M.Sc. in Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Course Overview

Under UCSI University’s Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, the MQA-approved Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Chemistry aims to produce professional and ethical graduates who are capable of contributing to the local and global science & technology industry for the advancement of quality pharmaceutical products, research and development. The programme seeks to instill learners with life-long learning to develop creative, critical problem-solving skills with good communication, management and leadership skills.

Using a mixed-mode structure, this structural combination of coursework and dissertation o?ers advanced knowledge in pharmaceutical analytical techniques, as well as ‘elective’ management courses under the Faculty of Business & Information Science. To facilitate teaching and learning, UCSI University provides computer labs, teaching / research laboratories, a library equipped with online database search services, modern postgraduate teaching and research instruments, as well as highly dedicated experienced academics and active researchers. The programme also stipulates the completion of individual research projects over several months.

Curriculum

Entry Requirements

For MSc Pharmaceutical Chemistry: Qualifications Academic Requirements Admission Level BSc in Pharmacy OR a BPharm (Hons) degree OR related undergraduate degree programmes Minimum average score of 60%. Those who possess an equivalent undergraduate degree in a related field may be accepted with a minimum average score of 60% or minimum CGPA of 3.0 English requirements apply English requirements: Minimum score of 6.0 for IELTS (overall and in each section) or TOEFL 570/230/105 to be obtained before admission. For MSc Pharmaceutical Technology: Qualifications Academic Requirements Admission Level Must possess a BSc in Pharmacy or BPharm (Hons) degree Minimum average score of 60%. Other graduates are not accepted for admission English requirements apply English requirements: Minimum score of 6.0 for IELTS (overall and in each section) or TOEFL 570/230/105 to be obtained before admission.

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