faculty of pharmaceutical sciences sec product briefing 2014

Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences

PRODUCT BRIEFING

1. Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons)2. Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Chemistry & 3. Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Technology

18 March 20141000IUCC

UCSI University


Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) Master Science in Pharmaceutical Chemistry/ Pharmaceutical TechnologyPROGRAM MARKETING PROGRAM MARKETING

Position FPS as a preferred choice for Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons) in Malaysia and in the region with

pedagogy in student-centered learning; linked to two Masters programmes with research in drug &

development

Masters taught by faculties of pharmaceutical sciences for working adults aiming at career advancement Positioning

Excellent value proposition with high quaility professional programme

Value Proposition Good value proposition for obtaining postgradute degree taught by professional faculties of pharmaceutical sciences

UCSI Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons), a preferred professional pharmacy degree with innovative pedagogy in student-centered learning and a focus in retuning to

the society

Learning schedule flexible for working adults; Career advancement to various industries, including

pharmaceutical industries; Masters in sciences linked to Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, opportunity to link to

drug entities research & development

Key Messages

Received full accreditation; good feedbacks from employers that graduates are competent and

compassionate; strong student involvement in public health campaigns, thus returning to the society; "good

value for money"

Key Attributes

Adaptative schedule for working adults; taught by professional faculties; link to drug development & research

The preferred professional pharmacy degree with innovation in student-centered learning and the element

of contributing to the society

Compelling Tagline

Earn a postgrdaute degree taught by professionals of the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences while continue working,

aiming at career advancement

Emailed Mr. Leong Sat Sing13 February 2014


2000-2004

• Universiti Sains Malaysia

• 4+0 External Pharmacy Programme

2003-2005

• Curtin University, Perth, Australia

• Twinning Pharmacy Programme

2005-Present

• Own UCSI Pharmacy Programme

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Bachelor of Pharmacy (Hons)

INTAKES: August of each year

Duration: 4 years (8 semesters)

Malaysian Pharmacy BoardPost arrangements for Malaysians:

1 year of clerkship1 year of compulsory services

Current MarketPublic Universities

USM

UM

UKM

UiTM

IIUM

Private Universities

UCSI University (recognised)

IMU (recognised)

AIMST (recognised)

CUCMS (recognised)

Segi

MAHSA

MSU

Asia Metropolitan University (Masterskill)

Taylor’s

Monash

Nothingham (recognised)

Faculty of Pharmaceutical SciencesBPharma (Hons)

Strengths

• Started in 2000, total of 13 years of history

• Experienced academic and supporting staff with experience in various earlier pharmacy programmes of USM and Curtin University

1.

• Total of 12 batches of graduates; graduated more than 600 registered pharmacists in Malaysia2.

• Fully accreditated programme by the Malaysian Pharmacy Board3.

• Emphasize on holistic student development

• 13 years of Public Health Campaign: bring health awareness to different levels4.

• Innovative teaching methods

• Problem based learning ensures bridging of academics to clinical practice in hospitals

• Ensure total hands-on on instrument and practicals

5.

• One to one undergraduate student research with researcher: several publications in research journals from students’ research work

6.

BPharm (Hons)Entry Qualifications

• Minimum B in Chemistry

• Minimum CGPA 3.0

• Malaysians to have SPM “C” in BM & BI

• MUET min band 4

STPM

• Minimum 3Bs in Chemistry, Biology, Maths or 2A1C or 1A1B1C, min B in Chemistry

• SPM “C” in BM & BI

• MUET band 4

A-Level

• Minimum CGPA of 3.0 with min B in Chemistry


• SPM 5Bs in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths (or Add Maths) and one other SPM subject

• MUET band 4

Local Matriculation

• Minimum CGPA 3.5 with min B in Chemistry



• MUET band 4

Foundation in Science

• Minimum CGPA of 2.75 Relevant degree

• Minimum CGPA of 3.5 with min B in Chemistry



• MUET band 4

Diploma in Pharmacy

• Minimum CGPA 3.75 with min B in Chemistry



• MUET band 4

Diploma in Science

• Minimum CGPA of 2.75 Relevant degree

• Minimum ATAR of 80% inclusive of 80% in Chemistry, Maths, Biology/ PhysicsSAM

• Minimum 85% average inclusive 80% Chemistry, Maths, Biology/ Physics

• Minimum B in SPM Biology if not in CPUCPU

• Minimum B3 in Chemistry, B4 in Maths, B4 in Biology/ PhysicsUEC

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDING APPROVAL BY PHARMACY BOARDProcess: Interview Faculty writes to LFM Approval for admission

