Advanced master program deepening specialized knowledge and skills in the field with focus on applied research and advanced professional practice.
The following are the PLOs for the MSc. in Clinical Pharmacy program:
1) Knowledge:
K1. Discuss the pathophysiological underpinning of disease.
K2. Recognize the principles of safe and effective use of medicine in health care systems
2) Skills:
S1. Critique the literature and drug information from available resources.
S2. Design pharmacological and nonpharmacological, patient specific, pharmaceutical care plans.
S3. Employ evidence-based practice in clinical decision making.
S4. Implement a research project in pharmacy practice including designing, conducting, analysis of data and communication of results.
3) Aspects of competence:
Autonomy and Responsibility:
C1. Demonstrate leadership skills and innovative practice.
C2. Propose new and/or updated professional pharmacy practice services
Role in Context:
C3. Collaborate effectively with peers, research collaborators and other healthcare team members.
C4. Maintain ethical and professional conduct in learning, research, and practice
Self-Development:
C5. Demonstrate skills for independent and life-long learning for continuous professional development.
Bachelor degree in related field with minimum GPA 3.0/4.0, English proficiency IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 550, two recommendation letters, CV, statement of purpose, personal interview
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Lecture | Tutorial | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHM610 | Population Health and Pharmacoepidemiology | 2 | 2 | 0 | — |
| PHM612 | Advanced Therapeutics I | 3 | — | — | — |
| PHM613 | Advanced Therapeutics II | 3 | 0 | 2 | — |
| PHM614 | Pharmacoinformatics and Telehealth | 2 | 2 | 2 | — |
| PHM619 | Thesis I | 2 | — | — | — |
| PHM617 | Research Methodology | 2 | 2 | 0 | — |
| Total | 14 CH |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Lecture | Tutorial |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHM620 | Thesis II* | 4 | — | — |
| PHM622 | Advanced Therapeutics III | 2 | — | — |
| PHM623 | Medication Therapy Management | 3 | 0 | — |
| PHM624 | Patient-Centered Care | 2 | 3 | — |
| PHM616 | Pharmacy Management and Leadership | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Total | 13 CH |
* Thesis II may extend over more than one semester.
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHM638 | Internal Medicine I | 2 | 4 weeks |
| PHM639 | Internal Medicine II (Infectious Diseases) | 2 | 4 weeks |
| PHM649 | Pediatrics | 2 | 4 weeks |
| Total | 6 CH | 12 weeks |
Students must successfully complete Levels 1 & 2 to be eligible for clinical rotations.
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHM658 | Ambulatory Care | 2 | 4 weeks |
| PHM651 | Critical Care | 2 | 4 weeks |
| Elective | Elective Clinical Rotation | 2 | 4 weeks |
| Total | 6 CH | 12 weeks |
Students may choose one from the following:
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Hours | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHM652 | Nephrology | 2 | 4 weeks |
| PHM653 | Surgery | 2 | 4 weeks |
| PHM654 | Pain Management/Rehabilitation | 2 | 4 weeks |
| PHM655 | Drug Information | 2 | 4 weeks |
| PHM656 | Community Pharmacy | 2 | 4 weeks |
| PHM657 | Pharmacy Administration | 2 | 4 weeks |
