MyPSA

8th MyPSA NPRC 2025 YouthPioneers Research Quest (YPRQ) Presentation and Competition Day
2025-03-22 09:00 - 14:30 UTC | ZOOM (Online)
The YouthPioneers Research Quest (YPRQ) is an innovative competition designed to challenge pharmacy students to think critically and creatively in addressing real-world issues within the pharmaceutical field. Participants are required to develop and present a research proposal that showcases their innovative ideas or solutions with the potential to make a positive impact on healthcare and pharmacy practice.

This competition provides an excellent platform for students to demonstrate their research aptitude, problem-solving skills, and ability to propose practical, evidence-based solutions. Through YPRQ, participants not only enhance their academic and professional development but also contribute to advancing innovation in the pharmaceutical industry.

5th MyPSA NPC 2025 Phase 3 Registration
2025-03-19 00:00 - 2025-03-26 00:00 UTC
The National Pharmacy Competition (NPC) is an annual event under the Malaysian Pharmacy Students’ Association (MyPSA) which involves 20 pharmacy student societies in Malaysia. NPC consists of 3 challenges, namely Piala Aishah Compounding Challenge (PA), Pharmacy Quiz Challenge (QC) and Clinical Pharmacy Challenge (CC). Piala Aishah Compounding Challenge assesses students’ understanding through theoretical questions and hands-on laboratory preparation of pharmaceutical formulations. Pharmacy Quiz Challenge (QC) is a competition based on the knowledge and understanding of various pharmacy and pharmacology-related topics through questions of different formats. Clinical Pharmacy Challenge (CC) is a challenge that assesses students’ clinical skills and problem-solving abilities in future hospital settings.

8th MyPSA NPRC 2025 YouthPioneers Research Quest (YPRQ) Introduction of Mentors Session
2025-03-08 09:30 - 12:10 UTC | ZOOM (Online)

8th MyPSA NPRC 2025 Main Competition Phase 3 Registration
2025-03-04 00:00 - 2025-03-12 00:00 UTC | ZOOM (Online)
The National Pharmacy Research Competition (NPRC) is an event of the Malaysian Pharmacy Students’ Association (MyPSA) that is conducted every year involving 20 pharmacy student societies in Malaysia. This event aims to promote healthy competition among pharmacy students nationwide by showcasing their research capabilities and enhancing their soft skills. Furthermore, it serves as a platform to foster networking opportunities and build meaningful relationships among participants from various pharmacy schools across Malaysia.

Qualifying Examination to Practice Pharmacy Tutorial (QET) 2025
2025-03-01 08:30 - 2025-03-02 16:30 UTC | ZOOM (Online)
The Qualifying Examination to Practice Pharmacy Tutorial (QET) 2025 is a crucial initiative designed to support pharmacy students and graduates in their preparation for the QEPP, a mandatory requirement for pharmacist registration set by the Pharmacy Board of Malaysia (PBM). Many candidates face challenges in mastering forensic pharmacy, pharmacy law, and ethics, which are the key components of the QEPP. This tutorial aims to bridge the knowledge gap by providing structured guidance, expert insights, and essential exam-taking strategies to enhance understanding and confidence of participants.

5th MyPSA NPC 2025 Phase 2 Registration
2025-03-01 00:00 - 2025-03-12 00:00 UTC

70th IPSF World Congress 2025 Phase 1 2nd Wave Registration
2025-02-16 08:00 - 2025-02-23 17:00 UTC | Nairobi, Republic of Kenya
70th IPSF World Congress, taking place from August 7 to August 15, 2025, in Nairobi, Kenya! This is an incredible opportunity to connect with pharmacy professionals from around the globe, engage in insightful discussions and enhance your knowledge and skills in the field. The theme “Advancing Pharmacy Education and Practice for Global Health Impact.” reflects a commitment to enhancing the role of pharmacy in addressing global health challenges. This theme emphasizes the importance of equipping pharmacy students and professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the evolving healthcare landscape. By focusing on education and practice, the Congress aims to foster innovative global health approaches that improve patient care and public health outcomes. Participants will engage in discussions about best practices, share experiences, and explore collaborative strategies that can lead to impactful changes in pharmacy practice worldwide. Ultimately, this theme underscores the vital contribution of pharmacists to global health initiatives and the continuous need for professional development in the field.

