This pharmaceutical sciences doctoral programme provides rigorous research training in a range of scientific disciplines that are critical to the success of modern pharmaceutical scientists in the pharmaceutical industry, government, and academia. Taught in a highly multidisciplinary atmosphere, our graduates gain the knowledge and skills required for research related to human health and disease, as well as for the design, development and delivery of medications for safe and effective therapy.
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PHD BY PRIOR PUBLICATION MODE
PhD by Prior Publication is a pathway to achieve a Doctoral award. The candidate’s publications before registration are included in the submission for the Doctoral award.
Full-Time Programme
Part-Time Programme
Curriculum
Normal and Prior Publication
Master’s degree in Pharmacy / relevant science discipline; OR
Any other equivalent qualifications which is recognized by the Malaysian Government.
*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:
i. Within 1 year for full time and within 2 years for part-time candidates;
ii. Having shown competency and capability in conducting research at doctoral level through rigorous internal evaluation.
iii. Approval of the Taylor’s University Senate.
*Any of the above conditions would require student's research proposal to be approved.
*All information is subject to change. The above entry requirements serve as a guideline. Readers are responsible to verify the information by contacting the university's Admissions Department.
*All information is subject to change. The above entry requirements serve as a guideline. Readers are responsible to verify the information by contacting the university’s Admissions Department.
1) How long is the candidature?
The minimum duration of candidature is 6 months and must not exceed 2 years.
2) What are the criteria for the award of the degree?
The minimum requirement for the award of the degree is to:
(a) Pass thesis examination and viva-voce/ oral examination.
(b) Confirmation of meeting minimum candidature period (from the first day of intake commencement to confirmation of satisfactory amendment of thesis/dissertation by examiners).
3) How will progression tracking be done?
Progression tracking is done by monitoring of research progress periodically through:
a) Regular consultation with the supervisors (supervisor-supervisee log);
b) Progress report; and Seminars (research seminar, thesis completion seminar).
Students are required to pass the Research Methodology modules (6 credit hours) in the first year of their candidature
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.
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More than 300 postgraduates have chosen Taylor's to fulfill their research aspiration. Join us and contribute to our innovative and progressive research projects here.
a) Postgraduate pharmacists or chemists working in the pharmaceutical industry.
b) Postgraduates working in the biotechnology and food industries.
c) Postgraduates with a background in pharmaceutical/ biological sciences working in the government or private healthcare sectors.
* Fees will be reviewed annually. For the avoidance of doubt, Taylor’s reserves the right to revise the fee payable for any given semester.
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