DIPLOMA IN PHARMACY

Course Description

The Diploma in Pharmacy is a structured 3-year programme designed to cultivate skilled pharmacy assistants and technicians. The primary objective of this programme is to furnish graduates with expertise and experience in the domain of pharmacy practice.

Course Training and Practical

By systematically incorporating training experience at hospitals, community pharmacies, health clinics, and the pharmaceutical industry, this programme meticulously prepares students for diverse challenges for their future careers. The comprehensive practical exposure gained at hospital settings refines their understanding of pharmacy practices while community pharmacies enhance their abilities in retail pharmaceutical services, and engagement in health clinics provides insights into primary healthcare dynamics.

Year 1

• Human Anatomy
• Introduction to Pharmaceutical Calculations
• Inorganic Chemistry
• Organic Chemistry
• Basic Pharmacology
• Introduction to Pharmacy Practice
• Physiology
• Microbiology
• Pharmaceutics of Liquid Dosage Forms
• Pharmaceutics of Semi Solid & Other Dosage Forms
• Pharmaceutical Analysis
• Compounding and Dispensing Behavioural Sciences

Year 2

• Pharmacology of CVS & respiratory systems
• Pharmacology of Systemic Diseases
• Pharmaceutics of Solid Dosage Forms
• Compounding of Solid & Semi Solid Products
• Community Pharmacy & Entrepreneurship
• Public Health in Pharmacy
• Pharmacology of Chemotherapeutics & Immunologic agents
• Pharmacology of Peripheral & CNS
• Sterile Pharmaceutics
• Hospital Pharmacy
• Occupational Safety & Health
• Basic Life Support & First Aid
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Year 3

• Hospital Pharmacy Training
• Industrial Training
• Research Methodology

STUDENTS’ REQUIREMENTS

Certificate

Any qualifications equivalent to Certificate (Level 3, MQF) in a relevant field with at least a CGPA of 2.00.

For International Students Only

International students are required to achieve a minimum score of 4.0 in IELTS or Band 2 in MUET or its equivalent.

* 3 YEARS Student Pass / Visa processing fee RM 4300.00 (Processing Fee RM 1,500.00+ EMGS Fee RM 2,800.00) NB: Fee is paid to EMGS (non-refundable) via University of Cyberjaya

* Passport-size photo (jpeg file, 217pixel X 280pixel, WHITE background – size 3.5cm X 4.5cm)

* Photocopy of passport (ALL pages including blank pages. Passport copy should be clear and printed on single-sided A4 paper).(Please ensure that your passport has a validity of at least 24 months from intake date)

*Certified true copies of all academic qualifications

* EMGS Health declaration form

* English Language Certificate – Proficiency in English is a prerequisite for admission. The minimum accepted English language test scores for the Student Pass application are IELTS 4.0 or equivalent. The accepted English language tests are:

• PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English)
• IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
• TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
• CAE (Cambridge English: Advanced)
• CPE (Cambridge English: Proficiency)
• MUET (Malaysian University English Test)

Other Important Documents

• English translations of all documents

* For applicants transferring from other institutions in Malaysia – A copy of Release Letter, including attendance & academic record and visa cancellation letter with an acknowledgement from EMGS/Immigration

* For applicants financed by scholarship/sponsorship/study loan – An original copy of Sponsorship letter

* For applicants graduating from high schools – A photocopy of School Leaving Certificate

* For applicants with names spelt differently in academic transcripts and documents – Statutory Declaration confirming the identity

* For applicants above 23 years old, required by the Malaysian Immigration Dept. -Resume/Character Reference Letter

* For applicants from Sudan – No Objection Certificate (NOC)

* For expatriates residing out of the country of origin – A photocopy of your Resident Pass