Faculty of Pharmacy, Universiti Malaya

Faculty of Pharmacy, Universiti Malaya Faculty of Pharmacy, formed in 2019, is the latest and newest faculty in UM. From a humble beginning

We are previously known as the Department of Pharmacy, under the Faculty of Medicine. In 2019, the Department of Pharmacy was upgraded with the setting up of a Faculty of Pharmacy which is fully operational since 1st September 2019. The Faculty of Pharmacy is offering a four-year professional pharmacy programme under the semester system. This programme offers a broad-based curriculum with evidence-based practices and dynamic characteristics to support future career opportunities and advancement. We also offer postgraduate programmes by research leading to Master and Doctoral Degrees to both Malaysian and overseas students. The research programmes encompass various areas of pharmaceutical sciences, including medicinal chemistry, natural products chemistry, drug action and drug delivery, pharmacoeconomics, pharmacogenomics, pharmacoepidemiology and evidence-based pharmacotherapy related to clinical and pharmacy practice. VISION
To be a global eminent faculty in pharmacy education, research and innovation

MISSION
To produce high-quality graduates and research towards enhancement of nation’s health and well-being

MOTTO
Epitome of Excellence

Congratulations to our Final Year Project (FYP) student, Alia Maisarah Awanis, whose e-poster abstract has been accepted...
18/09/2026

Congratulations to our Final Year Project (FYP) student, Alia Maisarah Awanis, whose e-poster abstract has been accepted for display at the 5th National AIDS Conference (NAC 2026), held on 18–19 September 2026! 🌟

The study, “Impact of Dolutegravir-Based Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) on Weight Gain in Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Patients: A Preliminary Study in Malaysia,” was conducted under the supervision of Dr. Puteri Juanita Zamri from the Faculty of Pharmacy, Universiti Malaya, in collaboration with Mogana Mathayena (Hospital Selayang, Ministry of Health Malaysia) and Raja Iskandar Shah Raja Azwa (Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Malaya).

Presenting at the 5th NAC is a highly significant milestone for undergraduate research. Guided by the vision of “Innovating Prevention, Strengthening Care: No One Gets Left Behind,” this prestigious interprofessional conference brings together clinicians, allied health professionals, public health officials, counselors, and community-based organizations. Showcasing our student’s work in such a diverse forum provides a dynamic platform for networking, deep collaboration, and the exchange of best practices, uniting our academic efforts with the wider healthcare community to stimulate new ideas and drive progress in managing the HIV/AIDS pandemic.

A wonderful achievement and a proud moment for cross-institutional collaboration! 👏

When industry leadership meets academia, conversations turn into possibilities.The Faculty of Pharmacy, Universiti Malay...
18/09/2026

When industry leadership meets academia, conversations turn into possibilities.

The Faculty of Pharmacy, Universiti Malaya was honoured to welcome Dato’ Zulkifli Jafar, Managing Director of Pharmaniaga Berhad, for CEO@Faculty 2026.

Dato’ Zulkifli’s candid sharing, sharp industry insights, and engaging perspectives gave our students and academics a valuable glimpse into the future of pharmacy, innovation, and what it takes to stay relevant in a rapidly evolving industry.

Our sincere appreciation goes to Dato’ Zulkifli and Pharmaniaga, a valued partner of the Faculty since our establishment in 2019 for their continued support, commitment to our students, and belief in strengthening industry-academia collaboration.

We also extend our gratitude to our Dean, Dr. Nusaibah Abd Rahim, for her continuous support, as well as to the Deputy Dean of Postgraduate, Research & Innovation, Dr. Kayatri Govindaraju, and Dr. Maimonah for coordinating and bringing this highly meaningful session together.

A morning of insights, connections, and possibilities for what comes next. 💡

🎓✨ A journey completed, a milestone achieved!Congratulations to our Part-Time 2024/2025 and Full-Time 2025/2026 cohorts ...
18/09/2026

🎓✨ A journey completed, a milestone achieved!

Congratulations to our Part-Time 2024/2025 and Full-Time 2025/2026 cohorts on successfully completing Master of Pharmaceutical Legislation and Regulatory Control (PLRC). Heartfelt appreciation to everyone who made this journey meaningful and successful.

