FACULTY OF PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES

Foundation and Undergraduate Programmes 2011

B.Pharm. (Hons.) Pharmacy Foundation in Science

VISION
To be a university par excellence

MISSION
Take on the World UCSI for Life Value Innovation Research and Discovery Education for All
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To produce competent, confident and consummate graduates who are internationally employable. To promote and nurture lifelong scholarship and deep learning for career and personal advancement. To imbue value consciousness with practical creativity in all our graduates and through our services. To generate new knowledge and discovery that infuses the learning and teaching of the university. To provide equal opportunity education and fulfil social obligations.

INTRODUCTION Built on the principles of audacity, perseverance, integrity and excellence, UCSI University is a leading institution of higher learning with campuses in Kuala Lumpur, Terengganu and Kuching, Malaysia. Started in 1986, UCSI University is the flagship institution of the UCSI Group conglomerate. It is made up of 10 faculties and an A-Levels academy with more than 70 programmes in disciplines including medicine, pharmacy, architecture, computer science, liberal arts and music. Its student body is comprised of more than 9,000 students with an international cohort from more than 70 countries. With Graduate Attributes including ethical and civic responsibility, leadership skills and a strong knowledge of disciplines, UCSI University is committed to producing well-rounded graduates with the hard and soft skills necessary to be successful in life. Co-Operative Education Training Programme Through its innovative academic curricula, students at UCSI University enjoy the unique benefits of its Co-Operative Education Training Programme (Co-Op) to enhance their employability. The Co-Op integrates classroom learning with workplace training in Co-Op employer organizations. A student completes two months of work experience for every year of study. By the time they graduate, students will have six to eight months of work experience, well-prepared for fulltime employment. Internationalised Campus Community Renowned for its cosmopolitan and unique international culture, UCSI University has a blend of both local and foreign students, from over 70 countries. International Linkage UCSI University, through its International University Placement Centre (IUPC), has signed many collaborative agreements with various foreign universities to enable students to pursue a portion of their academic studies at UCSI University and then complete the remaining modules at these universities. Partner universities are in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada. Pursuit of Research Excellence UCSI Universitys Centre for Research Excellence has always promoted its research initiatives aggressively in a quest for educational excellence. Many of the universitys staff, most of whom are Ph.D and Masters degree holders, are involved in extensive research. Quality Management UCSI University is ISO-certified, and in 2008 it won a Special Award for Quality Management from the Malaysian Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) a testimony of its excellence in providing the university experience to students. As an institution of higher learning, UCSI University consistently strives towards educational excellence. Its tagline, The University. The Experience encapsulates its mission to provide to students the experience of learning in the ultimate international university environment.

ACADEMIC FACILITIES
UCSI University offers multidisciplinary honours and graduate degrees. Our academic programmes, our staff, our campuses and facilities, and our environment are all geared towards achieving our mission of creating the ultimate university experience. Our commitment is to lifelong learning to bring out the best in students mentally, emotionally, spiritually, academically and professionally. This governs all that we do now, and in the future. We want to prepare our graduates for more than just a job we want to prepare them for life. Join us at UCSI University and be inspired to realise your full potential in life. Our campus offers:
Wireless Campus Our campus is equipped with the latest cutting-edge technology in the world of e-learning and e-resources to enable students to keep abreast with the latest innovations, news, as well as with scholarships. The UCSI University Laptop Ownership Scheme enables students to purchase laptops at cheaper subsidized rates. Medical and Nursing Clinical Skills Units These facilities are used for practical learning before going for clinical attachment. Anatomy and Pathology Museum This houses various pathology specimens and human anatomy models for visual teaching and learning. Pharmacy Laboratories Our pharmacy laboratories are designed to provide interesting, open and relevant practical activity in a safe environment. Pharmaceutical Instrument (Analysis) Lab Physiology and Pharmacology Lab Simulated Community Pharmacy Lab Pharmacy Project Labs Pharmacy Practice Labs Pharmacy Postgraduate Lab Medical Sciences Problem-based Learning (PBL) Rooms These are part of the facilities set-up to facilitate the PBL method, whereby medical students are given medical related cases and issues to discuss and solve.
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Fashion Design Studio Fashion Production Studio 3D Animation Lab Psychology Lab Science Laboratories Students work and learn in fully-equipped science laboratories for a more intense practical experience. We have a: Media Preparation Lab Fermentation Lab Cell and Tissue Culture Lab Food Processing Lab Food Technology Lab Microbiology Lab Molecular Biology Lab Chemistry Labs 1 and 2 Biology Labs Physics Labs Special Instrument Lab Engineering Laboratories Our School of Engineering has various laboratories and facilities for instruction and research: Pneumatics and Hydraulics Lab and Robotics Lab Microprocessor and Microcontroller Lab Electrical and Electronics Labs 1 and 2 Communication and Electronics Labs 1 and 2 Mechanical Workshop and Lab Power and Machines Lab Mechatronics Lab R&D Lab Drafting and Design Labs

