Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Pharmaceutical Technology
University of Malta
Information last verified July 2026
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Pharmaceutical Technology is intended to provide you with:a) An understanding of underlying scientific basis of current and future operations and processes involved in the development, manufacture and handling of medicines and medical devices.b) Training in an approach to trouble-shoot product and process technologies that are used in the development and use of medicines.c) Skills in dispensing and compounding of medicines.In your final year of studies, you will be able to demonstrate your knowledge in pharmaceutical technology in a project, laboratory practical and an internship, so as to enable a holistic learning experience that is tested theoretically and practically. You are also encouraged to participate in the Erasmus+ mobility programme, as we believe that an international experience will provide you with a more diverse academic journey. The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Pharmaceutical Technology is intended to provide you with: a) An understanding of underlying scientific basis of current and future operations and processes involved in the development, manufacture and handling of medicines and medical devices. b) Training in an approach to trouble-shoot product and process technologies that are used in the development and use of medicines. In your final year of studies, you will be able to demonstrate your knowledge in pharmaceutical technology in a project, laboratory practical and an internship, so as to enable a holistic learning experience that is tested theoretically and practically. You are also encouraged to participate in the Erasmus+ mobility programme, as we believe that an international experience will provide you with a more diverse academic journey. The communication and academic skills programme complements students’ main course of study. It introduces them to writing and presenting as situated within academic contexts sensitive to specific disciplines and develops their competences for future careers.
Career Opportunities
As a graduate, you will have access to the many career opportunities in the evolving pharmaceutical industry, in pharmaceutical regulatory sciences, research positions and pharmaceutical administration. You may take up further studies through the Master of Science in Pharmaceutical and Regulatory Sciences to access leading career positions in the pharmaceutical industry in research, development and launching of medicinal products such as the Qualified Person lead position.
Program Curriculum
Year 1 Year (This/these unit/s start/s in Semester 1 and continue/s in Semester 2) Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) PHR1601 Pharmaceutical Chemistry 8 ECTS PHR1608 Laboratory Practical 1 4 ECTS (NC) PHR1612 Health, Disease and Terminology 6 ECTS PHR1613 Pharmaceutical Process Technology 1 8 ECTS Semester 1 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) PHR1602 Compounding and Mathematical Principles 6 ECTS PHR1606 Career and Personal Development 4 ECTS PHR1610 Pharmaceutical Regulatory Sciences 1 4 ECTS Semester 2 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) PHR1605 Communication in Pharmacy 4 ECTS PHR1611 Internship 1 16 ECTS (NC) Requirement for regular progression to Year II: 60 credits Year 2 Year (This/these unit/s start/s in Semester 1 and continue/s in Semester 2) Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) PHR2605 Production and Operations Management 4 ECTS PHR2608 Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients Manufacture 4 ECTS PHR2609 Pharmaceutical Process Technology 2 6 ECTS PHR2612 Medical Devices 4 ECTS PHR3602 Data Management 6 ECTS Semester 1 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) PHR2602 Applied Pharmaceutical Sciences 4 ECTS PHR2606 Medication and Dosage Forms 4 ECTS PHR2607 Thermodynamics of Pharmaceutical Materials 4 ECTS PHR2610 Pharmaceutical Regulatory Sciences 2 4 ECTS Semester 2 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) PHR2604 Pharmaceutical Quality Control 4 ECTS PHR2611 Internship 2 16 ECTS (NC) Requirement for regular progression to Year III: 60 credits Year 3 Year (This/these unit/s start/s in Semester 1 and continue/s in Semester 2) Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) PHR3601 Project 12 ECTS (NC) Semester 1 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) PHR3603 Laboratory Practical 2 4 ECTS (NC) PHR3611 Internship 3 16 ECTS (NC) Semester 2
Admission Requirements
General Entry Requirements Refer to the list of country-specific qualifications Special Course Requirements A pass at Intermediate Level or at Advanced Level in Chemistry. Admission to this course is also open to applicants: in possession of a qualification related to the proposed area of study awarded by an institution other than the University of Malta pegged at MQF/EQF Level 4 and comprising not less than 120 ECTS credits, together with a pass at Intermediate Level or at Advanced Level in Chemistry, and a pass at SEC Level at grade 5 or better in Maltese, or registered as a pharmacy technician with the Pharmacy Council, and have 2 years of experience as a pharmacy technician in a pharmaceutical setting, and a pass at Intermediate Level or at Advanced Level in Chemistry. You are viewing the entry requirements for International applicants. Switch to Local qualifications. You can submit your application online . The deadlines for submission of applications vary according to the intake and courses. We encourage all international applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible. This is especially important if you require a visa to travel and eventually stay in Malta. You can compare your national qualifications to the local requirements by visiting our qualifications comparability webpage . Access more information about our admission process and English language requirements . The University of Malta has student accommodation on campus called Campus Hub. Campus Hub is just a 2-minute walk from the main campus. For more information, visit the accommodation website . Our dedicated team at the student recruitment office is here to support you every step of the way. From the moment you start your application to the moment when you receive your decision letter, we're here to assist you. If you have any questions or need further information, don't hesitate to reach out to us. You can contact us at info@um.edu.mt , and our team will be more than happy to help. Af
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
Non EU Applicants: Fee per academic year: Eur 10,800 You are viewing the fees for non EU nationals. Switch to EU nationals if you are a national of any country from within the EU/EEA.
About University of Malta
University of Malta
Msida, Malta
TheUniversity of Malta(Maltese:L-Università ta' Malta;UM; formerlyUOM) is apublic research universityin the towns ofMsidaandValletta, Malta. It serves as theflagshipandnational universityof...
University Profile- Start Date October
- Language English
- Duration 3 years
- Credits 180
