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Master of Science in Analytical and Pharmaceutical Chemistry
KPT/JPT(R2-CDL/442/7/0001)01/2027 | MQA/FA1191
KPT/JPT(N-DL/442/7/0022)02/2026 | MQA/PSA11367
Commencement
Mar & Sep
Degree/Duration
Master of Science in Analytical and Pharmaceutical Chemistry (IMU):
1 year (Full-time)
2 – 6 years (Part-time)
Develop Your Expertise in Pharmaceutical Science
Expand your horizons and deepen your expertise in Analytical and Pharmaceutical Chemistry. Delve into the foundational principles and practical applications of analytical chemistry, while also exploring advanced topics in pharmaceutical analysis and drug discovery. Our programme offers a unique blend of coursework and research opportunities, fostering collaborations with esteemed institutions both locally and internationally. Our flexible mixed-mode master’s programme provides industry-recognised training to elevate your professional credentials and unlock a world of new possibilities.
What is ODL?
Open and distance learning provides working professionals with an alternative to conventional programmes at universities, giving them the opportunity to earn a university degree without interrupting their career. As Malaysia’s first and most established private medical and health sciences university with over 30 years of dedicated focus in healthcare education, IMU offers a few postgraduate programmes via this learning mode with students having the opportunity to benefit from all the teaching and support that the University has to offer.
Benefits of ODL
Designed especially for students with employment, family or other commitments, this mode of learning provides flexibility and convenience for the student to schedule their studies around these obligations and around their lifestyle – allowing a student to plan and pace their own learning at a time and learning environment that is most suitable for the student. It also saves students from spending time travelling to the university, the costs of travelling to the university and the costs of staying near the university.
Teaching Methods
Teaching methods include a series of lectures (Powerpoint lectures, video lectures and i-lectures) supplemented by online discussions, forums and quizzes. For each subject taken, students will be part of a student online community. Students will also be assigned a mentor who will be available to answer any questions and provide feedback on their progress.
Students will be assessed fully online via the in-course assessment assignments and end of module assessment assignment so they don’t need to be at the University to sit your exams. They will the receive their grades and feedback online.
In order to do this, students will be required to have a desktop/laptop, internet connection, a headset and webcam to participate in online tutorials and other group activities, access to standard office software – such as Microsoft Word and Excel, plus any standard browser, such as Chrome, Edge or Firefox and Skype for certain online sessions.
Your Commitment
Time will be an ODL student’s most important commitment – understanding, working through and reflecting on all teaching materials. The hours spent per week on their studies for the duration of the programme depends on module taken.
Support from University
ODL students are fully registered student of the University with all of the support and services available to them, the same as the on-campus students. Technical support will also be provided if students have difficulty in accessing the e-learning platform.
Why Study Analytical & Pharmaceutical Chemistry (MSc) at IMU?
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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. IMU achieved the SETARA-2018/19 Tier 6 status (Outstanding) under the Mature University category.
02
PURSUE a MASTER’S DEGREE WHILE WORKING FULL TIME
Face-to-face teaching and learning activities are conducted on weekends for the convenience of students who have personal or work commitments on weekdays. Students have the option to conduct the research project at their workplace, and the flexibility to choose the optimum number of credits to take each semester to suit their personal, work and study commitments. ODL mode offers additional flexibility to study out of campus.
03
CURRICULUM BENCHMARKED to INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS
The curriculum has been developed to meet high international standards and stringent Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) standards. The programme is accredited by the Royal Society of Chemistry, UK. The Royal Society of Chemistry is the world’s leading chemistry community and the oldest chemical society in the world.
04
RENOWNED AND HIGHLY EXPERIENCED FACULTY
Students will be taught and supervised by staff who are experts in their field with well-established reputations nationally and internationally. The academic community of IMU pursues and achieves excellence in a wide range of research activities. Many of them present their research findings in international conferences to keep up to date with the latest development in specialised areas. They also publish their findings in international peer-reviewed journals.
05
RESEARCH PARTNERSHIPS
Students will benefit from IMU’s national and international research collaborations with renowned institutions in areas such as drug discovery, design and development, natural products, drug synthesis, pharmaceutical and biomedical analysis.