PCB Fabrication and Mechanical Workshop Engineering Physics Lab Petrochemical Lab Chemical Instrumentation Lab Industry Chemistry Lab Music Facilities The Universitys commitment to music education is reflected through our resources: Music Practice Rooms and Teaching Studios Music Technology Lab Jam Rooms and Drum Kit Rooms Keyboard Lab Chamber and Ensemble Rooms Ear Training Lab Steinway Concert Grand and Boston Grand Pianos Recording Studio This is a professional digital recording and editing studio, equipped to handle small as well as integrated productions, advanced editing CD-R burning, stereo recording, multi-track recording, and audio post-production work. Recital Hall / Auditorium These are well-designed to cater for professional performances and functions, with theatre-style seating for 450 people and equipped with sound systems, and audio / visual and recording facilities.

ACADEMIC FACILITIES
Library and Resource Centre The Library and Resource Centre has a comprehensive collection of all the latest texts and references, both hardcopy and online, which are accessible via the latest e-Library databases. It is also equipped with Internet-enabled workstations. Dewan Tan Sri Ahmad Razali (DeTSAR) This hall has a seating capacity of 1,200 and is also a designated Examination Hall. It is also used for other important functions, for e.g. the Annual University Convocation Ceremony. Other Academic Facilities UCSI University campus features an assortment of academic facilities designed to enhance experiential learning: Lecture Theatres Editing Suite Screening Room Architecture and Drafting Studios Language Lab

STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES AND FACILITIES

Accommodation Facilities UCSI University offers a secure, comfortable and homely environment for residents. Residential halls are equipped with pantries, common areas, television lounges, laundry service, cafeterias and security services. Off-campus accommodation is also available. Student Development and Counselling Unit This unit provides counselling and support services to students who require advice and assistance that are personal, social or academic in nature. Will Group The Will Group was set up specifically to tutor students experiencing difficulties in certain areas of their studies. The group is supported by both UCSI University professors as well as scholarship students. International Student Services This unit provides various services and support to international students, immigration, health, insurance, personal counselling, study tours and excursions, and sports. Student Clubs and Societies This promotes national and international integration as well as fosters multi-cultural experiences amongst students. Co-Operative Education and Career Services This unit coordinates Co-Operative Education (Co-Op) work term attachments, organise self-development and skills workshops, and provides counselling support for career-related concerns. Over 600 global organisations work closely with UCSI University as Co-Op Partners. International University Placement Centre The IUPC provides counselling to students interested in the International Degree Pathway programme in terms of seeking suitable universities based on personal preferences such as country, study majors and financial needs, and assisting in the university application process. Inter-campus Shuttle Bus Service This service provides free transportation between the nearest Light Rail Transit (LRT ) station and the main campuses. E- Advantage Portal This provides access to chat rooms with professors and downloadable lecture notes - anywhere on campus and beyond, a virtual UCSI University classroom experience. Multi-purpose Hall / Recreational Facilities UCSI features an excellent multi-recreational indoor sports facilities: A Basketball Court A Volleyball Court Badminton Courts Table Tennis Gymnasium A Swimming Pool Squash Courts Football Fields Futsal Courts Other on-campus basic facilities include: A bookshop A UCSI University Gift Shop A clinic Cafeterias Photocopy Shops Suraus Computer Labs Conference Rooms

Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences

In 2005, the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences at UCSI University offered its own Pharmacy degree programme. To accommodate its rapid growth and expansion, the School of Pharmacy has since moved twice before its current five fully-equipped laboratories that are dedicated to learning, teaching and research. Together with its cutting-edge facilities, the 4-year Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons.) degree offers quality learning experience under the tutelage of dedicated teaching staff using innovative teaching methods, and who, being actively involved in research, provide students with opportunities to participate in various research projects. At the Faculty, students are provided early exposure to various pharmacy-linked experiences such as industrial training, public health campaigns, community clerkship, hospital pharmacy clerkship and also to Problem-based Learning (PBL). Besides the formal lecture mode, students also receive invaluable practical guidance from our external partners, experienced industrial speakers, appointed pharmacists and doctors incorporated under the various Faculty departments. Included also are programmes aimed at improving students communication skills in dealing with the public via the patient-centred approach, as well as their organisational skills to enable them to be independent, responsible and better equipped to make decisions on their future career paths.

