What is overseas education?

Overseas education is leaving your home country and going abroad to pursue further education. Through overseas education, you can avail of long-term degree courses as well as short-term certificate courses to learn a language or upskill yourself.

How to get a scholarship to study abroad?

If you are aiming to study abroad, identify your career goals, look for relevant courses and universities abroad, know the tuition fees and other expenditures, prepare well for the entrance exams, apply to shortlisted universities, accept the offer letter from the desired university, apply for a student visa and get ready to jet off!

The best way to study abroad for free is to avail of full-funded scholarships or university grants. The fully-funded scholarships are typically awarded to students who excel in academics or extracurricular activities and cover their tuition fees, travel expenses, accommodation, and other living expenses.

How to study abroad for free?

To get an education loan for studying abroad, you need to have the admission offer letter from the university and fulfill the eligibility criteria for securing the loan. In order to get an education loan at the best rate of interest, seek guidance from a reputed study-abroad consultant.

How to get an education loan for studying abroad?

Choose to study abroad to leverage better learning opportunities, see the world, meet new people, boost your resume, develop a broader perspective, become culturally competent, and avail yourself of lucrative job opportunities globally.

How to go abroad for studies?

The best way to go abroad for studies is to get in touch with reputed study-abroad consultants. They can help you explore courses aligned with your academic interests, guide you in preparing for entrance exams, help you with university and student visa applications, and even provide post-arrival assistance.

Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science (Honours)

OVERVIEW

Dive into the depths of pharmaceutical formulation, uncovering the scientific underpinnings of drug discovery, manufacturing, and more. What truly sets this programme apart is the exciting Cosmetic Science extension, connecting you with the booming cosmetics industry. You will have the golden chance to spend a year gaining hands-on experience with industry partners through work-based learning (WBL). Plus, this programme equips you with marketing and entrepreneurship skills to forge you on the path to becoming a high-demand future pharmaceutical leader.

School
Pharmacy

Intake Month

February, April and September

Study Options

Full time only

Study Programme

3-years

2 Modes

Conventional and Work-based Learning

Accreditation
by MQA

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PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

This programme presents students with a choice between two tracks: a conventional or a work-based learning (WBL) track. The curriculum equips students with essential knowledge in physiology, pharmacology, pharmaceutical chemistry and pharmaceutics. Building on this foundation, the following years concentrate on practical application of these theories. The programme also includes an internship in an actual industrial environment where students will gain invaluable real-world experience.

Primary Major

This component consists of Common Core subjects, which are common modules across a discipline that provides the fundamental knowledge of the discipline.

Common Core

Year 1

Human Anatomy & Physiology
Principles of Life Sciences
Principles of Marketing
Understanding Entrepreneurialism
Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry
Basic Pharmacology and Toxicology with Health Informatics
Physical Pharmaceutics
Pharmaceutical Dosage Form

Year 2

Principles of Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Advanced Pharmacology
Pharmaceutical Formulation & Development I
Research Methodology & Biostatistics
Pharmaceutical Formulation & Development II
Pharmaceutical Analysis
Packaging and Merchandising Design
Drug Design and Biotechnology

Year 3

Product Development
Industrial Pharmacy
Research Project I & II*
Internship*
Industrial Training I**
Industrial Training II**

Note:

*for Conventional track only || **for WBL track only
All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.

University Core

This component aims to develop critical thinking, build up social intelligence and cultivate civic responsibility as well as broaden cultural knowledge. These consist of compulsory and nationally-mandated study modules required by the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education.

Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
Falsafah dan Isu Semasa
Emotional Intelligence in Action
Kursus Integriti dan Antirasuah
Social Innovation Project

Note:

Students are requested to take Bahasa Kebangsaan A if they do not obtain a Credit for Bahasa Malaysia in SPM.
All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.

Flexible Education

The Flexible Education component offers students the flexibility to explore modules in a related or unrelated field, enhancing and complementing their primary major. This component allows students to broaden their knowledge and skills by selecting modules from the same or different schools within the university.

Flexible Education can take various forms, including free electives, extensions, minors, or even a second major. These options provide students with the opportunity to delve deeper into a specific area of interest or broaden their understanding by exploring a different field of study.

Click here to see a full list of all available Flexible Education Components.

You will need to choose one of the package below.

Extension

You will need to choose any ONE (1) Extension* offered by Taylor’s University.

Option 1: Drug Discovery and Development
Option 2: Cosmetic Science

Minor

You will need to select any Minor packages offered by Taylor’s University. We have provided some suggested Minors below, and you can refer to the Flexible Education Guide for the complete list.

Advertising and Brand Management
Design and Manufacturing
Entrepreneurship
International Business
Marketing
Project Management
Web Technology

The minor offered are subject to availability and you will need to meet the minimum module pre and co-requisite.

Free Electives

You will need to select any five (5) of the Free Electives offered by Taylor’s University. You can refer to the Flexible Education Guide for the complete list.

The free electives offered are subject to availability and you will need to meet the minimum module pre and co-requisite.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

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 Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science programme. To ensure a smooth admission process, please take note of our entry requirements listed below.

Prerequisites

Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM)

A pass in SPM/SPMV/O-level or equivalent with 5 credits (Except for UEC)

Note:

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

Entry Pathway

Taylor’s Foundation in Science (FIS)

Pass with min. CGPA 2.50 including GPA 2.33 in (ANY 2) subjects: Biology, Physics / Mathematics, Chemistry.

Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM)

Pass with a minimum GPA 2.33 in (ANY 2) of the following subjects: Biology, Physics/Mathematics, Chemistry.

Unified Examination Certificate (UEC)

Pass with min. 5Bs including (ANY 2): Biology, Physics / Mathematics, Chemistry.

A Level

Min. DD in TWO of the subjects: Biology, Physics/Mathematics, Chemistry. Min D in each subject.

AUSMAT (SACEi)

Achieve ATAR 60 with min. Grade C+ each in (ANY 2) subjects: Biology, Physics / Mathematics, Chemistry.

Canadian Pre-University (CPU)

Min. average of 60% in 6 subjects including min. 65% each in (ANY 2) subjects: Biology, Physics / Mathematics, Chemistry.

International Baccalaureate (IB)

Min. 24 points in 6 subjects including min. 5 points at Higher Level (HL) in (ANY 2) subjects: Biology, Physics / Mathematics, Chemistry.

Monash University Foundation Year (MUFY)

Achieve an overallof 55% for (ANY 2) subjects: Biology, Physics / Mathematics, Chemistry with min. 65% in each subject

Matriculation in Science

Min. CGPA 2.33 for 3 subjects including (ANY 2) subjects: Biology, Physics / Mathematics, Chemistry

Diploma

Recognised Diploma with minimum CGPA of 2.75 in related field OR Recognised Diploma with CGPA less than 2.75 in related field and a minimum of 3 years (36 months) working experience in the related field. OR Pass Foundation in Science from other institution with CGPA 2.85 including GPA of 2.67 in (ANY 2) subjects: Biology, Physics/Mathematics, Chemistry.

Other Qualifications

Students with other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Application via APEL A is allowed.

Note:

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.