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MSc Applied Sciences, by Research

Approval Code	KA 10188;07/2014
Classification	MSc
Subject Area	Applied Sciences
Course Mode	Full Time / Part Time
Course Duration	Minimum 1.5 Years of Full Time study Minimum 2 Years of Part Time study
Course Location	UCSI University, Kuala Lumpur Campus
Intakes	January, May and September

Programme Overview

Applied Sciences in the area of Biotechnology and Food Sciences has been considered one of the key economy engines leading the world in health sciences, food and fuel production. The government of Malaysia had launched the National Biotech Policy on April 28, 2005 and Biotechnology is one of the focus for Malaysia's growth. In addition, efforts had been put into promoting Malaysia as the main Halal Hub for Halal food processing and production. Thus, various new investment s, as well as traditional companies, have invested in these areas to create an ever - increasing job market for individuals trained in these areas. Hence, this programme aims at training potential people into the best brains in these areas.

M.Sc. (Applied Science) by research aims at providing graduates with enhanced knowledge of relevant areas of Applied Sciences (e.g. Biotechnology, Food Science and Nutrition) and the ability to apply and adapt this knowledge obtained in their future careers. These graduates could apply the principles and methods of scientific inquiries and research designs to plan and explore a research question in the specialized field of Applied Sciences, operate key instruments in this specialized area and to critically analyse, interpret information related to current issues and controversies in the sciences from a variety of sources.

Thus, they could conduct independent research and be equipped also with enhanced valuable transferable skills such as presentation techniques, communication skills (both written and oral), information and data handling, problem-solving, team work and the use of information technology. Furthermore, they would also recognize the importance of lifelong learning and be ready to meet any challenges due to globalization.

Teaching and Learning Features

This MSc programme which focuses on research (thesis and publication) as the major requirement for its degree qualification requires students to obtain a pass in its two compulsory courses i.e. Research Methodology for Scientists and Academic Communication. Thus, students must present their research proposal in the Module Master Research Project Planning and obtain a "B – 70% and above" marks prior to beginning their research project. Research work is graded as Satisfactory (S) or Unsatisfactory (U), and students must obtain "S" on their research progress report as well as their supervisor's recommendation each semester to enable them to continue their candidature until their thesis submission. To obtain their degree, students must complete their research project and defend their research dissertation. Thereafter, they are encouraged to present their research at research seminars and conferences and also to publish their findings in scientific journals.

In addition, MSc students will also be exposed to current issues and technological advances in Applied Sciences through various seminars by academia / industry players in their respective specialised area.

Course Outline

Semester 1	Research Methodology for Scientists Academic Communication Master Research Project Planning and Proposal Presentation
Semester 2	Master Research I *
Semester 3	Master Research II *
Semester 4	Master Research III *
* Science lab classes

MSc Biotechnology

Approval Code	KA 9411;03/2014
Classification	MSc
Subject Area	Biotechnology
Course Mode	Full Time / Part Time
Course Duration	Minimum 1.5 Years of Full Time study / 4 Semesters Minimum 3 Years of Part Time study Students are required to complete a minimum of 41 credits which include 2 University core subjects, 4 core Biotechnology subjects, 3 electives (inclusive of 1non-Science module drawn from the MBA programme) and 10 credits worth of research project.
Course Location	UCSI University, Kuala Lumpur Campus
Intakes	January and May

Programme Overview

Biotechnology is seen as the technology that will "heal, feed and fuel" the world. Huge amounts of money has been poured into this area globally. The Malaysian government has identified Biotechnology as one of the focus areas for Malaysia‘s growth by launching the National Biotech Policy on April 28, 2005. Since then, various new investors as well as traditional companies have invested in biotechnology-related products or turned to biotechnology in order to improve their products and make the manufacturing process easier, cleaner and more cost effective. This trend has created an ever-increasing job market for individuals trained in biotechnology. Moreover, in order for Malaysia to play in the global marketplace and win, Malaysia needs world-class people to lead world-class companies. Hence, it is very important for us to nurture potential talents to turn them into the best biotech brains in research and product development.