Pharmacy students have a wide choice of career options from the pharmaceutical industry to patient care. UCSI University Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons.) programme prepares the students well for their careers.

B.Pharm. (Hons.) Pharmacy

UCSI Universitys Pharmacy curriculum emphasizes training professional, competent and competitive pharmacy graduates by focusing on academic ability, research skills and soft skills, while also highlighting communication, team work, critical thinking, innovative thinking, entrepreneurship and leadership. Believing that research is the future of academics, we encourage our students to look for answers in research and to present and publish their research findings every semester. To further uphold the high quality of our programme , our academic staff also participate in many national and international conferences beyond their continuous research publications, in renowned journals to further extend their professional research experiences. Research is further enhances by the offering of Master of Science programme by the Faculty. Research activities and findings further enrich the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons.) programme of the Faculty.

Minimum Entry Qualification UCSI Foundation Min CGPA 3.5 and above (Inclusive of min. B in Chemistry 1& 2, Maths (All), Biology 1 & 2) / Physics. Candidates must also possess minimum of 5Bs in SPM inclusive of Chemistry, Biology, Physics Maths & Additional Maths.) Grade B in Chemistry, Maths & Biology / Physics Grade B in Chemistry, Maths & Biology / Physics with CGPA 3 and above Grade B3 in Chemistry, Maths & B4 in Biology / Physics Case-by-case basis

A-Levels STPM UEC Equivalent Courses English Requirements

MUET Band 4, or a score of 570 in TOEFL, or Band 6 in IELTS (overall and each section) Interviews Academically qualified candidates would be required to attend an interview for admission. The outcome of the interview will determine a candidates successful admission into the programme.

ACADEMIC PATHWAY
Year 1
Semester 1 General Chemistry for Pharmacy Introductory Physiology Microbiology for Pharmacy Professional Skills I Bahasa Kebangsaan A Semester 2 Organic Chemistry Basic Pharmacology and Immunopharmacology Basic Medicinal Chemistry Professional Skills II Biostatistics for Pharmacy Introductory Clinical Pharmacy Malaysian Studies

Year 2
Semester 1 Biochemistry for Pharmacy Physical Pharmacy Dispensing and Compounding Antimicrobial Therapy I Nervous System and Pharmacotherapy I Semester 2 Antimicrobial Therapy II Aseptic Dispensing Pulmonary, Renal and Pharmacotherapy Endocrine System and Pharmacotherapy Nonprescription Drugs Marketing for Pharmacy Islamic Studies / Moral Studies

Year 3
Semester 1 Pharmaceutical Analysis I Dosage Form Design I Cardiovascular System, Blood and Pharmacotherapy Gastrointestinal System and Pharmacotherapy Evidence Based Medicine Basic Pharmacokinetics Semester 2 Pharmaceutical Analysis II Pharmacognosy Clinical Pharmacokinetics Dosage Form Design II Biotechnology and Pharmacogenomics Nervous System and Pharmacotherapy II Drug of Abuse and Society

Year 4
Semester 1 Hospital Pharmacy Practice Pharmacy Management Pharmacotherapy I Pharmacy Clerkship Research Project Geriatric Pharmacy Semester 2 Cancer Chemotherapy Pharmacotherapy II Clinical Clerkship Pharmacy Law and Ethics Pharmacoeconomics Pharmacoepidemiology Industrial Management

STPM / A-Levels or Equivalent

Foundation in Science**
General Chemistry I* General Chemistry II* General Biology I* General Biology II* General Physics I* Basic Concept of Mathematics Algebra and Trigonometry Introduction of Calculus Introduction to Probability and Statistics Introduction of Business Computing Essentials * Science Lab Class

SPM / O-Levels or Equivalent

Intakes : Jan**, May** & July

MoHE Compulsory Subjects Bahasa Kebangsaan, Malaysian Studies, Moral Studies or Islamic Studies

