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Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Pharmaceutical Chemistry
(R3/442/6/0003)(01/28) (MQA/A8229)
Commencement
Feb, Apr, Jul & Sep
Degree/Duration
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Pharmaceutical Chemistry (IMU):
3 years
Degree from Partner Universities:
3 – 5 years
Lead the Way in Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Welcome to a journey of lifelong discovery, we present you to the best of two unique worlds to unlock the possibilities of pharmaceutical sciences and applied chemistry. Be in the frontline of medical breakthroughs through our first-of-its-kind degree.
Our holistic curriculum provides rigorous study in data analytics, pharmaceutical engineering, and biotechnology that equips graduates to make a difference within Malaysia and beyond.
Why Study Pharmaceutical Chemistry at IMU?
01
An Established Private Healthcare University
IMU is Malaysia’s first and most established private medical and healthcare university with over 30 years of dedicated focus in healthcare education. The IMU is placed under the Competitive (Berdaya Saing) category under SETARA 2022 for the third consecutive year.
02
Build Your Future Healthcare Professional Network
As IMU offers the widest range of healthcare programmes, our students are fully immersed in a vibrant community of students and practitioners from a variety of healthcare fields. This allows for the development of strong friendship amongst peers that will be the foundation of an extensive healthcare professional network upon graduation.
03
Curriculum Benchmarked to International Standards
IMU’s Pharmaceutical Chemistry curriculum has been developed to meet high international standards and is accepted by University of Sydney for credit exemption in their 2-year Master of Pharmacy programme and credit transfer to University of Dundee. The IMU Pharmaceutical Chemistry programme is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC), United Kingdom, the world’s leading chemistry community and professional body, which advances excellence in the chemical sciences.
04
First Malaysian University Offering this Undergraduate Programme
IMU is the first university in Malaysia that provides a complete and specialised undergraduate training in pharmaceutical chemistry. The programme is accredited by Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and recognised by Institut Kimia Malaysia (IKM). Graduates of this programme is eligible to register as a Chemist with IKM.
05
Better Preparation to Become Chemists in the Pharmaceutical Industry and Other Related Industries
With exposure to industrial attachment for 16 weeks, students will gain valuable industrial experience and develop their professional network, giving the graduates an advantage in their careers.
Entry Requirements
Pre-University Examination
Requirements
Examinations
Requirements
A-Levels
CCD (including 1 Science subject /
Mathematics and minimum
C in Chemistry)
STPM
CC (including Chemistry and
1 Science subject / Mathematics)
Australian
Matriculation
ATAR 75
(minimum 60% in Chemistry)
NCEA Level 3
60% aggregate
(minimum 60% in Chemistry)
Canadian
Grade 12/13
70% aggregate in 6 subjects
(minimum 70% in Chemistry)
Unified Examination
Certificate (UEC)
B in 5 subjects (including 1 Science
subject / Mathematics and
minimum B4 in Chemistry)
Australian University
Foundation Programmes
70% aggregate in 4 best subjects
(minimum 60% in Chemistry)
Indian Pre-University
Average of 70%
(minimum 60% in Chemistry)
Ministry of Education
Matriculation #
cGPA 2.50 (including Chemistry
and 1 Science subject)
International
Baccalaureate (IB)
26 points (Chemistry and 1 Science
subject / Mathematics at the Higher
Level (HL) with minimum 3 points in Chemistry)
American High
School Diploma with
Advanced Placement (AP)
cGPA 2.70 (Including Chemistry
or Mathematics must be AP courses)
Foundation
Studies #
IMU Foundation in Science or equivalent
cGPA 2.00 or 50% (including Chemistry)
Degree
BSc in related field:
cGPA 2.00
Diploma
Diploma in Science / Diploma in Microbiology
– Overall cGPA 2.00 (with a cGPA 2.50 in
2 subjects including Chemistry and 1 Science subject / Mathematics)
Diploma in related field – cGPA 2.00
# The duration of this programme must be a minimum of 1 year in the same accredited institution and foundation in other disciplines are accepted.
