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Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Chiropractic
KPT/JPT(R/726/6/0054)08/2026 | MQA/A9294
Commencement
Apr & Sep
Degree/Duration
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Chiropractic (IMU):
5 years
Degree from Partner Universities:
5 years
Unlock the Transformative Power of Chiropractic
Chiropractic offers a multitude of exciting opportunities in healthcare with the increasing awareness of holistic wellness. Become a dedicated and compassionate chiropractor focused on bettering the lives of your patients in Southeast Asia’s first and only complete Chiropractic degree. Embark on a global academic journey with our diverse faculty members and further expand your horizons by connecting with our international network of partner institutions spanning the UK, Australia, and the Philippines.
Why Study Chiropractic at IMU?
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An Established Private Healthcare University
IMU is Malaysia’s first and most established private medical and healthcare university with over 30 years of dedicated focus in healthcare education. IMU achieved the SETARA-2018/19 Tier 6 status (Outstanding) under the Mature University category.
02
Better Exposure to Hands-On Practical Sessions
From Semester 1 onwards, students have the opportunity to experience many hours of hands-on practical sessions at the fully equipped Clinical Skills and Simulation Centre and Clinic, which helps to hone their skills and prepare them to be competent chiropractors.
03
Excellent Career Prospects
As the demand for chiropractic services rapidly increases in Malaysia, there is a need to increase the number of qualified chiropractors. Currently in Malaysia, the ratio of chiropractor to population is 1:450,000 as compared to 1:4,500 in the US. Competent graduates will therefore be able to establish themselves in a rapidly growing field of healthcare.
04
Build Your Future Healthcare Professional Network
As IMU offers the widest range of healthcare programmes, our students are fully immersed in a vibrant community of students and practitioners from all healthcare fields. This allows for the development of strong friendship amongst peers that will be the foundation of an extensive healthcare professional network upon graduation.
05
Curriculum Benchmarked to International Standards
IMU’s Chiropractic curriculum has been developed to meet high international standards and is accepted by renowned international universities in Australia and the United Kingdom for credit transfer into their chiropractic programmes. It is the first and only complete Chiropractic degree in Malaysia and Southeast Asia. The IMU Chiropractic programme has been accredited by the prestigious Council on Chiropractic Education Australasia.
06
Ensuring Public Safety in Clinical Training
At IMU University, public safety and patient care are at the core of our Chiropractic Programme. Our clinical training practicum is designed with safety protocols and under the supervision of experienced professionals to ensure the highest standards of patient care. This commitment is integrated into our programme outcomes and continuously monitored to meet and exceed professional standards. We are dedicated to maintaining an environment where safety and health are prioritised, equipping our students with the skills and ethical understanding necessary for effective and safe practice.
Entry Requirements
Pre-University Examination
Requirements
| Examinations | Requirements | ||||||||
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| A-Levels | DD AND Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level) |
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| STPM | cGPA 2.50 AND Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level) |
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| Australian Matriculation | 65% aggregate or ATAR 70 AND Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level) |
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| NCEA Level 3 | 65% aggregate AND Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level) |
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| Canadian Grade 12/13 | 65% aggregate in 6 subjects AND Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level) |
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| Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) | B5 B5 B5 B6 B6 AND Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level) |
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| Australian University Foundation Programmes | 70% aggregate or ATAR 70 AND Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level) |
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| Indian Pre-University | 65% aggregate AND Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level) |
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| Ministry of Education Matriculation # | cGPA 2.50 AND Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level) |
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| International Baccalaureate (IB) | 27 points AND Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level) |
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| American High School Diploma with Advanced Placement (AP) | cGPA 2.50 AND Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level) |
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| Foundation Studies # | IMU Foundation in Science / equivalent cGPA of 2.50 AND Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent. (This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level) |
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| Degree | BSc in related field: cGPA 2.00 |
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| Diploma | Diploma in Science, Diploma in Traditional and Complementary Medicine – cGPA 2.50 Diploma in Traditional and Complementary Medicine with 2 years working experience in the related field – cGPA 2.00 |
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# The duration of this programme must be a minimum of 1 year in the same accredited institution and foundation in other disciplines are accepted.
