Master of Philosophy in Pharmaceutical Sciences
Macau, Macau
M.Phil. (Master of Philosophy)
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
13 Mar 2026*
EARLIEST START DATE
Aug 2026
TUITION FEES
MOP 174,000 **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* 3 January 2026 – 13 March 2026 (2nd batch application period)
** non-local students | local students: MOP 97,800
The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Pharmaceutical Sciences Programme offered by the Institute of Chinese Medical Sciences (ICMS) at the University of Macau (UM) is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and advanced understanding of pharmaceutical sciences.
This programme offers a unique opportunity for students to delve into key areas such as drug discovery, drug development, pharmacology, toxicology and pharmaceutics. With a strong emphasis on academic excellence, the programme encourages students to develop an international perspective, stay informed about regional and global trends, and engage in interdisciplinary collaboration within the fields of healthcare and pharmaceutical sciences.
Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical training, students will develop a deep understanding of the underlying principles and concepts in pharmaceutical sciences. Upon completion of the programme, graduates will be well-prepared for diverse career paths in academia, industry and beyond.
In order to welcome more outstanding international students to pursue their studies at UM, the University has established the International Student Scholarship, which provides tuition and accommodation fee waivers for the awardees during their normal period of study (subject to annual continuation).
Students who have studied in an elementary/primary school, high/secondary school or higher institution outside China (i.e. outside mainland China, Macao SAR, Hong Kong SAR and Taiwan region) will be prioritised.
International Student Scholarship (admitted in AY26/27 and onward)
Eligibility
International applicants of full-time Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programmes (excluding executive degree programmes) of UM who meet the following requirements are eligible to apply for the Scholarship.
- valid foreign passport holders; and
- fulfil the admission requirements of the respective degree programme.
Eligibility excludes those admitted through the Joint Admission Examination for Macao's Four Higher Education Institutions.
Bachelor’s Degree Scholarship Package
Full Scholarship:
- 100% waiver of Bachelor’s Degree Programme tuition fee
- 100% waiver of Residential College accommodation fee (shared bedroom)
Half Scholarship:
- 50% waiver of Bachelor’s Degree Programme tuition fee
- 50% waiver of Residential College accommodation fee (shared bedroom)
Master’s Degree Scholarship Package
Type A Scholarship:
- 100% waiver of Master’s Degree Programme tuition fee
- 100% waiver of on-campus accommodation fee (shared bedroom)
- Half teaching assistantship (MOP 4,000/month)
Type B Scholarship:
- 100% waiver of Master’s Degree Programme tuition fee
Type C Scholarship:
- International tuition differential waiver (awardees pay the local student tuition rate)
Duration of Scholarship (Bachelor’s and Master’s Scholarship)
The Scholarship is granted for the normal period of study, with its continuation from year to year subject to a successful annual review of the awardee’s satisfactory academic performance.
International Student Scholarship (admitted in or before AY25/26)
Eligibility
International applicants of full-time Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programmes (excluding executive degree programmes) of UM who meet the following requirements are eligible to apply for the Scholarship.
- valid foreign passport holders; and
- fulfill the admission requirements of the respective degree programme.
Eligibility excludes those admitted through the Joint Admission Examination for Macao's Four Higher Education Institutions.
Bachelor’s Degree Scholarship Package
Full Scholarship:
- 100% waiver of Bachelor’s Degree Programme tuition fee
- 100% waiver of Honours College certificate programme fee (if applicable)
- 100% waiver of Minor Programme tuition fee (if applicable)
- 100% waiver of Residential College accommodation fee (shared bedroom)
Half Scholarship:
- 50% waiver of Bachelor’s Degree Programme tuition fee
- 50% waiver of Honours College certificate programme fee (if applicable)
- 50% waiver of Minor Programme tuition fee (if applicable)
- 50% waiver of Residential College accommodation fee (shared bedroom)
Master’s Degree Scholarship Package
Full Scholarship:
- 100% waiver of Master’s Degree Programme tuition fee
- 100% waiver of on-campus accommodation fee (shared bedroom)
Half Scholarship:
- 50% waiver of Master’s Degree Programme tuition fee
- 50% waiver of on-campus accommodation fee (shared bedroom)
Duration of Scholarship (Bachelor’s and Master’s Scholarship)
The Scholarship is granted for the normal period of study, with its continuation from year to year subject to a successful annual review of the awardee’s satisfactory academic performance.
UM PhD Scholarship (for applicants of PhD degree programmes)
UM provides the UM PhD Scholarship to attract excellent students from around the world to pursue their PhD studies at UM. This scholarship is managed by the Graduate School.
- Express advanced knowledge of and insight into drug development and the cutting-edge technologies for the industrial production of drugs/health products to address health-related challenges.
- Advance biomedical or pharmaceutical sciences by synthesizing new ideas, designing and conducting original research.
- Communicate effectively scientific principles, ideas, and research results with different audiences at an appropriate level through presentations and peer-reviewed publications.
- Demonstrate professionalism and ethical attitudes throughout all stages of scientific practice.
Compulsory Courses
- Advanced Pharmacology and Toxicology
- Advances in Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Research Methodology, Ethics and Writing
Elective Courses (any 3 of the following)
- Frontiers in Biomedical Sciences and Technology
- Medicinal Chemistry and Phytochemistry
- Modern Pharmaceutics
- Progress in Pharmaceutical Analysis
- Structural Biology and Drug Discovery
- Computational Pharmacy


