OVERVIEW
Our Master of Philosophy in Pharmacy provide you with a comprehensive and integrated research training experience that equips you to harness the latest advancements in various multidisciplinary areas of pharmacy and pharmaceutical sciences.
As a Bachelor of Pharmacy graduate, enrolling in our MPhil programme offers you an exciting opportunity to further your education and expand your skillset. One unique advantage is that you have the option to complete your Provisionally Registered Pharmacist (PRP) training right here at Taylor’s University. Our experienced preceptors, recognised by the Pharmacy Board of Malaysia, will provide you with the necessary guidance and supervision throughout this training period.
We understand the significance of practical learning experiences, which is why we are committed to offering you a supportive and engaging environment. By combining academic excellence with hands-on training, we aim to prepare you for a successful career in the pharmaceutical industry.
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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PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
As a master student in pharmacy, 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
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
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.
Note: All information is subject to change. Readers are responsible for verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.
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.
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Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacy Practice
- Community pharmacy
- Digital Health and Innovation
- Disease burden studies
- Legislative and regulatory pharmacy
- Medication safety and optimization
- Pharmacoeconomics
- Pharmacoinformatics
- Quality of life studies
- Social and administrative pharmacy
Pharmacy Education
- Interprofessional Education
- Innovation in teaching and learning
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
More than 300 postgraduates have chosen Taylor’s to fulfil 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 Pharmacy. To ensure a smooth admission process, please take note of our entry requirements listed below.
Fulfiling one of the requirements listed below:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy
Min. CGPA of 2.75 as accepted by the Senate; OR - Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy
CGPA above 2.50 but less than 2.75 can be accepted subjected to a minimum of 2 years working experience in relevant field
Registered Pharmacist
Candidate must be a Registered Pharmacist to pursue research in clinical subjects.
International Students
Entry Requirements: 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 Pharmacy programme, you could embark on any of these exciting careers, including:
- Academic Pharmacist
- Community Pharmacist
- Hospital Pharmacist
- Industrial Pharmacist
- Regulatory Pharmacist
- Toxicologist
- Veterinary Pharmacist