About the programme
Our PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences is rooted in several research areas which include pharmaceutics, clinical pharmacy & pharmacy practice, pharmaceutical sciences, pharmaceutical chemistry and pharmacology.
Join our research group, work with state-of-the art equipment and gain professional development opportunities.
Our Pharmaceutical Sciences programme combines a wide range of scientific disciplines that are vital to the invention and development of modern drugs and therapies. The programme structure for this subject area is designed to offer graduates specialised expertise and first-hand experience in the area of pharmaceutical research.
Students conducting research here can also take advantage of ample facilities, including the Pharmacognosy Lab, Medical Sciences Lab, Biomedical Engineering Lab and Phamaceutical Compounding Lab.
Entry requirements
Direct Entry for Outstanding Graduates
- Academic excellence: A first-class bachelor's degree with minimum CGPA of 3.70.
- Research capability: Demonstrated competency and capability in conducting research at the doctoral level.
- Rigorous internal assessment: Successful completion of an internal assessment conducted by the University.
- Senate approval: Final endorsement by the University Senate.
Master’s Degree in a relevant field
Master’s Degree in a relevant field from the University of Cyberjaya or any other institution recognised by the
Malaysian government, acceptable to
the University; OR
Other qualifications equivalent
Any other qualifications equivalent to a Master‘s degree recognised by the Malaysian government, acceptable to the University; OR
Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government and acceptable to the University; AND
For International Students Only
Minimum TOEFL score of 550 (pBT) or 80 (iBT) or minimum IELTS score of 6.0 or its equivalent
Notes
Other acceptable entries: any other qualifications equivalent to a Master‘s degree recognised by the Malaysian government, acceptable to the University.
What you’ll study
Engage in pivotal research within areas like:
- Phytochemistry
- Pharmacognosy
- Natural & Herbal Product Development
- Bioactive Compound & Drug Synthesis
- Natural Product Analysis
- Molecular Modelling & Drug Design
- Pharmaceutical Analysis
- Stem Cell & Cellular Therapy
- Medical Microbiology
- Immunology
- Biotechnology
- Drug Delivery
- Solid Dosage Form
- Polymer Synthesis & Targeted Drug Delivery
- Halal Pharmaceuticals
- Pharmacotherapeutics
- Clinical Pharmacokinetics
- Medication Safety & Pharmacovigilance
- Pharmacy Education
- Nuclear Pharmacy
- Pharmacoethics & Pharmaeconomics
- Hospital Pharmacy & Pharmacy Management
- Psychometric Study
- Social Pharmacy
Career pathways
Many graduates upon completing their doctoral research would go on to research and academic positions in universities and organisations.
Programme information is supplied through StudyMalaysia. Confirm current fees, intake dates, requirements and availability directly with the institution.