About the Program
The Bachelor of Formulation Science (Honours) program provides students with in-depth knowledge and hands-on practical experience in the diverse fields of formulation science and technology. The program trains students with creative and critical thinking, in addition to the research skills needed to design and formulate innovative products in pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, biopharmaceuticals, food, or chemicals. The primary focus of the program is the intensive hands-on approach and attachments to industries to enhance the knowledge and skills of students for global careers. This program will equip the students with entrepreneurship skills, marketing as well as the international and local regulatory and environmental standards, with a pathway to register for a related Masters in Pharmaceutical Sciences program upon graduation.
Duration of Study
Course Mode
Full-time
Course Location
Intakes
Career Prospect
Graduates of this program can venture into fields related to the manufacturing of pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, cosmeceuticals, food and beverage, biotechnology, and veterinary products. Other career opportunities include quality control and assurance, regulatory services, product management, sales and support services, and research and development for industrial commercial products.
Subjects Offered
Year 1
- Hubungan Etnik (Local)
- Pengajian Malaysia (International)
- Extracurricular Learning Experience (MPU-U4)
- Biostatistics and Research Methods
- Introduction to Biological Products
- Introduction to Biotechnology
- Physical and Inorganic Chemistry
- Health and Wellness Products
- Religions in Malaysia
- Biosafety and Environmental Science
- Introduction to Pharmacology and Physiology
- Organic Chemistry
- Introduction to Analytical Chemistry
- Formulation of Cosmeceuticals
- Basic Medicinal Chemistry
Year 2
- TITAS (Malaysian students; MPU1)
- Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3 (International students; MPU1)
- Extracurricular Learning Experience II
- Separation Science and Chromatography
- Biochemistry
- Advances in the formulation of parenteral
- Pharmaceutical Engineering
- Biopharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics
- Packaging Design and Technology
- Instrumental Analysis
- Physicochemical properties of API
- Formulation Liquid dosage forms
- Formulation of Solid and semi-solid dosage forms
- Co-Operative Placement I
- Bioinformatics
- Recombinant Technology
Year 3
- Extra-curricular Learning Experience
- Introduction to Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence
- Industrial Biotechnology
- Nutraceuticals and Supplements
- Advanced Drug Delivery
- Industrial Management and Regulations
- Co-Operative Placement II
- Research Project in Product Development I
- Quality Control and Assurance
- Diagnostic Agents and Kits
- GMP Certification and Registration of Product
- Product Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- Research Project in Product Development II
- Fermentation Technology and Downstream Processing
- Product Sales and Marketing
Entry Requirement
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
A-Level
Minimum Grade C in Chemistry and Biology/Physics/Mathematics.
Pass SPM or equivalent with a minimum of three (3) credits including Mathematics, Chemistry, and one any other subject. The credit requirement at SPM level can be waived should the grades obtained at the STPM / A-level / Diploma / Matriculation / Foundation level are equivalent/higher.
STPM
CGPA 2.00 and above with a minimum of Grade C (GPA 2.00) in Chemistry and Biology/Physics/Mathematics.
Pass SPM or equivalent with a minimum of three (3) credits including Mathematics, Chemistry, and one any other subject. The credit requirement at SPM level can be waived should the grades obtained at the STPM / A-level / Diploma / Matriculation / Foundation level are equivalent/higher.
Matriculation or Pre-Study in Medicine and Pharmacy
CGPA 2.00 and above with a minimum of Grade C in Chemistry and Biology/Physics/Mathematics.
Pass SPM or equivalent with a minimum of three (3) credits including Mathematics, Chemistry, and one any other subject.
The credit requirement at SPM level can be waived should the grades obtained at the STPM / A-level / Diploma / Matriculation / Foundation level are equivalent/higher.
Foundation in Sciences
CGPA of 2.0 and above with a minimum Grade C in Chemistry and Biology/Physics/Mathematics.
Pass SPM or equivalent with a minimum of three (3) credits including Mathematics, Chemistry, and one any other subject
The credit requirement at SPM level can be waived should the grades obtained at the STPM / A-level / Diploma / Matriculation / Foundation level are equivalent/higher.
Diploma/Advanced Diploma/Degree/ Equivalent
CGPA 2.00 and above with a minimum of Grade C in Chemistry and Biology/Physics/Mathematics.
The credit requirement at SPM level can be waived should the grades obtained at the STPM / A-level / Diploma / Matriculation / Foundation level are equivalent/higher.
UEC
Minimum Grade B in 5 subjects, including Chemistry,
Biology/Physics/Mathematics, and any other three subjects.
SAM/WAEC/NECO/Candian Pre-u
Aggregate 60% inclusive of Chemistry and Biology/Physics/Mathematics.
International Baccalaureate(IB)
A minimum score of 26/42 in 6 subjects including Chemistry and Biology/Mathematics/Physics.
Other qualifications deemed equivalents to STPM/A-Level by the Malaysian Qualification Agency
Aggregate 60% inclusive of Chemistry and Biology/Physics/Mathematics.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
TOEFL IBT
42
Pearson Test of English
47
MUET
Band 3
Tuition fees
