Impacting the Medical Field with Biomedical Sciences

Biomedical Sciences, also known as Biomedicine, is an academic field dedicated to the advancement of modern medicine. It is a very diverse discipline - offering students an opportunity to make a real difference in the world. The broadness of this field allows graduates to explore and pursue a wide range of career prospects.

Newcastle University Medicine Malaysia (NUMed), an international branch campus of Newcastle University, UK, offers a BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Sciences (BMS) programme that is identical to that offered at its parent campus, with the goal of grooming students to be future-ready biomedical researchers in a variety of areas.

“A career in biomedical sciences makes a real significance in the world as graduates of the study will be at the forefront of researching and developing medications as well as conducting environmental investigations,” said Dr. Madihah Rushaidhi, Associate Professor and Dean of Biomedical Sciences at NUMed.

This multifaceted approach in BMS, according to Dr. Roshan Mascarenhas, Associate Professor and Assistant Dean of Biomedical Sciences at NUMed, allows students to spend their first two years of study on Malaysian shores before moving on to the UK campus for their final year, where research-led teaching and an intensive research project will be the primary focus.

Furthermore, during the course of study, practical and theoretical mastery is emphasised. NUMed academics strive to educate students with in-depth knowledge in essential disciplines including biochemistry, genetics, physiology, microbiology, immunology, and pharmacology, as well as hands-on laboratory experience. In fact, they are required to undergo Practical Skills Modules that are specifically designed to hone their research skills with on-field training.

According to Dr. Roshan, NUMed students have obtained authentic and holistic research exposure in recent years, including proposal writing, grant applications, field work, wet lab skills, lab administration, data collection and analysis, and study publication.

“Our students can collaborate with experts from other institutions or nations. This implies that throughout their project period, they may be able to work with other specialists in Malaysia and around the world, enjoying in-depth learning opportunities with these experts," Dr. Roshan added.

“As we enter an era of constant technological advancements, there are significant opportunities for scientific research and development in a variety of areas in the medical field, including pharmaceuticals, bio-instruments, imaging, and medical instruments,” said Dr. Madihah.

NUMed is equipped with the right resources for BMS students to hone a wide range of abilities necessary to future-proof society against emerging viruses and illnesses, as well as to mould capable researchers for the future.

For further details on the university’s BMS undergraduate programme, email admissions@newcastle.edu.my, call +607-555 3800, WhatsApp +6011-1231 5411/+6012-784 9456 or visit https://www.ncl.ac.uk/numed/.