The academic content and curriculum of the Bachelor of Pharmacy Program is designed to provide students with the necessary theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the field of pharmacy. This curriculum covers a period of study that usually ranges from four to six years and provides students with a holistic pharmacy education through a variety of courses.
Basic Sciences In the first years of the program, students take courses in basic sciences such as anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, microbiology, genetics and biology. These courses form the basic scientific background needed in the field of pharmacy.
Pharmaceutical Sciences: This department teaches subjects such as drug formulations, pharmacology, pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmaceutical biotechnology, pharmaceutical microbiology and pharmaceutical technology. These courses provide in-depth knowledge of how drugs are designed, manufactured, quality controlled and the effects of drugs on the body.
Clinical Pharmacy: In this area, students are trained in the clinical use of medicines, patient counseling, drug interactions, patient safety and medication therapy management. These courses help prepare students for real-life pharmacy practice.
Law and Ethics: Topics such as pharmacy ethics, health law and professional standards are important for pharmacists to understand their professional responsibilities and principles of ethical behavior. These courses ensure that students are aware of the ethical and legal situations that they may encounter in professional practice.
Practical Practices and Internship: Later in their education, students participate in practical applications such as laboratory work, project-based assignments and pharmacy internships. These experiences allow students to apply their theoretical knowledge in practical settings.
Research Projects and Senior Thesis: In some programs, students are expected to learn research methodologies and prepare an independent research project or dissertation. This helps students develop their research skills and generate innovative solutions to problems encountered in the field of pharmacy.
The curriculum of the Bachelor of Pharmacy Program aims to equip students with the theoretical and practical aspects of pharmacy, equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to pursue a career as a pharmacist after graduation. This education provides students with a solid foundation to become an effective and competent professional in the health sector.