Entry Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants are required to have obtained:
- A Bachelor Degree in related discipline with a minimum cGPA of 2.75 or equivalent, as accepted by theUniversity’s Senate; or
- A Bachelor Degree in related discipline with a minimum cGPA of 2.50, but not meeting cGPA 2.75, can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment; or
- A Bachelor’s Degree in the field or related fields or equivalent with minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting CGPA of 2.50, can be accepted subject to a minimum of 5 years working experience in the relevant field and rigorous internal assessment.
English Requirements
For Malaysian Students
Not applicable
For International Students
- IELTS : Band score 5.0; or
- TOEFL (iBT) : Overall score of 42; or
- Cambridge English : Advanced (CAE) : Overall score of 154; or
- Cambridge English : Proficiency (CPE) : Overall score of 154; or
- Cambridge Linguaskill : Overall score of 160; or
- Pearson Test of English (PTE) : Overall score of 47;
The following categories of students are exempted from the above requirements:
- International students from countries in which English is the first language.
- International students who graduated from any Malaysian or other institutions where the curriculum is delivered in English.
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
| Coursework Modules | Research Projects |
|---|---|
| MAPC301: Modern Analytical Techniques for Qualitative Analysis (4 credits) | MAPC307: Research Project I (4 credits) |
| MAPC302: Modern Analytical Techniques for Quantitative Analysis (4 credits) | MAPC308: Research Project II (18 credits) |
| MAPC303: Principles of Drug Discovery (4 credits) | |
| MAPC304: Computational Drug Discovery Techniques (4 credits) | |
| MAPC305: Quality Management & Regulatory Systems (2 credits) | |
| MAPC306: Research Methodology & Scientific Writing (3 credits) |
Fee Structure
| Fee | Malaysian Student (RM) | International Student (RM) |
|---|---|---|
| Application Fee | 150 | 500 |
| Registration Fee | 1,100 | 3,400 |
| Refundable Caution Deposit | 2,000 | 2,000 |
| Student Association Fee per Semester | 40 | 40 |
- All IMU Alumni who are self-funding their postgraduate studies and meet the eligibility criteria will be eligible for a bursary of 15%.
- Application fee is payable upon submission of application.
- Registration fee and refundable caution deposit is payable upon acceptance of the offer letter issued by the IMU Admissions Office.
- Students must adhere to the Policy on Payment of Fees
- For information on Student Visa Administration fee, please refer to Visa and Immigration on the IMU website, www.imu.edu.my
- Fee payable per semester are subject to the number of credits registered
- **Subject to annual increase
| Study Mode | Malaysian Student Tuition Fees |
International Student Tuition Fees |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Science | ||||
| Conventional No. of credit hour: 21 hours |
RM1,150 per credit hour, RM24,150 total fee |
RM1,300 per credit hour, RM27,300 total fee |
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| Research Paper No. of credit hour: 22 hours |
RM1,150 per credit hour, RM25,300 total fee |
RM1,300 per credit hour, RM28,600 total fee |
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| RM49,450 total fee | RM55,900 total fee | |||
| Master of Science | ||||
| Open & Distance Learning (ODL) No. of credit hour: 21 hours |
RM930 per credit hour, RM19,530 total fee |
RM930 per credit hour, RM19,530 total fee |
||
| Research Paper No. of credit hour: 22 hours |
RM1,150 per credit hour, RM25,300 total fee |
RM1,150 per credit hour, RM25,300 total fee |
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| RM44,830 total fee | RM44,830 total fee | |||
Hear from Our Students and Alumni
The experiential learning has assuredly honed my laboratory skills, from drug design and synthesis to bioassay techniques. The research project has trained and prepared me to face a job that commands analytical knowledge and practical competence. Therefore, I staunchly believe that this programme can mould students into well- rounded individuals, which distinguishes them from the massive influx of graduates to a prosperous vocation.
