UCSI University, Malaysia Courses & Facilities

Information on the Courses, Facilities, Rankings & Achievements to Help Students Make a Choice to Study at UCSI University

Students wanting to study at a top ranked private university in Malaysia that’s affordable and supported by excellent facilities can go for UCSI University. Having achieved high rankings, UCSI University offers a wide range of Foundation, Diploma & Degree courses to students to choose from. Currently, UCSI University  has more than 85 programmes that have been approved or accredited by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) offered across its three campuses in Kuala Lumpur, Terengganu and Sarawak.

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About Top Ranked UCSI University’s Achievements, Rankings, Courses & Facilities

Founded in 1986, UCSI University is the flagship institution of the UCSI Group conglomerate. With campuses in Kuala Lumpur, Terengganu and Sarawak, the University comprises seven faculties, a Centre for Pre-U Studies, De Institute of Creative Arts and Design, and an Institute of Music, with more than 85 programmes in disciplines like medicine, pharmacy, architecture, engineering, computer science, liberal arts and music.

As one of Malaysia’s first private universities, UCSI University has long impacted the national higher education landscape and the University continues to do so with its wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

UCSI University is ranked as the No. 1 Private University in Malaysia 2019 and in the Top 300 Universities in Asia in 2015 by the renown QS University Rankings. UCSI is one of the few Malaysian private universities to break into the 2015 and 2016 QS Asian University Rankings. Furthermore, UCSI University is ranked as Excellent or Tier 5 in the 2017 and SETARA 2013 rating system by MQA.

Additionally, UCSI University  is a vibrant community of learning and scholarship. With more than 10,000 students from 110 different countries, the University stands out as a melting pot of diversity and learners will supplement their pursuit of knowledge with a keen sense of cultural appreciation – a vital trait in today’s borderless world.  Over 30% of UCSI’s student population is international.

Scholarships are available to top deserving students. 1 out of 5 UCSI students obtain a merit-based government scholarship or grant.

As one of Malaysia’s first private universities, UCSI University has long impacted the national higher education landscape and the University continues to do so with its wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

The university has over 100 academic programmes make UCSI the most academically diverse private university in Malaysia by far. They are also the pioneer in Aquatic Science, Biotechnology, Food Science, Music and Nutrition programmes in Malaysia‘s private higher education landscape

OVER 30% of UCSI’s academic staff are PhD holders and a further 17% are pursuing their doctorate. The 2015 average at private higher education institutions in Malaysia is 16%

The University’s academic staff are at the forefront of their disciplines and their views are highly sought after on major issues; from business to political science.  There are 396 members of academic staff (staff to student ratio of 1:22) with the following qualifications:

• 68 doctorate degree holders
• 19 doctorate degree candidates
• 235 master’s degree holders

Many of their academics have extensive experience working overseas and some play advisory roles in public bodies and various committees. By bringing their experiences into the classroom, UCSI’s academics cater to an exhilarating learning environment and learners will thrive as they balance academic mastery with industrial application.

Rankings, Awards & Recognition for UCSI University

QS University Ranking

• Top 300 University in Asia

SETARA 2013

• Excellent or Tier 5 Rating

The Brand Laureate

• Brand Laureate SMEs Chapter Award for the Best Brand in Tertiary Education 2008/09

Ministry of International Trade and Industry

• Export Excellence Award – Education Services (2008)
• Special Award for Quality Management (2007)
• Special Awards for Quality (2006)

Multimedia Development Corporation (MDC)

• MSC-Status Company (Since 1999)

Small & Medium Industries Development Corporation (SMIDEC)

• Enterprise 50 Award (1999 & 2000)

Malaysia Canada Business Council (MCBC)

• Company of the Year (2008)
• Company of the Year (2003)
• Good Corporate Citizen Award (2002)
• Entrepreneur of the Year (2002)

Ministry of Human Resources, Malaysia

• Human Resources Minister Award (2003)

Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE)

• Export Excellence Award for Services (2004)

Institute of Public Relations Malaysia (IPRM)

• IPRM Crystal Award

Quality Assurance Agency For Higher Education, UK

• Top of the Class Commendation

International Organization For Standardization (ISO)

• ISO 9001:2000 Certification

Spain International Best Image in Industry & Commerce

• International Best Image Award

The Best Pre-University, Degree & Postgraduate Courses Offered at UCSI University

