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Bachelor of Pharmaceutical and Health Sciences
University of Nottingham Malaysia
- Semenyih, Malaysia
- 3 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
A degree in pharmaceutics, pharmaceutical chemistry and pharmacology.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights: yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational and applied knowledge of Pharmaceutical and Health Sciences. Strengthen scientific reasoning
- interpretation of research evidence
- and effective presentation of findings through the subjects described in the program curriculum. Specific practical competencies depend on the courses and options taken.
Career outcomes
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing manager
- formulation scientist
- analytical chemist
- quality control manager
- product specialist
- regulatory affairs associate
- research scientist
Curriculum
- Three years in pharmaceutical science. Year one covers pharmaceutical chemistry
- pharmaceutics
- physiology and genetics. Year two adds analysis
- biopharmaceutics
- industrial pharmacy and drug discovery. Year three covers advanced drug delivery
- medicinal chemistry
- a core industrial placement and a research project.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Varies by programme; e.g. A Level BBC (Computer Science
- Engineering)
- BCC (Psychology)
- BBB (Pharmacy); IB 24-30 points; STPM BBC+; UEC 5 B3s; Nottingham Foundation Programme average 50% (Pharmacy 65%)
Accepted academic background
Pre-university qualification (A Level, IB, STPM, UEC, Australian Year 12, OSSD, AP, Gaokao, Indian boards, Nottingham Foundation Programme); local diploma/foundation with GPA 3.0-3.5 for Year 2 or Year 1 entry at school discretion; programme-specific subjects (e.g. Mathematics, Additional Mathematics, Chemistry)
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in each element)
- TOEFL iBT 80 (tests to Jan 2026) or 4.5 with no less than 4.0 in each element (tests from Feb 2026)
- PTE Academic 65 (no less than 59 in each element)
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Passport Copy
How to apply
- Check the entry requirements and deadline for your programme on the programme and When to apply pages. Apply online through NottinghamHub; application fee RM424 including 6% SST
- non-refundable. Upload degree certificates
- transcripts
- passport or ID copy and English proof. Some programmes (for example pharmacy and certain postgraduate courses) may require an interview. Decision usually within two weeks; accept the offer online and pay the RM2
- 000 non-refundable deposit. Obtain student visa approval before entering Malaysia; processing can take up to two months.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | RM65,720 MYR |
|---|---|
| Application fee | RM424 MYR |
| Deposit | RM1,500 MYR |
Program details
| Campus | Semenyih Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Science and Engineering |
| Department | School of Pharmacy |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | _ |
| Scholarship note | High Achievers’ Scholarship for eligible new undergraduates, plus Dean’s Excellence Scholarship for eligible continuing students. ASEAN international applicants may also qualify for an ASEAN bursary; eligibility and award amounts vary. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3 years.
Tuition is RM65,720 MYR per year. The application fee is RM424 MYR. The deposit is RM1,500 MYR. The estimated living cost is RM17,700 MYR.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in each element), TOEFL iBT 80 (tests to Jan 2026) or 4.5 with no less than 4.0 in each element (tests from Feb 2026), PTE Academic 65 (no less than 59 in each element).