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Advanced pharmaceutical education and scientific research that meets health care needs Advanced Pharmaceutical Education & Innovative Healthcare Research

The College of Pharmacy at Almaarefa University prepares graduates with a high level of professionalism and professionalism, and enables them to be creative and innovative in the pharmaceutical and research fields. To meet health care needs and contribute to achieving the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.

The College of Pharmacy at AlMaarefa University prepares graduates with high professional competence, empowering innovation in pharmacy practice and scientific research to meet healthcare needs and Vision 2030.

5 Academic YearsAcademic Years Doctor Pharmaceutical program.Pharm.D Duration
1 Year of internship trainingInternship Year Clinical and field training1800 Training Hours
10 SemestersSemesters ClassroomsTotal Semesters
207 credit hourCredit Hours Pharm.DTotal Credits
EN EnglishEnglish Language of InstructionLanguage
The Strategic FrameworkStrategic Framework

What we believe in and strive to achieve in the College of Pharmacy What We Believe In & Strive to Achieve

A distinguished educational and research environment driven by standards of excellence and innovation to serve society and build a knowledge economy.

An inspiring educational and research environment driven by excellence and innovation to serve society.

The VisionVision

Regional leadership in pharmaceutical education, scientific research, and community service.

Regional leadership in pharmacy education, scientific research, and community service.

MissionMission

Highly professional and ethically respected hunters are committed to serving society through scientific knowledge, creativity and leading research.

Graduating pharmacists of high professionalism and ethical compliance committed to community service through distinctive scientific knowledge, creativity, and pioneering research.

Institutional ValuesCore Values

Shared core values ​​guide the college’s academic and professional path to establish quality and responsibility.

Core shared values guiding academic integrity, teamwork, student focus, and excellence.

Basic college valuesCore Values

QualityQuality

Applying the highest standards of quality and academic and professional accreditation in pharmaceutical education.

Applying the highest standards of quality and academic and professional accreditation in pharmaceutical education.

TeamworkTeamwork

Establish multidisciplinary cooperation and integration to provide effective pharmaceutical care.

Establish multidisciplinary cooperation and integration to provide effective pharmaceutical care.

Trust and honestyTrust & Integrity

Academic and professional integrity, and scientific honesty in pharmaceutical practice and research.

Academic and professional integrity, and scientific honesty in pharmaceutical practice and research.

Student-centered educationStudent-Centered

Empowering the student and developing critical thinking, problem-solving, and drug reasoning skills.

Empowering the student and developing critical thinking, problem-solving, and drug reasoning skills.

Advantages and PillarsKey Advantages

Why do you choose a pharmacy college? Why Choose College of Pharmacy?

Distinctive pillars that combine the strength of academic foundation and advanced applied training to qualify a pioneering and distinguished graduate.

Distinctive advantages combining solid academic foundations with advanced applied training for leadership.

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An integrated pharmacy programIntegrated Pharmacy Program

It includes the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree, which combines basic pharmaceutical sciences with clinical and field applications up to the internship year, in addition to the Master of Clinical Pharmacy program, which aims to deepen advanced knowledge and develop specialized skills in pharmaceutical care and clinical scientific research.

It includes the Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree, which combines basic pharmaceutical sciences with clinical and field applications up to the internship year, in addition to the Master of Clinical Pharmacy program, which aims to deepen advanced knowledge and develop specialized skills in pharmaceutical care and clinical scientific research.

02

A curriculum that links knowledge with practiceCurriculum Linking Theory to Practice

Linking basic and intensive pharmaceutical sciences with professional skills, to form a comprehensive understanding of all areas of medicine and treatment.

Linking basic and intensive pharmaceutical sciences with professional skills, to form a comprehensive understanding of all areas of medicine and treatment.

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Comprehensive field and clinical trainingComprehensive Clinical & Field Training

One year of internship and intensive practical training (1,800 hours) in major accredited hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, private pharmacies, and regulatory bodies.