PRE-UNIVERSITY PROGRAMMES

• Foundation in Arts
• Foundation in Science

BUSINESS COURSES

• BA (Hons) Accounting
• BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance
• Bachelor of Financial Economics (Hons)
• Bachelor of Financial Technology (Honours)
• BSc (Hons) Finance & Investment
• BA (Hons) Business Administration
• BA (Hons) Logistics Management.
• BA (Hons) Supply Chain Operations Management
• BA (Hons) Marketing
• BA (Hons) Branding & Advertising
• Diploma in Management
• Diploma in Logistics Management
• Diploma in Finance

ACTUARIAL SCIENCE COURSES

• BSc (Hons) Actuarial Science
• BSc (Hons) Actuarial Science and Finance
• Bachelor of Science (Hons) Actuarial Science with Data Analytics

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY COURSES 

• BSc (Hons) Business Information Systems
• BSc (Hons) Computing
• Bachelor of Computer Science (Hons) Mobile Computing and Networking 
• Diploma in Information Technology

ENGINEERING COURSES at UCSI University

• BEng (Hons) Chemical Engineering
• BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering
• BEng (Hons) Communication & Electronic Engineering
• BEng (Hons) Electrical & Electronic Engineering
• BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering
• BEng (Hons) Mechatronic Engineering
• Beng (Hons) Petroleum Engineering
• Diploma Electrical & Electronic Engineering
• Diploma Engineering (Materials Science)

ARCHITECTURE & INTERIOR DESIGN COURSES 

• BA (Hons) Interior Architecture
• BSc (Hons) Architecture
• Diploma in Architectural Studies
• Diploma in Interior Architecture

MEDICINE & HEALTH SCIENCE COURSES 

• Doctor of Medicine
• Bachelor of Optometry (Hons)
• BN (Hons) Nursing
• Diploma in Nursing
• MSc (Anti-Aging, Regenertive Medicine & Medical Aesthetics)

PHARMACEUTICAL SCIENCES COURSES 

• Bpharm (Hons) Pharmacy
• Diploma in Pharmacy

APPLIED SCIENCE COURSES 

• BSc (Hons) Biotechnology
• BSc (Hons) Food Science & Nutrition
• BSc (Hons) Aquatic Science
• BSc (Hons) Nutrition with Wellness
• Diploma in Aquaculture with Entrepreneurship

SOCIAL SCIENCE COURSES 

• BA (Hons) English Language and Communication (ELC)
• BA (Hons) Mass Communication
• BA (Hons) Psychology

MUSIC COURSES 

• MMus in Performance Studies
• BMus (Hons) Classical Music
• BMus (Hons) Contemporary Music
• Foundation in Music

ART & DESIGN COURSES 

• Bachelor of Creative Arts (Hons) in 3D Animation Design
• BA (Hons) Fashion Design with Marketing
• BA (Hons) Multimedia Design
• BA (Hons) Graphic Design
• Diploma in Fashion Design
• Diploma in Graphic Design
• Diploma in 3D Animation Design

HOSPITALITY & TOURISM MANAGEMENT COURSES 

• Bachelor of Hospitality Administration
• Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Culinary Management
• Diploma Hotel Management
• Diploma in Culinary Arts

EDUCATION COURSES 

• BA (Hons) Early Childhood Education
• BA (Hons) Education & English

Co-Operative Education Training Programme for Every Year of Degree Studies at UCSI University

With its innovative academic curriculum, UCSI University students also enjoy the unique benefits of its Co-Operative Education Training Programme (Co-Op) that enhances their employability by integrating classroom learning with workplace training in Co-Op employer organisations.

UCSI University is the first university in Asia to facilitate industry placement for students each year.

Completing two months’ work experience for every study year, a UCSI University student would have six to eight months’ work experience to stand ready for full-time employment upon their graduation.

Around 4000 global companies provide UCSI students with internship. And 96% of UCSI University’s Co-Op partners would like to rehire their interns when they graduate.

With the number rising annually, these partnerships create job opportunities for students to be job-ready upon their graduation. UCSI University is among the Best performing comprehensive private universities in Malaysia for graduate employability.

International University Collaboration Centre at UCSI University

As a premier university, UCSI University provides students with the option to complete their studies at UCSI or transfer to global partner universities in the Russell Group, Universitas 21 and The Group of Eight. With over 200 fields to choose from, the flexible IDP programme allows students to not only study in two countries for a fraction of the cost but also obtain a foreign degree.

