Program Overview

PharmD Degree Program

The PharmD Degree Program at the University of California San Francisco is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become a licensed pharmacist.

About the PharmD

• Program Overview
• Facts and Figures
• Career Opportunities
• Advanced Training
• Student and Alumni News

Admissions

• Admissions Overview
• Policies and Disclosures
• Financial Aid and Cost
• Application Process
• Frequently Asked Questions and Tips
• Applying Without U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Resident Status
• PharmD-PhD
• Post-Baccalaureate Program
• Pharm Tech to PharmD Pathway Program

Student Life

• Student Life Overview
• Year 1 Perspective
• Year 2 Perspective
• Year 3 Perspective
• Past Student Perspectives Overview

Curriculum

• Curriculum Overview
• Program Timeline
• Component 1 - Foundations
• Component 2 - Integrated Themes
• Component 3 - Patient Care Skills
• Component 4 - Practice Rotations
• Component 5 - Discovery Project
• Progress and Feedback
• Curriculum Outcomes

Progress and Feedback

The UCSF PharmD curriculum is designed for students to use and apply knowledge, rather than simply memorize facts. To gauge learning in the Integrated Themes, Patient Care Skills courses, and Introductory Pharmacy Practice Experiences (IPPEs) and Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPEs) courses, students will be evaluated in a competency-based, pass
o pass system that emphasizes the knowledge and skill development needed to provide optimal patient care.

Pass/No Pass

The pass
o pass system is used to evaluate student learning in the Integrated Themes, Patient Care Skills courses, and IPPEs and APPEs courses.

Feedback on Learning

Frequent feedback will help students adjust their learning as they move through the curriculum, while regular assessments will reflect progress in achieving competency and highlight areas where additional, concentrated learning is required.

Synthesis Weeks

Synthesis Weeks provide time to further integrate concepts learned in each Integrated Theme, reflect on learning and academic/professional goals, and participate in activities that build community and promote professional success.

Professional Readiness Weeks

Professional Readiness Weeks support preparation for the pharmacy board exams that students will take after graduation to become a licensed pharmacist.

Student Success

Faculty and staff advisors will work closely with students to provide resources and support to help them succeed. If students encounter academic difficulties, an academic plan will be developed to pinpoint areas for focused attention and study, and identify support services and resources. While the responsibility for academic success ultimately rests with the student, the university is committed to helping students succeed.