One year of internship and intensive practical training (1,800 hours) in major accredited hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, private pharmacies, and regulatory bodies.

04

Modern equipment and laboratoriesModern Labs & Advanced Facilities

An educational environment equipped with the latest specialized laboratories and skill laboratories applicable to the highest standards of global safety and quality.

An educational environment equipped with the latest specialized laboratories and skill laboratories applicable to the highest standards of global safety and quality.

05

Education under the supervision of an academic eliteSupervised by Academic Leaders

An education cadre combining academic and professional expertise to support and develop student capacities throughout the course of the study.

An education cadre combining academic and professional expertise to support and develop student capacities throughout the course of the study.

06

Scientific research and pharmaceutical innovationPharmaceutical Research & Innovation

Development of scientific thinking, research and development skills in pharmaceutical and pharmaceutical fields.

Development of scientific thinking, research and development skills in pharmaceutical and pharmaceutical fields.

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Preparing for a healthy, renewed futurePrepared for an Evolving Healthcare Future

Rehabilitation of graduates combining scientific competence and ethical responsibility to keep pace with health-care developments and contribute to the service of society.

Rehabilitation of graduates combining scientific competence and ethical responsibility to keep pace with health-care developments and contribute to the service of society.

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Advanced postgraduate opportunitiesAdvanced Graduate Studies

Provide a specialized master ' s programme that allows students and practitioners to continue their academic education, develop their research skills and professional development in the fields of pharmaceutical science.

Provide a specialized master ' s programme that allows students and practitioners to continue their academic education, develop their research skills and professional development in the fields of pharmaceutical science.

Programs and DegreesDegrees Offered

Academic Programs Academic Programs

Accredited quality and innovation-based programmes to meet labour market needs and achieve vision targets of 2030.

Accredited degree programs centered on innovation, rigorous practice, and Vision 2030 aspirations.

Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) ProgramDoctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D)

Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D)
207 credit hours207 Credit Hours 5 years of study + 1 year of distinction (10 semesters)5 Academic Years + 1 Internship Year (10 Semesters) Language of Instruction: EnglishEnglish Medium

About the programProgram Overview

A doctor ' s programme offers an integrated pharmacist education combining basic sciences with clinical and field applications, which aims to develop qualified and advanced knowledge and skills, capable of providing safe and effective pharmaceutical care and contributing to the development of the health sector.

The Pharm.D degree prepares qualified pharmacists through an integrated curriculum linking biomedical, pharmaceutical, and clinical sciences with extensive hospital-based rotations.

Program GoalsProgram Goals

Building integrated knowledge in basic and clinical pharmaceutical sciences.Building integrated knowledge in basic and clinical pharmaceutical sciences.
Development of clinical and applied skills in pharmaceutical practice and use of medicine.Development of clinical and applied skills in pharmaceutical practice and use of medicine.
Developing critical thinking, problem-solving, innovation and scientific research skills.Developing critical thinking, problem-solving, innovation and scientific research skills.
Enhancing communication skills, teamwork, and commitment to professional ethics.Enhancing communication skills, teamwork, and commitment to professional ethics.
Prepare students for field training and the Year of Excellence in advanced hospitals, health and pharmaceutical institutions.Prepare students for field training and the Year of Excellence in advanced hospitals, health and pharmaceutical institutions.
Promoting continuous learning and the ability to keep pace with developments in the field of pharmacy and health care.Promoting continuous learning and the ability to keep pace with developments in the field of pharmacy and health care.

Career Opportunities and Paths for GraduatesCareer Opportunities

  • Clinical pharmacist in hospitals and specialized centers.Clinical pharmacist in hospitals and specialized centers.
  • Pharmacist in government and private hospitals and pharmaceutical service management.Pharmacist in government and private hospitals and pharmaceutical service management.
  • Pharmacist in pharmaceutical factories and companies, research, development and pharmaceutical marketing.Pharmacist in pharmaceutical factories and companies, research, development and pharmaceutical marketing.
  • Drug control and vigilance specialist at the Food and Drug Authority and the regulatory authorities.Drug control and vigilance specialist at the Food and Drug Authority and the regulatory authorities.
  • Pharmacists in community pharmacies and primary care centres.Pharmacists in community pharmacies and primary care centres.
  • Researcher and academic in pharmaceutical research centers and universities.Researcher and academic in pharmaceutical research centers and universities.

