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Master’s degree

Master of Science in Pharmacy

KPJ Healthcare University
DurationFull-Time: 2-3 Years, Part-Time: 3-4 Years
Study ModeFull-time/Part-time
LocationNegeri Sembilan
IntakesMarch and September
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Local tuition feesRM 31,000
International tuition feesRM 40,300
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About the programme

The Master of Science in Pharmacy programme is meticulously designed to significantly enhance the competence of healthcare professionals. It focuses on advanced areas such as clinical pharmacy, pharmacy practice, and social and administrative pharmacy. This programme aims to cultivate a community of highly skilled and insightful pharmacists, along with other pharmacy-related professionals, capable of delivering sophisticated, high-class services within the healthcare sector, both locally and globally.

Graduates from this programme will gain advanced knowledge in evaluating scientific literature, applying the science of pharmacy, and conducting research within their chosen specialisation.

Entry requirements

  • A bachelor’s degree (Level 6 MQF) in Pharmacy or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 or equivalent as accepted by HEP Senate; OR
  • A bachelor’s degree (Level 6 MQF) in Pharmacy or related fields or equivalent with CGPA of 2.50 and not meeting CGPA of 2.75, subject to rigorous internal assessment; OR
  • A bachelor’s degree (Level 6 MQF) in Pharmacy or equivalent with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting CGPA of 2.50 subject to a minimum of 5 years working experience in the relevant field and rigorous internal assessment.

English Requirements (International):

  • IELTS: ≥ 5.5 OR
  • TOEFL: ≥ 550 OR equivalent

What you’ll study

  • Research Areas:
    • Clinical Pharmacy
    • Pharmacy Practice
    • Social and Administrative Pharmacy
  • Assessment:
    • Research Proposal Evaluation
    • Semester Evaluations (Progress Reports)
    • Thesis Examination
    • Oral Defense (Viva)

Career pathways

  • Clinical Pharmacist
  • Hospital Pharmacist
  • Clinical Pharmacy Specialist
  • Pharmacy Practice Consultant
  • Health Quality Administrator
  • Healthcare Operations Manager
  • Pharmaceutical Project Manager
  • Clinical Research Coordinator
  • Formulation Scientist

Programme information is supplied through StudyMalaysia. Confirm current fees, intake dates, requirements and availability directly with the institution.