DD
AND
Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent.
(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
cGPA 2.50
AND
Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent.
(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
ATAR 70
AND
Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent.
(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
70% aggregate or ATAR 70
AND
Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent
(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at PreUniversity level)
65% aggregate in 6 subjects
AND
Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent.
(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
BSc in related field: cGPA 2.00
Diploma in Science, Diploma in Traditional and Complementary Medicine – cGPA 2.50
Diploma in Traditional and Complementary Medicine with 2 years working experience in the related field – cGPA 2.00
IMU Foundation in Science / equivalent, cGPA of 2.50
AND
Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent.
(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
# The duration of this programme must be a minimum of 1 year in the same accredited institution and foundation in other disciplines are accepted.
65% aggregate
AND
Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent.
(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
27 points
AND
Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent.
(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
cGPA 2.50
AND
Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent.
(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
# The duration of this programme must be a minimum of 1 year in the same accredited institution and foundation in other disciplines are accepted.
65% aggregate
AND
Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent.
(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
cGPA 2.50
AND
Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent.
(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
B5 B5 B5 B6 B6
AND
Credit in Mathematics and two Science subjects at SPM level or its equivalent.
(This can be exempted if achieved the same result at Pre-University level)
Foundation in Science
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- Foundation in Science qualifications from other higher education institutions will be considered on a case by case basis for admission into the local IMU programmes.
- Students with IMU Foundation in Science can apply into IMU programmes and programmes with selected credit transfer options, upon meeting the entry requirement eligibility. **
(Please refer to IMU Foundation in Science brochure for more details)
For admissions into the IMU Foundation in Science programme, students will need:
- Pass SPM / O-Levels with minimum 5 credits in Mathematics, 2 Science subjects and 2 other subjects.
Note: Specific SPM / O-Levels requirements may be needed for admissions into IMU programmes.
English Language Examination
Requirements
| Examinations | Requirements | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MUET** | Band score of 3; or (For Malaysian students) |
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| IELTS** | Overall band score of 5.5; or | ||||||||
| TOEFL iBT** | Overall score of 46; or | ||||||||
| Cambridge English : Advanced (CAE)** |
Overall score of 162; or | ||||||||
| Cambridge English : Proficiency (CPE)** |
Overall score of 162; or | ||||||||
| Cambridge Linguaskill** | Overall score of 160; or | ||||||||
| Pearson Test of English (PTE)** |
Overall score of 51; or | ||||||||
| Credit Transfer | IELTS Overall band score of 7.0 | ||||||||
Overall score of 162
Overall score of 162
Overall score of 160
IELTS Overall band score of 7.0
Overall band score of 5.5
Band score of 3
(For Malaysian students)
Overall score of 51
Overall score of 46
The following categories of students* are exempted from the English requirements:
Students who graduated from other institutions where the curriculum is delivered in English Language for example:
Advanced Levels / Australian Matriculation / Australian University Foundation Year / Canadian Matriculation / International Baccalaureate / Foundation in Science / Other Pre-University Programmes from Local Higher Education Institutions
*ONLY applicable to those who are completing the entire degree at IMU, Malaysia.
**Applicable to IMU local degree only.
Note: Please note that achieving the minimum Entry and English requirements as stated does not guarantee you admission into any of IMU’s programmes. Please refer to our Student Admissions Policy for more information.
Programme Structure
- Curriculum is reviewed periodically and subject to change.
- MPU modules are compulsory, imposed by the Ministry of Higher Education under the Private Higher Educational Institutions Act 1996 (Act 555).
- Every student must pass all modules as a prerequisite for the awarding of the degree.
- Students will undergo Practicum in relevant community settings and industry.
