02 Welcome to UCSI University

The artist’s impression of UCSI’s education city in Kuala Lumpur

EMPOWERING CHANGEMAKERS
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Faculty of
Pharmaceutical 23 YEARS
Sciences of experience as a highly established faculty

OUR BACHELOR OF PHARMACY (HONS) PROGRAMME IS

FULLY ACCREDITED BY THE PHARMACY BOARD MALAYSIA.
98% PASSING RATE
for three years in the Qualifying Examination for
Pharmacists do much more than fill prescriptions. They are an Registration as a Practising Pharmacist.
integral part of the healthcare system and have the capacity to
directly affect the lives and lifestyles of the people with whom they

> 1,500
interact. The pharmaceutical industry is also reputed to be one of
the most demanding in terms of professionalism and excellence.
pharmacists have graduated from UCSI.
Established in 2000, UCSI’s Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
stands out as one of Malaysia’s first private pharmacy schools.
Offering both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes with a
strong emphasis on serving the community, the Faculty is made up More than 87% of our faculty staff are
of a team of dedicated academic staff who are leading researchers PhD holders (double the number compared to
in their own right and cutting-edge research facilities. other institutions).

The integration of coursework with research findings in our

teaching enables our students to understand and extend their
Distinguished teaching staff who win
power of creative and critical thinking in their pursuit of new
knowledge. We also provide students with research attachment
opportunities at leading institutions such as University of British
MULTIPLE RESEARCH
Columbia in Canada, University of Chicago in USA, and Nihon
Pharmaceutical University in Japan. Many of our students publish
GRANTS EACH YEAR
papers in international refereed journals while others present their
findings at national conferences. This speaks volumes about the
calibre of our students and who will be part of your cohort as it is
RESEARCH
OPPORTUNITIES
an integral part of your lifelong network.

This is just a microcosm of the culture of excellence that you will

experience first-hand at UCSI University. Your studies here will be at leading universities
insightful as you immerse yourself with the depth of knowledge
involved in developing medicinal products, from the discovery of
lead compounds to product launches and marketing. You will learn
from and work with the best as you contribute to the pursuit and
expansion of knowledge. Your journey begins here, at UCSI.

Why study > 240 HRS OF CUMULATIVE ATTACHMENT IN COMMUNITY

PHARMACY, INDUSTRY AND HOSPITAL
Pharmaceutical ACHIEVED 100% GRADUATE EMPLOYABILITY SCORE IN A

Sciences at MINISTRY OF HIGHER EDUCATION SURVEY

(FROM 2019 TO 2021)

UCSI? STUDENT-CENTRED LEARNING AND TEACHING

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Renowned Learn from a team of acclaimed professors and academics who are at the
forefront of their respective disciplines. Work with them, be mentored by

Academics
them and benefit from their wealth of experience.

PROFESSOR DR MOGANA PROFESSOR DR PALANIRAJAN

SUNDARI RAJAGOPAL VIJAYARAJ KUMAR
Dean, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Science Head of Department, Pharmaceutical Technology

PhD (Pharmacy) PhD Pharmaceutical Technology

BPharm (Hons) MPharm Pharmaceutics
BPharm

POR CHOO SHIUAN ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

Acting Deputy Dean DR MAI CHUN WAI
Head of Faculty Internal Quality Assurance Head of Department, Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Master of Clinical Pharmacy Practice PhD Medical and Health Sciences

Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) BPharm (Hons)

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

DR CHEW YIK LING DR FAZLOLLAH KESHAVARZI
Head of Postgraduate Studies Head of Department, Clinical Pharmacy

PhD Pharmaceutical Sciences PharmD

BSc (Hons) Biotechnology M. Pharm (Clinical Pharmacy)

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

DR RAVISHANKAR RAM MANI DR SASIKALA CHINNAPPAN
Head of Research Head of Department, Pharmaceutical Biology

PhD Biomedical Genetics PhD (Pharmacology)

MSc Biochemistry M.Pharm
BSc Biochemistry Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons)

ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
DR MUHAMMAD JUNAID FARRUKH
Head of Praxis, Industry and Community
Engagement (PICE) Core Values
PhD (Clinical Pharmacy)
MSc Clinical Pharmacy
Bachelor of Pharmacy
Focused Professional Strength in
on Quality and Ethical Teamwork

EXCELLENCE
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Foundation
The Fourth Industrial Revolution is changing the technological trends and developments.
landscape of healthcare, industry and personal care sectors,
where both pharmacists and formulation scientists will play a Furthermore, this pathway focuses on core disciplines of
pivotal role in the effort. There is a high demand for innovative pharmaceutical sciences and offers you an excellent
and dynamic pharmacists and formulation scientists to opportunity to gain head-start advantages as you progress into
accommodate the rising needs in this field. UCSI’s acclaimed Bachelor of Pharmacy or Bachelor of
Formulation Science.
Getting an ideal start has never been more important. To
address future challenges in these sectors, this Foundation in At UCSI University, you will be taught by an experienced team of
Science with pharmaceutical pathway is specially designed to professors and academics who have strong ties with leading
equip students with knowledge and insights on the future of players of the pharmaceutical industry. Take the opportunity to
healthcare and various industries including pharmaceuticals, be mentored by them and inculcate independent and critical
cosmeceuticals, nutraceuticals, and herbaceuticals, among thinking skills. Above all, fulfil your potential in a dynamic and
others. Students will study in a well-resourced, supportive lively environment that encourages exploration and discovery.
learning environment and enjoy strong exposure to industry

Start Focused. Stay Ahead.

