International Medical University has developed a worldwide reputation as a world-class center for healthcare education, clinical research, and healthcare innovation.

IMU University Fees Courses Intakes & Admission Requirements

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IMU University refers to the International Medical University (IMU) is located in Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur. It is Malaysia’s first and sole private university dedicated to medical and health sciences. Since 1992, IMU University has developed a worldwide reputation as a world-class center for healthcare education, clinical research, and healthcare innovation. With a relentless focus on creating highly skilled and empathetic healthcare practitioners, IMU combines intellectual intensity with clinical experiential work.

The university offers a wide selection of degree programs in disciplines like Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Nursing, Biomedical Science, Psychology, Nutrition, Chiropractic, and Health Informatics, among many others. A unique feature of the International Medical University (IMU) is its Partner University Program (PUP), whereby students are allowed to begin their studies in Malaysia and then complete their studies at distinguished partner universities in the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand.

The contemporary IMU campus offers a vibrant educational environment augmented by up-to-date laboratories, simulated centers, and clinical campuses throughout Malaysia. Driven by its mission to be a pioneer of world-class excellence in learning and scholarship, IMU steadfastly leads the way in advancing the future direction of healthcare education in Asia and around the world.

Our Campuses: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Status: Private University

Established Year: 1992 (as International Medical College), awarded full university status later (1999).

Moto/ Vision: To be an excellent technology-based educational institution and to nurture future leaders.

Website: https://imu.edu.my/

Location: IMU University – Bukit Jalil Main Campus126, Jalan Jalil Perkasa 19, Bukit Jalil, 57000 Kuala Lumpur.

IMU University Rankings 2025

IMU World QS Ranking: 151-200 (By Subject)

Specialty: Technology and engineering-based courses are available here, enabling students to develop their careers in the tech industry.

Intakes: February, September

Total Students: Approximately 3,500 to 4,000 students.

Chancellor: YBhg Tan Sri Dato’ Dr Yahya Awang

Vice-Chancellor / CEO: As of August 2024, Professor Emerita Datuk Dr Asma binti Ismail holds the role.

English Requirement

English Proficiency ExaminationOverall Band score
IELTS6.5 (Those who opt for the Partner Medical School option must achieve an overall score of 7.0)
MUETScore of 4*
CAE (Cambridge English: Advanced)Score of 180*
CPE (Cambridge English Proficiency)Score of 200*
PTE (Pearson Test of English)Score of 58*

IMU University EMGS Fees

DetailsFoundation ProgrammesMedicineDentistryPharmacyAll other programs
Application FeeRM 500RM 950RM 950RM 500RM 500
Registration FeeRM 1,000RM 3,400RM 3,400RM 2,000RM 2,000
International Student Admin FeesRM 2,400
Refundable Caution DepositRM 1,000RM 2,000RM 3,000RM 2,000RM 1,000

IMU University Tuition Fees

Foundation Program Fees

Program NameDurationTotal SemesterPer Semester FeeTotal Tuition Fee
Foundation in Arts1 year3RM 10,300RM 30,900
Foundation in Science1 year3RM 10,300RM 30,900

IMU University Bachelor Program Fees

Bio Veterinary Science
Program NameDurationTotal SemesterPer Semester FeeTotal Tuition Fee
Bachelor of Science in Bio Veterinary Science (Honors) (IMU)3 years5 long semestersRM 37,300RM 222,750
1 Research Short semesterRM 18,125
1 Transition to PracticeRM 18,125

Bursary of RM 30,000. The bursary will be deducted equally from Semester 2 onwards. A bursary is awarded at the discretion of the University, and its decisions are final. The fees for the industrial track of this program will be provided soon.

MEDICINE

Program NameDurationTotal SemestersPer SemesterTransfer Fee Per SemesterPer YearTotal Tuition Fee
Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) (IMU)5 years10RM 67,250RM 134,500RM 672,500
Degree from Partner University
Phase 1 at IMU University2.5 years5RM 67,250RM 6,000RM 134,500RM 336,250
Phase 2 at Partner Medical School (PMS)
CountryAverage YearsTotal SemestersTuition Fee Per Year
Australia2.5 – 3 years5 – 6AUD 75,000 – 87,360
Malta3 years6€37,500
New Zealand3 years6NZD 101,236
United Kingdom2.5 – 3 years5 – 6GBP 42,700 – 67,500
  • Total fee for BMed Sc is RM44,500. The average total study duration varies with each partner university.
  • Students who are transferring to partner universities will be required to pay a transfer fee of RM6,000 per semester.
  • Overseas fees are indicative and subject to annual increase and currency exchange rate. Fees are exclusive of the levy and bridging fee. #The total tuition fee amount shown does not include transfer fees.

