School of Pharmacy

PHARMACY
2013

At the Forefront of
Pharmaceutical Education
Like doctors, pharmacists
play an important role in
ser ving society.
Pharmacists are professionals who help people improve
their quality of life through the use of medications.
Since pharmacy is an integral part of a complete
healthcare system and the number of people requiring
healthcare services continues to rise globally,
pharmacists have many responsibilities and opportunities.
If you have chosen to study pharmacy, you will enjoy a
rewarding career in areas ranging from academia to
retail to manufacturing and research. Pharmacists can
also pursue quality management of pharmaceutical
manufacturing or regulatory matters related to

pharmaceutical manufacturing, such as registration

In collaboration with Welsh School of Pharmacy and

of pharmaceutical products and compliance with

Pharmaceutical Sciences, Cardiff University one of the

Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).

UKs leading pharmacy schools we offer the Bachelor

of Pharmacy (Hons) and Master of Pharmacy (Hons)

Taylors School of Pharmacy is committed to

degree programmes, wherein students have the flexibility

promote pharmacy education, produce future

to study in Malaysia and the UK. Taught by a team of

leaders in pharmacy practice and advance research

highly qualified and experienced faculty, both

in the field. Our comprehensive curriculum grooms

programmes incorporate industry-relevant materials,

students to become independent learners and

hands-on learning, research and development activities,

equips them with the knowledge and ability to

access to top notch facilities and exposure to

develop and use pharmaceutical products for the

international best practices.

betterment of patients.
If you are passionate about healthcare and science, and
desire a successful career in any aspect of the
pharmaceutical industry or pharmacy provision, I
welcome you to join Taylors School of Pharmacy. Here,
you will enjoy a world-class education in a distinctive
learning environment.
This prospectus is an informative and helpful guide that
will answer many of your questions about Taylors,
reasons to study pharmacy and how to begin your
tertiary education. Should you require further guidance,
meet up with our knowledgeable and friendly
counsellors. Chart your future with us today and become
an outstanding pharmacist of tomorrow.

Professor Dato Dr. Hassan Said

Vice - Chancellor & President

Taylors University

At Taylors University we are constantly aspiring towards a culture of academic

excellence while at the same time ensuring our students receive a well rounded
education. From humble roots when we started in 1969, our founders had a vision of an
institution that is synonymous with teaching excellence and capable of producing
students with highest merits. This philosophy is practiced at every level of our
organisation from our teaching faculty to management of campus facilities and last but
not least into the psyche of our students so that they are armed with the right
knowledge to make their mark in their respective career fields.
As facilitators of a sound educational framework, our aim and focus is to prepare individuals to take their place as contributing members of the
community. We believe that we play a significant role in developing the nations youth into balanced yet competitive human capital capable of playing
their role in the development of the country. Today, we are recognised as one of Malaysias most successful and reputable private institutions of higher
learning with over 65,000 graduates. This reputation was carved by via our top-notch programmes and experienced lecturers.

This success has not gone unnoticed. We have under our belt various accolades that have further cemented our strong position in the education
industry. Our highest achievement is the official upgrade to University status. This recognition is a driving force for us to uphold the quality of our
teaching to meet Malaysia's agenda for a world-class, high income economy.

The Taylors Pledge

WISDOM is the culmination of vast knowledge. With it comes the ability to make sound judgment and decisions.
INTEGRITY is about right values and morals in life. It is the backbone that upholds strong and positive character.
EXCELLENCE is quality beyond experience. It is concerned with achieving the highest standards and outperforming the rest.

The Pathway
As an award winning University, we are proud to offer our students programmes at various foundation, diploma, undergraduate, postgraduate and
professional levels benchmarked against the highest international standards. We have continuously provided excellent services to our students in terms of
diverse study options, relevant curriculum and teaching methods, on- going partnerships with leading universities worldwide, strong industry linkages and
industry- relevant facilities.
Students have the opportunity of selecting from a wide range of options that will prepare them, upon graduation to take their productive place as leaders
in the global community. Whether your interest lies in professional courses (Accounting, Law, Engineering), the arts (Communications, Design), business
(Marketing, Hospitality) or the sciences (Medicine, Biotechnology), our programmes are conducted in collaboration with top- rated partner universities and
multi - national companies.