This coursework-based MSc. (Biotechnology) designed to provide graduates with in-depth conceptual understanding of the concept and techniques of the specialized areas of Biotechnology to meet the growing needs of Biotechnology industry. This programme also trains students to develop laboratory management and technical skills.

Teaching and Learning Features

This programme aims to provide students with an interesting and stimulating learning experience via various teaching and learning techniques and assessment strategies. Besides, theoretical knowledge, students will be trained to operate and maintain scientific equipment, to have good practical skills to enable them to conduct basic guided research and laboratory work, and the ability to analyze, synthesize and integrate knowledge and information. Hence, students need to carry out extensive laboratory practicals for relevant subjects as well as to undertake intensive research projects since successful completion of the research project is compulsory for the completion of the degree.

Assessment, as an integral part of the learning process will involve a formal summative assessment, as well as continuous assessment throughout the course in the form of assignments that require students to be self-directed and learn through oral presentations, written reports, case studies, critical analysis on published scientific data, mini projects (individual or team), seminars and class discussions. Using various instructional media and learning technologies, students learn how to identify and take advantage of unique real-life opportunities and challenges. For example, critical analysis of case studies and data interpretation exercises will help them to analyse real-life biotechnology problems to apply the theories they had studied. In addition, they will also acquire communication skills, leadership skills and team-work necessary for pursuing their careers.

Course Outline

Semester 1	Research Methodology for Scientists Academic Communication Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics * Experimental Biotechnology – Method and Instrumental Design and Analysis *
Semester 2	Current Topics in Biotechnology Bioinformatics and Computational Biology * Master Research Project Planning and Proposal Presentation Elective Major: Choose One Trends in Medical Biotechnology * Advances in Agricultural Biotechnology * Applied Bio-processing *
Semester 3	Master Research Project I *
Semester 4	Master Research Project II * Elective Major: Choose One Trends in Medical Biotechnology * Advances in Agricultural Biotechnology * Applied Bioprocessing * Pharmaceutical Biotechnology Perspectives of Commercial Biotechnology Free Elective: Choose One Entrepreneurship Financial Accounting and Analysis Marketing Management Information Technology for Managers Current Issues in Business Law Business Policy and Strategic Management
* Science lab classes

MSc Biotechnology with Business Management

Approval Code	KA 9903;08/2014
Classification	MSc
Subject Area	Biotechnology with Business Management
Course Mode	Full Time / Part Time
Course Duration	Minimum 1.5 Years of Full Time study Minimum 2 Years of Part Time study
Course Location	UCSI University, Kuala Lumpur Campus
Intakes	January and May

Programme Overview

Biotechnology is seen as the technology that would "heal, feed and fuel" the world. Acknowledging the vast amounts of money poured into this area globally, the Malaysian government has identified Biotechnology to be one of the foci for Malaysia's growth when it launched the National Biotech Policy on April 28, 2005. Since then, various new investments and traditional companies have invested in biotechnology-related products or turned to biotechnology to improve their products and to facilitate the manufacturing process to be cleaner and more cost effective. This has created an ever-increasing job market for trained biotechnologists. To ensure Malaysia's participation in this global marketplace, she needs world class people to lead world class companies. Hence, it is essential that Malaysia nurtures her potentials to be the best biotech brains in research and product development.

This coursework-based MSc (Biotechnology with Management) aims to produce postgraduates with expertise in both the practical and theoretical aspects of the specialized areas in Biotechnology, with the relevant skills for independent research, and which involves them learning to conceptualize current economics, ethical, legal and social issues related to biotechnology to generate, develop and communicate creative solutions scientifically. Furthermore, these programmes also develop students' managerial and leadership skills, to enable them to apply their scientific knowledge successfully and training them to be bioentrepreneurs / technopreneurs of the next generation with the ability to translate research outcomes into future business opportunities.

This multi-disciplinary programme is seen to be able to serve the industry's needs better than the traditional mono-disciplinary model since it allows students a broader range of choices in modules to meet their individual and particular career goal needs.