DENTISTRY

Program NameDurationTotal SemestersPer SemesterTransfer Fee Per SemesterPer YearTotal Tuition Fee
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) (IMU)5 years10RM 71,700RM 143,400RM 717,000
Degree from Partner University
Degree from Partner University2.5 years5RM 71,700RM 6,000RM 143,400RM 358,500

Equipment Cost

Students will be required to purchase equipment to carry out the required training exercises of the course. The sum is estimated at approximately RM10,000.

Phase 2 at Partner Dental School (PDS)
University NameDurationAverage YearsTotal SemestersTuition Fee Per Year
Credit transfer to The University of Adelaide5.5 years3 years6AUD 102,060
Credit transfer to Dalhousie University5.5 years3 years6CAD 88,918
Credit transfer to the University of Otago5 years2.5 years5NZD 111,479
Credit transfer to the University of Dundee5.5 years3 years6GBP 52,645
Credit transfer to the University of Glasgow5.5 years3 years6GBP 55,050
Credit transfer to the University of Liverpool5.5 years3 years6GBP 48,550
  • Students who are transferring to partner universities will be required to pay a transfer fee of RM 6,000 per semester.
  • Overseas fees are indicative and subject to annual increase and currency exchange rate. Fees are exclusive of the levy and bridging fee.
  • The total tuition fee amount shown does not include transfer fees.

PHARMACY

Program NameDurationTuition FeeEstimated Tuition Fees at Partner University
Total SemestersPer SemesterPer YearTotal Tuition FeeYearsTotal SemestersTuition Fee Per Year
Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) (IMU)4 years8RM 29,125RM 58,250RM 233,000
Credit Transfer to University of Otago# Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm)4 years4RM 29,125RM 58,250RM 116,5002 years4NZD 48,481
Credit Transfer to University of Tasmania# Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honors)4 years4RM 29,125RM 58,250RM 116,5002 years4AUD 40,450
Credit Transfer to The University of Sydney## Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honors) / Master of Pharmacy Practice6 years4RM 29,125RM 58,250RM 116,5004 (3 yrs UG + 1 yr PG)8AUD 57,700 (UG) AUD 57,700 (PG)
Credit Transfer to The University of Sydney### Bachelor of Pharmacy and Management (Honors) / Master of Pharmacy Practice74RM 29,125RM 58,250RM 116,5005 (4 yrs UG +1 yr PG)10AUD 57,700 (UG) AUD 57,700 (PG)
  • Students who opt for credit transfer to the University of Otago and the University of Tasmania are required to complete additional modules.
  • Early exit option: Complete 3 years of study at Sydney (rather than 4 years as originally planned) and graduate with either a Bachelor of Pharmacy or Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honors)
  • Early exit option: Complete 4 years of study at Sydney (rather than 5 years as originally planned) and graduate with either a Bachelor of Pharmacy and Management, or Bachelor of Pharmacy and Management (Honors)

