MASTER OF PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCE
KPT / JPT( N / 0916 / 7 / 0006) 4 / 29- MQA / PSA17576
1.5 – 2 years
February( Level 1 only) and July( Level 2 only)
For those who have undertaken a science-based undergraduate degree and wish to pursue a career in the pharmaceutical sector or related industries, this course could be for you.
The Master of Pharmaceutical Science builds on your scientific knowledge, delivering you the most current and highly sought-after skills required for success in the contemporary workplace.
Impactful learning
The course takes you through the drug discovery and development pipeline with detailed investigations of:
• target identification
• drug design and optimisation
• product formulation and analysis
• clinical trials
• regulatory processes
• employability skills
You’ ll be taught using case studies and hypotheticals to highlight and address critical issues and challenges in these processes. You’ ll gain hands-on experience in various analytical, formulation, modelling and research techniques, with all of your learning unpinned by the guiding principles of sustainability, social responsibility and positive impact. The course culminates in an extended professional placement.
Whether you’ re from an allied field looking for new opportunities in pharmaceutical science, or an industry professional wanting to develop more specialised skills for an enhanced competitive edge, this master’ s degree will open doors for you.
Course structure
A. Foundations of pharmaceutical science These advanced preparatory studies will equip you with the knowledge and skills base necessary for advanced studies in pharmaceutical science.
B. Case studies in pharmaceutical science You’ ll be introduced to advanced principles of pharmaceutical science through a range of knowledge and laboratory-based case studies and scenarios.
C. Advanced pharmaceutical science You’ ll develop your understanding of state-of-the-art and emerging technologies in pharmaceutical sciences, and integrate this with career skills for a professional placement.
D. Placement and capstone You’ ll undertake a professional placement in the pharmaceutical or related industries or in a research laboratory, which gives you the opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills to solve contemporary problems in a workplace setting. This placement is integrated with a capstone unit where you will consolidate and demonstrate your learning in a professional environment.
RM47,040 Malaysian student
RM53,280 International student 2025 fees per year
Coursework
CAREER PATHS: Possible career outcomes include roles in:
• product development or formulation in pharmaceutical and allied industries such as the cosmetic, personal care, food and beverage, coatings and paints sectors
• analytical development
• bioassay development
• manufacturing
• pharmacovigilance
• preclinical and translational pharmacokinetics
• process development
• quality assurance or control
• regulatory affairs
• research and development.
WHAT YOUR COURSE WILL LOOK LIKE 1
YEAR 1 |
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Semester 1 24 Credit points |
MPS5101 Overview of drug discovery and development 6 Credit points |
MPS5102 Target identification and validation 6 Credit points |
MPS5103 Drug design and optimisation 6 Credit points |
MPS5104 Drug formulation, clinical trials and registration 6 Credit points |
Semester 2 24 Credit points |
MPS5201 Drug stories: Lessons from the past and now 6 Credit points |
MPS5202 From ideas to medicines: Investigator perspectives 6 Credit points |
MPS5203 Experimental investigations: Learning from the lab 6 Credit points |
MPS5204 Drug discovery and development: The next step 6 Credit points |
YEAR 2 |
UNITS |
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Semester 1 24 Credit points |
MPS5301 State-of-the-art and emerging technologies 6 Credit points |
MPS5302 Contemporary pharmaceutical technologies 6 Credit points |
MPS5303 Career tools: Bridging the gap 6 Credit points |
MPS5304 Regulatory science and monitoring medicine use 6 Credit points |
Semester 2 24 Credit points
MPS5401 Professional placement and research project 24 Credit points
A. Foundations of pharmaceutical science B. Case studies in pharmaceutical science C. Advanced pharmaceutical science D. Placement and capstone
1 This course map is intended as a rough guide. Units listed may vary depending on intake, availability and the latest requirements.
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