Bachelor Degree Studies

Bachelor of Biomedical Science (Honours)

JPT/BPP (R2/722/6/0002) 06/23, MQA A8827

Bachelor of Biomedical Science is designed following the growing needs of well trained workers in the healthcare industry. This course of study was structured to instill a good theoretical knowledge from the fundamentals of biological science up to the critical thinking aspects and blend together with the latest laboratory applications aswell as the techniques. This Clinical Laboratory Science course will cater the needs of community in general, with highly specialized trained human resources equipped with knowledge on theory and practical aspects parallel with the development of our country and the increasing numbers of Malaysian citizens.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Graduates of this bachelor may find employment as Medical Laboratory Technologist, Scientific Officer and Research Officer in various healthcare setting which includes:

Hospital Laboratories
Diagnostic Laboratories
Research and Development Laboratories
Crime and Forensic Laboratories
Academic Institution
Environmental Sector
Epidemiological Field
Toxicological Field
Pharmaceutical Companies

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BACHELOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH (HONS)

JPT/BPP (R2/853/6/0017) 06/23, MQA A8828

Program Introduction

The Bachelor of Environmental Health (Hons.) provides a good foundation of knowledge and skills for students interested in starting a career in environmental health. The program integrates a broad basic science background with emphasis on the identification, assessment, evaluation and control of major environmental health problems such as water supply, waste disposal, food hygiene, occupational health, air pollution and others.

The application of environmental health knowledge, principles and methods is vital for the health of the general public. Environmental Health Practitioners work to assess, manage, control and prevent environmental risks through research, advocacy, and intervention at the community, national and global level.

Career Opportunities

Graduates are qualified to start their careers in environmental health officer positions with local government authorities and ministries, and the state health departments. The career opportunities are wide and diverse including policy roles, in private industries including manufacturing, tourism, transport, food services, waste management, pest control and construction as well as consulting firms and other entrepreneurial opportunities.

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	Programme Educational Objectives
PEO 1	To produce graduates who are knowledgeable, technically-skilled, competitive, and innovative in environmental healthcare industry.
PEO 2	To produce graduates with effective leadership, communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills that upholds professionalism, ethical and social responsibilities to support their role in environmental healthcare industry.
PEO 3	To produce graduates with the ability to analyse and solve problems as well as to evaluate and make decisions critically and creatively based on evidence and experience.
PEO 4	To produce graduates who are committed to lifelong learning and continuous improvement.
PEO 5	To produce graduates with technopreneurial, management and business capabilities.

	Programme Learning Outcomes
PLO 1	Apply the technical and scientific knowledge to assess as well as monitor the environment and human health.
PLO 2	Anticipate, evaluate, prevent and control contemporary environmental healthcare problems to prevent recurrence.
PLO 3	Conduct supervised research that identify and analyze critically environmental healthcare problems, while providing solutions based on evidence.
PLO 4	Present and utilize information and findings coherently.
PLO 5	Select and apply current and available methods to solve environmental healthcare problems.
PLO 6	Function effectively as an individual who possess leadership, interpersonal and social skills while collaborating with healthcare and other professionals of all levels.
PLO 7	Communicate effectively on environmental health problems with peers, healthcare professionals, stakeholders and the community at large.
PLO 8	Demonstrate sensitivities and responsibilities towards the community, culture, religion and environment.
PLO 9	Adhere to legal responsibilities, professional ethics, and norms of code of conduct in environmental healthcare practice.
PLO 10	Adopt sustainable development principles in environmental healthcare solutions.
PLO 11	Demonstrate management, business ideas and technopreneurial competencies in the practice of environmental health.
PLO 12	Utilize ICT and lifelong learning skills in their environmental healthcare practice.

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BACHELOR OF OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY & HEALTH (HONOURS)

JPT/BPP (N/862/6/0077) 03/26, MQA/PA 10074

Program Introduction

The aim of this program is to produce Occupational Safety & Health (OSH) practitioners that capable of independent practice in any industry sector. The program has strengths in a number of areas including OSH legislation, OSH management, OSH risk assessment, Occupational Health, Industrial Hygiene, Ergonomics and Emergency Response & Preparedness. This program differs from other programs, as it will embed a professional competency certification upon graduation.

Career Opportunities

Graduate from this program will be able to undertake roles in various sectors such as HSE Executive, Safety and Health Officer (SHO), OSH Coordinator, Industrial Hygienist, OSH Competent Person and HSE Consultant. As Malaysia is increasingly strengthening the legislative requirements for OSH, the future demand for competent and qualified OSH professionals is expected to be high.

