Master of Pharmacy (By Research)
Lincoln University College · Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
Apply Now📘 Program Overview
Master of Pharmacy (By Research) at Lincoln University College is a full-time postgraduate programme that focuses on advanced pharmacy knowledge and research-led learning across key areas such as interpreting investigations, decision-making across pre-clinical and approved stages, and applying new methods for formulation and analysis.
Students complete structured research and study components including Research Methodology, Computer Application, and a Master of Pharmacy Research Work covering topics such as pharmacological evaluation of herbal products, drug discovery and development, formulation and evaluation, isolation and separation of active compounds, and clinical pharmacy and pharmacy practice.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Research Methodology (MPR 101) to build study design and research capability
- Computer Application (MPR 102) for data handling and research workflows
- Research plan development aligned to the candidate’s chosen pharmacy research direction
- Master of Pharmacy Research Work (MPR 103)
- Pharmacological Evaluation of Herbal Products/Bioactives
- Synthesis of Derivatives and Analytical Method Development
- Formulation of Bioactives or Synthesized Products
- Isolation and Separation of Active Compounds from Herbal Origin
- Drug Discovery and Development
- Formulation of Dosage Form and Evaluation
- Clinical pharmacy and pharmacy practice
Curriculum
Master of Pharmacy (By Research) is organised around compulsory research-related courses (Research Methodology, Computer Application) and the Master of Pharmacy Research Work; the programme structure brochure does not publish credit hours or semester totals.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Compulsory research-related courses | Research Methodology | ||
| Computer Application | ||||
| Semester 2 | Master of Pharmacy research work (research component) | Master of Pharmacy Research Work | ||
| Total | Research Methodology, Computer Application, and Master of Pharmacy Research Work (research-based programme structure). | |||
Career outcomes
- You develop advanced pharmacy research capability through a full research-based Master of Pharmacy (By Research), preparing you for pharmacy research roles in laboratories and research settings.
- You can position yourself for roles across pharmaceutical industry and regulated environments by working across drug discovery, development, and formulation themes within your research work.
- You gain specialized, applied expertise that aligns with roles such as consultant pharmacist, and clinical pharmacy practice pathways in hospitals and medical centers.
- You build a research publication requirement into your progression (minimum two Scopus indexed articles with Lincoln affiliation), strengthening your profile for academic institutions and further research.
- Your training supports progression into professional academic work by preparing you to act as a clinical educator or clinical scientist in pharmacy-related fields.
Employability rate
Employability figures specific to Master of Pharmacy (By Research) graduates in Malaysia are not published on the university sources available for this build, so an official country-specific employability rate cannot be stated here.
Overall, this research-focused Master’s pathway is designed to strengthen your pharmacy research and publication profile for career entry into pharmaceutical industry, clinical pharmacy, academic institutions, and research laboratories in Malaysia.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree (Pharmacy or related field) | Applicants must have a Bachelor of Pharmacy (Level 6, Malaysian Qualifications Framework (MQF) or equivalent) or an equivalent qualification in a related field, with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 as accepted by the Senate of Lincoln University College. Alternatively, applicants with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 (and not achieving 2.75) may be admitted subject to rigorous internal assessment. If CGPA is below 2.50, applicants may be admitted subject to a minimum of 5 years of working experience in the relevant field. |
Language requirements
International students must provide proof of good proficiency in verbal and written English for the Master of Pharmacy (By Research) at Lincoln University College. If you do not meet the stated English requirement, the higher education provider must offer approved English proficiency courses to ensure your proficiency is sufficient for the programme.
IELTS Academic
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
💶 Fees & Funding
Proof of financial resources
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | Ongoing intake (year-round) |
|---|---|
| Application portal opens | N/A |
| Application deadline (final submit) | N/A |
| Application deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Recommended apply-by | N/A |
| Semester begins | N/A |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone | Ongoing intake (year-round) |
|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | Ongoing intake (year-round) |
|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) | N/A |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) | N/A |
| Language certificate deadline | N/A |
| Official transcripts deadline | N/A |
| Certified translations deadline | N/A |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline | N/A |
| Missing documents (if requested) | N/A |
📝 How to Apply
Prepare your eligibility and research fit
Review the programme entry requirements for international applicants, including the required pharmacy-related degree and CGPA or working-experience pathway. Identify your intended research topic area so you can discuss it during the application stage with the university. If you have not met the English proficiency requirement, plan for approved English proficiency support offered by the higher education provider.
Submit your online application to Lincoln University College
Complete the Lincoln University College online application form during the application period. Upload your required documents, including your academic transcripts and any required identification documents. Make sure your uploaded documents match the details in your passport and meet the submission format requirements.
Provide academic and research documentation for assessment
Submit any additional academic and research-related materials requested by the university for your application assessment. For research-based admission, prepare relevant information that supports your intended research work. The university will guide you if any item is missing or needs clarification.
Respond to university communication and proceed if admitted
After your application is reviewed, follow the university’s instructions for the next steps, including any requirement for English proficiency support if applicable. If you are offered admission, the university will support international student processing for your student pass through EMGS (Education Malaysia Global Services). Keep checking your email for requests and document updates until the process is completed.