Multi-specialty · Integrated Cardiothoracic Training Programme
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Malaysian Structured Training in Cardiothoracic Surgery

Universiti Malaya / RCSEd / MATCVS / Academy of Medicine Malaysia·Kuala Lumpur and accredited centres

Programme overview

Six-year structured national cardiothoracic training programme linked to FRCS Edinburgh specialty qualification.

InstitutionUniversiti Malaya / RCSEd / MATCVS / Academy of Medicine Malaysia
LocationKuala Lumpur and accredited centres, Malaysia
SpecialtyMulti-specialty
FocusCardiothoracic Surgery
Programme typeIntegrated Cardiothoracic Training Programme
Duration6 years
ParticipationHands-on clinical training
International applicantsPublished route is a Malaysian national training collaboration
RegistrationMalaysian training and registration requirements apply
AccreditationStructured programme linked to RCSEd specialty fellowship
Positions28 candidates described at programme launch
IntakeNational selection cycle
DeadlineSee official national selection cycle
FundingNot publicly listed
LanguageEnglish/Malay requirements should be confirmed
Visa informationNot publicly listed
FeesNot publicly listed
Data qualityOfficial university source available
Application opensNot publicly announced
EligibilityPublished route is a Malaysian national training collaboration
Required prior trainingNot publicly listed — confirm with programme
Application documentsSee official application instructions
Operative exposureHands-on clinical training
Research componentNot publicly listed
Salary or stipendNot publicly listed
BenefitsNot publicly listed
AccommodationNot publicly listed
Official contactUse the official programme page
Publication stateVerified
Source typeOfficial institutional or society page
International applicant check

Published route is a Malaysian national training collaboration

Clinical participationHands-on clinical training

RegistrationMalaysian training and registration requirements apply

VisaNot publicly listed — confirm directly with the host.

LanguageEnglish/Malay requirements should be confirmed

This is a source summary, not an eligibility decision. Confirm licensing, immigration, funding and clinical privileges with the responsible institution.

Verification notes

Universiti Malaya's official announcement describes a six-year structured programme; current application dates are not stated.

Source qualityOfficial institutional or society page
Last checked14 Aug 2026