PETALING JAYA: The government is working to resolve issues surrounding the recognition of pharmacy graduates from Alexandria University in Egypt following complaints that have affected their ability to register and practise as pharmacists in Malaysia.
In a statement, the Prime Minister's Office said it had taken note of concerns raised by pharmacy students from the university regarding the recognition of its Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) programme for registration and professional practice purposes.
"The Prime Minister has directed the Higher Education Ministry and Health Ministry to give due attention and finalise a solution to this issue as soon as possible in the interest of the affected students," the statement said on Friday (June 5).
It added that the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) currently has no objection to the academic recognition of the programme.
"However, professional recognition for registration as a pharmacist requires consideration and approval from the Malaysian Pharmacy Board (LFM).
"As such, the Higher Education and Health Ministries must resolve the issue comprehensively in line with the Madani spirit," the statement said.
Four students enrolled in the PharmD programme at the university had reportedly appealed to Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim to intervene in a qualification recognition issue that has affected their academic and career prospects.