Awards
We have garnered numerous awards and accolades at the national and international levels. Some of our most recent recognitions are:
2011

Gold Award at the Putra Brand Award The Peoples Choice for Education and Learning category
Gold Award as Readers Digest Trusted Brand Award for Private University/College category
Long Term Research Grant Scheme (LRGS) of RM9million by Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE)

2010

Gold Award at the Putra Brand Award The Peoples Choice for Education and Learning category
Ranked Tier 5: Excellent in the MQA Rating System for Malaysian Higher Education Institutions (SETARA)

2009

Most Popular Student Choice of College/University by Trendence*

Most Popular Student Choice of College/University in Business/Accounting Management, Law, Hospitality & Tourism and Pre -University
Studies by Trendence*

2008

Brand Excellence Award (Services) by the Ministry of International Trade & Industry Malaysia (MITI) in recognition of industry excellence
PATA (Pacific Asia Travel Association) Gold Award in Education and Training category
Most Popular Student Choice of College/University by Graduates to Industry (GTI)*
Industry Excellence for Education Award 2008 (first runner- up) by the Malaysia Canada Business Council
*Europes leading consultancy on employer branding and recruitment research

Why Pharmacy @ Taylors

Partner University
Taylors School of Pharmacy has partnered

Board of examiners and results from Cardiff

Subject to independent review by Cardiffs
Academic Standards and Quality Committee

with the highly regarded Welsh School of

Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences at
Cardiff University, UK, which has a 90 year
progressive history in offering pharmacy
degree programmes

Established Reputation
and Track Record
More than 40 years of education excellence

The Welsh School of Pharmacy is recognised

for its high quality teaching and learning, an
excellent research record and academics who
are leading professionals in their disciplines

Unique teaching and learning approach

The faculty consists of highly qualified and

experienced lecturers who are experts in
their respective specialisations
Taylor's faculty have honorary lecturer
appointments with Cardiff University
Lecturers visit from Cardiff on a regular basis

Preferred by employers

University and 2+2 MPharm (Hons) is fully

Specialised Facilities and

Clinical Exposure

Programmes are benchmarked against, and

conducted in close collaboration with a
world-renowned partner university

accredited by the General Pharmaceutical

All equipment is of industry-level standard

Council (UK). The four (4)-year BPharm

Pharmaceutical Labs

Taylors Graduate Capabilities produces

globally- competitive graduates

Flexibility and Cost

Savings
Option to complete a 4-year BPharm (Hons) in
Malaysia (awarded by Taylors University) and
obtain an extra certificate, the Diploma in
Higher Education in Pharmaceutical Studies
(awarded by Cardiff University, UK) or a 2+2
MPharm (Hons) studied in part in Malaysia
and in part in the UK(awarded by Cardiff University)
The ability to complete the bachelors degree

Accreditation

Qualified and Dedicated

Faculty

The current MPharm (Hons) at Cardiff

(Hons) programme have approvals from the

General Pharmaceutical Council and

Wound Management and Clinical Skills Suite

Pharmacy Board of Malaysia to enrol

Physiology and Pharmacology Lab

students. The Welsh School of Pharmacy and

Dispensary Facility

Pharmaceutical Sciences is also recognised

by the Pharmacy Board of Malaysia.

Quality Assurance
by Cardiff University, UK
Fully accredited curriculum from Cardiff
Exams and assessment by Cardiff

locally and masters degree on a twinning

Marked at Taylors with marking scheme

from Cardiff

basis offers substantial benefits

Moderated by Cardiff

Aseptic Suite
Clerkship

Industrial Attachment
BPharm (Hons) students will undergo
industrial attachment in the
pharmaceutical industry in Malaysia

Taylors
Graduate Capabilities
A student who has achieved optimal performance is one who is a sum of many parts a fine balance between
academic, non-literary pursuits and a healthy dose of street smarts. At Taylors we strive to prepare students to
possess the right outlook for post-university life as they make their entry into the real world environment. In
order to achieve this, the Taylors Graduate Capabilities are embedded into every aspect of academic life to
ensure that all graduates are prepared to secure a bright future.