Teaching and Learning Features

This programme aims at providing students an interesting and stimulating learning experience via various teaching-learning techniques and assessment strategies. Besides theoretical knowledge, it is important for Master students to demonstrate an ability to operate and maintain scientific equipment, to have good practical skills to conduct basic guided research and laboratory work and also to analyze, synthesize and integrate knowledge and information. Needing to conduct extensive relevant laboratory practicals in the subjects as well as to undertake an intensive research project, our Master's students will be required to design and conduct research/survey in the area of Biotechnology to propose a way to bring the final product into the market. This involves them writing a business proposal at the end of the project, which includes budgeting, expenditure estimations, capital investments, profits and losses, and sales and market demands. Consequently, they get to understand their research objectives, the timeline and time management of their studies, and major project milestones. Successful completion of the research project is the key factor in accomplishing this degree.

Assessment is also an integral part of their learning process. Depending on their subjects, some students would have a formal summative assessment, while most of them would be assessed continuously throughout the course. This continuous assessment in the form of assignments would require them to be self-directed to learn through oral presentations, written reports, case studies, critical analysis on published scientific data, mini projects (individual or team), seminars and class discussions. Through various learning instructional media and technologies, students get to learn to identify to take advantage of the unique opportunities and challenges inherent in the assignments that broaden their knowledge while inculcating life-long learning. Amongst the most applicable techniques helping students to envision real-world Biotechnology challenges to apply theories learnt throughout their studies are critical analysis of case studies and data interpretation exercises. In addition, students also acquire the relevant communication, leadership and team-work skills necessary to pursue their career.

Course Outline

Semester 1	Research Methodology for Scientists Academic Communication Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics * Elective Major: Choose One Financial Accounting and Analysis Marketing Management Information Technology for Managers Current Issues in Business Law
Semester 2	Current Topics in Biotechnology Bioinformatics and Computational Biology * Master Research Project Planning and Proposal Presentation Elective Major: Choose One Financial Accounting and Analysis Marketing Management Information Technology for Managers Current Issues in Business Law Financial Management and Policy Management and Organizational Behavior
Semester 3	Research Project for Biotechnology with Business Management *
Semester 4	Free Elective: Choose One Experimental Biotechnology – Method and Instrumental Design and Analysis * Trends in Medical Biotechnology * Advances in Agricultural Biotechnology * Applied Bio-processing * Pharmaceutical Biotechnology Perspective of Commercial Biotechnology Elective Major: Choose Two Financial Accounting and Analysis Marketing Management nformation Technology for Managers Current Issues in Business Law Business Policy and Strategic Management Financial Management and Policy Management and Organizational Behavior Entrepreneurship
* Science lab classes

Master Public Policy

Approval Code	N/345/7/0025;01/2016
Classification	Master Public Policy
Subject Area	Economics and Policy Science
Course Mode	Part-time classroom exposure, fulltime intensity
Course Duration	18 months or 4 semesters
Course Location	UCSI University, Kuala Lumpur Campus
Intakes	January, May and September

Programme Overview

UCSI University's Master in Public Policy (MPP) is a pioneering ‘Blue Ocean' programme which is unique in Malaysia as well as internationally. It is by design theoretically rigorous, but intensely applied.

Theories taught in the ‘classroom' will be applied in ‘real life' contexts through workshops, seminars, and fieldtrips to relevant ministries and organizations, and video consulting type projects to equip students with a positive public policy engagement context.

Taught how to influence public policy formulation within an increasingly democratic environment where citizens articulate issues and concerns in a more participative manner, our graduates would be equipped:

to design, analyze and formulate public policies from the perspective of multiple stakeholders
to verbally articulate and communicate these issues and concerns
to translate them onto paper as public policies proposals
to develop action-frames for implementing these policies in a timely, efficient and inclusive manner
to set up a system for timely, effective and periodic review of the policies and programmes

Course Outline

Semester 1
Compulsory	Foundation and Essentials of Economics Public Policy and Management in the Information Age
Elective	Intensive Writing For Policy and Public Life
Semester 2
Compulsory	QN and QL Research Methods and Foundational Statistics Federal Constitution, Institutions of State and Rule of Law
Elective	Anatomy of Arguments / Reasoning Development Economics and Nation-building Comparative Economic Systems and Competitiveness Health Economics and Policy Role and Function of Civil Society as Third Sector Public Administration and the Political System Current Policy Issues within Global Realities
Semester 3
Compulsory	Strategic Management of Public Policies
Elective	Art and Science of Negotiation Economics of Education as a Public Good Public Finance Demography Studies and Policy Implications Public Leadership Towards Good Ethical Management and Governance Policy For Science, Technology and Innovation
Semester 4
Compulsory	Master's Research Project
Elective	21st Century Media Relations and Communications Strategy Labour Economics and Organisation Energy and Environmental Economics Transportation Economics Economics of Planning and Managing Execution Money, Investment, Banking and Monetary Policy Fundamentals of Performance Evaluation Public Administration and Poverty International Issues and Security Studies

