Pharmacy

Pharmacy is an applied science specializing in the study of drugs based on two main areas: the interaction between drugs and the human body and how to use them in treatment and healthcare.

Introduction

Pharmacy major is divided into different areas such as manufacturing, distribution, administration, and use of drugs. In the sector of health sciences, the pharmacy is both an economic, scientific, and technical branch, and an industry that ensures social security - takes care of people's health.

Program code

7720201

Degree

Bachelor of Pharmacy

Training period

5 years

Subject combinations

A00: Math – Physics – Chemistry

B00: Math - Chemistry - Biology

D07: Math – Chemistry – English

Excellent features of the training program

The university pharmacy training program ensures academic, applicability, and meets the advancement of science and technology as well as the needs of the community.

Foundation program

The university pharmacy training program is based on the framework program promulgated by the Ministry of Education and Training.

Updated Program

The training program updates new subjects on the basis of comparison with the training programs of major universities in the country (Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Lac Hong Uni

Academia and Applications

The training program is both academic and applicable, meeting the advancements of science and technology as well as the ever-evolving needs of today's community life in a fundamental and solid way.

Program learning outcomes

In order to meet the standards of Vietnamese pharmacists when practicing their profession, students must meet the expected outcome standards of the training program as follows:

Problem Solving

Apply scientific knowledge, environment - people to contribute to solving problems related to the pharmacy.

Application of Fundamental Knowledge

Apply knowledge of basic sciences, foundational sciences, and professional sciences in the fields of production, development, and quality assurance of drugs, drug supply and management, and pharmaceutical care.

Application of Specialized Knowledge

Apply specialized knowledge in the field of drug manufacturing, drug supply management, and clinical pharmacy to protect, take care and improve people's health.

Soft Skills & English Skills

Use English and information technology effectively as well as use soft skills in scientific research and professional activities.

Manufacturing, Quality control & assurance

Carry out production activities, and test raw materials, semi-finished products, and finished products according to GPs regulations (GMP, GSP, GLP, GDP).

Accurate Assessment

Evaluate the indications and instructions for the use of drugs according to the principles of safety, effectiveness, and rationality.

Management, Supply Skills

Implement activities of drug management, supply and storage according to GPs regulations.

Regulatory Compliance

Comply with the law, practice health, and professional ethics.

Problem Solving

Apply scientific knowledge, environment - people to contribute to solving problems related to the pharmacy.

Application of Fundamental Knowledge

Apply knowledge of basic sciences, foundational sciences, and professional sciences in the fields of production, development, and quality assurance of drugs, drug supply and management, and pharmaceutical care.

Application of Specialized Knowledge

Apply specialized knowledge in the field of drug manufacturing, drug supply management, and clinical pharmacy to protect, take care and improve people's health.

Soft Skills & English Skills

Use English and information technology effectively as well as use soft skills in scientific research and professional activities.

Manufacturing, Quality control & assurance

Carry out production activities, and test raw materials, semi-finished products, and finished products according to GPs regulations (GMP, GSP, GLP, GDP).

Accurate Assessment

Evaluate the indications and instructions for the use of drugs according to the principles of safety, effectiveness, and rationality.

Management, Supply Skills

Implement activities of drug management, supply and storage according to GPs regulations.

Regulatory Compliance

Comply with the law, practice health, and professional ethics.

Study Program

The Pharmacy curriculum is designed to help students to acquire specialized knowledge and practice essential career skills.

Pharmacy Major

1ST YEAR

2ND YEAR

3RD YEAR

4TH YEAR

5TH YEAR

General Subjects
Medicinal Botany
Physical education
Molecular Biology
Anatomy – Physiology
Pharmacy Practice

Our learning, teaching and evaluating methods

Faculty of Pharmacy applies practical and modern teaching and learning methods, ensuring effective learning and absorption for learners.

Assessment of The Process

Depending on the course objectives, one or more of the following forms can be applied: attendance, discussion, presentation, application exercise, practical simulation exercise, and skill practice.

Term-end evaluation

Depending on the course objectives, one of the following forms can be applied: multiple choice, essay, problem-solving by exercise, case-by-case, presentation, group discussion, question and answer, practice, and internship.

Active Teaching – Learning

Enhance audio-visual media, active teaching/learning methods/online teaching; promote students' creativity.

Autonomous Learning & Practices

Guide students to self-study towards increasing internship opportunities. Lecturers support, train, and monitor students' practice activities, and evaluate the results of IPPE and internship in accordance with each stage.

Active Learning

Actively develop study plans for the whole course, each year, each semester; sense of learning in class and self-study, doing exercises, giving presentations.

Review

Always connect and synthesize knowledge between subjects and between theory and practice of the same subject.

Assessment of The Process

Depending on the course objectives, one or more of the following forms can be applied: attendance, discussion, presentation, application exercise, practical simulation exercise, and skill practice.

Term-end evaluation

Depending on the course objectives, one of the following forms can be applied: multiple choice, essay, problem-solving by exercise, case-by-case, presentation, group discussion, question and answer, practice, and internship.

Active Teaching – Learning

Enhance audio-visual media, active teaching/learning methods/online teaching; promote students' creativity.

Autonomous Learning & Practices

Guide students to self-study towards increasing internship opportunities. Lecturers support, train, and monitor students' practice activities, and evaluate the results of IPPE and internship in accordance with each stage.

Active Learning

Actively develop study plans for the whole course, each year, each semester; sense of learning in class and self-study, doing exercises, giving presentations.

Review

Always connect and synthesize knowledge between subjects and between theory and practice of the same subject.

Assessment of The Process

Depending on the course objectives, one or more of the following forms can be applied: attendance, discussion, presentation, application exercise, practical simulation exercise, and skill practice.

Term-end evaluation

Depending on the course objectives, one of the following forms can be applied: multiple choice, essay, problem-solving by exercise, case-by-case, presentation, group discussion, question and answer, practice, and internship.

Career Prospects

Pharmacists have a wide range of career opportunities such as drug management and supply, drug development and production, traditional medicine and pharmacognosy, clinical pharmacy, drug quality control & assurance, etc.

Employees and specialists in Vietnam and multinational pharmaceutical companies (sales department, QA department, QC department, etc.).

Specialists working at all levels of health management agencies.

Staffs/specialists at hospital pharmacy (clinical pharmacy, pharmacy counter, health insurance, etc.).

Lecturers in Faculty of Pharmacy at colleges and universities.

Self-employment: opening a pharmacy, a pharmaceutical distribution company, etc.

Further study after graduation (FDSPharm, SDSPharm, MPharm, PhDPharm) or study a second degree in biology, chemistry, or other disciplines in the health sector.

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