Get a head start

with a solid foundation
Foundations and skills for lifelong
learning
Learns autonomously
Able to acquire and manage information

Stand out
with professionalism
Communication skills
Ability to speak and write well
Able to organise synthesize and present
information effectively

Awareness of current global issues

Intrapersonal skills
Ability to manage time effectively
Understands the role of personal image

Problem-solving skills
Defines issues and analyse problems
comprehensively
Applies knowledge effectively and
applies theory to practise
Able to arrive at workable and effective
solutions

Cosmopolitan thinking and

intercultural competence
Forms opinion and articulates views
from a global perspective
Awareness of and sensitivity to

Ability to comprehend a wide variety of

literature

Stay on top and be in

demand with qualities
sought after by employers

and professionalism at work

Works independently in context of tasks
to be completed

cross -cultural differences

Interpersonal skills
Works with others in a team
Able to assume leadership in small
and / or big groups

Technology savvy skills

Effective use of ICT and related
technologies

First Modern
Tropical University Campus

Integrated Campus Experience

Our award winning** campus is set on 27 acres of tropical greenery and built around a 5.5 acre lake. It addresses the needs of traditional and
non- conventional students through an integrated community that is ecological and conducive for learning and leisure. This campus boasts world-class
educational facilities and amenities that prioritises the needs of our students.
Students can take advantage of the amenities offered including a student accommodation, our own hotel called Ruemz, a clinic, banks, food outlets,
convenience stores, a student life centre, sports arena and multi - purpose hall. There are also general learning resources such as a library, computer
labs, lecture theatres and laboratories.

** 2011 Gold Award in Category 5 (Education) for by PAM (Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia) & 2011 Global Interior Design Award

Accessibility
Nestled between the thriving townships of Subang,
Sunway and Puchong, the campus gives students
convenient access to a range of services. This ideal
location gives students easy access to various attractions
within

the

townships.

There

are

retail

outlets,

hypermarkets, shopping complexes, hospitals, banks,

places of worship and many other conveniences. For
leisure, students can head to theme parks and cinemas as
well as F&B outlets and family orientated entertainment
outlets.
Moving forward, our aim is to continuously look towards
enhancing our campus to ensure our students are
surroundetd in an environment that is not only
comfortable but also conducive.

Learn from the experts ...

Welcome to one of Malaysias oldest,
most successful and highly trusted private
institutions of higher learning. Whatever
your course of choice may be, you can be
assured of top quality educational standards
at Taylors University.

Professor Dr. Salmiah Binti Mohd Ali

Dean
PhD in Pharmacy Practice
University of Nottingham, UK
Research Focus
Various fields of pharmacy practice
Quantitative and qualitative research
(Computer Aided Qualitative Data Analysis using NVivo)

Dr. Syed Atif Abbas

Dr. Loganathan Veerappan

Dr. Sreenivas Patro Sisinthy

Deputy Dean
PhD in Pharmacology
Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia

Senior Lecturer & Programme Director

PhD in Pharmaceutical Microbiology
Bharathidasan University, Trichirappalli, India

Senior Lecturer
PhD in Pharmaceutical Technology
Berhampur University, Berhampur, India

Research Focus
Cardiovascular and renal pharmacology/physiology
Antihypertensive and hypoglycaemic effects of
herbal extracts

Research Focus
Preformulation studies
Formulation and evaluation of gastro
retentive drug delivery systems
Pharmaceutical microbiology

Research Focus
Oral controlled drug delivery systems
Fast dissolving drug delivery systems
Bioanalytical method development using HPLC

Dr. Manimaran Sellappan

Dr. Selvakumar Duraipandi

Senior Lecturer
PhD in Pharmacognosy
The Tamil Nadu Dr.M.G.R. Medical University, Chennai, India

Senior Lecturer
PhD in Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Gujarat University, India

Research Focus
Extraction and spray drying techniques of medicinal plants
Herbal formulation development and standardisation
Preparation and standardisation of traditional system of medicines
High Performance Thin Layer Chromatography (HPTLC)
standardisation of herbal drugs and their formulations

Research Focus
Medicinal chemistry (In silico design and synthesis
of SCMs) and natural products isolation and chemistry.
Standardisation of herbal products, analytical method
development and validation, formulation design
and development

Dr. Narendra Babu

Mr. Selvaraja Seerangam

Senior Lecturer
PhD in Medicinal Chemistry
University of Mysore, India

Senior Lecturer
Master in Philosophy (Pharmaceutical Technology)
College of Cardiff, University of Wales, UK

