Miri Youth Career/ Educational Expo 14 Dec 2013

Miri Youth Career/ Educational Expo Date: 14 Dec 2013, Sat Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Venue: Miri Indoor Stadium Program: 9:00 am: Expo starts 10:30 am: Opening Ceremony 12:00pm Career Talk 1 - Talk form Cr. Kong San Hoe – Accountancy Profession 01:00pm Career Talk 2 - Talk from Mr. Ranbir Singh – Nature of Work Legal Profession 02:00pm Career Talk 3 Emerging course in Sarawak - Talk from Dr. Tang Fu Ee – “An Introduction to Environmental” 03:00pm Career Talk 4 - Talk from Ir. Lim Chye Ing – “Engineering as a Career” 04:00pm Career Talk 5 - Talk from Cr. Dr. Philip Raja – Medical Profession Companies/ Institutions participating: 1. Medical: Columbia Asia 2. Medical: Miri City Medical Center 3. Dail Lieng machinery 4. Woodman 5. Naim Engineering 6. Samling Group of Companies 7. Sarawak Oil palm 8. Wehaya 9. Curtin Sarawak (HR) 10. Tokoyama 11. ASTRO 12. Sealink 13. Dayang Marine 14. Food Links 15. Grand Palace 16. Jabatan Tenaga Kerja (Labor Dept) 17. SME Bank Miri Enterprise 18. Imperial Hotel 19. Meritz Hotel 20. Perdana Petroleum 21. Dayang Enterprise 22. IKBN 23. MARA 24. IPTA 25. CETA 26. Curtin Sarawak (Education) 27. ETHOS 28. Fajar International College 29. IBS 30. Kolej I-System 31. Kolej Komuniti 32. Maxcel Institute of Technology 33. Multimedia College 34. Pelita – MAS LUAT 35. Riam Institute of Technology 36. SEGI College Quotes on why we bother about education and jobs for everyone in this Miri community, and as a nation as a whole: Let us think of education as the means of developing our greatest abilities, because in each of us there is a private hope and dream which, fulfilled, can be translated into benefit for everyone and greater strength for our nation. Our progress as a nation can be no swifter than our progress in education. The human mind is our fundamental resource. "Being the richest man in the cemetery doesn't matter to me. Going to bed at night saying we've done something wonderful, that's what matters to me." and watch the video of Steve Jobs, in his own words: http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/technology/2011/10/steve-jobs-talked-about-death-in-2005-stanford-commencement-speech-2/ Jobs & Education are where our future will be Kho Yok Chong

Steve Jobs' Commencement Speech Talked About Death

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American terminology

This entry is from Sam Teo (now residing in America, formerly ex-Tanjong Collage, Miri, a very smart and helpful friend):

Please note the following American terminology:

2.1 College
A 4-year institution of higher learning that grants a bachelor's degree.

2.2 Community, or Junior College
A 2-year institution of higher learning that normally grants an associate degree, and also prepares a student for transition to the 3rd (Junior) year in a 4-year college.

2.3 Graduate ("Grad") School
A program within a university or institution of similar standing that prepares a candidate for advanced degrees, e.g., Master's or Doctorate.

2.4 Professional School (Business, Law)
A program within a university or institution of similar standing that prepares a candidate for a professional degree or diploma, e.g., MBA, JD, LLD.

2.5 School of Medicine, or Dentistry
A program within a university or institution of similar standing that prepares a candidate for a degree in medicine or dentistry. Note: With the exception of a few, medical schools in the USA normally require that candidates possess a bachelor's degree with concentration in subjects that are prescribed in the "pre-medicine" curriculum. Different from the system used in the Commonwealth, a medical degree awarded by a U.S. medical school is "Doctor of Medicine (MD)", and it usually requires four years of study in a medical school. A high school graduate does NOT normally go straight to a "medical school", unless the college has a "6-year medical program", in which case an MD can be earned 6 years after high school, at an accelerated rate.

There are numerous others, and the above is just a general guide.

The following a a kind of road map for those who are thinking of college in the USA.

