Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) (Monash Malaysia)

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The world needs pharmacists.

As the global population grows and ages, and as medicines become more complex, the need for pharmacists intensifies. Pharmacists are the experts on medicines and the way they interact with the body, and they play a vital role in improving the health of their communities.

The Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) will give you the knowledge, experience and expertise you need to make a difference from the moment you graduate as a medicine expert and healthcare professional. As part of your pharmacy degree, you'll cover the applied pharmaceutical sciences, enabling sciences, clinical and therapeutic sciences, and pharmacy practice, and gain the professional skills and other attributes required of a pharmacist. You'll have the skills and knowledge to help patients understand and use medication, and contribute to new drug development and innovation.

By studying at Monash University Malaysia, renowned as one of the best universities for pharmacy in Malaysia, you will benefit from state-of-the-art facilities and quality education that will prepare you to be a leader in the pharmaceutical field.

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Course structure

Why Monash?

Career paths

Entry requirements

Duration

4 years

Intake

February

Fees

In 2027, the annual tuition fees for this course are:

• RM62,400 for Malaysian students
• RM74,400 for international students.

General fees

• Application (once only) - RM100
• Registration (once only) - RM200
• General amenities (per semester) - RM100
• International student pass application - Click here.

You'll cover six fundamental themes in the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours):

A. Structure and function of the body (how the body works)

These studies will provide you with the foundational understanding and knowledge of the human body, including studies of anatomy, physiology and biochemistry relevant to pharmacists.

B. Drug structure, disposition, and action (how medicines work)

You’ll learn the important aspects for a molecule to become a medicine, and how medicines produce their effects. This will include studies of medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, pharmaceutics and pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics.

C. Professional practice (what pharmacists do)

These studies will equip you with the sociocultural context in which the pharmacist and the client operate, social and health practice issues, ethical, legal context of pharmacy, and relevant professional and social values necessary for practice.

D. Comprehensive care

Through these studies, you’ll acquire knowledge about diseases and disorders and their management. You’ll understand the relationship between pathophysiology and the design and use of drugs in treating various health conditions.

E. Inquiry and innovation

These studies will build upon problem-solving and innovative thinking skills developed in previous units. You’ll apply these skills to conduct a project and explore innovative solutions in a laboratory, clinical, social or business environment.

F. Professional experience

You’ll participate in work-based training and experiential programs in a variety of settings to develop and give context for your skill development.

More information

The Monash University Handbook has detailed information about the course structure and requirements.

Download the course map here.

Ranked #2 in the world

Monash University is ranked #2 in the world for pharmacy and pharmacology (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026).

International standards

This course uses the same robust, current and evolving curriculum offered at the Parkville campus in Australia.

Professionally accredited

The Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) is accredited by the Australian Pharmacy Council and Pharmacy Board of Malaysia.

Changing how you learn

Monash is the only university in Asia using MyDispense, an award-winning online simulation tool that allows you to develop confidence and skills in learning how to dispense medicines. You’ll also be studying in our cutting-edge professional practice suite, purpose-built to support new formats of teaching and practice in a virtual environment and the first of its kind in Malaysia.

Practical experience

Experiential placements give you the opportunity to integrate classroom learning with real-world experience and develop your pharmacy professional skills. In addition to interning in a variety of settings including private hospitals, rural clinics and community pharmacies, you’ll undergo an in-house industrial training program.

Study abroad

Meet the requirements and you may be able to transfer to the Parkville campus in Australia at the end of your first (one plus three) or second (two plus two) year.

An active student community

Most of our events and activities are organised by and for our students who enjoy being fully engaged in uni life. The Monash University Pharmacy Society is especially known for their annual public health campaign, which mobilises our pharmacy students to offer health screenings and improve public awareness on critical health topics.

The demand for pharmacists in Malaysia and the region is high, and pharmacists will remain a sought-after profession in the foreseeable future. You'll be able to find employment in the following sectors:

• community pharmacy
• hospital pharmacy
• government (regulatory affairs)
• pharmaceutical industry
• armed services
• education and research.

Note: To be a registered pharmacist in Malaysia, you must complete an additional one-year, pre-registration program under the supervision of the Pharmacy Board of Malaysia.

To enter Monash University, students must satisfy particular academic, English language, age requirements and the Pharmacy Board of Malaysia’s requirements.

