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Master of science in pharmaceutics

About the program

The program equips graduates with advanced research skills and industry expertise to meet the Kingdom’s needs in pharmaceutical sciences. It prepares students to excel in academic, industrial, and healthcare roles, supporting national progress by developing highly skilled professionals for Saudi Arabia's pharmaceutical sector.

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Vision

Excellence in educational and research practices and providing the best expertise in the field of pharmaceutical industries.


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Mission

Advance the scientific and research outputs of postgraduate students by providing the best educational practices and supporting them with appropriate expertise, and advancing the national economy by providing competencies in the pharmaceutical industries

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Objectives

1. Promote and consolidate modern scientific concepts and specialized research training in the field of Pharmaceutics.
2. The use of modern techniques to solve problems related to Pharmaceutics through the preparation, formulation, and delivery of various pharmaceutical formulas.
3. Qualifying and preparing a generation of pharmacists scientifically and research to work in the fields of academic, industrial, and health pharmacy in the Kingdom to contribute to meet the need for this category desirable national competencies distinct.



Student Admission Requirements
Required Specialization Applicants must hold a Pharm D or Bachelor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited institution, in accordance with KAU regulations.
Grade Requirement A minimum GPA of "Very Good" is required for consideration.
Entrance Exam An entrance examination is administered as part of the admission process.
General Capabilities Test for University Graduates Applicants must also complete a General Capabilities Test for University Graduates, with a minimum score required for eligibility.
English Language Proficiency Proficiency in English is required, with a minimum score of 4 on the IELTS exam or an equivalent score on other approved tests such as TOEFL or STEP.
Acceptance Criterion Admission decisions are based on a weighted evaluation criteria:
• GPA (40%)
• General Capabilities Test for University Graduates (30%)
• Practical or written exam conducted by the department (30%)
Employer Approval Full-time commitment is required, and approval from the employer is necessary.
Program courses

Required Courses (14 Credit Hours)

Course code and number Course title Credit hours
PH 801 Physical Pharmacy 2
PH 803 Advanced Drug Delivery Systems 2
PH 804 Pharmaceutical Formulation 3
PH 805 Pharmacokinetics 3
PH 825 Bio-Pharmaceutics 2
PH 894 Research Methodology 2

Elective Courses (9 Credit Hours)

Course code and number Course title Credit hours
PH 821 Good Manufacturing Practices 2
PC 827 Selective Topics 2
PT 828 Pharmaceutical Excipients 2
PH 830 Cosmetics Preparations 2
PH 831 Pharmaceutical Marketing and Communication Skills 2
PH 825 Pharmaceutical Marketing 2
PH 826 Selective Topics 2
PT 801 Biostatistics 2
PC 821 Pharmaceutical Analysis 2

Thesis (10 Credit Hours)

Course code and number Course title Credit hours
PH 899 Thesis 10
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11/17/2024 8:43:17 AM