MSc Logistics Management

Approval Code	A6982;06/2016
Classification	MSc
Subject Area	Logistics Management
Course Mode	Full Time
Course Duration	Minimum 1 Year
Course Location	UCSI University, Kuala Lumpur Campus
Intakes	January, May and September

Programme Overview

The Master of Science in Logistics Management programme is designed with the objective to provide access to higher learning opportunities to both local and overseas students. It provides students with relevant, interesting and stimulating experiences via a variety of innovative teaching and learning techniques. The scope of studies includes current developments, issue and debates on logistics management topics at both theoretical and applied level. Students will be encouraged to reflect on these topics and their ‘fitness' in practice, in particular their relevance or application to small or medium-sized industries or enterprises locally and internationally. The programme also promotes life long learning attitude among the students that may help create employment opportunities, future career development and further study.

Course Outline

Supply Chain Management
Port Management
Procurement Management
Human Resource & Organizational Behaviour
Research Methods for Business & Management
Warehouse Management
Blue Ocean Strategy
Inventory Management
Logistics Strategy
Logistics Engineering
Import and Export Management
Operations and Logistics Management
Project/Case Study

MBA Oil & Gas Management

Approval Code	KA 10875;05/2015
Classification	MBA
Subject Area	Oil & Gas Management
Course Mode	Part Time
Course Duration	Minimum 2 Years
Course Location	UCSI University, Terengganu Campus
Intakes	January and May

Programme Overview

Through its uniquely-designed syllabus, the MBA (Oil and Gas Management) programme aims to train and produce graduates who have completed their first degrees in engineering, business administration, accounting, etc. in the area of business administration with concentration on the management of the Oil & Gas industry and its related businesses. This Programme is designed for professionals who wish to upgrade their knowledge and skills to embark on administrative and managerial careers related to the oil and gas sector. Enterprising Individuals who; dare to take leadership roles and responsibilities, active in knowledge seeking (lifelong learning), and have the ability to work in local and international environments are encouraged to join the programme.

Course Outline

Semester 1	Scientific Thinking and Research Methodology Business Policy and Strategic Management Technical Communication for Oil & Gas Financial Accounting and Analysis Marketing Management
Semester 2	Oil and Gas Accounting International Aspects of Oil & Gas Affairs & Agreements Petroleum Economics & Fiscal Policy formulation Operations and Logistics Management Dissertation A
Semester 3	Management and Organisational Behaviour Quantitative Systems and Business Applied in Oil & Gas Dissertation B

MBA (BOS)

Approval Code	(N/345/7/0142); 01/2017
Classification	MBA
Subject Area	BOS (Blue Ocean Strategy)
Course Mode	Full Time
Course Duration	1.5 Years
Course Location	UCSI University, Kuala Lumpur Campus
Intakes	2 intakes in a year

Programme Overview

If you are looking for an MBA programme that does not just teach management theories but emphasizes on how these theories can be applied to different business situations, UCSI University's MBA programme is the right choice.

Designed based on the Blue Ocean Strategy (BOS) framework, our MBA (BOS) programme in the blue ocean way includes modules that intend to align three essential propositions in business: a value proposition that attracts buyers; a profit proposition that generates revenue; and a people proposition that motivates employees.

To meet today's needs of professionals, business executives, and entrepreneurs who are having a busy work schedule, our MBA (BOS) programme adopts a blended learning approach, integrating Web technologies with classroom teaching to provide an efficient and effective learning environment.

Besides lectures, our MBA (BOS) programme also engages industry practitioners to share their experiences and embraces such unconventional teaching and learning methods as live consulting, guest speakers, case arguments, seminars, e-forums, video case study, field trips as well as industry visits.

