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Master Of Science (Pharmaceutical Sciences)

Intakes
Open throughout the year
Course Duration
2-4 years full-time, 3-5 years part-time
Course Location
Kuala Lumpur
Course Mode
By Research, Full-time / Part-time
Approval Code
N/727/7/0099;10/2025
Accreditation Code
MQA/FA14016


Overview

The Master of Science (MSc) programme in Pharmaceutical Sciences at Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ University is a multidisciplinary full research mode postgraduate degree. It is the first Master¡¯s degree with specialisation in multidisciplinary areas of pharmaceutical sciences involving chemistry, medicinal chemistry, physiology, pharmacology, microbiology, pharmacokinetics, pharmaceutics and formulation science and pharmacogenomics, among others.

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Experts in the field of Pharmaceutical Sciences are much needed due to the growing demand in the pharmaceutical industry in Malaysia and internationally.

Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­¡¯s researchers and supervisors are equipped with local and international research grants as well as the experience to mentor students in their research projects. They are also constantly engaging in ongoing professional development to ensure effective research supervision.

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Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements

A Bachelor¡¯s degree with minimum CGPA of 2.75 or equivalent

An equivalent undergraduate degree in a related field may be accepted with a minimum CGPA of 2.75
* If the CGPA requirement of 2.75 is not met, applicants may be accepted with a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience

English Language Requirements

For Local & International Students
MUET
Band 3.5
IELTS
Band 5.0
Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests
154
TOEFL IBT
40
Pearson Test of English
47
Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests
Linguaskill Online score: 154
Occupational English Test (OET): 200

  • Applicants who are pursuing Bachelor¡¯s degrees in other universities that use English as the medium of instruction may be exempted from taking English classes at Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­ University if the alma mater¡¯s Registrar issues an official letter indicating so to the University. Applicants may be required to attend an interview, conducted by Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»­¡¯s faculty experts, or sit for a written test before they are accepted for admission. Prior to the interview, applicants are also required to submit a research idea outline.

Courses Offered

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Semester 1
  • Research Methodology
  • Business and Entrepreneurship
  • Master Research
Semester 2 onwards
  • Master Research
Notes:

The University may allow exemption for outstanding students to complete their studies within a shorter period.

Career Opportunities

The programme¡¯s comprehensive design and delivery paves the way for careers in advance scientific research and various fields, including

  • Academician
  • Product development scientists
  • Medicinal chemist
  • Patent attorney
  • Regulatory professionals
  • Quality control and assurance personnel
  • Medical science liaison
  • Science writer
  • Clinical research associate
  • Pharmaceutical scientist

Fees

Local Students

Approximate Total Fees:

RM 40,630

International Students

Approximate Total Fees:

RM 66,710

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.

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