IMU University Welcomes UK Health Sciences University Delegates for Chiropractic Mobility Programme in Malaysia

IMU University hosted 19 chiropractic students from the Health Sciences University, United Kingdom, for a two-week international mobility programme in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The programme combined academic learning, clinical practicum, and cultural immersion to enhance global healthcare competencies and chiropractic practice skills.

Programme:

International chiropractic student mobility programme

Location:

IMU University, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Duration:

1–14 March 2026
(Two weeks)

Participants:

19 chiropractic students from
Health Sciences University, United Kingdom

Highlights:

• Clinical practicum
• Private practice visit
• Cultural immersion

Clinical Practicum:

IMU Healthcare Chiropractic Centres

IMU University recently hosted 19 chiropractic students from AECC School of Chiropractic, Health Sciences University, United Kingdom, as part of the mobility programme held from 1 to 14 March 2026. The two-week programme brought together participants in a comprehensive academic, clinical, and cultural exchange experience.

Designed to provide an immersive international learning environment, the mobility programme aimed to deepen participants’ understanding of

• Chiropractic practice,
• Research literacy, and
• Global healthcare perspectives within the Malaysian context.

The programme commenced with a formal welcome session at IMU University, featuring

• Opening remarks by institutional leaders and
• A keynote address by the Association of Chiropractic Malaysia.
• Interactive activities, campus engagement, and networking sessions that fostered early connections between visiting and local students.

Throughout the two weeks, participants engaged in a structured academic schedule that included:

• Clinical conferences
• Problem-based learning sessions
• Hands-on workshop

These sessions were integrated with IMU University chiropractic programme classes, enabling meaningful peer-to-peer learning and collaborative knowledge exchange

A highlight of the programme was the opportunity for delegates to participate in clinical practicum sessions at the IMU Healthcare Chiropractic Centres in Bukit Jalil and Setiawalk.

Through supervised clinical observation and participation, students gained valuable insights into

• Patient management,
• Clinical decision-making, and
• Delivery of chiropractic services in a different healthcare setting.

 The study tour also emphasised interprofessional and real-world exposure, including a visit to a private chiropractic practice, where participants engaged with practitioners and explored practice operations and patient care approaches beyond the academic environment.

Beyond academics, the programme incorporated cultural immersion activities to provide a holistic experience of Malaysia, including

• Exploring iconic landmarks,
• Visiting local markets, and
• Experiencing Malaysian traditions through local cuisine sessions and community engagement activities.

In addition, the delegates were introduced to pickleball, where many experienced the sport for the first time, fostering camaraderie and informal interaction between students and faculty.

These experiences allowed students to develop not only clinical competencies but also cultural awareness and adaptability, which are essential attributes in global healthcare practice.

Wong Yi Kai, Senior Lecturer and IMU University Chiropractic Mobility Coordinator, shared,

“Programmes such as this reflect IMU University’s commitment to developing globally competent chiropractic practitioners. By combining academic integration, clinical exposure, and cultural immersion, students gain a broader perspective that extends beyond the classroom and prepares them for practice in an increasingly interconnected healthcare environment.”

Associate Professor Philip Dewhurst, International Partnerships and Developments Lead, added,

“ This is the first international visit of AECC students from Health Sciences University to an overseas partner and IMU was a natural choice given our long history of collaboration. AECC students have benefitted from a rich cultural and educational experience in Malaysia and learnt cultural skills which they can use throughout their professional careers. As AECC continues to develop these overseas experiences we hope to offer visits every year to provide our students a true global appreciation of the chiropractic profession.”

The programme concluded with a closing session featuring student reflections and certificate presentations, highlighting the impact of the experience on participants’ academic, clinical, and personal development.

This mobility programme underscores IMU University’s ongoing commitment to internationalisation and collaborative education. By fostering global partnerships and experiential learning opportunities, IMU University continues to contribute to the advancement of chiropractic education and the development of future-ready healthcare professionals.