) own Bachelor in Creative tion being it’s never one magical act that Multimedia (Hons) graduate Danish Haikal fixes everything but one of people pulling Asman. together – not apart. A two-time recipient of the President Even if it doesn’t work out or you were Award, with the second time at the recently betrayed, trying and trying again is a must, concluded 27th Convocation Ceremony of as is hanging on and reaching out so we all Management and Science University (MSU), make it through. As quoted from the movie’s Danish is breaking ground with his dream inspired soundtrack, “Believe and we’ll be career. stronger, together greater”. He had progressed into the creative multi- MSU has become synonymous with quali- media degree programme at MSU from a ty education that is both transformative and successful two and a half years in Diploma enriching. Making an impact in Malaysia, in Multimedia at the Faculty of Information Asia as well as globally, MSU focuses on Sciences and Engineering (FISE). developing and delivering quality human Danish is the only son of a real estate capital in critical-need areas; among these agent and homemaker. He grew up with are Medicine, Health Sciences, Pharmacy, frugality as his first language. His parents Information Sciences and Engineering, understood the importance of education in as well as Business Management and breaking the chain of poverty – much mate- Professional Studies, Education and Social rial comfort had to make way for the family’s Sciences, Hospitality and Culinary, and Music two children to have a good international and Fashion. education. Danish’s sister, alumna Nuraishah The university’s award-winning academic Nazura Asman, who graduated with a programmes meet stringent standards of Bachelor in Human Capital Management local and international bodies. MSU accredi- (Hons), is now pursuing a Master in Business tors include the Malaysian Qualifications Administration (MBA) majoring in Project Agency (MQA), United Kingdom’s Management. Accreditation Services for International Being presented with the President Award Schools, Colleges and Universities (ASIC), at the 21st Convocation Ceremony in August Japan’s Alliance on Business Education and 2017 was the first among Danish’s many Scholarship for Tomorrow (ABEST21) and proud moments. Having maintained a 4.0 Accreditation Council for Entrepreneurial CGPA for six consecutive semesters out and Engaged Universities (ACEEU). of seven, he also made the Dean’s List four MSU prioritises student development to times and the Pesident’s List twice. enhance graduate employability. He was ranked Top 10 in the Adobe With 98.7% of its graduates successfully Certification Association (ACA) securing employment within six months of Championship Malaysia 2018 – a national graduation, MSU is ranked by the Ministry of competition with over a hundred universi- Higher Education (MOHE) as Malaysia’s No.1 ties and colleges in Malaysia participating. for graduate employability. An active member of FISE’s Creative Art Blending technical vocational education Club (CAC), Danish next won the Gold Medal and training (TVET) with traditional academ- Award at FISE’s iReX, for his virtual reality ic curricula, MSU enhances competencies human life simulation project on an with industry internship, community and advanced method of sustainable develop- creative entrepreneurship, as well as global ment. The final-year project caught the exposure – empowering MSU graduates with attention of many in the creative multimedia the well-roundedness desired and sought industry, one of which made him their CGI/ after by employers. VFX Artist before his internship ended. Various skill enhancement programmes Six months into the job at Light Up 7, he aimed to improve students’ competitiveness was appointed head/manager of the compa- are offered. The Graduate Employability ny’s CGI, VFX, and Motion Department. Skills (GEmS) and Personal Enrichment To have made headway into his Disney Competencies (PEC) programme serves dream is huge for Danish, as is being part to improve the students’ soft skills. of something that celebrates everything beautiful about South-East Asian culture. ■ For further details regarding the courses “Times are changing – there will be space offered at MSU, communicate with the for everyone from any corner of the world to Engagement and Enrolment Department at shine. I’d like to be as good as the top players 03-5521 6868. Additional information can in the industry, to be able to inspire and give also be obtained at www.msu.edu.my 8 Higher Education THE STAR, THURSDAY 10 JUNE 2021 A dream still worth pursuing

IT is very common for a young child to communities as opposed to individual exclaim, “One day, I am going to be a patients, the role of a doctor as a community doctor.” adviser by way of being in public health Doctors have always been familiar charac- would then be the right path for you. ters in each person’s life – at one time or Strong love of medicine coupled with another, everyone regardless of background, mathematics and statistics are the core would have had to visit a physician. ingredients in excelling in this pathway. It is no wonder that today, medicine is still By being able to read into trends and the career of choice for young Malaysians form analytical solutions, a public health leaving high school. physician would be better able to formulate In the changing face of the world and strategic preventive measures. community today, the medical profession has evolved from the traditional role of The right place to do your MBBS “rescuer from pain” to a partner-personality, With over three dozen medical schools in with whom one should work closely to live Malaysia to choose from, Manipal University healthily. College Malaysia (MUCM), formerly known Qualifying with an MBBS (Bachelor of as Melaka-Manipal Medical College, is miles Medicine-Bachelor of Surgery) is merely the ahead as a top medical school. first step as it is no longer a fixed road of Since its inception, over 6,000 medical being a practising clinician. and over 400 dental surgeons have been According to Prof Dr Adinegara Lutfi Abas, delivered to both the Malaysian and over- Manipal University College Malaysia’s seas international health systems, with many Faculty of Medicine dean, “Students have alumni progressing successfully into special- multiple pathways these days upon qualify- The future frontliners – Manipal University College Malaysia’s MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine- ist careers of their choosing. ing as a doctor. They can choose to remain Bachelor of Surgery) graduates. As a university college, MUCM’s twinning in practice, advance into research, go into programmes will evolve into fully Malaysian corporate organisations by becoming a hos- Prof Dr Adinegara. by how things start and how things can be home-grown programmes. pital manager or administrator or occupa- In a future where technology dictates, resolved, or diseases cured, becoming a Students are guided to find their true tional health specialist, or choose to serve those skills that are distinctly human will be researcher would be a good choice. paths before graduation as they are continu- the community by being in public health.” among the most valuable, and it is these As the world shrinks with ease of travel, so ously exposed to the real lives of doctors, skills that are enriched through postgraduate looms larger the threat of infectious diseases. researchers, and public health individuals The practitioner study. Considering how vital this is, Manipal Research work is also more structured through the college’s annual Postgraduate The world will never have too many University College Malaysia organises work- today, whereby evidence collected is based Fair and monthly seminars and exhibitions. physicians. With the growing population, the shops for USMLE (United States Medical on a cross-section of causes. doctor practitioner is still much needed in all Licensing Examination), PLAB (Professional With the advent of the systematic review, Fulfil your dream sectors of society. While the hours may seem and Linguistic Assessments Board), and vari- the physician research is now part of a The pursuit of medicine is a marathon, not long and un-family friendly, it comes back to ous Royal College Fellowship/Membership larger multidisciplinary team, as the study a sprint. As such, parents and students are the individual. As the saying goes, “Do what exam prep courses at its campus in Melaka, must incorporate a complete, exhaustive invited to visit Manipal University College you love, and you would never feel as if so students can prepare for them before summary of current evidence relevant to the Malaysia and personally experience life as a you’ve worked a day.” graduation with minimal travel involved. subject matter. future Manipalite. “Furthermore, medicine is one of the fields which caters for a varied range of The researcher The community adviser ■ For more details on the programme, call interests, in terms of specialisations,” added For the doctor who is constantly intrigued If it has always been your dream to treat 1700 811 662 or visit www.manipal.edu.my