Doctor of Philosophy (Pharmacy)
- IPS/UniKL RCMP
- (R/0916/8/0007) (07/32) (MQA/FA10079)
Program Learning Outcomes
Overview
The programme aims to produce competent and compassionate pharmacists capable of producing quality research to meet the diverse health care needs of the community.
Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)
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PEO 1
Knowledgeable, competent and innovative in the field of pharmaceutical sciences. -
PEO 2
Effective leaders with teamwork skills as well as communication skills. -
PEO 3
Committed towards the importance of lifelong learning and continuous improvement. -
PEO 4
Professional, ethical and socially responsible. -
PEO 5
Capable of embarking on business and technopreneurial activities.
Programme Learning Objectives (PLOs)
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PLO 1: Knowledge and Understanding
Demonstrate a critical and in-depth understanding of frontier knowledge by generating substantial and original contributions to the pharmaceutical sciences field. -
PLO 2: Cognitive Skills
Synthesize existing and new knowledge in pharmaceutical sciences areas to develop new concepts, interpretations or applications. -
PLO 3: Practical Skills
Conduct rigorous and independent pharmaceutical research with minimal supervision. -
PLO 4: Leadership Skills
Demonstrate leadership, professionalism and management skills, and take full responsibility for own work and significantly for others in the research team. -
PLO 5: Ethics and Professionalism
Perform research adhering to legal, ethical, professional and sustainable practices. -
PLO 6: Interpersonal and Communication Skills
Work effectively and communicate cogently with experts and society in relation to pharmaceutical sciences. -
PLO 7: Digital and Numerical Skills
Choose suitable digital and analytical techniques to solve problems. -
PLO 8: Personal and Entrepreneurial Skills
Demonstrate commitment to lifelong learning and involvement in entrepreneurial projects.
Areas of Research
- Pharmacy Practice
- Clinical Pharmacy
- Pharmaceutical Technology
- Pharmaceutical Chemistry
- Pharmaceutical Analysis
- Basic Medical Sciences (e.g. microbiology, pathophysiology)
- Pharmacology and Toxicology
- Social and Administrative Pharmacy
- Pharmacoeconomics
- Any field of study related to pharmacy
Compulsory Module
- Research Methodology
- Innovation Technology and Entrepreneurship
Graduates will have excellent career opportunities as researchers, academicians, consultants and project managers in any institution of research and higher education, government and non-government agencies in medical and health sciences.
- A Master’s Degree (Level 7, MQF) in the field or related fields accepted by the HEP Senate; OR
- Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s Degree (Level 7, MQF) recognized by the Government of Malaysia.
- Candidates without a related qualification or relevant working experience must undergo prerequisite courses determined by the HEP.
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A Bachelor’s Degree (Level 6, MQF) with the following conditions:
- First Class (CGPA 3.67 or higher) in Pharmacy or related fields (Academic / TVET);
- Undergo internal assessment; and
- Any other requirements of the HEP.
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Conversion from Master’s to Doctoral Degree is subject to:
- Within one year (Full Time) or two years (Part Time);
- Demonstrated doctoral-level research competency; and
- Approval of the HEP Senate.
- IELTS 5.0 / TOEFL 500 or equivalent.
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UniKL Policy UniKL/CQA/POL/06
- For Bachelor and postgraduate programmes, IELTS 5.0 or equivalent is required.
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Tuition Fee
Malaysian Students
Full Time:
RM 4,500.00 (Per Semester)
RM 9,000.00 (Per Year)
Part Time:
RM 3,375.00 (Per Semester)
RM 6,750.00 (Per Year)
International Students
Full Time:
RM 6,700.00 (Per Semester)
RM 13,400.00 (Per Year)
* Fees shown are the tuition fees only
** Fees shown are not inclusive of visa processing fee (international students)
*** Fees and charges are subject to SST at 6%. SST Implementation
**** Fees shown are correct at time of publication and subject to change without prior notice.
Demonstrate an understanding of how communication shapes patterns of social interaction, the expression of cultural values and norms, political practices and relations of power, and our positions as local and global citizens.
Be able to use a variety of methodological tools to analyze interpersonal, intercultural, and rhetorical discourse that structures everyday interactions in both our public and private lives.
Demonstrate an understanding of the possibilities, problems, and history of discourse and deliberation in democracy and will be prepared to use their knowledge to work for a just and more humane world.
Programme
| Semester 1 | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Rhetoric & the Public Sphere | 4 | ESTU 203 |
| Communication & Everyday Life | 2 | ESTU 340 |
| Critical & Rhetorical Methods | 4 | ESTU 657 |
| Semester 2 | Credits | Number |
|---|---|---|
| Relational Communication | 4 | ESTU 768 |
| Public Relations Campaigns | 4 | ESTU 432 |
| Rhetoric of Social Movements | 2 | ESTU 873 |
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