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Course overview

The Bachelor of Pharmacy Honours (BPharm Hons) is a four-year degree that equips you for a fulfilling career in pharmacy. The programme aims to prepare the next generation of pharmacists to be leaders in healthcare, upholding the highest standards of patient care and medication safety.

Our programme integrates scientific knowledge, professional practice, and patient care through the innovative “Drug, Medicine, and Patient” (DMP) approach, where you’ll explore therapeutic themes by examining drugs, their formulation, and their effects on patients right from Year 1.

From Year 1 through Year 3, you’ll build a solid foundation in pharmaceutical sciences, while developing critical research and data analysis skills through a semester-long research project. You’ll also refine your clinical and communication skills through hands-on role-play with simulated patients in our state-of-the-art Professional Development Suite. These practical experiences are further enhanced with placements in community and hospital pharmacies, giving you valuable real-world exposure.

In your final year, extended placements in industrial and community pharmacy settings will further bridge the gap between theory and practice, preparing you to enter the profession with confidence.

Why choose this course?

The University of Nottingham Malaysia is the only UK university offering a BPharm (Hons) in Malaysia, providing a UK-standard education.

This four-year programme delivers a unique, integrated approach, combining various disciplines to give you a holistic understanding of disease treatment. You’ll also have the option to complete your research project at our UK campus.

Gain real-world experience with six-week community and industrial placements, ensuring you're well-prepared for a career in healthcare.

You will benefit from studying at a purpose-built campus surrounded by lush green hills, offering a serene environment that fosters both academic and personal growth.

Modules

Core modules

  • Bacterial and Fungal Infections
  • Essential Skills for Pharmacists
  • Dyspepsia

Core modules

  • Asthma, Allergy and Immune Disease​ 
  • Cardiovascular
  • Gastrointestinal and Liver Disorders​ 
  • Renal and Endocrinology​

Core modules

  • Central Nervous System Disorders​ 
  • Cancer
  • Research Project​ 

Core modules

  • Community Pharmacy Placement​ 
  • Industrial Pharmacy Placement​ 
  • Integrated Pharmaceutical and Patient Care​ 

Entry requirements

All candidates are considered on an individual basis and we accept a broad range of qualifications. The entrance requirements below apply to 2025 entry.

A level BBB, including Biology, Chemistry, and either Physics or Mathematics.
IB Diploma 30 points, with grades of 5, 5, 5 at Higher Level, including Biology, Chemistry, and either Physics or Mathematics.
STPM BBB, including Biology, Chemistry, and either Physics or Mathematics, excluding Pengajian Am.
UEC 2 As, including Biology and Chemistry, plus grade B3 in Mathematics, Physics and 1 other academic subject, excluding Bahasa Malaysia and Chinese language.
Australian Year 12 ATAR 86. Applicants are required to meet specific grade standards in Biology, Chemistry, and either Physics or Mathematics, aligned with A Level subject requirements. To fulfil these A Level standards, specific grade equivalents in the Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (SSCE) are required.
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) 80% average based on 6 subjects, including 81% in Biology, Chemistry, and either Physics or Mathematics.

Canadian Secondary School Diplomas from other provinces are acceptable and will be assessed based on the University’s requirements.
Advance Placement (AP) Not acceptable.
Diploma - Local Institutions Entry to Year 2 is not permitted. Entry to Year 1 will be considered on a case-by-case basis, typically requiring a minimum GPA of 3.50 out of 4.0 in a Diploma in Pharmacy, Diploma in Health Sciences, or an equivalent qualification. Applicants must have achieved good grades (equivalent to at least a grade B) in Biology, Chemistry, and either Physics or Mathematics. The Diploma must be of 2.5 years' duration and must be fully completed at a single institution.
Foundation - Local Institutions Acceptance is at the School’s discretion, requiring a GPA of 3.30 out of 4.0 and good grades (equivalent to at least a grade B) in Biology, Chemistry, and either Physics or Mathematics. The programme must be a one-year foundation programme completed at a single accredited institution.
Nottingham Foundation Programme Successful completion is required, with an overall minimum average of 65%, including at least 60% in all Biology, Chemistry, and Mathematics modules.

In addition to the entry requirements listed above:

  • Malaysian applicants with a Diploma, Matriculation, Medical or Pharmacy Pre-University/Foundation must have at least 5 Bs (including Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and either Mathematics or Additional Mathematics) in SPM or equivalent.
  • Malaysian applicants intending to complete their provisional training (PRP) at government-linked hospitals or healthcare facilities must have passed SPM and obtained at least a grade C in Malay Language (Bahasa Melayu) at SPM.

This list is not exhaustive, and we accept a wide range of qualifications. Eligibility will be fully determined upon the submission of a completed application.

IELTS (Academic)

 6.5 (with no less than 6.0 in each element)

TOEFL (iBT)

 90 (minimum 19 in Writing and Listening, 20 in Reading and 22 in Speaking)

PTE (Academic)

 71 (with no less than 65 in each element)

GCE A Level English Language or English Literature:

 grade C

GCE AS Level English Language or English Literature:

 grade C

SPM

 CEFR level B2

GCSE O-Level

 grade C / 4

IGCSE (first language)

 grade C / 4

IGCSE (second language)

 grade B / 6

MUET

 Band 4.5

UEC

 grade A2

IB English A1 or A2 (Standard or Higher Level)

  4 points

IB English B (Higher Level)

 4 points

IB English B (Standard Level)

 5 points

OSSD English (ENG3U/ENG4U) (No fast-track route): 

 75%
  • IELTS (Academic), TOEFL iBT, and PTE (Academic) test results must be less than two years old.
  • IELTS One Skill Retake is accepted.
  • IELTS Academic Online, TOEFL iBT Home Edition, and PTE Academic Online are not accepted.
  • MUET results are valid for five years from the release date.
  • OSSD English (ENG3U/ENG4U) with the required grades will only be accepted if applicants have completed all 30 credits from standard OSSD courses, not through credit exemptions. Fast-track routes are not accepted.

