Wilson Ling Xing Yong first learned about IMU through a close friend who was already studying there. Soon after, he saw an advertisement for IMU’s Open Day, where one programme immediately caught his eye — the newly introduced Bachelor in Digital Health (Hons).
Curious to learn more, Wilson did his own research online and later attended the Open Day. He was especially attracted to how the programme combines healthcare, IT, artificial intelligence, and data analytics. To him, it felt modern, practical, and closely aligned with the future of healthcare. That clarity helped him decide to enrol.
Wilson describes his time studying Digital Health at IMU as both meaningful and enjoyable. With a small class size, students were able to learn closely together, support one another, and build strong friendships. The learning environment felt personal and encouraging.
What stood out most were the lecturers. Beyond lectures and textbooks, they invited industry speakers, organised field trips, and shared real-world examples from the healthcare technology sector. These experiences helped students understand how what they learned in class applies to real jobs.
A key highlight of the programme was the industrial training module. During this period, Wilson worked in a real healthcare IT environment, gaining hands-on experience and learning directly from industry professionals. This boosted his confidence and gave him a clearer idea of how digital solutions are used in healthcare settings.
Today, Wilson has graduated from the Bachelor in Digital Health (Hons) programme and is exploring opportunities in the healthcare IT industry. He is excited to contribute to the digital transformation of healthcare.
For science-stream students who may feel unsure about moving into a tech-based programme, Wilson shares this advice: don’t be afraid to try. Programming and technical subjects can be challenging at first, but with effort and persistence, improvement comes. Along the way, you may discover new skills and strengths you never expected.
At IMU, students can complete the Digital Health programme fully in Malaysia or choose to transfer credits to the University of Western Australia. The programme intake begins in April, July, and September.
Students enrolling in the 2026 intakes may be eligible for the Global Leadership Scholarship, which offers a 20% tuition fee reduction, along with other scholarships such as the IMU-Merit and IMU-Need Scholarships (subject to university approval).
To learn more, visit IMU Open Day on 25 January 2026, from 10.00 am to 4.00 pm, at IMU University Technology Park Campus (LiT Block).
For more information, visit www.imu.edu.my, email [email protected], or call 03-2731 7272.
