MAHSA University

MAHSA UniversityΒ is a private medical school located in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. It was originally founded in 2005 in Pusat Bandar Damansara as a college, but byΒ 2009 it had received university status.
The initiator of the establishment of the university wasΒ Professor Tan SriΒ Dr Mohamed Haniffa, a practicing physician and the Executive Chairman of the MAHSA Group. His main goal wasΒ to developΒ an academic space capable of producing highly qualified specialists in the field of medicine and other sciences.
MAHSA UniversityΒ has received fullΒ accreditation from the Malaysian Qualifications AuthorityΒ (MQA)Β and is recognized by the Ministry of Education MalaysiaΒ as an officiallyΒ registered online university.
According to theΒ QS World University RankingsΒ , MAHSA is rankedΒ 7595thΒ in the world. The university has about 6,000 Malaysian students and 1,200 international students.
Educational philosophy
MAHSA strives to goΒ beyond standardΒ classroom teaching. The main focus is on preparing students for real professional work. This is reflected in the signatureΒ PRIDE (Professional, Industry-Ready Education) programΒ and a series of practice-oriented master classes. The online platform ELEVATE allows students to study in a flexible and innovative format, regardless of their location.
Languages ​​of instruction:
Instruction is provided in English and Malay.
Educational programs and directions.
The university started with two study programmes but today offersΒ over 30 accredited coursesΒ based on the Malaysian model, as well as joint programmesΒ with Anglia Ruskin University, UK.Β The programmes cover a wide range of specialisations:
  • Health Sciences: Bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs are offered in medicine, dentistry and pharmacy.
  • Nursing: Diploma, bachelor’s, and master’s programs in nursing are available.
  • Health and Biomedical Sciences: Students can choose from undergraduate and graduate programs in biomedical sciences, medical laboratory science, bioinformatics, and other specialties.
  • Physical Therapy: Bachelor’s and Master’s programs in Physical Therapy are offered.
  • Other areas: The university also offers programs in business, engineering, information technology and education.
Medical specialties are also implementedΒ in partnership with Northumbria University (UK).
The university’s modern laboratories and medical centersΒ are considered to be among the best equipped in the countryΒ – each student has access to personal equipment. MAHSA also offersΒ double degrees:Β after 4 years of study, you can receive two degrees – local and British.
Admission requirements
To enroll in a bachelor’s degree after grade 11, you will need to completeΒ a preparatory program such as A-Levels, IB, Foundation,Β or completeΒ the first year ofΒ university in your home country.
Each program may have its own specific start dates. Additional recruitment dates:
– May recruitment:Β May 2025
– September intake:Β September 2025
– November intake:Β November 2025
For admission,Β an IELTS certificateΒ (from 5.5 points) orΒ TOEFL (on request) is required.Β For the master’s degree – from 6.0 points and above.
Additionally
PortfolioΒ is a must for creative fields (design, architecture).
Motivation letterΒ – 300-500 words
InterviewΒ – conducted online for medical specialties
Cost of training (approximate).
Bachelor’s degree:
– Medicine (MBBS):Β RM428,200Β (~USD107,050) for 5 years;
– Dentistry (DDS):Β RM435,500Β (~USD108,875) for 5 years;
– Pharmaceuticals:Β RM184,320Β (~USD46,080) for 4 years.
Master’s degree:
MBA:Β RM 38,420Β (~USD 9,600) for 1 year;
MBA in Healthcare:Β RM 38,840Β (~USD 9,700);
Medical Sciences (Anatomy):Β RM39,140Β (~USD9,800) for 2 years.
Additionally, you should consider the costs of accommodation, food, transportation, study materials and health insurance.
Accommodation and personal expenses
Accommodation:Β RM 1,500 to RM 18,000Β per year, depending on type of accommodation and preferences.
Medical insurance: aboutΒ RM 2,500Β per year.
Personal expenses: approximatelyΒ RM 1,000Β per year.
Registration and visa fees
Registration and visa fee: aboutΒ RM 5,900Β (~USD 1,475)
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Required documents for admission
International applicants must provide the following documents:
  • Copy of International Passport: Passport must be valid for at least 16 months from the date of entry into Malaysia.
  • Academic documents: certificates, diplomas and transcripts with official translation into English.
  • English language proficiency certificate: IELTS, TOEFL, MUET, Cambridge English, PTE Academic or proof of study in English are accepted.
  • Medical certificate: confirmation of physical and mental health.
  • Vaccination certificate: if required, depending on the country of origin.
  • Passport size photographs: as required by the university.
  • Proof of financial solvency: documents confirming the availability of sufficient funds for education and living expenses.
  • Signed Letter of Acceptance: Once you have received an offer of admission, you must sign and return the letter of acceptance along with the required documents and payment.
Scholarships
For international students, there are academic scholarships available that can significantly reduce the cost of tuition.
Campus and living conditions
MAHSA has a modern campus with green spaces, sports fields, recreation areas and student residences both on and near campus.
The university also operates non-profit clinics where medical students gain practical experience serving local residents.
Additional features.
– Career Center and Academic Counseling;
– Language support for foreigners;
– Student club, university publications.
Possibility to stay in Malaysia on a work visa after graduation if you have an invitation from your employer.

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