Learning and assessment

How you will learn

  • Lectures
  • Seminars
  • Tutorials
  • Workshops
  • Practical classes
  • Field trips
  • Supervision
  • Lab sessions
  • Computer labs

How you will be assessed

  • Coursework
  • Group coursework
  • Examinations
  • Presentation
  • Research project
  • Essay
  • Poster presentation
  • Practical write-ups

Applying

Our step-by-step guide contains everything you need to know about applying for undergraduate courses.

How to apply

Fees

ResidencyFees
Malaysian studentsRM60,000 per year
International studentsRM70,000 per year

Where you will learn

Malaysia Campus

Semenyih Campus is 48km from Kuala Lumpur International Airport and just 45 minutes’ drive from the famous city centre with its iconic Petronas Twin Towers. On arrival, you are immersed in the green jungle backdrop that Malaysia provides with wildlife, sunshine and campus lake.

The campus is home to our business, education, science and engineering schools, which sit alongside a sports centre, library and student accommodation. The University has everything a modern day student could wish for with the added bonus of being located in central Asia allowing you to travel further afield in your free time.

Public transport is plentiful with free shuttle services operating on some routes. Taxi/Grab services in Malaysia are very reasonable and used widely by the student community.

Careers

Once the programme is fully accredited, students who have successfully completed their BPharm programme and their Provisionally Registered Pharmacist (PRP) training, can practice as pharmacists anywhere in Malaysia.

Post registration, you could work as a pharmacist in the community (retail) or in a hospital. Several students also have the option of working in the pharmaceutical industry, for the research and development of new drugs and medicines.

The University has an established Careers Advisory Service (CAS) that provides students with essential resources and guidance for career choices offering many opportunities to develop the skills needed to plan and manage your future. Our Careers Advisory Service will work with you to improve and maximise your employability skills as well as providing essential resources and guidance that will assist you with job/course applications. They will facilitate searches for appropriate work experience placements and connect you to a wide range of prospective employers or training opportunities.

In addition, the School of Pharmacy provides guidance and maintains good connections with both our alumni and prospective employers to facilitate experiential learning and explore career and training opportunities.

Upon graduation, you will need to undergo a minimum one-year pre-registration training called provisionally registered pharmacist (PRP). The contract PRP with the government is placed at a pay grade of UF41. The minimum base salary for UF41 is RM2740 per month.

Graduates with a BPharm degree have the opportunity to work in government and private hospitals, clinics, and pharmacies.There is also an opportunity to work in the industrial pharmacy line, doing research and development of new drugs and treatments. Some of the career prospects include:

  • Pharmacist
  • Pharmaceutical scientist
  • Drug therapist
  • Chemical technician
  • Drug inspector
  • Health inspector
  • Analytical chemist
  • Pathological lab scientist
  • Food and drug inspector
  • Medical representative
  • Pharmaceutical sales executive
  • Research officer/clinical researcher
  • Medical writer

Frequently asked questions

At UNM, our course features an integrated course that brings together the fundamentals of science and the clinical use of medicine.  Students will learn pharmacology, medical sciences like cardiovascular and immunology, pharmaceutics, pharmacy practice, and clinical pharmacy. Students will also learn about the healthcare system and how to communicate with patients and other healthcare professionals. In addition to this, students will also be required to undertake a research project in their third year of study.

Individuals who plan to enrol in this course at UNM will need a minimum of BBB in biology, chemistry and physics/mathematics in their A-Level or STPM. For students who have just completed their secondary education, UNM’s Foundation in Science is a direct pathway to this degree. Students are also expected to be proficient in English as all classes are taught in this language.

Upon completing a Bachelor of Pharmacy, one can work as a pharmacist in various settings, including hospitals, clinics, pharmaceutical companies and community pharmacies. You can also choose to pursue postgraduate degrees in this field.

The Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) degree at UNM typically takes four years to complete.

Yes, the BPharm degree is recognised in Malaysia and is recognised by the Malaysia Pharmacy Board and the Malaysian Qualifications Agency. 

This depends on the university’s admission requirements. However, a strong foundation in science subjects such as biology and chemistry will help you to succeed in this programme.

This depends on the university you’re enrolled in. At UNM, the tuition fee is RM53,000 per year for Malaysian students and RM60,000 per year for international students. In addition to the tuition fee, you may also want to budget for accommodation, travel and other living expenses. UNM also offers financial aid and scholarships.

Our BPharm is a full-time course and as such there are no part-time options.

The healthcare sector in Malaysia has experienced a strong growth in recent years. Job prospects for BPharm graduates are good, and there is high-demand for quality pharmacist in various healthcare and research sectors.

This content was last updated on 02 January 2025. Every effort has been made to ensure that this information is accurate, but changes are likely to occur between the date of publishing and course start date. It is therefore very important to check this website for any updates before you apply.