Here’s to the knowledge gained, memories created, and new journeys ahead. Congratulations, PLRC family! 💙

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🎉 The Faculty of Pharmacy, Universiti Malaya is officially part of ASEAN PharmNET! 🌏💊We are delighted to mark an importa...
17/09/2026

🎉 The Faculty of Pharmacy, Universiti Malaya is officially part of ASEAN PharmNET! 🌏💊

We are delighted to mark an important milestone as the Faculty of Pharmacy, Universiti Malaya officially joins the Pharmacy Education and Research Network of ASEAN (ASEAN PharmNET) through the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) ✍️.

Becoming part of ASEAN PharmNET opens new avenues for the Faculty to strengthen connections with pharmacy schools across the ASEAN region, fostering greater collaboration in pharmacy education, research, innovation, academic exchange, and professional development. We would like to thank Mahidol University, Secretariat of ASEAN PharmNET, and Members for the warm welcome.

This momentous occasion coincided with the recent 5th ASEAN PharmNET conference. We extend our heartiest congratulations to Taylor’s University, the main organizer, for steering this exceptionally well-executed event to a resounding success with over 400 participants from across the region.

As proud co-organizers, we are incredibly proud of our faculty members who actively shaped the event by serving as session chairs, invited speakers, and judges for both the oral and poster presentations. We equally appreciate our dedicated academic staff on the scientific committee for their vital contributions to the abstract review process.

This MoA milestone is particularly meaningful, and we look forward to contributing our expertise, learning from our ASEAN partners, and building impactful collaborations to address emerging healthcare and pharmaceutical challenges for the benefit of our communities.

🌏 Stronger connections. Shared knowledge. Greater impact.

We look forward to this exciting new chapter with the ASEAN PharmNET community, and we eagerly anticipate seeing everyone at the 6th ASEAN PharmNET Scientific Conference in 2028, hosted by the University of Santo Tomas in Manila, Philippines! 🇵🇭💙

🏆 *A proud achievement for our postgraduate researcher!*Congratulations to Shobana Kumar, PhD student at the Faculty of ...
15/09/2026

🏆 *A proud achievement for our postgraduate researcher!*

Congratulations to Shobana Kumar, PhD student at the Faculty of Pharmacy, Universiti Malaya, on being awarded Best Oral Presenter in the Pharmacology, Toxicology and Biotechnology track at the 5th ASEAN PharmNET Conference 2026.

Under the supervision of Dr Kayatri Govindaraju, Shobana presented her research:
🔬 “Experimental Evaluation of Schwarzinicine A as a Potential Antihypertensive Agent in Spontaneously Hypertensive Rats”

The award recognises not only the strength of her research, but also her ability to communicate her work effectively to the wider scientific community.

👏 Congratulations, Shobana and Dr Kayatri, on this well-deserved achievement! 🏆

🌏 UM at the Global Academic Leaders Forum (GALF) FIP 2026 | Montreal, CanadaThe Faculty of Pharmacy, Universiti Malaya (...
11/09/2026

🌏 UM at the Global Academic Leaders Forum (GALF) FIP 2026 | Montreal, Canada

The Faculty of Pharmacy, Universiti Malaya (UM), is proud to have been invited to participate in GALF FIP 2026 as a newly accepted Academic Institutional Member of FIP (FIP-AIM). The faculty was represented by Dr. Jim Chai from the Department of Clinical Pharmacy & Pharmacy Practice, who also presented his research at the congress.

UM’s acceptance into FIP-AIM is a major milestone that validates our strategic direction for the future of pharmacy education! The forum heavily emphasized the urgent transition toward competency-based learning. Key takeaways guiding our ongoing curriculum redesign include:

* Adapting to the AI Era: Shifting from raw knowledge acquisition to "knowledge in action."
* Decluttering & EPAs: Removing outdated material and embedding Entrustable Professional Activities (EPAs) to assess real-world clinical readiness.
* Transferable Soft Skills: Fostering critical thinking and leadership to build an adaptable One Health workforce.
* Patient-Centric Models: Involving patients directly as educational stakeholders to develop deeply humanistic practitioners.