CCD
including
1 Science subject / Mathematics and
minimum C in Chemistry
cGPA 2.70
including Chemistry or Mathematics must be AP courses
ATAR 75
minimum 60% in Chemistry
70% aggregate in 4 best subjects
minimum 60% in Chemistry
70% aggregate in 6 subjects
minimum 70% in Chemistry
BSc in related field
cGPA 2.00
Diploma in Science / Diploma in Microbiology
Overall cGPA 2.00 (with a cGPA 2.50 in 2 subjects including Chemistry and 1 Science subject / Mathematics)
Diploma in related field – cGPA 2.00
IMU Foundation in Science or equivalent
cGPA 2.00 or 50% (including Chemistry)
Average of 70%
minimum 60% in Chemistry
26 points
Chemistry and
1 Science subject / Mathematics at the Higher Level (HL) with minimum 3 points in Chemistry
cGPA 2.50
including
Chemistry and
1 Science subject
60% aggregate
minimum 60% in Chemistry
CC
including
Chemistry and
1 Science subject / Mathematics
B in 5 subjects
including
1 Science subject / Mathematics and
minimum B4 in Chemistry
English Language Examination
Requirements
Examinations
Requirements
MUET**
Band score of 3; or
(For Malaysian students)
IELTS**
Overall band score of 5.5; or
TOEFL iBT**
Overall score of 46 / Scale score of 3.5; or
Cambridge English :
Advanced (CAE)**
Overall score of 162; or
Cambridge English :
Proficiency (CPE)**
Overall score of 162; or
Cambridge
Linguaskill**
Overall score of 160; or
Pearson Test
of English (PTE)**
Overall score of 51; or
Credit Transfer
IELTS Overall band score of 7.0
Overall band score of 162
Overall band score of 162
Overall band score of 160
Overall band score of 5.5
Band score of 3
(For Malaysian students)
Overall band score of 51
Overall score of 46 / Scale score of 3.5
The following categories of students* are exempted from the English requirements:
Students who graduated from other institutions where the curriculum is delivered in English Language for example:
Advanced Levels / Australian Matriculation / Australian University Foundation Year / Canadian Matriculation / International Baccalaureate / Foundation in Science / Other Pre-University Programmes from Local Higher Education Institutions
*ONLY applicable to those who are completing the entire degree at IMU, Malaysia.
**Applicable to IMU local degree only.
Credit Transfer Language Requirements
Requirements
IELTS Overall band score of 7.0
Note: Please note that achieving the minimum Entry and English requirements as stated does not guarantee you admission into any of IMU’s programmes. Please refer to our Student Admissions Policy for more information.
Programme Structure
Semester
01
Basic Mathematics and Statistics
Biological Science
General Chemistry
Human Biology
Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry I
General Pharmacology
MPU-U2 (Academic Communication)
Semester
02
Environmental Chemistry & Toxicology
Ethics & Laboratory Safety
Cosmeceuticals
Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry II
Data Analytics I
Formulation Science
Semester
03
Basic and Applied Microbiology
Data Analytics II
Pharmaceutical Analysis I
Pharmaceutics I
Pharmacognosy & Phytochemistry
Synthetic Organic Chemistry
Semester
04
Inorganic Chemistry
Medicinal Chemistry
Pharmaceutical Analysis II
Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
Pharmaceutics II
Polymer Chemistry
MPU-U4 (Social Responsibility)
Semester
05
Heterocyclic Chemistry
Pharmaceutical Analysis III
Pharmaceutical Engineering
Pharmaceutics III
Pharmacokinetics
Physical Chemistry
Semester
06
Internship
Short Semester
07
Entrepreneurship
Research Methodology
Research Project
Semester
08
MPU-U1
MPU-U3
Curriculum is reviewed periodically and subject to change.
Compulsory MPU subjects
Every student must pass all five modules as a prerequisite for the awarding of the degree under the Private Higher Educational Institutions Act 1996.
Malaysian Student
International Student
Philosophy and Current Issues
Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban
Academic Writing / Bahasa Kebangsaan A*
Integrity and Anti-Corruption
Social Responsibility
Philosophy and Current Issues
Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
Academic Communication / Writing
Integrity and Anti-Corruption
Social Responsibility
*Malaysian students without a credit in SPM Bahasa Melayu will be required to undertake Bahasa Kebangsaan A* module.
