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OVERVIEW


Our Master of Philosophy in Pharmaceutical Sciences programm offers you a comprehensive and well-rounded research training experience, equipping you to harness the latest breakthroughs in various interdisciplinary fields of pharmaceutical sciences.

 

If you are a Bachelor of Pharmacy graduate, enrolling in our MPhil programme offers you an exciting opportunity. Not only will you further your education, but you also have the option to complete your Provisionally Registered Pharmacist (PRP) training right here at Taylor's University. Our dedicated faculty will guide and mentor you throughout this training, ensuring you receive top-notch supervision from experienced preceptors who are officially recognised by the Pharmacy Board of Malaysia.

School
Pharmacy

Intake Month

February, April, June, September and October

Study Options

Full time or part time

Study Programme

2 to 4-year (full time) or 3 to 6-year (part time)

Research-focused

curriculum

Practical input

from industry professionals

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WHY TAYLOR'S PROGRAMME OVERVIEW FEES AND SCHOLARSHIPS

Key Highlights of Master of Philosophy in Pharmaceutical Science

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Spotlights
MEET OUR LECTURERS
FUTURE CAREERS

As a master 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.

Duration

Duration

Full time

2 – 4 years  

Part time

3 – 6 years

Note: All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.

Research Methodology

Research Methodology

Students are required to pass the Research Methodology modules (6 credit hours) in the first year of their candidature.

Note: All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.

Key Research Areas

Key Research Areas

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.

 

Click here to learn more about our research area.

 

 

Pharmaceutical Technology

 

  • Bioequivalence studies
  • Controlled-release drug delivery systems
  • Fast-dissolving drug delivery systems
  • Pre-formulation studies
  • Transdermal/Topical drug delivery systems

 

Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Phytochemistry

 

  • Analytical method development and validation
  • Computational medicinal chemistry
  • Design and development of herbal formulations
  • Extraction of herbal drugs
  • Isolation and characterization of herbal constituents
  • Medicinal chemistry (organic synthesis)

 

Pharmacology

 

  • Antimicrobials
  • Anti-inflammation
  • Cancer Pharmacology
  • Diabetes Pharmacology
  • Pharmacology and Toxicology of herbal extracts
  • Stem cells and exosomes
Hiring Graduate Student

Hiring Graduate Student

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.

Are you ready to take the next step in your academic journey? Our programme offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about the field of Master of Philosophy in Pharmaceutical Science. To ensure a smooth admission process, please take note of our entry requirements listed below.

Fulfilling one of the requirements listed below:

  1. Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy (Tier 1)
    Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or relevant science discipline with min. CGPA of 2.75 as accepted by the Senate; OR

  2. Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy (Tier 2)
    Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or relevant science discipline with CGPA min. 2.50 but less than 2.75 can be accepted subjected to a minimum of 2 years working experience in relevant field.

 

International Students

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.

Note

  • Any of the above conditions would require student's research proposal to be approved. 
  • All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.

When you've successfully completed this Master of Philosophy in Pharmaceutical Science programme, you could embark on any of these exciting careers, including:

  • Academic Pharmacist
  • Community Pharmacist
  • Hospital Pharmacist
  • Industrial Pharmacist
  • Regulatory Pharmacist
  • Toxicologist
  • Veterinary Pharmacist

Master of Philosophy in Pharmaceutical Science

I am Approximate Total Fees
Local Student
MYR 33,100 (Full-Time)
MYR 29,870 (Part-Time)
International Student
USD 11,265 (Full-Time)

We offer scholarships to help brightest minds

reach their fullest potential.

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.

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