Research Focus
Drug design of small molecules
Synthetic chemistry of drugs
Computational medicinal chemistry

Research Focus
Pharmaceutical regulatory affairs
Quality assurance of pharmaceuticals

Ms. Wong Pei Nee

Ms. Lyna Irawati

Ms. Yee Siew Mei

Senior Lecturer
Master of Herbal Medicines
University of Sydney, Australia

Senior Lecturer
Master of Pharmacy (Clinical Pharmacy)
Curtin University, Australia

Lecturer
Master of Pharmacy (Clinical Pharmacy)
Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia

Research Focus
Pharmacy education and pharmacy practice

Research Focus
Clinical pharmacy, pharmacy practice and
pharmacy education

Research Focus
Clinical pharmacy and pharmacy practice

Spotlight on
Cardiff University, UK
Located in the vibrant and culturally rich capital city of
Cardiff in Wales, Cardiff University is renowned as one of
Britains leading teaching and research universities. The
University has a proud heritage of more than 125 years in
higher education, and today combines impressive modern
facilities and a dynamic approach to teaching and research.
Its breadth of expertise in research and research - led
teaching encompasses: the humanities; the natural, physical,
health, life and social sciences; engineering and technology;
preparation for a wide range of professions; and a
longstanding

commitment

to

life-long

learning.

The

University is committed to innovation and strives for

excellence in all areas of activity.

Established by Royal Charter in 1883; member of the Russell Group of Britains leading
research universities
Ranked 26th overall out of 114 universities in The Times Online Good University
Guide 2010
Over 27,000 students; international students from 100 countries comprise 17% of the
total student population
About 6,000 staff; two Nobel Laureates (chemistry and medicine)
27 academic schools and a graduate college; external accreditation of 84 vocational
programmes in these schools
Some 7,800 students graduate each year; 90% of them go on to employment or
further study
Recipient of four Queens Anniversary Prizes for Higher & Further Education

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With a strong academic reputation

and excellent facilities, Cardiff continues to
go from strength to strength.

The Guardian University Guide

Cardiff School
of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Welsh School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is long-established and has cultivated a strong tradition of
innovative pharmaceutical education, scientific research and service to the pharmacy profession in Wales and
around the globe for close to a century.
The School has produced generations of pharmacy graduates, who have and continue to be movers and shakers in
the pharmaceutical and other closely-related industries.

Established in 1919; one of 26 UK schools of pharmacy and the only one in Wales. One of the top
UK schools of pharmacy, as judged by nationally recognised standards

The School is strongly research-active with 85% of its research rated of international quality in the
2008 UK Research Assessment Exercise

Research covers aspects of all facets of the study of drugs, including: the discovery of new potential
drug entities, using synthetic chemistry; formulation of drugs to achieve targeted responses;
pharmacological studies of mechanisms of drug action; as well as researching elements of current
medical and pharmaceutical practice

Strong clinical reputation and professional engagement

Notable contributions to the development of practitioner workforce; houses the Welsh Centre for
Pharmacy Professional Education

Over 40 full-time academic staff and a further 60 research, technical and support staff

Has an active undergraduate student organisation, the Welsh Pharmacy Students Association, as
well as a Society for postgraduate students

Equal first (scoring 99%) amongst all UK schools of pharmacy on overall satisfaction in the 2010
National Student Survey

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Pharmacy at a Glance
Pharmacy is the branch of medical science concerned with medicines, especially their manufacture,
properties, supply, effects and appropriate use, and of course peoples health. Pharmacists are
experts in the biology and chemistry of medicines. They know how drugs are created, their impact
on the human body, their formulation into effective medicines and their use in treating diseases.
They work closely with doctors to ensure patients receive maximum benefit from their medications.
The scope of pharmacy practice includes traditional roles, such as compounding and dispensing medications, as
well as more modern services related to patient care, including providing clinical services, reviewing medications
for safety and effectiveness, giving in-depth drug information and discovering and developing new drugs.
Due to the rapid growth of the healthcare system, the increasing aging population and the booming
pharmaceutical and biotech industries, there is an unprecedented demand for pharmacists today in Malaysia and
worldwide. This trend is expected to continue as scientific advances create new types of drugs; new
developments occur in genome research and medication distribution systems; sophisticated customers seek more
information about drugs; and pharmacists become more directly involved in patient care.