8th MyPSA NPRC 2025 YouthPioneers Research Quest (YPRQ) Phase 1
2025-02-15 09:30 - 10:30 UTC | ZOOM (Online)

8th MyPSA NPRC 2025 Main Competition Phase 2 Registration
2025-02-11 - 2025-02-25 | ZOOM (Online)

MyPSA Subcommittee Introductory Day
2025-02-08 10:00 - 13:00 UTC | ZOOM (Online)
The “MyPSA Subcommittee Introductory Day” is a welcoming and engaging event designed to introduce newly elected subcommittees to MyPSA. This session aims to provide valuable insights into MyPSA’s structure, roles, and ongoing initiatives while fostering teamwork and a shared vision for the tenure. Through interactive discussions and guidance from experienced members, subcommittees will gain a clearer understanding of their responsibilities, expectations, and the collaborative working style that will drive success throughout the term. More than just an introduction, this event serves as a platform to build connections, strengthen communication, and inspire enthusiasm for the journey ahead.

5th MyPSA NPC 2025 Phase 1 Registration
2025-02-08 - 2025-02-21

IPSF APRO Patient Counselling Event 2025
2025-02-01 08:00 - 2025-02-08 20:00 UTC
The Patient Counselling Event (PCE) is an event designed to encourage pharmacy students to apply their pharmaceutical expertise and communication skills to deliver optimal patient education. The event focuses on refining students’ competencies in patient counselling, an essential aspect of pharmacy practice. By offering a range of hands-on experiences, including knowledge-based assessments and interactive role-play sessions, PCE provides participants with the opportunity to practice and enhance their ability to communicate complex information effectively. In these scenarios, IPSF members will be challenged to not only demonstrate their clinical knowledge, but to also develop key skills in verbal and non-verbal communication, empathy, and patient-centred care. The event aims to foster greater confidence in pharmacy students, preparing them to engage with patients in real-world settings and ensure optimal healthcare outcomes.

IPSF T-Shirt Design Competition 2024-2025
2025-02-01 - 2025-02-06
The IPSF T-shirt Design Competition invites all IPSF members to create unique and impactful designs for the organization’s official
merchandise. This initiative reflects IPSF’s commitment to celebrating
creativity within its global community and providing members with opportunities to contribute to its branding. The winning design will be featured as part of the official IPSF merchandise lineup for 2024-2025. Additionally, the winner will be announced on social media platforms.

24th IPSF APPS 2025 Phase 2 Registration
2025-01-27 - 2025-02-23
The 24th IPSF Asia Pacific Pharmaceutical Symposium (APPS) 2025, hosted by the Malaysian Pharmacy Students’ Association (MyPSA), is an esteemed event that brings together pharmacy students, professionals and educators from the Asia Pacific region and beyond. This symposium represents a significant opportunity for participants to engage in meaningful dialogue and collaboration within the pharmaceutical field.

8th MyPSA NPRC 2025 Main Competition Phase 1 Registration
2025-01-21 - 2025-02-04 | MAHSA University, Bandar Saujana Putra, Malaysia

IPSF APRO Article Peer Review
2025-01-20 08:00 - 2025-02-15 17:00 UTC
Pharmacy education is one of the three portfolios focused on in the International Pharmaceutical Student Federation (IPSF). It focuses on empowering students to conduct literature reviews and also research.
Scientific articles are the backbone of research which serves the purpose of communicating research results and directing future research. Thus, the quality of the scientific articles must be enforced, ensuring seamless communication of ideas and opinions through the article and increasing the writer’s scientific branding. Moreover, scientific articles are the start of every research investigation. As the appeal of the scientific articles improves, the motivation of other researchers to explore those topics will be increased, fostering further research in respective topics.

IPSF APRO Asia Pacific Pharmaceutical Symposium (APPS) 2025 Phase 1 Registration
2025-01-11 - 2025-01-26
An esteemed event that brings together pharmacy students, professionals and educators from the Asia Pacific region and beyond. This symposium represents a significant opportunity for participants to engage in meaningful dialogue and collaboration within the pharmaceutical field.

8th MyPSA NPRC 2025 YouthPioneers Research Quest (YPRQ) Phase 2 Registration
2025-01-06 - 2025-01-21 | ZOOM (Online)

8th MyPSA NPRC 2025 Comprehensive Research Methodology Workshop Phase 2 Registration
2025-01-04 - 2025-01-20 | ZOOM (Online)
The National Pharmacy Research Competition (NPRC) is an event of the Malaysian Pharmacy Students’ Association (MyPSA) that is conducted yearly and involves 20 pharmacy student societies in Malaysia. The 8th MyPSA NPRC 2025 Comprehensive Research Methodology Workshop is designed for Year 1 to Year 4 pharmacy students to explore the fundamentals of research and gain a solid foundation for their final year projects. It covers all essential aspects of research – from ethics to data analysis, scientific writing and presentation skills. Participants will acquire practical experience and valuable insights. Additionally, this workshop serves as a pathway for assessing the YouthPioneers Research Quest (YPRQ).