Our MBA (BOS) programme, specifically designed to meet the strong demand for highly competent business managers with a bright career advancements.

Academic Pathway

BOS Framework	Code	Subjects
Value Proposition	GM535	Marketing Management
	GM539	Research Design & Analysis
	GM540	Consumer Behaviour (elective)
Profit Proposition	GM530	Business Accounting for Decision Making
	GM533	Economics for Strategic Planning
	GM543	Financial Management and Policy (elective)
People Proposition	GM534	Leadership
	GM531	Business Communication & Negotiation
	GM548	Human Resource Management (elective)
Strategic Alignment	GM532	Corporate Strategic Management
Strategic Alignment	GM552	Entrepreneurship (elective)
Blue Ocean Strategy Specialisation	GM536	Blue Ocean Strategy
	GM537	Blue Ocean Strategy Consulting Practice
	GM538	Applied Blue Ocean Case Study

MBA

Approval Code	A1696; 06/2015
Classification	MBA
Subject Area	Business Administration
Course Mode	Full Time
Course Duration	Minimum 1 Year
Course Location	UCSI University, Kuala Lumpur Campus
Intakes	January, May and September

Programme Overview

Intensive and intellectually stimulating, the UCSI University MBA program is designed to challenge assumptions and promote critical thinking. It is a generalist degree provides depth of understanding across the core management disciplines. The programme is specifically designed with the primary objective of providing access to higher learning opportunities for all, both the local and international students.

This MBA programme includes and incorporates the latest contents and components of the modules' syllabuses to train graduate students in the frontier of business knowledge that relevant to the commercial world. For example, the Business Law module will teach students with the current business law issues surrounding the field of franchising, contractual obligations, consumer protection, to name a few related practical use in daily business undertaking.

The scope of studies also includes current developments, issues and debates on business and management topics at both the theoretical and applied levels. Graduate students will be encouraged to reflect on these topics and their relevance in practice, in particular their relevance of applicability to small and medium-sized enterprises and industries globally.

The MBA programme intrinsically promotes life-long learning among graduate students as well as to provide future career development and further research and study anywhere in the world.

Course Outline

Core Modules	Business Policy & Strategic Management Blue Ocean Strategy Current Issues in Business Law Financial Accounting & Analysis Financial Management & Policy Information Technology for Managers International Business and Management Human Resource Management & Organisational Behaviour Marketing Management Research Methods for Business & Management Master Coursework Project Master Coursework Project Planning
* Elective Modules (students to select only ONE from the list below)	Operations and Logistics Management Management Accounting & Decision Making Managerial Economics Retail & Services Marketing Strategic Electronic Business Supply Chain Management Import & Export Management
* Students should note that not all elective modules will be offered in the semester.

DBA

Approval Code	KA 10091;07/2014
Classification	DBA
Subject Area	Business Administration
Course Mode	Full Time
Course Duration	Minimum 3 Years
Course Location	UCSI University, Kuala Lumpur Campus
Intakes	January, May and September

Programme Overview

UCSI University's DBA programme is designed for those within the senior management roles, whose involvement in contemporary management thinking and substantial applied research projects would advance their careers to strategic business levels. As a professional doctorate, the UCSI University DBA aims at providing management professionals and practitioners extensive opportunities to reflect upon and add value to their experiences and expertise. Through structured interactions with the faculty and a select group of dedicated colleagues from diverse industries and backgrounds, participants would also enhance their personal and leadership skills while extending their business networks.

Course Outline

Year 1 (Tri Semester)	Understanding and Appreciating Research Research Methodology Entrepreneurship, Creativity & Innovation
Year 2 (Tri Semester)	Leadership and Organizational Change Global Management and Business Issues Global Corporate Strategy Organization Behaviour
Year 3 (Tri Semester)	DBA Thesis

MSc Electrical Engineering

Approval Code	A 9869;04/2014
Classification	MSc
Subject Area	Electrical Engineering
Course Mode	Full Time / Part Time
Course Duration	Minimum 1 Year / 3 Semesters of Full Time study The number of contact hours per subject per week depends on the credit and teaching methodology of each subject. Each credit is approximately equivalent to 1 hour of class, or 2 hours of research laboratory work per week.
Course Location	UCSI University, Kuala Lumpur Campus
Intakes	January, May and September

Programme Overview

Postgraduate education in the power and energy sector has experienced a slowdown since the early 90's resulting in a shortage of skilful graduates in this area globally. With an ever increasing demand for new and environmentally-clean energy resources, and soaring prices of oil, this programme aims to cater for opportunities arising from research and development in this field.

