Bachelor in Pharmaceutical Technology (Honours)

Program Learning Outcomes

Overview

Bachelor in Pharmaceutical Technology (Honours) is a 3 ½ years undergraduate degree programme. The objective of this programme is to prepare students with theoretical, practical and operational skills in the pharmaceutical and related industrial sectors. It will equip graduates with fundamental knowledge in scientific disciplines that will prepare them in careers related to drug discovery and development, formulation, evaluation, standards and regulatory matters as well as marketing of pharmaceutical and other related products such as herbal, cosmetics and functional food preparations. Upon graduation, students can pursue careers in manufacturing, research and development of these products, and the subsequent requirements related to these products such as quality control, preclinical trials, regulatory affairs, drug information service, sales and marketing.

Notes: This programme will not lead to a professional pharmacy degree. Graduates of this programme will be identified as industrial pharmaceutical technologist.

Programme Education Objectives (PEOs)

PEO 1
To produce knowledgeable, innovative and competent pharmaceutical technologists in solving problems related to pharmaceutical industry using technical and technological skills.
PEO 2
To produce pharmaceutical technologists capable to practice professionalism with ethical awareness and social responsibility in pharmaceutical industry.
PEO 3
To produce pharmaceutical technologists who possess interpersonal skills such as effective communication, leadership and teamwork to strengthen their roles in pharmaceutical industry.
PEO 4
To produce pharmaceutical technologists capable to integrate self-directed life-long learning and continuous improvement for successful career advancement.
PEO 5
To produce pharmaceutical technologists capable of embarking on marketing and technopreneurial activities using broad range of technologies.

Programme Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

PLO 1
Apply fundamental and advance pharmaceutical science knowledge in drug discovery and development, manufacturing as well as marketing and regulatory affairs of pharmaceutical and related products.
PLO 2
Perform appropriate scientific skills in drug discovery and development as well as formulation of pharmaceutical and related products.
PLO 3
Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of social issues and appreciate strategies towards pharmaceutical and related products development.
PLO 4
Demonstrate understanding of the societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to pharmaceutical and related activities.
PLO 5
Communicate and function effectively as an individual and as a member or leader in research, manufacturing, marketing of pharmaceutical and related products.
PLO 6
Apply scientific methods and critical thinking in resolving problems related to drug design and development as well as formulation of pharmaceutical and related products.
PLO 7
Recognize the need for and have the ability to engage in independent and lifelong learning.
PLO 8
Demonstrate awareness and understanding of management, marketing and technopreneurial competencies.

Programme Structure

Semester 1

Falsafah Dan Isu Semasa
Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
Penghayatan Etika Dan Peradaban
Technopreneurship
Fundamental English
Co-Curriculum

Semester 2

Introduction to Pharmaceutics
Biochemistry
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Pharmaceutical Microbiology
Pharmaceutical Analysis I
Pharmaceutical Technology I
Pharmacology and Toxicology I
Professional English 1

Semester 3 (Short Semester)

Foreign Language Courses 1

Semester 4

Physical Pharmaceutics
Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry I
Pharmacognosy I
Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
Kursus Integriti Dan Anti-Rasuah 2 (Compulsory)
Culture And Lifestyle in Malaysia 2 (For Credit Exemption)
Pharmacology And Toxicology II
Research Methodology and Biostatistics
Professional English 2

Semester 5

Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry II
Pharmaceutical Engineering
Pharmaceutical Medicinal Chemistry I
Pharmacognosy II
Pharmaceutical Jurisprudence
Pharmaceutical Technology II
Pharmaceutical Analysis II
Innovation Management
Isu Isu Kontemporari Muslim
Bahasa Kebangsaan A (International Student Only)

Semester 6 (Short Semester)

Foreign Language Courses 2

Semester 7

Pharmaceutical Medicinal Chemistry II
Novel Drug Delivery System
Biopharmaceutics & Pharmacokinetics
Production Management
Research Project I

Semester 8

Chemistry Of Natural Products
Research Project II
Quality Control And Quality Assurance
Computer Aided Drug Design
Herbal Drug Technology
Pharmaceutical Marketing
Pharmaceutical Packaging
Halal Manufacturing Practice
Total Quality Management

Semester 9

Industrial Training

Career Information

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Industry
Regulatory Affairs
R&D Laboratories
Clinical Trial-based Industry
BioPharmaceutical Plants
Academia
Biotechnological Plants
Post-graduate education (Master and PhD)

Entry Requirements

Local Students

STPM/ MATRICULATION/ A LEVEL/ PRE UNIVERSITY or its equivalent
Minimum CGPA of 2.50 in three science subjects including Chemistry
FOUNDATION IN SCIENCE
Minimum CGPA of 2.50
DIPLOMA IN PHARMACY
Minimum CGPA of 2.50
DIPLOMA IN SCIENCE or equivalent
Minimum CGPA of 2.50
International Baccalaureate/ Diploma
Minimum 24 points and pass in Mathematic and Science; IELTS 5 / TOEFL 500

International Students
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Fee:

Local Students:
RM 11,000.00 (Per Semester)
RM 77,000.00 (Total Tuition Fee)

International Students:
RM 19,500.00 (Per Semester)
RM 136,500.00 (Total Tuition Fee)

* Fees shown are the tuition fees only
** Fees shown are not inclusive of visa processing fee (international students)
*** Fees and charges are subject to Malaysian Sales and Service Tax (SST) at the prevailing rate of 6%. SST implementation.
**** Fees shown are correct at time of publication and subject to change without prior notice.

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