UCSI’s specialised foundation pathway helps you acquire a much stronger grasp of your chosen field
of study while covering the overall reach of a standard foundation programme. Apart from helping
you immensely as you progress to degree studies, UCSI’s foundation programme also provides
you with an early taste of what the industry expects.

Compulsory Courses Elective Courses (choose any 3) Bachelor Degrees (Hons)

• General Biology I • Introduction to Pharmacy Bachelor of Pharmacy

• General Biology II • Introduction to Formulation Science
•
•
•
General Chemistry I
General Chemistry II
General Physics I
+ •
•
Current Topics in Aquaculture
Biotech and Forensics: The Science that Drives Life OR
• Food and Nutrition: Journey Towards Health
• Introduction to IR4.0 • Role of Engineers in Society Bachelor of Formulation
Technologies for • Elementary Engineering Design Science
Sustainable Development • Fundamentals of Culinary Arts
• Fundamentals of • Introduction to Hospitality and Tourism Industry
Mathematics • Event Management
• Introduction to • Web Development
Probability and Statistics
• Fundamentals of Programming
• Algebra and Trigonometry
• Introduction to Logistics and Supply Chain
• Introductory Calculus Management
• Computing Essentials • Introduction to Law
• Smart Learning Technology
• Media Literacy
• Civic Studies
• Fundamentals of Design
• Fundamentals of Computer Graphics
• Analytical Drawing
• Introduction to Structure
• Introduction to Built Environment
• Soft Skills for Healthcare Professionals
• Introduction to Medical Sciences

English Language Requirement for Foundation in Science

Candidates with a minimum grade of A2 in UEC English Language, Band 2 in MUET, 30-31 in TOEFL, 4.0 in IELTS, grade C in O-Level or IGCSE or
SPM English 1119, grade B1 (with at least 2 skills at B1) in CEFR, 140 in Cambridge English Qualification, 140 in Cambridge Linguaskill, and 36 in
Pearson Test are exempted from SE004 Basic English and SE005 English Foundation. 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.
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Diploma in Subject Listing

Year 1

Packaging Science • Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 (MPU-U1)

• Pengajian Malaysia (International) (MPU-U1)

and Technology
• Extracurricular Learning Experience 1
• General Chemistry
• Environmental Science
• Mathematics
(N/0512/4/0001) (10/2027) (MQA/PA15593)
• General Physics
• Packaging Instrumentation
• Biosafety and Biosecurity
The Diploma in Packaging Science and Technology programme
• Introduction to Analytical Chemistry
provides students with the knowledge and technical skills to
• Introduction to Biotechnology
contribute effectively to the design of packaging products and
• Introduction to Packaging Science
their development to solve conventional packaging problems in
• Introduction to Biological Products
the industries. The programme trains students to become • Fundamentals of Microbiology
professional packaging technologists to drive innovation and • Packaging Materials
product packaging quality in the industries, with a pathway to the • Health and Wellness Products
Bachelor of Formulation Science programme upon graduation. • Print Production (ICAD)

Year 2
• Packaging and Display Design

FIRST
• Introduction to Spectroscopy
• Chemical Products
Packaging Science and Technology • Introduction to Product Formulation and Development
• Polymer Chemistry for Packaging Materials
Diploma Programme in Asia!
• Packaging Processes, Containers and Closer Systems
• Extra-Curricular Learning Experience 2
• Material Science
Job-ready education for students. • Packaging and Distribution
Learn the science of packaging using • Quality Control and Assurance of Packaging
current technical standards and technology. • Food Products
Intensive Praxis hands-on approach and • Principles of Entrepreneurship (MPU-U2)
industry attachments to improve skills • Material Science
• Packaging and Distribution
in consumer and industrial products
• Industrial Internship
hands-on approach to sustainable
natural packaging

Job placement opportunities in

manufacturing industries such as
pharmaceutical, food and beverage,
textiles, and others

Career Packaging technician | Packaging technologist | Quality assurance officer

Opportunities
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Diploma in Subject Listing

Year 1

Pharmacy • Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2 (International students only) (MPU-U1)

• Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban (Malaysian students only) (MPU-U1)
• Extracurricular Learning Experience 1 (MPU–U4)
(N/0916/4/0002) (08/2027) (MQA/PA15685)
• Anatomy & Physiology
• General Chemistry
• Microbiology
The Diploma in Pharmacy programme provides students with the • Introduction to Pharmaceutics
skills and knowledge needed to contribute effectively to the • Professional Skills & Development
healthcare and pharmaceutical industries as pharmacy assistants • Organic and Inorganic Chemistry
and technicians. The programme aims to strengthen the nation’s • Liquid Dosage Forms
need for competent and qualified pharmacy support staff in the • Dispensing Techniques & Communication
healthcare sector by educating students on various aspects of • Medical Devices & Equipment/Compounding Pharmacy/Geriatric Care *
pharmaceutics, pharmacy practices, communication skills, • Community Attachment #
healthcare management and entrepreneurship and includes
attachments in hospital, community, and industrial settings.
Year 2
• Solid Dosage Forms
• Semisolid Dosage Forms
• Introduction to Pharmacy Management
• Pharmacology & Pharmacotherapy of Main Body Systems
• Clinical Pharmacy & Pharmacy Practice
Get skilled to support the
• Extra-Curricular Learning Experience 2 (MPU–U4)
pharmaceutical practice • Sterile & Non-Sterile Compounding
and industry. • Quality Control of Pharmaceutical Products
• Antimicrobial Therapy
Hands-on PRAXIS • Pharmacology & Pharmacotherapy of Special Body Systems
with industry, hospital, and • Vitamins, Herbal Supplements & Nutrition/ Management in
Pharmacy Services/ Pharmacy Law (Regulations & Standards) *
community pharmacies
• Principles of Entrepreneurship (MPU–U2)
• Industrial Attachment #

