Diploma in Pharmacy
Lincoln University College · Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
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Quick Overview
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The Diploma in Pharmacy at Lincoln University College is a 3-year full-time programme that covers theoretical coursework, practical training, and internships to prepare students for pharmacy-related roles.
The programme includes taught course modules and industrial training (community, industrial, and hospital training), and graduation is awarded after completing all prescribed assessments within the approved duration.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- English (PHM 111) to build programme communication foundations
- Introduction to Pharmacy (PHP 112) to introduce pharmacy practice and professional roles
- Pharmaceutical Chemistry-I (PHP 113) and Life Sciences (PHH 114) to start core scientific principles
- Human Anatomy and Physiology (PHH 115) to prepare you for pharmacology and drug-related subjects
- Elective module (choose either Malaysian Studies or Malay Language Communication)
- Pharmaceutical Chemistry-II (PHP 121) and Pharmaceutics-I (PHP 122) to develop drug formulation knowledge
- Pharmacology-I (PHH 123) and Social Pharmacy (PHP 124) to connect medicines with patient and community needs
- Pharmaceutical Microbiology (PHH 231) and Biochemistry (PHH 232) to strengthen science underpinning drug use and quality
- Pharmaceutics-II (PHP 234) and Hospital Pharmacy (PHP 241) to expand dispensing and healthcare setting skills
- Pharmaceutics-III (PHP 242) and Pharmacology-II (PHH 236) to progress into advanced therapeutic knowledge
- Dispensing Practices (PHP 246) and Community Pharmacy (PHP 243) to build practical competence for pharmacy workflows
- Research Methodology (PHP 245) and Mathematics and Statistics (PHM 235) to support professional problem-solving and evidence-based practice
- Pharmacy Experiential Training I (PHP 351) and Pharmacy Experiential Training II (PHP 361) to develop hands-on professional readiness
Curriculum
Diploma in Pharmacy (ODL) at Lincoln University College. Credit hours are shown per module in the university programme subjects table; total programme credits are 104 credit hours.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Core modules | English (PHM 111) | 2 | 14 |
| Introduction to Pharmacy (PHP 112) | 2 | |||
| Pharmaceutical Chemistry-I (PHP 113) | 3 | |||
| Life Sciences (PHH 114) | 2 | |||
| Human Anatomy and Physiology (PHH 115) | 2 | |||
| Malaysian Studies 2 (MPU 2113) OR Malay Language Communication 2 (MPU 2153) | 3 | |||
| Semester 2 | Core modules | Pharmaceutical Chemistry –II (PHP 121) | 3 | 15 |
| Pharmaceutics-I (PHP 122) | 3 | |||
| Pharmacology-I (PHH 123) | 3 | |||
| Social Pharmacy (PHP 124) | 2 | |||
| Fundamental of Computers (PHM 125) | 2 | |||
| Creative Problem Solving (MPU2222) | 2 | |||
| Semester 3 | Core modules | Pharmaceutical Microbiology (PHH 231) | 3 | 16 |
| Biochemistry (PHH 232) | 2 | |||
| Community Pharmacy (PHP 233) | 2 | |||
| Pharmaceutics-II (PHP 234) | 4 | |||
| Mathematics and Statistics (PHM 235) | 2 | |||
| Pharmacology-II (PHH 236) | 3 | |||
| Semester 4 | Core modules | Constitution and Community (MPU 2332) | 2 | 16 |
| Hospital Pharmacy (PHP 241) | 4 | |||
| Pharmaceutics-III (PHP 242) | 3 | |||
| Pharmacy Law & Ethics (PHP 243) | 2 | |||
| Pharmacology III (PHH 244) | 3 | |||
| Research Methodology (PHP 245) | 2 | |||
| Semester 5 | Core modules | Dispensing Practices (PHP 246) | 2 | 17 |
| Co-Curriculum (MPU 2442) | 2 | |||
| Pharmacy Experiential Training I (PHP 351) | 13 | |||
| Semester 6 | Training modules | Pharmacy Experiential Training II (PHP 361) | 12 | 12 |
| Total | All taught subjects plus Pharmacy Experiential Training I & II | 104 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You gain job-ready pharmacy assistant skills across community pharmacy and hospital pharmacy settings through the programme’s pharmacy experiential training components.
- You build practical capability in dispensing and pharmacy operations, supported by modules such as Dispensing Practices and Hospital Pharmacy, which helps you work effectively in real pharmacy workflows.
- You develop strong foundations in drug-related sciences and medicines, giving you confidence for roles connected to pharmacy services, drug use, and drug distribution knowledge.
- You prepare for diverse pharmacy-linked employment areas described by the programme, including community practice, hospital settings, pharmaceutical industry, government health sector, laboratory services, and drug and food administration.
- You graduate as a diploma holder equipped to manage pharmacy affairs and support drug research, marketing, sales, and administration activities in relevant organisations.
Employability rate
Pharmacy-related diploma graduates in Malaysia typically see an employability rate of around 78% and an unemployment rate of about 22%, reflecting steady demand alongside competitive hiring for entry-level roles.
Overall, the outlook is comparatively stable when you match your training with available community pharmacy, hospital pharmacy, and industry support positions.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| School-leaving certificate (equivalent to SPM) and required subjects | International applicants must pass the Certificate of Education (SPM) with credit in any Mathematics or Science subject, and credit in two other subjects or their equivalent. The university also states that Bahasa Melayu must be passed. |
| Equivalency and admission eligibility for applicants educated outside Malaysia | Applicants with foreign qualifications may be considered if their qualifications are equivalent to the stated SPM credit requirements. International applicants are eligible to apply provided they meet the academic and English language requirements set by the university. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy and health sciences (background in science and mathematics subjects) | International entry is based on meeting the stated SPM credit requirements in Mathematics/Science and other subjects (or equivalents) as part of eligibility for the Diploma in Pharmacy. |
Language requirements
International applicants must demonstrate good proficiency in verbal and written English to study this programme. The university indicates IELTS (or an equivalent) as an example of acceptable English language evidence.
IELTS Academic
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
💶 Fees & Funding
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Not published |
Proof of financial resources
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | July - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A | N/A |
| Semester begins | N/A | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | July - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | January - Winter intake | July - Summer intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Prepare eligibility documents
Confirm you meet the Diploma in Pharmacy entry requirements for international applicants based on your school-leaving qualifications (or an equivalent). Gather your academic transcripts and your English proficiency evidence such as IELTS (or an equivalent). Prepare a passport copy and any required application details before you start your submission.
Apply through the university’s online application option
Submit your application online via the Lincoln University College website or complete the online application form. Ensure you provide all required documents, including proof of English proficiency for international students. If you are missing documents or need clarification, contact the admissions office through the university’s provided contact channel.
Follow intake-specific deadlines
Application deadlines vary by intake, and the university advises applicants to check the university’s latest information or contact the admissions office. Plan to submit early for the January, July, and October intakes. Keep your documents ready so you can respond quickly if admissions requests clarifications.