Fee Structure
| Fee | Malaysian Student (RM) | International Student (RM) |
|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | 150 | 500 |
| Registration Fee | 850 | 2,000 |
| Refundable Caution Deposit | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| Malaysian Student Tuition Fees |
International Student Tuition Fees |
Estimated Tuition Fees at Partner University |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Chiropractic (IMU) |
10 semesters, 5 years | 10 semesters, 5 years | – |
| RM35,000 per semester, | RM35,300 per semester, | – | |
| Total Duration: 5 years | RM70,000 per year | RM70,600 per year | |
| Credit Transfer to Health Sciences University, England |
6 semesters, 3 years | 6 semesters, 3 years | 4 semesters, 2 years |
| RM35,000 per semester, | RM35,300 per semester, | GBP 16,560 | |
| Master of Chiropractic | RM70,000 per year | RM70,600 per year | |
| Total Duration: 5 years | |||
| Credit Transfer to University of South Wales, England# |
6 semesters, 3 years | 6 semesters, 3 years | 4 semesters, 2 years |
| RM35,000 per semester, | RM35,300 per semester, | GBP 16,200 | |
| Master of Chiropractic | RM70,000 per year | RM70,600 per year | |
| Total Duration: 5 years | |||
| Credit Transfer to CQUniversity, Australia# |
4 semesters, 2 years | 4 semesters, 2 years | BSc: 2 semester, 1 year |
| Bachelor of Science (Chiropractic) and | RM35,000 per semester, | RM35,300 per semester, | AUD 40,500 |
| Master of Clinical Chiropractic | RM70,000 per year | RM70,600 per year | MClinChiro: 6 semesters, 2 years |
| Total Duration: 5 years | AUD 49,920 | ||
| Credit Transfer to Macquarie University, Australia# | 4 semesters, 2 years | 4 semesters, 2 years | Years: 1 (Bachelor) + 2 (Masters) |
| Bachelor of Chiropractic Science | RM35,000 per semester | RM35,300 per semester | Total Semesters: 2 (Bachelor) + 4 (Masters) |
| Master of Chiropractic | RM70,000 per year | RM70,600 per year | AUD 47,400 (Bachelor) + AUD 51,000 (Master) |
| Total Duration: 5 years | |||
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- # Partner university may provide scholarships or bursaries for eligible students.
- Students who opt for credit transfer to CQUniversity are required to complete additional modules.
Meet Our Partner Universities
Our Industrial Partners
The curriculum structure is constantly updated to meet the ever-changing industries’ needs and includes research-led teaching to deliver evidence-based knowledge and practice in the industry. Students will have the opportunity to undergo industrial training in the related sectors in their final semester. They will also be able to collaborate with industry or/and researcher in related project in their final year.
Hear from Our Students and Alumni
During my time studying chiropractic at IMU, I had also attended free spinal screening event held throughout my student life. The importance of this screening event is to increase the awareness of musculoskeletal health and to introduce chiropractic care to the society. In addition, it also helped to sharpen my communication and analytical skills. In my opinion, it was really a great experience as it is something that we can't obtain it through academically and through these activities, I have found my interest in chiropractic.
Leong Jia Wai
Alumnus
The chiropractic programme in IMU have provided me the knowledge and shaped me into being a competent chiropractor. I am very grateful to be able to pursue and complete my chiropractic education locally.
Tay Pei Shen
Alumna
Frequently Asked Questions
- Verified copies of your academic qualifications
- Evidence of English language proficiency
- A copy of your MyKad or the identification page of your passport
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Our alumni today have embarked on diverse and promising career paths across various industries. They are a true testament to the versatility of their education, as they continue to excel in a wide range of professional healthcare fields.
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A Word from the Programme Director
IMU Chiropractic programme is dedicated to shaping the future of healthcare through evidence-based chiropractic education, comprehensive training, cutting-edge research, and hands-on clinical practice. Our programme is more than an education—it’s a pathway to making a difference in people’s lives.
Chow Kit Yee
Programme Director, Chiropractic
MSc Clinical Chiropractic (RMIT Australia), BSc Health Science Chiropractic (RMIT Australia)
A Word from the Programme Director
IMU Chiropractic programme is dedicated to shaping the future of healthcare through evidence-based chiropractic education, comprehensive training, cutting-edge research, and hands-on clinical practice. Our programme is more than an education—it’s a pathway to making a difference in people’s lives.
Chow Kit Yee
Programme Director, Chiropractic
MSc Clinical Chiropractic (RMIT Australia), BSc Health Science Chiropractic (RMIT Australia)
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