Modern emerging issues in the area of power and energy systems such as power system efficiency, renewable energy, and distributed grid-connected systems will be introduced and addressed in this programme to provide students a competitive edge with greater employability opportunities.

Course Outline

The programme covers emerging areas in energy and power system operations, introducing students to the way modern organizations operate under optimal conditions by exploiting these advance technologies. Electives incorporated in the programme further develop students' managerial skills in areas related to the development of engineering systems, product or solution within economic and social constraints. Students will also develop professional skills through discussions with experts, utilization of advanced software packages, and participation in guest lectures, seminars, project research works and paper presentation.

Streams	Semester 1	Semester 2	Semester 3
Stream 1 (For students with non-Electrical Power Engineering Background)	Power Electronics Power Systems Energy Conversion Systems Reliability Engineering Research Methods for Engineers	Energy Efficient Drives Advanced Power System Protection Theory and Design of Neuro-Fuzzy Controllers* Computer Aided Design* Project Phase 1	Project Phase 2
Stream 2 (For students with Electrical Power Engineering Background)	Advanced Power Semiconductor Devices Management Org. &Behavior Energy Conversion Systems Reliability Engineering Research Methods for Engineers		Project Phase 2

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Approval Code	A4407;08/2015
Classification	MD
Subject Area	Medicine
Course Mode	Full Time
Course Duration	5 Years
Course Location	UCSI University, Kuala Lumpur Campus
Intakes	July

Programme Overview

UCSI University's Medicine programme intends to recruit and train students as health care professionals in medicine to meet the needs and improve the health care delivery system for the people they serve, by striving for professional excellence throughout their career in this constantly changing world. The UCSI University School of Medicine is equipped with highly qualified staff, fully equipped laboratories as well as other facilities needed to achieve these goals. The thrust in training is learning, where active student participation is the standard expectation.

Course Outline

Phase 1: Basic Medical Sciences (at UCSI University Connaught Campus, Kuala Lumpur)
Year 1	Semester 1	Foundation in Medical Sciences Behavioral Sciences & Communication Skills Basic Clinical Sciences
Year 1	Semester 2	Cardiovascular System Respiratory System Renal System Haemopoietic System & Immunology Behavioral Sciences & Communication Skills
Year 2	Semester 1	Reproductive System Gastrointestinal System and Nutrition Musculoskeletal System and Skin Endocrine System Behaviourial Sciences and Communication Skills
Year 2	Semester 2	Commnicable Diseases Neurosciences Genetics Community Studies and Bioethics Behavioural Sciences and Communication Skills First Professional exam
Phase 2: Clinical-Sciences (at UCSI University Clinical School, Terengganu Campus)
Year 3	Semester 1	Community Medicine I Internal Medical I Paediatrics I General Surgery I Obstetrics and Gynaecology I Orientation to Clinical Practice CPR course
Year 4	Semester 1	Community Medicine II Internal Medical II Paediatrics II General Surgery II Obstetrics and Gynaecology II Orthopaedics I Psychiatry Dermatology Radiology Ophthalmology Otorhinolaryngology Accident and Emergency Medicine Anaesthesiology Clinical Laboratory Forensic Medicine Therapeutic Medicine Electives Second Professional Exam
Year 5	Semester 1	District Hospital and Family Medicine Internal Medicine III Paediatrics III General Surgery III Obstetrics and Gynaecology III Orthopaedics II HIV and Gerontology Third Professional Exam

MSc (Anti-Aging, Regenerative Medicine and Medical Aesthetic)

Approval Code	KA 10080;09/2015
Classification	MSc
Subject Area	Anti-Aging, Regenerative Medicine and Medical Aesthetic
Course Mode	Part Time
Course Duration	2 Years
Course Location	UCSI University, Kuala Lumpur Campus
Intakes	January (Full Admission), May, September

Programme Overview

With a thriving billion dollar anti-aging and aesthetic market, South-East Asia is at the heart of a growing wave of medical tourism and is a popular destination for patients, doctors and providers of anti-aging and aesthetic medicine products and treatments.