Community pharmacy attachment sites

6 months of attachment after Year 2
• Juzcare Pharmacy
• Guardian Pharmacy • Hospital Pharmacy #
• Alpro Pharmacy
• Big Pharmacy
*Core Elective
• Caring pharmacy
#Industrial Training
and many more

Industrial attachment sites

• Natural Wellness Industries
• Y.S.P. Industries
• Thermo Fisher Scientific
• Xepa-soul Pattinson
• Dynapharma
and many more

Hospital attachment sites

• Kuala Lumpur Hospital (HKL)
• Sungai Buloh Hospital
• Ampang Hospital
• Selayang Hospital

Government or private hospital pharmacy assistant | Community pharmacist | Medical or healthcare sales
Career representative | Quality control assistant | Sales and marketing executive | Health service manager |
Opportunities Pharmacy lab assistant
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Diploma in Subject Listing

Year 1

Cosmetic Science • Penghayatan etika dan peradaban Malaysia (Malaysian students

only) (MPU-U1)
• Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi (International students only)
(N/0531/4/0001) (10/2027) (MQA/PA15586)
• Extra-curricular learning experience (MPU-U4)
• Cosmetic chemistry #
• Cosmetic skin biochemistry #
This course is for those interested in pursuing a career in the
• Skin microbiology #
cosmetic sciences and the business side. It intends to provide an
• Human cell biology
introductory overview of the cosmetic product development,
• Fundamental of microbiology
beauty care and cosmetics market and explore career options for • Cosmetic raw materials and excipients
the cosmetic chemist. The programme syllabus includes the roles • Cosmetic dermatology and trichology
& responsibilities of a cosmetic chemist, suggestions and tips on • Cosmetic preparations 1
how to get started with a new career in the cosmetics field. • Analytical science and instrumentation
• Topical nutraceuticals
• Packaging & design of cosmetic products
• Colloidal science of cosmetics

Year 2
• Cosmeceutical processes and technologies
Tap into the rising industry • Cosmetic preparations 2
of cosmetics • Data analytics and artificial intelligence*
• Cosmetic GMP regulations and guidelines
• Industrial Management
Job-ready education • Extra-curricular learning experience 2 (MPU–U4)
for students in an industry • Perfumery, aromatherapy & cosmetic photonics
with high demand • Pharmacology and toxicology
• Herbal cosmetics
• Cosmetic entrepreneurship
Experiential learning with • Cosmetic aerosols
210 hours (1 month) of attachment • Principles of entrepreneurship (MPU–U2)
in cosmetic companies • Industrial internship

Opportunities to establish successful SMEs with your #Pre-requisite

own formulas as an entrepreneur in the cosmetics industry. *Core elective

Cosmetic product specialist | Packaging supervisor | Quality assurance chemist | Cosmetic manufacturing
operator | Research and development cosmetic chemist | Quality control supervisor | Cosmetic production cum
Career maintenance technician | Cosmetic chemist | Skincare marketing executive | Skincare sales executive |
Cosmetic warehouse manager | Perfumery manager | cGMP manufacturing supervisor | Skin consultant or
Opportunities
advisor | Cosmetic regulatory executive
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Bachelor of Subject Listing

Year 1

Pharmacy (Hons) Semester I

• General Chemistry for Pharmacy
• Introductory Physiology
(R2/0916/6/0008)(10/2027)(MQA/FA7765) • Microbiology for Pharmacy
• Basic Pharmacology and Immunopharmacology
• Professional Skills I
Fully accredited by the Pharmacy Board Malaysia, UCSI Semester II
University’s Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) is well-known among • Organic Chemistry
industry practitioners and employers. Hands-on approach and • Basic Medicinal Chemistry
student-centred, the programme is designed to encourage • Biostatistics and Research Methods
• Nervous System and Pharmacotherapy I
students to become independent learners who are capable of • Professional Skills II
undertaking and understanding challenges in the use of medicine
and in healthcare. The programme is geared towards the patient
as the major focus for the application of knowledge of
Year 2
pharmaceutical sciences. There are four main areas within the Semester I
• Cardiovascular System, Blood and Pharmacotherapy
programme: Physiology and Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical • Physicochemical Properties of Drugs and Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients
Chemistry, Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology, and • Biochemistry for Pharmacy
Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacy Practice. This programme will • Antimicrobial Therapy I
equip you with the scientific, clinical and professional knowledge • Pulmonary, Renal and Pharmacotherapy
as well as strong communication skills to positively impact the Semester II
healthcare system. • Antimicrobial Therapy II
• Endocrine System and Pharmacotherapy
* This programme received a 100% graduate employability score • Extemporaneous Preparation in Pharmacy
• Gastrointestinal System and Pharmacotherapy
in the Ministry of Higher Education’s Graduate Employability 2022
• Pharmacognosy
survey. (source: ge.mohe.gov.my/) • Marketing for Pharmacy