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	Programme Educational Objectives
PEO 1	Knowledgeable, competent, and innovative
PEO 2	Effective leaders with teamwork skills, as well as verbal and non-verbal interpersonal communication skills;
PEO 3	Committed towards the importance of lifelong learning and continuous improvement;
PEO 4	Professional, ethical, and socially responsible
PEO 5	Capable of embarking on business and technopreneurial activities

	Programme Learning Outcomes
PLO 1	Demonstrate and apply systematic understanding of the key elements of medical science fundamentals and occupational safety & health procedures, processes, systems and methodologies.
PLO 2	Assess and analyse issues of occupational safety & health in workplaces and the community using appropriate methods and techniques to provide valid conclusions.
PLO 3	Select and utilize appropriate techniques, resources and modern tools, including information & computer technology, to enhance their practice of occupational safety & health.
PLO 4	Anticipate, recognize and evaluate occupational safety & health issues using evidence based scientific principles to reach substantiated conclusions.
PLO 5	Contribute to the development of solutions for occupational safety & health problems and recommend preventive and corrective measures.
PLO 6	Function effectively as an individual, a member or a leader in diverse technical teams, and collaborate well with others.
PLO 7	Communicate information, ideas, problems and solutions effectively to peers, people at the workplace, and society at large.
PLO 8	Demonstrate an understanding of societal and cultural sensitivities while appreciating diversity and inclusivity in workplaces.
PLO 9	Demonstrate sensitivities to the impact of occupational safety & health solutions towards the sustainable development of the community, culture and environment.
PLO 10	Adhere to professional, ethical, and legal responsibilities of occupational safety & health practice.
PLO 11	Apply broad business management and technopreneurial skills in the workplace and daily activities.
PLO 12	Manage their own research and learning, and strive to improve the limits of their knowledge and skills in lifelong academic and career development.

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Diploma Studies

DIPLOMA OF MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY

JPT/BPP (R2/725/4/0025) 06/23, MQA A 8824

Program Introduction

Along with advancements in medical technology, this course is offered to fulfil the needs for skilled and trained biomedical technologist to assist in the operation, development and management of biomedical laboratories. Biomedical Laboratory Technologist plays a major role as a member of an interdisciplinary healthcare team. They are involved primarily in hospitals, clinics and physicians’ office laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, forensic, research and public health laboratories. There are expanding opportunities for biomedical lab technologists to assist in research and development, and as technical and sales representatives in the biomedical and healthcare industry.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Graduates of this diploma are qualified to work as Medical Laboratory Technologist who performs analyses of biological and related materials in various laboratories:

Hospital Laboratories
Diagnostic Laboratories
Research and Development Laboratories
Crime and Forensic Laboratories
Academic Institution
Environmental Sector
Epidemiological Field
Toxicological Field
Pharmaceutical Companies

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DIPLOMA IN ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH

JPT/BPP (R2/853/4/0029) 06/23, MQA A 8825

Program Introduction

Environmental Health Practitioners work to protect the public from environmental hazards by ensuring food, air, water and soil is safe for public use, monitor and recommend solutions to reduce pollution and management of waste, improve housing conditions, safeguard standards of workplace health and safety, and create a better environment for all.

This course will give you the knowledge and skills you need to identify, assess, evaluate and control various environmental hazards. You will take a range of courses covering aspects of environmental health law, risk assessment, public health, environmental health management and entrepreneurship.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this diploma are able to find work as Assistant Environmental Health Officer in Local Authorities and Government Ministries, as well as Environmental Health Practitioners in private industries including manufacturing, tourism, transport, food services, waste management, pest control and construction.

Program Structure

Entry Requirement

Program Learning Outcome (PLO)

	Programme Educational Objectives
PEO 1	To produce graduates who are knowledgeable, technically-skilled and competent in environmental health.
PEO 2	To produce graduates with effective communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills that upholds professionalism, ethical and social responsibilities to support their role in environmental health industry.
PEO 3	To produce graduates with the ability to analyse and solve problems based on evidence and experience.
PEO 4	To produce graduates who are committed towards continual improvement and lifelong learning.
PEO 5	To produce graduates with entrepreneurial capabilities.

	Programme Learning Outcomes
PLO 1	Apply the technical and scientific knowledge of environmental health principles.
PLO 2	Identify, evaluate, prevent and support the control of contemporary environmental health problems to prevent recurrence based on evidence and experience.
PLO 3	Contribute to the application of environmental health principles towards problem solving by taking into consideration of public health and safety, cultural, societal and environmental considerations.
PLO 4	Investigate environmental health problems and participate in related research.
PLO 5	Select and apply current and available methods to solve environmental health problems.
PLO 6	Function effectively as an individual who possess leadership, interpersonal and social skills to manage operational units in environmental health field.
PLO 7	Communicate effectively on environmental health problems with peers, healthcare professionals, stakeholders and the community at large..
PLO 8	Demonstrate sensitivities and responsibilities towards the community, culture, religion and environment.