2.6 Planning ... preparation ... etc
http://www.college.gov/

2.7 "U.S College Rankings - 2010"
Google search for US Colleges

2.8 "Best colleges 2010 - U.S. News Reports"

2.9 "Preparing International students for College Life in the USA"

How to become Air pilots‏

When I finished form 5, I wanted to become a pilot but it never materialised probably because I had no idea where to get more information at that time. Today, it is information age and all information can be obtained from the internet. So, thanks again to Mr. Kho who sent me an email on the above subject. So, if you are aspiring to become a pilot, read the two links below:

Malaysian Flying Academy: http://www.mfa.edu.my/index.htm

REQUIRED READING: DCA's Abridged Guide on How To Become A Pilot

Dental technician/dental technologist

Background

Dental technicians are dental care professionals and work as part of the dental team.

The job:

Dental technicians (or dental technologists as they are often referred to) make the dentures, crowns, bridges and dental braces that improve patients appearance, speech and their ability to chew. Working to dentists or doctors prescriptions, technicians/technologists use a wide range of materials, including gold, porcelain and plastic, to design and construct appliances to meet each patients needs.

There are four specialist areas. Prosthodontic technicians design and make dentures. Conservation technicians specialise in crown and bridge work. Orthodontic technicians make braces to correct tooth positions. Maxillo-facial technicians (sometimes also known as maxillofacial prosthetists) work is based in hospital oral surgery, ophthalmic, cancer and burns units, helping to reconstruct the faces of patients damaged by accident or disease.

Acknowledgment: The above is from NHS website of UK.

More information:
http://www.cdta.org.uk/
http://www.nhscareers.nhs.uk/details/Default.aspx?Id=142

To find the college/university offering the course:
http://www.nhscareers.nhs.uk/details/coursefinder/FindCourse.aspx
Leading to a career in: Any Ambulance / paramedic Art, Music or Drama therapies Biomedical science Chiropody or Podiatry (foot care) Dental hygiene or therapy Dental nursing Dental technology Dentistry Dietetics / nutrition Medicine Midwifery Nursing (Adult) Nursing (Children/ Paediatric) Nursing (Learning disabilities) Nursing (Mental Health) Occupational Therapy Operating department practice Orthoptics (eye care) Pharmacy Psychology (clinical) Psychology (counselling) Psychology (forensic) Psychology (health) Physiotherapy Prosthetics and Orthotics Radiography (diagnostic) Radiography (therapeutic) Social work Speech and Language Therapy (Dental Technology)
Type of qualification: Any Undergraduate degree Postgraduate degree Undergraduate diploma Postgraduate diploma Accelerated
Full time/ part time: Any Full time Part time In service (Full time)
University name: Any Aberdeen, The Robert Gordon University Aberdeen, University of Abertay, University of, Dundee Anglia Ruskin University Bangor, University of Wales Bath, University of Bedfordshire, University of Belfast, Centre for Psychotherapy Belfast, Queen's University of Birmingham City University Birmingham Dental School Birmingham, Aston University Birmingham, Matthew Boulton College Birmingham, University of Bournemouth University Bradford, University of Brighton and Sussex Medical School Brighton, University of Bristol, University of Bristol, University of the West of England British Psychological Society, The Buckinghamshire New University Cambridge, University of Canterbury, Christchurch University Cardiff, University of Cardiff, University of Wales Institute Central School of Speech and Drama Chester, University of Colchester Institute Colchester, University of Essex Courses in biomedical science Courses in dental nursing Courses in social work Coventry University Cumbria, University of Defense Dental Services Training Establishment Derby, University of Dundee, University of Durham New College East London, University of Edge Hill University Edinburgh, Napier University Edinburgh, Queen Margaret University Edinburgh, Telford College Edinburgh, University of Essex, University of Exeter, Iron Mill Institute Exeter, University of Glamorgan, University of Glasgow Caledonian University Glasgow, University of Hatfield, University of Hertfordshire Huddersfield, University of Hull York Medical School Hull, University of Ipswich, University Campus Suffolk Keele University Lancaster, University of Leeds Metropolitan University Leeds, University of Leicester, De Montfort University Leicester, University of Lincoln, University of Liverpool Community College Liverpool John Moores University Liverpool, University of London Metropolitan University London, University of London, Brunel University London, City University London, City University (St. Bartholomew) London, Eastman Dental Hospital London, Imperial College London, King's College London, Kingston University London, Lambeth College London, Middlesex University London, South Bank University London, St Bart's And The Royal London School Of Medicine And Dentistry London, St George's London, Thames Valley University London, The Institute for Arts in Therapy and Education London, University College London, University of Greenwich Manchester Metropolitan University Manchester, University of Manchester, University of (The Turner Dental School) Medway School of Pharmacy Metanoia Institute Middlesbrough, University of Teesside New School of Psychotherapy and Counselling Newcastle, University of Northumbria at Newcastle-upon-Tyne, University of Northampton, University of Northern Ireland Ambulance Service Norwich, East Anglia, University of Nottingham, Castle College Nottingham, University of Open University, The Oxford Brookes University Oxford, University of Peninsula Dental School Peninsula Medical School Plymouth, The College of St Mark & St John Plymouth, University of Portsmouth, University of Preston, University of Central Lancashire Reading University Roehampton University Salford, Greater Manchester School For Professions Complementary to Dentistry Salford, University of Sheffield Care Trust Sheffield College Sheffield Hallam University Sheffield, University of South Trent School of Operating Department Practice Southampton, University of Staffordshire University Stirling, University of Strathclyde, University of Sunderland, University of Surrey, University of Swansea, University of Ulster at Jordanstown, University of Ulster, University of Warwick, University of West of Scotland, University of Wolverhampton, University of Worcester, University of Wrexham, Glyndwr University York St John University York, University of
Region: Any North East North West Yorkshire and The Humber East Midlands West Midlands East of England London South East South West Northern Ireland Scotland Wales