Year 3
Student Exposure Semester I
• Pharmaceutical Analysis I
• Dosage Form Design I
During semesters, students also get exposure of professional • Basic Pharmacokinetics
training at different community pharmacies, industrial and • Evidence Based Medicine
hospital pharmacy settings. • Nervous System and Pharmacotherapy II
• Introductory Clinical Pharmacy
Community pharmacy attachment sites Semester II
• Juzcare Pharmacy • Health Lane Family Pharmacy • Clinical Pharmacokinetics
• Guardian Pharmacy • Caring pharmacy • Non-Prescription Drugs
• Alpro Pharmacy • And 100 more sites • Dosage Form Design II
• Big Pharmacy • Biotechnology and Pharmacogenomics
• Pharmacy Law and Ethics
• Pharmaceutical Analysis II
Industrial attachment sites
• Natural Wellness Industries • Dynapharma
• Y.S.P. Industries • EP Plus Year 4
• Thermo Fisher Scientific • And 24 more sites Semester I
• Xepa-soul Pattinson • Pharmacoepidemiology
• Pharmacotherapy I
• Undergraduate Research Project
Hospital attachment sites
• Cancer Chemotherapy
• Kuala Lumpur Hospital (HKL) • Hospital Pharmacy Practice
• Sungai Buloh Hospital • Geriatric Pharmacy
• Ampang Hospital • Advanced Drug Delivery
• Selayang Hospital
Semester II
Research attachments at notable universities • Pharmacotherapy II
• Clinical Clerkship
• University of Chicago (USA) • Industrial Clerkship
• Virginia Commonwealth University (USA) • Pharmacoeconomics
• University of British Columbia (Canada) • Pharmacy Management
• Nihon Pharmaceutical University (Japan) • Industrial Management
• Universitas Gadjah Mada (Indonesia) • Drugs of Abuse and Society
• Universitas Muhammadiyah Purwokerto (Indonesia)
• Universitas 17 Augustus 1945 (Indonesia)
• Manipal Academy of Higher Education (India)
• University of Brunei Darussalam (Brunei) Career Community pharmacist | Industrial pharmacist |
• Uskudar University (Turkey)
• University of Puthisastra (Cambodia) Opportunities Hospital and clinical pharmacist | Regulatory
• Shiraz University of Medical Sciences (Iran) pharmacist
• Walailak University (Thailand)
• Delhi Pharmaceutical Sciences and Research University (India)
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Bachelor of Subject Listing

Year 1

Formulation • Biostatistics and Research Methods

• Introduction to Biological Products

Science (Hons)
• Introduction to Biotechnology
• Physical and Inorganic Chemistry
• Health and Wellness Products
• Biosafety and Environmental Science
(N/545/6/0103) (10/2025) (MQA/PA13963)
• Introduction to Pharmacology and Physiology
• Organic Chemistry
• Introduction to Analytical Chemistry
Asia’s first bachelor in formulation science degree, provides
• Formulation of Cosmeceuticals
students with in-depth knowledge and hands-on practical
• Basic Medicinal Chemistry
experience of the diverse fields in formulation science and
technology. The programme trains students with creative and
critical thinking, in addition to the research skills needed to design Year 2
and formulate innovative products in pharmaceuticals, • Separation Science and Chromatography
nutraceuticals, biopharmaceuticals, food, or chemicals. The • Biochemistry
primary focus of the programme is the intensive hands-on • Advances in formulation of parenteral
approach and attachments to industries to enhance the • Pharmaceutical Engineering
knowledge and skills of students for global careers. This • Biopharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics
programme will equip the students with entrepreneurship skills, • Packaging Design and Technology
marketing as well as the international and local regulatory and • Instrumental Analysis
• Physicochemical properties of API
environmental standards, with a pathway to register for a related
• Formulation liquid dosage forms
Masters in Pharmaceutical Sciences programme upon
• Formulation of Solid and semi-solid dosage forms
graduation.
• Co-Operative Placement I
• Bioinformatics

Experiential Learning
• Recombinant Technology

Students at UCSI will gain invaluable experience through a Year 3

12-week industrial attachment at top industries. • Introduction to Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence
• Industrial Biotechnology
Industrial attachment sites • Nutraceuticals and Supplements
• Advanced Drug Delivery
• Y.S.P. Industries
• Hovid Pharma • Industrial Management and Regulations
• Medispec • Co-Operative Placement II
• Aurelia Pharma • Research Project in Product Development I
• Wymed Pharma • Quality Control and Assurance
• Amipro • Diagnostic Agents and Kits
• Duopharma Biotech • Veterinary Products
• And 24 more sites
• GMP Certification and Registration of Product
• Product Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Research attachments at notable universities • Research Project in Product Development II
• University of Chicago (USA) • Fermentation Technology and Downstream Processing
• Virginia Commonwealth University (USA) • Product Sales and Marketing
• University of British Columbia (Canada)
• Nihon Pharmaceutical University (Japan)
• Universitas Gadjah Mada (Indonesia)
• Universitas Muhammadiyah Purwokerto (Indonesia)
• Universitas 17 Augustus 1945 (Indonesia)
• Manipal Academy of Higher Education (India)
• University of Brunei Darussalam (Brunei)
• Uskudar University (Turkey)
• Shiraz University of Medical Sciences (Iran)

Pharmaceuticals manufacturing specialist | Nutraceuticals production coordinator | Cosmeceutical

manufacturing expert | Food and beverage production manager | Biotechnology research and development
Career scientist | Veterinary products production specialist | Quality control and assurance manager | Regulatory
Opportunities services specialist | Product management specialist | Sales and support services representative |
Research and development specialist
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Career Pathway