PHARMACEUTICAL CHEMISTRY FEES

Program NameDurationTotal SemestersTuition FeeEstimated Tuition Fees at Partner University
Per SemesterPer YearTotal Tuition FeeYearsTotal SemestersTuition Fee Per Year
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Pharmaceutical Chemistry (IMU)4 years8RM 23,500RM 47,000RM 141,000
Credit transfer to the University of Dundee (Undergraduate degree)3 years2RM 23,500RM 47,000RM 47,00024GBP 27,400
Credit transfer to the University of Dundee (Postgraduate)4 years2RM 23,500RM 47,000RM 47,0003 (2 yrs BSc +1 yr MSc)6GBP 27,400 (BSc)GBP 27,900 (MScBMS) GBP 23,000 (MScBMSw) GBP 29,805 (MSc by Research)
Credit Transfer to The University of Sydney Master of Pharmacy (MPharm)5 years6RM 23,500RM 47,000RM 141,00024AUD 58,800
Credit Transfer to the University of Otago Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science3 years3RM 23,500RM 47,000RM 70,5001.53NZD 41,962
Credit transfer to the University of Strathclyde (Undergraduate Degree)4 years4RM 23,500RM 47,000RM 94,00024GBP 23,630
Credit transfer to the University of Strathclyde (Postgraduate)5 years4RM 23,500RM 47,000RM 94,0003 (2 yrs BSc + 1 yr MSc)7GBP 23,630 (BSc)GBP 27,800 (MSc)
Credit transfer to the University of Strathclyde (Integrated Masters degree)5 years4RM 23,500RM 47,000RM 94,00036GBP 27,800

* It is compulsory to complete the one-year IMU Foundation in Science before embarking on this pathway. Fees for the Foundation in Science are RM 30,900

BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE

Program NameDurationTotal SemestersTuition FeeEstimated Tuition Fees at Partner University
Per SemesterPer YearTotal Tuition FeeYearsTotal SemestersTuition Fee Per Year
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Biomedical Science (IMU)3 years6RM 23,500RM 47,000RM 141,000
Credit Transfer to The University of Newcastle Bachelor of Biomedical Science3 years3RM 23,500RM 47,000RM 70,5001.5 years3AUD 46,110
Credit Transfer to the University of Otago Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science4 years4RM 23,500RM 47,000RM 94,0002 years4NZD 48,147
Credit Transfer to University of Strathclyde** BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science4 years4RM 23,500RM 47,000RM 94,0002 years4GBP 27,800
Credit Transfer to University of Strathclyde** BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science3 years2RM 23,500RM 47,000RM 47,0002 years4GBP 27,800
Progression to the University of Strathclyde** MSc Forensic Science4 years6RM 23,500RM 47,000RM 141,0001 year2GBP 32,350

* It is compulsory to complete the one-year IMU Foundation in Science before embarking on this pathway. Fees for the Foundation in Science are RM 30,900.

* All IMU students transferring and progressing to the University of Strathclyde who meet the eligibility criteria will be eligible for a 15% bursary. Applicable upon transfer to the University of Strathclyde.

MEDICAL BIOTECHNOLOGY

Program NameDurationTotal SemestersTuition FeeEstimated Tuition Fees at Partner University
Per SemesterPer YearTotal Tuition FeeYearsTotal SemestersTuition Fee Per Year
Bachelor of Applied Science (Hons) in Medical Biotechnology (IUM)36RM 23,500RM 47,000RM 141,000
Credit Transfer to The University of NewcastleBachelor of Biotechnology3.53RM 23,500RM 47,000RM 70,50024AUD 45,490
Progression to the University of Strathclyde Industrial Biotechnology46RM 23,500RM 47,000RM 141,00012GBP 31,250
Progression to the University of Strathclyde*MSc Forensic Science46RM 23,500RM 47,000RM 141,00012GBP 31,250

DIETETICS WITH NUTRITION

Program NameDurationTotal SemestersTuition FeeEstimated Tuition Fees at Partner University
Per SemesterPer YearTotal Tuition FeeYearsTotal SemestersTuition Fee Per Year
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Dietetics with
Nutrition (IMU)
48RM27,000RM 54,000RM 216,000
Credit Transfer to Griffith University Bachelor of Nutrition & Dietetics44RM 27,000RM 54,000RM 108,00024AUD 41,500
Credit Transfer to the University of NewcastleBachelor of Nutrition & Dietetics (Honors)44RM27,000RM 54,000RM 108,00024AUD 42,520

NUTRITION

Program NameDurationTotal SemestersTuition FeeEstimated Tuition Fees at Partner University
Per SemesterPer YearTotal Tuition FeeYearsTotal SemestersTuition Fee Per Year
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Nutrition (IMU)36RM 23,500RM 47,000RM 141,000
Credit Transfer to Deakin University Bachelor of Nutrition Science34RM 23,500RM 47,000RM 94,00012AUD 40,200

