Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) 36 months PHD Program By Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) |Top Universities
Program Duration

36 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

19,000 USDTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

31 Jul, 2025Application Deadline

Scholarship

YesScholarships

Program overview

Main Subject

Medicine Related Studies

Degree

Other

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

The Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences is committed to be the centre of assimilation and dissemination of knowledge along with discovery and innovation in the field of medicine and health sciences in Malaysia and the region. With outstanding faculty committed to producing high quality graduates; with moral and ethical values, being liberal and independent, global outlook, exhibiting camaraderie, being innovative and willing to provide professional service to mankind to improve their quality of lives.  The Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences will strive to be innovative in achieving its vision through learning, research experiences, health services and community projects of high quality at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

DrPH UMS is accredited by MQA and recognized by MMC. Listed in Malaysian National Specialist Registry (NSR) - https://www.nsr.org.my/Home.html

Program overview

Main Subject

Medicine Related Studies

Degree

Other

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

The Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences is committed to be the centre of assimilation and dissemination of knowledge along with discovery and innovation in the field of medicine and health sciences in Malaysia and the region. With outstanding faculty committed to producing high quality graduates; with moral and ethical values, being liberal and independent, global outlook, exhibiting camaraderie, being innovative and willing to provide professional service to mankind to improve their quality of lives.  The Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences will strive to be innovative in achieving its vision through learning, research experiences, health services and community projects of high quality at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

DrPH UMS is accredited by MQA and recognized by MMC. Listed in Malaysian National Specialist Registry (NSR) - https://www.nsr.org.my/Home.html

Admission requirements

6+
550+
Degree in MD / MBBS / Medical qualification AND Degree in Master in Public Health (MPH)
31 Jul 2025
3 Years
Sep

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

0
0

International Students

19,000
-

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Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) is an institution of higher education that produces human resources, experts and professionals in a variety of fields. With the ultimate vision of imparting high quality education to local and global community of students and scholars, UMS has set for itself a high standard of scholarship. Our undergraduates as well as postgraduate students receive guidance and learning opportunities in an environment that values talent and innovation. Ever since its establishment, UMS has made consistent efforts to develop modern infrastructures and mechanisms, and a capable academic faculty supported by efficient management to provide an effective platform for nurturing young generations.

Universiti Malaysia Sabah provides an impressive range of postgraduate programmes from Masters Degrees to PhDs. Most are offered on a full time and part time basis. Practical in approach, they are designed to respond to the requirements of both career-minded graduates and prospective employers. The Centre for Postgraduate Studies (CPS) is entrusted with the responsibility for the effective administration of the postgraduate study programme at UMS.The University's distinctive strength lies in providing high quality teaching and research with a strong professional and applied focus. Collaboration, in both academic and professional communities, is the cornerstone of the success of both our taught and research programmes of study. Courses are developed in discussion with employers and working professionals to ensure their relevance to industry, commerce and the public sector. Our research units maintain partnership locally, regionally, nationally and internationally.

FAQs

Please go to https://mohon.ums.edu.my/pasca/
UMS offers a range of facilities to enhance the student experience, including a well-equipped library, robust internet and IT infrastructure, residential colleges, safety and security services, sports and recreational facilities, counseling services, a student committee, banking services, a post office, and several cafeterias.
Yes, UMS conducts all teaching and learning in English at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
To qualify for admission at UMS, international students must have completed at least twelve years of education and passed a national or international examination recognized for degree program entry. Additionally, students need to provide proof of English proficiency with one of the following: an IELTS score of at least Band 6.0, a TOEFL score of 550 (paper-based).
Currently, UMS offers scholarships exclusively for local students. However, we warmly encourage international students to explore potential scholarships available outside UMS, particularly in their home countries. Additionally, they are welcome to submit a sponsorship letter to the UMS Bursar Department for verification.
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