All above is required to fulfill:SPM “C” in BM & BISPM 5Bs in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths (or Add Maths) and one other SPM subjectMUET band 4

English Requirement

• Minimum 6 IELTS overall & every section OR

• Minimum Band 4 MUET

• Faculty will write to LFM for approval with IELTS

• Conditional Offer of fulfilling English requirement before 1 Dec of admission year

Admission Interview for BPharm (Hons)

• Admission interview– Purpose: to assess the competent level and interest level

of potential students for the profession in pharmacy

– FPS only liaise with SEC Admission Officer (Leanne)

– SEC Counselor to liaise with Leanne for screening and interview arrangement

– Leanne to inform FPS CA for interview

– Before the interviews, CA will inform lecturers of the interview duties and enter basic information to the interview forms

– Chemistry quiz to all candidates, except STPM & A-level

Q&A

for BPharm (Hons)

Overview of the Master Programme

Approved by MQA(N/421/7/0001;11/2015)(N/727/0006; 02/2016)

Mixed Mode Structure

Course Duration

• Course works

• Research/Dissertation

• 1-3 years

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New Intakes 2014

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Feb 2014

Aug 2014

MastersEntry Qualification

• BSc in Pharmacy

• BSc in related science degrees

• BPharm (Hons)

• Minimum average of 60% or CGPA 3.0

Master of Science in

Pharmaceutical Chemistry

• BSc in Pharmacy

• BPharm (Hons)

• Science graduates need bridging course

• Minimum average of 60% or CGPA 3.0

Master of Science in

Pharmaceutical Technology

English Language Requirements

Tests Requirements

IELTS 6.0

TOEFL 570/230/105

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• FPS only liaise with SEC Admission Officer (Leanne)• SEC Counselor to liaise with Leanne for screening and

interview arrangement• Leanne to inform FPS Head of Postgraduate &

Research for interview

Exemption from English Language Requirements may be granted (for Masters only)

Malaysians

•An applicant who has obtained a degree from any public university in Malaysia

•An applicant who has obtained a degree with English as its medium of instruction and completed secondary school in English or scored SPM English or equivalent English B and above

•Student to send a draft research outline

•SEC Admission Officer to receive final approval from Faculty before issuing offer letter

International Students

•Provide supporting evidence from the university that the programme undertaken was conducted in the English Language

•Student to send a draft research outline before interview

•Faculty to interview

•SEC Admission Officer to receive final approval from Faculty before issuing offer letter

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Masters Graduation Requirements

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Graduation

Academic Results

CGPA of 3.0

Enrolments

Course Works Research/Dissertation

Q&A

for Masters

FPS Marketing Planning Jan – Dec 2014

Target student numbers for 2014

BPharm (Hons) 100

Masters 15


FPS Marketing Planning Jan – Dec 2014BPharm (Hons)

Activities Venue/ event Proposed time SEC support needed

1. Hands-on workshop & seminar

Conference Room & Pharmacy Labs

First one done in 14 & 15Dec 2013

Weekends in March 2014 to parallel to A Level & STPM result release

Confirmed DATES: 29 & 30 March 2014 and 12 & 14 April 2014

(information refers to flyers; RSVP through Li Jen of FPS; limited seats; first come, first served)

SEC to liaise with agents from various sites to send potential students for the seminars

SEC to advice on the dates of adverts before the seminar and other means to attract potential customers for the workshop


FPS Marketing Planning Jan – Dec 2014BPharm (Hons)


2. Highlight research work of undergraduate students and their publications in newspapers article and FPS website

FPS website Points sent to Marina of GCA and awaiting the final touch up for FPS website publication

Awaiting arrangement for newpaper articles on this; proposed in March, May, June, July and August for ads/ write-ups

SEC to advice and plan the newspapers ads and the compliment article write up



(Masters)


1. Research seminar & programme briefing to graduating science students from other institutions

Various universities identified

First one done by FPS on 11 Feb 2014 at Nilai University to their final year Bachelor of Biotechnology

Contact list has been forwarded to Ms. Malar of SEC

Others in the planning include:TARUCPharmaceutical companies

Effective eBlast & follow-up



(Masters)


2. Website advertisements

Website First one done in Dec 2013

Propose another 1 in early May and mid Oct 2014

SEC web advert’s officer to support (Ms. Yeo)

3. Industry Day research seminar to staff from chemical & pharmaceutical industries

UCSI conference, PG lab

1 day event on 26 June 2014

SEC to support the advertisement design and informing potential candidates


faculty of pharmaceutical sciences sec product briefing 2014

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