Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)
University of Cyberjaya · Cyberjaya, Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: #951
Quick Overview
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The Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) programme at the University of Cyberjaya is a four-year course (8 semesters) that prepares students to become qualified and competent pharmacists, knowledgeable in all aspects related to drugs therapy, medicine and pharmaceutical care.
The programme includes practical training and placements, with students placed at hospitals and clinics under the Ministry of Health and Ministry of Defence for training and practical attachments, and opportunities to access community pharmacies and pharmaceutical industries during their studies.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Build core knowledge for pharmaceutical studies through foundational science and early pharmacy subjects.
- Develop laboratory and academic skills used throughout the programme and later clinical/practical learning.
- Study drug therapy, pharmaceutical care, and related pharmacy sciences in greater depth.
- Strengthen applied understanding through course work that supports later clinical and practical attachments.
- Integrate programme learning toward professional practice as a qualified and competent pharmacist.
- Complete the remaining structured components of the 8-semester Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) to meet the programme’s full requirements.
Career outcomes
- You train for pharmacist roles through a programme that prepares graduates to become qualified and competent pharmacists with knowledge across drugs therapy, medicine, and pharmaceutical care.
- You gain pharmacy-focused practical exposure aligned with professional outcomes, supporting pathways such as clinical pharmacist and retail pharmacist roles.
- You develop career-ready capability for industrial pharmacy work, including work related to medicine and pharmaceutical care in industry contexts.
- You complete a fully accredited 4-year (8-semester) degree, helping you build a recognised qualification for healthcare and pharmacy career progression.
Employability rate
Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) graduates typically face strong demand in Malaysia, with an estimated employability rate of around 82% and an unemployment rate of about 18%, depending on internship/attachment completion and registration pathways.
Together, these figures suggest a generally stable outlook for pharmacy careers in Malaysia when you meet programme completion requirements.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| International school-leaving / equivalent qualification | Admission for international applicants is based on meeting the minimum entry requirements for Bachelor of Pharmacy at the school-leaving level and/or an equivalent overseas qualification, as set by the Pharmacy Board of Malaysia. The university prospectus also states that admission for international students is subject to meeting the minimum English proficiency requirement for international students. |
| Minimum English proficiency (for international applicants) | The international applicant entry requirements include a minimum IELTS score (or equivalent) for English proficiency for entry to the Bachelor of Pharmacy programme. |
Module matching by study area
| Study area | Match possible? | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy and Health Sciences | Match |
Language requirements
For the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours), international applicants must meet the university English language requirement as published for the programme. If you do not meet the requirement at admission, check whether the university provides an accepted pathway or alternative English preparation option for international students.
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 120000 / total program |
Proof of financial resources
International applicants must be able to show sufficient funds to cover tuition and living costs for the duration of study. Prepare official financial documents as required in the university and Malaysia student-pass guidance.
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| 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 | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| VPD request - recommended | N/A |
| VPD result expected | N/A |
| APS - recommended | N/A |
| Start eligibility check | N/A |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone | September - Winter intake |
|---|---|
| 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
Submit your application
Submit an application through the University of Cyberjaya official application entry for the programme. Provide your personal details and select the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) option in the application form. Upload the required documents during the application process and submit within the published intake window.
Meet English and entry requirements
Before or during application, confirm that your academic qualification and English language proof meet the published international entry requirements. If you do not meet the English score requirement at the time of application, check whether the university provides an accepted alternative for international students. Ensure your documents are prepared in the format requested by the admissions process.