MASTER OF SCIENCE (PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES)

About the Programme

The Master of Science (MSc) program in Pharmaceutical Sciences at UCSI University is a multidisciplinary full research mode postgraduate degree. It is the first Master’s degree with a specialization in multidisciplinary areas of pharmaceutical sciences involving chemistry, medicinal chemistry, physiology, pharmacology, microbiology, pharmacokinetics, pharmaceutics and formulation science, and pharmacogenomics, among others.

Experts in the field of Pharmaceutical Sciences are much needed due to the growing demand in the pharmaceutical industry in Malaysia and internationally.

UCSI’s researchers and supervisors are equipped with local and international research grants as well as the experience to mentor students in their research projects. They are also constantly engaging in ongoing professional development to ensure effective research supervision.

Duration of Study

2-4 years full-time, 3-5 years part-time

Course Mode

Course Location

Intakes

Career Opportunities

The program’s comprehensive design and delivery paves the way for careers in advanced scientific research and various fields, including

• Academician
• Product development scientists
• Medicinal chemist
• Patent attorney
• Regulatory professionals
• Quality control and assurance personnel
• Medical science liaison
• Science writer
• Clinical research associate
• Pharmaceutical scientist

Subjects Offered

Semester 1

• Research Methodology
• Business and Entrepreneurship in Practice
• Research I*

Semester 2 onwards

• Research II*

Notes:

The University may allow an exemption for outstanding students to complete their studies within a shorter period.

Entry Requirement

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS