Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons)
Become an Expert in Medicine
The B.Pharm (Hons) degree is offered by a top QS World Ranked private university in Malaysia through a partnership between ICAN College and UCSI University, established on 19th June 2020. The curriculum emphasizes fundamental pharmacy knowledge at the beginning, with integrated courses covering key disciplines for each body system studied. Students benefit from this approach, gaining a solid foundation for their future practice as pharmacists.
The program, spanning 4 years, includes various attachments to enhance practical skills and knowledge. UCSI’s pharmacy program focuses on fostering creative and critical thinking, along with research skills essential for career growth. The courses are structured into four main disciplines within the Faculty.
- Physiology & Pharmacology
- Pharmaceutical Chemistry
- Pharmaceutics & Pharmaceutical Technology
- Clinical Pharmacy & Pharmacy Practice
Cource Details
Academic Requirements for Diploma Holders
- Possession of a Diploma in Pharmacy from ICAN College with a CGPA of 3.5 and above
- Completion of a minimum of 1 year of study
Additional Academic Requirements
- Successful completion of SPM with a minimum grade of 5B in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics (or Additional Mathematics), and one other subject at the School Certificate level or equivalent
- Other academic qualifications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis
Course Outline
Year 1: (2 semesters)
| Semester i | Semester ii |
|---|---|
| • General Chemistry for Pharmacy • Introductory Physiology • Microbiology for Pharmacy • Basic Pharmacology and Immunopharmacology • Professional Skills I (MPU – U2) • Extra-curricular Learning Experience 1 (MPU – U4) | • Organic Chemistry • Basic Medicinal Chemistry • Biostatistics and Research Methods • Professional Skills II • Nervous System & Pharmacotherapy I • Malaysian Studies (for international students only) (MPU – UI) • Hubungan Etnik (for Malaysian students only) (MPU—U1 subjects) |
Year 2: (2 semesters)
| Semester i | Semester ii |
|---|---|
| • Cardiovascular System, Blood & Pharmacotherapy • Physicochemical Properties of Drugs and Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients • Biochemistry for Pharmacy • Antimicrobial Therapy I • Pulmonary, Renal & Pharmacotherapy • Extracurricular Learning Experience | • Antimicrobial Therapy II • Endocrine System & Pharmacotherapy • Extemporaneous Preparation in Pharmacy • Gastrointestinal System & Pharmacotherapy • Pharmacognosy • Marketing for Pharmacy • TITAS (for Malaysian students only) (MPU – UI) • Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3 (for -international students only) (MPU – UI) |
Year 3: (2 semesters)
| Semester i | Semester ii |
|---|---|
| • Pharmaceutical Analysis I • Dosage Form Design I • Basic Pharmacokinetics • Evidence Based Medicine • Nervous System & Pharmacotherapy II • Introductory Clinical Pharmacy • Extracurricular Learning Experience (MPU – UI) | • Clinical Pharmacokinetics • Non-prescription Drugs • Dosage Form Design II • Biotechnology & Pharmacogenomics • Pharmacy Law and Ethics • Pharmaceutical Analysis II |
Year 4: (2 semesters)
| Semester i | Semester ii |
|---|---|
| • Pharmacoepidemiology • Pharmacotherapy I • Undergraduate Research Project • Cancer Chemotherapy • Hospital Pharmacy Practice • Geriatric Pharmacy • Advanced Drug Delivery • Religions in Malaysia (MPU – U3) | • Pharmacotherapy II • Clinical Clerkship • Industrial Clerkship • Pharmacoeconomics • Pharmacy Management • Industrial Management • Drugs of Abuse and Society |
Tuition Fee
| Year 1 | RM 29 880.00 |
| Year 2 | RM 29 880.00 |
| Year 3 | RM 28 080.00 |
| Year 4 | RM 27 830.00 |
| Total | RM 115 670.00 |
Programme Description
Professional Recognition
The Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) programme is recognised by Malaysian Pharmacy Board (MPB).
Interviews
Academically qualified candidates would be required to attend an interview for admission. The outcome of the interview will determine a candidate’s successful admission into the programme.
Employability
Graduates will be employed in the following areas:
- Research and development of products and processes
- Supervision of food manufacturing processes
- Food engineering support
- Marketing and sales
- Product support and promotion
- Consulting laboratories
- Government organisations
They may be employed as:
- Food scientists
- Food microbiologists
- Flavour chemists
- Food safety inspectors
- Community and university educators
- Scientific writers
- Researchers
International Students
ICAN College welcomes International Student applications from various countries given that their qualifications are equivalent to the Malaysian standard of Qualifications.