Preparation for Ivies, Ivy Standards and Top LACs Application

All credit to: http://usapps2009.blogspot.com/

Some Good Resources on US College Applications

Article in The Star on this workshop. Click here .

Last updated 25th December 2009 with 136 resources .

Some resources for you to start preparation. Do start preparation from now onwards:-

1. General US Applications Guide - for USA For Students

2. Andrew Loh's Why Study in America

3. Gabrielle (Wellesley College)

4. Su Ann (Columbia University) - Part 1

5. Su Ann (Columbia University) - Part 2

6. Charis Loke (Brown University)

7. Charis Loke (Brown University) - On Application Essays

8. Boon Jim (Cornell University)

9. Andrew Loh (Swarthmore College)

10. FreeRice.com - SAT Vocabulary

11. ReCom.org - The Worldwide Malaysian Students Network

12. College Confidential.com

13. ADFP Guide (Prepared by former INTEC US-Bound Students)

14. Collegeboard.com (SAT Test)

15. TOEFL Test

16. Common Applications

17. US News Ranking of US Universities

18. Times Higher Education Supplement Ranking of World Universities

19. Andrew Loh (Swarthmore College) - For the Kiamsiap: How to save money in US college applications

20. Common Data Set (Prepared by Xianjin)

21. How to Make Full Use of University Life

22. Admit Rate of Class of 2013

23. FreeVocabulary.com (SAT Words Practice)

24. Inside The Admissions Game (Newsweek take a look at University of Chicago admission Process)

25. Wall Street Journal - Summary of Application Essays by 10 University Presidents

(For 26 to 35, it is sample application essays by University Presidents, and may not necessarily be good application essays.)
26. Barnard College's Debora Spar on daily routines

