Overview
The Diploma in Pharmacy programme provides students with the skills and knowledge needed to contribute e?ectively to the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries as pharmacy assistants and technicians. The programme aims to strengthen the nation¡¯s need for competent and quali?ed pharmacy support sta? in the healthcare sector by educating students on various aspects of pharmaceutics, pharmacy practices, communication skills, healthcare management and entrepreneurship and includes attachments in hospital, community, and industrial settings.
Academic Requirements
SPM /O-Levels
Completed Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject (Biology / Chemistry / Physics / General Science) and one any other subject, or its equivalent.
STPM
Completed Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) with a minimum of Grade C (GP2.00) in any subject, or its equivalent; and completed SPM with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject (Biology / Chemistry / Physics / General Science) and one any other subject, or its equivalent.
STAM
Completed Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM) with a minimum grade of Maqbul, or its equivalent; and completed SPM with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject (Biology / Chemistry / Physics / General Science) and one any other subject, or its equivalent.
SKM
Completed Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM) (Level 3, MQF) in a related field (health science related) and completed SPM with one (1) credit.
Certificate
A Certificate (Level 3, MQF) in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, or its equivalent.
UEC
Minimum grade B in 3 subjects, inclusive of Mathematics and 1 science subject.
Polytechnic/Certificate Equivalents
Minimum CGPA 2.0
Equivalent Courses
Case-by-case basis.
Matriculation
CGPA of 2.0 and above with minimum Grade E in Mathematics, one science subject (Biology / Chemistry / Physics / General Science) and one other subject.
Other qualifications deemed equivalent to SPM/O-Levels by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency
Aggregate 50% inclusive of Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject.
English Language Requirements
For Local Students
MUET
Band 3
SPM English Language
Grade B+
PM English language 1119/ O-Levels English/ IGCSE
Grade C
UEC English Language
Grade A2
IELTS
4.0
- In the event that the English language requirements are not met, applicants will be required to take the Basic English and English Foundation for in-sessional academic enhancement concurrently with the programme.
For International Students
MUET
Band 3
TOEFL iBT
30-31
IELTS
Score 4.0
Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests
140
Pearson Test of English
36
- International applicants who do not meet the respective academic programme¡¯s English Language Requirement will need to improve their proficiency by enrolling into the English for Tertiary Education programme (R/KJP/00920-00929) which helps prepare them in attaining a required band score. Placement into the various levels of the English for Tertiary Education programme depends on the English Language qualification students have at the point of admission and/or the outcome of the English Placement Test.
- Extracurricular Learning Experience 1 (MPU¨CU4)
- Anatomy and Physiology
- General Chemistry
- Microbiology
- Introduction to Pharmaceutics
- Professional Skills and Development
- Organic and Inorganic Chemistry
- Liquid Dosage Forms
- Dispensing Techniques and Communication
- Medical Devices and Equipment
- Community Attachment
- Solid Dosage Forms
- Semisolid Dosage Forms
- Introduction to Pharmacy Management
- Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapy of Main Body Systems
- Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacy Practice
- Extracurricular Learning Experience 2 (MPU¨CU4)
- Sterile and Non-Sterile Compounding
- Quality Control of Pharmaceutical Products
- Antimicrobial Therapy
- Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapy of Special Body Systems
- Vitamins, Herbal Supplements and Nutrition
- Integriti dan Anti-Rasuah
- University Life
- Industrial Attachment
6 Months of attachment after year 2
- Hospital Pharmacy
- Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
(Penghayatan Etika and Peradaban)
- Communication in Bahasa Melayu 2
(Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2)
Graduates with a diploma in pharmacy can expect wide career opportunities in the healthcare and pharmaceutical industry
- Pharmacy Assistant (government/private hospitals; community pharmacies)
- Medical/Healthcare Sales Representative
- Quality Control Assistant
- Sales and Marketing Executive
- Health Service Managers
- Pharmacy Lab Assistant
- Storekeeper
- Pharmacy Store Assistant
Local Students
Approximate Total Fees:
RM 54,420
International Students
Approximate Total Fees:
RM 74,720
Note: This is an estimated fee, as different countries have different visa processing charges and administrative fees. For more information, kindly refer to your region¡¯s counselor for the detailed fee breakdown.