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Pharmacists have an increasingly important and crucial role to play in todays healthcare sector. UCSI University helps prepare pharmacists for the pharmaceutical sector, as we believe in producing competent and compassionate professionals. There are three main career options for pharmacy students: community pharmacy, industrial pharmacy and hospital and clinical pharmacy. With increasing roles for pharmacists today, academics, research and enforcement are among some of the other career options available to pharmacists. At the community level, pharmacists are the authority on drug information responsible for ensuring medicinal safety and effectiveness, and providing health education to the general public. Pharmacists are also involved in the pharmaceutical industry in research and development projects, management, production and in quality assurance roles. As present day pharmacists, they must also be knowledgeable about the latest developments in this ever changing world of drug therapy and advanced therapeutics and be experts in herbal, traditional and other alternative medicines. UCSI Universitys Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons.) curriculum places a major emphasis on the importance of life-long-learning for professional pharmacists to keep abreast with current medical developments, and also on the incorporation of problem-based learning to increase pharmacy students skills and confidence in their professional lives. Also focussed in the curriculum are communication skills, leadership and teamwork to ensure UCSI University produces quality pharmacy graduates.
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PHARMACY CAREER PATHWAY

Lecturers and Researchers

3-Year Compulsory Government Service (Full-registration)

1-Year Provisional Registered Pharmacist

B. Pharm. (Hons.) Pharmacy

Note: Number of years of provisional registration after graduation varies in different countries.

Post Graduate Programme

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Community, Hospital and Clinical Pharmacists

Industrial Pharmacists

Pharmacy Law and Enforcement Officer

FAQ (PHARMACY)

a) Is the UCSI Pharmacy Degree recognised by the Board of e) What are the external attachments integrated in this Pharmacy Malaysia? programme? And where? Answer: UCSI University Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) programme started in July 2005 and achieved full accreditation from MQA. We have graduated a total of 10 batches of pharmacy students to date. Answer: YEAR 2: Community Pharmacy Attachment Looking into the provision of services to the general public in community pharmacies, and the practice of a community pharmacy.

b) Is the UCSI University degree recognised by foreign universities if I wish to continue in a postgraduate YEAR 3: Industrial Pharmacy Attachment Looking into the manufacturing and quality processing of study? medications by local drug companies e.g. YSP, Dynapharm, Pharmaniaga, UPHA and etc. Answer: We have successful cases of our graduates being accepted into USM, Australian and Canadian postgraduate programmes. Many of our graduates return to obtain referee letters for their postgraduate study. c) Can students practice as pharmacists abroad? Answer: We have successful cases of graduates obtaining their employment as pharmacists in foreign country. These graduates applied as they full fill the immigration and pharmacy board requirements of the foreign countries. d) Problem-based learning is mentioned. What is it? Answer: Problem-based learning is a teaching method where small group students are given the guidance to identify the learning issues of a given scenario. They will then further research on learning issues with the use of evidence-based-medicine. Problem-based learning instils critical thinking and confidence in students before their clinical clerkships. YEAR 4: Clinical Clerkships Looking into the clinical pharmacy process of local hospitals and various provisions of pharmaceuticals care at Hospital Kuala Lumpur (HKL). f ) Is the government service compulsory? Answer: Following successful completion of the pharmacy degree, graduates are eligible for registration as provisional with Board of Pharmacy Malaysia for 1 year. This is followed by a 3 years compulsory service with the Malaysia Ministry of Health. g) Do you offer co-curriculum? Answer: Yes. UCSI University Pharmacy Student Association organised various activities, including Public Health Campaigns, camping, visitation to sites and many more. The various department of the Faculty also invite external experts to share their experiences with the students.

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Postgraduate Programmes
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London Examinations Modular GCE A-Levels (Edexcel)
The Advanced Level (A-Levels) examinations are internationally recognised as entry requirements into various undergraduate degree courses in institutions around the world. UCSI University oers an 18-month London Examinations Modular A-Level programme. With so many other pre-university and matriculation programmes being oered, it is worth considering the benets of the A-Level examinations. The primary reason is that it is still one of the most widely-recognised and highly-regarded examinations throughout the English-speaking world and is accepted by most established institutions of higher education globally. The A-Level programme provides exposure to learning at a more advanced level. UCSI Universitys A-Level programme is aimed at equipping students with critical thinking, and research and analytical skills - all of which are crucial in todays competitive job market. This programme is also designed to develop students perception and understanding of ideas and events, which in turn, will prepare them to make independent decisions, especially in their pursuit of higher education.

(A 3707; 03/2013)

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The information contained herein is correct at the time of printing and the university reserves the right to make amendments without prior notice. As such, the university shall NOT be held liable for subsequent changes to the curriculum, fees, duration of study, projected date of completion, and so forth. Revised on Dec 2010