Career Opportunities

1 year • Community pharmacist

• Academic pharmacist
Provisionally Registered • Hospital pharmacist
Pharmacist (PRP) • Industrial pharmacist
Training • Regulatory pharmacist
in hospital/community/ • Veterinary pharmacist
4 years industrial settings • Marketing pharmacist
1 Year • Research scientist
Bachelor of Compulsory
Pharmacy Service
(Hons) OR Postgraduate Studies (Msc/PhD)
in Malaysia
• You can further your studies at
any point after your degree.
Provisionally Registered
• MSc of Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Pharmacist (PRP)
• MSc of Pharmaceutical
Training via Research and Technology
Development (R&D) • Master of Clinical Pharmacy
pathway in UCSI University Practice
• PhD of Pharmaceutical Sciences
• Master of Science (Pharmaceutical
Sciences)

Invaluable
Quality Opportunities
Education Our students are
annually selected for
research attachment
Our students have exceeded Experiential programmes by
a 98% passing rate for Learning top universities.
3 years in a row in the Malaysian
Qualifying Examination
Pharmacy students
for Practising Pharmacists.
at UCSI University Our programme is Fully Accredited
87% of our lecturers comprise gain invaluable by the Malaysian Pharmacy Board.
of PhD holders and 65% are experience through
registered pharmacists with many community, hospital, The Pharmaceutical service division
years of contribution to pharmacy and industrial under the Ministry of Health recognises
education and pharmaceutical attachments. UCSI as a Provisionally Registered
National Pharmacist (PRP) training facility under
research. Recognition the R&D pathway.

Student focused learning and teaching Our faculty staff and students are actively
involved in various community outreach
Our programme emphasises on programmes such as:
student-centred learning through • Public Health Campaign
problem-based learning, project-based • Know Your Medicine Campaign
learning, and pharmacist role play activities. • UCSIPharmcare
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Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences offers state-of-the-art facilities to ensure students

Facilities experience a conducive and efficient environment suitable for any study purpose or task
related to the field.

A Pharmacy Postgraduate Lab is dedicated to facilitating The Pharmacy Project Lab enables students to
cutting-edge research. The lab is equipped with advanced understand the technologies used for drug formulation,
facilities like high performance liquid chromatography formulation evalution and quality assurance of drugs. This
(HPLC), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), purpose-built lab facilitates various research projects.
and UV-Visible spectrometer, among others.

The Pharmacy Practice Lab is used by students to The Physiology and Pharmacology Lab provides students
practise and master their drug compounding and the equipment and opportunities to explore disease
preparation skills in various dosage forms, including the mechanisms, new pharmacological tools and new
injectables before entering the workforce. A new medications.
cleanroom facility is included in this lab.

Mock pharmacy is used to teach communication and

other professional skills such as prescription evaluation,
patient counselling and use of over-the-counter
medications in an active-learning environment.
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Hall of Fame
JAYA MUNESWARAO JUSTIN OOI FENG JUN
Alumnus, B-Pharm; M.Pharm, Phd Alumnus, Bachelor of Pharmacy,
Clinical Pharmacist (UF52), Ministry of Health, Quality Manager in a Leading Global
Co-author of National Clinical Practice Guidelines Pharmaceutical Company
on Management of Asthma, Malaysia
“B-Pharm course from UCSI has brought a
“At UCSI, each student is armed with knowledge tremendous impact to my life and career. It
and tools for a successful career. The faculty has refined me with necessary skillsets and
members worked very hard on our overall knowledge in my role as a Industrial
development and provided us with opportunities Pharmacist in the dynamic nature of
to enhance our technical and interpersonal skills. pharmaceutical industry. With its excellent
UCSI played an important role in moulding me as track records, graduates from the course are
a competent clinical pharmacist. UCSI provided generally recognised and trusted in the
the foundation for me to be a co-author of Clinical industry, nationally and globally.”
Practice Guidelines on Management of Asthma in
adults and pursue my PhD.”

ALVIN TEO KUO JING TAE WEY

Alumnus, Bachelor of Pharmacy", Alumnus, Bachelor of Pharmacy,
PhD Candidate at NUS Pharmacist Branch Manager @ Community Pharmacist
serving the Médecins Sans Frontiéres (MSF), at Leading Chain Pharmacy
also known as Doctors without Borders “As a community pharmacist, it is very
“I gained many things at UCSI — academic important to learn soft skills because we
excellence, industry experience and deal with various patients. Lifelong learning,
effective communication skills. The a culture that I obtained from UCSI is
lecturers have always been supportive and important for pharmacists, who are experts
they played a significant role in moulding on medicine. From my experience, UCSI
me to who I am organises many community engagement
today.” and healthcare events, which help students
to prepare for professional life.”

NUR IZZATI BINTI ZAMANI GAN EE HOW

Alumna, Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) Alumnus, Bachelor of Pharmacy
Pursuing a master in a local university Military Pharmacy (MilPharm)
The experience that I had with the faculty of Lieutenant Gan Ee How graduated from UCSI
pharmaceutical sciences at UCSI University University BPharm programme in 2020, and is
was stimulating, enriching, and rewarding. currently serving in military pharmacy
The staffs and students you encounter here (MilPharm). MilPharm is a professional and
are very diverse which contributes to the challenging career in ensuring military readiness
unique and good study experience. The and maintaining fighting strength of the
faculty provided us with resources that Malaysian Armed Forces (MAF). Besides carrying
enabled me to set up the foundation for my out his duty in military, Lieutenant Gan Ee How
career. Not to forget the lecturers who were has also published papers on the optimisation of
just generous in knowledge and guided me pharmaceutical care for COVID-19 patients in
in areas that they could whenever I needed Disaster Management Zone.
their help.

