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MedEx is a standardized examination for candidates seeking entry into clinical specialist training programs in Malaysian public universities. It evaluates candidates on one aspect of the selection criteria, with other factors like interviews and past performance also considered. MedEx results are banded 1 through 6, and each specialty sets its own cutoff for progressing to later stages. The exam is held once annually but may increase in frequency. Payment is not required for subsequent selection stages like interviews. There is no limit to attempts, and the exam is open to both Malaysian citizens and foreigners interested in Malaysian clinical programs.

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MedEx FAQ

MedEx is a standardized examination for candidates seeking entry into clinical specialist training programs in Malaysian public universities. It evaluates candidates on one aspect of the selection criteria, with other factors like interviews and past performance also considered. MedEx results are banded 1 through 6, and each specialty sets its own cutoff for progressing to later stages. The exam is held once annually but may increase in frequency. Payment is not required for subsequent selection stages like interviews. There is no limit to attempts, and the exam is open to both Malaysian citizens and foreigners interested in Malaysian clinical programs.

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MedEx: Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is MedEx?
MedEx is short for the Medical Specialist Pre-entrance Examination (or
Peperiksaan Pra-kemasukan Ijazah Lanjutan Perubatan). It was established by
the Medical Deans Council of Malaysia and conducted by the Malaysian
Examinations Council (Majlis Peperiksaan Malaysia, MPM) under Act 225,
hence the authority to conduct examinations. It serves as one of the screening
criteria to select good candidates to join clinical specialist training in Malaysian
public universities. Different specialties apply different lists of Selection Criteria.
Please refer to the Selection Criteria specific for the specialisation that you
prefer.

2. How often is MedEx held?


MedEx is conducted only once a year for now but this may increase to twice a
year in future.

3. If I pass MedEx, will I be guaranteed a place in the clinical specialist


training programme?
Your MedEx result is one of the requirements to join the clinical specialist
training. However, there are other selection criteria to be fulfilled before you
can be admitted into the programme. For further details for each programme,
please refer to the Selection Criteria accessible in the MedEx Registration Portal.

4. How is the MedEx results expressed?


MedEx does not give a Pass or Fail result. It is given as Band 1 to 6, just like the
MUET examination. Each specialty will decide which Band will be considered
as the cut-off requirement for progress into the next stage of the selection
process, e.g. an OSCE or interview session.

5. Do I have to pay for the next stage in the selection process, i.e. the
interview?
No, you don’t need to make additional payment for the interview. However, for
certain specialties, more rigorous screening methods, e.g. OSCE, may be imposed
and special payment may be required for this.

6. Can I sit more than one MedEx paper at one time?


Yes, you can sit as many papers as you wish based on the timetable given.

7. I am a House Officer – can I sit for MedEx?


Yes. Anyone can sit for the examination but please check the Selection Criteria
for additional pre-requisites to join the clinical specialist training programme of
your preference.

8. Is there a limit to how many times I can sit for MedEx?


No.
9. If I do well in MedEx, will I automatically qualify for training
scholarships e.g. the Federal Training Award (Hadiah Latihan
Persekutuan, HLP)?
HLP or any other training scholarship is managed by the sponsor (e.g. Ministry
of Health) according to their terms and conditions. Please check with the
respective sponsors.

10. Is MedEx a compulsory requirement for entry into the medical specialist
programme?
MedEx is one of the compulsory requirements. For further details for each
programme, please refer to the Selection Criteria accessible in the MedEx
Registration Portal.

11. Is MedEx limited to Malaysian citizens only?


No. Foreign citizens can also sit for the MedEx as preparation for entry into the
Malaysian medical specialist programme. For further details on pre-requisites
for entry into each programme, please refer to the Selection Criteria accessible
in the MedEx Registration Portal.

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