Master of Medical Ultrasound
Lincoln University College · Malaysia
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Quick Overview
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The Master in Medical Ultrasound program is designed to equip healthcare professionals with advanced knowledge and practical skills in medical ultrasound imaging, blending theoretical foundations with clinical practice.
The program is structured to enhance professional competencies across core ultrasound topics and extensive hands-on clinical training, and requires successful completion of 50 credit hours to graduate.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Clinical sectional anatomy for advanced cross-sectional imaging knowledge.
- Ultrasound physics and instrumentation covering principles and equipment used in ultrasound imaging.
- Ultrasound of abdomen and pelvic organs including clinical techniques and applications.
- Musculoskeletal ultrasound for imaging of musculoskeletal structures.
- Echocardiography and clinical sonography to strengthen diagnostic ultrasound competence.
- Biostatistics to support statistical methods used in medical/biological research.
- Preparation and completion of the programme’s final-year / final-semester project requirement.
- Applied clinical integration of ultrasound knowledge with research-oriented components.
Curriculum
Master in Medical Ultrasound (Lincoln University College) programme comprises 15 courses totalling 50 credit hours.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Core taught modules | Clinical Sectional Anatomy | 3 | 14 |
| Ultrasound Physics and Instrumentation | 3 | |||
| Ultrasound of Abdomen and Pelvic Organs | 4 | |||
| Musculoskeletal Ultrasound | 4 | |||
| Semester 2 | Core taught modules | Professional Practice | 2 | 14 |
| Small Parts and Pediatric Ultrasound | 4 | |||
| Echocardiography | 4 | |||
| Obstetrics Ultrasound | 4 | |||
| Semester 3 | Core taught modules and research methods | Advanced Doppler and Vascular Ultrasound | 4 | 14 |
| Biostatistics | 3 | |||
| Comparative Imaging | 3 | |||
| Research Methodology | 3 | |||
| Clinical Sonography | 1 | |||
| Semester 4 | Clinical training, research project, and community service | Clinical Sonography | 16 | 25 |
| Research Project | 8 | |||
| Community Service | 1 | |||
| Total | All taught courses plus the final year research project and related required components | 50 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You gain advanced clinical ultrasound imaging capability through a curriculum that integrates theoretical foundations with clinical practice, preparing you for high-level diagnostic sonography roles.
- You are trained across key ultrasound areas (including abdomen and pelvic organs, musculoskeletal ultrasound, and echocardiography), helping you qualify for specialised positions in medical imaging services.
- You build job-ready competencies that support work in diagnostic imaging settings, including hospitals and private medical facilities where ultrasound services are essential.
- You develop research and data skills (including biostatistics) that strengthen your profile for roles that combine clinical practice with evidence-based medical imaging.
- You graduate with an MQA-accredited master’s qualification (MQA/PA 7417), which helps support professional recognition for your further career development.
- You can progress into leadership and teaching-oriented paths in medical ultrasound by leveraging advanced clinical expertise and structured academic training.
Employability rate
For graduates of medical ultrasound-related master’s programmes in Malaysia, an estimated employability rate is around 78% and an unemployment rate is about 22%, reflecting steady demand for diagnostic imaging skills.
Together, these figures suggest a generally stable career outlook, especially for graduates who can demonstrate hands-on competence and practical ultrasound imaging ability.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | International applicants must hold a Bachelor’s Degree (Level 6, MOH) in the field of Medical Ultrasound or a related field, with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 or an equivalent accepted by the Lincoln University College Senate. |
| Work experience (if CGPA is below 2.50) | If the relevant Bachelor’s Degree (Level 6, MOH) is not meeting the minimum CGPA of 2.50, applicants may still be considered with at least 5 years of relevant work experience in the related field. |
Language requirements
English requirements are compulsory for international students. You must demonstrate good proficiency in verbal and written English using an approved test or an accepted equivalent.
IELTS Academic
TOEFL iBT
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Not published | Official fee amounts are not published on the Master in Medical Ultrasound page; the university asks applicants to email the admissions/finance contacts for current tuition details. |
Proof of financial resources
International applicants should ensure they can cover tuition and living expenses for the duration of study in Malaysia. You may be asked to provide evidence of financial capability as part of the student-pass and visa process, so prepare your funding documents early.
- Ability to pay the first payment required with the application and tuition charges as confirmed during admission
- Proof of funds for tuition and living expenses for Malaysia student-pass and visa processing (as requested by relevant authorities)
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | May - Summer intake | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A | N/A |
| Semester begins | N/A | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | May - Summer intake | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | May - Summer intake | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Start the online application
Complete the online application on Lincoln University College’s application system. Make sure your passport details and your academic documents match, because the university may request an affidavit if there are name/date mismatches. Prepare your passport (all pages), academic transcripts and certificates, and passport-sized photographs before you submit.
Complete your supporting documents and fees
Upload the required certified academic documents and any supporting documents requested for your admission profile. Provide the Medical Examination Report and proof of English language proficiency when applicable. Include the application fee payment as required in the application process before deadline.
Attend the interview
After submitting your application, sign up for and attend the admission interview when requested. The program’s admission process includes an interview as part of selection for the Master in Medical Ultrasound. Ensure you can explain your academic background and relevant ultrasound/healthcare experience (if applicable).
Proceed to student-pass/visa processing if you are offered a place
If you receive an offer, follow the university’s instructions to proceed with student-pass and visa processing. The university advises bringing your passport to the International Student Office at least sixty days before student-pass/visa expiry for processing. Pay attention to any additional documentation and insurance requirements that authorities may request during processing.