MELAKA MANIPAL MEDICAL COLLEGE

INSPIRED BY LIFE

Melaka Manipal Medical College

Jalan Batu Hampar, Bukit Baru, 75150 Melaka
Tel : +606-292 5849 Fax : +606-281 7977 / +606-292 5852
Website : www.manipal.edu/melaka Email : info@manipal.edu.my
KP (JPS) 5195 / IPTS / 542 / Jld. 1(6)

JPM / IPTS (SW) / AP96 / 005

DENTISTRY
PROGRAMME PROSPECTUS

LAUNCH YOUR FUTURE

Introduction

ON THE RIGHT FOUNDATION

Since its inception in 1997, the Melaka Manipal Medical College (MMMC) has been
consistently delivering on its promise of providing Malaysian students with access to
world class medical education through its strategic partnership with the renowned
Manipal University in India. MMMC was initiated out of a need to address the shortage
of doctors in the country, and has successfully achieved this by integrating
well-rounded doctors into the local health delivery system.
Nestled within the tranquil surroundings of Bukit Baru, the spacious MMMC campus
is ideally situated close to the historic town of Melaka. Balancing excellent academic
facilities with equally important recreational avenues for students and staff, the
campus has advanced classrooms and laboratories sharing space with a football
field, a fully equipped sports hall and gymnasium, swimming pools and tennis courts.
Beginning with the MBBS programme, MMMC was one of the first private colleges in
Malaysia to offer a twinning programme with an internationally awarded degree,
allowing students to get quality medical education at a more affordable price point. This
programme is the cornerstone of the college and leverages on the academic expertise
and experience of Manipal University to deliver a course that has been designed to give
students the best foundation in the Basic Sciences, while continually honing their
clinical skills in the excellent teaching hospitals in India, as well as in Malaysia.
At MMMC, there is a strong commitment to nation building and the college has
underlined this responsibility by introducing the BDS twinning degree in Dentistry last
year to overcome the shortage of dentists in the country. To accommodate the new
course, MMMC is currently constructing a purpose built 10-storey dental teaching
block located in the current campus at Melaka with the latest dental facilities,
including policlinics, lecture theatres, surgical facilities, clinical skills unit, seminar
rooms, and dental laboratories.
MMMC is committed to providing a curriculum which offers diverse learning
opportunities. Students develop a broad range of knowledge, skills and attitudes
necessary to practice medicine. A well-planned, highly effective curriculum taught by
dedicated faculty members, places emphasis on the correlation between basic
science and clinical science training. At MMMC, the commitment to excellence is one
that is inspired by life and tempered by ethical service to the nation and humanity.

Bachelor of Dental Surgery in Collaboration with

Manipal Academy of Higher Education, India (KA 6864)
KP (JPS) 600-03/542 (97)

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General Objectives
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING
Adequate knowledge of the scientific foundations on which dentistry is based
and good understanding of various relevant scientific methods, principles of
biological functions and be able to evaluate and analyze scientifically various
established facts and data.
Adequate knowledge of the development, structure and function of the teeth,
mouth and jaws and associated tissues both in health and disease and their
relationship and effect on general state of health and also bearing on physical
and social well being of the patient.
Adequate knowledge of clinical disciplines and methods which provide a
coherent picture of anomalies, lesions and diseases of the teeth, mouth and
jaws and preventive diagnostic and therapeutic aspects of dentistry.
Adequate clinical experience required for general dental practice.
Adequate knowledge of the constitution, biological function and behaviour of
person in health and sickness as well as the influence of the natural and social
environment on the state of health in so far as it affects dentistry.

DENTISTRY PROGRAMME
The dental programme is conducted on a twinning basis with Manipal University and
the degree awarded by Manipal University. Manipal University has two dental
colleges i.e. the Manipal College of Dental Sciences (MCODS) Manipal and Manipal
College of Dental Sciences Mangalore. MCODS Manipal is rated as one of the
premier dental colleges in India and is recognized by the Malaysian Dental Council.

SKILLS
Able to diagnose and manage various common dental problems encountered
in general dental practice keeping in mind the expectations and the right of the
society to receive the best possible treatment available wherever possible.
Acquire the skill to prevent and manage complications encountered while
carrying out various surgical and other procedures.

INTAKE
Students are admitted in September every year and eligibility criteria are based
on the guidelines of the regulatory bodies in Malaysia.

Possess skill to carry out certain investigated procedures and ability to

interpret laboratory findings.
Promote oral health and help prevent oral diseases where possible.
Competent in the control of pain and anxiety among the patient during dental
treatment.
Graduates have good communication skills, critical thinking and leadership
skills.

VISION
A world class educational centre in a multicultural environment.

ATTITUDES
Willing to apply the current knowledge of dentistry in the best interest of the
patients and the community.
Maintain a high standard of professional ethics and conduct and apply these
in all aspects of professional life.
Seek to improve awareness and provide possible solutions for oral health
problems and needs throughout the community.