NUR ZAIHAN BINTI MUHAMMAD YUSOF GOH CHUHN HONG

Alumna, Bachelor of Pharmacy Alumnus, Bachelor of Pharmacy
Pharmacist, Ministry of Health Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health
“UCSI University has very diverse pool of students Services Pharmacist
and staff and this makes it a very fine studying Puntukurnu Aboriginal Medical Services
experience. They have a mentor-mentee support (Australia)
system and as a student I found it very helpful. Registered as Australia Health Practitioner
Senior students and lecturers guide their mentees Registration Agency (AHPRA) and Accredited
whenever they need help. We also have Skills Lab, for Medication Review by Australian
which is based on students’ role play, this allows Association of Consultant Pharmacy (AACP).
us to improve our clinical skills.”
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Faculty Events
KNOW YOUR MEDICINE CAMPAIGN

The “Know Your Medicine Campaign” sought to increase

knowledge of the public on the rational use of medicines. It was
jointly organised by the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences and
the Pharmaceutical Services Division, Ministry of Health. Along
with a blood donation drive, this campaign also included
personalised patient counselling in avoiding drug-related
complications, prevention and early detection of life-threatening
chronic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes,
hyperlipidaemia and obesity.

PUBLIC HEALTH CAMPAIGN (PHC)

This is a community event organised annually for the public by

pharmacy students of UCSI University. The main purpose of PHC
is to increase health awareness among the public and to
disseminate health information on the prevention of diseases.
Since its inception in 2002, every year, a different health-related
themes had been chosen such as cancer, mental illness and
coronary heart disease etc.

WORLD PHARMACISTS DAY

UCSI University’s Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences annually

celebrates World Pharmacists Day to promote awareness about
the importance and role of pharmacists. It focuses on the
extensive expertise that pharmacists need to have to ensure
better patient health. These expertise are applied through
science and research, educating the next generation, and
transforming patient needs into services. It is a platform to
interact with industrial, community and hospital stakeholders.

BOOK PRIZE AWARD

The Book Prize award is aimed at providing ongoing motivation

for outstanding students to improve in their academic pursuits
sponsored by our prestigious partners namely Big Pharmacy, EP
Plus, Medispec, Pharm-d, Xepa, Viatris, and Caring Pharmacy.
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Faculty Events
PHARMACY PUBLIC OUTREACH FORUM

This annual event organised by the Faculty is held as a public

forum that focuses on various complex health issues to
emphasise the roles of pharmacists as the guardian of safety,
efficacy and quality of medicines and supplements of the nation.

UCSI PHARMCARE COMMUNITY PROJECT

Organised by the students of pharmacy, the UCSIPharmCare

programme aims to educate the underprivileged while promoting
the pharmacy profession and enhancing students’
communication skills by providing basic health screening tests
and medication reviews to the disadvantaged.

OATH TAKING CEREMONY AND ALUMNI HOMECOMING

This is a yearly event that celebrates the accomplishment of final

year students and UCSI alumni. It is a fun night where staff,
students and alumni get the chance to interact with each other
and have fun.

ZUMBA COLOUR FEST

Apart from organising many pharmacy profession-oriented

events, our faculty organises recreational events like Zumba and
Colour Festival. With Zumba, a workout becomes fun! The event
was organised by the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences with
exercising being the biggest attraction! It was followed by the
Colour Festival - an ice breaking session between students and
lecturers for a relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere away from
one's daily hectic routines!
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Academic Requirements
BACHELOR OF FORMULATION SCIENCE
QUALIFICATIONS FOUNDATION IN SCIENCE BACHELOR OF PHARMACY (HONS) (HONS)
Intakes February, June and September September February and September
SPM/O-Level Minimum 5Bs including Minimum of 5Bs in Biology, Chemistry, Pass SPM or equivalent with minimum 3 credits
Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Physics and Mathematics (or Additional including Mathematics, Chemistry and one other subject
and Mathematics (or Additional Mathematics) and other one subject at * for STPM/A-Level/Diploma/Matriculation/Foundation level
Mathematics) School Certificate level or equivalent *The SPM credit requirement may be waived if grades at
*for Foundation in Science, Matriculation/ STPM/A-Level/Matriculation/ Foundation are equivalent or
Pre-Study in Medicine or Pharmacy and higher
Diploma holders
WAEC/NECO Minimum Grade B in Chemistry, N/A Aggregate of 60% including Chemistry and Biology/
Biology, Physics and Physics/Mathematics
Mathematics
Canadian Pre-U/Canadian Overall average of 65%, Aggregate of 80% including Chemistry, Aggregate of 60% including Chemistry and Biology/
International Matriculation including Chemistry (14B) / Biology and Physics or Mathematics in which Physics/Mathematics
Program/MUFY/SAM (65%), Mathematics (13B) / minimum B in Chemistry or equivalent
(60%), and Biology/Physics
(13B) / (60%)
Year 11, Year 12, HSC and Minimum 65% in Chemistry, Case by case basis N/A
other equivalent qualification Biology, Physics, and
Mathematics