These current modules for 2026 are delivered in either Malay or English, and are assessed either solely through coursework or through a combination of coursework and examinations, depending on the specific module.
Fee Structure
Fee
Malaysian Student (RM)
International Student (RM)
Application Fee
150
500
Registration Fee
950
2,500
International Student Admin Fee
–
2,500
Refundable Caution Deposit
1,000
1,000
Student Association Fees (per semester)
60
60
Application fee is payable upon submission of application.
Registration fee and refundable caution deposit are payable upon acceptance of the offer letter issued by the IMU Admissions Office.
International students will need to pay a Student Visa Administration Fee of up to RM3,500 (depending on nationality) and a personal bond fee when they register. There’s also an annual Student Visa Renewal Fee that applies each year.
All tuition and ancillary fees are subject to annual increases, currency exchange rates, and exclusive of levy and bridging fees (if any).
Application fee and Registration fee is nonrefundable.
All students who are applying for the National Higher Education Fund (NHEF) loans are required to pay their semester fees in FULL by the due date stated in the invoice.
At IMU University
Estimated Tuition Fees
at Partner University
Malaysian Student
Tuition Fees
International Student
Tuition Fees
Bachelor of Science (Hons) in
6 semesters, 3 years
6 semesters, 3 years
–
Pharmaceutical Chemistry (IMU)
RM22,950 per semester
RM24,200 per semester
–
Total Duration: 3 years
RM137,700
RM145,200
Credit Transfer to
2 semesters, 1 year
2 semesters, 1 year
4 semesters, 2 years
University of Dundee
RM22,950 per semester
RM24,200 per semester
£28,200 per year
(Undergraduate Degree)
Total Duration: 3* years
RM45,900
RM48,400
Credit Transfer to
2 semesters, 1 year
2 semesters, 1 year
6 semesters, 3 years
University of Dundee
RM22,950 per semester
RM24,200 per semester
(2 years BSc + 1 year MSc)
(Undergraduate +
Postgraduate degrees)
£28,200 (BSc) per year
Total Duration: 4* years
RM45,900
RM48,400
GBP 16,995 –
GBP 28,750 (MSc) per year
Credit Transfer to
6 semesters, 3 years
6 semesters, 3 years
4 semesters, 2 years
The University of Sydney
RM22,950 per semester
RM24,200 per semester
AUD 61,700 per year
Master of Pharmacy
Total Duration: 5 years
RM137,700
RM145,200
Credit Transfer to
3 semesters, 1.5 years
3 semesters, 1.5 years
3 semesters, 1.5 years
University of Otago (PC2 cohorts only)
RM22,950 per semester
RM24,200 per semester
NZD 43,785 per year
Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science
Total Duration: 3 years
RM68,850
RM72,600
Credit Transfer to
4 semesters, 2 years
4 semesters, 2 years
4 semesters, 2 years
University of Strathclyde
RM22,950 per semester
RM24,200 per semester
£29, 350 per year
(Undergraduate Degree)
Total Duration: 4 years
RM91,800
RM96,800
Credit Transfer to
4 semesters, 2 years
4 semesters, 2 years
7 semesters, 3 years
University of Strathclyde
RM22,950 per semester
RM24,200 per semester
(2 years BSc + 1 year MSc)
(Undergraduate +
Postgraduate degrees)
£29, 350 (BSc) per year
Total Duration: 5 years
RM91,800
RM96,800
£34,100 (MSc) per year
Credit Transfer to
4 semesters, 2 years
4 semesters, 2 years
6 semesters, 3 years
University of Strathclyde
RM22,950 per semester
RM24,200 per semester
£29,350 per year
(Integrated Masters degree)
Total Duration: 5 years
RM91,800
RM96,800
*It is compulsory to complete the one-year IMU Foundation in Science prior to embarking on this pathway.
All listed fees are exclusive of the 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST), which will be applied to all international students where applicable.
Get All The Facts About Our Programme
Explore in-depth information on our programme, including intake dates, curriculum, partner universities, career pathways, and admissions requirements.
