Program Overview

Program Overview

The Master's Degree in Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technology is a five-year, single-cycle program that aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for the design, development, control, and dispensing of pharmaceuticals and medicinal preparations.

Program Objectives

The program seeks to equip students with the competencies required to work in the pharmaceutical industry, research institutions, and healthcare settings. The curriculum is designed to meet the requirements of the European directives for the regulation of the pharmaceutical profession.

Admission Criteria

Admission to the program is limited and requires the passing of the TOLC-F or equivalent TOLC@CASA test, as well as participation in a selection process conducted by the Sapienza University.

Program Structure

The program consists of a five-year course of study, with a total of 300 CFU (Crediti Formativi Universitari) required for graduation. The curriculum includes a range of subjects, such as mathematics, physics, biology, chemistry, and pharmacology, as well as practical training and a final exam.

Course Content

The program covers a range of topics, including:

• Mathematics
• Physics
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Pharmacology
• Pharmaceutical technology
• Legislation and regulation
• Clinical pharmacy
• Pharmacovigilance

Practical Training

The program includes six months of practical training in a pharmacy setting, as well as laboratory exercises and a final exam that assesses the student's professional competencies.

Thesis

The final thesis is a research-based project that can be conducted in a university laboratory or in collaboration with external institutions or companies.

Excellence Path

The program offers an Excellence Path, a two-year course of study that provides students with additional training and cultural enrichment opportunities. Access to the Excellence Path is subject to the student's academic performance and requires a minimum grade point average of 27/30.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program are qualified to work in a range of settings, including:

• Pharmaceutical industry
• Research institutions
• Healthcare settings
• Clinical pharmacy
• Pharmacovigilance
• Regulatory affairs

Professional Certification

The program is recognized by the European directives for the regulation of the pharmaceutical profession, and graduates are eligible to take the state exam to become licensed pharmacists. Additionally, graduates may also be eligible to take the state exam to become licensed chemists, subject to the requirements of the relevant professional association.