STPM N/A Minimum CGPA of 3.0 with at least 3Bs, CGPA 2.00 and above with at least a Grade C in Chemistry
2A1C, or 1A1B1C in Biology, Chemistry, and Biology/Physics/Mathematics
Physics or Mathematics with minimum B in or
Chemistry SPM or equivalent with a minimum of 3 credits, including
Mathematics, Chemistry, and one other subject
*The SPM credit requirement may be waived if grades at STPM/
A-Level/Matriculation/Foundation are equivalent or higher
A-Level N/A Minimum of 3B or 2A 1C or 1A 1B 1C in Minimum Grade C in Chemistry and Biology/Physics/
Biology and Chemistry and Physics or Mathematics
Mathematics with minimum B in Chemistry or
SPM or equivalent with a minimum of 3 credits, including
Mathematics, Chemistry, and one other subject
*The SPM credit requirement may be waived if grades at STPM/
A-Level/Matriculation/Foundation are equivalent or higher
Matriculation/Pre-Study in N/A Minimum CGPA of 3.0 with at least a B in CGPA of 2.0 and above with minimum Grade C in Chemistry
Medicine and Pharmacy/ Chemistry that involves a minimum of a and Biology/ Physics/ Mathematics
Foundation in Science year of study or
SPM or equivalent with a minimum of 3 credits, including
Mathematics, Chemistry, and one other subject
*The SPM credit requirement may be waived if grades at STPM/
A-Level/Matriculation/ Foundation are equivalent or higher
Diploma/Advanced Diploma N/A Minimum of 1 year of study in Diploma in CGPA of 2.0 and above with minimum Grade C in Chemistry
or equivalent Science with a minimum CGPA of 3.75 and and Biology/Physics/Mathematics
a grade B in Chemistry
or
Diploma in Pharmacy with a minimum
CGPA of 3.5
AUSMAT/ TEE/ SACE/ N/A An aggregate of 80% including Chemistry N/A
HSC YEAR 12/ NTCE YEAR 12/ (minimum B or equivalent), Biology, and
WACE YEAR 12/ Western Physics or Mathematics
Australian Curriculum Council/ or
University of New South Wales TER/UAI/ENTER/ATAR 80, including
Foundation/ Trinity College Chemistry (minimum B or equivalent),
Foundation/ Higher School Biology, and Physics or Mathematics
Certificate-Sydney Australia
UEC N/A Minimum of B4 in Biology, Chemistry, Minimum Grade B6 in 5 subjects, including Chemistry and
Physics, Mathematics and Additional Biology/ Physics/ Mathematics and any other 3 subjects
Mathematics or one other subject
Degree in Science N/A Minimum CGPA of 2.75 Minimum CGPA of 2.0 with Grade C in Chemistry and
Biology/Physics/ Mathematics
Indian Pre-University N/A Aggregate of 70% in 3 subjects (Chemistry, N/A
Biology and Physics or Mathematics) with
minimum “B” in Chemistry or equivalent
International N/A Minimum of 30 points (exclusive of bonus Minimum score of 26/42 in 6 subjects including Chemistry
Baccalaureate (IB) points) for 2 Science or Mathematics and Biology/ Physics/Mathematics
subjects at Higher Level (HL) and another
one Science subject at Standard Level (SL)
with minimum 4 points for Chemistry,
Biology and Physics or Mathematics
Other qualifications deemed N/A Aggregate of 80% in 3 subjects (Chemistry, Aggregate of 60% including Chemistry and Biology/
equivalent to STPM/ A-Level Biology and Physics or Mathematics) with Physics/ Mathematics
by the Malaysian Qualification 80% in Chemistry or equivalent
Agency
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Academic Requirements
DIPLOMA IN PACKAGING
QUALIFICATIONS SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY DIPLOMA IN PHARMACY DIPLOMA IN COSMETIC SCIENCE

Intakes February, June and September February and September February, June and September

SPM/O-Level Possess Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia Possess Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) Possess Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM)
(SPM) with three (3) credits in with three (3) credits in Mathematics, with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one
Mathematics, one science subject one science subject and one any other science subject and one any other subject,
and one any other subject, or its subject, or its equivalent or its equivalent
equivalent

STPM Pass Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Pass Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia Pass Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia
Malaysia (STPM) with a minimum (STPM) with a minimum of Grade C (STPM) with a minimum of Grade C
of Grade C (GP2.00) in any subject, (GP2.00) in any subject, or its equivalent; (GP2.00) in any subject, or its equivalent;
or its equivalent; and possess and possess SPM with three (3) credits and possess SPM with three (3) credits
SPM with three (3) credits in in Mathematics, one science subject and in Mathematics, one science subject and
Mathematics, one science subject one any other subject, or its equivalent one any other subject, or its equivalent
and one any other subject, or its
equivalent

STAM Pass Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia Pass Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia Pass Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia
(STAM) with a minimum grade of (STAM) with a minimum grade of (STAM) with a minimum grade of Maqbul,
Maqbul, or its equivalent; and Maqbul, or its equivalent; and possess or its equivalent; and possess SPM with
possess SPM with three (3) credits SPM with three (3) credits in three (3) credits in Mathematics, one
in Mathematics, one science Mathematics, one science subject and science subject and one any other subject,
subject and one any other subject, one any other subject, or its equivalent or its equivalent
or its equivalent

SKM Pass Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia Pass Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM) Pass Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM)
(SKM) (Level 3, MQF) in a related (Level 3, MQF) in a related field and (Level 3, MQF) in a related field and possess
field and possess SPM with one possess SPM with one (1) credit SPM with one (1) credit
(1) credit
Certificate A Certificate (Level 3, MQF) in a A Certificate (Level 3, MQF) in a related A Certificate (Level 3, MQF) in a related
related field with a minimum CGPA field with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, or field with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, or its
of 2.00, or its equivalent its equivalent equivalent

