Diploma · Pharmacy

Diploma In Pharmacy

at UCSI University

UCSI University (Kuala Lumpur, main campus), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur

Details last verified 24 Sep 2026. The source and date of each figure are shown beside it.

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Course at a glance

University: UCSI University
Campus: UCSI University (Kuala Lumpur, main campus), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Study level: Diploma
Field: Health and Medical Sciences
Discipline: Pharmacy
Duration: 2.5 years
Study mode: Full-time
Qualification: Diploma In Pharmacy
Intakes: February, September
Tuition: Estimated total tuition: MYR 81,452 (estimate)
Entry requirements: Academic: Certificate: A Certificate (Level 3, MQF) in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, or its equivalent.Academic: Equivalent Courses: Case-by-case basis.Academic: Polytechnic/Certificate Equivalents: Minimum CGPA 2.0Academic: SKM: A pass in Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM) (Level 3, MQF) in a related ﬁeld (health science related) and possess SPM with one (1) credit.Academic: UEC: Minimum grade B in 3 subjects, inclusive of Mathematics and 1 science subject.English: Certified Intensive English Programme (CIEP) by ELS · minimum score 106English: IELTS Academic · minimum score 4English: MUET · minimum score 3English: PM English language 1119/ O-Levels English/ IGCSEEnglish: SPM English LanguageEnglish: UEC English Language

Details last updated 24 Sep 2026. Each figure is explained, with its source, in the sections below.

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About this course

The Diploma in Pharmacy programme provides students with the skills and knowledge needed to contribute eﬀectively to the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries as pharmacy assistants and technicians. The programme aims to strengthen the nation’s need for competent and qualiﬁed pharmacy support staﬀ in the healthcare sector by educating students on various aspects of pharmaceutics, pharmacy practices, communication skills, healthcare management and entrepreneurship and includes attachments in hospital, community, and industrial settings.

How this course fits

Other study levels of Pharmacy at UCSI University

Bachelor's Degree: Bachelor Of Pharmacy With Honours
Master's Degree: Master Of Clinical Pharmacy Practice

Fees

Estimated total tuition
Approximate total fees. UCSI states this is estimated (visa/admin costs vary by country); a 6% service tax applies to non-Malaysian citizens effective 1 July 2025.
MYR 81,452Estimate
Applies to: International students
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

Fees for this course
Fee	Amount	Applies to
Estimated total tuitionApproximate total fees. UCSI states this is estimated (visa/admin costs vary by country); a 6% service tax applies to non-Malaysian citizens effective 1 July 2025. Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026	MYR 81,452Estimate	International students

Fees are set by the university and can change. Check the source and date beside each figure.

Intakes

February
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
September
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

Entry requirements

Academic
Certificate: A Certificate (Level 3, MQF) in a related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.00, or its equivalent.
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
Equivalent Courses: Case-by-case basis.
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
Matriculation: CGPA of 2.0 and above with minimum Grade E in Mathematics, one science subject (Biology / Chemistry / Physics / General Science) and one other subject.
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
Other qualifications deemed equivalent to SPM/O-Levels by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency: Aggregate 50% inclusive of Mathematics, one science subject and one other subject.
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
Polytechnic/Certificate Equivalents: Minimum CGPA 2.0
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
SKM: A pass in Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM) (Level 3, MQF) in a related ﬁeld (health science related) and possess SPM with one (1) credit.
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
SPM /O-Levels: Completed Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject (Biology / Chemistry / Physics / General Science) and one any other subject, or its equivalent.
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
STAM: Completed Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM) with a minimum grade of Maqbul, or its equivalent; and completed SPM with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject (Biology / Chemistry / Physics / General Science) and one any other subject, or its equivalent.
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
STPM: Completed Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) with a minimum of Grade C (GP2.00) in any subject, or its equivalent; and completed SPM with three (3) credits in Mathematics, one science subject (Biology / Chemistry / Physics / General Science) and one any other subject, or its equivalent.
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
Academic
UEC: Minimum grade B in 3 subjects, inclusive of Mathematics and 1 science subject.
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for Malaysian students: Certified Intensive English Programme (CIEP) by ELS 106
Certified Intensive English Programme (CIEP) by ELS · minimum score 106
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for Malaysian students: IELTS Academic 4.0
IELTS Academic · minimum score 4
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for Malaysian students: MUET Band 3
MUET · minimum score 3
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for Malaysian students: PM English language 1119/ O-Levels English/ IGCSE Grade C
PM English language 1119/ O-Levels English/ IGCSE
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for Malaysian students: SPM English Language Grade B+
SPM English Language
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026
English language
English requirement for Malaysian students: UEC English Language Grade A2
UEC English Language
Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

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Quick answers about this course

When can I start Diploma In Pharmacy?

Intakes stored for this course: February and September. Intakes can change, so confirm the date before you apply.

How long does Diploma In Pharmacy take?

2.5 years, full-time, as stored for this course.

How much does Diploma In Pharmacy cost?

Estimated total tuition: MYR 81,452 (estimate). Fees are set by the university and can change; the Fees section gives the source and the date of each figure.

What English score do I need?

Stored for this course: Certified Intensive English Programme (CIEP) by ELS, minimum score 106; IELTS Academic, minimum score 4; MUET, minimum score 3; PM English language 1119/ O-Levels English/ IGCSE; SPM English Language; UEC English Language. The Entry requirements section has the full wording.

Where is it taught?

UCSI University (Kuala Lumpur, main campus), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur.

How do I apply, and which documents are needed?

The Entry requirements section on this page lists what the university has stated. You can also ask a Zawqari advisor on WhatsApp.

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