Our Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Pharmaceutical Sciences programme in Malaysia offers rigorous research training in a diverse range of scientific disciplines essential to the success of modern pharmaceutical scientists in various sectors, such as the pharmaceutical industry, government, and academia. As a PhD student, you will engage in advanced research within a highly multidisciplinary environment. This collaborative atmosphere fosters a rich exchange of ideas and perspectives, enhancing your research capabilities and broadening your scientific horizons.
Throughout the programme, you will develop a deep understanding of the scientific principles and methodologies necessary for conducting cutting-edge research in areas related to human health and disease. Our curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including drug discovery, drug development, pharmacology, pharmaceutical analysis, drug delivery systems, and pharmaceutical biotechnology.
To ensure quality supervision, only a select number of students are admitted each intake. We recommend applying early to join our impactful community of research professionals.
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Note: Fees will be reviewed annually. For the avoidance of doubt, Taylor’s reserves the right to revise the fee payable for any given semester.
Effective 1 July 2025, a 6% Service Tax will be imposed on non-Malaysian citizens, applicable to all fees and charges, except International Security Deposit and EMGS application fees. Fees shown in the Fee Schedule are exclusive of the 6% Service Tax. The Service Tax rate and taxable fee components are subject to change as determined by government regulations.
As a doctoral student in pharmaceutical science, you will embark on a research journey that will deepen your understanding of the field and make significant contributions to knowledge. Our programme is designed to provide you with a supportive and intellectually stimulating environment, allowing you to thrive as a researcher and innovator.
Full time
3 – 6 years
Part time
4 – 8 years
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In their first year, students must complete the following modules (totalling 6 credit hours): Research Method for Science and either Qualitative Research Methods or Quantitative Research Methods.
At Taylor's University, we believe research can help shape the future. Our postgraduate research programmes cover a broad range of topics with the aim to help shape the future in the aspects of society, technology, economy, and environment.
Find out more about our research areas.
We offered two entry pathway for this PhD programme, which is normal mode and prior to publication mode. Our PhD by Prior Publication mode provides a unique pathway for you to achieve a Doctoral award based on your existing body of work. We recognise the value of your prior publications and include them as a significant part of your submission for the Doctoral award.
English Requirement: IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 60 (Internet Based Test) (May join IEN preparatory course and achieve the IELTS score) The validity of the IELTS or equivalent is within 2 years from the date of the examination.
Bachelor's degree candidates who are registered for master's degree programmes may apply to convert to the doctoral degree programmes subjected to the following conditions:
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You will need to fulfil one of the below:
In addition to the above criteria, those who want to join Doctoral Degree by Retrospective or Prior Publication mode must include the below to the formal application:
The minimum language proficiency of the candidates must be determined by the HEP consistent with applicable programme standards or based on the needs of the programme, i.e., learning outcomes and the medium of instruction.
A Selection Committee must be established to review the formal application for PhD by Retrospective or Prior Publication and recommend to the Senate to obtain approval.
Criteria for published works
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When you've successfully completed this Doctor of Philosophy in Pharmaceutical Science programme, you could embark on any of these exciting careers, including:
Embarking on your journey towards a PhD in Pharmaceutical Science marks a pivotal step in advancing your scholarly expertise and research impact in the field of pharmaceutical sciences. We are here to guide you through the application process, ensuring it is as seamless and straightforward as possible. To discover more about the procedure and the documents required, please visit our Admissions website for further information.
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For Prior Publication Mode:
The minimum duration of candidature is 6 months and must not exceed 2 years.
The minimum requirement for the award of the degree is to:
Progression tracking is done by monitoring of research progress periodically through:
