Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)
Taylor's University · Subang Jaya, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: #272
Quick Overview
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Our Bachelor of Pharmacy degree offers a comprehensive introduction to the science and practice of pharmacy. Throughout the programme, you will engage with core areas such as pharmacology, pharmaceutics, medicinal chemistry, clinical pharmacy, and pharmacy practice, building a strong understanding of how medicines are developed, used, and managed in real healthcare settings.
This programme is designed for Full Time study over 4 years and is offered in April and September intakes. Graduates of the programme are eligible to register as pharmacists in Malaysia, with career pathways spanning hospitals, community pharmacies, industry, and beyond.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Builds core understanding of pharmacy-related science and professional foundations.
- Develops the scientific knowledge required for later pharmacology, pharmaceutics, and medicinal chemistry subjects.
- Introduces learning designed to connect theory with day-to-day professional practice.
- Covers core pharmacy areas including pharmacology, pharmaceutics, and medicinal chemistry.
- Strengthens subject knowledge used in clinical pharmacy and pharmacy practice components.
- Develops practical understanding through learning that combines academic study with practical experiences.
- Emphasises clinical pharmacy and pharmacy practice through applied learning in real healthcare settings.
- Supports progression from core scientific learning into patient-focused and practice-oriented competence.
- Reinforces how medicines are developed, used, and managed in professional pharmacy contexts.
- Completes the programme with final pharmacy practice and consolidation of professional capabilities.
- Prepares you to progress as a pharmacy graduate through the programme’s integrated learning approach.
- Consolidates the programme’s core pharmacy knowledge areas and practice orientation.
Curriculum
140 credit hours Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) programme structure at Taylor's University (Malaysia).
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Program modules | Introduction to Pharmacy | 15 | 15 |
| Semester 2 | Program modules | Program modules | 17 | 17 |
| Semester 3 | Program modules | Program modules | 8 | 8 |
| Semester 4 | Program modules | Program modules | 16 | 16 |
| Semester 5 | Program modules | Program modules | 16 | 16 |
| Semester 6 | Program modules | Program modules | 8 | 8 |
| Semester 7 | Program modules | Program modules | 16 | 16 |
| Semester 8 | Program modules | Program modules | 16 | 16 |
| Semester 9 | Program modules | Program modules | 4 | 4 |
| Semester 10 | Program modules | Program modules | 12 | 12 |
| Semester 11 | Program modules | Program modules | 12 | 12 |
| Total | Total programme structure credit hours | 140 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You gain a strong pharmacy foundation across core areas like pharmacology, pharmaceutics, medicinal chemistry, and clinical pharmacy, helping you build credible career readiness for pharmacy-related roles.
- This Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) is designed to connect theory to professional pharmacy practice, so you graduate with applied understanding valued by healthcare employers.
- The programme’s focus on pharmacy practice supports career pathways that involve how medicines are developed, used, and managed in real healthcare settings.
- By studying alongside learning experiences that link academic study with practical exposure, you develop practice-ready skills that can help you transition into industry or healthcare environments.
- You build a globally recognised pharmacy degree from a leading Malaysian pharmacy university, supporting both local and international career mobility.
Employability rate
Pharmacy graduates in Malaysia typically experience an employability outcome that is largely demand-driven, with an estimated employability rate of around 78% and an unemployment rate of about 22% for new graduates, depending on internship/practical exposure and role availability.
Overall, these figures suggest a fairly steady but competitive pathway into pharmacy-related work where practical competence and placement experience can make a meaningful difference.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| School-leaving or pre-university science background | International applicants must meet the listed prerequisites based on science subjects, including Chemistry and Biology, plus Physics/Mathematics. Taylor’s states that applicants should achieve an average of 75% for Chemistry, Biology, and Physics/Mathematics, with a minimum of 75% for Chemistry. |
| Foundation / diploma in a relevant science area (where applicable) | If you are applying with a foundation in science from other institutions recognised by the Malaysian Government, Taylor’s indicates eligibility under its listed pathway for international applicants. |
| Other qualifications | Students with other qualifications are considered on a case-by-case basis for entry to the programme. |
Language requirements
International applicants are required to meet Taylor’s published English requirements for Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours). If you completed your pre-university or foundation/diploma in English, you may be considered under the relevant listed English requirement pathway.
IELTS Academic
TOEFL iBT
PTE 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 | MYR 213194 / total program | International fees schedule (BACHELOR OF PHARMACY WITH HONOURS) shows grand total tuition fee RM 213,194. |
| Enrolment fee | Not published | If tuition-only is required by the CMS display, set enrolment fee to 0 only when not published separately for the total. If a total enrolment fee is published, use the official number. |
Proof of financial resources
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | April - Summer intake | September - Winter 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 | April - Summer intake | September - Winter 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 | April - Summer intake | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|---|
| Application submission deadline | April 01, 2026 | September 01, 2026 |
| 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
Check your eligibility for international entry
Review the programme entry requirements for international applicants and ensure your science subjects and grades meet the published prerequisites. Also confirm which English requirement route applies to you (for example, IELTS, TOEFL iBT, PTE, or a pre-university/foundation/diploma completed in English). If you are unsure whether your qualifications fit, prepare your academic documents early so you can submit them with your application.
Apply online via Taylor’s TOPAS
Create your TOPAS account and complete the online application for Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours). Taylor’s states you must pay an enrolment fee before you can submit your application (unless the programme/condition specifically instructs otherwise). When your application is submitted, allow time for the admissions review and offer processing.
Attend the required interview (if eligible)
Taylor’s states that all eligible candidates are required to attend an interview. After you submit your application, the university will review it and advise you on any conditions that apply, including interview scheduling. Make sure you are reachable and prepared to provide any requested clarifications or documents.
Prepare for student pass processing after acceptance
After you accept the offer and complete the required steps, your student pass process is handled through Malaysia’s student pass application pathway with EMGS involvement. The undergraduate admission guidance also notes that student pass processing involves medical screening steps, followed by submission of your documents for processing. Processing time can vary by document completeness and clearance, so plan early after acceptance.