Master of Pharmaceutical Sciences
To be a Master of Pharmaceutical Sciences Study Program that produces innovative graduates who are prominent at both national and international levels, excelling in pharmaceutical sciences based on religious morality.
Profile
One indicator of a nation's progress is the quantity and quality of its human resources. A high number of higher education graduates, especially those with a Master's degree, signifies a nation's capability to generate inventions, innovations, and advancements in science and technology, as well as their application to resolve various national issues.
This study program has been running since 1984 and is currently accredited "Unggul" (Excellent) by LAM-PTKes based on Decree Number 0311/LAM-PTKes/Akr/Mag/V/2026.
Starting in 2026, the program will introduce a Double Degree in Industrial Pharmacy in collaboration with The University of Queensland (UQ), Australia, offering students a unique opportunity to gain international experience and dual qualifications within a globally recognized academic environment.
About Us
Study Duration & Credit Load
4 Semesters
54 Total Credits
* Based on the 2025 Curriculum
Academic Degree
- Regular Pathway: Master of Pharmacy (M.Farm)
- Double Degree Pathway: Two degrees simultaneously, namely Master of Pharmacy (M.Farm) & Master of Industrial Pharmacy Practice (M.PIP)
7 Main Specializations
The structured curriculum of the Master of Pharmaceutical Sciences Program is divided into seven areas of expertise:
1. Drug Delivery Systems
Advanced Biopharmaceutics, Drug Delivery and Targeting Systems, Advanced Physical Pharmacy, Nanoparticle Technology, Inhalation and Transdermal Delivery Systems, Solid Dosage Forms.
2. Pharmaceutical Analysis
Advanced Spectroscopy, Advanced Chromatography, Bioanalysis, Method Development and Validation, Proteomic and Genomic Analysis.
3. Pharmaceutical Biomedicine
Molecular Pharmacology, Pharmacometrics, Advanced Pharmacotherapy and Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacogenomics and Proteomics, Bioethics and Clinical Trials.
4. Natural Product Chemistry
Advanced Phytochemistry, Bioactivity of Natural Products, Analysis of Natural Products, Phytopharmacy, Advanced Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Phytomedicine.
5. Pharmacy Policy and Management
Pharmaceutical Logistics Management, Marketing and Consumer Behavior, Pharmacy Law and Ethics, Policy Analysis, Pharmacoepidemiology, Pharmacoeconomics, Health Insurance, Health Management.
6. Cosmetics
Skin and Cosmetics, Formulation, Evaluation and Regulation, Packaging and Labeling, Cosmetic Safety, Anti-aging and Whitening Preparations, Aromatherapy.
7. Drug Development
Organic Synthesis, Physical Organic Chemistry, Advanced Medicinal Chemistry, Structure-Activity Relationships, Bioinformatics and Drug Design, Advanced Biochemistry, Microbiology and Microbial Biotechnology.
Industrial Pharmacy Double Degree
Starting admissions for new students in the Odd Semester of 2026. Official scholarship information can be accessed via the LPDP portal.
Graduate Profile of Master of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Researcher
Graduates are able to develop up-to-date knowledge and technology through research, produce innovative and tested works, and disseminate them to the scientific community in the field of pharmaceutical sciences.
Problem Solver
Graduates are able to solve knowledge and technological issues in the field of pharmaceutical sciences through inter- or multidisciplinary approaches.
Leader
Graduates are able to lead and manage organizations, resources, research, and development in the field of pharmaceutical sciences that benefit society and science, thereby gaining national and international recognition.