At the University, the International University Collaboration Centre assists students in all aspects of their IDP experience. Services rendered by IUCC include personalised counselling, university selection, course selection, university application, monitoring of progress and follow-up, accommodation arrangement as well as special pre-departure services, which include visa applications, air ticket arrangements and briefings.

Students are also able to attend international education fairs and guest lectures, interact directly with university representatives, and have on-the-spot interviews.

Building on its domestic standing as a preferred and trusted education provider, the University is also expanding its sphere of influence.

Tie-ups with foreign universities, research institutes and leading multinational companies are constantly established, enhancing opportunities for students and staff in the areas of research and development, mobility programmes and career opportunities, among others.

State-of-the-Art Facilities at UCSI University

Located on a 19-acre piece of land, the Campus is located in Cheras, Kuala Lumpur with convenient access to numerous facilities including banks, restaurants, transportation services, entertainment, and on & off campus accommodation. UCSI University is about 15 minutes away from KLCC and Midvalley Megamall and a free bus shuttle is provided for students to the Bandar Tasik Selatan LRT station and TBS.

The university is fully wireless and is equipped with the latest cutting-edge technology to access the world of e-learning and e-resources. Housing 7 different blocks, the Campus includes the Student Centre (Menara Gading), the Resource Centre, the Academic Blocks and Residential Halls to comfortably accommodate a student population of more than 15000.

Other facilities include the four-level library, an auditorium, a recital hall, a multi-purpose hall, computer laboratories, residential halls, bookstores and cafeterias. Also available on Campus is an Apple Experience Centre.

The University is also constantly working with the industry to set up specialised labs which ensure students are updated with the latest industrial practices. Currently, the University has established laboratories jointly with National Instruments and RICOH under the School of Engineering and the School of Information Technology, respectively.

Due to its rapid expansion, an additional 48-storey building will be built on the existing Campus that will include a 5-Star hotel, twelve floors of parking bays and hostel accommodations for UCSI University students, administrative offices, restaurants, a ballroom and also a clubhouse.

Sports Facilities

• Badminton Courts
• Basketball Courts
• Football Field
• Futsal Court
• Gymnasium
• Pool Tables
• Squash Courts
• Swimming Pool
• Table Tennis
• Volleyball Court

Professional Recording Studio

The recording studio located in the Recital Hall is a professional 24-track digital recording and editing studio with an attached control room that is connected to the Recital Hall for live recording purposes. Equipped to handle small to integrated productions, advanced editing and CD-R burning, it is available for stereo recording, multi-track recording, fully automated mix-down, CD writing or audio/CD-R production and audio postproduction for vision.

Recording applications available include instrument, choir, ensemble, jazz and pop bands, drums, voice-overs, musicals, vocals, backing tapes, background music, minus ones for lip-syncing, minus ones for vocal performances and video soundtracks. A valuable teaching facility, the studio is also used for many of our audio engineering courses to enable students to work in a setting that closely parallels the professional music world.

The recording studio is also used by the Mass Communication and Branding & Advertising students at UCSI University.

Dewan Tan Sri Ahmad Razali (DETSAR)

Fully equipped with air-conditioning and a sound system, the Hall can accommodate up to 660 pax for examinations and 1,000 pax for dinner functions.

Multipurpose Hall (MPH)

The Multipurpose Hall can accommodate up to 420 pax for examinations.

Recital Hall

The Recital Hall and the Auditorium are two identical theatres, which are well-designed for professional performances and functions and furnished with theatre-style seating for 450 people. Both are also well-equipped with their own sound systems, audio/visuals, and recording facilities.

Library & Resource Centre

The five-storey UCSI University Library offers a comprehensive collection of all the latest texts and references, both in hardcopy and online. The e-Library provides access to a wide array of references, from academic peer-reviewed international journals to music scores and audio-visual items. Also available are discussion rooms and workstations, as well as supplementary audio references.

Make Lab for Architecture & Interior Architecture students

This two-storey lab is equipped with the fundamental tools and machinery for architecture and interior architecture students to build scale models, piece together furniture and learn woodworking.

Engineering Labs

Geomatic & Concrete Lab for Civil Engineering students

This lab is equipped with all the necessary surveying equipment. Students use this equipment for land surveying, and analyse data collected during assignments. Students can also do engineering evaluations and experiments to test the qualities of building materials like concrete and other cementitious materials here.

Power, Machine & Control Lab

Equipped with state-of-the-art electrical machines, this lab allows students to run experiments related to electrical power systems, conveyor belts and high voltage energy.

