The Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) program is a unique and distinguished academic program that awards graduates the professional Pharm.D. degree.

Graduates of this program possess a strong foundation of theoretical knowledge and practical expertise, enabling them to play an integral role within the clinical healthcare team. They are equipped to understand medical diagnoses, select appropriate medications and dosages, and recommend alternative therapeutic options when necessary.

This program is designed to prepare competent clinical pharmacists capable of contributing meaningfully to patient care, ensuring the safe and effective use of medications.

The program aspires to graduate pharmacists who are capable of effective communication with both healthcare teams and patients, thereby enhancing the quality of healthcare services, minimizing medication misuse, and reducing treatment costs.

It also aims to prepare highly qualified professionals for diverse areas of pharmacy practice, enabling them to perform effectively in both public and private hospital pharmacies. Additionally, graduates will be equipped to engage in pharmaceutical manufacturing and development, as well as participate in scientific research centers and academic institutions specializing in pharmaceutical sciences.

• To provide students with a comprehensive education in all aspects of pharmacy practice, utilizing the principles of pharmaceutical care, problem-based learning, and critical thinking. The program aims to equip students with expertise in pharmaceutical and administrative sciences, preparing them to become competent practitioners and researchers in various pharmacy fields.
• The program also strives to serve the community by engaging in scientific and educational activities that enhance pharmaceutical care and improve the quality of pharmacy education.
• Furthermore, it seeks to advance the pharmacy profession through active participation in leadership roles within pharmaceutical organizations and community-based programs.

• To graduate pharmacists capable of working primarily in hospitals and delivering comprehensive pharmaceutical care to patients, in addition to serving in community pharmacies and supporting the pharmaceutical industry with well-trained professionals in drug manufacturing and scientific research focused on the development and discovery of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly through the utilization of local natural resources.
• To improve patient health and well-being by facilitating access to safe and effective medications.
• To enhance the role of pharmacists in promoting public health and disease prevention through education and professional training.
• To offer continuing pharmaceutical education and contribute to organizing and hosting seminars, workshops, and conferences in various pharmaceutical sciences.
• To support scientific publishing and public awareness by producing publications and conducting research in patient care and public health.

Phase One

During the first five years, the student completes a total of 179 credit hours, distributed as follows:

• 19 credit hours of university requirements
• 151 credit hours of compulsory major requirements
• 9 credit hours of elective major courses

The major courses include subjects in general sciences, biomedical sciences, pharmaceutical sciences, and applied medical sciences relevant to the pharmacy profession and clinical pharmacy. Additionally, students are required to complete 1,440 hours of practical training in community and hospital pharmacies.

Phase Two
The sixth year marks the beginning of the intensive clinical training phase, totaling 32 credit hours. During this phase, students engage in direct practical training in hospitals through structured clinical rotations across various medical departments and specialties. They train alongside healthcare teams and interact with patients to provide advanced pharmaceutical care.

Furthermore, students are required to complete a graduation project in one of the fields of pharmaceutical or medical sciences.

• Successfully complete 211 credit hours, including university requirements as well as compulsory and elective college requirements, as specified in the academic plan.
• Complete all required courses successfully within a minimum period of 6 years.

Grading Scale for Pharm.D Courses

• The minimum passing grade for courses is 60%.
• Students who fail a course are allowed to retake it.
• To improve their cumulative GPA, students may retake any course in which they earned a grade of 'C' or lower.