Under the Faculty of Medical Sciences, the School of Anti-aging, aesthetics and regenerative medicine is proud to offer a Master's of Science in Anti-aging, Aesthetics and Regenerative Medicine. Being offered for the first time in Malaysia, this programme is open to both local and international doctors. Aimed at both new and experienced medical doctors, this two year part-time programme represents a one-stop centre and a single point entry for all doctors interested in this field.

UCSI University Master's of Science in Anti-aging, Aesthetics and Regenerative Medicine has obtained approval from the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) in consultation and agreement with the Ministry of Health, and is an ideal and essential platform for doctors to be trained in this field.

The school is affiliated to the world's leading and largest anti-aging organization; the American Board of Anti-aging and Regenerative Medicine, with its founders as the school's visiting professors. Our close collaborations with St. Elizabeth University, Bratislava in Europe would enable our students to participate in research with opportunities for publishing their work in international journals.

Course Outline

Year 1

Academic Communication, Ministry of Health Guidelines, Legal Basics in Medical Tourism, Health Promotion and Wellness Industry, Marketing and Branding Tactics to develop a Profitable Practice
Research Methodology for Scientists, Medical Ethics, Confidentiality, Design, Analyse and Monitor Clinical Trials, Opportunities for Research and Publication
Anti-Aging Medicine: Systemic Evaluations of Accelerated Aging: History, Physical Examination, Investigations and Diagnosis, Diet, Exercise and Sports Medicine in Aging, Stress, Nutritional Medicine, Hormonal Deficiency and Supplementation, P reventative Medicine and Life Extension, Aging Diseases, Free Radicals, Oxidation, Aging Immune System, Environmental Medicine, Toxins and Heavy Metals
Masters Project Paper in Anti-Aging
Aesthetic Medicine: Ethics, Anatomy and Functional Advancement, Aging Process of Skin, Skin Analysis, Laser and Light -Based Therapy and Applications, Microdermabrasion, Chemical Peels, Fillers, Botox, Cosmetic Interventions, Hormones and the Skin, Skin Nutrition, Rejuvenation Techniques, Acne, Scar and Pigmentation Management, Other Minimally Invasive Aesthetic Procedures

Year 2

Masters Project Paper in Aesthetics
Regenerative Medicine: Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics, Stem Cells, Immunology, Clinical Application and Oncology, Nanotechnology
Masters Project Paper in Regenerative Medicine

BPharm (Hons) Pharmacy

Approval Code	A 11676;10/2015
Classification	BPharm (Hons)
Subject Area	Pharmacy
Course Mode	Full Time
Course Duration	4 Years Lectures and coursework are completed in 14 weeks, with 2 weeks study break before the final exams weeks. There are two semesters in an academic year with a long break from April to July
Course Location	UCSI University, Kuala Lumpur Campus
Intakes	July

Programme Overview

Malaysia is rapidly advancing in various areas of pharmacy, including pharmaceutical technology, pharmaceutical biotechnology and clinical pharmacy to name a few. It is the main task of the School of Pharmacy to have current & updated curriculum to meet this rapidly changing demand of the country. The early part of this curriculum focuses students on the fundamental knowledge in pharmacy as the foundation for later years. The curriculum is unique in that it starts off with integrated courses where four main disciplines are being taught in each body system. Students appreciate this mode of learning as it enhances their understanding. This will serve as a strong foundation later as they practice as pharmacists.

The courses in the programme are arranged into four main disciplines within the School of Pharmacy as listed.