27. Carleton College's Robert A. Oden Jr. on getting lost -- and found -- in Cairo

28. Grinnell College's Russell K. Osgood on a historical figure that has influenced him

29. Oberlin College's Marvin Krislov on a historical figure that has influenced him

30. Pomona College's David Oxtoby on an experience that was 'just plain fun'

31. Reed College's Colin Diver on an experience in diversity

32. The University of Chicago's Robert J. Zimmer on "Living the Question"

33. University of Pennsylvania's Amy Gutmann on her autobiography

34. Vassar College's Catharine Hill on an influential person in her life

35. Wesleyan University's Michael S. Roth on an influential person in his life

36. Youtube videos (US Applications Workshop at HELP UC) .

37. Admission Stuff .

38. Preparation for US Applications from June 2009 -> January 2010 .

39. USA Study Guide.com .

40. Collegeapps.about.com .

41. SAT Score for Ivy League Universities (25 percentile & 75 percentile) .

42. SAT Score for top Liberal Arts Colleges (25 percentile & 75 percentile) .

43. SAT Score for top US Universities (non-Ivy) (25 percentile & 75 percentile) .

44. SAT Score for top Public Universities (25 percentile & 75 percentile) .

45. US News Guide to Admissions .

46. College Admission Tips.net .

47. IvyLeagueAdmission.com Essay Writing Tips & Strategies .

48. IvyLeagueAdmission.com Admission Guide .

49. HopelessToHarvard.com .

50. 5 Tips to get into Ivy League (CNN) .

51. Ivy League Admission Statement for Athletes .

52. Ivy Gate Blog .

53. The Brown Daily Herald .

54. Columbia Spectator .

55. Cornell Daily Sun .

56. Daily Princetonian .

57. Yale Daily News .

58. The Dartmouth .

59. The Daily Pennsylvanian .

60. The Crimson .

61. MIT Open Courseware .

62. http://knowledge.wharton.upenn.edu/.

63. Academic Earth (Video Lectures from Top Unis .

64. iTunesU (Lectures from Top Universities - Do scroll down) .

