Foundation In Science (Pharmaceutical Sciences)

University

UCSI University

Campus

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

Study level

Foundation

Field

Health and Medical Sciences

Discipline

Pharmaceutical Sciences

Duration

1 year

Study mode

Full-time

Qualification

Foundation In Science (Pharmaceutical Sciences)

Intakes

January, May, September

Tuition

Estimated total tuition: MYR 40,006 (estimate)

Entry requirements

Academic: CPU / MUFY: Minimum overall average of 65%, inclusive of Chemistry (65%), Mathematics (60%) and Biology/ Physics (60%)Academic: Other Year 11 Equivalent / HSC and other Year 12 Equivalent: Minimum 65% in Chemistry, Biology, Physics and MathematicsAcademic: SAM: Minimum overall average of 65%, inclusive of Chemistry (14B), Mathematics (13B) and Biology/ Physics (13B)Academic: WAEC / NECO: Minimum B’s in Chemistry, Biology, Physics and MathematicsEnglish: OtherEnglish: IELTS

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

Welcome to the rapid proliferation of technological advancements under the Fourth Industrial Revolution, where pharmacists have to be medicine experts, digitally-capable and good in communication skills so that they can counsel patients of the public to ensure optimal outcomes from the medicines or supplements consumed to relieve illness or maintain good health. Our Foundation in Science (Pharmacy) programme is designed to provide an integrated, seamless progression into the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) course. You will acquire a strong understanding of the relevant science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) subjects and be exposed early to pharmacy-specific content. Our professors take pride in imparting their priceless knowledge and skills to help you inculcate independent and critical thinking skills, which are vital for a research-intensive discipline like pharmacy. Enjoy

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

• January

  Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

• May

  Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

• September

  Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

• Academic

  CPU / MUFY: Minimum overall average of 65%, inclusive of Chemistry (65%), Mathematics (60%) and Biology/ Physics (60%)

  Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

• Academic

  Other Year 11 Equivalent / HSC and other Year 12 Equivalent: Minimum 65% in Chemistry, Biology, Physics and Mathematics

  Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

• Academic

  SAM: Minimum overall average of 65%, inclusive of Chemistry (14B), Mathematics (13B) and Biology/ Physics (13B)

  Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

• Academic

  SPM / O-Levels: Minimum 5B in Biology and Chemistry and Physic and Math (or Additional Math) and other one course at SPM level or equivalent.

  Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

• Academic

  WAEC / NECO: Minimum B’s in Chemistry, Biology, Physics and Mathematics

  Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

• English language

  English requirement: Candidates who scored lower than B+ in SPM English Language or than the above requirement will have to take the SE004 Basic English subject before taking the SE005 English Foundation subject in the foundation year.

  Other

  Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

• English language

  English requirement: Candidates with a minimum grade of A2 in UEC English Language, Band 2 in MUET, 30-31 in TOEFL, 4.0 in IELTS Academic, grade C in O-Level or IGCSE or SPM English 1119, grade B1 (with at least 2 skills at B1) in CEFR, 140 in Cambridge English Qualification, 140 in Cambridge Linguaskill, and 36 in Pearson Test are exempted from SE004 Basic English and SE005 English Foundation. Other equivalent qualification can be exempted on case-by-case basis.

  IELTS

  Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026