M.Sc. Clinical Pharmacy ProgramMaster in Clinical Pharmacy

Master in Clinical Pharmacy
65 Credit Hours65 Credit Hours 2 years of study (4 classes with full-time clinical training year)2 Academic Years (4 Semesters) Language of Instruction: EnglishEnglish Medium

About the programProgram Overview

The Master of Clinical Pharmacy program is concerned with qualifying leadership pharmaceutical competencies equipped with advanced clinical and research skills. To meet the requirements of professional needs in hospitals, academic institutions and research centers. The program targets holders of Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) and (Pharm.D) degrees, and includes an integrated academic path based on clinical training for a full year and conducting scientific research that can be published according to the highest approved standards.

The Master in Clinical Pharmacy program prepares clinical specialists and healthcare leaders with advanced clinical, patient-care, and research competencies.

Program GoalsProgram Goals

Provide pharmacists with the advanced knowledge and skills essential to the clinical practice of pharmacy in a variety of hospital and community settings.Provide pharmacists with the advanced knowledge and skills essential to the clinical practice of pharmacy in a variety of hospital and community settings.
Prepare graduates to assume leadership in the provision of pharmaceutical care and enhancing the practice of pharmacy.Prepare graduates to assume leadership in the provision of pharmaceutical care and enhancing the practice of pharmacy.
Execute accurately the therapeutic plans prepared by the health cared team and report any drug-related concerns.Execute accurately the therapeutic plans prepared by the health cared team and report any drug-related concerns.
Enhance the culture of patient safety and partnership with other healthcare disciplines.Enhance the culture of patient safety and partnership with other healthcare disciplines.
Produce pharmacy professionals who meet international standards in critical thinking, excellence in clinical research, and healthcare system practice.Produce pharmacy professionals who meet international standards in critical thinking, excellence in clinical research, and healthcare system practice.
Develop clinical pharmacy professionals who can work as faculty members in academic institutes.Develop clinical pharmacy professionals who can work as faculty members in academic institutes.

Career Opportunities and Paths for GraduatesCareer Opportunities

  • Consultant/advanced clinical pharmacy specialist in hospitals and specialty centers.Consultant/advanced clinical pharmacy specialist in hospitals and specialty centers.
  • Director of Pharmaceutical Services and Chairman of the Medication, Treatment and Patient Safety Committees.Director of Pharmaceutical Services and Chairman of the Medication, Treatment and Patient Safety Committees.
  • Professor and academics in pharmacies and institutions of higher education.Professor and academics in pharmacies and institutions of higher education.
  • Principal clinical investigator at medical research centers and clinical drug trials.Principal clinical investigator at medical research centers and clinical drug trials.
Academic plansCurriculum Plans

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Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D)Pharm.D Plan (207 Cr) 207 credit hours207 Credit Hours
Master of Clinical PharmacyM.Sc. Clinical Pharmacy 65 Credit Hours65 Credit Hours
1

level 1level 1

18 hours18 hrs
Code / CodeRapporteur/ Course TitleWatches/Cr
ARAB 101
Arabic Language (1)
Arabic Language I
2 hours
ENG 101
General English (1)
General English I
5 hours
BIOS 101
Biostatistics
Biostatistics
3 hours
COMP 100
computer Essentials
Computer Essentials
3 hours
ISLM 101
Islamic Culture
Islamic Culture
2 hours
PHYS 101
General physics
General Physics
3 hours
2

