Overview
The Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Technology programme is the only postgraduate programme that is offered with the mixed-mode structure in Malaysia. Offered in the mixed-mode structure, this allows students to pursue research on innovative topics whilst going for structured taught courses providing them with advanced industry-specific knowledge.
...This Master’s programme will equip science graduates with enhanced knowledge in conducting research and development in the science and technology industry on the local and global level. The programme is specially designed to equip graduates (from various fields such as pharmacy, life sciences, biotechnology, and chemical engineering) with the skills, knowledge, and experience to excel in the pharmaceutical industry, research and development and academia. Through this Master’s programme, students will be able to contribute positively to the betterment of the society
Academic Requirements
A B.Sc. in Pharmacy OR a BPharm (Hons) Degree OR an equivalent undergraduate degree in a related field.
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
IELTS
Band 5.0TOEFL iBT
40Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests
154Pearson Test of English
47MUET
Band 3.5Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests
Linguaskill Online score: 154Occupational English Test (OET): 200
- Applicants who obtained Bachelor’s degrees in other universities that use English as the medium of instruction may be exempted from taking English classes at UCSI 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 UCSI’s faculty experts, or sit for a written test before they are accepted for admission.
- Research Methodology
- Industrial Pharmacy
- Product Formulation and Development
- Research I*
- Advanced Drug Delivery
- Research II*
*The duration of candidature is dependent on the completion of taught courses and progress of research project.
**Duration of Research II is subjected to progress and completion of research project.
All information is correct at the time of upload and UCSI University reserves the right to make amendments without prior notice.
- Formulation design and development scientist in Pharmaceutical companies
- Research & development officer in government sector
- Pharmaceutical regulatory affairs officers
- Pharmaceutical quality assurance & control officer in Pharmaceutical companies
- Pharmaceutical sales and marketing
- Academia
Local Students
Approximate Total Fees:
RM 39,180
International Students
Approximate Total Fees:
RM 52,850
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.