Skip to content
WijhaUniوجهة يوني

Health & Medicine · Master's

Master of Philosophy in Pharmaceutical Science (Research)

Taylor's University

Program overview

The Master of Philosophy in Pharmaceutical Research degree at Taylor's University Malaysia offers advanced research possibilities in pharmaceutical sciences. Under professional supervision and with access to cutting edge resources, students work on comprehensive research projects. Graduates are prepared for positions in pharmaceutical development and research as well as for additional study in the area.

Entry Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or relevant science discipline with min. CGPA of 2.75 as accepted by the Senate.

For other qualifications and certificates (e.g.,related fields,Other qualifications equivalent to a Master’s degree , etc..) please contact our educational consultants or submit your application for Admission assessment.

Future Careers

Hospital Pharmacist, Toxicologist, Academic Pharmacist

Curriculum

Show full curriculum

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.

Key Research Areas

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

Available scholarships

  • International Student Tuition Fee Rebate

    A tuition fee reduction of up to RM 12,000 is available at Taylor's University for students of all nationalities. To qualify for this discount, applicants must submit their official high school certificate during the application process.

Entry requirements

Master's: a bachelor's degree in a related field.

Typically IELTS 6 or equivalent (TOEFL / PTE). Some universities offer a preparatory English program if you haven't reached the score yet.

Exact requirements vary by program, and an English certificate such as IELTS or an equivalent may be required.

Career opportunities

  • Medical doctor
  • Dentist
  • Nurse
  • Allied health professional

Is this program right for you?

Send us your qualifications and we'll confirm your eligibility and next steps during your consultation.

No commitment required