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Overview
The Diploma in Pharmacy programme provides students with the skills and knowledge needed to contribute effectively to the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries as pharmacy assistants and technicians. The programme aims to strengthen the nation’s need for competent and qualified pharmacy support staff 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 level
Possess 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
Pass Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) with a minimum of Grade C (GP2.00) in any subject, or its equivalent; and possess SPM with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject (biology/chemistry/ physics/general science) and one any other subject, or its equivalent.
STAM
Pass Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia
(STAM) with a minimum grade of Maqbul, or its equivalent; and possess SPM with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject (biology/chemistry/physics/general science) and one any other subject, or its equivalent.
SKM
A pass in Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM)
(Level 3, MQF) in a related field (health science related) and possess 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.
Note : Admission to the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) programme requires SPM (science stream) with chemistry, biology and physics.
The credit requirement at SPM level can be waived should the grades obtained at the STPM/STAM/Matriculation level are equivalent/higher
UEC
Minimum grades of 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-Level 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 2CEFR
B1 (with at least 2 skills at B1)SPM English Language
Grade B+1119/O-Level/IGCSE
Grade CUEC English Language
Grade A2TOEFL IBT
30-31IELTS
4.01Cambridge English Qualification Test/Linguaskill
140Pearson Test
36For International Students
MUET
Band 2CEFR
B1SPM English Language
Grade B+1119/O-Level/IGCSE
Grade CUEC English Language
Grade A2TOEFL IBT
30-31IELTS
4.0Cambridge English Qualification Test/Linguaskill
140Pearson Test
36- Other equivalent qualification can be exempted on case-by-case basis.
- Candidates who scored lower than B+ in SPM English Language or than the above requirement will have to take the SE004 Basic English subject before taking the SE005 English Foundation subject in the foundation year.
- Extracurricular Learning Experience 1 (MPU–U4)
- Anatomy & Physiology
- General Chemistry
- Microbiology
- Introduction to Pharmaceutics
- Professional Skills & Development
- Organic and Inorganic Chemistry
- Liquid Dosage Forms
- Dispensing Techniques & Communication
- Medical Devices & Equipment
- Community Attachment
- Solid Dosage Forms
- Semisolid Dosage Forms
- Introduction to Pharmacy Management
- Pharmacology & Pharmacotherapy of Main Body Systems
- Clinical Pharmacy & Pharmacy Practice
- Extra-Curricular Learning Experience 2 (MPU–U4)
- Sterile & Non-Sterile Compounding
- Quality Control of Pharmaceutical Products
- Antimicrobial Therapy
- Pharmacology & Pharmacotherapy of Special Body Systems
- Vitamins, Herbal Supplements & Nutrition
- Integriti & 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)
All information is correct at the time of upload and UCSI University reserves the right to make amendments without prior notice.
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.