Bu Huey Enn
Alumnus
The rich curriculum structure of this programme is certainly beneficial to all students who wish to gain a deeper insight into the growth of pharmaceutical research and industries. I am truly grateful for everything I learned in the MAPC programme, especially to be able to learn drug discovery and design using high-end software/databases as well as to exchange opinions with different experts during the Quality Management & Regulatory Systems module.
Eddy Yii Chung Ann
Alumnus
After enrolling in the MAPC programme, I have gained a lot during my 1 year here. In terms of hands-on experience and also the various soft skills that I have come to acquire, it has equipped me with the additional knowledge and skills required to excel in a work setting. And for that, I do think it is one of the best choices I’ve made in my academic life to pursue this master’s degree.
Ung Ser Ming
Alumnus
The coursework and hands-on experiments have provided me with great knowledge and insight to pursue the career path that I am truly interested in. With the help from professors' guidance along the way, I am inspired to think critically and keep my passion going.
Wong Yoke Lan (Kath)
Alumnus
Frequently Asked Questions
- Verified copies of your academic qualifications
- Evidence of English language proficiency
- A copy of your MyKad or the identification page of your passport
- Apply knowledge and concepts in analytical and pharmaceutical chemistry to solve theoretical and practical problems in the relevant fields.
- Apply and adapt critical thinking, problem solving and scientific skills to find solutions to unfamiliar and complex issues in chemical, pharmaceutical and related industries.
- Critically evaluate information from various sources and use it appropriately to practice self-directed lifelong learning.
- Develop and validate analytical methods to perform qualitative and quantitative analysis by utilising appropriate instrumentation and techniques.
- Demonstrate productive working relationships as a team lead or member and communicate effectively by writing clear, concise and orderly documents and/or giving clear oral presentations.
- Demonstrate appropriate professional and social skills in the practice of chemistry or advancement of the chemical and pharmaceutical sciences.
- Plan, organise and carry out projects systematically and deliver results in the areas of analytical and pharmaceutical sciences.
- Demonstrate high standards of professional ethics and responsibilities by complying with relevant codes of conduct and practice.
- Professionals who are competent in the application of analytical and pharmaceutical sciences in a wide range of industries.
- Professionals who practice with personal autonomy, integrating ethics, professionalism and social skills into their interactions with stakeholders.
- Professionals who are versatile team leaders and communicators, providing scientific solutions to achieve the organisational goals.
- Professionals who are tenacious in seeking solutions to manage complex issues in analytical and pharmaceutical sciences through continuous advancement of knowledge and skills in their field of practice.
- A bachelor’s degree in related discipline with minimum CGPA of 2.75 or equivalent, as accepted by the University’s Senate; or
- A bachelor’s degree in related discipline or equivalent with minimum CGPA of 2.50 and not meeting CGPA of 2.75, can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment; or
- A bachelor’s degree in related discipline or equivalent not meeting CGPA of 2.50, can be accepted subject to a minimum of 5 years working experience in relevant field.
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A Word From The Programme Director
The programme builds on your undergraduate chemistry experience and provides specialised knowledge and practical experience in a wide range of modern analytical techniques. The programme also develops advanced knowledge and skills in pharmaceutical chemistry focusing on various aspects of drug discovery, design and development. As the programme has a unique blend of both analytical and pharmaceutical chemistry disciplines, you will have good opportunities for career progression and job prospects in a range of industries.
Chm Dr Chin Swee Yee
Senior Lecturer and Programme Director, Analytical & Pharmaceutical Chemistry (MSc)
BSc (Hons) (UMS), MSc (UM), PhD (UKM)
A Word From The Programme Director
The programme builds on your undergraduate chemistry experience and provides specialised knowledge and practical experience in a wide range of modern analytical techniques. The programme also develops advanced knowledge and skills in pharmaceutical chemistry focusing on various aspects of drug discovery, design and development. As the programme has a unique blend of both analytical and pharmaceutical chemistry disciplines, you will have good opportunities for career progression and job prospects in a range of industries.
Chm Dr Chin Swee Yee
Senior Lecturer and Programme Director, Analytical & Pharmaceutical Chemistry (MSc)
BSc (Hons) (UMS), MSc (UM), PhD (UKM)
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