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Master's Degree · Pharmaceutical Sciences

Master Of Science (Pharmaceutical Sciences)

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.

Course at a glance

University
UCSI University
Campus
UCSI University (Kuala Lumpur, main campus), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Study level
Master's Degree
Field
Health and Medical Sciences
Discipline
Pharmaceutical Sciences
Duration
2 years
Study mode
Full-time
Qualification
Master Of Science (Pharmaceutical Sciences)
Intakes
February, September
Tuition
Estimated total tuition: MYR 72,337 (estimate)
Entry requirements
English: Other

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

About this course

The Master of Science (MSc) programme in Pharmaceutical Sciences at UCSI University is a multidisciplinary full research mode postgraduate degree. It is the first Master’s degree with specialisation in multidisciplinary areas of pharmaceutical sciences involving chemistry, medicinal chemistry, physiology, pharmacology, microbiology, pharmacokinetics, pharmaceutics and formulation science and pharmacogenomics, among others. Experts in the field of Pharmaceutical Sciences are much needed due to the growing demand in the pharmaceutical industry in Malaysia and internationally. UCSI’s researchers and supervisors are equipped with local and international research grants as well as the experience to mentor students in their research projects. They are also constantly engaging in ongoing professional development to ensure effective research supervision.

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 72,337Estimate

    Applies to: International students

    Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

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

  • English language

    English requirement: Applicants who are pursuing Bachelor’s degrees in other universities that use English as the medium of instruction may be exempted from taking English classes at UCSI University if the alma mater’s Registrar issues an official letter indicating so to the University. Applicants may be required to attend an interview, conducted by UCSI’s faculty experts, or sit for a written test before they are accepted for admission. Prior to the interview, applicants are also required to submit a research idea outline.

    Other

    Source: official website · retrieved 23 Sep 2026

Study guides

Quick answers about this course

When can I start Master Of Science (Pharmaceutical Sciences)?

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

How long does Master Of Science (Pharmaceutical Sciences) take?

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

How much does Master Of Science (Pharmaceutical Sciences) cost?

Estimated total tuition: MYR 72,337 (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: Other. 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.

Interested in this course?

A Zawqari advisor can answer your questions on WhatsApp. We aim to respond within about 30 minutes; this is not guaranteed.

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