65. SatVocab.com .

66. CollegeNews.org - Liberal Arts Colleges news .

67. AdmissionAdvice.com .

68. How to get into Ivy League Admissions .

69. Liberal Arts Education .

70. Alumni Interview .

71. Earnings of those from Elite Universities .

72. Choosing the right colleges .

73. Forbes US Colleges Ranking .

74. College Confidential - Xiggi's SAT Prep Advice .

75. College Confidential - Arachnotron's SAT Prep Advice .

76. College Confidential - Bigb14's SAT Prep Advice .

77. College Confidential - SAT Prep Books Review .

78. College Confidential - Past and Present SAT Practice Tests .

79. College Confidential - Tips from a SAT 2400er .

80. College Confidential - How to improve significantly in SAT .

81. College Confidential - How to attack SAT critical reading effectively .

82. College Confidential - Strange Camus's SAT Grammar Guide .

83. College Confidential - How to ace SAT essay .

84. College Confidential - SAT Math Help Center .

85. College Confidential - SAT 2 Review Books .

86. College Confidential - SAT 2 Chemistry & Physics Help .

87. College Confidential - SAT 2 Literature Guides .

88. College Confidential - SAT 2 Maths Guides .

89. College Confidential - SAT Test Curves .

90. College Confidential - SAT Practice Tests & SAT Official Essay Prompts .

91. College Confidential - Sharing on Conquering SAT .

92. College Confidential - Big Improvement Scores in SAT .

93. College Confidential - List of SAT Vocabs .

94. College Confidential - Past Year SAT Official Essay Prompts .

95. College Confidential - List of Topics on SAT in College Confidential .

96. Unigo.com - College Reviews by College Students .

97. Vocabtest.com .

98. Syvum.com - SAT Practice .

99. Quiz-tree.com - SAT Practice .

100. SAT-Preparation.co.il - SAT Practice .

101. English-test.net - SAT Practice .

102. West.net - SAT Practice .

103. Majortests.com - SAT Practice .

104. SATtest.us - SAT Practice .

105. Yahoo Education - SAT Practice .

106. Yahoo Education - SAT Subject Test Practice .

107. ENotes.com - SAT Practice .

108. Wikibooks.org - SAT Study Guide .

109. Sparknotes.com - SAT .

110. Brightsparks.com - US Applications Forum .

111. What Will They Learn - Core Curriculum of Top 100 Unis .

112. WhatWillTheyLearn.com .

113. What Should Colleges Teach - New York Times

114. Collegedata.com

115. College Admissions Tracker

116. Fusion Academy - 31 Free SAT Writing (Grammar) Lessons

117. Fusion Academy - 31 Free SAT Vocabulary Lessons

118. Fusion Academy - 31 Free SAT Critical Reading Lessons

119. Fusion Academy - 31 Free SAT Maths Lessons

120. Harvard Dean of Admissions - Part 1 Reply

121. Harvard Dean of Admissions - Part 2 Reply

122. Harvard Dean of Admissions - Part 3 Reply

123. Harvard Dean of Admissions - Part 4 Reply

124. Harvard Dean of Admissions - Part 5 Reply

125. Uncle Ezra Replies on Cornell - Since 1986

126. A Word A Day - Lets Improve our Vocabulary

127. SAT Score Analysis (Using Thai Case Studies)

128. 100 Free Ivy League Lectures

129. FreeVideoLectures.com

130. US College Search

131. Article on Liberal Arts College (NST)

132. Article on Choosing Colleges based on cost

133. Edforall.net (Collections of Lecture Notes from Top Universities

134. Iswari (Cornell University) - Her Journey

135. Iswari (Cornell University) - Application essays

136. Alan Lawrence Sitomer (Essay Preps)


* All these resources are sourced from various people. A lot of them shared based on their personal experience, and we would encourage everyone to evaluate on your own, on whether which advice to take and which advice to ignore. Neither we nor the author of the articles will be held responsible for the advice shared. We do not endorse any of the product/package sold by any website above.

Curtin Special January Intake Programme

Curtin Sarawak 2010 intake now in progress:

Special January Intake Programme gives SPM/STPM students a head start on their tertiary education

Details of the January Intake Programme and entry requirements for the Diploma, Foundation and Undergraduate programmes can be obtained

(1) By contacting Curtin Sarawak’s Marketing Department at +60 85 443939

(2) By e-mailing enquiries@curtin.edu.my.

Miri – 20 November 2009 -

(A) For Whom:

Curtin Sarawak has commenced enrollment for its January 2010 intake. Students who have completed their SPM and STPM need not wait until they get their results in the coming year to enroll in Curtin Sarawak.

They can take advantage of the university’s special January Intake Programme, a course of study which will prepare them for tertiary studies at Curtin Sarawak, as well as set them on the road to achieving Curtin’s graduate attributes, that is, to be knowledge users, creative and critical thinkers, research smart, effective communicators, technology savvy, life-long learners, international citizens, culturally sensitive and profession wise.

The Private Higher Educational Act 1996 (Act 555) requires private higher education institutes to teach Malaysian Studies, Islamic Studies for Muslim students and Moral Studies for non-Muslim students, and all Malaysian students are required to pass these compulsory subjects as a prerequisite to the award of a certificate, diploma or degree.

The Malaysian Studies and Islamic/Moral Studies modules are conducted 7 hours a week for a total of 14 hours a week, while the Essentially Curtin module is 10 hours per week.

(B) Duration & when:

The five-week January Intake Programme, which commences on 11 January and ends on 12 February 2010,

gives SPM and STPM students a head start on tertiary education at Curtin Sarawak should their SPM or STPM results prove adequate for entry into the university’s Undergraduate programme in February and Diploma and Foundation programmes in March 2010.

It will also give the students a taste of university life and a better understanding of the requirements of tertiary education.

(C) Fee:

The fee for the programme is a very affordable RM3,000, excluding textbook fees.

(D) Eligibility & Due Date:

To be eligible to enroll in the programme, a student must make an upfront payment of RM3,000 before 31 December 2009. The student must also fulfill the entry requirements for either the Diploma, Foundation or Degree programmes (based on their SPM or STPM forecasted results, or for UEC students, their actual results).

