Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences (Honours)
(R/720/6/0068) (11/26) (MQA/FA 3170)
Programme Overview
Diploma in Medical & Health Sciences previously known as Diploma in Medical Assistant program prepares the candidates in basic medical sciences and professional modules such as medicine, surgery, emergency medicine, community health, pathology and therapeutic along with university elective modules.
The programme is specifically designed to develop students with a strong foundation and skills to face the challenging world in the medical field. This program provides the students with the knowledge, skills, and attitude to be a Professional Assistant Medical Officer (AMO) which was formerly known as Medical Assistant (MA) which are registered professional healthcare providers within the Malaysian healthcare system and they are governed legally by Act 180, with Medical Assistants (Registration) Act 1977.
Lincoln university offers a THREE (3) years Diploma in Medical & Health Sciences which enable students dreams to be true in pursuing a career in health care setting. The student will receive extensive classrooms, stimulation ward, cyber anatomy lab and skill lab while in campus. Valuable real-life experiences shall be provided through attachment at partnering hospital and community health clinics. Upon completing the program, the graduates would be able to understand, diagnose, and treat simple ailments, as well as caring and curing in wellness and disease.
The scope of services provided encompasses the aspects of promotive, preventive, curative and rehabilitative in health care.
This program is approved by both the Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA) and the Ministry of Higher Education (MoHE).
Becoming a medical assistant is a good career choice because it is an in-demand career with many opportunities.
Subject Highlights
| Sl.No. | MQA Subject Code | Subject Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | BMS 1113 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I | 3 |
| 2. | BMS 1123 | Cell Biochemistry & Genetics | 3 |
| 3. | BMS 1133 | Psychology and Behavioral Science | 3 |
| 4. | BMS 1143 | Laboratory Science and Instrumentation | 3 |
| 5. | ENG 613 | ENG | 3 |
| 6. | MPU 3193/MPU 3143 | Kursus Falsafah dan isu semasa (Philosophy and Current issues course)/Malay Language Communication 2 (International) | 3 |
| 7. | MPU 3183 | Penghayatan Etika dan peradaban (Appreciation of Ethics and Civilizations) | 3 |
| 8. | BMS 1213 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 3 |
| 9. | BMS 1223 | Human Biochemistry | 3 |
| 10. | BMS 1233 | Epidemiology | 3 |
| 11. | BMS 1243 | Basic Health Informatics | 3 |
| 12. | BMS 1253 | Human Genetics | 2 |
| 13. | MPU 3212 | Human Relations and Leadership Skills | 2 |
| 14. | BMS 2313 | Basic Immunology | 3 |
| 15. | BMS 2323 | Molecular Biology Techniques | 3 |
| 16. | BMS 2333 | Basic Microbiology | 3 |
| 17. | BMS 2343 | Basic Hematology | 3 |
| 18. | BMS 2353 | Health & Community | 3 |
| 19. | MPU 3312 | Malaysian government and public policy | 2 |
| 20. | BMS 2413 | Pathology | 3 |
| 21. | BMS 2423 | Pharmacology & Toxicology | 3 |
| 22. | BMS 2433 | Parasitology and Entomology | 3 |
| 23. | BMS 2443 | Transfusion Science and Phlebotomy | 3 |
| 24. | MPU 3412 | Community Service | 2 |
| 25. | BMS 2456 | Biomedical Practicum I | 6 |
| 26. | BMS 3513 | Systemic Pathology and Cytology | 3 |
| 27. | BMS 3523 | Clinical Biochemistry | 3 |
| 28. | BMS 3533 | Medical Microbiology | 3 |
| 29. | BMS 3563 | Advanced Pharmacology | 3 |
| 30. | BMS 3576 | Biomedical Practicum II | 6 |
| 31. | BMS 3613 | Laboratory Animal Sciences | 3 |
| 32. | BMS 3623 | Advanced Hematology & Blood Banking | 3 |
| 33. | BMS 3633 | Intellectual properties, Bioethics, Biosafety & Biosecurity | 3 |
| 34. | BMS 3656 | Industrial Training | 6 |
| 35. | BMS 4712 | Final Year Project I | 2 |
| 36. | BMS 4723 | Research Methodology | 3 |
| 37. | BMS 4733 | Medical technology and engineering | 3 |
| 38. | BMS 4791 | Entrepreneurship in Healthcare Profession | 1 |
| 39. | BMS 4743 | Health Management, Entrepreneurship & Economy | 3 |
| 40. | BMS 4753 | Health Communication & Education | 3 |
| 41. | BMS 4763 | Ethics & Laws of Health Professional | 3 |
| 42. | BMS 4773 | Environmental Microbiology | 3 |
| 43. | BMS 4783 | Nutrition and Health | 3 |
| 44. | BMS 4814 | Final Year Project II | 4 |
| 45. | BMS 4823 | Medical Biostatistics | 3 |
| 46. | BMS 4833 | Personal and Professional Development | 3 |
| 47. | BMS 4843 | Special Topics in Biomedical Sciences | 3 |
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements :
- Pass the Malaysian Higher School Certificate (STPM) / Matriculation / A-Level / Pre-University Programme or other qualification equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 the following subjects:
• Biology / Physics
• Chemicals;
AND Passed the Certificate of Education (SPM) / O-Level with five (5) credits, of which three (3) credits in the following subjects:
• Life Sciences
• Physics
• Mathematics
• Chemistry
• English;
OR - Passed Diploma (Level 4 Qualification Framework (MOF) in a related field from any HEP with minimum CGPA of 2.75; OR
- Diploma (Level 4, MOH) in a related field from any HEP with a CGPA of less than 2.75 and has a work experience of at least three (3) years (36 months) in a related field.
- Competence of English for international students: Getting a score of 5.5 for IELTS or TOEFL minimum score of 550.
Career Opportunities
Graduates have the knowledge and experience appropriate for commencing a career in biomedical research, for example laboratories in hospitals, research institutes, universities or private companies. Many graduates have successfully used this program as a pathway towards further study in graduate entry medicine or allied health programs. Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences (Hons) Job Types includes-
- Lecturer in the field of Biomedical Sciences
- Biomedical Scientist
- Biochemist
- Research Scientist
- Laboratory Manager
- Life Scientist
- Pharmaceutical Scientist
- Environmental Scientist
- Neuroscientist
- Diagnostic Technician
- Public health advisor
Program Aim
The program aims to create graduates with the essential and advanced knowledge in current concepts of life sciences, physical sciences, and interdisciplinary studies. The objective of the course is to prepare the students in analytical skills and laboratory techniques routinely applied in biomedical research and other essential related skills. The students gain a comprehensive understanding in their field, focusing on ideas, theories and professional practices. The purpose is to apply the knowledge to help the society to develop in a positive way.