Career Prospects in Pharmacy

A pharmacy degree prepares graduates for a variety of career opportunities in areas ranging from community
practice to hospitals to academia and pharmaceutical manufacturing companies.
Upon graduation and registration with the Pharmacy Board of Malaysia and /or the General Pharmaceutical
Council (UK) a majority of pharmacists will go into community pharmacies, hospitals and managed care facilities,
the pharmaceutical industry, academia and government agencies. New opportunities also exist in research and
disease management, pharmacogenomics (the relationship between a persons genetic makeup and his or her
response to drug treatments), pharmacoeconomics (the cost and benefit analysis of different drug therapies) and
pharmacy informatics (the use of information technology to enhance patient care).
The long-term job outlook for pharmacy graduates is very positive because the number of job openings in the
field and the need to replace pharmacists who leave the profession or retire will continue to exceed the number
of graduates produced by universities globally. Besides the abundance of job opportunities, a pharmacy career
promises attractive salaries and benefits, and most importantly, the satisfaction of caring for people every day.

The Pharmacists Role

A pharmacist is required to :

Work closely with other health professionals to select appropriate drug

therapy for patients, evaluate the success of the therapy and ensure
patients understand their medications

Dispense drugs prescribed by physicians and other health practitioners

Educate and inform patients about the use and possible effects of
medications

Advise physicians and health practitioners on the selection, dosages,

interactions and effects of medications

Maintain confidential records of patients' medications to ensure their

safety and monitor their progress

Provide specialised disease management services for patients with

conditions, such as diabetes or asthma

Prepare drug therapies in areas such as oncology and parenteral

nutritional support

Where can pharmacy take you?

Pharmacists can be found working across many different sectors.
Whether they are working with patients, researching medicines or teaching
at a university, together they play an integral role in the health of a nation.
Here are some areas where pharmacists can apply their skills and knowledge.

Community Pharmacist

Academic Pharmacist

Hospital Pharmacist

Regulatory Pharmacist

Primary Care Pharmacist

Veterinary Pharmacist

Industrial Pharmacist

Military Pharmacist

Programme Pathway
Students graduate with
Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons)
(Taylors University) &

Students graduate with

Master of Pharmacy (Hons)
(Cardiff University, UK)

Diploma in Higher Education

in Pharmaceutical Studies
(Cardiff University, UK)

Year 3 & 4

Year 3 & 4

Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons)

(Taylors University)

Master of Pharmacy (Hons)

(Cardiff University, UK)

Year 1 & 2

Pharmacy Programme @ Taylors University

A-Levels / SAM / CPU / STPM / IB / UEC / Foundation in Science / Others

SPM / O Levels / Equivalent

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Professional

Registration in Malaysia
Graduates are eligible for
registration with the
Pharmacy Board of the
Ministry of Health.

The requirements are :

Completion of the Provisionally
Registered Pharmacist training year and
experience; and passing the Pharmacy
Jurisprudence Examination.
Undertaken only at government
health-service institutions, which include
district and general hospitals, the
National Pharmaceutical Control Bureau
and teaching hospitals, such as Hospital
Universiti Sains Malaysia, University
Malaya Medical Centre and Hospital
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia.
The Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination
assesses knowledge and application of
Malaysian law regulating the sale and
supply of poisons.

Registered Pharmacist

Compulsory Service
(1 year)

Pupilage
Training
(1 year)

Postgraduate
Degree
(MSc / PhD)

BPharm / MPharm

Completion of a one-year period of

government service, which entitles the
graduate to full registration. Current
information about registration
requirements may be found at the
website of the Pharmaceutical Services
Division of the Ministry of Health http://www.pharmacy.gov.my

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Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons)

& Master
K PT/ JPS (K A9813) 10/1 5

These degree programmes incorporate scientific, clinical and professional knowledge

with communications skills to produce outstanding pharmacists who are able to
positively impact the healthcare system.
The curriculum provides an in - depth grounding in pharmaceutical sciences, physiology and
pharmacy practice. Students will enjoy various learning methods, from problem- based learning
to workshops and laboratory work, as well as be exposed to a variety of clinical experience.
The central focus of both programmes is on the patient in terms of the application of
knowledge of the pharmaceutical sciences. The programmes cover four main themes :