Level 2Level 2

20 hours.20 hrs
Code / CodeRapporteur/ Course TitleWatches/Cr
ARAB 103
Arabic Language (2)
Arabic Language II
2 hours
BIOL 101
General neighborhoods
General Biology
4 hours
CHEM 101
General chemistry
General Chemistry
4 hours
ENG 102
General English (2)
General English II
5 hours
ENGL 103
English for Health Sciences
English for Health Sciences
3 hours
ENGL 104
General English (3)
General English III
2 hours
3

Level 3Level 3

20 hours.20 hrs
Code / CodeRapporteur/ Course TitleWatches/Cr
ANAT 201
Anatomy
Anatomy
3 hours
PHCH 212
Pharmaceutical chemistry
Pharmaceutical Analytical Chemistry
3 hours
BIOC 201
Biochemistry (1)
Biochemistry I
2 hours
COMM 201
Communication skills
Communication Skills
2 hours
MATH 201
Mathematics for pharmacy
Mathematics for Pharmacy
2 hours
PHCH 211
Pharmaceutical organic chemistry
Pharmaceutical Organic Chemistry
4 hours
PHCL 241
Introduction to the pharmacy profession
Introduction to Pharmacy Profession
1 hour
PHSL 205
Human member posts (1)
Human Physiology I
3 hours
4

Level 4Level 4

20 hours.20 hrs
Code / CodeRapporteur/ Course TitleWatches/Cr
ISLM 103
The economic system in Islam
Economic System In Islam
2 hours
BIOC 202
Biochemistry (2)
Biochemistry II
3 hours
PHCH 214
Medicinal Chemistry (1)
Medicinal Chemistry I
2 hours
PHCT 231
Pharmaceuticals (1)
Pharmaceutics I
3 hours
PHCT 232
Immunology
Immunology
2 hours
PHCT 234
Microbiology (1)
Microbiology I
3 hours
PHSL 206
Human Physiology (2)
Human Physiology II
2 hours
PSYC 201
Introduction to Psychology
Introduction to Psychology
3 hours
5

Level 5Level 5

17 hours17 hrs
Code / CodeRapporteur/ Course TitleWatches/Cr
PHCT 332
Pharmaceuticals (2)
Pharmaceutics II
3 hours
PHCT 335
Microbiology (2)
Microbiology II
3 hours
PHCH 315
Drugs and natural products (1)
Natural Products I
3 hours
PHCH 316
Medicinal Chemistry (2)
Medicinal Chemistry II
3 hours
PHCL 342
Pathology and its functions (1)
Pathophysiology I
2 hours
PHLG 321
Pharmacology (1)
Pharmacology I
3 hours
6

Level 6Level 6

16 hours16 hrs
Code / CodeRapporteur/ Course TitleWatches/Cr
PHCL 345
Disease science and functions (2)
Pathophysiology II
2 hours
PHCT 334
Biopharmaceuticals and pharmacokinetics
Biopharmaceutics & Pharmacokinetics
3 hours
PHCH 317
Medicinal Chemistry (3)
Medicinal Chemistry III
3 hours
PHCL 346
Pharmaceutical therapeutics (1)
Pharmacotherapy I
3 hours
PHLG 322
Medicines (2)
Pharmacology II
3 hours
PHLG 326
Drugs and natural products (2)
Natural Products II
2 hours
7

Level 9Level 9

16 hours16 hrs
Code / CodeRapporteur/ Course TitleWatches/Cr
PHCT 431
Pharmacies (3)
Pharmaceutics III
3 hours
PAAS 230
Patient assessment and clinical examination
Patient Assessment & Physical Exam
3 hours
PHCL 443
Pharmaceuticals (2)
Pharmacotherapy II
3 hours
PHCL 445
Corporate Practice (1)
Institutional Practice I
3 hours
PHLG 421
Medicine 3
Pharmacology III
2 hours
PHLG 423
Clinical toxicology
Clinical Toxicology
2 hours
8

