We are consistently ranked as the UK’s top pharmacy school and were rated as joint 1st in the UK for quality of research in the 2014 UK Research Excellence Framework, with 100% of our research considered to have ‘impact on society’.
In 2007 we received the Queen’s Award for Industry in Innovation – one of the UK’s highest corporate honours for significantly enhancing the development of new medicines.
Research in Pharmacy
Research is crucial to the pharmaceutical industry and our academic staff are at the leading edge of scientific and healthcare developments. The current research areas reflect the breadth of expertise of our staff, the acquisition of research funds and recent applications for grants. These are:
- Advanced Materials and Formulation
- Natural Products and Medicinal Chemistry
- Pharmacy Practice and Health Optimisation
Pharmacy Practice and Health Optimisation research are conducted by academics who are qualified to practice as pharmacists in a number of countries across the globe, including Europe, Malaysia and Singapore. Their areas of expertise include studies of adverse drug reactions and pharmacovigilance, risk management/communication, clinical governance and methods to improve pharmacy education.
Career Prospects
Our degree programmes provide you with an opportunity to embark on an area of research of your interest, allowing you to focus on this niche area of knowledge and make an important contribution to science. Becoming a PhD student at our school means joining a thriving research community and exploring world-changing issues at the forefront of science and healthcare. It also means developing skills prized by academia and the biotechnology, healthcare and pharmaceutical industries. Recent PhD graduates from the School of Pharmacy at the Malaysia Campus can be found working as lecturers in some of the leading pharmacy faculties in the country.
FAQ
Are the pharmacy postgraduate courses at UNM available on a full-time or part-time basis?
Our pharmacy postgraduate courses are offered on both full-time and part-time bases to accommodate different students’ needs and preferences.
What is the duration of the pharmacy postgraduate courses at UNM?
The duration of the pharmacy postgraduate programmes at UNM varies as follows:
Part-time students
Full-time students
What are the admission requirements for a Master in Pharmacy in Malaysia?
This will vary depending on the institution and specific programme you plan to enrol in. Generally, applicants are expected to hold a relevant bachelor’s degree in pharmacy or a related field. Students who wish to enrol in UNM’s Pharmacy MPhil programme should have an upper second-class honours degree in pharmacy or a related scientific discipline.
What are the admission requirements for a PhD in Pharmacy in Malaysia?
This will vary depending on the institution and specific programme you plan to enrol in. Students who wish to enrol in UNM’s Pharmacy PhD are required to have a master’s degree, an upper second class honours degree in pharmacy or a related scientific discipline.
Are the pharmacy postgraduate courses at UNM accredited?
Yes, all our postgraduate pharmacy courses are accredited by the appropriate regulatory bodies. We ensure our students will receive high-quality education and recognised qualifications.
Can international students apply for the pharmacy postgraduate courses at UNM?
Yes, we welcome international students to apply for our pharmacy postgraduate courses.
Are there any scholarships or financial aid options available for UNM’s pharmacy postgraduate students?
Can I apply for a Master’s or PhD in pharmacy if my undergraduate degree is from a different field?
Yes, in some cases, applicants with a bachelor’s degree in a different but related field may be considered for admission. However, additional prerequisites or bridging courses might be required.