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Bridging global excellence with local relevance to shape future healthcare leaders
A prominent medical school in Malaysia and the international campus of Newcastle University in the UK, NUMed connects global expertise with local needs.
As healthcare becomes increasingly globalised, there is a growing need for medical professionals who are both internationally competent and locally grounded.
As a leading medical school in Malaysia and the international branch campus of the renowned Newcastle University, UK, Newcastle University Medicine Malaysia (NUMed) is in a unique position.
Rooted in the academic excellence of its parent campus, NUMed brings a globally acclaimed medical curriculum to the Asean region.
The university is also currently the only one in Malaysia that integrates the UK Medical Licensing Assessment (UKMLA) in its MBBS curriculum, providing a seamless pathway for aspiring doctors to establish their careers in the UK and other countries where the UK's medical standards are highly favoured.
'Our Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) programme is aligned with both the UK's General Medical Council (GMC) and Malaysian Medical Council (MMC) standards.
'Importantly, students have plenty of opportunities to gain knowledge and hands-on experiences within local and international epidemiological landscapes, healthcare infrastructure and cultural realities, allowing them to develop clinical skills that are globally benchmarked yet locally applicable,' said clinical affairs dean Prof Dr Harinarayan Radhakrishna,
From the outset, NUMed's medical students engage in immersive cross-cultural clinical experiences, working in local healthcare settings and community initiatives. These include annual health camps held in rural areas, volunteer initiatives in aid of various local issues, and workshops and talks to raise awareness of selected health issues.
'These events place our students in real-world settings where they get to interact with the public in different settings.
'By being on the ground, they develop a deeper understanding of health challenges faced by local communities, learn to ask more insightful questions and listen with greater empathy, and adapt their medical knowledge to serve diverse patient populations effectively,' added Prof Harinarayan.
NUMed's medical students have many opportunities to interact with the public in diverse settings.
In addition to that, students also have the option to pursue student exchange programmes, intercalations, electives and research opportunities abroad, enabling them to expand their perspectives and reinforce their adaptability across healthcare systems.
As part of Newcastle University, UK, NUMed benefits from a robust network of academic and clinical partners worldwide. Collaborative research, faculty exchanges, joint symposia and other professional development opportunities further enrich students' educational experience.
At the same time, NUMed works closely with local healthcare providers, ministries and non-governmental organisations to ensure its students are aligned to community needs. These partnerships translate knowledge into application and ensure students graduate with a sound understanding of various healthcare systems.
'We are committed to ensuring that our students are not only internationally prepared but also regionally impactful,' Prof Harinarayan shared.
Graduates emerge well-prepared to thrive in a variety of healthcare settings. To date, nearly a thousand have taken their expertise to diverse locations around the world.
In bridging international education standards with local healthcare delivery, NUMed is shaping a new kind of medical professional who is agile, globally minded and committed to service.
Find out more about its programme offerings at email admissions@ call 07-555 3800, or WhatsApp 011-1231 5411/012-784 9456.