Pharmacology

Medicinal Chemistry

The study of how drugs work in living

organisms and how the body works in
health and disease (incorporating
genetics, biochemistry, immunology,
physiology, pathology and
microbiology)

The molecular properties of drugs

(the active ingredients within
medicines) and how to develop safe
and effective drugs

Drug Delivery
The design, manufacture, evaluation
and stability of pharmaceutical
products, such as tablets, creams,
eye drops and injectables using
appropriate quality standards

Pharmacy Practice
The development of pharmacists
professional roles, from interacting
with patients and other healthcare
professionals to dispensing
prescriptions and giving advice on
the use of medicines

Graduates will be ready to meet healthcare challenges and lead the discovery and delivery of medicines to
enhance and extend human life.

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of Pharmacy (Hons)

KPT/ JPS (K A9814) 10/1 5

The Pharmacy programme takes two forms :

Taylors University
BPharm (Hons)
programme

2+2 MPharm (Hons)

programme

Delivered entirely in Malaysia;

Derived from the current

based on the Cardiff

Cardiff University MPharm

University programme with a

(Hons) programme, accredited

curriculum adapted in the

by the General Pharmaceutical

final two years to exceed the

Council (UK) and taught for the

requirements of the

first two years at Taylors

Malaysian Pharmacy Board;

University with the final two

leads to a Taylors University

years delivered at Cardiff

award and Cardiff University

University; leads to a Cardiff

Diploma in Higher Education

University award.

in Pharmaceutical Studies.
The first two years of both programmes are common and delivered in
accordance with the requirements of Cardiff University.

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Programme Structure
YEAR

YEAR

Introduction to Physical Pharmacy

Chemical and Biological Properties of Drug Molecules
Molecule to Patient
The Role of the Pharmacist in Professional Practice
Structure and Function of Cells and Microbes
Human Body Systems

YEAR

Optimisation of Drug Design

Endocrine and Autacoid Therapeutics
Central Nervous System Therapeutics
Formulation Science II
Optimisation of Pharmaceutical Care
Quality Assurance

YEAR

Problem Solving in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Clinical and Professional Pharmacy
Pharmacy Advanced Research Specialisation
Introduction to Drug Design and Synthesis
Problem Solving in Pharmacy Practice
Formulation Science I
Applied Therapeutics in Pharmacy Practice
Instrumental Analysis
Cardiovascular, Respiratory and Gastrointestinal Therapeutics Pharmacy Research Project
Drug Disposition
Pharmaceutical Biotechnology and Clinical Immunology

Industrial Attachment
At Taylors School of Pharmacy students undergo a comprehensive industrial
training programme throughout their studies. The compulsory industrial attachment
provides a multifaceted view of the various roles a pharmacist plays in the three
major healthcare industry areas.
Industrial attachment at hospitals students will experience the operations of
stock control, dispensing drugs and medicines at major hospitals and health clinics
in Malaysia.
Community pharmacy placement students will experience the business
operations of community pharmacy establishments such as consultation, sales and
marketing, stock control and personnel training.
Industrial pharmacy attachment students will understand the manufacturing
and quality control processes set up at well-established pharmaceutical
manufacturing facilities.
Industrial attachment ensure the students acquire important soft skills such as
problem solving and communication as well as technical knowledge and expertise
such as dispensing drugs and medicine with diligence and utmost care.

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Entry Requirements
Programme

Minimum Entry Requirements

A Levels

Min. BBB, ABC or AAC in Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics /

Physics with B in Chemistry

English Requirements

South Australian
Matriculation ( SAM)

ATAR 75 including B in Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics /

Physics

Canadian Pre-University
(CPU)

6 Grade 12 U/M subjects including Grade 12 U English (if not

offering other English Language qualification). Min. 70% in each
and min. 75% in Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics / Physics

* GSCE / IGCSE, Grade C

* IELTS Band 6.5 (Overall & in each component)
* TOEFL (Paper base 580 with TWE 4.0 / Internet
Base 90)

Monash University
Foundation Year (MUFY)

Min. of 75% in Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics / Physics

Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan

Malaysia (STPM)

Min. CGPA 3.00 including with at least B in Chemistry

International
Baccalaureate (IB)

Min. 34 points including scores of 6 in Chemistry and Biology,

Mathematics / Physics at Higher Level (HL)

Taylors Foundation
in Science

Pass with CGPA 3.50 with at least B in Chemistry

Matriculation in Science

CGPA 3.00 and above including B in Chemistry

Diploma in Science

CGPA 3.75 and above including B in Chemistry

First Degree in a science

subject

CGPA 2.75 and above

HSC-New South Wales

UAI average of 80% including Chemistry

Other Qualifications

An assessment will be made on submission of the qualification

certificates and any other relevant supporting information

Health Requirements
Candidates must be medically certified as
physically fit to carry out pharmacy training.