Meet Our Partner Universities
Our Industrial Partners
The curriculum structure is constantly updated to meet the ever-changing industries’ needs and includes research-led teaching to deliver evidence-based knowledge and practice in the industry. Students will have the opportunity to undergo industrial training in the related sectors in their final semester. They will also be able to collaborate with industry or/and researcher in realted project in their final year.
Our academic members are highly qualified and experienced in different disciplines. The academic community of IMU pursues and achieves excellence in a wide range of research activities.
Within the course, I was able to build a strong foundational understanding of Pharmaceutics, Pharmaceutical Analysis and Physical/Inorganic/Organic Chemistry modules that enable me to utilise in the working environment today. The theoretical and practical exposure on both pharmaceutical and chemistry during my degree assisted me to understand my task even better.
Chm Annie Grace Pravena Peter
Alumna
I think that the Pharmaceutical Chemistry programme lays the perfect foundation for probably any career line you wish to pursue in the field of pharmaceuticals, be it as a pharmacist, a chemist or a sales representative. While being primarily a chemistry-based degree, it still provided glimpses, sometimes very elaborate, on the multifaceted pharmaceutical industry.
Marie Emilie Leiticia Hovah
Alumni
The Pharmaceutical Chemistry programme has equipped me with fundamental knowledge, practical skills as well as soft skills such as multi-tasking and stress management.
Rayce Lim
Alumni
I have been fortunate to be offered a position in the In-Licensing Department of Duopharma Innovation Sdn Bhd for my internship. After my internship, I managed to secure a working position in the Analytical Department of the same company, in which I have a great interest in.
Tan Ching Yee
Alumna
I was able to cope with my tasks at work and I believe one of the most important reasons is the basic knowledge that I learnt during my Pharmaceutical Chemistry degree. I am very grateful for the diversified modules in my degree programme which prepares me with wide knowledge to cater for more opportunities.
Zhang Yuxin
Alumni
Frequently Asked Questions
You will need to prepare the following documents for your application:
Verified copies of your academic qualifications
Evidence of English language proficiency
A copy of your MyKad or the identification page of your passport
These supporting documents needs to be attached electronically to your application. Please note that all of our programmes require payment of a non-refundable application fee after the application has been submitted. Application will only be processed once the payment for application fee has been made.
We wish you all the best with your application, and hope we will be welcoming you into one of our programmes soon!
Pharmaceutical Chemistry is the combination of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Applied Chemistry. The programme is accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and Royal Society of Chemistry, UK. The programme is recognised by the Malaysian Institute of Chemistry (Institut Kimia Malaysia, IKM). In this programme, the students will learn about manufacturing pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations (tablets, capsules, injections, ointments, creams, lotions, syrups, vaccines, sera, etc.), design, synthesis and analysis of chemical compounds including medicines and learn how the medicines work in the body. Students will also learn how to develop entrepreneurship skills and transferable skills through the integrated curriculum approaches.
All the students are eligible to register with the Malaysian Institute of Chemistry (Institut Kimia Malaysia, IKM) to become a Registered Chemist, with the title of ChM. Institut Kimia Malaysia is a statutory professional organisation incorporated under the Chemists Act 1975 on 1 November 1977. The Chemists Act 1975 gave recognition to the professional practice of chemistry in Malaysia.Under the Chemists Act 1975, only registered chemists of Institut Kimia Malaysia (IKM) shall enjoy the following power and privileges:
Practice or hold himself out as a registered chemists or as a person of any other like description.
Advertise by any means or in any manner as being engaged in the practice as a registered chemist.
Adopt, use, or exhibit the term “registered chemist” or its equivalent in any other language or any other term of like description in such circumstances as to indicate or to be likely to lead persons to refer that he is a registered chemist.
Sign or certify any report or certificate of analysis intended for the public. Reference: https://ikm.org.my/about-ikm/power-and-privileges/
IKM registered chemists is required in accredited laboratories as the approved signatory to certify reports of analysis. This makes you eligible to work in any industry that involves the manufacturing of pharmaceuticals, cosmetics and personal care, food and beverages, plant products, biotechnology, and consumer products.