NURSING

Program NameDurationTotal SemestersTuition FeeEstimated Tuition Fees at Partner University
Per SemesterPer YearTotal Tuition FeeYearsTotal SemestersTuition Fee Per Year
Bachelor of Nursing (Hons) (IMU)48RM 12,375RM24,750RM 99,000

CHIROPRACTIC

Program NameDurationTotal SemestersTuition FeeEstimated Tuition Fees at Partner University
Per SemesterPer YearTotal Tuition FeeYearsTotal SemestersTuition Fee Per Year
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Chiropractic (IMU)510RM 35,300RM 70,600RM 353,000
Credit Transfer to CQ University, Australia*Bachelor of
Science (Chiropractic) and Master of Clinical Chiropractic
54RM 35,300RM 70,600RM 141,2003
(1 yr BSc
+2 yrs
MClin Chiro)
8
(2 sems BSc) + 6 terms
MClin Chiro)
Approx.
AUD 40,500
(BSc) +
Approx.
AUD 49,920
(MClin Chiro
Credit Transfer to Health Sciences University, England
Master of Chiropractic
56RM 35,300RM 70,600RM
211,800
24GBP 16,560
Credit Transfer to University of South Wales, England# Master of Chiropractic56RM 35,300RM 70,600RM 211,80024GBP 16,200
Credit Transfer to Macquarie University, Australia#
Bachelor of Chiropractic Science and Master of Chiropractic, CQ University
54RM 35,300RM 70,600RM 141,2006
2 yrs (Bachelor)
+ 4 yrs (Masters)
6
2 yrs (Bachelor)
+ 4 yrs (Masters)
AUD 47,400
(Bachelor)
+
AUD 51,000
(Master)

CHINESE MEDICINE

Program NameDurationTotal SemestersTuition FeeEstimated Tuition Fees at Partner University
Per SemesterPer YearTotal Tuition FeeYearsTotal SemestersTuition Fee Per Year
Bachelor of Science (Hons) Chinese Medicine (IMU)510RM 16,000RM 32,000RM 160,000
Credit Transfer to Shanghai University of TCMBachelor of Chinese Medicine56RM 16,000RM 32,000RM 96,00024RMB 28,000
Credit Transfer to Western Sydney University Bachelor of Traditional Chinese Medicine44RM 16,000RM 32,000RM 64,00024AUD 35,960

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION WITH HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT

Program NameDurationTotal SemestersTuition FeeEstimated Tuition Fees at Partner University
Per SemesterPer YearTotal Tuition FeeYearsTotal SemestersTuition Fee Per Year
Bachelor of Business Administration with
Healthcare Management (Honors) (IMU)
35 long Sem
1short Sem
1 Industrial Training
RM 20,400
RM 12,000
RM 12,000
RM 126,000
Credit Transfer to University of Liverpool BA (Hons) Business Management32 long Sem
1 short Sem
RM 20,400
RM 12,000
RM 52,80024£ 25,000
Credit Transfer to the University of Otago Bachelor of Commerce32 long Sem
1 short Sem
RM 20,400
RM 12,000
RM 52,80024NZD
40,272

DIGITAL HEALTH

Program NameDurationTuition Fee
Total SemesterPer SemesterTotal Tuition Fee
Bachelor’s in Digital Health (Hons) (IMU) 36 long semesters
1 short semester
RM 19,350
RM 9,900
RM 126,000

COMMUNICATION WITH HEALTH

Program NameDurationTuition Fee
Bachelor of Communication with Health (Honors) (IMU)3Total SemesterPer SemesterTotal Tuition Fee
5 long Sem
1 short Sem
Industrial Placement
RM 18,000
RM 12,000
RM 24,000
RM 126,000

PSYCHOLOGY

Program NameDurationTotal SemestersTuition FeeEstimated Tuition Fees at Partner University
Per SemesterPer YearTotal Tuition FeeYearsTotal SemestersTuition Fee Per Year
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Psychology (IMU)36 long Sem
2 Short Sem
RM 14,750
RM 12,750
RM 114,000
Credit Transfer to The University of Newcastle Bachelor of
Psychological Science
3.54 long Sem
2 Short Sem
RM 14,750RM 84,5001.53AUD
42,520
Credit Transfer to University of Strathclyde (Hons) Psychology & Counseling or BA (Hons) Psychology44 long Sem
2 Short Sem
RM 12,750RM 84,50024GBP
21,550
Credit Transfer to University of Strathclyde* BSc (Hons) Psychology & Counselling and MSc Counselling & Psychotherapy64 long Sem2 Short SemRM 14,750RM 84,5004
(2 yrs BSc
+
2 yrs MSc)
8GBP
21,550(BSc)
GBP13,694
(MSc)