Entry score

You will need the following entry scores for the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours):

*The undergraduate entry requirements published are for students who commence the MUFY program in 2024.

**The Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA) accepts a minimum D Grade in A Level to be equivalent to the STPM Pass grade. For more information, please click here.

In addition to Monash University’s entry requirements, ALL students applying for the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) MUST fulfil the Pharmacy Board of Malaysia’s requirement. Please refer to the prerequisites requirement for more details.

Prerequisites

The subject prerequisites are:

• Chemistry (Australian Year 12 equivalent)
• Biology (Australian Year 12 equivalent)
• Higher level Mathematics (Australian Higher Year 12 equivalent)

Additional requirements

• Submit a declaration form on personal conduct and professional competencies
• Pass an aptitude test and/or an interview and/or university entrance examination
• Malaysian students must obtain at least a C grade in Bahasa Melayu (Malay language) and English in the Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM), or equivalent before enrolling into the course.
• Meet minimum entry requirements set by the Pharmacy Board of Malaysia (subject to change). Click here for details.

Courses with maths and science prerequisite subjects

If the course you are applying for requires maths and/or science as prerequisite subjects, you can meet the requirements in the following ways:

• Australian Year 12 or International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme: You must meet the maths and/or science prerequisite subject required for your chosen course as specified above.
• Other qualifications recognised by Monash: If you have completed maths and/or science subjects in the relevant discipline at the required grade level, it is assumed that you have knowledge equivalent to the Australian Year 12 (VCE equivalent) prerequisite subject required for your chosen course. It is strongly recommended that you check that you have covered the assumed knowledge required for your course by completing the Assumed Knowledge Skills Analysis. This online activity includes multiple-choice questions based on your prior studies and helps you identify areas for revision, so you can start your course feeling confident and prepared. Once you accept your Monash offer and set up your student account you can complete the Assumed Knowledge Skills Analysis before starting your course.

These guidelines do not apply to the Bachelor of Medical Science or Doctor of Medicine.

Inherent requirements

Inherent requirements are embedded in your course and unit learning outcomes and form part of your unit's assessment regime. It’s essential that you can demonstrate core behaviours, activities, tasks, skills and attributes during learning activities, including professional industry-based experiences.

"My learning experience at Monash was fantastic. There was a good balance between lecture-taught and self-directed learning. The well-developed course structure, knowledge-rich content, work-based training and the focus on developing strong communication skills helped me to enter the working world confidently."

Eunice Law Xue Min Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) Senior Regulative Affairs Executive at Viatris

Frequently asked questions about the Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours)

How long does it take to complete the Bachelor of Pharmacy at Monash Malaysia?

The Bachelor of Pharmacy (Honours) takes four years of full-time study. The intake is in February, and you'll study at our campus in Sunway City, Selangor. After Year 1 or Year 2, you can also choose to transfer to our Parkville campus in Melbourne, Australia.

Is this pharmacy course accredited in Malaysia and Australia?

Yes. The program is accredited by the Pharmacy Board of Malaysia and the Australian Pharmacy Council, and it is recognised by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). This recognition in both countries gives you more options for where you train and build your career.

What will I study in this pharmacy course in Malaysia?

You'll learn how the body works, how medicines are designed and how they act in the body. You'll also learn how to care for patients safely and ethically. You'll practise dispensing with MyDispense, our online simulation tool, and build skills in our Professional Practice Suite. Each year, you'll apply your learning through projects and professional experience.

Will I get hands-on experience during my degree?

Yes. You'll complete placements in settings such as private hospitals, rural clinics and community pharmacies. You'll also complete industrial training. These placements help you build confidence with real patients and prepare you for practice after graduation.

How do I become a registered pharmacist in Malaysia?

After you graduate, you'll need to complete a one-year pre-registration program supervised by the Pharmacy Board of Malaysia. Once you finish this training, you can register as a pharmacist and begin practising.

What do I need to apply for this pharmacy course in Malaysia?

You need Chemistry, Biology and higher-level Mathematics at Year 12 level or equivalent. Malaysian students also need at least a C in SPM Bahasa Melayu and English. You'll also need to complete a declaration form and may be asked to do an aptitude test or interview. Check the entry requirements section of this page for the latest minimum scores.

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