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Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science (Honours) - School of Pharmacy (Monash Malaysia)

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KPT/JPT (N/0916/6/0011) 12/28 - MQA/SWA17107

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KPT/JPT (N/0916/6/0011) 12/28 - MQA/SWA17107

The course is designed to provide a clear and smooth pathway from Bachelor degree to a higher degree by research study, primarily PhD degree. The course gives an optimal blend of pharmaceutical science knowledge and skills with research experience in the selected area of research. Students can select the coursework modules of their interest to customise their study towards their specific research topic. The main component of the program is a research project under supervision of an academic expert in the field.

This course comprises 48 credit points including research (36 credit points) and coursework (12 credit points). The coursework component consists of the modules selected by students based on their research interest.

To apply for the Honours research degree, you need to:

Step 1: Check for your eligibility requirements

Please click here to find out more information on entry requirements, fees, intake period, and career pathways.

For acceptance as an Honours candidate, the applicant must:

have a suitable academic background;
be accepted as a potential candidate by a supervisor; and
have a suitable research project as a basis for the degree studies.

Step 2: Find your supervisor from the list of academics.

Step 3: Submit your Project Application

Project Application for students interested in applying for the Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science (Honours) P3701.

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What is GPA at Monash?

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GPA is calculated on a 4.0 scale from your grades rather than your marks: High Distinction 4.0, Distinction 3.0, Credit 2.0, Pass 1.0, Near pass 0.7, Fail and Hurdle fail 0.3, Withdrawn fail 0.0. Some results, such as SFR and NE, are not counted. Your GPA is shown in WES and on your transcript. Malaysia also uses a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) with different values: High Distinction 4.0, Distinction 3.67, Credit 2.85, Pass 2.15, Near pass 1.7, Fail and Hurdle fail 1.15, Withdrawn fail 0.0. It is not on your academic record, so you request a CGPA letter.

How do I withdraw from a unit?

Australia: withdraw through WES while enrolment changes are open. Before the census date there is no fee and no record; after it, you keep the fee liability and the unit shows as a withdrawal. If you are on a student visa you have study load requirements to maintain: Monash's study load page says you can reduce your load only in compassionate or compelling circumstances, unless you are in your final year and will finish within the time on your CoE. Malaysia: after the census date a withdrawn unit shows as WD-LATE or WD-FAIL, and the date you withdraw can affect fee refunds and your academic record. The last day to withdraw without academic penalty is before the WD-LATE date ends; the dates are in Monash Malaysia's Principal Dates. With a Student Pass, going below 24 credit points a semester is an underload: it needs approval, it can never go below 18 credit points, and below 18 you have to apply for intermission.

How many hours can I work on a student visa?

The rules are each country's, not Monash's, and they are different. Australia: work rights for student visa holders are set by the Australian Government, and the cap has changed several times in recent years. Monash's page links to the current Department of Home Affairs conditions - always confirm the number there before relying on it. Malaysia: with a Student Pass you may work only during semester breaks or public holidays of more than seven days, and for no more than 20 hours a week, at restaurants, petrol kiosks, mini markets or hotels; the page lists jobs that are not allowed. Every job has to be approved by the Immigration Department: you apply through the International Student Pass office and must be there in person when the application is submitted.

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