Pharmacy BPharm (Hons)

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Selangor, Malaysia

Quick Facts

Duration

4 years

Mode

Full-time, On-campus

Intake

Sep

Tuition Fees

RM248,000

Course Highlights

  • Ranked #8 in the world for Pharmacy and Pharmacology (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026)
  • In your final year you will work in a simulated pharmacy and be presented with real-world problems
  • Gain patient interaction experience through placements in community and hospital pharmacies
  • Ranked #97 in the world and #16 in the UK (QS World University Rankings 2027)

Course Structure

Core modules:

  • Bacterial and Fungal Infections
  • Essential Skills for Pharmacists
  • Dyspepsia

Core modules:

  • Asthma, Allergy and Immune Disease​ 
  • Cardiovascular
  • Gastrointestinal and Liver Disorders​ 
  • Renal and Endocrinology​

Core modules:

  • Central Nervous System Disorders​ 
  • Cancer
  • Research Project​ 

Core modules:

  • Community Pharmacy Placement​ 
  • Industrial Pharmacy Placement​ 
  • Integrated Pharmaceutical and Patient Care​ 

Entry Requirements

  • A level: BBB, including Biology, Chemistry, and either Physics or Mathematics.
  • IB Diploma: 30 points, with grades of 5, 5, 5 at Higher Level, including Biology, Chemistry, and either Physics or Mathematics.
  • STPM: BBB, including Biology, Chemistry, and either Physics or Mathematics, excluding Pengajian Am.
  • UEC: 2 As, including Biology and Chemistry, plus grade B3 in Advanced Mathematics, Physics and 1 other academic subject, excluding Bahasa Malaysia and Chinese language.
  • Australian Year 12: ATAR 86. Applicants are required to meet specific grade standards in Biology, Chemistry, and either Physics or Mathematics, aligned with A Level subject requirements. To fulfil these A Level standards, specific grade equivalents in the Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (SSCE) are required.
  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD): 
    • 80% average based on 6 subjects, including 81% in Biology, Chemistry, and either Physics or Mathematics.
    • Canadian Secondary School Diplomas from other provinces are acceptable and will be assessed based on the University’s requirements.
  • Gaokao (NCEE) and Senior High School Diploma (China): 
    • 73% average in the Gaokao, with 75% in Biology, Chemistry, and either Physics or Mathematics. Additionally, a minimum of 75% overall in the Senior High School Diploma, with 75% in Biology, Chemistry, and either Mathematics or Physics.
    • Gaokao scores are converted from 750 to a percentage scale.
  • Senior School Certificate Examination (CBSE) / Indian School Certificate (CISCE) - Class XII: 80% average from the best four subjects, including 80% in Biology, Chemistry, and either Physics or Mathematics. Excludes local language, Environmental Education, General Studies, and Physical Education.
  • Advance Placement (AP): Not acceptable.
  • Diploma - Local Institutions: Entry to Year 2 is not permitted. Entry to Year 1 will be considered on a case-by-case basis, typically requiring a minimum GPA of 3.50 out of 4.0 in a Diploma in Pharmacy, Diploma in Health Sciences, or an equivalent qualification. Applicants must have achieved good grades (equivalent to at least a grade B) in Biology, Chemistry, and either Physics or Mathematics. The Diploma must be of 2.5 years' duration and must be fully completed at a single institution.
  • Foundation - Local Institutions: Acceptance is at the School’s discretion, requiring a GPA of 3.30 out of 4.0 and good grades (equivalent to at least a grade B) in Biology, Chemistry, and either Physics or Mathematics. The programme must be a one-year foundation programme completed at a single accredited institution.
  • Nottingham's Foundation Programme: Successful completion is required, with an overall minimum average of 70%, including at least 70% in all Biology, Chemistry, and Mathematics modules.

In addition to the entry requirements listed above:

  • All applicants with a Matriculation, Foundation, or Diploma qualification must have obtained 5 Bs, including Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and either Mathematics or Additional Mathematics, in their SPM, GCSE, IGCSE, High School Diploma, or an equivalent qualification.
  • Malaysian applicants intending to complete their provisional training (PRP) at government-linked hospitals or healthcare facilities must have passed SPM and obtained at least a grade C in Malay Language (Bahasa Melayu) at SPM.
  • IELTS (Academic): 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in each element)
  • TOEFL (iBT): 90 (minimum 19 in Writing and Listening, 20 in Reading and 22 in Speaking)
  • PTE (Academic): 71 (with no less than 65 in each element)
  • GCE A Level English Language or English Literature: Grade C
  • GCE AS Level English Language or English Literature: Grade C
  • SPM: CEFR level B2
  • GCSE O-Level: Grade C / 4
  • IGCSE (first language): Grade C / 4
  • IGCSE (second language): Grade B / 6
  • MUET: Band 4.5
  • UEC: Grade A2
  • IB English A1 or A2 (Standard or Higher Level): 4 points
  • IB English B (Higher Level): 4 points
  • IB English B (Standard Level): 5 points
  • OSSD English (ENG3U/ENG4U) (No fast-track route): 75%
  • CBSE/CISCE Class XII or Class X: 75% overall (confirmation of English as the medium of instruction required)

Notes: 

  • IELTS (Academic), TOEFL iBT, and PTE (Academic) test results must be less than two years old.
  • IELTS One Skill Retake is accepted.
  • IELTS Academic Online, TOEFL iBT Home Edition, and PTE Academic Online are not accepted.
  • MUET results are valid for five years from the release date.
  • OSSD English (ENG3U/ENG4U) with the required grades will only be accepted if applicants have completed all 30 credits from standard OSSD courses, not through credit exemptions. Fast-track routes are not accepted.
  • CBSE/CISCE Class XII or Class X English with the required grades will only be accepted if applicants provide a confirmation letter stating that English was the medium of instruction throughout schooling from Class X to Class XII.

Estimated Fees

Application fees (non-refundable)

RM200

Tuition fees

RM248,000

Discounts & scholarships

-RM300

  • Exclusive

Total payable amount

RM247,900

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Up to RM6,200

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Scholarships

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Selangor

High Achievers' Scholarship

Amount

Up to 25% tuition fee waiver for first year

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Selangor

Sibling Scholarship

Amount

10% tuition fee waiver for first year

Study Level

Foundation, Bachelor's Degree, PhD by Research, PhD by Coursework, Master's Degree by Coursework, Master's Degree by Research

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Selangor

Dean's Excellence Scholarship

Amount

25% tuition fee waiver for 1 year

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Selangor

UNM - YTAR Scholarship

Amount

100% full scholarship

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

University of Nottingham Malaysia

Semenyih, Selangor

UNM - MCKL Scholarship

Amount

100% tuition fee waiver

Study Level

Bachelor's Degree

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