Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)

Taylor's University

Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

4 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Apr, Sep

Tuition Fees

RM196,116

Course Highlights

  • Accredited by the Pharmacy Board Malaysia (PBM)
  • Strong research-focused curriculum reflecting the most current research initiatives
  • Get an internationally recognised curriculum with the option to transfer overseas to established universities in the United States, New Zealand or Australia
  • Opportunity to work with leading healthcare providers and industry pharmacies via the Pharmaceutical Industry Student Adoption (PISA) Programme

Course Structure

  • Introduction to Pharmacy
  • Human Anatomy and Physiology
  • Principles of Life Sciences
  • Pharmaceutical Compounding and Dispensing
  • Pharmacology I
  • Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry
  • Physical Pharmaceutics
  • Community Pharmacy Practice I
  • Pharmacology II
  • Principles of Pharmaceutical Chemistry
  • Pharmaceutical Formulation and Development I
  • Biostatistics and Quality Use of Medicines
  • Community Pharmacy Practice II
  • Pharmacology III
  • Pharmaceutical Analysis
  • Hospital Pharmacy Practice
  • Law, Ethics and Practice
  • Pharmaceutical Formulation and Development II
  • Drug Design and Biotechnology
  • Applied Therapeutics I
  • Professional Attachment
  • Applied Therapeutics II
  • Applied Therapeutics III
  • Research Projects

MPU

  • Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
  • Falsafah dan Isu Semasa
  • Emotional Intelligence in Action 
  • Kursus Integriti dan Antirasuah
  • Social Innovation Project

Note: Students are requested to take Bahasa Kebangsaan A if they do not obtain a Credit for Bahasa Malaysia in SPM.

You will need to choose one of the packages below

1. Extension: You will need to choose any ONE (1)  Extension offered by Taylor’s University and choose any two (2) Free Electives offered by Taylor’s University

  • Option 1: Advanced Pharmaceutical Industrial Practice (5 modules)           
  • Option 2: Cosmetic Science (5 modules)

2. Minor: You will need to select any Minor packages offered by Taylor's University and choose any two (2) Free Electives offered by Taylor’s University. We have provided some suggested Minors below

  • Psychology
  • Nutrition with Wellness
  • Accounting
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Web Technology
  • Marketing

3. Free Electives: You will need to select any seven (7) of the Free Electives offered by Taylor's University

Note: Modules and Free Electives will be subject to availability and you will need to meet the minimum module pre and co-requisite

Entry Requirements

  • Taylor’s Foundation in Science (FIS): Pass FIS with Grades BBB, ABC, or AAC in 3 subjects: Biology, Chemistry, and Physics / Mathematics with min. B in Chemistry, provided the programme is at least one year in duration and completed at the same institution
  • Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM): Min. BBB / ABC / AAC in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics / Mathematics with min. B in Chemistry
  • Unified Examination Certificate (UEC): Pass with min. B4 in 5 subjects: Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, and any other subject
  • A Level: Min. ABC / BBB / AAC in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics / Mathematics with min. B in Chemistry
  • AUSMAT (SACEi): Achieve an average of 75% for Chemistry, Biology, and Physics / Mathematics with min. 75% for Chemistry
  • Canadian Pre-University (CPU): Average of 75% for Chemistry, Biology, and Physics / Mathematics with min. 75% for Chemistry
  • International Baccalaureate (IB): Pass with min. score of 30 overall and attained a min. score of 5 each in: Chemistry, Biology, Physics / Mathematics with min. 2 at Higher Level and and 1 at Standard Level
  • Monash University Foundation Year (MUFY): Achieve an average of 75% for Chemistry, Biology, and Physics / Mathematics with min. 75% for Chemistry
  • Matriculation in Science: Min. BBB, ABC, or AAC in 3 subjects: Biology, Chemistry, and Physics / Mathematics with min. B in Chemistry, provided the programme is at least one year in duration and completed at the same institution
  • Diploma in Pharmacy or Health Sciences: Min. CGPA 3.50, provided the programme is not less than 5 semesters or 2.5 years and completed at the same institution.
  • First Degree in a Health or Medical or Pure or Applied Science subject: Min. CGPA 3.00 and above
  • HSC-New South Wales: Achieve an average of 75% for Chemistry, Biology, and Physics / Mathematics with min. 75% for Chemistry
  • Other Qualifications: Students with other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Prerequisite

  • Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM)
    (i) A pass in SPM / O-Level or equivalent with 5Bs each in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics or Additional Mathematics and another subject.   The SPM requirements will only be applicable to Pre-Medical studies or Pre-Pharmacy / Foundation in Science.

    (ii)  A pass in SPM with 2Bs each in Chemistry, Biology / Physics / Maths and credits in 3 other subjects including English; or A pass in O-Level with 2Bs each in Chemistry, Biology / Physics / Maths and credits in 3 other subjects.
    The above requirements will only be applicable to Diploma in Health Science / Pharmacy.

Note: Students who wish to seek employment in the Malaysian government are required to have a credit in Bahasa Malaysia at SPM level

Interview

  • All eligible candidates are required to attend an interview

Local Students

  • SPM / O-Level / UEC / IGCSE: Pass in Bahasa Melayu and English
  • Cambridge English / ELS: The minimum score varies by programme

International Students

  • IELTS: Band 6.0
  • TOEFL iBT: 60
  • PTE: 59
  • Linguaskill:169
  • Pre-U / Foundation / Diploma: Completed Pre-U / Foundation / Diploma that was conducted in English

Estimated Fees

Application fees (non-refundable)

RM650

Tuition fees

RM196,116

Other miscellaneous fees

RM60

Total payable amount

RM196,826

Other savings

Up to RM8,000

  • Bursary

Scholarships

Taylor's University

Subang Jaya, Selangor

Taylor's University Excellence Award

Amount

Up to RM15,000 per year depending on programme

Study Level

Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Bachelor's Degree

Taylor's University

Subang Jaya, Selangor

Taylor's University Talent Scholarship

Amount

Up to 70% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Bachelor's Degree

Taylor's University

Subang Jaya, Selangor

Taylor's University Sports Scholarship

Amount

Up to 70% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Bachelor's Degree

Taylor's University

Subang Jaya, Selangor

Taylor's University Community Scholarship

Amount

Full scholarship

Study Level

Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Bachelor's Degree

Taylor's University

Subang Jaya, Selangor

Taylor's University UEC Prestige Award

Amount

Up to RM14,000 tuition fee waiver per year

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

Taylor's University

Subang Jaya, Selangor

Taylor's University Merit Scholarship

Amount

Up to 70% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Bachelor's Degree

Taylor's University

Subang Jaya, Selangor

Taylor's UEC Special Award

Amount

Up to RM15,000 per year

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

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