Level 8Level 8

17 hours17 hrs
Code / CodeRapporteur/ Course TitleWatches/Cr
PHCL 444
Pharmaceuticals (3)
Pharmacotherapy III
3 hours
PHCT 432
Over-the-counter (OTC) medications
OTC Medicines
2 hours
PHCL 446
Institutional Practice (2)
Institutional Practice II
3 hours
PHCL 447
Therapeutic and Urdu nutrition
Clinical Nutrition & TPN
3 hours
PHCL 448
Pharmaceutical informatics
Pharmacoinformatics
2 hours
PHCL 449
Applied medicine
Applied Pharmacokinetics
2 hours
PHLG 422
Pharmacology (4)
Pharmacology IV
2 hours
9

Level 9Level 9

16 hours16 hrs
Code / CodeRapporteur/ Course TitleWatches/Cr
PHCT 530
Medicine and pharmaceutical marketing industry
Pharmaceutical Industry & Marketing
3 hours
PHCL 502
Basic life support
Basic Life Support
2 hours
PHCL 543
Medicine and toxic information services
Drug & Poison Information Services
2 hours
PHCL 545
Pharmaceutical therapeutics (4)
Pharmacotherapy IV
4 hours
PHCL 544
Evidence-based pharmacy
Evidence-Based Pharmacy
2 hours
RSCH 460
Health science research curriculum
Research Methods in Health Sciences
3 hours
10

Level 10Level 10

17 hours17 hrs
Code / CodeRapporteur/ Course TitleWatches/Cr
ETHC 401
Pharmacy ethics and laws
Ethics and Pharmacy Laws
2 hours
ISLM 301
Contemporary medical jurisprudential issues
Contemporary Jurisprudential Medical Issues
2 hours
PHCL 531
Dispensing medications and counseling patients
Dispensing of Medications & Counseling
3 hours
PHCL 542
Pharmaceutical management and drug economy
Pharmacy Management & Pharmacoeconomics
3 hours
PHLG 522
Research symposium in pharmacy
Research Seminar
3 hours
PHCL 546
Pharmaceutical therapeutics (5)
Pharmacotherapy V
4 hours
11

Year 6: Training of excellence (APPE)Year 6: Training of excellence (APPE)

1800 training hours 1800 training hours
Code / CodeRapporteur/ Course TitleWatches/Cr
CLIN-REQ
Mandatory clinical paths (focused care, inner medicine)
Required Clinical Rotations (ICU, Internal Medicine)
10 hours
CLIN-ELEC
Elective clinical tracks (oncology, pediatrics, cardiology, emergency, nephrology, surgery)
Elective Clinical Rotations (Oncology, Peds, Cardiology, ER, Nephro)
15 hours
NCLIN-REQ
Compulsory non-clinical pathways (inpatient and outpatient pharmacy)
Required Non-Clinical Rotations (Inpatient, Outpatient)
10 hours
NCLIN-ELEC
Elective non-clinical tracks (quality control, drug safety, pharmacovigilance)
Elective Non-Clinical Rotations (Quality, Drug Safety, Pharmacovigilance)
10 hours
1

Level I (first year)Level I (first year)

18 hours18 hrs
Code / CodeRapporteur/ Course TitleWatches/Cr
CPHY 601
Advanced drug therapy (1)
Advanced Pharmacotherapy I
4 hours
CPHY 602
Advanced clinical pharmacokinetics
Advanced Clinical Pharmacokinetics
3 hours
CPHY 603
Biopharmaceutics and advanced biostatistics
Biostatistics & Research Design
3 hours
CPHY 604
Corporate Clinical Training (1)
Institutional Clinical Clerkship I
8 hours
2

Second level (first year)Second level (first year)

20 hours.20 hrs
Code / CodeRapporteur/ Course TitleWatches/Cr
CPHY 605
Advanced medication (2)
Advanced Pharmacotherapy II
4 hours
CPHY 606
Advanced clinical toxicology
Advanced Clinical Toxicology
3 hours
CPHY 607
Patient safety and vigilance
Patient Safety & Pharmacovigilance
3 hours
CPHY 608
Institutional clinical training (2)
Institutional Clinical Clerkship II
10 hours
3

