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Bachelor in Formulation Science (Honours)

UCSI University

Level

bachelor

Duration

3 years

Location

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Entry Exams

MUET

Tuition Fee

RM 120,036 (International, approximate total)

Intake

February and September

Program Overview

The Bachelor in 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.

This programme is suitable for working professionals

Key Modules

  • 1Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban (Malaysian Students)
  • 2Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi (International Students)
  • 3Effective Writing
  • 4Biostatistics and Research Methods
  • 5Introduction to Biological Products
  • 6Introduction to Biotechnology
  • 7Physical and Inorganic Chemistry
  • 8Health and Wellness Products
  • 9Falsafah dan Isu Semasa
  • 10Extracurricular Learning Experience I
  • 11Biosafety and Environmental Science
  • 12Introduction to Pharmacology and Physiology
  • 13Organic Chemistry
  • 14Introduction to Analytical Chemistry
  • 15Formulation of Cosmeceuticals
  • 16Basic Medicinal Chemistry
  • 17Integriti dan Anti-Rasuah
  • 18Effective Speaking
  • 19Separation Science and Chromatography
  • 20Biochemistry
  • 21Advances in Formulation of Parenterals
  • 22Pharmaceutical Engineering
  • 23Biopharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics
  • 24Packaging Design and Technology
  • 25Instrumental Analysis
  • 26Physicochemical Properties of API
  • 27Formulation Liquid Dosage Forms
  • 28Formulation of Solid and Semi Solid Dosage Forms
  • 29Co-Operative Placement I
  • 30Bioinformatics (Elective)
  • 31Recombinant Technology (Elective)
  • 32Extracurricular Learning Experience II
  • 33Introduction to Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence
  • 34Industrial Biotechnology
  • 35Nutraceuticals and Supplements
  • 36Advanced Drug Delivery
  • 37Industrial Management and Regulations
  • 38Co-Operative Placement II
  • 39Research Project in Product Development II
  • 40Quality Control and Assurance
  • 41Diagnostic Agents and Kits
  • 42Veterinary Products
  • 43GMP Certification and Registration of Product
  • 44Product Innovation and Entrepreneurship
  • 45Research Project in Product Development I
  • 46Fermentation Technology and Downstream Processing (Elective)
  • 47Product Sales and Marketing (Elective)
  • 48Philosophy and Contemporary Issues
  • 49(Falsafah dan Isu Semasa)
  • 50Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
  • 51(Penghayatan Etika and Peradaban)
  • 52For International students:
  • 53Communication in Bahasa Melayu 3
  • 54(Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 3)
  • 55Integrity and Anti-Corruption (Integriti dan Anti-Rasuah)
  • 56University Life
  • 57Religions in Malaysia
  • 58Extracurricular Learning Experience I to III

Entry Requirements

  • 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.
  • CGPA 2.00 and above with minimum of Grade C (GPA 2.00) in Chemistry and Biology/Physics/Mathematics.
  • CGPA 2.00 and above with minimum of Grade C in Chemistry and Biology/Physics/Mathematics.
  • 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
  • Diploma/Advanced Diploma/Degree/Equivalent
  • Minimum Grade B6 in 5 subjects, including Chemistry, Biology/Physics/Mathematics, and any other three subjects.
  • 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
  • Academic Requirements
  • English Language Requirements
  • For Local Students
  • SPM English language 1119/ O-Levels English/ IGCSE
  • UEC English Language
  • Certified Intensive English Programme (CIEP) by ELS
  • 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
  • Total and Section Score: 3, Total Score: 44+
  • Pearson Test of English
  • Cambridge English Qualifications and Tests
  • 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, 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.

Career Prospects

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