Overview
The Bachelor of Formulation Science (Honours) programme provides students with in-depth knowledge and hands-on practical experience of the diverse fields in formulation science and technology. The programme trains students with creative and critical thinking, in addition to the research skills needed to design and formulate innovative products in pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, biopharmaceuticals, food, or chemicals. The primary focus of the programme is the intensive hands-on approach and attachments to industries to enhance the knowledge and skills of students for global careers. This programme will equip the students with entrepreneurship skills, marketing as well as the international and local regulatory and environmental standards, with a pathway to register for a related Masters in Pharmaceutical Sciences programme upon graduation.Â
Entry Requirements
Academic Requirements
A-Levels
- Minimum Grade C in Chemistry and Biology/Physics/Mathematics.
- Pass SPM or equivalent with minimum three (3) credits including Mathematics, Chemistry, and one other subject.
- Credit requirement at SPM level can be waived should the grades obtained at STPM / A-Levels / Matriculation / Foundation level be equivalent/higher.
STPM
- CGPA 2.00 and above with minimum of Grade C (GPA 2.00) in Chemistry and Biology/Physics/Mathematics.
- Pass SPM or equivalent with minimum three (3) credits including Mathematics, Chemistry, and one other subject.
- Credit requirement at SPM level can be waived should the grades obtained at STPM / A-Levels / Matriculation / Foundation level be equivalent/higher.
Matriculation
- CGPA 2.00 and above with minimum of Grade C in Chemistry and Biology/Physics/Mathematics.
- Pass SPM or equivalent with minimum three (3) credits including Mathematics, Chemistry, and one other subject.
- Credit requirement at SPM level can be waived should the grades obtained at the STPM / A-Levels / Matriculation / Foundation level be equivalent/higher.
Foundation in Sciences
- CGPA 2.00 and above with minimum of Grade C in Chemistry and Biology/Physics/Mathematics.
- Pass SPM or equivalent with minimum three (3) credits including Mathematics, Chemistry, and one other subject.
- Credit requirement at SPM level can be waived should the grades obtained at STPM / A-Levels / Matriculation / Foundation level be equivalent/higher.
Diploma/Advanced Diploma/Degree/Equivalent
- CGPA 2.00 and above with minimum of Grade C in Chemistry and Biology/Physics/Mathematics.
UEC
- Minimum Grade B6 in 5 subjects, including Chemistry, Biology/Physics/Mathematics, and any other three subjects.
SAM
- Aggregate 60% inclusive of Chemistry and Biology/Physics/Mathematics.
CPU
- Aggregate 60% inclusive of Chemistry and Biology/Physics/Mathematics.
WAEC/NECO
- Aggregate 60% inclusive of Chemistry and Biology/Physics/Mathematics.
International Baccalaureate (IB)
- Minimum score of 26/42 in 6 subjects including Chemistry and Biology/Mathematics/Physics.
Other qualifications deemed equivalent to STPM/A-Levels by Malaysian Qualification Agency
- Aggregate 60% inclusive of Chemistry and Biology/Physics/Mathematics.
English Language Requirements
For Local Students
MUET
Band 3
SPM
Grade B+
SPM English language 1119/ O-Levels English/ IGCSE
Grade C
UEC English Language
Grade A2
- In the event that the English language requirements are not met, applicants will be required to take Basic English and English Foundation for in-sessional academic enhancement concurrently with the programme.
- Students without a credit in SPM Bahasa Malaysia are required to pass Bahasa Kebangsaan A before graduation.
- IGCSE BM is not equivalent to SPM BM, hence students will need to take Bahasa Kebangsaan A.
For International Students
IELTS
Band 5.0
TOEFL
40
Pearson Test of English
47
MUET
Band 3
Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests
154
- International applicants who do not meet the respective academic programme’s English Language Requirement will need to improve their proficiency by enrolling in the English for Tertiary Education programme (R/KJP/00920-00929), which helps prepare them to attain the required band score. Placement into the various levels depends on the English Language qualification students have at the point of admission and/or the outcome of the English Placement Test.
Courses Offered
Year 1
- Biostatistics and Research Methods
- Introduction to Biological Products
- Introduction to Biotechnology
- Physical and Inorganic Chemistry
- Health and Wellness Products
- Extracurricular Learning Experience I (U4)
- Falsafah dan Isu Semasa (U1-Local and International Students)
- Biosafety and Environmental Science
- Introduction to Pharmacology and Physiology
- Organic Chemistry
- Introduction to Analytical Chemistry
- Formulation of Cosmeceuticals
- Basic Medicinal Chemistry
- Integriti dan Anti-Rasuah (MPU-U2)
- University Life (MPU-U2)
Year 2
- Separation Science and Chromatography
- Biochemistry
- Advances in formulation of parenterals
- Pharmaceutical Engineering
- Biopharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics
- Packaging Design and Technology
- Extracurricular Learning Experience II (U4)
- Penghayatan Etika and Peradaban (U1-Local)
- Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3 (U1-International)
- Instrumental Analysis
- Physicochemical Properties of API
- Formulation of Liquid Dosage Forms
- Formulation of Solid and Semi Solid Dosage Forms
- Co-operative Placement 1
- Bioinformatics (Selective)
- Recombinant Technology (Selective)
Year 3
- Introduction to Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence
- Industrial Biotechnology
- Nutraceuticals and Supplements
- Advanced Drug Delivery
- Industrial Management and Regulations
- Co-operative Placement II
- Research Project in Product Development I
- Extra-curricular Learning Experience III (U4)
- Quality Control and Assurance
- Diagnostic Agents and Kits
- Veterinary Products
- GMP Certification and Registration of Product
- Product Innovation and Entrepreneurship
- Research Project in Product Development II
- Fermentation Technology and Downstream Processing (Selectives)
- Product Sales and Marketing (Selectives)
General Courses (MPU) are compulsory for all students.
U1
For Malaysian students:
- Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
(Falsafah dan Isu Semasa) - Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
(Penghayatan Etika and Peradaban)
For International students:
- Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
(Falsafah dan Isu Semasa) - Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3
(Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3)
U2
Integrity and Anti-Corruption (Integriti dan Anti-Rasuah)
University Life
University Life
U3
Religions in Malaysia
U4
Extracurricular Learning Experience I to III
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this programme can venture into fields related to the manufacturing of pharmaceuticals,nutraceuticals, cosmeceutical, food and beverage, biotechnology, and veterinary products. Other career opportunities include quality control and assurance, regulatory services, product management, sales and support services, research and development for industrial commercial products.
