B.Sc. in Pharmacy

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PROGRAM LEVEL

The Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy program is four academic years (eight semesters) with a total of 144 credits. The Pharmacy program is designed to educate and develop students to become knowledgeable, skillful and principled pharmacists who contribute to the advancement of pharmaceutical education, pharmaceutical sciences and pharmacy practice leading to the enhancement of community health and the patient’s quality of life.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

DETAILED STUDY PLAN

B.Sc. in Pharmacy – 2018     (PDF, 0.2 MB , 10 Pages)

B.Sc. in Pharmacy – Completion 2017     (PDF, 0.2 MB , 7 Pages)

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

The goal of the Pharmacy Program is to graduate pharmacists who:

    1. Have the necessary knowledge, skills and values in all pharmaceutical fields.
    2. Are competent to enter a future career or postgraduate studies in pharmacy.
    3. Demonstrate professional responsibilities according to legal, ethical and professional standards of practice.
    4. Contribute to the development of the profession.
    5. Employ lifelong learning, critical thinking and problem solving skills.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR BSC IN PHARMACY COMPLETION PROGRAM

  1. The applicant is a holder of an associate degree in the specialization with a cumulative GPA of no less than (2.5 out of 4) from the University of Bahrain or any recognized university.
  2. The applicant must have an English language certificate (IELTS) with a score of no less than (5) and its date must not exceed 3 years.
  3. Has a valid license to practice the profession in the field of specialization.
  4. The applicant has spent at least two years of practical experience in the field of specialization.
  5. Passing personal interviews in the field of specialization.

Required Document

  1. A copy of a Valid passport
  2. A copy of a valid ID (non-Bahraini)
  3. Professional Personal Photo
  4. No objection letter from the university to which the student belongs.
  5. Copy of University Degree transcript and graduation statement
  6. A copy of the highschool transcript with a graduation statement.
  7. A copy of a valid residencepermit for non-Bahraini students.
  8. At least two years’ practical experience, for programs: (pharmacy – medical laboratory science – radiology diagnostic).
  9. Professional or academic recommendation letter, for programs: (pharmacy – medical laboratory science – radiology diagnostic).
  10. A valid license to practice from the health authorities.
  11. A valid IELTS or TOFEL English certificate.
  12. Special for Kuwaiti and Omani students: No objection letter from the Cultural Attaché’s Office for their embassies in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

PROGRAM INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES

The Pharmacy Program graduate will be able to:

a) Integrate knowledge, skills and values to provide patient centered care.

b) Adhere to the legal requirements of the Kingdom of Bahrain and apply professional code of ethics throughout the practice.

c) Apply research tools to evaluate up-to date information related to drugs and health services and implement necessary changes.

d) Contribute to patient care and wellbeing by providing education to facilitate improvement and promotion of health.

e) Utilize information technology to enhance pharmaceutical practice.

f) Decide on suitable drug distribution procedures to ascertain safety, accuracy and quality of supplied drugs.

g) Apply management and leadership principles to enhance patient care and inter/intra-professional relationships with proper utilization of resources.

h) Communicate the value of professional roles in society and have the potential to improve it.

i) Be proactive in assessing self-learning needs and engage actively in promoting intellectual growth and continued professional and personal development.

j) Utilize principles of critical thinking in problem solving to make informed and rational decisions.

k) Participate actively in continuous quality improvement processes.