Master of Science (Healthy Aging, Medical Aesthetic and Regenerative Medicine)
UCSI UniversityAbout the programme
This programme is the first postgraduate programme in the world to combine three fields – healthy aging, medical aesthetics and regenerative medicine. It is the only Master pathway designed and offered exclusively for practicing medical doctors to obtain the Letter of Credentialing and Privileging (LCP).
This programme promotes evidence-based practices in aesthetics with exposure to current advances in healthy aging and regenerative medicine. Collaboration with partners such as University of Malaya (UM), Tissue Engineering Center, National University of Malaysia (UKM) and Xeoul Clinic keeps the programme up-to-date. Our graduates will be equipped with skills and knowledge to accelerate growth in their career path.
This programme received a 100% graduate employability score in the Ministry of Higher Education’s Graduate Employability 2021. (Source: ge.mohe.gov.my/)
Entry requirements
Academic Requirements
Malaysian and International candidates
- Bachelor Degree in Medicine (MBBS/MD) or Dentistry or equivalent with minimum CGPA of 2.50 in related field as accepted by the HEP Senate; or
- Bachelor Degree in Medicine (MBBS/MD) or Dentistry or equivalent in related field with CGPA of less than 2.50 and a minimum of 5 years working experience in the related field
English Language Requirements
- Passed at least IELTS Academic Band 5.0 or equivalent.
What you’ll study
Aesthetic Medicine
- Basic Science in Medical Aesthetics
- Chemical Peel
- Skin Tightening
- Botulinum Toxin Injection
- Dermal Filler Injection
- Lasers
- Intense Pulse Light
Healthy Aging Medicine
- Theories of Aging
- Age-Related Changes and Diseases
- Lifestyle Modification
- Endocrinology
- Environment and Toxicology
Regenerative Medicine
- Molecular Cell Biology
- Genetics and Epigenetics
- Stem Cells
- Cellular Therapies
- Tissue Engineering
- Legal Perspective and Bioethics in Regenerative Medicine
Medical Research
- Medical Communication and Ethics
- Research Methodology
- Master Research Project
Career pathways
This Master’s Programme is the key to opening different doors in the medical healthcare industry with innumerable opportunities for career growth for doctors.
Some of the possible future career pathways are as follows:
- Medical Aesthetician
- Business/Medical Consultant
- Medical Advisor
- Medical Director
- Researcher
- Educationist
Programme information is supplied through StudyMalaysia. Confirm current fees, intake dates, requirements and availability directly with the institution.