Overview
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Pharmaceutical Sciences at Taylor’s University is a research-intensive programme designed to provide rigorous training across various scientific disciplines essential for modern pharmaceutical scientists. This programme prepares students for careers in the pharmaceutical industry, government sectors, and academia.
Key Research Areas
Clinical Pharmacy and Pharmacy Practice
- Community pharmacy
- Digital Health and Innovation
- Disease burden studies
- Legislative and regulatory pharmacy
- Medication safety and optimization
- Pharmacoeconomics
- Pharmacoinformatics
- Quality of life studies
- Social and administrative pharmacy
Pharmaceutical Technology
- Bioequivalence studies
- Controlled-release drug delivery systems
- Fast-dissolving drug delivery systems
- Pre-formulation studies
- Transdermal/Topical drug delivery systems
Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Phytochemistry
- Analytical method development and validation
- Computational medicinal chemistry
- Design and development of herbal formulations
- Extraction of herbal drugs
- Isolation and characterization of herbal constituents
- Medicinal chemistry (organic synthesis)
Pharmacology
- Antimicrobials
- Anti-inflammation
- Cancer Pharmacology
- Diabetes Pharmacology
- Pharmacology and Toxicology of herbal extracts
- Stem cells and exosomes
Pharmacy Education
- Interprofessional Education
- Innovation in teaching and learning
Requirements
| Qualification | Requirements |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degree | A Master’s degree in a related field. |
| Bachelor’s Degree | A Bachelor’s degree with a minimum CGPA of 3.67, registered as a Master’s candidate, and passed a related qualifying assessment. |
| Other Qualifications | Equivalent qualifications recognized by the Malaysian Government or accepted by Taylor’s University Senate. |
| English Language | – IELTS: 6.0. – TOEFL iBT: 60. |
Fees
Taylor’s University Common Fees
Here’s a summary of the Application, Processing, and other fees for international students
| Fee Type | Amount in USD |
|---|---|
| International Student Enrolment Fee | US$ 651 |
| Health Insurance | US$ 110 |
| International Student Charge | US$ 698 |
| International Student Annual Fee | US$ 535 |
| EMGS Visa Fee | US$ 316 |
| E-Visa Approval Letter | US$ 37 |
| International Security Deposit | US$ 698 |
| Total Fees | US$ 3045 |
Tuition Fee For International Students
| Details | Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| Total | USD 12,988 |