Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons)

Fully accredited by the Pharmacy Board Malaysia, UCSI University’s Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) is well-known among industry practitioners and employers. Hands-on approach and student-centred, the programme is designed to encourage students to become independent learners who are capable of 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 pharmaceutical sciences. There are four main areas within the programme: Physiology and Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmaceutics and Pharmaceutical Technology, and Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacy Practice. This programme will equip you with the scientific, clinical and professional knowledge as well as strong communication skills to positively impact the healthcare system.

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

​A- Level

3B or 2A1C or 1A1B1C in Biology and Chemistry and Physics or Mathematics with minimum "B" in Chemistry

With reference to the Score system of the Universities and Colleges Admission Service (UCAS) carried out at United Kingdom for A-level result with score of A+ = 140, A=120, B=100 and C=80

3B proposed by LFM is equal to the total score of 300 with B for Chemistry course

STPM

3B or 2A1C or 1A1B1C in Biology and Chemistry and Physics or Mathematics with minimum "B" in Chemistry
Overall CGPA minimum 3

​Matriculation or Pre-Study in Medicine and Pharmacy

CGPA 3.0 and above with minimum "B" in Chemistry

Minimum 1 year of study

Pass SPM with minimum 5B in Biology and Chemistry and Physics and Mathematics (or Additional Mathematics) and other one subject at School Certificate level or equivalent

​Foundation in Sciences

CGPA 3.0 and above with minimum B in Chemistry

Minimum 1 year of study

Pass SPM with minimum 5B in Biology and Chemistry and Physics and Mathematics (or Additional Mathematics) and other one subject at School Certificate level or equivalent

​Diploma

Diploma in Science (Chemistry or Biology or Physics) CGPA 3.75 and above including B in Chemistry subject

OR

Diploma in Pharmacy CGPA 3.5 and above

Minimum 1 year of study

Pass SPM with minimum 5B in Biology and Chemistry and Physics and Mathematics (or Additional Mathematics) and other one subject at School Certificate level or equivalent

​First Degree in Science

First Degree in Science CGPA 2.75 and above (CGPA 2.75 = Gred C+)

UEC

Pass UEC with minimum Grade B4 in 5 subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and Additional Mathematics or one other subject.

Australian Matriculation (AUSMAT) /Tertiary Entrance Education (TEE) /South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) /New South Wales Higher Education Certificate (HSC) (Year 12) /Northern Territory Certificate of Education (NTCE) (Year 12) /Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) (Year 12) /Monash University Foundation Year (MUFY)

Aggregate 80% include Chemistry, Biology and Physics or Mathematics in which minimum “B” in Chemistry or equivalent

OR

TER/ UAI/ ENTER/ ATAR 80 include Chemistry, Biology and Physics or Mathematics in which minimum “B” in Chemistry or equivalent

South Australian Matriculation (SAM)/ Western Australian Curriculum Council/ University of New South Wales Foundation/ Trinity College Foundation/ Higher School Certificate-Sydney Australia

Aggregate 80% include Chemistry, Biology and Physics or Mathematics in which minimum “B” in Chemistry or equivalent

OR

TER/ UAI/ ENTER/ ATAR 80 include Chemistry, Biology and Physics or Mathematics in which minimum “B” in Chemistry or equivalent

Canadian Pre-U (CPU)/ Canadian International Matriculation Program (CIMP)

Aggregate 80% include Chemistry, Biology and Physics or Mathematics with minimum “B” in Chemistry or equivalent

International Baccalaureate (IB)

Pass IB with minimum 30 points (exclusive of bonus points) for two Science or 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

Indian Pre-university

Aggregate 70% for three subjects (Chemistry, Biology and Physics or Mathematics) with minimum “B” in Chemistry or equivalent

Other International Qualifications Deemed Equivalent to STPM/A-Level by Malaysian Qualifications Agency

