Rethink medical education


POST-SPM and STPM we see various institutions advertising their entry requirements for university admissions. At the last count there are 30 medical schools in Malaysia (Berita MMA) both local as well as foreign branches of renowned universities.

While some have a clear criteria for admission based on established pre-university examinations like A levels, STPM, and Australian Matriculation, others offer a one-year foundation in science with a minimum of five credits in SPM.

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