PHARMCEUTICAL CHEMISTRY (First year master)

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Program Overview

The Master’s program in Pharmaceutical Chemistry is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in advanced chemical sciences, pharmacology, and pharmaceutical technologies. Over the course of two academic years, students acquire deep theoretical knowledge and hands-on laboratory skills necessary for the development, analysis, and evaluation of pharmaceutical compounds. The curriculum integrates interdisciplinary subjects including organic chemistry, pharmacology, pharmaceutical analysis, and plant-based medicine, equipping graduates with the expertise required for both research and industrial careers in the pharmaceutical and health sciences sectors.

Teaching Language : french

Curriculum Highlights

Core Courses

The Master’s program in Pharmaceutical Chemistry is built upon a solid foundation of core courses that equip students with essential knowledge in pharmaceutical and chemical sciences. These courses include:

  • Advanced Organic Chemistry: Reaction mechanisms, functional group reactivity, and synthesis of pharmaceutically relevant compounds.
  • General and Specialized Pharmacology: Drug action principles, therapeutic targets, and side effect profiles.
  • Quantum Chemistry and Molecular Modeling: Theoretical foundations for understanding molecular interactions and behavior.
  • Physicochemical Analysis: Spectroscopic, chromatographic, and electrochemical techniques applied to the analysis of active substances.
  • Laboratory Organic Synthesis: Practical execution of chemical reactions, purification, and compound characterization.
  • Pharmacognosy: Study of natural substances of plant origin with therapeutic potential.
  • Pharmaceutical Chemistry: Drug design, mechanisms of action, and structure optimization of active pharmaceutical ingredients.
  • Pharmaceutical Technology: Fundamentals of drug formulation, manufacturing processes, and quality control of dosage forms.


Advanced Topics

Throughout the program, students explore advanced subjects such as:

  • Design and synthesis of bioactive molecules
  • Mechanisms of drug-receptor interactions
  • Structure-activity relationships (SAR)
  • Development of novel drug delivery systems
  • Analytical techniques for impurity profiling and trace analysis
  • Extraction and characterization of natural products from medicinal plants
  • These topics aim to prepare graduates for cutting-edge research and innovation in pharmaceutical R&D, regulatory sciences, and industrial formulation.

 

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Admissions Information

Admission to the Master’s program in Pharmaceutical Chemistry is open to students who have successfully completed a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Pharmaceutical Chemistry or a closely related discipline. Candidates must demonstrate solid academic performance in organic chemistry, pharmacology, and analytical sciences. Admission may also include an interview and/or evaluation by a selection committee based on academic transcripts and motivation.

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