On one hand, if the student is eligible and decides to enter one of the programmes upon completion of the January Intake Programme, the RM3,000 fee will go towards his or her first semester tuition fees, which means the student undergoes the January Intake Programme absolutely free. On the other hand, if the student discontinues his or her studies at the end of the programme, the amount will be forfeited with no refund given.

However, a full refund will be given if a student’s SPM or STPM result does not meet Curtin Sarawak’s English or academic requirements, rendering him or her ineligible to enter a Diploma, Foundation or Degree programme.

(E) Accommodation:

Those requiring accommodation, can enjoy 50% off their rent for five weeks’ study at the Lakeside Apartments located on the campus, which feature well-appointed living spaces and are within walking distance from classrooms, the cafeteria, campus shops, computer laboratories, library and other campus facilities.

They are, however, required to pay a 2-month housing deposit prior to their stay, which is fully refundable if they discontinue their studies after the January Intake Programme, or conversely, if they enter the first semester intake, used as a deposit for their subsequent tenancy.

Utility charges are included in the rent to a maximum of RM50 per resident per month. Usage above the amount will be charged accordingly.

(F) Enrollment/ Orientation Dates:

The last date for enrollment in the programme is 15 January 2010

and orientation for enrolled students will be on 11 January 2010, which is also the census date (last date to withdraw application) for the programme.

Students who choose to withdraw before the census date will be refunded 90% of their RM3,000 fee. Meanwhile, no refunds will be given for withdrawals after the census date.

(G) Fee Payment Method:

Various fee payment and scholarship schemes such as the Fee Installment Payment (FIP), CSM Scholarship schemes, as well as the Employee Provident Fund (EPF) Withdrawal Scheme for Education, are not applicable for the programme.

Furthermore, students enrolling for the programme are not eligible to Curtin Sarawak’s early bird rebate for early enrollment unless full payment on their first semester tuition fee is made on or before the early bird expiry dates, that is, 8 February 2010 for the Diploma and Foundation programmes, and 1 February 2010 for the Degree programmes.


(H) Where To Contact:

More details of the January Intake Programme and entry requirements for the Diploma, Foundation and Undergraduate programmes can be obtained by contacting Curtin Sarawak’s Marketing Department at +60 85 443939 or e-mailing enquiries@curtin.edu.my.

Lion Group foundation website for scholars

Extract from News Strait Time, 30/11/09: http://www.nst.com.my/Current_News/NST/articles/23lion/Article/index_html

2009/11/30

PETALING JAYA: The Lion Group educational and charitable foundation yesterday launched its website at Sunway Pyramid shopping mall.


The website features a symbol of a rising sun spreading its rays, "symbolizing the giving of hope and extending assistance to the less fortunate".

The website, www.lion-parksonfoundation.com.my, is designed to give the foundation a more independent profile.

Previously, all information about the foundation and its activities was published on the Lion Group's main website.

As well as providing information about the foundation's core objectives, the student loans and scholarships available for higher learning are also featured.

At the launch, foundation chairman Puan Sri Chelsia Cheng said: "Students can access information on the foundation and our activities. The website is also linked to the Lion Group of companies and it highlights job vacancies."

She said the website would soon incorporate a database on the foundation's scholars, allowing them to network and act as role models for those still studying.

Tan Shi Win, 24, is one scholar who has benefited from the foundation. After receiving a bachelor's degree in accountancy from University Utara Malaysia, she was employed in the Lion Group as personal assistant to one of its senior managers.

"I have learned a lot through the foundation and from the training I received when I graduated from university. I'm enjoying myself and learning a lot from my work in the company."

Scholarship and on-line degree

Interested in a scholarship for Environment studies? Click here for more information:

http://www.onlinedegree.net/category/blog/

Training on glass based technology

SIRIM BHD is organising a series of Training on glass based technology. There are 8 Courses which run from 1 to 5 months each, commencing Oct 09. Closing date for registration: 10 Aug 2009. Course is paid by the govt. Transport & accomodation provided. Allowances provided.
Sarawakians with SPM, or equivalent, & with intention to venture into glass industry qualify.
Pls call En Mohd Abd Kadir Johari/ En Shahrizan Mohd Sahmoni, SIRIM Bhd Swak, Kuching tel: 082-439048/439052; Fax: 082-439060 , if you or anyone you know are interested.