Beyond the insightful sessions, Dr. Jim had the pleasure of connecting in person with Prof. Abeer AlGhananeem, Dean of the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences at Ajman University (UAE). This wonderful meeting further strengthened a valued collaboration we have shared for two consecutive years. 🇦🇪🤝

It was also a monumental honor to watch Dr. Jim step onto the stage in Montreal, proudly representing Malaysia to officially welcome delegates to the FIP 2027 World Congress, which will be held at KLCC in Kuala Lumpur. His presence during this historic handover highlights the strength and dedication of Malaysian pharmacists on a global platform, perfectly setting the stage as Kuala Lumpur prepares to host healthcare leaders from around the world to connect, debate, and advance the future of pharmaceutical care.
Looking ahead, we are ecstatic that FIP 2027 will be hosted right here in Kuala Lumpur! 🇲🇾 This will serve as an excellent platform for our region to expand horizons, showcase advancements, and build powerful global networks.

Back-to-back victories! 🏆✨Congratulations to Muhammad Harriz Iskandar bin Yusri on his outstanding performances! Harriz ...
10/09/2026

Back-to-back victories! 🏆✨

Congratulations to Muhammad Harriz Iskandar bin Yusri on his outstanding performances! Harriz was awarded:

🥇 Best Presenter Award at the 6th International Conference for Innovation in Biomedical Engineering and Life Sciences (ICIBEL 2026)

🥇 1st Prize – Best Oral Presentation at the Malaysian Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine Society Conference (MTERMS 2026), under the theme Innovations in Bioscaffold for Tissue Engineering

We are incredibly proud of your accomplishments and look forward to your continued impact in bioscaffold research and regenerative medicine! 🎉🙌

🎓 Congratulations, Hasif Adli Zakariah!Congratulations on the successful completion of your Viva Voce for the Master’s D...
08/09/2026

🎓 Congratulations, Hasif Adli Zakariah!

Congratulations on the successful completion of your Viva Voce for the Master’s Degree.

Congratulations also to his supervisors, Dr. Sim Maw Shin and Associate Prof. Dr. Rusdi Bin Abd Rashid.

Wishing you continued success in your academic journey! 🎉👏

Strengthening Academic Ties Across Borders 🤝🌏 The Faculty of Pharmacy, Universiti Malaya was delighted to welcome a dele...
08/09/2026

Strengthening Academic Ties Across Borders 🤝🌏

The Faculty of Pharmacy, Universiti Malaya was delighted to welcome a delegation from Universitas Wahid Hasyim (UNWAHAS), a private university based in Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia 🇮🇩, for a fruitful academic visit and discussion.

We were especially pleased to welcome Dr. apt. Yance Anas, Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy, Universitas Wahid Hasyim, together with his colleagues from the university.

The visit provided a valuable opportunity for both faculties to exchange ideas and explore avenues for closer collaboration, particularly in facilitating future attachment opportunities for our undergraduate students at Universitas Wahid Hasyim, as well as developing potential research collaborations between academics from both institutions. 🎓🔬

We look forward to translating these productive discussions into meaningful academic and research partnerships, and to strengthening the relationship between Universiti Malaya and Universitas Wahid Hasyim in the years ahead.

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🏆 Congratulations to our Year 2 students, Lee Xin Zhi and Yeoh Yan Xin, and their team, UMUMUSKETEERS, for emerging as C...
03/09/2026

🏆 Congratulations to our Year 2 students, Lee Xin Zhi and Yeoh Yan Xin, and their team, UMUMUSKETEERS, for emerging as CHAMPIONS in the AstraZeneca Project iDEA 2026!

This outstanding achievement has earned the team a well-deserved spot in the Regional Final on 8 September 2026, where they will compete at the international level.

We are incredibly proud of your dedication, creativity, teamwork, and perseverance. This is a remarkable milestone and a true testament to your hard work.

Wishing UMUMUSKETEERS the very best as you step onto the international stage. Go out there, give it your all, and continue making the Faculty of Pharmacy, Universiti Malaya proud! 🇲🇾🌏
Congratulations once again! 👏🏆

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