KPT / JPT ( N / 0916 / 6 / 0003 ) 2 / 28 - MQA / PSA 16429

Your springboard into an exciting career .

This hands-on degree covers the chemistry , biology and technology of medicines and other chemical formulations , equipping you to research and develop more reliable , accessible and effective treatments and products .

You ’ ll be prepared for an exciting and diverse career , armed with the specialist knowledge and skills to make a genuine impact on human health and well-being . Your understanding of the powerful interplay between chemistry and biology will set you apart from the crowd .

What will I gain from this course ?

This degree will give you :

• advanced knowledge of pharmaceutical science

• well-developed skills in the methods and processes of pharmaceutical science .

You ’ ll also learn how to :

• make valid judgements through critical thinking , and synthesise information from a range of sources to provide relevant solutions to scientific problems

• think globally and consider pharmaceutical issues from a variety of perspectives , and apply international standards for research practices in pharmaceutical sciences

• communicate effectively in a variety of modes , to diverse audiences and for a range of purposes

• work safely and effectively , both independently and in multi-disciplinary teams

• demonstrate leadership , and professional and ethical behaviour .

Course structure

The course develops through three themes :

A . Foundation science studies Foundation studies in bioorganic and medicinal chemistry , physical chemistry and physiology will underpin further studies in your chosen specialisation . It will also provide an introduction to the key areas of scientific communication and practice and scientific research methodology .

B . Pharmaceutical science This will provide you with practical and theoretical skills and knowledge of your specialisation . You will learn to develop , apply and communicate the concepts and theoretical frameworks that constitute the knowledge base of your chosen discipline .

C . Applied project The studies in parts A and B culminate in industry placement or a major research project in Medicinal chemistry , Drug discovery biology , or Formulation science .

3 years February

RM49,920 Malaysian student

RM58,560 International student 2025 fees per year

Hands-on experience Industry placement

CAREER PATHS Pharmaceutical science graduates commonly become specialists or scientists in :

• the pharmaceutical industry

• pharmacology

• bioassay development

• cosmeceuticals

• drug product development

• formulation

• medicinal chemistry

• nutraceuticals

• pharmacovigilance

• quality control

• regulatory affairs .

WHAT YOUR COURSE WILL LOOK LIKE 1

Semester 2 18 Credit points

Enabling sciences

BPS3012 Applied pharmaceutical science : from concept to market

Pharmaceutical science and Applied project

Elective units Choose two units :

• BPS3021 Biotechnology

• BPS3032 Toxicology and advanced pharmacology

• BPS3042 Advanced experimental spectroscopy

• BPS3082 Applied pharmacokinetics , dynamics and product development .

1 This course map is intended as a rough guide . Units listed may vary depending on availability and the latest requirements .

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