This info is provided by YB Hj Fadillah Bin Hj Yusof [office contact:082-444390]. TQ YB Fadillah.

Tips for Medical STudies

This is just a bit of collection and compilation from some students/ friends/ research on those aspiring young one who would like to study medical fields:

Best to get ready for next year 2010, be prepared now for USM medical or JPA scholarships:

(1) Why do you choose e.g Monash medical school/ USM Medical school/ or other medical schools?

(2) If you are not chosen by this university, what is your plan?

(3) Tell me, the procedure of a doctor when treating a patient.

(4) If UNIMAS, Kuching is near your home town, why you do not apply?

(5) If you are on a flight, that you must not miss, but seeing a man who is bleeding profusely, what would you do?

(6) Why do you want to become a doctor?

(7) What will you be if you are acceptable to a medical school?

(8) What make you so special?

(9) What are your 2 best points/ character traits?

(10) What do you think will be your greatest challenge in completing medical school or learning how to be a doctor?

(11) What are your 2 weak points? or your greatest challenge in your life so far? How do you overcome them?

(12) In your view, what is the most pressing problem in the medical arena today?

(13) How will you pay for your medical fee?

(14) If you could do anything in your education, what would you do?

(15) Tell me about yourself/ family

(16) What do you do in your spare time? Hobbies?

(17) What do you think the most important qualities in being a good doctor?

(18) Are you a leader or a follower? Why?

(19) What exposure have you had so far in the medical field?

(20) Discuss your clinical experience

(21) Discuss your volunteer work, what sort of contribution have you made?

(22) What do you think you like the most in the medical field?

(23) Express your opinion on the topics like abortion, cloning, euthanasia, drug abuse

(24) What/ how do you think the general hospital in your home town to be improved?

(25) Would you perform an abortion as doctor? Under what condition?

(26) What are the 3 things that you want to change yourself?

(27) How would you like to describe the relationship between science and medicine?

(28) Which family member has influenced your life so far? Why and how?

(29) What is the hardest decision you have ever made in your life? Describe

(30) Tell me about the health care system in your country.

Matriculation is opened for application now‏

If you like to apply for matriculation:

Website: www.moe.gov.my

Closing Date: 10 October 2009

Please apply now and find out from this website, your schools, seniors and teachers. This application is for next year, 2010 intake.
Let's give our hearts and passion, to assist and to encourage, in order to produce more professionals in our community - Miri and rural areas, we need more doctors - cardiologists and oncologists, architects, dentists, engineers, accountants etc. We need more medical specialists in Northern Sarawak.

Note: Data is from Kho Yok Chong

Newcastle University Medicine Malaysia

Newcastle University UK, is establishing an international branch campus in Johor, Malaysia for the provision of its undergraduate Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) degrees in Medicine.

The five-year MBBS programme is identical to that of Newcastle’s UK-based provision, and leads to the award of the same degrees. By choosing to study medicine at NUMed Malaysia, students will obtain a reputable UK medical qualification, from an internationally recognized university, at approximately half the cost of studying in the UK.

The annual fee is fixed at RM90,000 for the period of their course but may be increased in line with inflation on an annual basis.

The above is an extract from their website. Please refer to their website for the latest information.

For September 2009 intake, the application is now closed.

According to newspaper report:

Forty students will be enrolled in the first two batches but the number will be increased to 100 in 2011.

That number will gradually rise to 120 students in 2012, then an annual enrolment of 180 from 2013 onwards.

NUMed will eventually employ 130 academic staff, 90 per cent of whom will be Malaysian.

Commentary from me:

In UK, the annual medical course fee for the first two years is about 13K pounds and 24K pounds for the last three clinical years. The fee increases every year by about 3% or depending on inflation rate.

The course fee varies from uni to uni. London and Scotland being the most expensive.

Twining with IMU and Dundee Uni requires only two years of clinical in UK.