College of Pharmacy College of Pharmacy
Advanced pharmaceutical education and scientific research that meets health care needs Advanced Pharmaceutical Education & Innovative Healthcare ResearchThe 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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)
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
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
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
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.
Interactive Study Plans Interactive Study Plans
Reviewed the approved school plan and details of decisions and hours for each level of study easily and interactively.
Explore approved curricula, course breakdowns, and credit hours interactively.
level 1level 1
| Code / Code | Rapporteur/ Course Title | Watches/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 |
Level 2Level 2
| Code / Code | Rapporteur/ Course Title | Watches/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 |
Level 3Level 3
| Code / Code | Rapporteur/ Course Title | Watches/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 |
Level 4Level 4
| Code / Code | Rapporteur/ Course Title | Watches/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 |
Level 5Level 5
| Code / Code | Rapporteur/ Course Title | Watches/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 |
Level 6Level 6
| Code / Code | Rapporteur/ Course Title | Watches/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 |
Level 9Level 9
| Code / Code | Rapporteur/ Course Title | Watches/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 |
Level 8Level 8
| Code / Code | Rapporteur/ Course Title | Watches/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 |
Level 9Level 9
| Code / Code | Rapporteur/ Course Title | Watches/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 |
Level 10Level 10
| Code / Code | Rapporteur/ Course Title | Watches/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 |
Year 6: Training of excellence (APPE)Year 6: Training of excellence (APPE)
| Code / Code | Rapporteur/ Course Title | Watches/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 |
Level I (first year)Level I (first year)
| Code / Code | Rapporteur/ Course Title | Watches/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 |
Second level (first year)Second level (first year)
| Code / Code | Rapporteur/ Course Title | Watches/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 |
Third level (second year)Third level (second year)
| Code / Code | Rapporteur/ Course Title | Watches/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 |
Level IV (second year)Level IV (second year)
| Code / Code | Rapporteur/ Course Title | Watches/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 |
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 PartnerKing Fahd Medical and Second Health SocietyKing Fahad Medical City & Second Health Cluster
Accredited training bodyAccredited PartnerKing Saud Medical CityKing Saud Medical City
Accredited training bodyAccredited PartnerArmed Forces Medical ServicesArmed Forces Medical Services
Accredited training bodyAccredited PartnerPrince Sultan Military Medical CityPrince Sultan Military Medical City
Accredited training bodyAccredited PartnerRiyadh 3rd Health SocietyRiyadh Third Health Cluster (Diriyah)
Accredited training bodyAccredited PartnerDr. Sulaiman Al Habib HospitalDr. Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital
Accredited training bodyAccredited PartnerSaudi German HospitalSaudi German Hospital
Accredited training bodyAccredited PartnerRiyadh Welfare HospitalRiyadh Care Hospital
Accredited training bodyAccredited PartnerSpecialized Medical Center HospitalSpecialized Medical Center Hospital
Accredited training bodyAccredited PartnerFaculty 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.
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Dr. Mansour Bin Saleh Al-MuqbelDr. Mansour Saleh Almuqbil
Dean of the Faculty of PharmacyDean, College of Pharmacy Department of Pharmacy Practice
Dr. Sarah BukhariDr. Sarah Bukhari
Associate ProfessorAssociate Professor Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Dr. Mohamed Al-GhamdiDr. Mohammed Alghamdi
Assistant ProfessorAssistant Professor Department of Clinical PharmacyPride 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.