Interview Sessions
All eligible candidates are required to attend an
interview. The interview panel will include the
Dean of Taylors School of Pharmacy. The
application of all successful interviewees will be
reviewed and approved by a member of the
Faculty and a representative of the Cardiff School
of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences.

Intake
August

Other equivalent qualifications that are permitted by the accrediting bodies will be considered

NOTE:
The above minimum entry requirements may be subject to change to meet the requirements of the Malaysian Pharmacy
Board and the General Pharmaceutical Council (UK).
Pre-condition: Pass SPM / O Level with 5Bs each in Biology. Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics or Additional Mathematics
and another subject. Malaysian students are required to attain a credit in Bahasa Melayu and English.
All information is correct of time of printing (February 2013) and is subject to change.

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School of Pharmacy

Facilities

The School of Pharmacys laboratory facilities include state-of-the-art

equipment used in pharmacology, medicinal chemistry, industrial
pharmacy and drug information. Our facilities include: calorimetric
equipment, physical testing apparatus, such as disintegration tester,
friability tester, hardness tester, tapped density tester and eight stage
dissolution tester, thermal analysis instrumentation, double-beam
spectrophotometer, inverted fluorescent microscope, rotap sieve
shaker, rotary tablet machine, GC, HPLC, FTIR and light scattering
instrumentation that is able to perform static and dynamic
measurements. In addition, we have a sophisticated Aseptic Suite,
Dispensary Facility, Biological Science Lab and Chemical Analysis Lab.

Pharmaceutics Lab

Aseptic Suite

This lab is specifically created to teach product and

In this sterile preparation suite,

process development. Here, students learn

students will learn the theory and

procedures and methods for pharmaceutical product

skills relating to the specialised

development, small to medium scale manufacturing

dispensing of injectables and other

and product quality control and stability testing.

sterile medicines. This clean room

The lab has much modern machinery and equipment,

facility mimics those found in

such as:

hospitals and in the pharmaceutical

10 station rotary tablet machines

industry. The facility meets the GMP

High-intensity mixers, precision blenders and

Disintegration Tester

coating equipment to manufacture a wide

Class A and B requirements as it is

Rotary Tablet Machine

variety of dosage forms

air flow hood.

Quality control apparatus, namely disintegration

tester, friability tester, hardness tester, tapped
density tester, and dissolution tester
Perkin Elmer Fourier Transform Infrared
Spectrophotometer
UV-Visible Spectrophotometers
Karl Fisher apparatus
Other general instrumentation that aid in
measuring moisture, conductivity, surface and
Friability Tester

interfacial tension and thermal effects

fitted with HEPA filters and laminar

Perkin Elmer Fourier Transform

Infrared Spectrophotometer (FTIR)

Biosafety Level 2 Facilities

Biological
Science Lab

Dispensary Facility

This lab is equipped with

the specification of an active community pharmacy for the

modern teaching benches

practice of pharmacy. It is used for all aspects of practice,

and equipment for the

including counselling patients and health education. This

study of physiology,

facility is also part of a Clinical Skills Suite, with a mock

microbiology,

hospital ward, where students will learn clinical skills

biochemistry,

relating to hospital and community practice. It comprises

pharmacology and

over 20 computers for labelling medicines and maintaining

genetics. It is complete

patient medication records.

This mock dispensary has been built, designed and fitted to

with centrifuges, Real

Time-PCR machine,

Chemical Analysis Lab

laminar air flow,

This lab is fitted out with top notch shared core

biological safety cabinet,

instrumentation. It houses a wide range of high-quality,

2-D electrophoresis

modern equipment, operated and maintained by qualified

system and fluorescence

personnel. The facility is used to provide routine chemical

motorised inverted

and biological sample analysis; training to students and

microscope.

postdoctoral associates to run the self-service equipment;

and opportunities for collaborative research in chemical
analysis. It is also utilised for analysing gases, liquids and
solids in pure or complex mixture forms. The lab is equipped

Pharmacology Teaching Equipment

High Performance Liquid

Chromatography (HPLC)

with GC, HPLC, AAS, FTIR, a variety of spectrophotometers

and a freeze -drier.

