About Master

DESCRIPTION OF THE PROGRAM:

This program introduces candidates to advanced concepts of pharmacology and how drugs act on the living system at the molecular level and the concepts of drug biodisposition i.e. absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion of drugs. The effect drugs on organ systems, their clinical indications, adverse effects and possible interactions are also covered. The program consists of lectures, tutorials, practical with occasional assignments and seminars.

VISION:

To be pioneer in scientific excellence and innovative research through the development of skills that enable candidates to join advanced positions in academia, health care and pharmaceutical industry.

MISSION:

To provide the postgraduate students with knowledge, cognitive skills and attitudes necessary to optimize pharmacotherapy via appropriate teaching methodology, innovative research and effective community services.

COURSE SPECIFICATION:

§ Faculty: Medicine

§ Campus: Main Campus

§ Study mode: Full time (Morning classes)

§ Duration: Tow years (four semesters)

§ The program includes: 32 credit units.

-    Obligatory courses: 22 credit units

-    Elective courses: 4 credit units

-    Thesis: 6 credit units

ADMISSION CRITERIA:

§ Required degree:

-    Medicine

-    Pharmacy

-    Biochemistry

§ Required grade:

-    (C+) for medicine and pharmacy graduates

-    (B) for biochemistry graduates

§ English Language Test:

-    (TOEFL 400 or equivalent) just for biochemistry graduates

§ Employer's approval

§ Selection criteria:

-    60%: GPA

-    40%: Differentiation Written Exam

REQUIREMENTS:

1-  Register Deanship of Graduate Studies website.

2-  Apply online.

CAREER FOR OUR GRADUATES:

Graduates will assume to service in all Health sectors in the community from research institutes, teaching hospitals and governmental, private hospitals and pharmaceutical companies.

PROGRAM COORDINATOR:

Dr. Huda Alkreathy

E-mail: halkreathy@gmail.com