20th MyPSA Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) 2024/25
2024-11-03 09:00 - 17:00, 2024-11-02 09:00 - 17:00 UTC
The Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) is held annually at Wisma MPS, Puchong to conduct the election of the new Executive Committee for the upcoming tenure as well as to for the current Executive Committee to present their Annual Report to the Mainboards from 20 Local Societies. Additionally, discussions for annual events and announcement of MyPSA Awards will be conducted.

Qualifying Examination to Practice Pharmacy Tutorial (QET) 2024
2024-10-26 08:30 - 2024-10-27 16:30 UTC | ZOOM (Online)
Qualifying Examination to Practice Pharmacy Online Tutorial (QET) is hosted by MyPSA annually to increase the chance of pharmacy students to pass the QEPP exam and to familiarise pharmacy students with the format and technique to answer the QEPP exam. Students from foreign universities and students from other years of studies are also welcome to join for the examination preparation.
Fee:
RM120 (MyPSA member)
RM140 (Non-MyPSA member)

19th MyPSA Annual General Meeting 2024/25
2024-10-05 09:00 - 2024-10-06 18:00 UTC | ZOOM & PHYSICAL
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) is held annually at Wisma MPS, Puchong for the current Executive Committee to present their Annual Report to the Mainboards from 20 Local Societies, as well as to conduct the election of the new Executive Committee for the upcoming tenure.

10th MyPSA National Pharmacy Debate Competition (NPDC) 2024
2024-09-28 - 2024-09-29 | University of Cyberjaya, Cyberjaya
10th MyPSA NPDC 2024 is an annual national debate competition under MyPSA. It offers a stimulating and learner-centred activity that helps students develop their critical thinking skills and acquire broad, multifaceted information spanning numerous fields outside of their typical academic topics. It is hoped that this competition can raise participants’ self-esteem and degree of confidence.
The objectives of the event are as below:

To promote healthy competition in terms of general knowledge and personal soft skills among pharmacy students nationwide.
To foster the relationship among participants and strengthen the network established between students at all pharmacy schools.
To develop students’ critical thinking and analytical skills through debate.

Each challenge within NPDC will bring together talented participants, all vying for the coveted trophies and the prestigious title of champions. The NPDC will comprise of 5 exciting rounds, including three (3) Preliminary Rounds, one (1) thrilling Semi-final, and one (1) Grand Final Round.

Event Cost:
MyPSA member participant (with accommodation) – RM160
MyPSA member participant (w/o accommodation) – RM90
Non-MyPSA member participant (with accommodation) – RM240
Non-MyPSA member participant (w/o accommodation) – RM96

MyPSA World Pharmacists Day
2024-09-21 10:00 - 2024-10-02 18:30 (Asia/Shanghai) | Sunway Velocity Mall Level 2 (in front of FOS): Booths Level 3 (in front of BBQ Plaza): My Little Pharmacist
MyPSA World Pharmacists Day 2024 highlights the critical role that pharmacists play in healthcare, educating the public about the various services and expertise they provide. This year we are bringing in the project of My Little Pharmacist in collaboration with Kiddypedia.
Kiddypedia is an innovative educational company dedicated to sparking children’s curiosity through immersive learning experiences. By transforming encyclopedia knowledge into interactive events, tours, and living classrooms, they create engaging and memorable educational adventures. Kiddypedia’s parenting trips offer families enriching experiences by exploring different countries, embracing cultural diversity, and participating in hands-on activities. They also turn various venues like museums and restaurants into vibrant educational spaces, providing children with dynamic and practical learning environments. Their team of passionate educators and event planners ensures that learning is exciting and engaging for both children and parents.
Through the My Little Pharmacist project, young children will gain a deeper understanding of the pharmacist’s role by visiting various stations and participating in interactive activities. This hands-on experience will not only educate them about the responsibilities of a pharmacist but also spark their interest in the healthcare field. By engaging with practical tasks, children will develop a foundational knowledge of pharmacy practices, learn the importance of proper medication usage, and appreciate the pharmacist’s contribution to community health. This immersive approach ensures that learning is both enjoyable and impactful, encouraging a lasting interest in the pharmaceutical profession.
MyPSA World Pharmacists Day 2024 can be a platform for promoting public health initiatives, such as medication safety, and the proper use of medications, leading to better health outcomes through the booth setup by the relevant pharmaceutical companies. Bringing together pharmacists, healthcare professionals, and stakeholders fosters collaboration and the sharing of best practices, which can lead to improved healthcare systems. Celebrating World Pharmacists Day helps in advocating for the profession, gaining recognition from policymakers, and potentially influencing healthcare policies to better support pharmacists. Addressing issues such as proper medication disposal, patient adherence to treatment plans, and access to pharmaceutical care in underserved areas can be a focus, leading to tangible improvements in healthcare delivery. Moreover, it engages the community, building trust and strengthening the relationship between pharmacists and the public, ultimately enhancing patient care and health literacy.

