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Pharmaceutical Science
Gives you a firm foundation in pharmacology, pharmacotherapy and patient-care skills. You will learn how to provide quality healthcare through the proper use of medication and gain relevant clinical research and drug-testing skills.
Course details
| Field of study | Applied Sciences |
| Certification offered | Diploma in in Pharmaceutical Science |
Minimum entry requirement
You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.
This course is under the Sciences cluster
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language Syllabus A | 1-3 |
| Mathematics Syllabus A / Additional Mathematics | 1-3 |
Any one of the following subjects
| 1-3 |
Any 2 other subjects excluding CCA | 1-4 |
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| English Language | 1-7 |
| Additional Mathematics or Mathematics | 1-6 |
Any one of the following subjects
| 1-6 |
Course modules
Core modules
- Applied Calculus in Scientific Processes
- Biochemical Analysis
- Chemical Laboratory Skills
- Data & Statistical Methods
- Instruments & Measurements
- Applied Science Project (WIU)
- Biochemistry in Practice
- Applied Clinical Microbiology
- Structure & Function of the Human Body
- Reactions of Organic Compounds
- Good Dispensing Practice
- Drug Discovery & Development Process
Complementary electives
- General Studies
Core modules
- Drug Delivery Systems
- Non-invasive Patient Care Skills
- Disease Processes & Immunology
- Anti-infectives & Medication Therapy in ENT & Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Pharmacy Practice in Personal Care
- Drug Development Project (WIU)
- Medication Therapy in Endocrine, Respiratory & Gastrointestinal Disorders
- Pharmaceutical Chemistry & Analysis
- Pharmacy Practice in Common Ailments
- Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Technology
- Good Clinical Practice
- Research Ethics
Complementary electives
- General Studies
Core modules
- Invasive Patient Care Skills
- Medication Therapy in Cardiovascular & Neurologic Disorders
- Pharmaceutical Compounding
- Healthcare Ethics
- Pharmacy Operations Project (WIU)
- Clinical Trials Operations Project (WIU)
- Internship Programme (WIU)
- Final Year Project (WIU)
Complementary electives
- General Studies
Internship
| Internship duration | 12 or 24 weeks |
| Internship timeframe | Year 3 |
Career prospects
You can explore the following career options upon graduation:
- Clinical Research: As clinical research coordinators in clinical trial research units and clinical research organisations.
- Healthcare Service: As pharmacy technicians and pharmacy retail executives in hospitals and retail pharmacies who dispense and advise on medication and support operations at the pharmacy.
- Sales and Marketing: As product executives or specialists in leading pharmaceutical companies, supporting business development and sales and marketing activities.
Use resources and interactive tools that are available on MySkillsFuture Portal to explore various education and career pathways.
How to register
You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.
You may apply through the respective polytechnics’ websites. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the JPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the Poly EAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.
You may register using the PFPAE Portal. Learn the process and how to apply.