Note: 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, Minimum grades of B in 3 subjects, Minimum grades of B in 3 subjects,
inclusive of Mathematics and one inclusive of Mathematics and one inclusive of Mathematics and one science
science subject science subject subject

Polytechnic/Certificate Minimum CGPA 2.0 Minimum CGPA 2.0 Minimum CGPA 2.0
Equivalents
Equivalent Courses Case-by-case basis Case-by-case basis Case-by-case basis
Matriculation CGPA of 2.0 and above with CGPA of 2.0 and above with minimum CGPA of 2.0 and above with minimum
minimum Grade E in Chemistry and Grade E in Chemistry and Biology/ Grade E in Chemistry and Biology/Physics/
Biology/Physics/Mathematics Physics/Mathematics Mathematics

SAM Aggregate 50% inclusive of Aggregate 50% inclusive of Chemistry, Aggregate 50% inclusive of Chemistry,
Chemistry, Biology and Physics/ Biology and Physics/Mathematics Biology and Physics/Mathematics
Mathematics
CPU Aggregate 50% inclusive of Aggregate 50% inclusive of Chemistry, Aggregate 50% inclusive of Chemistry,
Chemistry, Biology and Physics/ Biology and Physics/Mathematics Biology and Physics/Mathematics
Mathematics

WAEC/NECO Aggregate 50% inclusive of Aggregate 50% inclusive of Chemistry, Aggregate 50% inclusive of Chemistry,
Chemistry, Biology and Physics/ Biology and Physics/Mathematics Biology and Physics/Mathematics
Mathematics

International Minimum score of 20/42 in 6 Minimum score of 20/42 in 6 subjects Minimum score of 20/42 in 6 subjects
Baccalaureate (IB) subjects including Chemistry, including Chemistry, Biology and including Chemistry, Biology and
Biology and Mathematics/Physics Mathematics/Physics. Mathematics/Physics.
Minimum scores of 3/7 in Minimum scores of 3/7 in Chemistry, Minimum scores of 3/7 in Chemistry,
Chemistry, Biology and Physics/ Biology and Physics/Mathematics Biology and Physics/Mathematics
Mathematics
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English Language Requirements

BACHELOR OF BACHELOR OF FORMULATION
QUALIFICATIONS DIPLOMA
PHARMACY (HONS) SCIENCE (HONS)
Local Students MUET 3 3 3
IELTS 4 Minimum score of 5.0 Minimum score of 5.0
TOEFL iBT 30-31 Minimum score of 40 Minimum score of 40
SPM/O-Level/IGCSE English B+ C B+
English 1119 C N/A C
UEC English Minimum grade of A2 C A2
SPM/O-Level/IGCSE/ N/A C* C*
UEC Bahasa Malaysia
International MUET 3 3 3
Students
IELTS Minimum score of 4/5** Minimum score of 5.0 Minimum score of 5.0
TOEFL iBT Minimum score of 30-31 Minimum score of 40 Minimum score of 40
TOEFL Essentials (Online) 5 Minimum score of 7.5 Minimum score of 7.5
Pearson Test 36 Minimum score of 47 Minimum score of 47
Cambridge English Linguaskill Online score 154
140
Qualifications and Tests Occupational English Test (OET): 200

Local Students
ONLY APPLICABLE TO BACHELOR OF PHARMACY (HONS)
*Students without a credit in SPM Bahasa Malaysia are required to pass Bahasa Kebangsaan A before graduation.
For civil-servant positions, please refer to the Suruhanjaya Perkhidmatan Awam (SPA) guidelines for language requirements.
Credit in Bahasa Melayu and English at SPM level is required for government service positions.

ONLY APPLICABLE TO BACHELOR OF FORMULATION SCIENCE

*Students without a credit in SPM Bahasa Malaysia are required to pass Bahasa Kebangsaan A before graduation.
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.

International Students
International students not having proof of attaining any of the above test band scores may be issued a Letter of Conditional Offer allowing them to
obtain the required band score through the pursuit of the English for Tertiary Education programme for up to 12 months. Students who fail to attain
the required IELTS band score within 12 calendar months will not have their student visa extended. Those wishing to continue pursuing the English
for Tertiary Education programme may apply for a new student visa to come back again. Students who successfully attained the IELTS band score
must start their programme of study immediately and may not be allowed to change programme on the same student visa.
For more detailed information on the English requirement for international students, please refer to Student Handbook (Procedures & Guidelines)
Undergraduate Programmes.

ONLY APPLICABLE TO INERNATIONAL STUDENTS IN PROGRAMME DIPLOMA IN PACKIGING SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
**IELTS minimum score of 5 is required.

ONLY APPLICABLE TO BACHELOR OF FORMULATION SCIENCE

Applicants who have an academic qualification from a higher learning institution which uses the English Language as a medium of instruction
can be granted with exemption from the above requirements by providing a letter of alma mater registrar.

General Courses (MPU)

COMPULSORY FOR ALL STUDENTS

DEGREE PROGRAMMES
MALAYSIAN INTERNATIONAL
ALL STUDENTS
STUDENTS STUDENTS
• Philosophy and Contemporary • Philosophy and Contemporary • U2 - Entrepreneurship and Networking Skills
Issues Issues • U4 - Extracurricular Learning Experience
• Appreciation of Ethics and • Communication in Bahasa
Civilisations Melayu 2

While the above information is accurate at the time of printing, please note that entry requirements are subject to change. Please visit the university website
for the most updated information.
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