Material Science & Petrology Soil Mechanics Lab

In this lab, students can develop further knowledge of materials structure, properties, performance and its processes by producing, transforming, and analysing materials. Students can also do experiments to process, test and determine soil properties here.

Thermo Fluid Lab for Engineering Students

The lab allows students to conduct research in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer. Students can also study a variety of complex engineering issues, such as electronics cooling, nanofluidics, micro-flow control, and bio-inspired fluid dynamics.

Control, Instrumentation Pneumatic & Hydraulics Lab for Engineering Students

In this lab, students can study the profiles and properties of water in an open channel flow, and learn about pressure testing and flow control. They can also conduct experiments and learn about control on rotating conveyor belts.

Instrumentation Lab for Engineering Students

This laboratory has state-of-the-art equipment for teaching and research development. The equipment includes atomic absorption spectroscopy (AAS), Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), UV-VIS spectroscopy with desktop computer, nano zeta sizer, titrator and tensiometer.

Petrochemical Lab for Engineering Students

This lab has the necessary equipment for analysis and characterization of solid, liquid and gaseous substances, which students can use to conduct testing and research in the areas of air and water pollution. The equipment available includes a viscometer bath, flashpoint tester, seta oil test centrifuge, rotary evaporator, colorimeter, jar test, and turbidity meter.

Industrial Chemistry Lab for Engineering Students

This lab is equipped with all the necessary measuring and analytical instruments for teaching and experiments, especially in chemical engineering. The equipment includes a water bath, oven, furnace, hotplate, and stirring hotplate.

Advanced Chemical Laboratory for Engineering Students

This laboratory has all the equipment for aspiring chemical engineers to conduct physical and chemical processes (fluid flow, heat and mass transfer).

The equipment includes a PC-controlled and data logging system, a gas chromatography with a desktop computer, gas absorption demonstration unit, tubular flow reactor with a desktop computer, refractometer, continuous distillation column, batch reactor and CSTR in series.

Drilling and Material Science Lab for Engineering Students

The laboratory is designed to provide students with exposure to both macroscopic and microscopic analysis. It is well equipped with filter press, mixer, viscometer, grinder, polisher, hardness tester and emulsion stability mater.

Students who are taking Drilling Engineering and Element of Material Science courses will be involved in experimental work in this lab.

Robotic PLC Micro-Processor Lab for Engineering Students

This lab allows students to enhance their knowledge in programming and control of hardware. Students can also do various robotic experiments and use virtual reality software installed in computers for the simulation and study of various tasks.

General Labs for Engineering Students

Equipped with all general lab apparatus, these labs provide the ideal training ground for undergraduates of the Electrical & Electronic Engineering and Communication & Electronic Engineering degree programmes to conduct experiments for projects and assignments.

Science Laboratories at UCSI University

UCSI University operates 7 major science laboratories and several smaller research labs which are maintained by the Science Laboratories Department. Located at South Wing, the major labs include the Physical Chemistry & Molecular Biology Lab, the Project Lab, Pharmacy Practice Lab, Physiology & Pharmacology Lab, Micro Biology lab and Chemistry Labs.

• Anatomy & Pathology Museum
• Biology Labs
• Cell and Tissue Culture Lab
• Chemistry Laboratories 1 and 2
• Chemistry Labs
• Fermentation Lab
• Food Processing Lab
• Food Technology Lab
• Media Preparation Lab
• Medical Clinical Skills Unit
• Medical Problem Based Learning Rooms
• Microbiology Laboratory
• Molecular Biology Laboratory
• Nursing Clinical Skills Unit
• Pharmaceutical Analysis (Instrument) Lab
• Pharmacy Practice and Physical Laboratory
• Pharmacy Project Laboratory
• Physics Labs
• Physiology & Pharmacology Laboratory
• Simulator Community Pharmacy Lab
• Special Instrument Laboratory

Undergraduate Research Laboratories at UCSI University

The seven purpose built undergraduate laboratories maintained by the Faculty of Applied Sciences are typically used for teaching and for undergraduate students to conduct their undergraduate research project.

Aquatic Science Lab

As the only local private university that offers aquatic science and aquaculture course, UCSI University has invested heavily in its new dry and wet labs equipped with aquarium tanks ranging from one to eight feet in length.

The new facility is also home to the jellyfish kreisel tank, a carefully designed circular aquarium made specifically for jellyfish and seahorses that are sensitive to water pumps or even the corners of the tank itself.