Physiology & Pharmacology
Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Pharmaceutics & Pharmaceutical Technology
Clinical Pharmacy

Course Outline

Year 1
July - November	General Chemistry for Pharmacy Introductory Physiology Microbiology for Pharmacy Professional Skills I BahasaKebangsaan A
January - May	Organic Chemistry Basic Pharmacology &Immunopharmacology Basic Medicinal Chemistry Professional Skills II Biostatistics for Pharmacy Introductory Clinical Pharmacy Malaysian Studies
Year 2
July - November	Biochemistry for Pharmacy Physical Pharmacy Dispensing & Compounding Antimicrobial Therapy I Nervous System & Pharmacotherapy I
January - May	Antimicrobial Therapy II Aseptic Dispensing Pulmonary, Renal & Pharmacotherapy Endocrine System & Pharmacotherapy Nonprescription Drugs Marketing for Pharmacy Islamic Studies / Moral Studies
Year 3
July - November	Pharmaceutical Analysis I Dosage Form Design I Cardiovascular System, Blood & Pharmacotherapy Gastrointestinal System & Pharmacotherapy Evidence Based Medicine Basic Pharmacokinetics
January - May	Pharmaceutical Analysis II Pharmacognosy Clinical Pharmacokinetics Dosage Form Design II Biotechnology & Pharmacogenomics Nervous System & Pharmacotherapy II Drug of Abuse & Society
Year 4
July - November	Hospital Pharmacy Practice Pharmacy Management Pharmacotherapy I Pharmacy Clerkship Research Project Geriatric Pharmacy
January - May	Cancer Chemotherapy Pharmacotherapy II Clinical Clerkship Pharmacy Law & Ethics Pharmacoeconomics Pharmacoepidemiology Industrial Management

MSc Pharmaceutical Technology

Approval Code	N/727/7/0006;02/2016
Classification	MSc
Subject Area	Pharmacy (Technology)
Course Mode	Full Time
Course Duration	Minimum 1 Year – Maximum 3 Years
Course Location	UCSI University, Kuala Lumpur Campus
Intakes	January and July

Programme Overview

The MQA-approved Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Technology of UCSI University's Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences aims to produce professional ethical graduates capable of contributing to the local and global pharmaceutical industry for the advancement of quality pharmaceutical products, research and development. Students will be inculcated on life-long learning and to develop creative, critical problem-solving skills with good communication, management and leadership skills.

Using a mixed mode structure, this course work plus dissertation structure offers advanced knowledge in pharmaceutical technology, as well as ‘elective' management courses under the Faculty of Management and Information Technology. To facilitate teaching and learning, UCSI University provides computer rooms, teaching / research laboratories, a library equipped with on-line database search services, modern postgraduate teaching and research instrumentations, as well as highly-dedicated experienced academic staff and active researchers. The programme also stipulates completion of students' individual pharmaceutical technology research project.

Course Outline

Semester	Subject Name
Jan - June	Research Ethics and Methodology Biostatistics and Experimental Design Advanced Physical Pharmaceutics Product Formulation and Development Research I Elective
July - Dec	Scientific Writing Advanced Drug Delivery System Industrial Pharmacy Research II Elective

MSc Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Approval Code	N/421/7/0001;11/2015
Classification	MSc
Subject Area	Pharmacy (Chemistry)
Course Mode	Full Time
Course Duration	Minimum 1 year – Maximum 2 years
Course Location	UCSI University, Kuala Lumpur Campus
Intakes	January and July

Programme Overview

The MQA-approved Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Chemistry of UCSI University's Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences aims to produce professional ethical graduates capable of contributing to the local and global pharmaceutical industry for the advancement of quality pharmaceutical products, research and development. Students will be inculcated on life-long learning and to develop creative, critical problem-solving skills with good communication, management and leadership skills.

Using a mixed mode structure, this course work plus dissertation structure offers advanced knowledge in pharmaceutical analytical techniques, as well as ‘elective' management courses under the Faculty of Management and Information Technology. To facilitate teaching and learning, UCSI University provides computer rooms, teaching / research laboratories, a library equipped with on-line database search services, modern postgraduate teaching and research instrumentations, as well as highly-dedicated experienced academic staff and active researchers. The programme also stipulates completion of students' individual pharmaceutical chemistry research project.

Course Outline

Semester	Subject Name
Jan - June	Research Ethics and Methodology Biostatistics and Experimental Design Advanced Pharmaceutical Analysis I Analysis of Natural Products Research I Elective
July – Dec	Scientific Writing Advanced Pharmaceutical Analysis II Electrochemical Methods of Analysis Research II Elective

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