Third level (second year)Third level (second year)

15 hours15 hrs
Code / CodeRapporteur/ Course TitleWatches/Cr
CPHY 701
Specialized Clinical Training (1) - Critical Care and Oncology
Specialized Clinical Clerkship I (Critical Care)
8 hours
CPHY 702
Graduation research project and dissertation (1)
Master Thesis & Research Project I
7 hours
4

Level IV (second year)Level IV (second year)

12 hours12 hrs
Code / CodeRapporteur/ Course TitleWatches/Cr
CPHY 703
Specialized clinical training (2) - chronic diseases and children
Specialized Clinical Clerkship II
6 hours
CPHY 704
Discussion of the master’s thesis and scientific publishing
Master Thesis Defense & Publication
6 hours
Partnerships and TrainingTraining Partnerships

Accredited training bodies Accredited Training Partners

Quality partnerships and training agreements with major institutions and stakeholders to train and professionalize college students.

Strategic partnerships and agreements providing students with extensive hands-on training.

King Abdulaziz Medical City (National Guard)King Abdulaziz Medical City (National Guard)
Accredited training bodyAccredited Partner
King Fahd Medical and Second Health SocietyKing Fahad Medical City & Second Health Cluster
Accredited training bodyAccredited Partner
King Saud Medical CityKing Saud Medical City
Accredited training bodyAccredited Partner
Armed Forces Medical ServicesArmed Forces Medical Services
Accredited training bodyAccredited Partner
Prince Sultan Military Medical CityPrince Sultan Military Medical City
Accredited training bodyAccredited Partner
Riyadh 3rd Health SocietyRiyadh Third Health Cluster (Diriyah)
Accredited training bodyAccredited Partner
Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib HospitalDr. Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital
Accredited training bodyAccredited Partner
Saudi German HospitalSaudi German Hospital
Accredited training bodyAccredited Partner
Riyadh Welfare HospitalRiyadh Care Hospital
Accredited training bodyAccredited Partner
Specialized Medical Center HospitalSpecialized Medical Center Hospital
Accredited training bodyAccredited Partner
Academic StaffFaculty Directory

Faculty Members Faculty Members

Selected professors and academic experts committed to scientific excellence, research and student guidance.

Distinguished educators and researchers committed to academic mastery and student mentoring.

Faculty DirectoryFaculty Directory

Dean of the College: Dr. Mansour Bin Saleh Al-Muqbel — The academic manual is being updated in coordination with the Institutional Liaison Department.

Dean: . . The official directory is being updated.

Dr. Mansour Bin Saleh Al-Muqbel

Dr. Mansour Bin Saleh Al-MuqbelDr. Mansour Saleh Almuqbil

Dean of the Faculty of PharmacyDean, College of Pharmacy Department of Pharmacy Practice

[email protected]

Dr. Sarah Bukhari

Dr. Sarah BukhariDr. Sarah Bukhari

Associate ProfessorAssociate Professor Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences

[email protected]

Dr. Mohamed Al-Ghamdi

Dr. Mohamed Al-GhamdiDr. Mohammed Alghamdi

Assistant ProfessorAssistant Professor Department of Clinical Pharmacy

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Pride of AlmaarefaPride of Almaarefa

Pride of Knowledge - College of Pharmacy Pride of Almaarefa – College of Pharmacy

Inspiring success stories and achievements of college graduates and students who leave an exceptional mark in their professional careers.

Inspiring milestones and success stories of our distinguished alumni and innovators.

Window of college graduates’ achievementsAlumni & Student Achievements

Success stories and achievements of graduates and Pharmaceutical college students will be provided and published as soon as they are provided and approved by the Institutional Liaison Department.

Success stories and professional achievements will be featured upon approval by Institutional Communications.

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