2nd MyPSA Industrial Skills Event 2024
2024-09-08 10:00 - 16:00 (Asia/Shanghai) | ZOOM (Online)
The 2nd MyPSA Industrial Skills Event is a continuous effort from the MyPSA Professional Development Office 2023/24 that was adapted from IPSF ISE’s guideline version 2024. The pharmaceutical industrial field is a leading trading focus that indirectly optimises the healthcare system. This year’s ISE is aimed at aspiring pharmacy students in Malaysia with more knowledge and ideas on innovations and advancement in the cosmeceutical industry backed by pharmaceutical science.
This Webinar will be held on 8th September 2024 (Sunday). The event will focus on developing pharmacy students’ critical thinking and industry skill knowledge with the theme “Advanced Formulations: The Science Behind Effective Cosmeceuticals”.

Event Cost:
MyPSA Member = RM5
Non-MyPSA Member = RM7

3rd MHSA Interprofessional Forum 2024
2024-09-07 09:00 - 12:30 (Asia/Shanghai) | ZOOM (Online)
This year, the theme for the 3rd MHSA Interprofessional Forum 2024 will be ‘Will the progress of Artificial Intelligence (AI) lead to the replacement of jobs in the healthcare profession?’ It is hoped that by highlighting the chosen issue during the forum, it will provide early exposure to the healthcare students about the current concerns and possible actions from different professions to overcome this situation. Thus, this can also solidify their professional roles in their future healthcare workplaces, improving the quality of care in different healthcare sectors.
Malaysian Healthcare Students Alliance is a student-led national level healthcare alliance which is supported by three Malaysian student organisations: the Malaysian Dental Students’ Association (MDSA), the Malaysian Medics International (MMI), and the Malaysian Pharmacy Students’ Association (MyPSA). It seeks to serve as a representative advocate for the collective voice, roles, positions, education, and welfare of Malaysian healthcare students. By organising this interprofessional forum and social gathering under MHSA, dentist, medics and pharmacy students will be able to interact with students from other healthcare fields while also developing positive and correct mindsets, learning effective approaches, and gaining experiences from the interprofessional forum so that they can contribute their professional skills to Malaysian healthcare team down the road.

10th MyPSA National Pharmacy Debate Competition 2024 Phase 3 Registration
2024-08-28 - 2024-09-11
10th MyPSA NPDC 2024 is an annual national debate competition under MyPSA. It offers a stimulating and learner-centred activity that helps students develop their critical thinking skills and acquire broad, multifaceted information spanning numerous fields outside of their typical academic topics. It is hoped that this competition can raise participants’ self-esteem and degree of confidence.
The objectives of the event are as below:

To promote healthy competition in terms of general knowledge and personal soft skills among pharmacy students nationwide.
To foster the relationship among participants and strengthen the network established between students at all pharmacy schools.
To develop students’ critical thinking and analytical skills through debate.

Each challenge within NPDC will bring together talented participants, all vying for the coveted trophies and the prestigious title of champions. The NPDC will comprise of 5 exciting rounds, including three (3) Preliminary Rounds, one (1) thrilling Semi-final, and one (1) Grand Final Round.

Registration Link :
https://forms.gle/mJxg7yzRBPkmC3Jm7

Registration cost:
Non-MyPSA Member:
Without accommodation: RM 96
With accommodation: RM 240

MyPSA Member:
Without accommodation: RM 90
With accommodation: RM 160

MyPSA Pharmacy Graduate Career Forum Phase II registration
2024-08-03 08:00 - 17:30 UTC | Monash University
MyPSA Pharmacy Graduate Career Forum (PGCF) 2024 is an annual event planned through collaborations among officers this year. PGCF 2024 serves as a whole-day event which consists of Provisionally Registered Pharmacist (PRP) sharing sessions, forum sessions, and a networking session. The PGCF of this year, themed ‘Empowering Pharmacy Professionals for Tomorrow’. This theme captures the essence of the MyPSA Pharmacy Graduate Career Forum (PGCF) 2024 as a platform dedicated to empowering pharmacy graduates to achieve success in their careers. By providing valuable insights, guidance, and resources, the forum aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the complexities of the pharmacy profession.

Individual Registration:
RM30 (MyPSA member)
RM34 (Non- MyPSA member)

Group Registration (required 3 participants per registration):
RM27 (MyPSA member)
RM30 (Non- MyPSA member)

IPSF APRO APPS Thailand 2024
2024-07-30 - 2024-08-07 | Chiang Mai, Thailand
The APPS is the IPSF APRO’s largest annual event. Pharmacy students across the Asia Pacific will gather to join workshops, symposia, pharmaceutical competitions and campaigns. Social events including International Night and Gala Night are held too!
