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Introduction to the PharmD - Clinical Pharmacy Program

The PharmD - Clinical Pharmacy program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in the field of pharmacy, with a focus on clinical pharmacy practice. The program aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to provide high-quality patient care and to contribute to the advancement of the pharmacy profession.

Program Structure

The program consists of 10 semesters, with a total of 206 credit hours. The curriculum is divided into two main components: the didactic component and the clinical component.

Didactic Component

The didactic component consists of lectures, discussions, and laboratory sessions that cover the basic sciences, pharmaceutical sciences, and clinical pharmacy sciences.

• First Semester Courses:
  • General and Inorganic Chemistry
  • Physics for Pharmacy
  • Pharmaceutical Biology I
  • Mathematics and Statistics
  • Introduction to Computer Science
  • English for Academic Purposes
  • German Language I
• Second Semester Courses:
  • Pharmaceutical Analytical Chemistry
  • Physical Chemistry and Physical Pharmacy
  • Pharmaceutical Biology II
  • Physiology and Anatomy I
  • History of Pharmacy and Introduction to Pharmacy Practice
  • Pharmaceutical and Medical Terminology
  • German Language II
• Third Semester Courses:
  • Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry I
  • Pharmacognosy I
  • Pharmaceutics I
  • Physiology and Anatomy II
  • German Language III
  • Communication and Presentation Skills
  • Psychology
• Fourth Semester Courses:
  • Organic Pharmaceutical Chemistry II
  • Pharmacognosy II
  • Pharmaceutical Microbiology
  • Pathology and Histology
  • Pharmaceutics II
  • German Language IV
  • Research Paper Writing
• Fifth Semester Courses:
  • Pharmacology I
  • Clinical Pharmacy Practice and Skills I
  • Biochemistry I
  • Biopharmacy and Pharmacokinetics
  • Medical Microbiology and Immunology
  • Pathophysiology
• Sixth Semester Courses:
  • Medicinal Chemistry I
  • Instrumental Analysis for Clinical Pharmacy
  • Biochemistry II
  • Pharmacotherapy I
  • Legislation and Pharmacy Law
  • Pharmacology II
• Seventh Semester Courses:
  • Biotechnology I
  • Medicinal Chemistry II
  • Pharmaceutics III
  • Biochemistry III
  • Pharmacotherapy II
  • First Aid
• Eighth Semester Courses:
  • Pharmacovigilance
  • Phytochemistry
  • Pharmaceutical Technology I
  • Pharmacology III
  • Toxicology I
  • Pharmacotherapy III
• Ninth Semester Courses:
  • Pharmacotherapy IV
  • Pharmacotherapy V
  • Pharmacoepidemiology and Economy
  • Pharmacotherapy VI
  • Biotechnology II
  • Human Rights
• Tenth Semester Courses:
  • Clinical Pharmacy Practice and Skills II
  • Elective I
  • Elective II
  • Elective III
  • Elective IV

Clinical Component

The clinical component consists of rotations in various clinical settings, where students apply their knowledge and skills in real-world situations.

Course Aims

Each course in the program has a specific aim, which is to provide students with the necessary knowledge, skills, and attitudes to achieve the program's objectives.

General and Inorganic Chemistry

The aim of this course is to introduce students to the general principles of chemistry, basic applications of chemical reactions, and fundamentals of modern atomic theory.

Pharmaceutical Biology I

The aim of this course is to provide students with the basic principles of biology, origin of life, and fundamental properties of living organisms.

Physics for Pharmacy

The aim of this course is to provide students with the principles of units and measurements, kinematics, dynamics, and other physical concepts relevant to pharmacy.

Mathematics and Statistics

The aim of this course is to introduce students to mathematical and statistical concepts, including calculus, probability, and statistics.

Introduction to Computer Science

The aim of this course is to introduce students to the basic concepts of computer science, including programming, data structures, and algorithms.

English for Academic Purposes

The aim of this course is to improve students' academic reading and writing skills, enabling them to express their arguments in a well-structured academic written form.

German Language I

The aim of this course is to provide students with basic knowledge of the German language, including pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary.

Assessment and Evaluation

Students are assessed and evaluated throughout the program, using a variety of methods, including written exams, practical exams, quizzes, assignments, and presentations.

Graduation Requirements

To graduate from the program, students must complete all required courses, achieve a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0, and pass a comprehensive exam.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the PharmD - Clinical Pharmacy program are qualified to work in a variety of settings, including hospitals, clinics, community pharmacies, and research institutions. They may also pursue further education and training in specialized areas, such as pharmacology, toxicology, or pharmaceutical science.