PLO 9	Adhere to legal responsibilities, professional ethics, and norms of code of conduct in environmental health practice.
PLO 10	Adopt sustainable development principles in environmental health solutions.

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DIPLOMA IN MEDICAL ASSISTANT

JPT/BPP (R/722/4/0008) 01/24, MQA/FA 4941

Program Introduction

This accredited professional programme provides you with a wide carrier pathway into a medical profession in the Malaysian healthcare sector as an Assistant Medical Officer. You will be introduced to medical science subjects and clinical placement in government hospital and health clinic. A bright future awaits graduates in both public and private hospitals or other healthcare organizations in Malaysia.

Career Opportunities

Government sector provides many job opportunities whether in hospital, health clinics, prison, detention centres (Pusat Serenti), PLKN and old folks home. Private sectors such as Petronas / Shell offshore oilrigs offers better salary scheme as well as estate plantations such as Guthrie, etc. Private specialist hospitals also created job opportunities in various units under their care. Those who have interest in education will find many opportunities to be recruited as tutors in MA Training colleges and in any health related education programmes. Graduates will also be able to pursue further studies in Health Studies, Health Education and any health related fields.

Program Structure

Entry Requirement

Program Learning Outcome (PLO)

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES
PEO 1	To produce graduates who are knowledgeable, competent, technically-skilled and competitive in medical and health science at national and international levels.
PEO 2	To produce graduates who are able to contribute effectively in the community.
PEO 3	To produce graduates who practice professionalism with ethics and social responsibilities.
PEO 4	To produce graduates with ICT and entrepreneurial capabilities.
PEO 5	To produce graduates who are committed to lifelong learning and continuous improvement.

PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES
PLO 1	a) Conduct a holistic, safe, competent and comprehensive care intervention according to patient safety requirements and regulations. b) Apply knowledge and skills to ensure safety and health in workplaces and community. c) Plan and recommend preventive and corrective measures in patient and staff safety and health.
PLO 2	Comply with the legal, ethical principles and professional code of conduct of the medical assistant.
PLO 3	Demonstrate sensitivity, respect and responsibility towards religion, community, culture and environment.
PLO 4	a) Identify health problems and needs at individual, group and community based on relevant epidemiological, environmental, behavioural and socio-cultural perspectives. b) Develop plan care of intervention, patient education, promotion, prevention and rehabilitation incorporating critical and lateral thinking to prevent undue health problems. c) Demonstrate appropriate assessment techniques and interpret findings. d) Formulate, prescribe, monitor and re-evaluate patient assessment and treatment plans throughout the course of treatment. e) Recognise emergency events, complications and refer appropriately.
PLO 5	a) Communicate, collaborate and disseminate information effectively with peers, other healthcare professionals, scholarly community, stakeholders and the society at large b) Present information or findings coherently either in verbal or written forms with patients, their family and care provider.
PLO 6	a) Inculcate evidence-based scientific principles in discussing ideas of improvement in patient care, safety and health. b) Participate in research activities related to medical and health sciences and present the information and findings coherently. c) Recognise health care problems to assist in providing solutions. d) Implement policies, regulations and guidelines and make recommendations for improvement where necessary.

PLO 7	Apply skills and principles of lifelong learning in academic and career development.
PLO 8	a) Describe, interpret, demonstrate and apply technical and scientific knowledge and skills in enhancing patient care, prompt and accurate documentation. b) Demonstrate problem solving, critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills c) Perform extended and expanded role, validate and refer findings competently. d) Provide progressive, innovative and creative ideas and strategies to address challenges and concerns within the profession.
PLO 9	a) Assist in advance medical and health care procedures b) Continuous updating of latest technical competencies
PLO 10	Coordinate and manage health care activities effectively with managerial and entrepreneurship skills.
PLO 11	a) Conduct, evaluate and implement health promotion programmes and activities related to medical and health sciences. b) Collaborate and communicate effectively with other healthcare professionals and the community on medical and health care in sustaining optimum health.
PLO 12	Counsel patients in a caring, emphatic and culturally-sensitive manner.
PLO 13	a) Demonstrate capacity building through excellent leadership and teamwork b) Plan, manage and execute quality management system and Best Practices
PLO 14	a) Identify technical errors, perform troubleshooting and execute problem solving protocols b) Incorporate problem-solving principles and evidence-based practice in decision making of patient/client management.