Aggregate 80% for three subjects (Chemistry, Biology and Physics or Mathematics) with minimum “80%” in Chemistry or equivalent

 Note / Legend:

• UCSI University Senate, on 22 Mac 2017, has approved that the pre-admission interview and chemistry quiz for BPharm (Hons) to be abolished. Eligible candidate shall be admitted into the programme after approval by the Faculty.
• International students are required to attend a pre-admission interview.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

For Local Students

MUET

Band 3

SPM/O-Level/IGCSE English

Grade C

UEC English Language

Grade C

IELTS

Band 5.0

TOEFL IBT

40

Pearson Test of English

47

SPM/O-Level/IGCSE/UEC Bahasa Malaysia

Grade C+

Cambridge English Qualifications

154

• Malaysian students without a credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu are required to pass Bahasa Kebangsaan A before graduation. For civil-servant positions, refer to the Public Services Department guidelines.

For International Students

Cambridge Linguaskill

154

IELTS

Band 5.0

TOEFL Essentials (Online)

score 7.5, or above

TOEFL IBT

40

Pearson Test of English

47

MUET

Band 3

Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests:

Linguaskill Online score: 154
Occupational English Test (OET): 200

• 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.

• Year 1

  Semester 1

• General Chemistry for Pharmacy
• Introductory Physiology
• Microbiology for Pharmacy
• Basic Pharmacology and Immunopharmacology
• Professional Skills I (MPU - U2)
• Extra-curricular Learning Experience 1 (MPU - U4)

• Semester 2

• Organic Chemistry
• Basic Medicinal Chemistry
• Biostatistics and Research Methods
• Professional Skills II
• Nervous System & Pharmacotherapy I
• Malaysian Studies (for international students only) (MPU – UI)
• Hubungan Etnik (for Malaysian students only) (MPU—U1 subjects)

• Year 2

  Semester 1

• Cardiovascular System, Blood & Pharmacotherapy
• Physicochemical Properties of Drugs and Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients
• Biochemistry for Pharmacy
• Antimicrobial Therapy I
• Pulmonary, Renal & Pharmacotherapy
• Extracurricular Learning Experience

• Semester 2

• Antimicrobial Therapy II
• Endocrine System & Pharmacotherapy
• Extemporaneous Preparation in Pharmacy
• Gastrointestinal System & Pharmacotherapy
• Pharmacognosy
• Marketing for Pharmacy
• TITAS (for Malaysian students only) (MPU – UI)
• Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3 (for international students only) (MPU – UI)

• Year 3

  Semester 1

• Pharmaceutical Analysis I
• Dosage Form Design I
• Basic Pharmacokinetics
• Evidence Based Medicine
• Nervous System & Pharmacotherapy II
• Introductory Clinical Pharmacy
• Extracurricular Learning Experience (MPU – UI)

• Semester 2

• Clinical Pharmacokinetics
• Non-prescription Drugs
• Dosage Form Design II
• Biotechnology & Pharmacogenomics
• Pharmacy Law and Ethics
• Pharmaceutical Analysis II

• Year 4

  Semester 1

• Pharmacoepidemiology
• Pharmacotherapy I
• Undergraduate Research Project
• Cancer Chemotherapy
• Hospital Pharmacy Practice
• Geriatric Pharmacy
• Advanced Drug Delivery
• Religions in Malaysia (MPU – U3)

• Semester 2

• Pharmacotherapy II
• Clinical Clerkship
• Industrial Clerkship
• Pharmacoeconomics
• Pharmacy Management
• Industrial Management
• Drugs of Abuse and Society

• General Courses (MPU) are compulsory for all students.

  U1

  For Malaysian students:

• Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
  (Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban)
• Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
  (Falsafah dan Isu Semasa)

• For foreign students:

• Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
• Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3
  (Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3)

• U2

  Professional Skill I & II

  U3

  Religions in Malaysia

  U4

  Extra-curricular Learning Experience 1 to 3