Microbiology Lab

This facility houses all the bacterial and fungal cultures used in research and teaching. Well-equipped to culture, store and contain microbes, the facility supports cutting – edge research in the areas of drug discovery, environmental health, food safety and antimicrobial therapies.

Food Science lab

Used for both teaching and research, this facility houses a wide range of instruments that are used to determine the physiochemical properties and sensory characteristics of food, as well as the ideal packaging for long term storage. High standards of hygiene are maintained to accurately simulate industry practices like GMP and HACCP.

Biochemistry Lab

Equipped with an abundance of analytical instruments, this facility supports the analysis of biochemical enzymes, as well as organic and inorganic molecules. Training at the lab focuses on techniques that identify, quantify and separate components within natural and artificial materials.

Cell Tissue Culture Lab

Specially built to culture plant and animal cells, this facility is equipped with advanced imaging technology that enables researchers to visualise the cell growth and condition. A sterile environment is maintained to house the many instruments for culturing plant and animal cells including photosynthetic growth chambers, carbon dioxide incubators and biosafety cabinets.

Chemistry Lab

Used primarily for teaching, this lab houses various instruments and reagents for chemical assays and analysis.

Biotechnology Lab

Housing a freeze dryer, spectrophotometers and PCR instruments, this facility houses a wide range of research apparatus and analytical instruments.

Postgraduate Research Laboratories at UCSI University

The Faculty of Applied Sciences at UCSI University maintains two laboratories dedicated to postgraduate research.

Phytochemistry laboratory

The Phytochemistry Laboratory house various instruments used to find, isolate, and identify novel natural products with medicinal value.

UCSI University’s research team collect plant samples from various localities for chemical analysis and bioactivity studies to new sources of beneficial plant compounds

Feature instruments

Malvern Zetasizer Nano ZS at the Phytochemistry Lab

The Malvern Zetasizer Nano ZS is the world’s most widely used system for the measurement of the size, electrophoretic mobility of proteins, zeta potential of colloids and nanoparticles, and optionally the measurement of protein mobility and microrheology of protein and polymer solutions.

Agilent 1200 Series High Performance Liquid Chromatography System at UCSI University’s Phytochemistry Lab

UCSI University’s Agilent 1200 HPLC system can be adapted for both analytical and semi-preparative isolation of natural products. It includes all the basic UV-vis HPLC modules and also other additional modules.

These additional modules includes a column temperature control for high resolution separation at elevated temperatures and an auto-sampler for high throughput analysis.

Agilent 7890A Gas Chromatograph at UCSI University Phytochemistry Lab

Agilent 7890A Gas Chromatograph is a robust analytical instrument used for the analysis of volatile chemicals. It has a wide range of applications including fatty acid analysis, flavour analysis as well as detection of certain food additives and pesticide residue.

CAMAG High Performance Thin Layer Chromatography System at UCSI University Phytochemistry Lab

CAMAG High Performance Thin Layer Chromatography system is one of the most advanced of instrumental Thin Layer Chromatography systems available.

Compared to conventional TLC systems, HPTLC includes a widely standardized methodology.

Every aspect of the analysis from sample loading, band resolution and plate visualisation is conducted under properly regulated conditions to ensure high precision. Analytical methods are easy to develop and many natural product samples can be analysed simultaneously.

Preparative column chromatographic columns at UCSI University Phytochemistry Lab

The venerable preparative chromatographic column is present in all respectable phytochemistry laboratories. Conventional column chromatography provides the large sample capacity required to isolate compounds in large enough quantities for structural elucidation and bioactivity testing.

UCSI University has a wide repertoire of chromatographic stationary phases ranging from traditional ODS and silica to newer MCI gel and Sephadex LH20.

LABSONIC® P at UCSI University Phytochemistry Lab

The LABSONIC® P homogenizer is designed for higher output up to 400 W and correspondingly for treatment of larger samples. Several liters can be sonicated in batch mode, whereas 10 to 50 L/h can be processed in continuous mode using a flow cell.

WiseClean WUC-A06H at UCSI University Phytochemistry Lab

An ultrasonic bath used for sample extraction and for removing dirt, grease and waxes from laboratory apparatus using ultrasonic frequency

Molecular Biology Laboratory at UCSI University

The facilities available at UCSI University’s Molecular Biology Laboratory allows for the study of biology at the molecular levels.

Their research team regularly conducts a wide range of basic and applied research activities including gene based, protein based and molecular based studies.

