BACHELOR OF PHARMACY WITH HONOURS

Our Bachelor of Pharmacy with Honours programme which is accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) will give you the knowledge and practical skills you need to enter the pharmacy profession. Throughout this 4-year Bachelor of Pharmacy with Honours degree programme, you will be taught the fundamentals underpinning the use of medicine, including the physiology of the human body, the effects of medicines on human body and how medicines are developed and designed. You will become familiar with the professional aspects of pharmacy through a variety of placements with our extensive links with the pharmaceutical industry, hospitals, and community pharmacy. In the fourth year, you will develop your research skills by completing a research project under the supervision of a dedicated staff in your chosen pharmacy area. Throughout the programme, you will be trained in communication skill to ensure that you can communicate effectively with patients and other healthcare professionals. Your training will also include problem solving, decision making and developing the skills you need to adapt to any changes that may occur during your career.

Programme Structure

Career Opportunities

Community pharmacist

Industrial pharmacist

Hospital pharmacist

Research scientist

Pharmacologist

Product development scientist

Advantages

Quality

The Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) is designed in consultation with the Pharmacy Board Malaysia and a panel of local and international experts, resulting in a highly sought after curriculum that combines theoretical learning and practical sessions in hospitals and pharmaceutical laboratories.

Clinical Exposure

Students of the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) gain experience in our rather exhaustive list of panel of hospitals throughout Malaysia

Affordable

Tuition fees for the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) are kept at an affordable level, to ensure there are little barriers to a good quality education.

Recognition

The Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) is accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency and Ministry of Higher Education Malaysia and recognized by the Pharmacy Board Malaysia and Ministry of Health, Malaysia.

Awarded by
MAHSA University

The Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) is awarded by MAHSA University, a leader in Medical and Health Science Education in Malaysia

Entry Requirement

Higher School Certificate Level or its Equivalent (STPM and A-Level):

Grades BBB or ABC or AAC in 3 subjects:Biology and Chemistry and Physics or Mathematics with minimum grade B for chemistry.

General Certificate of Education Advanced (“A”) Levels:

Grades BBB or ABC or AAC in 3 subjects:Biology and Chemistry and Physics or Mathematics with minimum grade B for chemistry.

Matriculation:

Grades BBB or ABC or AAC in 3 subjects: Biology and Chemistry and Physics or Mathematics with minimum grade B for chemistry.

Pre-Medical/Pre-Pharmacy Programme or Foundations in Science :

Grades BBB or ABC or AAC in 3 subjects:Biology and Chemistry and Physics or Mathematics with minimum grade B for chemistry.
Provided the programme is not less than 1 year and completed in the same institution and Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) 5 Bs each in 5 subjects:Biology and Chemistry and Physics and Mathematics or Additional Mathematics and Another subject Or
General Certificate of Education Ordinary (“O”) levels 5 Bs each in 5 subjects: Biology and Chemistry and Physics and Mathematics or Additional Mathematics and another subject
Or Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) B4 each in 3 subjects: Biology and Chemistry and Physics and Advanced Mathematics

Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) :

B4 each in 5 subjects: Biology and Chemistry and Physics and Advanced Mathematics and Any other subject

Diploma :

Diploma in Pharmacy or Diploma in Health Sciences or equivalent CGPA 3.5 (out of 4.0) and
Provided the course is not less than 5 semesters or 2½ years and completed in the same institution and
Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) 2 Bs each in Chemistry and Biology/Physics/Maths and Credits in 3 other subjects including English

 

Degree :

Degree in Health or Medical or Pure or Applied Sciences CGPA 3.0 (out of 4.0)

International Qualifications :

A minimum of 30 points overall and
attained a minimum score of 5 each in 3 of the following subjects: Biology; and Chemistry; and Physics or Mathematics with a minimum of 2 at Higher Level (HL) and 1 at Standard Level

Monash University Foundation Pre-University Program (MUFY) or South Australian Matriculation (SAM) or Australian Matriculation (AUSMAT) :

Equivalent to an average of 75% for 3 subjects: Biology; and Chemistry; and Physics or Mathematics with minimum of 75% in chemistry

Canadian Pre-U (CPU)or Canadian International Matriculation program(CIMP) :

Equivalent to an average of 75% for 3 subjects:Biology; and Chemistry; and Physics or Mathematics with minimum of 75% in chemistry

All other international qualification :

Equivalent to an average of 75% for 3 subjects: Biology; and Chemistry; and Physics or Mathematics with minimum of 75% in chemistry

Other equivalent qualifications :

English Proficiency: Band 3 in MUET / Score 550 TOEFL or Band 6.0 IELTS with min. Band 5.5 in each skill Writing, Reading, Listening or Speaking (WRLS)
 

STUDENT PASS / VISA REQUIREMENTS (INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS)

All international students who plan to study full-time in Malaysia are required to obtain a Student Pass (Student Visa) before starting their studies.

• You must receive an official Offer Letter from the university before applying for a student pass

• The university will submit your Student Pass application through Education Malaysia Global Services (EMGS) on your behalf

• A Visa Approval Letter (VAL / eVAL) is required before travelling to Malaysia

• Studying on a tourist or social visit visa is not permitted

• Your passport must be valid for at least 18 months from your intended intake date

• Visa processing time depends on EMGS and Malaysian Immigration approval

• After arriving in Malaysia, all students must complete a medical check-up at an EMGS-registered clinic

• Your Student Pass will be issued only after medical clearance and document verification

• Continuing students must renew their Student Pass before it expires

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR STUDENT PASS APPLICATION

The following documents are commonly required for all international students:

• Valid passport (clear scanned copy of all pages, including blank pages)

• Passport-size photograph with a white background

• Official Offer Letter from the university

• Academic certificates and transcripts related to your programme

• English language proficiency certificate (IELTS / TOEFL or equivalent), if required

• Proof of acceptance or tuition fee payment (if requested by the university)

• Student Pass / Visa processing fee as determined by EMGS

• Completed EMGS Health Declaration Form (if applicable)

Please note: All documents not originally in English must be submitted together with certified English translations.

ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS (IF APPLICABLE)

Some students may be asked to provide extra documents depending on their situation:

• Release Letter and Visa Cancellation Letter (for students transferring from another institution in Malaysia)

• School Leaving Certificate (for foundation or diploma applicants)

• Sponsorship or Scholarship Letter (if your studies are funded)

• Proof of financial support to cover tuition fees and living expenses

• Statutory Declaration (if there are name differences across documents)

• Resume or Character Reference Letter (commonly required for applicants above 23 years old)

• Police Clearance Certificate (if requested by EMGS or embassy authorities)

• Copy of previous Malaysian visa or Resident Pass (if applicable)

AFTER ARRIVING IN MALAYSIA

Once you arrive in Malaysia, you will need to:

• Complete a medical examination at an EMGS-approved clinic

• Submit your passport for Student Pass Endorsement

• Receive a temporary Special Pass (if applicable) while your Student Pass is being processed

• Collect your Student Pass and complete university registration

IMPORTANT REMINDERS

• Student Pass requirements are set by Malaysian Immigration and EMGS and may vary by nationality
• The university’s International Office will guide you through each step of the process
• Students are strongly advised to prepare documents at least 2–3 months before intake
• Requirements may change, so always follow the latest instructions provided by the university