Many companies have the units of quality analysis and assurance. A chemist is competent to work in these units.
Analytical instrument vendors require the application scientists whose main job is to explain the applications of these instruments. A chemist is competent to work in analytical instrument companies or analytical instrument suppliers as application chemist/application engineer/product specialist.
The BSc. (Hons.) in Pharmaceutical Chemistry graduates do not require a provisional registration to work in any industry. The degree also allows you to work in any country. Nevertheless, having ‘registered chemist’ status would add value to your career.
By becoming a member of the professional bodies such as the Royal Society of Chemistry and American Chemical Society, chemists will be able to connect with chemistry professionals from all over the world, access tools and resource to advance their career as well as find the opportunity stay at the forefront of their profession.
Chemistry professional organisations also offer several professional designations/registers– each for a specific career stage or type; such professional recognitions include ‘Chartered Chemist ‘and ‘Qualified Person (QP) in Pharmaceutical Industry’.
Chartered Chemist is one of the highest recognitions for chemist. It is awarded as recognition on their well-developed skills, knowledge, and professionalism within the chemical sciences. There are high standards of requirements and Professional Attributes for one to be awarded as a Chartered Chemist.
Current scenario in the pharmaceutical/cosmetic/biotechnology/food product/plant products industries:
Increasing awareness in development of green chemistry products and processes
Growth in the development of generic drugs, cosmetics, biotechnology products, nutritional supplements, plant-based medicines
Enhancing R&D capabilities to develop novel and higher value-added products locally in Malaysia and overseas
Incentives to increase investments and collaborations between public and private corporations in biopharmaceuticals, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), herbal medicines, contract manufacturing and general drugs.
Due to the slowdown of economy around the world, healthcare reforms in many countries have made generic drugs, biologics, biotechnology, and plant-based products their preferred choice. The demand for pharmaceutical chemists will remain high.
As pharmaceutical chemistry graduates will be trained in all basic chemistry knowledge and skills, they can be employed in:
Pharmaceutical, cosmetics and personal care, food and beverages, plant products, biotechnology, consumer products and chemical related industries as members of research and development, production, quality control, quality assurance, regulatory affairs, and product specialist teams.
Pharmaceutical Chemistry graduates stand better chance in the pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals (supplements) and cosmeceuticals industries. These three industries have to be compliance to strict pharmaceutical requirements, like Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Pharmacopeia standards, drug monographs and other standards and guidelines. The Pharmaceutical Chemistry graduates have learnt and are familiar with these requirements.
Contract Research Organisation as clinical research associates to administer and monitor clinical trials of new pharmaceuticals/medical devices.
Government laboratories such as the Chemistry Department, environmental protection unit and forensic science unit.
Careers in chemistry within areas such as law, policy, defence, public health, and the environment. For example, within law and policy, forensic chemist may be called upon to present forensic findings in court. Only the IKM registered chemist can validate the results of the chemical analysis, they can be called to present in court to validate the results.
Careers in academic as chemistry teachers or lecturers in universities (after pursuing postgraduate degree) teaching pharmaceutical chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and related subjects.
Set up own business or company related to pharmaceutical, nutraceuticals, cosmeceuticals, or other pharmaceutical and chemical related fields
In time of healthcare crisis, such as coronavirus pandemic, pharmaceutical chemistry knowledge plays essential roles in formulating therapeutic strategies, such as discovery of anti-viral drugs to speed up recovery, and to develop therapeutic remedies to prevent or minimise uncontrolled virus transmission. Pharmaceutical chemists will also work closely with other medical professionals to develop effective vaccines to save lives.
The herbal industry has been identified as a new source of economic growth contributor for Malaysia since 2011. This is in tandem with higher demand for herbal products in the world markets. This emerging industry requires services from pharmaceutical chemists in product research & development as well as production and quality control of herbal drugs.
The environmental impact of the pharmaceutical industry and its products has also been gaining attentions. To comply with government regulations, many industries have prioritised environmental research to have a better understanding of potential environmental impacts that might arise from the use of a new pharmaceutical, waste management, solvent-free and green synthesis paths.