Student Experience
at Taylors
THE STUDENT EXPERIENCE DEPARTMENT
provides students with a wide range of support services focusing on Awesome
Customer Experience. Students are assured that their needs will be met as they
strive to complete their higher education.
Our programmes emphasise character building, global outlook, communication
skills, employability, leadership, interpersonal and intrapersonal skills,
sportsmanship and many more.

Career Ser vices

Student Development Hub

Career Services assists students in planning and deciding on

Student Development Hub guides and nurtures students to be all

career pathways, preparing for job searches and interviews and

rounder by creating opportunities for them to participate

enhancing their employment opportunities. Areas of focus are:

actively in leadership, global exchange, creative thinking,

character building and community service initiatives. Areas of

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Career and Employment Fairs

Career Counselling

Career Resource Centre

Community Service Activities

Employability Skills

Student Exchange Programmes

Industry Visits

Student Interest Groups

Internships

Student Leader Groups

Job Placements

Resume Review

Talks and Workshops

focus include:

University
Student Experience Assistance

Sports and Recreation Centre

Through our services, we aim to develop students with these

Sports and Recreation Centre provides students a platform to lead

characteristics: positive mind-set, strong drive toward recognition,

a healthy and positive lifestyle through various sporting, fitness

compassion for others, and value team spirit in diversity and

and recreational activities. Areas of focus are:

appreciate a healthy, balanced lifestyle. Student Experience assists

and supports students study life and campus experience through

Coaching and Competitions

the delivery of a broad range of non-academic student services.

Quality On-Campus Facilities

Deliverables are gauged by:

Recreational Activities

Sport Clubs

Accessibility

Quality of services

Quantifiable results

Responsibility

Service responses

International Office
International Office promotes the well-being and social interaction
of international students and helps them adapt to a new and
diverse learning environment. Areas of focus include:

Student Central
Student Central is a one-stop centre for students to seek assistance
in non-academic and general administrative matters. This division
delivers

integrated

services

in

collaboration

with

relevant

departments to give students the support and assistance they need

throughout their duration of studies. Areas of focus are:

Collection Centre

Information and Documentation

Enquiry

Online Services

E-Service Request

Other Services

Feedback

Registration

Welfare and Social Interaction

SIME DARBY
MEDICAL CENTRE
SUBANG JAYA
GRAND DORSETT
SUBANG JAYA

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American Degree Transfer Program

Architecture Building Design
Biosciences
Business
Communication
Computing & IT
Design
Education
Engineering
Hospitality, Tourism & Culinary Arts
Law
Medicine
Pharmacy
Pre -U Studies
Foundation in Communication
Foundation in Computing
Foundation in Design
Foundation in Natural and Built Environments
Foundation in Science
Taylors Business Foundation
Cambridge A Levels
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Canadian Pre-University
South Australian Matriculation

Disclaimer:
Publication in this prospectus contains information which is current as of February 2013. Changes in circumstances after this date may
impact upon the accuracy or timeliness of the information. Taylors University does its best to ensure that the information contained herein
is accurate, but reserves the right to change any information described in this prospectus without notice. Readers are responsible for
verifying information that pertains to them by contacting the university.

School of Pharmacy
Taylors University KPT (JPS) 600-07/67/Jld.I (19) (KPT/JPS/DFT/US/B21)
Taylors Lakeside Campus
No. 1, Jalan Taylors, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia
Tel : 603-5629 5000
Fax : 603-5629 5001
E-mail : admissions@taylors.edu.my
Penang Office

Tel: 604-226 3859

Fax: 604-226 3876

JB Office

Tel: 607-226 5433

Fax: 607-226 5434

Kuantan Office

Tel: 609-566 3709

Fax: 609-566 3710

Kuching Office

Tel: 6082-410 818/417 909

Fax: 6082-410 616

KK Office

Tel: 6088-486 936/486 937

Fax: 6088-486 938

www.taylors.edu.my