Pharmacy for Beginners
Universiti Malaya
  • Start Date: 01 Jan, 2024
  • 3 weeks
  • Study Content: Videos


Gain a basic understanding of pharmacy, the manufacturing and regulation of medicines, and the responsibilities of a pharmacist.

Course Fee: Free
Certificate Cost: See Fees and Eligibility

Course Description

This course is made available through the eLearnAfrica and FutureLearn partnership.

Unpack the role of the pharmacist as a healthcare provider


This three-week course from Universiti Malaya will provide an overview of pharmacy and help you gain a basic understanding of the creation, regulation, and administration of medicine.


You’ll be introduced to the exciting profession of pharmacy and the roles of the pharmacist to understand more about pharmaceutical care.


Explore the drug creation process, from discovery to drug development


Modern medicine is constantly seeking cures and treatments for diseases, illnesses, and ailments that can improve quality of life. This means that new drugs are constantly being created, tested, and developed.


On this course, you’ll examine the drug development process, from discovery to manufacturing and regulation. You’ll also learn about pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics to understand how drugs work in the body.


Learn about OTC medication with regards to self-care, dosage, and administration


Administering over-the-counter (OTC) medication is a key duty fulfilled by pharmacists, which carries a great responsibility.


You’ll explore how pharmacists educate and advise patients to ensure the appropriate use of medication to treat ailments and engage in self-medication. In learning how pharmacists assist patients in self-care, you’ll understand the important role that pharmacists play in uplifting the health of their communities.


Expand your pharmaceutical knowledge with the experts from Universiti Malaya


The Universiti Malaya Pharmacy Programme aims to produce passionate pharmacists and pharmaceutical scientists who can address major current healthcare challenges.


With the guidance of expert educators, you’ll be equipped with a strong foundational understanding of pharmacy and its significance.


This course is suitable for aspiring pharmacy students, pharmacy undergraduates, allied-health care postgraduates and professionals, and those interested in learning more about pharmacy.


Certificate cost may vary. You will be redirected to the host page for cost and payment options.

Universiti Malaya

This university is part of the partnership between eLearnAfrica and FutureLearn.

This institution is available on eLearnAfrica through partnership with FutureLearn.

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