Unlike other health professional degree, Pharmaceutical Chemistry graduates can join the workforce immediately after graduation. There is no houseman ship or any provisional registration requirement. The graduate can easily secure a relevant job in Malaysia or other country, without the need to fulfil the complex licensing requirement.
The BSc. (Hons.) in Pharmaceutical Chemistry graduates do not require a provisional registration, hence they can work in Malaysia or in overseas due to the degree is being accredited by MQA and Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC), UK, as well as recognised by Malaysian Institute of Chemistry (IKM).
There are BSc. (Hons.) in Pharmaceutical Chemistry graduates working in pharmaceutical, pharmaceutical related and chemical industries in Singapore, Australia (U SYD MPharm graduates), Korea, Brunei, Myanmar, and Vietnam.
There are BSc. (Hons.) in Pharmaceutical Chemistry graduates pursued/pursuing postgraduate degrees in Singapore, Australia, UK, US, Denmark, Sweden, and Germany. Some received scholarships for their postgraduate studies.
The BSc. (Hons.) in Pharmaceutical Chemistry graduates received credit recognition to pursue Master of Pharmacy programme at the University of Sydney (USYD), Australia. The Master of Pharmacy graduates are eligible to work as practising pharmacist in Australia, New Zealand and Singapore.
The BSc. (Hons.) in Pharmaceutical Chemistry launched the new articulation tracks (Sept 2020) with University of Dundee. IMU Foundation in Science students with 1 year BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Chemistry programme in IMU can choose one of the three following pathways to pursue their specialism in University of Dundee and the graduates can work in any country.- 2 years at University of Dundee to obtain BSc degree
– 2 + 1 (3) years at University of Dundee to obtain MSci, an integrated master’s degree
– 2 years at University of Dundee to obtain BSc degree followed by 1 year to obtain MSc degree.Specialisms: Biochemistry, Biological Chemistry and Drug Discovery, Biological Sciences, Biomedical Sciences, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Molecular Genetics, Neuroscience, Pharmacology and Physiological Sciences.
About University of Dundee
University of Dundee (UoD) is one of the leading universities in Europe and the UK for research in Life Sciences. In the most recent UK-wide assessment of research quality in UK higher education institutions, Dundee was ranked 3 rd in Biological Sciences behind Oxford and Cambridge. More recent rankings widely recognised as indicators of scientific excellence place Dundee high in their rankings. The Centre for Science and Technology Studies (CWTS) Leiden Ranking 2019 for Biomedical and Health Sciences Impact places Dundee is 1st in the UK and Europe, 5th in the World. ‘The State of Innovation’ recent report by Clarivate Analytics ranks Dundee as the most influential scientific research institution in the world for pharmaceuticals for the period 2006-16.
The School enjoys a reputation as one of the most dynamic international centre for molecular cell biology, with outstanding laboratory and technology facilities. It is recognised as one of the most interdisciplinary collaborative drug discovery research hubs in Europe and UK. It received Gold standard (the highest) in Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), a system that assesses the quality of undergraduate teaching in UK universities.
The Pharmacy Programme is to train the graduates fit-to-work in hospital pharmacy, community pharmacy and pharmaceutical industry.
The Pharmaceutical Chemistry Programme is to train the graduates fit-to-work in any manufacturing industry (Pharmaceutical, cosmetics and personal care, food, natural product, biotechnology, consumer products and other chemical related products) or research organisations.
Pharmaceutical Sciences is mainly to train the graduates fit-to-work in Pharmaceutical Industry whereas Pharmaceutical Chemistry is the combination of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Applied Chemistry Programmes. Meaning, graduates are fit to work in any kind of manufacturing industry. Pharmaceutical Chemistry is recognised by IKM and graduates from the IMU Pharmaceutical Chemistry are eligible to register with IKM to become a registered Chemist with the title of ChM.
Medicinal Chemistry is mainly focussed on drug design and discovery. Pharmaceutical Chemistry covers both drug design and discovery and formulation of medicines/cosmetics/plant products.
The Hons programme means integration of research component into the course. The research component makes the graduates to think critically, work independently, improve analytical and communication skills, and to identify the gaps in research. In many Universities, Hons programmes are usually involved course duration of more than 3 years, whereas in IMU BSc (Hons) in Pharmaceutical Chemistry, the course duration is only 3 years. This is due to the unique programme structure of integrating 6 long semesters and 2 short semesters within the 3-year programme.