Feature instruments

Applied Biosystems StepOne Real-Time PCR System at UCSI University Molecular Biology Lab

The StepOne Real-Time PCR System is a 48-well, Real-Time PCR instrument perfect for both first-time and experienced users. Utilizing robust LED based 3-color optical recording, the StepOne Real-Time PCR System is designed to deliver precise, quantitative Real-Time PCR results for a variety of genomic research applications.

Bio-Rad Gel Doc XR+ imaging system at UCSI University Molecular Biology Lab

The Gel Doc™ XR+ system is based on CCD high-resolution, high-sensitivity detection technology and modular options to accommodate a wide range of samples and support multiple detection methods.

The system accommodates a wide array of samples, from large polyacrylamide gels to small agarose gels and various blots. The system enables image analysis and documentation of restriction digests, amplified nucleic acids, genetic fingerprinting, RFLPs, and protein SDS-PAGE.

BioLogic DuoFlow™ Medium-Pressure Chromatograph at UCSI University Molecular Biology Lab

BioLogic DuoFlow Medium-Pressure Chromatography system is an FPLC system used to separate and purify biological molecules.

It can be used for both preparative and analytical purposes medium pressure chromatography is typically used with columns that are not designed for the high pressures in HPLC instruments. Columns used with medium pressure chromatography typically include ion-exchange and affinity columns.

FLUOstar Omega at UCSI University Molecular Biology Lab

FLUOstar Omega is a multimode microplate reader with five detection modes. It utilizes an ultra-fast UV/Vis spectrometer or filters for absorbance as well as highly sensitive filters for all other detection modes. The FLUOstar Omega is the ideal plate reader for life science applications.

Q500 Sonicator at UCSI University Molecular Biology Lab

The Q500 is a powerful ultrasonic processor featuring programmable operation and a digital display of operating parameters. Popular applications include nanoparticle dispersion, creating emulsions, cell lysis and homogenization.

Medical & Health Science Labs at UCSI University

Molecular Biology Lab at UCSI University

Intensive research on gene-based, protein-based and molecular-based studies takes place at this facility. It houses many of the Faculty’s prominent instruments including a multi-mode microplate reader, gel documentation system and real-time PCR machine. These tools are indispensable in the search for new drugs, therapies and vaccines.

Anatomy Museum for Medical Students at UCSI University

This is used by the first and second year medical and optometry students. This Anatomy Museum contains 65 anatomy models and a plastinated cadaver, as well as a Cyber-Anatomy tool that provides a 3D study of the human anatomy using innovative technology. More than 1,000 microscope histology slides on are available to the students.

Pathology Museum for Medical Students at UCSI University

This Pathology Museum is used to teach first and second year medical students the various skills in pathology. It has about 120 potted specimens of the human body and also more than 500 histopathology slides for students to examine through microscopes.

Nursing Clinical Skills Unit at UCSI University

The Nursing Clinical Skills Unit houses a simulated hospital ward that is equipped with emergency trolleys, ward beds, as well as other equipment used by nurses.

Five adult and three infant low fidelity human patient simulators enable nursing students to smoothly transition from university students to life-saving nurses.

Optometry Clinic at UCSI University

This purpose-built optometry clinic houses some of the latest eye equipment including slit lamps used to examine the health of the eye, fundus cameras to take photographs of the eye, ophthalmoscopes to examine the interior surface of the eye, as well as corneal topographer and phoropter used to determine a patient’s corneal contour and glasses prescription, respectively.

Pharmacy Labs at UCSI University

Pharmacy Postgraduate Lab at UCSI University

A dedicated Pharmacy Postgraduate Lab was launched in 2011 to facilitate cutting-edge research. The lab is equipped with advanced facilities like high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), and UV-Visible spectrometer, among others.

Pharmacy Project Lab at UCSI University

This lab is used to train students on the technology of drug formulation, formulation evaluation and quality assurance of drugs. UCSI pharmacy students have the option of undertaking a research project and this lab was purpose built to facilitate that.

Pharmacy Practice Lab at UCSI University

The Pharmacy Practice Lab is used by students to practice and master their drug compounding and preparation skills in various dosage forms, including the injectables before entering the workforce. A new cleanroom facility is included in this lab.

Physiology and Pharmacology Lab at UCSI University

This Lab provides students the equipment and opportunities to explore disease mechanisms, new pharmacological tools and new medications.

Simulated Community Pharmacy Lab at UCSI University

This lab was specifically designed for students to practice their skills in patient counselling and medication dispensing as pharmacists in training.