MISSION
Provide value based dental education and comprehensive oral health care at par with
International standards in a condusive environment utilizing state of the art technology to
ensure satisfaction of students, patience and staff. Striving to continually improve dental
education, patient care, research, infrastructure and human resources to set a benchmark
at national as well as international levels.

Willingness to participate in the CDE programmes to update the knowledge

and professional skill from time to time.
To help and participate in the implementation of the national oral health policy.

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PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
The dental programme is conducted on academic year basis. i.e. Year I, II, III, IV and V
and is structured in two phases:
Phase I (Pre-clinical) at Manipal campus - Two (2) years
Phase II (Clinical) at Melaka campus - Three (3) years

Phase I Pre-clinical

Phase II Clinical

(Manipal Campus)
Year 1

Anatomy, Biochemistry
Physiology
Dental Anatomy & Histology
Medical Microbiology

Year 2
General Pathology
Pharmacology
Dental Materials & Technology
Human Disease
Oral Pathology & Oral Diagnosis
Conservative Dentistry
Prosthodontics

(Melaka Campus)
Year 3

Human Disease
Oral Pathology & Oral Diagnosis
Conservative Dentistry
Prosthodontics
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Community Dentistry
Childrens Dentistry & Orthodontics
Periodontology
Oral Medicine
Oral & Max. Radiology

Year 4
Conservative Dentistry
Prosthodontics
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Community Dentistry
Childrens Dentistry & Orthodontics
Periodontology
Oral Medicine
Oral & Max. Radiology
Elective Project

Year 5
Conservative Dentistry
Prosthodontics
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Childrens Dentistry & Orthodontics
Periodontology
General Dental Practice
Community Dentistry
Elective Project

MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENT

To be eligible to apply into the dentistry programmes, students must have an acceptable pre-University
qualification. Students are required to offer any three of the 4 Science subjects ( Biology, Physics, Chemistry,
and Mathematics ). Applicants are also required to have minimum grade of 4B in Physics, Chemistry, Biology,
Mathematics and Additional Mathematics at SPM Level.

PROGRAMME / EXAMINATION

MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENT

A-Level

C, C, C

STPM

B, B, B

CIMP / CPU / UNSW / HSC

Average of 65%

SAM

Minimum 14B - 16B

AIMST

B+, B+, B+

Ministry of Education Matriculation

B, B, B

New Zealand Bursary

Aggregate of 76%

Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)

Minimum Grade of B4 in Physics, Chemistry, Biology,

Mathematics and one additional subject

International Baccalaureate (IB)

Not less than 33 points

Monash University Foundation (MUFY)

Aggregate of 70%

Indian Pre-University / HSC / SSC

Aggregate of 75%

American High School with Advanced Placement (AP)

CGPA of 3.00

Foundation Studies in Science and Engineering (SIT)

Average of 70%

Victorian Certificate of Education - Australia

Average of 70%

Diploma in Science / Microbiology / Medical Lab Technology

CGPA of 3.00

Western Australia Curriculum Council

Not less than 80% for ATAR

Foundation in Science

CGPA of 3.00

First Degree-Bac. Of Science

CGPA of 3.00

Foundation in Science

CGPA of 3.00

Other equivalent examinations

Shall be considered on a case by case basis

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(Any three Science/Mathematics subjects)

Fees

FEES
DETAILS

MALAYSIAN STUDENTS

FOREIGN STUDENTS

Year 1

RM43,000*

USD18,000*

Year 2

RM40,000

USD17,000

Year 3

RM60,000

USD22,000

Year 4

RM60,000

USD22,000

Year 5

RM60,000

USD22,000

Total

RM263,000

USD101,000

* Include Caution Deposit of RM3,000/- for Malaysian students & US$1,000/- for International students.

Career Pathway

CAREER PATHWAY
PHASE l

Pre-Clinical Studies + Clinical Exposure

Manipal University, India

2 years

Upon successful completion of Phase I

PHASE ll

Clinical Studies + Community Medicine

Melaka Campus

3 years

BACHELOR OF DENTAL SURGERY (BDS)

Compulsory Government Service

*As per regulation of the Ministry of Health Malaysia

General Dental Officer (Private)

Dental Officer (Government)

Postgraduate Degree
In one of the specialist field (e.g. Orthodontics,
Periodontics, Endodontics, Prosthodotics, etc).

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INSPIRED BY LIFE

Application forms are available at request from the college Admissions Office and
at the college website at www.manipal.edu/melaka. Enquiries regarding students
admissions should be directed to:

Melaka Manipal Medical College

Jalan Batu Hampar, Bukit Baru, 75150 Melaka
Tel : +606-292 5849 Fax : +606-281 7977 / +606-292 5852
Website : www.manipal.edu/melaka Email : info@manipal.edu.my

Disclaimer : Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information given in this brochure but it is subject to alteration without
notice. The college reserves the right to alter or delete any of the information included at any time and it shall not be bound by any errors or
omissions and cannot accept liability in respect thereof. Please consult the Admissions Department for the most up-to-date information.
KP (JPS) 5195 / IPTS / 542 / Jld. 1(6)

JPM / IPTS (SW) / AP96 / 005

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