Overview
International
Medical University (IMU) is Malaysia’s first and most established private
medical and health sciences university, founded in 1992.
IMU is fully specialized in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing, health
sciences, biomedical sciences, psychology, chiropractic, and nutrition.
The university
is widely recognized for its high academic standards, clinical training
excellence, and strong international partnerships with universities in the UK,
Australia, Ireland, Canada, and New Zealand.
IMU is
considered the top private option in Malaysia for medical and health-related
programs.
🌍 Location & Campus
Bukit Jalil,
Kuala Lumpur
- Strategically located in KL’s education
and medical hub
- Surrounded by hospitals, medical
centers, and research facilities
- Modern campus with world-class
laboratories and clinical training centers
Campus
Facilities
- Dedicated medical, dental, and pharmacy
labs
- Clinical simulation center
- Anatomy & physiology labs
- Chiropractic & physiotherapy
clinics
- Psychology & counseling labs
- Modern library and digital resources
- On-campus medical center
- Student housing and sports facilities
⭐ Reputation & Academic Excellence
- Malaysia’s best private medical
university.
- Over 30 years of excellence in medicine
and health sciences.
- Strong international reputation and
university partnerships.
- Programs accredited by Malaysian and
global professional bodies.
- Many programs include credit transfer
pathways to the UK, Ireland, Australia & New Zealand.
- High employability of graduates in
healthcare sectors.
🎓 Faculties & Academic Programs
Faculty of
Medicine
- Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- Dentistry (BDS)
- Biomedical Science
- Medical Biotechnology
Faculty of
Pharmacy
- Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm)
- Pharmaceutical Chemistry
- Master’s in Pharmacy Practice
Faculty of
Health Sciences
- Nursing
- Physiotherapy
- Chiropractic
- Nutrition & Dietetics
- Chinese Medicine
- Medical Laboratory Science
Faculty of
Psychology & Social Science
- Psychology
- Counselling (selected programs)
Postgraduate
Programs
- Master’s in Public Health
- Master’s in Health Professions
Education
- Master’s & PhD in Medical &
Health Research
- Postgraduate diplomas in multiple
clinical fields
Foundation
Program
- Foundation in Science (FIS) – main
entry for medical & health pathways
💡 Key Strengths
- Malaysia’s top-ranked private
university for medical and health programs.
- Strong clinical training and advanced
medical facilities.
- International pathways available to top
universities abroad.
- Highly qualified academic staff and
medical professionals.
- Excellent career prospects in Malaysia
and internationally.
- Focused 100% on health sciences.
🎯 Why We Recommend IMU to UniGate Students
- Perfect for students who want to pursue
medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physiotherapy, nursing, or psychology.
- Strong clinical environment and real
hospital exposure.
- Global mobility options to the UK,
Australia, and Ireland.
- Highly respected degree in the Middle
East & GCC.
- Outstanding student support and
academic quality.