IMU University Postgraduate Fees

SCHOOL OF PSYCHOLOGY AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

Program NameTotal CreditProgram TypeFee Per CreditTotal Fee
Clinical Psychology (Master)60ConventionalRM 1,350RM 81,000
Counseling (Master)54ConventionalRM 1,200RM 64,800

SCHOOL OF POSTGRADUATE STUDIES

Program NameTotal CreditProgram TypeFee Per CreditTotal Tuition FeeTotal Fee
Master Of Science in Analytical & Pharmaceutical Chemistry (MSc)21ConventionalRM 1,250RM 26,250RM 53,750
22Research PaperRM 1,250RM 27,500
Master Of Science in Analytical & Pharmaceutical Chemistry (MSc)21Open & Distance
Learning (ODL)
RM  900RM 18,900RM 43,100
22Research PaperRM 1,100RM 24,200
Postgraduate Certificate in Business Administration in Healthcare
Management
21ConventionalRM 1,400RM 29,400
Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration in Healthcare
Management
12ConventionalRM 1,400RM 16,800
Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Management13ConventionalRM 1,400RM 18,200
Postgraduate Diploma Diabetes Management & Education30Open & Distance
Learning (ODL)
RM 900RM 27,000
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Informatics & Analytics20ConventionalRM 1,250RM 25,000
Postgraduate Diploma in Health Informatics & Analytics10ConventionalRM 1,250RM 12,500
Master Health Informatics & Analytics10ConventionalRM 1,250RM 12,500
Postgraduate Certificate in Health Professions Education20ConventionalRM 1,125RM 22,500
20Open & Distance
Learning (ODL)
RM 900RM 18,000
Postgraduate Diploma in Health Professions Education12ConventionalRM 1,125RM 13,500
Master Health Professions Education10ConventionalRM 1,125RM 11,250
Total Credit Hours 42Total
(Conventional)
RM 47,250
Total (ODL +
Conventional)
RM 42,750
Master of Science in Molecular Medicine (MSc)20ConventionalRM 1,250RM 25,000RM 50,000
20Research PaperRM 1,250RM 25,000
Master of Science in Molecular Medicine (MSc)20Open & Distance
Learning (ODL)
Research Paper
RM 900RM 18,000RM 40,000
20Research PaperRM 1,100RM 22,000
Master Pharmacy Practice40ConventionalRM 1,250RM 50,000
Master of Science* Public Health (MSc)31ConventionalRM 1,250RM 38,750RM 50,000
09Research PaperRM 1,250RM 11,250
Master of Science* Public Health (MSc)31Open & Distance
Learning (ODL)
RM 900RM 27,900RM 37,800
09Research PaperRM 1,100RM 9,900
Master of Science (MSc) Medical & Health SciencesRM 10,750RM 23,600
Doctor in Philosophy (PhD) Medical & Health SciencesRM 14,050RM 30,700
Doctor in Philosophy (PhD) Health Professions EducationRM 14,050RM 28,100
Doctor in Philosophy (PhD) Healthcare ManagementRM 14,050RM 28,100

Payment Details:

Online Payment to CIMB Account: www.cimbclicks.com.my

Why IMU University?

  • With more than 20 years of devoted attention to healthcare education, IMU is the first and most reputable private medical and healthcare university in Malaysia.
  • eligibility to transfer to prestigious universities in Australia or the UK or finish the entire program in Malaysia.
  • High international standards have been met in the development of the medical curriculum.
  • Students are better equipped to care for patients, learn how to ride a horse, and become better doctors.
  • Combining research and medical practice with education.
  • Renowned and highly experienced faculty
  • You will gain an advantage in the job market at IMU by gaining relevant clinical exposure and/or industrial placements that better equip you to become a healthcare professional.
  • A Medical University with Self-Accreditation Status

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