Pharmaceutical Chemistry is not a double-degree programme. However, the content in this programme is equivalent to double degree programmes in Pharmaceutical Sciences and Applied Chemistry. In general, a double degree programmes are of 4 years duration (consisting of 8 semesters). The Pharmaceutical Chemistry Programme is of 3 years duration (consisting of 8 semesters). In essence, the graduates from this programme do receive only one degree certificate but the content is equivalent to double degree programmes.
First programme in Malaysia that provides a complete and specialised training in pharmaceutical chemistry.
Curriculum Structure– 16 weeks of internship (overseas/ local/ industry/ research organisation/ academic institution). Four months industrial attachment enables students to gain valuable industrial experience and establish networking with the industry. Students can also take the opportunity to gain internship experience working in pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, cosmeceutical companies, and research centres abroad or locally.
– One dedicated research semester
– Introduction to computer aided drug discovery (CADD) with hands-on training using the University subscribed molecular docking software. Students who are interested to specialise in CADD could undertake a CADD research project and/or internship training.
– Field trips and industry visits (Malaysian nuclear agency, wastewater treatment plant, botanical gardens and herbarium, pharmaceutical manufacturing company, breweries industry and other industry/research institutes)
– Sharing from industry experts
– Opportunity for research publications
– Opportunity for a credit transfer option with University of Dundee
– Opportunity for a credit exemption with University of Sydney (Master of Pharmacy)
– Significant hands-on practical training, instrumental techniques, basic synthetic chemistry techniques, spectroscopy and chromatography analytical techniques, pharmaceutics (formulation) and pharmaceutical microbiology
– Extensive training in pharmaceutical analysis, including method development and validation.
– Introduction to basic engineering principles, which will be useful for chemists working in manufacturing / production environment
– Strong student support and pastoral care
– IMU focuses on training healthcare professionals. Pharmaceutical Chemistry students have interprofessional learning opportunities in their MPU modules and community-based projects with students from other healthcare related programmes. They collaborate in organising and/or participating community-based or other university projects.
Our Alumni: Journey Beyond Graduation
Our alumni today have embarked on diverse and promising career paths across various industries. They are a true testament to the versatility of their education, as they continue to excel in a wide range of professional healthcare fields.
The Pharmaceutical Chemistry programme at IMU University is meticulously designed to nurture highly proficient and job-ready graduates. It seamlessly integrates theoretical knowledge with practical skills, ensuring students are well-versed in the latest advancements in drug discovery, pharmaceutical analysis, drug formulation, and pharmacology. In the internship semester, students gain invaluable practical insights while actively engaging in educational activities to further enrich their learning experience. Consequently, graduates are work-ready to excel in various sectors, including pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, cosmeceutical, and regulatory affairs, both locally and internationally. Additionally, the programme provides a solid foundation for postgraduate study in relevant fields, empowering students to continue their pursuit of knowledge and life-long learning.
Dr Then Yoon Yee
Senior Lecturer and Programme Director , Pharmaceutical Chemistry
BSc (Hons) (UPM), MSc (UPM), PhD (UPM)
A Word From The Programme Director
The Pharmaceutical Chemistry programme at IMU University is meticulously designed to nurture highly proficient and job-ready graduates. It seamlessly integrates theoretical knowledge with practical skills, ensuring students are well-versed in the latest advancements in drug discovery, pharmaceutical analysis, drug formulation, and pharmacology. In the internship semester, students gain invaluable practical insights while actively engaging in educational activities to further enrich their learning experience. Consequently, graduates are work-ready to excel in various sectors, including pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, cosmeceutical, and regulatory affairs, both locally and internationally. Additionally, the programme provides a solid foundation for postgraduate study in relevant fields, empowering students to continue their pursuit of knowledge and life-long learning.
Dr Then Yoon Yee
Senior Lecturer and Programme Director , Pharmaceutical Chemistry
BSc (Hons) (UPM), MSc (UPM), PhD (UPM)
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